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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1909

Page

14

Major Cumming Objects to Public Opinion Evidence in Georgia Rail Strike

Major Joseph B Cumming argues against admitting public opinion as evidence in the Georgia railroad strike arbitration. He claims the court should decide on merits, not popular sentiment, and warns that inviting public opinion would undermine law and order, urging a ballot box solution if public mood dictates policy.

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Appeal Against Public Opinion In Arbitration Proceedings

The speaker argues that public opinion cannot guide court decisions and urges courts to stand as impartial arbiters. He warns against treating the bench as a mouthpiece for popular sentiment and stresses the judiciary’s independence. The hearing discusses admissibility of public feeling as evidence, with the board ultimately ruling such testimony inadmissible.

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Georgia Railroad Strike Sparks Governor and Major Debate

Governor Smith releases the official message on the Georgia railroad strike, contrasting his view with Major Cumming’s remarks. The event centers on firemen protests, the hiring of Black workers over white firemen, wage adjustments, and advisory calls to law enforcement during heightened tensions.

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Arbitration urged after KEELY strike and railroad crisis

The speaker notes that KEELY'S strike halted railroad operations causing public impact along the line. After consulting the attorney general a bill was prepared to place the road in the hands of a trustee due to operator failure. The strike was settled through partial agreement and arbitration under federal law, with a call for a law mandating arbitration of labor disputes. The speaker praises Attorney General Hart's assistance. A travel ad for Wrightsville Beach round trip at $10 with Thursday sale dates by Sea board is included.

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