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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1902
Page
5
Leaders from opposing factions expect a 20 percent cut to last for one year with coverage limited to a single crop of sugar. Ways and Means members describe a compromise affecting two crops this year and next, though beet sugar conferees favor restricting the reduction to one crop for next year. The arbitrating committee is expected to decide.
The next annual Farmers National congress will be held in Macon Georgia on October 7 8 9 and 10. Macon has raised a large sum for expenses and entertainment. The Southwestern Passenger Association has set a one fare round trip rate for the meeting with other rail lines likely to follow. The congress delegates are appointed by state governments. The president is George L Flanders of Albany New York and the secretary is John M Stahl of Chicago.
Columbus Ga March 12 Special The Missionary Institute of the Columbus district of the Methodist church opened this morning in St Luke church with strong church turnout. Introductory sermon by Dr W W Pinson of St Luke. Rev J B Wray of St Paul spoke tonight. Papers read, sessions held, ends Thursday with Cuba address by Rev G G Mac Donell fresh from Cuba.
The advertisement extols Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as lifesaving in crises and lung disease. It asserts no alcohol or narcotics, cites testimonials from Rev Joseph H Fesperman and others, and promotes a medical adviser volume available for purchase via stamps and mail.
Washington March 12. Special. Democratic congressional campaign committee members urge Senator Gorman of Maryland to accept the chairmanship. Despite his reluctance, movers hope to elect Judge Griggs of Georgia, selling political advantage to Gorman if he yields. Young Blandin and General Shelley appeal for cadet John Blantin, son of Maine survivor. Georgia postmaster G F Taylor appointed at Sigsbee Colquitt county. A B Steele and J Wiley Fope of Atlanta visited Washington and then proceeded to New York.
Washington March 12 The senate immigration committee agreed to report the Mitchell Kahn Chinese exclusion bill with minimal changes. It retains absolute exclusion for Chinese and keeps a provision allowing captains to employ Chinese crews if emergencies arise, such as accident weather stress or illness, for voyages entered.
Thomasville Ga March 12 Special Thomas county politics buzzes from senator to coroner with many capable seekers. Retired Baptist minister R H C Stephenson enters to challenge Hon H W Hopkins for the senate. J B Rountree John B Singletary John F Parker T J Hight incumbent H B Martin seek sheriff K W McKinnon R G Jackson A A Cassidy tax receiver Berry Johnson Charles Gaudy seek coroner.
Charles Cowart, a Plant system flagman, was fatally injured when struck by a passenger train in Plant System yards Savannah Georgia. He crossed the track before the fast moving engine. the pilot caught him and the engineer stopped the train. Cowart died this afternoon after surgery at Savannah hospital. He leaves a widow and one child. Formerly a conductor on the Seaboard Air Line. Arbor Day at Emory College sees tree planting and literary exercises on campus.
President Roosevelt sends thanks for the Kaiser Wilhelm II visit and the Prince Henry hospitality. He notes warm American sympathy for the German people and goodwill between the nations. He offers congratulations to Wilhelm II and bids God bless improved relations.
Clarke County politics open with a warm contest for various offices. Clerk of the superior court features rivals J. K. Kenney and C. W. Cooper, with Crawford seeking the 2l kship. Sheriff J. W. Wier seeks reelection against J. A. Suddeth. Possible reelection for Whey B. Burnett, Coroner Rogers seeks another term. Cuthbert Rifles invited to Albany chautauqua military day. unit boasts perfect attendance.
The senate spent hours debating the ship subsidy measure with McCumber and Depew presenting arguments on protective features and the need to boost American merchant shipping. Bacon urged precise figures, while discussions covered foreign subsidies and comparisons to Britain, Germany, and France, along with implications for New York and the broader economy.
An old advertisement asserts that ordinary colds can lead to grippe, pneumonia, or consumption and promotes Scott’s Emulsion as a cure. It claims nature and the emulsion work together to cure all kinds of colds and offers a free sample.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for rheumatism stemming from blood acidity. It quotes a Bolivar Missouri resident, Mrs. Hattie Turner, who praises relief after three bottles and endorses the remedy and Hood's Pills for digestion and excretion improvements.
In a bold forecast, Depew argues that with a small expenditure of 8 7.5 million, American ships will dominate foreign ports within five years. The revival would bring American shippers, agents, and financiers to global trade, turning a current dream into reality as the Senate adjourns after executive business.
Mercer University in Macon Georgia hosts a lecture series for spring term with Dr F C McWonnell, Secretary of the Southern Baptist Mission Board, addressing students at chapel. Prominent speakers include Judge George Hillyer and Rev E B White, with more engagements planned through May and a looming intercollegiate state oratorical contest in Atlanta on April 21 featuring Sidney Hatcher of Macon.
Georgia Baptist Convention event prompts Southern Railway to offer Atlanta Rome round trip at 2.21 dollars with a two day return validity for March 25 to 31. Special train departs March 26 from Atlanta at 240 PM arriving Rome 400 PM, with regular trains listed and ticket offices at Kimball House and depot. Also includes a drug ad for Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets priced 25 cents.
London diamond merchants Ems and Co have collapsed with debts estimated at £70,000. The report covers several international items including a Chinese indemnity dispute and Russian Manchuria clashes, plus political shifts in Spain and Japan.
In Washington the post office appropriation debate features a second sharp exchange between Michigan's Corliss and Alabama's Richardson over the Pacific cable. Sims attacks census dealings. Grigith cites Supreme Court decisions. Talbert calls for inquiry while Corliss questions Richardson's motives and links to cable interests. Richardson replies, defends motives, and reads from a synopsis of Corliss speech amid crowded hall activity.
A Spring Hat showcases new Derbies and Palame shapes in soft goods. The article notes headgear correctness and dressing knowledge, highlighting late spring colors and varieties for immediate purchase.
A local retailer offers hats for 3.00 and 3.50 that claim equal wear and style to hats costing four or five dollars from agencies. The promotion emphasizes value without sacrificing quality.
The House debated a transpacific cable project with two stark options. The Michigan member urged a government funded line San Francisco to Manila with costs and revenues outlined, while the Commercial Pacific Cable Company sought an all American, subsidy free route, promising speed to Manila and government access in emergencies. The session closed with Speaker Payne announcing the death of Doorkeeper Glenn and adjournment at 4:30 p.m.
Sparks from the wires report the New York senate approved the tunnel b of the Pennsylvania railroad to run from Jersey City under the North and East rivers and to maintain terminals on Manhattan and Long Island. The summary notes various global and domestic items including a mine disaster recovery in Michigan and a call for funds to represent New York at the St Louis fair.
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