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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1900
Page
10
Community brief notes progress on a park project at the Y site with officials signaling ongoing development and future public input. Local residents are encouraged to share ideas and await official updates on timelines and amenities.
A fragmented report notes Senate discussions on ships and port growth with references to protectionism, costs, and potential benefits. It mentions proposed allocations, allied trade concerns, and the broader political context shaping maritime policy. The text cites officials, factions, and projected shipping capacities, hinting at tensions over funding and strategic priorities.
The Georgia Democratic Executive Committee meets tomorrow at 10 in the Kimball House ballroom to decide on the state convention date and primary plans. They will discuss circuit court judge and solicitor elections, whether to hold one or two conventions, and a uniform primary date likely in early May, with many committees traveling to Atlanta for the session and a possible courthouse rally afterward.
The state examining board convened at the Capitol as Colonel Park Woodward Major J Van Holt Nash and Major W W Barker were examined and commissioned as first new officers. Major R Earnest Dart of Brunswick was also examined, making four officers who passed the test amid praise for the papers. Colonel Usha Thomason presided with Colonel A R Lawton present, others delayed by illness. Colonel Woodward issued his first order as commander, naming Captain M A Erskine acting adjutant, and a commission was issued to second Lieutenant Sam Howell as first lieutenant of company K. The Inter State fair is slated for Atlanta, with strong note of precedence over Macon.
Judge Adamson of Missouri addressed the House urging strict independence in building the Nicaragua canal. He warned against England favoritism, warned of neutrality risks, and criticized European manipulation of trade, linking canal policy to broader shipping subsidies and national finance.
Missouri's Mr. Cowherd denounces imperialism as driven by militarism and commercial greed. He argues Jefferson opposed foreign entanglements, citing his Louisiana purchase as a means to avoid war, framing the current push for a canal and expansion as a dangerous shift from republican ideals.
An old advertisement praises Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound claiming broad coastal recognition and medical help for women with a Lynn Mass address. The text shifts to a congressional debate with lawmakers criticizing commercialism of the flag and praising liberty, followed by mentions of open door policy in the Philippines and a push for direct senatorial elections, ending with a testimonial about Hood's Sarsaparilla and health benefits.
Low rates via Southern Railway for Admiral Dewey celebration in Macon Georgia. Round trip tickets offered at one fare for travel March 21 to March 23 1900. Valid on morning trains only with return by March 23. City ticket office Kimball House Brooks Morgan district passenger agent.
Griffin Georgia March 14 Special An extensive report from Seneca creamery in Kossuth county Iowa outlines yearly production and finances. Milk received 141820 pounds Butter produced 141820 pounds Sold in New York 141820 pounds Sold at creamery 14005 pounds Average milk price 71 cents per hundred Dixie creamery paid over 1 per hundred. LuVerne and Swea City creamery reports show top earners and high tests. Manager Wallace argues Georgia can improve butter quality and profitability with better cows and milk handling.
Savannah March 14 Special Vicar General B F Keiley arrives from New York. He has nearly recovered his health and heard nothing official about Savannahs bishop appointment. Many expect Father Kelley to be the next bishop after Bishop Beckers death in 1899, with long delays not unusual in the diocese.
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