Campaign Concession to Cuba Sparks GOP Debate
Atlanta March 20 1902 a campaign contribution prompts GOP caucus to grant Cuban products a 26 percent tariff concession until December 1 1903. Estimated at 2 6 million from 1901 imports this aid likely benefits the sugar trust and Cuba while critics say it serves campaign interests rather than Cuban needs. The measure aligns poorly with McKinley and Root promises and Leonard Wood’s calls for serious Cuban aid.
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Cube
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Congress
McKinley
Root
Leonard Wood
A Multitude of Counsellors and Democratic Prospects
The piece argues the Democratic party benefits from a flood of well-meaning yet premature advice as it nears a potential victory. It critiques Republican fortune in 1896 and 1900, accusing the party of favoring trusts and special interests while neglecting broader communal needs.
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Democratic Party
Congress
Republican Party
Democracy and imperialism face off in a decisive party pledge
The piece argues democracy offers the masses a popular program while criticizing Republican aggression and imperialism. It asserts the Democratic Party will unite, take a clear stand on the future form of government, and present an ultimatum of unwavering democracy when battle with opponents begins.
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Democratic Party
Too Much Funston Before Senate Panel
The writer urges ignoring General Frederick Funston as a witness in the Philippine inquiry. He condemns Funston’s extravagant criticisms and prophecies as unhelpful, arguing the committee already has solid information from Taft, Hughes, and others. The piece warns Funston’s testimony could distract from practical findings and calls the spectacle unnecessary.
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Fred Funston
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Philippine
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Frederick Funston
Pompeii
Senate Committee
The Crumpeacker Crusade and Southern Disfranchisement Inquiry
A political column denounces the Crumpeacker drive in Congress to investigate southern disfranchisement. It argues the inquiry is partisan, incendiary, and likely to inflame north south tensions, urging Democrats to obstruct or ignore the resolution and insisting the south gains little from Crumpacker or Tusaue.
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Congress
Veiled Heroes and Public Awe in Imperial Myths
Commentary on hero worship noting how mystery sustains reverence for great figures. It compares the Veiled Prophet and Admiral Dewey, arguing near idols can spoil prestige and lead to mockery. The piece reflects on how visibility and timing shape lasting fame to influence public favor.
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Khorassan
Admiral Dewey
Manila
New York
Hobson
Fame fades quickly for popular heroes in history
The piece argues that public passion for leaders like Ponwar and Funston wanes once fame hardens into scrutiny. It laments how hype and circulating rumors perfunctorily shape reputations while actual achievements dim and the public’s view becomes filtered, uncertain, and fickle.
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Funston
Aguinaldo
Submarine boats and coastal defense in naval war plans
The piece argues submarine boats revolutionize coast defense by making harbors like New York City hard to blockade or bombard. It cites Navy tests, suggests aggressive deployment, and notes political and international commentary about naval power and figures of the era.
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New York
England
Navy Department
Why Bacon Opposes Compromise On Cuba
Washington March 19 Special quotes Senator Bacon opposing a Cuban reciprocity tariff reduction. He argues refiners would benefit, Cuban planters gain little, consumers see no price drop, and American industries would be hurt long term. He warns against steady policy driven by Cuba’s interests. Also notes Maddox photographed, McLaurin horse gift expansion, and Savannah Marine Hospital funding moves.
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Atlanta Depot Hype and Prince Henry Fun News
Augusta Herald notes Augusta depot pictures and Savannah’s near completion stirring Atlanta pride while Tattnall Times reports Prince Henry visit plans. Other papers mock Atlanta’s newspaper hunger and depot delays as locals joke about prizes, prisons, and courtship roles in a humorous regional roundup.
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Savannah
Tattnall Times
Adairsville
Atlanta
Prince Henry
Georgian Invents Plan to Prevent Collisions
Lawrenceville Georgia March 19 Special Dr M A Born of Lawrenceville seeks a patent for an electrical device to prevent head and rear end railroad collisions. A dynamo on each locomotive generates current sent along trolley wires between rails to warn engineers and automatic brakes stop trains if needed. Outlay about 35 dollars per car and 105 to 140 per track mile. device claimed to last twenty years.
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Suit Against the Ordinary Over Underage Marriage License
Dr. John C. Griffies of Burwell sues Samuel J. Brown ordinary of Carroll County to recover 506 dollars for an allegedly issued marriage license to Miss Alma Griffies, about 14, daughter of Griffies. Brown claims a deception led him to issue the license, believing it was for a Black couple, a white man’s license never before sought by a Negro.
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Carrollton
John C. Griffles
Burwell
Samuel J. Brown
J. H. Barron
W. T Wright
Alma Griffics
Brown
By & Negra
Boy Binds A Watery Grave In Drowning on Lake Pond
Lee Keeffe a 17 year old of Lake Park Valdosta is drowned while fishing in Ocean pond near Valdosta Ga. He capsized the boat during a struggle to reach shore and clung to his companion, delaying rescue until heroic efforts by Mr Kofer and L A Wisenbaker saved the man but Keeffe died under water.
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Ocean Pond
Young Keeffe
Mr. Kofer
Prosperity in Sheffield Shows City Progress and Real Estate Boom
Sheffield Alabama March 10 This report from the Alabama Car Service Association shows February car counts with Sheffield at 2207 surpassing Huntsville 717 Decatur 226 and Florence 1675. The city posts a 22 percent rise from last year and notes renewed real estate activity with residences up 25 percent from peak boom pricing.
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Sheffield
Ala
Alabama Car Service Association
Huntsville
Decatur
Tuscumbia
Florence
Attachments Served on Selma Driving and Agricultural Assn
In Selma Alabama today Sheriff Blackwell served two attachments on the Selma Driving and Agricultural Association. One attachment for 22937 dollars was issued by H B Plant of Macon Georgia who held seven lease on the race track. The other attachment for 2050.07 dollars was issued by Chilton Lumber Company which supplied materials for improvements on the place. about one hundred standard bred horses winter at the track though the attachments are not expected to affect spring training.
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Selma
Ala
Selma Driving and Agricultural Association
Blackwell
H. B. Plant
Macon
Chilton Lumber Company
Plant
Berrien Court Postponed by Washed Roads In Georgia
The spring term of Berrien superior court in Nashville was postponed when Judge Hansell could not preside due to washed out dirt roads and bridges between Sparks and Nashville. Judge Z A Littlejohn from Americus will cover, with possible further adjustments if Hansell cannot attend. Candidates for governor and the circuit judges are expected at Nashville. Trains to Tifton were delayed but no major washouts reported within 30 miles.
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Berrien Superifor Court
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Z.A. Littlejohn
Americus
Elbert Superior Court Adjourns March Term With Notable Trials
The Regular March term of Wilbert superior court in Elberton Georgia adjourned after a week of capital cases including the Walter Goss involuntary manslaughter verdict and a $50 000 verdict in the Dye will case. The Middleton settlement heirs face reduced awards and the broader litigation is slated for appeal to the supreme court as costs mount.
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Wilbert Superior Court
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Gairdner
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T. W. Rucker
Atlanta
Eace
Supreme Court
Young Made Chief of Police in Carrollton Georgia
Carrollton Ga March 19 Special At council session WWL Young elected chief of police to fill vacancy caused by the death of Chief Gammon last week Gammon's illness had been brief no election held earlier and a substitute served Tomorrow night they meet to elect a policeman to fill Young's promoted vacancy A number of candidates seek the job
Debate at North Georgia College Chooses Negative
In Dahlonega on March 19 the spring public debate of the Degora Palaestra Literary Society at the North Georgia Agricultural College chapel discussed whether the United States Government in the Philippines is unjust and corrupt. W L Ash and W H Lewis spoke for the affirmative while W P Lunsford and W S Gaillard argued the negative. The judges ruled for the negative.
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Degora Palaestra Literary Society
North Georgia Agricultural College
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Philippines
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W. H. Lewis
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Court Convenes in Abbeville Georgia This Week
Special court session convened in Abbeville with Judge Evans presiding for Judge Roberts. A heavy docket exists and it is not expected to clear in two weeks. The session began yesterday and continues this week in Ocmulgee tradition.
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Ocmulgee Court
Abbeville
Evans
Ocmulgee Eligist
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Child Burned Playing Near Fire in Mektue Georgia
In Mektue Georgia on March 15 a young child of W B Folsom was badly burned while playing near a fire. Her apron caught fire as her mother was upstairs while the little brother Leon was nearby. The mother reached her too late and her clothes were afire. Her face was burned and it is hoped she may recover.
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Mektue
W. B. Folsom
Leon
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