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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1908
Page
9
Davis dominates the floor as senators crave levity in a sprawling monologue about blizzards, Castro, Philippines, Hoover-esque rhetoric, and political figures. The speaker mocks presidential messages, party theatrics, labor and trusts, and cultural icons from Thaw to Carnegie in a lively, era-typical commentary.
B F Yoakum, Rockgeist system chairman, approves Hepburn law and defends Roosevelt. He warns wage earners and business leaders that further railroad legislation could force wage cuts and cripple commerce, urging unity to restore confidence and curb destructive policy.
Lumber groups plan a $30,000,000 trust to control output amid post crisis price declines. The piece argues a genuine goal is restoring confidence in business and industry, not pursuing monopoly, and warns such a trust would misfire and provoke public opposition.
The scene in Congress blends satire and anger as Senator Davis attacks Foraker over race rights in Oklahoma and sparks clashes. A separate case concerns Rev. Dr Robert Hamilton Cotton of Minnesota facing possible heresy charges for denying Christ’s virgin birth and resurrection. Church leaders warn of erosion of faith as skepticism grows among laity and clergy alike.
A collage of Georgia verses, rural portraits, and a Laurens county political update. Read of Brantley’s withdrawal from Laurens race due to grandchild care, then coffee from New Orleans burned after federal seizure for adulterants.
Editor Constitution protests Anti-Saloon League members for discussing endorsing a governor candidate. The writer argues such backing would split prohibition ranks and harm the cause, noting both candidates support prohibition. Atlanta letter urges restraint and highlights political risk. Griffin letter by T. H. Simpson criticizes claims of a secret meeting involving Governor Smith and McLendon, calling denial conspicuous.
Mrs Hattia Mae Moss received alimony judgment from Judge Pendleton. A receiver's deed was granted to Mrs Txobel Azevods Freitag for property on Ponce de Leon Heights sold earlier for 1750. Thomas F. Wiley sued Southern Railway for 25000 damages alleging injury February a car descending a grade. Nes Pharmacy Company seeks charter to operate as wholesale and retail druggists. A caveat in the Mary J. Rucker probate case alleges undue influence. will to be filed in solemn form with hearing set for first Monday in May.
Sheriff John W. Nelms, acting for the comptroller general, levied on the Central of Georgia freight depot at Alabama Street and Madison Avenue to satisfy a 1907 tax claim of 40,000 dollars. The action targets 15,000 shares of the Western Hallway of Alsade railway alleged to be owned by the Central. The Central contends the stocks are deposited in New York as collateral and not taxable. The property may be advertised for sale unless an injunction stops the process.
The Brunswick News and Tribune-Herald debate Governor Smith's stance on foreign railroad corporations, panic causes, and proposed legislation. The exchanges cite Mr Smith's Madison speech, rail stock fears, and calls for scrutiny before Georgia voters.
A Nashville Herald excerpt attacks nostalgia for “good old days” when votes were traded and railroads wielded power. It argues reforms are under way and stresses the value of an informed voter. The piece questions Governor Hoke’s figures on railroad expenses, urging disclosure of exact increases.
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