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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1908
Page
15
A string of satirical lines targets Castro, Speaker Cannon, Roosevelt, Taft, and other public figures. The piece mocks near-beer debates, corruption, and political hypocrisy while noting regional quirks in Georgia and Pennsylvania. It weaves humor about Congress, governors, and social norms.
The Atlanta fire leaves about a million in losses but prompts a resilient response. Business leaders pledge rapid reconstruction on the same sites as insurers work to adjust claims. Firefighters show courage amid limited water pressure and gale winds, earning citywide praise. The piece warns of waterworks needs and urges swift mains upgrades to prevent repeat calamities.
Editorial critiques the new primary plan showing how twenty six two vote counties suffer similar losses in representation as one and two vote counties. It argues counties like Coweta drop from four votes to one fifth of Fulton and warns counties to study consequences before backing any policy shift.
A fevered call warns that 10 000 homes in Atlanta face disease risk as mosquito breeding centers reopen in sewers. The author condemns lack of sewer maintenance and foresight, urging action to protect residents' health and children.
The state of Texas has twice spoken against Senator Bailey, exonerating him from alleged improper connections with corporations. The public verdict is overwhelming, and national newspapers applaud his vindication. This calls for an end to partisan pursuit and for Bailey to focus on national service.
John T. Blackburn of Barnesville Georgia, president of the Anti-Saloon League in Pike County, declares he will quit the league if it moves into electoral politics. He attacks Governor Hoke Smith, defends state prohibition, and calls for unity against using the league as a political tool.
A compendium of Georgia political commentary from The Jeffersonian and allied papers critiques Governor Smith and railroad chair Guyt McLendon. It mocks secret conferences, rail passes, and the campaign logistics around Hoke Smith Joe Brown and Watson, questioning loyalties and urging accountability among state leaders.
An official statement notes that on April 25 about 71,615 bales were stored in Alabama public warehouses, with perhaps half as many more in farm houses, totaling just over 100,000 bales held off the market. The statistical department, formed last year, plans year-to-year comparisons.
Mayor Joyner pledges action to fund a mosquito control war, aiming to raise 5000 dollars. Chairman John W Grant is out of town. the health department seeks immediate oiling of lakes pools and sewers to curb disease bearing mosquitoes. The board of health plans to discuss the plan next Friday.
The May term of the city criminal court was adjourned by Judge Calhoun after a session with several cases carried over. Absences of policemen and witnesses at a life terminal fire prevented full appearances. John R Jones and others seek a charter for the Automatic Vacuum Street Sweeper Company with capital stock of 180,000. WwoJ Jackson sues multiple railroads for 620,000 over January injuries.
About 300 citizens of Rome gathered in the Floyd county county courthouse for the organization of a Floyd county Joe Brown club. Wilson Hardy was elected temporary chairman and short address given by Judge John W Maddox drew applause. Hardy named first vice president, George Foote secretary, Sam Graham treasurer. over 200 names listed so far. district canvassing planned.
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