Roosevelt Should Retract and Apologize for Davis Slur
A 1902 Constitution piece argues President Roosevelt must retract his criticisms of Jefferson Davis, citing official Jackson records and praising Davis as a statesman. The letter references Davis’s Civil War roles, mentions San Juan and Santiago battles, and contrasts historical memory with current rhetoric about the Spanish American War. It laments slander and warns of public anger, suggesting a need for apology to Mrs. Davis and southern readers.
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Jackson
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Mexico
Buena Vista
Taylor
Eithers
Franklin Pierce
West Point
United States Senate
Lee
Confederacy
Goldier
Jefferson Davis
General Lee
Tom Moore
Cuba
San Juan
Santiago
Johnston
Peter
Johnstown
Thim
St. Peter
Noah
Philippines
Sherman
Southern post offices, race and apology in Bill Arp lines
In a charged letter Bill Arp argues Teddy’s southern appointments insult white opinion, urging removal of black postmasters and revenue collectors. He cites historical persecutions to demand apology for alleged slander of Mr. Davis and questions when Teddy will retract and apologize.
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Herod
Nero
Alva
St. Bartholomew
Teddy
Miles
Savannah
Washington
Albany
Boston
Hayt
San Domingo
Mecca
Mr. Davis
Echo
Bill Arp
Self- Appreciation and Modesty in Academic Fame
Harper's Weekly notes two anecdotes about Professor Henry A Rowland of Johns Hopkins University revealing a blend of modesty and exceptional ability. It recalls other figures from history who claimed high status without vanity, illustrating the paradox of self belief and public esteem among leading scientists and writers.
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Harper's Weekly
Henry A Rowland
Tohmas Hopkins University
Helmholtz
Kelvin
Rayleigh
Court of Justice
America
Rowland
Robert Louis Stevenson
Kipling
Tennygon
Mrs. Browning
Thackeray
Vanity Fair
John Hunter
Chatham
Devonshire
Milton
Leonardo da Vinci
Milan
Algo
Torace
Prytaneum
Stevenson
Matthew Arnold
Bernard Shaw
Johns Hopkins
Why Didn't He Wait in Baltimore News Letter
A fragment recounts a humorous exchange as a creditor confronts a debtor about a 310 debt due on Tuesday night. The sleeping friend is awoken and told the creditor could not pay the tea bill, prompting jokes about waiting until morning.
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Baltimore News
Cushman
State of Washington
Traveling Among Georgia Country People by Sarge Plunkett
Sarge Plunkett and Brown spent two weeks visiting rural Georgia households. They describe cheerful country life, trust in Providence, and strong family work especially by women. They note improving homes, plenty to eat, and attitudes toward franchise tax and local manufacturing opportunities.
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Atlanta Constitution
Brown
Texas
Dallas
Georgia
Wwcker
Scottdale
Decatur and Atlanta contrasts in railroad franchise debate
Sarge Plunkett criticizes Georgia politicians for delaying Decatur’s growth by denying rail access, contrasting the town with Atlanta. He argues franchise taxation and political ambition hinder progress and denounces political aspirants and “bunkum.”
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Decatur
Atlanta
Georgia Railroad
Georgia
Sarge Plunkett
Progress of Atlanta African Americans Through Home Ownership
A passage praising the progressive rise of Atlanta's Black community as taxpaying property owners. It notes widespread home building, quality improvements, and urban pride across Auburn and other neighborhoods. The piece lists many streets and suburbs, highlights well-kept yards and decorated walls, and cites a library of Black authors and portraits influencing youth.
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Radway
Yeansst
W. James
Yarqua Hola
Yuma County
Arizona
Nous
DR. E. Schneider
Hudson Street
Hobden
N. 3
Times Building
New York
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Antonio Maceo
Toussaint Louverture
Haytian Regobito
Maceo
Peralejo
United States Cavalry
San Juan Hill
Cuba
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Williams
Flace
William Wells Brown
Red Douglas
Bishop Gaines
Booker T. Washington
S. G. Cross
Stephen
Caroline H. Fleming
Bishop L. H. Halsey
the Times
W. H. Crogman
H. F. Hletzing
Bishop A
B.D
Cedars
Charles W. Chestnut
South
A. A. Whitman
D.D
Massachusetts
Frett Douglas
Paul Laurence Bunbar
Jhesa
Atlanta progress among colored citizens in education and business
H. R. Butler highlights Atlanta’s colored community advancing education, publishing, and professional life. He cites six higher institutions, multiple schools, and a thriving business league with over three hundred licensed professionals. Community churches, publications, and educated ministers bolster progress as colleges prepare to close their year with sermons and a notable debate event ahead.
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The
Atlanta Age
Atlanta Journal
Atlanta Constitution
Athens Era
Brunswick Herald
Southern Christian ‘Recorder
Voice of the People
New York Independent
Tsa
Atlanta
Atheneum
Harvard
Yale
Morris Brown College
National
Negro Business and Professional Men's League
Southern Christian Recorder
the Voice of the People
Atlanta University Bulletin
Spellman Messenger
Our People
Holy Land
America
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Radway & CO
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