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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
11
A jumble of quotes and jokes targets Jefferson Davis Roosevelt Foraker and Fairbanks. Editors rail at campaigns and graft while noting editorials from western papers and reactions to Cannon and Shaw. The piece blends satire on politics, press, and public figures with sharp, imperfect clipping.
Chairman John W. Grant issues a cordial invite to chamber of commerce members business men and Atlantans to discuss the municipal bond issue at a Thursday 11am meeting. The city faces a drainage sewerage crisis with ten thousand homes at risk and proactive bonds may be needed to protect lives and prosperity.
A critical editorial notes Congress delays in enacting laws to curb criminal practices by government employees in information leaks on cotton and grain futures. It laments likely adjournment within two weeks and questions internal opposition to reform. The piece urges action to restore order and accountability in the nation’s legislative body.
A broad national wave targets gambling across the country with clashes in New York New Orleans and Louisville. Reports note clerks and employees driven to theft by ponies and warn of looming legislative action to curb racetrack betting as Washington eyes decisive measures and public sentiment shifts against gambling.
City officials and the health board urge residents to clean back yards now to eradicate breeding grounds for mosquitoes and disease. Keeping every yard spotless is essential for preventing disease spread, with enforcement if needed and cooperation by citizens during summer.
A letter from T. D. Meador Jr urges Atlanta business leaders to actively pursue municipal expansion before the decennial census. He argues suburbs benefit from proximity to Atlanta and should share costs, warning the city could face higher taxes and misrepresented population if limits are not extended prior to the census.
A prose poem fragment-essay mix reflects longing for spring and brighter days. It blends regional dialect with references to poets and public figures, urging trust in Providence and resilience. It mentions Churchill Downs races and a quest for a square deal amid sorrow, struggle, and faith.
Readers from Southern Tile & Stone Co and Alvan J Treeman submit letters praising The Constitution of Greater Atlanta. They argue Atlanta must act now on improvements to avoid falling behind smaller cities, stressing bonds, asset values, and population growth.
Railroad officials discuss inaugurating through passenger service to the city on the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic line. The freight service is already running, with passenger trains to enter the union depot once track arrangements are finalized. A chamber committee will coordinate ceremonies with President Atkinson during a forthcoming visit.
The policemen annual picnic set for tomorrow at Chellahooches park Geinesville has been canceled indefinitely due to insufficient traveling accommodations on the Southern railway. Aswittent Chief Jett says arrangements will be made and the outing will resume with relatives and friends at the scene of last year's festivities, hoped for the latter part of the month or early June.
The Atlanta Constitution clipping notes R H Smith of Monticello Georgia supervised shipping of twenty tons of seed cotton to Elderg Ulmer in Torreon Mexico. It praises Georgia cotton seed value and cites L Clarence Levi of Columbus sending seed to Jericho for trial. Thomas R Wallace Austrian Consul signs.
A compilation of Georgia editorials and columns discusses Governor Smith, Joe Brown, and Hoke Smith, critiquing misreadings of immigration and disfranchisement issues. It highlights endorsements, perceived demagoguery, and calls for clear leadership amid partisan tensions in the 1908 governor race.
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