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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1901
Page
9
Notice to subscribers from Constitution Publishing Co. at the Post Office, Atlanta Ga. advertising managers Nichols and Folliday list territory outside Atlanta. Names include H our PFE and Mess RL CAN Canter Claud A vin M, with instruction not to name anyone specifically.
The Constitution prints a DeKalb County citizens’ expression urging continued macadamizing of Peachtree Road and extending the road through DeKalb to the Gwinnett line. They argue improved roads spur rural development, connect counties Fulton DeKalb Gwinnett Milton Forsyth Dawson, foster markets, attract rail lines and enhance travel for Atlanta residents.
The Montgomery Journal argues the South cares little for northern politics or the nation’s future while seeking to shape local governance. It compares Reconstruction to potential military rule and accuses northern editors of unfounded influence and moral prejudice.
A speech argues that the southern plan is to protect the existing social order and promote industrial development. It claims emancipation has not driven away African Americans who prefer the South, urges outsiders to avoid interference, and asserts southerners will defend their rights and duties.
The text defends annexation of Cuba by popular consent, arguing U S expansionists favor statehood for Cuba with a probationary territorial period and potential safeguards. It warns delays could lead to Cuba losing utilities or inciting disorder, while praising the Cuban convention's decorum and the idea that a territorial path could ease future integration.
The article notes New York leading the world in city returns while Chicago overtakes Philatelylua and backs country growth could allow Illinois to surge. It cites figures like 1790, £ 7,2021,293,697 and mentions New York’s business concentration hurting Philadelphia as Chicago eyes an Atlantic port role via the Illinois route.
A new political party linked to Carrie Nation emerges in Kansas. It names itself the Hone Rule Party and advocates a broad platform including the Kansas Honor Law, various money measures, tariff shifts, and rings and monopolies. It promises action over talk and aims to reshuffle policy early in the political fight.
The Texas oil find prompts debate on using petroleum for fuel. Reports note steam use in some Russian transit projects and claim around 1900 barrels were produced, with limited drawbacks in broader fuel adoption.
Comparative scarcity suggests ten Texas gushers may rival world output and fuel markets. If oil meets fuel demand, Texas manufacturing could surge from Beaumont's center, with oil costing about 85 cents per barrel equivalent to coal at $3.50 to $4 a ton. Offshore ports Galveston Port Arthur and Sabine Pass would aid export.
The article notes a renewed push for women to wear shirts waists as a comfortable alternative to stiff uniforms. It traces past debate in Atlanta, cites public opinion favoring equal right, and links fashion reform to broader social shifts including wartime changes and court society’s tolerance.
Competent observers claim the mocking bird is dying as spring returns. A poet notes its decline due to the English sparrow, which form swarms to drive out the rightful owner. The sparrows chatter relentlessly, forcing the male and female mocking birds to abandon areas and seek new lodgings. This leads to a steady decrease of mocking birds near cities.
The retirement from active public life of Senator Vest at the end of his present term is noted with regret. He helped build the democratic party to influence through the period ending in 1884 and worked against personal government in favor of popular rights versus corporate power. The passage acknowledges his role with Mr. West and the fading era, while noting new issues call for new leaders as age retires those who led.
A column-like summary notes varied public figures and topics from Wall Street wreckage to Winston Churchill’s parliamentary debut. It touches on the Rockpile remark about fitting cases, Chaffee’s habit of talking, the papal count’s marriage wish, royal popularity, Ohio’s governor, California, cotton prices, Cuban leaders seeking peace, and a reform of college oratory reappearing in discourse.
A mosaic of clipped items including song lyrics by Mr Samuel Mintura Peck and reflections on Byron, poetry notes, and a coroner's verdict. The page mentions a coroner's jury reporting a death, a reference to Lord Byron and Newstead Abbey, and musings on art, love, and aging.
A Georgia traveler chronicles Sum merour the peach magnate of Dalton and Ed L Wight in Albany showing a booming peach trade with six five rail loads and shipments to Chicago Philadelphia New York and Boston. He details advances in land values and partnerships with farmers, the rise of acreage and stock farms, and the wide scope of Wight’s poultry dairy and other enterprises. The piece highlights the transformative effect on the mountain counties and the optimism for Georgia’s agricultural future.
An editorial summary notes American shoes’ popularity in England due to neater design, lighter weight, comfort, and extensive machine production enabling lower prices. It contrasts custom English shoemaking with American mass production and cites other editorials praising industry, thrift, and humble origins of prominent Americans who rise from low beginnings.
Hampden B Tener was elected treasurer of the Amite Cotton Company in New York on May 14, succeeding Winthrop Mottl who resigned. Tener assumed duties amid recent corporate changes and new officers at the company.
A lengthy report from the South. Passenger officials from multiple lines attend a large monthly committee meeting in Atlanta. Topics include scheduling, freight, and new office moves. Notable mentions include several General Passenger Agents and rate clerks from Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Illinois, and Kentucky. Additional notes cover a special train for a polling event and a George Dankers Association trip. Kansas City Memphis and Fort Scott railroad work progresses with plans to double track Kansas City to Fort Scott. Tennessee Central railroad expands toward Nashville with major St Louis investors backing its growth to 265 miles, including coal, mineral and timber lands.
A compilation of scattered Georgia newspaper snippets reflects on Atlanta life. It cites Governor Candler, a faltering Athens praise, moral sermon quips, and a remote Carrollton misprint scene. It touches on misread letters, shop talk, and social satire across multiple towns.
The article surveys Franco-Irish names gathered from Gentleman's Magazine and references to St Patrick’s Day gatherings. It cites families and titles such as O Neill O Connore Nugents and MacManons and notes French aristocratic prefixes like de and O’. It mentions gardens of Count Dillon and noble appellations beside common Irish surnames.
Funeral notice for John G Letta announces his death and details of the service location and time, referencing the family home and burial arrangements as reported in the local notice.
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