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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1902

Page

5

Cuban Relief Pushed Amid Sugar Tariff Debate

The article outlines a heated discussion over relief for Cuban sugar amid proposed tariff changes. It cites arguments that further reductions would benefit Cuban planters and hurt American refineries, noting claims on refinery share of sugar and the Brussels agreement’s impact on production and competition with Europe.

Ozionda Treasury Uban Leavitt Havemeyer United States Brussels England Cuba Leaght

Primary in Glynn County narrows race in May election

Brunswick Ga May 14 The democratic primary for county officers in Glynn County is set for tomorrow with tight races chief among them the senatorial contest between Judea A J Cravatt and former Representative W F Symoris. Supporters claim victory on eve of voting as other races for sheriff tax collector coroner treasurer and county commissioners remain highly competitive with several unopposed incumbents.

Brunswick Glynn Judea A. J. Cravatt W. F. Symoris W. H. Bertle J. W. Owens J. E. Dubberly T. 8. Ferguson Jennings H. W. Turner Lee F. M. Bearlett Eustace C. Butts Representa H. F. duBignon Superior Hiram J. Read

Loubet Welcomed in Brest After Paris Departure

President Loubet arrived in Brest on his way to St. Petersburg and was greeted by cheering crowds. At a luncheon he praised France as unanimously republican and urged deputies to honor electoral promises without royalist or imperialist aims.

Creers Loubet Brest France Paris St. Petersburg

Dr Pierce Golden Medical Discovery testimonial

A testimonial claims Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery strengthens weak stomach nerves and blood, with no alcohol or narcotics. Mrs Helen Hardgrove of Bangs Ohio says four bottles cured her lung and throat troubles and rheumatic pains, restoring energy. The ad notes a free Common Sense Medical Adviser offer via stamps.

Dr. Pierce Orsons Helen Hardgrove Bangs Knox. Co Moore

Roosevelt Lays Corner Stone for McKinley Memorial College

President Roosevelt presided at the May 14 ceremony outside Washington for the McKinley Memorial Ohio College of Government at the American University site. Senator Hanna spoke with emotion, praising McKinley and Ohio's role. Secretary Hay and Bishop Mallalela attended. Roosevelt praised the Methodist link and the college to teach government, then laid the cornerstone and prepared for relics in a zinc box.

Washington Roosevelt McKinley Memorial Ohio College of Government The American University District of Columbia Dotliver Idwa Hanna Wiliam McKinley Nisirs Ita McKinley Ohio Efe Hay MacFarland F. M. Bristol America West Great American Republic Abraham Lincoln H. BR. Naylor

Queen Wilhelmina in Strong Health. Bulletins Cease

In The Hague on May 14 the royal health is described as excellent and normal. Regular bulletins on Queen Wilhelmina's condition will cease to be issued.

Wilhelmina the Hague

Panama Canal Debate Fueled by Recent Caribbean Quakes

Washington notes that French scientists favoring the Panama route argue minimal volcanic risk near Panama while Nicaragua advocates stress past earthquakes near Rivas and Greytown. The piece cites 1844 quakes and Lake Nicaragua volcanism, urging careful study of seismic danger for canal legislation.

Jos. Ohl Washington French West Indies Panama Route Panama Canal Brito Greytown Nicaragua Panama Canals Company Panama Rivas Pacific Coseguina Martinique Geolo

Bible course for ministers proposed to make Bible part

Dallas reports of the seventh day session of the Methodist Episcopal conference focus on elevating ministerial education. Plans include making Bible study central in college curriculums, establishing a Nashville correspondence school, and creating preachers institutes. A Vanderbilt university course and a $10,000 annual aid aim to steer future ministers toward that institution.

Dallas Tex Methodist Episcopal Conference Nashville Vanderblit University Lucius P. Little Key Joseph F. Key Sherman Methodist Episcopal Church Huntington Nebraska Messenger Bates Massachusetts Pekin Hendrix A. Coke Smith Toronto Canada Murray Millsaps College Jackson Miss W. F. Tillett Vanderbilt University Tenn Hammond Board of Education Judge Little Arkansas Hindman Parks African Methodist Episcopal Church Mark 4. Chapman Los Angeles Hoss Christian Advocate Chapman St. Louis Committee On Publishing House

Government yards urged for new war ships debate

The House debated naval construction with advocates for building all four large ships in government yards. Supporters argued private yards pay high profits and waste resources, while opponents cited Philippines policy and costs. The Brooklyn yard featured in discussions, with figures praising government facilities and efficiencies. The session ended with the naval bill laid aside and the Cuban diplomatic bill moved forward.

Washington House Mr. Dayton West Virginia Messrs. W. W. Kitchin North Carolina Fitzgerald New York Metcalf California Maynard Virginia Rhea Philippines Brooklyn Navy Yard Meteau Norfolk Navy Yard Newport News

Awakening Interest in Earthquakes and Central American Routes

Gists are stirred by nature's upheaval and fear of earthquakes prompts a push for thorough earthquake study. It is suggested a Central American route might be found to avoid volcanic action or quakes, or otherwise influence the final route decision.

Central America

Chapter on Scotts Emulsion Promoted for Weak Children

Ad copy citing a chapter on Scott's Emulsion as a remedy for weak children. Describes three daily doses leading to appetite and weight gain and strength. Promotes free samples from OORT & BOWNE at 49 Pearl Street.

Scott Oort & Bowne Chenin Pearl Sts

Nation al military park commission bill outlined

A proposed Parker bill details creating a national military park commission to oversee restoration and maintenance of battlefields and related sites. It mandates a five member panel, with two Confederate veterans among the first appointees, based in Washington under the War Department.

Jos. Ohl Washington National Park Commission Chickamauga Shiloh Gettysburg Vicksburg United States Secretary of War National Military Park Commission War’ Department

Hanna Studies Earthquakes and Central America Reports

Senator Hanna studies earthquakes and volcanoes in Central and South America as reports from Nicaragua describe ash discharges and earthquakes near Momotombo by Lake Managua. The disturbances relate to Guatemala events and may affect transport links from the lake to the Pacific.

Hanna Nicaragua New Orleans Guatemala Momotombo Lake Managua Pacific Central South America

Miners Await Mitchell Advice On Strike Outcome

Hazleton Pa May 14 The anthracite mine workers convention adjourned without action on a permanent strike. President Mitchell indicated any concessions from operators are gone and will advise delegates tomorrow, with sentiment leaning toward a strike if concessions are not made. No coal was mined and crowds gathered outside the closed door sessions.

Hazleton Pennsylvania Mitchell Hanna National Civic Federation W. B. Wilson

National Military Park Commission Duties and Funding

The bill outlines the commission’s duties under the secretary of war to acquire land rights of way, oversee road construction, mark battle lines, and report park recommendations with cost estimates. It allows gifts and monument erections, sets spending rules, and authorizes condemnation with attorney general approval. An initial $200,000 is appropriated. passage in the house seems likely.

National Military Park Commission Secretary of War Congress

Lumber Mills Burned In Huntington Fire

Fire at R W Kennedy and Co lumber mills in Ceredo six miles west destroyed the entire plant and railway substation, twenty houses, and all timber in the mill yards. Loss about 220000 dollars with roughly one third insured.

Huntington W. Va R.W. Kennedy & Co.'g Ceredo Camden Interstate Railway

Mrs G W Hall Dies in Valdosta Ga

Mrs G W Hall wife of George W Hall died at her home in Valdosta after several weeks with pneumonia. She leaves a husband and one child. Her remains were interred in the city cemetery this afternoon.

G. W. Hall Valdosta Hall George ‘W. Hall

Mount Iona eruption fears eased in Ponca Nebraska

In Ponca Nebraska on May 14 residents report fears about a Mount Iona eruption have been quieted. Gas emissions continue but no underground noises have occurred since Tuesday morning. Warmers delaying moves have been reassured and plan to stay. The disturbance is believed caused by heating of an underlying limestone formation contacting moisture.

Iona Ponca Neb Martinique

Doctor William T Helmuth Dies in New York

Dr William Tod Helmuth a surgeon of national reputation died suddenly at his home in New York City this morning from angina pectoris His death occurred May 15 and closes a prominent medical career noted for national influence and surgical skill.

New York William Tod Helmuth

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