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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1906
Page
11
A confused assemblage of quotes and names from political circles touches on senator disputes, constitutional questions, foreign affairs, and reform efforts. It mentions California and Arkansas figures, Castro in Venezuela, and a looming canal vote, all wrapped in a brisk, skeptical talk that mimics a newspaper column of the era.
The committee of twenty five led by Robert F. Meddox urges rapid, decisive support for Atlanta’s exposition project. With $325,000 already raised toward a $500,000 guarantee fund, many citizens remain uncommitted. planners say broad public spirit and liberal contribution are essential to realize the industrial potential and honor the city’s traditions.
Georgia wholesale and manufacturing sectors credit rail lines for growth while noting lack of national mileage interchange. Travelers and salesmen pay price through multiple books as most lines offer no cross system concessions. Four years ago some progress appeared but Southern and Cenwal lines still exclude joint passes, hampering distribution.
Commercial interests press for uniform mileage across Georgia railroads to boost trade. They argue state carriers fuel rapid development and that delaying concessions deters expansion of business, citing impact on ports, manufacturing centers, and traveling salesmen. Authorities are urged to adopt a broad, sensible policy for mutual advantage.
The Journal proposes a patriotic plan to have wealthy Americans cancel European summer plans and spend funds in California. It argues that keeping dollars at home will aid San Francisco and other quake-affected areas, while still offering cultural and educational benefits to visitors. The piece cites the Seeing America First movement and urges redirecting travel money to California for recovery and growth.
A 1906 correspondence from E Saulgbury Atlanta recounts five cases against Mr Daily Bitter Hoof Development and the Anaconda Company. The writer claims long investigations, stalled progress, and a $100,000 plus loss, citing Marcus Daly’s timber cuttings on government land and alleged improper conduct. Marcus Daly and ex Governor Leslie figure in the Montana, Washington, and Helena threads. The letter, signed T And Risch United States Attorney, dates May 23 1906.
A jumble of clippings discusses Atlanta and a proposed 3,000,000 locomotive plant for the Southern Railway, hinting at possible state control of shops and Georgia corporate ownership, with editorialized notes from multiple papers on Atlanta's progress and politics. It notes Atlanta’s bid to host major developments and likens battles to broader southern advancement while joking about social and sporting outcomes.
The many friends of Lucien L. Knight announce his fall publication Reminiscences of Famous Georgians. The 500 plus page volume, bound and illustrated, features personal sketches and biographical facts in a unconventional literary style. Intro by Joel Maharajah of Berkeley. President Roosevelt involved in publication timing.
Washington May 23 the denatured alcohol bill was ordered favorably reported by the senate finance committee. The action advances the measure toward possible floor consideration and potential enactment within the current legislative session.
A compilation of editorials from Georgia papers criticizing The Atlanta Journal over marble freight rate figures. The items accuse the Journal of errors and deceit in political campaigning, defend Hoke Smith and Democratic norms, and praise editorial opposition to populist tactics. Names include Hoke Smith, James M. Smith, Clark Howell, and various Georgia papers.
The closing meeting of the Alciphro nian Literary and Debating Society at the Boys and Girls High schools was held at Browning hall. A large audience watched declamations, a debate, and a musical program. President Everett announced the decision favoring the negative in the debate on disfranchising the negro in Georgia.
A dispatch from Nashville dated May 23 reports L. L. Leavill’s tobacco beds, about 4800 cords or plants, dug up and destroyed by unknown assailants with hoes. Leavill, not part of the local tobacco sect, suspects deliberate damage. bloodhounds searched for tracks without success.
Washington May 23 The senate in executive session aides confirmed and rolled noms Bernardo Roly Mexico United States district judge district of Puerto Rico George Adolph United States attorney Western District of Tennessee Andrew J Houston marshal Western District of Texas Frank S Elain marshal Western District of Tennessee Hurtt postmaster at Harrison Tennessee
Dalton Ga May 23 Special The Catton mills of this city employing 600 hands will double its capacity this year. The expansion aims to boost output and secure more production from the plant, signaling growth for the local textile operations this season.
Twenty two young women graduated from Washington seminary as an audience filled the Grand last night for exercises. Dr W W Smith chancellor of the Randolph Macon system delivered the graduation address and Miss Olivia Lampton of Columbus Miss won the Daughters of the American Revolution medal for the best essay on Women of the Revolution. Diplomas and certificates were awarded to graduates including Courtenay Morrison Anna Ordway Camille Sommer Eloise Brown and Olivia Lampton with many others named from Atlanta Murfreesboro Chattanooga and nearby cities. A reception followed the ceremony hosted by the faculty.
The Georgia Pharmaceutical Association held its thirty-first annual session in Atlanta at the New Kimball Hotel. W B Freemantle of Atlanta was elected president with J D Persse of Seamus as vice president and other officers named. A new slate for the state board featured T F Burbank and several Marietta and Atlanta figures. Delegates chose George Case and RL Palmer as representatives, and Savannah was invited to host next year’s meeting, with a grand barbecue and discussions on safeguards against fire and education for druggists.
Douglasville Ga May 23 An unusually prosperous school year at Douglasville college will be marked by an excellent commencement program. The program includes a sermon by Dr Junius W Millard of Atlanta on May 27 at 11 am and a declamation by high school pupils on May 28. May 29 features a annual address by Walter McElreath of Atlanta and graduation exercises on May 23 with Lettie Abercrombie Eva Camp Jennie McElreath Mannie Belmar listed as graduates. Superintendent W F Dendy was reelected for the next scholastic year by the board of trustees.
A Hew Davis era report from Hawkinsville Georgia notes rail expansion plans toward Dublin and beyond. The Dublin and Southwesters line would link Dublin to Hawkinsville and extend about fifty miles, with preliminary surveys from Eastman to the area completed and grading likely. Local leaders emphasize capitalists backing the project as a potential booster for the fertile region. A mass meeting at the courthouse featuring speeches by J J Whitfield and others urged citizen subscriptions, already reaching thousands. A committee is formed to push the effort and consider locating the St Andrews Bay route if feasible. An upcoming Saengerfest elects Chattanonms officers with Lesser as secretary and J Jacobs as treasurer.
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