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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1901

Page

5

Notice to Subscribers from Constitution Publishing

Notice to subscribers regarding fee traveling representatives and payment cautions. Names mentioned include Charles H. Donnelly Carter and Claudda Ir, with instruction not to pay any equal charges. Published by Constitution Publishing Company at the Post Office Atlanta Ga in second class matter.

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Hazing at West Point Sparks Congressional Debate in Washington

May 27 1901 Atlanta report discusses West Point cadets and hazing fallout from a congressional probe into the Booz case. It cites The Washington Post urging academy management changes and questions the handling of upperclassmen discipline while defending the merit system and the paths of honest cadets from modest backgrounds.

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Debate on military academy reforms and hazing dangers

The speaker criticizes hazing and calls for reform at the academy, urging removal of officials who tolerate abuse. He praises Secretary of War Stanton’s leadership and argues for decisive changes without closing the academy, insisting on higher standards and duty.

Edison claims light weight storage battery breakthrough

Thomas A Fisher reportedly perfected a storage battery after twenty years of work. Edison’s claims center on a light durable cell using iron nickel oxide plates and graphite. The device supposedly powers autos and boats with easy charging and no weather sensitivity, prompting praise from Electrical Review and speculation of wide societal impact.

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Councill the Negro Educator and His Rousing Speech

The piece profiles Councill, president of the Agricultural and Mechanical College for Negroes at Normal Alabama. It cites his remarks at Roger Williams College and recounts his ascent from Richmond slave pen to public platform, praising honest labor and denouncing idleness while noting potential opposition from political figures to his views.

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Empire of Texas Described As Vast and Rich

An 19th century overview extols Texas as a vast empire of 265,780 square miles with a climate spanning many temperatures and rich endowments in minerals and wildlife. It praises natural abundance and notes Texas’s expansive domain comparable to major regions, highlighting its potential and European interest.

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Texas the Empire State in the New World Plan

The article extols Texas as a vast territory with frontier climate and port access, noting its 35 mile front and oceanic harbors. It predicts Texas will play a huge role in future industrial growth and immigration, arguing the state is large enough for twenty states and should remain united under a Texas empire vision.

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True to the Last True to the Last

The article rails at admiral Sampson and the naval bureaucracy for honoring him with medals bearing his head. It questions his hero status and accuses officials of overcrediting him for the Santiago Bay actions while implying others could have achieved the same results. The tone is sharply critical and distrustful of Washington coverage.

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Bryan on Party Duty in Commoner Editorial

In the Commoner, Bryan urges Democrats not to desert or compromise moral principles for power. He warns leaders against aligning with corporations and stresses that party success rests on voters, urging all to reject efforts to Republicanize the Democratic Party while affirming distinct Democratic interpretations by its voters.

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Mothers Congress Criticized By Insistent Ohig Women

The Ohig women demanding a genuine mother as president of the Ohin mothers congress show ignorance of the organization. Congresses have largely featured papers by older men and women offering sage advice to attendees. A Puerto Rico post office employee who embezzled dollars has been sentenced to four years in prison. Neely and Rathbone will be released, but others face punishment. Tammany's vice committee reports completion of its work, and reformers gain little. The London Saturday Review questions Roosevelt's influence, noting a shift away from Theodore Roosevelt’s era.

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Washington Gossip on Crime Rasies in Capital

Washington gossip reflects growing hysteria over the Bonnie Ayres case and compares public interest to New York. The piece notes Washingtonians’ regional bias, cites Garfield and other crimes, and describes how local coverage treats the Kenmore hotel tragedy and related affairs.

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Arrestee Clash and Racial Tensions Highlight Washington Street Scene

Report notes frequent arrests of colored youths amid tense race relations in Washington. A white guardian of the peace detains a youth who may bend to climb a tree or telegraph pole, while police demographics show a white majority among officers and widespread public scrutiny of municipal conduct.

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Sour Lake Oil Strike Spurs Texas Bustling District

Sour Lake Texas reports a strong oil gusher struck behind the Sour Lake hotel at 6 pm with a 1000 barrel daily output expected. Hamill bought Beaumont Meffaddin No 3 for J M Gaffer Petroleum, near Lucas and Heywood wells, depth 90 to 1000 feet. The well will be cleaned and connected to a network feeding the Guffey plant.

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Emperors Not Victims of Swindler Says Berlin Denial

Berlin reports in May deny U S agency claims that Emperor William II and Empress Augusta Victoria lost private fortunes to a swindler. The Associated Press correspondent cites authentic sources including the emperor's entourage and leading financiers to refute the allegations.

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Boers Attack Convoy. Four Killed, Thirty Wounded

Lord Kitchener reports a Boer force attacked a convoy between Ventergdorp and Potschefstroom on May 34 but was repelled. Four soldiers were killed and thirty wounded. the convoy reached safety. London notes include a May 4 report that The Novoz Vremya publication was banned for a week in St. Petersburg for urging government aid to workers and the unemployed to curb revolution.

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Thirty Two Bodies Recovered At Universal Mine Disaster

London May 27 thirty two bodies have been recovered at the Universal colliery in Senghenydd in the Hendd a valley where no explosion occurred last Friday morning. Some bodies are terribly mutilated and the grim work proceeds slowly with many painful scenes witnessed at the pit mouth.

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Movement of Americans on the Philippine coast

AP correspondence describes a US commission visiting Mindanao ports to interview inhabitants. They decide Mindanao will not have laval rule and slavery will be abolished. Governors will rule from Zamboanga with local reps but no broad self-government. Chinese traders dominate Cattabatto while Moros seek stability under American oversight.

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No Credit Balance Abroad in Our Favor

The New York Sun argues against the idea of a large international credit balance in the United States. Bankers say the U S actual cash balances abroad are minimal, with much of the perceived gain tied to long exchange bills rather than available cash. European holdings of U S securities and foreign spending by rich Americans abroad complicate the balance, but no large cash surplus exists.

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Hill on the traffic war and global trade routes

In Minneapolis an interview with James J. Hill discusses trade conflicts on the high seas between Pacific commerce and routes through Suez and Cape Horn. He argues America must lead Pacific traffic, outlines population-driven manufacturing needs, and stresses natural laws guiding railroad strategy and national economic growth.

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Large soap works burn in Torreon Mexico

A major soap factory in Torreon Mexico controlled by Messia Zerrano and Farias, owned by local stockholders, was destroyed by fire. Loss listed at 225000 dollars with 190000 dollars insured. Cause reported as arson influence of the stage. Also includes unrelated commentary from the Brooklyn Eagle and New York press about theater and public taste.

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Decline of Ireland in New York World text

An excerpt discusses Ireland’s population decline from mid 19th century levels, noting famine driven losses, emigration, and a shift of Irish-born couples abroad. It highlights Ireland as the only shrinking nation while others grow, and mentions large Irish emigrant settlement in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States.

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