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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1908
Page
11
The Constitution notes a heated fight over funding a city mosquito eradication crusade. Citizens fear rising disease and call for immediate action, urging council to approve $60 to support health measures and stave off a growing pest problem.
The Constitution endorses Dr T Di Longino's push for parks in Atlanta but cautions against spending hundreds of thousands on a single business square. It argues for multiple parks in crowded residential areas and near the core, suggesting half a million could buy two dozen parks and benefit thousands with improved health and life.
The case of Hanker Marsh of Brooklyn highlights dangers of rabies from a dog bite. Ignorance of symptoms and treatment delays Pasteurization, leading to a fatal outcome. Public health urges timely care and education, noting a forthcoming free clinic and lab services.
A fragment from a political column critiques Crumpacker and Keuter over southern disfranchisement and public funding for campaign contributions. It notes Republicans wish to record support for publicity while Democrats resist, using a dynamite metaphor to describe provocative rhetoric aimed at Southern states and national sentiment.
A fragmented, unclear passage contemplates a grand duke of Russia pursuing money and questions whether it is acceptable for a duke to earn through his profession. The text hints at ethics and performance but remains cryptic and incomplete.
A dated letter from Atlanta, May 1908, comments on Reverend H A Bernard, Mr Haas, and political debates in Georgia. The text blends poetry, literary talk, and criticism of prohibitionist factions, with references to The Constitution newspaper and local figures. It weaves personal notes, grievances, and inquiries about publishing letters and political loyalties amid a rainy day mood.
The Inman case argument continues today in Judge Hendrickson's court with attorney Convers for the defense arguing about appointment of a receiver. The proceedings opened at 2:30 and adjourned about 8:40, with counsel pressing the issue of the receiver and the alleged tagg ing of a stake. The hearing to date has centered on the history of dealings between RR Gray and Morris Lunden, tied to the Mustees of the Stanty Journal, and the proceedings will proceed this afternoon with Attorney Al Kg representing the claimant.
In Valdosta Georgia May efforts by Savannah attorneys to create a new judicial circuit for the Southern District of Georgia meet strong opposition. A protest is led by officials including OW Smith city judge and Major J Roberts with Senator F Knight and Congressman Grantley urged to oppose the measure in Congress.
A compilation from multiple Georgia papers surveys editorials on port rates favored by Governor Smith and opposition from Savannah editors. It cites Joseph M Brown’s letter, counts speculative vote outcomes in Perry and Athens, and notes reactions in Atlanta and Macon about Smith versus Brown with regional implications.
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