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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1901
Page
9
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The text discusses congressional power to impose tariffs for newly acquired territories, arguing the constitution allows such actions while leaving ultimate status open. It anticipates clashes between tariff interests and advocates for Puerto Rico and Philippines, suggesting a long political contest over colonial governance and trade barriers. It notes that the court’s decision accepts U S sovereignty with flexible governance for the islands.
The fragment recalls the Wen’ Christian Association’s long history and influence on religious life, noting its origin and sixty year legacy of evangelizing effort and community teaching amidst changing social currents.
A historical look at the Y M C A in the United States, noting its rapid growth and vast property holdings. Atlanta’s local association is highlighted for its strength and membership, credited with offering educational advantages and guiding youths toward upright citizenship. The piece anticipates Boston’s semi centennial exercises and national reflection on the movement.
The Chicago Inter Ocean criticizes Senator Billy Mason and Senator Cullom. It argues Illinois should nominate a capable, principled statesman, not a patronage dispenser or party loyalist. It questions Mason’s prominence and calls for a thoughtful choice ahead of the 20 months until the next election.
In an off year political climate South Carolina faces dramatic change as its two U S senators resign amid intra party tensions. The situation echoes the New York resignation episode but stands as a rare event of dual senate resignations affecting state representation and upcoming elections. Tillman and another senator are central figures in this surprising political shift.
The article outlines an impending battle between Tillman and McLaurin over democracy definitions and the future direction of the Democratic Party in South Carolina. It notes plans for the long term Senate race, the Grandfather Clause debate in North Carolina, and broader political commentary including critiques of public figures and a column on social topics.
A mosaic item from a Georgia page features lyric verses about love and nature, snippets of dialect poetry, magazine notices, editorial quips, and a political anecdote. The fragmentary text blends sentimental lines with humorous notices and a civic jab at legislative behavior.
A column recalls Quay's rise and rivalries with Cameron and Curtin, detailing Victorian political battles in Pennsylvania. It notes Lincoln's quip about Cameron and recounts Butler's audacious tactic that helped him become governor amid party shifts.
Editorial notes the odd struggle over a memorial statue for General Porter funded by Boston manufacturer R. H. Eddy. Porter's widow and heirs risked the will's terms as Portsmouth, New Hampshire, officials and trustees clash over erecting the equestrian statue after Porter’s death. The piece also surveys Andrew Carnegie’s vast philanthropy and its impact on libraries and institutions in the US and abroad.
A collage of brief items notes Titian Russell praising Christian Science to Fay Templeton amid a cold, a rail shipment reform push in Kansas City, a Hull House pie debate, Runswick boat rescue valor, precise scales at the Philadelphia weights office, and naval academy ship Indiana, plus a Washington trip by Dr Hills to honor Mrs Gage.
In Dalton Georgia a farmer, R W Weatherly, runs a sizable dairy operation with 34 cows. He breeds his own Jersey cows, proves miles of productivity, and ships cream to Chattanooga at 60 cents per gallon. The dairy funds a substantial annual net income while managing calves, silos, and fruit trees on the property. The piece notes community ties and his standing in local society with his May birthday gatherings and farm visits.
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