Tribune Urges Rochester Justice and Wood Salary Debate
The Chicago Tribune attacks local Rochester bias over a court ruling on a bootblack’s duty to polish shoes, calls for action to protect African American rights, and defends General Leonard Wood’s Cuban salary allowances as reasonable under occupation. It argues for stronger press stance and transparency in governance.
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Chicago Tribune
Apostolic Journal of
the Tribune
Rochester
N. Y
Elysium
Gardners
Fred Douglass
Susan B. Anthony
New York
Tribune
General Wood
Leonard Wood
Cuba
Brooke
Wood
United States Army
Spain
United States
Expenditures and honors noted in Palmer obituary
The piece recalls General Wood’s Cuban costs and Palma's allowance while praising Dr Benjamin M Palmer of New Orleans. It highlights Palmer as a leading Presbyterian leader, orator, reformer, and deduces his death leaves Christendom poorer. It cites past fights against the Louisiana state lottery and cites prominent lectures and sermons. Peace to his ashes.
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Palma
Wood
General Wood
Benjamin M. Palmer
New Orleans
Israel
Dr. Palmer
Palmer
Gladstone
United Confederate Veterans
Louisville
University of Georgia
Christendom
Nazarene
Roosevelt for a Second Term Nominated by Acclamation
The piece argues for President Theodore Roosevelt to receive the Republican nomination by acclamation in 1904, noting his broad popularity, party loyalty, and independence. It compares him to Johnson and Arthur, who sought but were denied second terms, and suggests the party should unite behind Roosevelt if he is truly the nation’s choice.
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Roosevelt
Johnson
Arthur
Ead
R. T. Nesbitt
Marietta
Dahlonega
Cobb
Colonel Nesbitt
Cobb County
Nesbitt
Had Better Guess Again says Republicans face losses
Hon. Ben Cable, chair man of the finance committee of the democratic congressional campaign committee, warns that Republicans should not assume an easy fall election. Washington reports the president and cabinet officers fear the prospect of a Democratic majority in the next Congress amid unsettled political conditions.
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Ben Cable
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
Washington
Democratic landslide outlook and party unity concerns
The piece argues Democrats must maintain harmony to defeat Republicans in November. It contends tariff issues and the beef trust sparked public anger, prompting a revolt that favors returning Democrats to power. It predicts a large Democratic gain in the next House, urging decisive campaign unity.
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Beef Trust
America
Democratic Party
The Day of Rest and Sabbath Debate in Society
A discussion on Sabbath observance contrasts secular and sectarian views with emphasis on Sunday versus Saturday. The piece argues for legal safeguards of a seven day rest, notes the ethical impact on citizens, and envisions a future where rest and worship align. It also comments on contemporary politics and public figures amid the broader sermon on rest.
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Moses
Mount of
Sanai
Georgia governors race gossip and editorials mix
A collage of Georgia political commentary from papers like Waycross Journal Athens Banner Albany Herald and Dublin Courier-Dispatch discusses candidates Guerry Terrell Hatill Estill and Hogan. It notes debates potential alliances and public sentiment, with remarks on prohibition, labor unions, and party leadership.
Atlanta Rumors and Reactions Across Papers
A montage from papers in Albany Rome Birmingham Americus Covington and Pembroke notes varied Atlanta references. Headlines discuss eruptions and civic spirit charity protests and newsboy actions affecting paper prices amid local reaction and satire.
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Albany Herald
Atlanta
Rome Tribune
Birmingham
Mount Peles
Americus Times-Recorder
Charleston
St. Augustine
Newsboys
Interview Correction by Mrs. W. Jefferson Davis
Mrs. W. Jefferson Davis disputes published statements about General Nelson A. Miles and a President Johnson reference. She asserts the interview misrepresented insults to her family and criticizes social classes, asking The World to publish the correction.
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W. Jefferson Davis
Miles
New York World
Editor of
the World
Nelson A. Miles
Fortress Mguroe
Bint
Johnson
South
New York
Putnam County Declines Election Fee for Primary
In a letters column, Putnam County Democratic Chairman John B. Reid states there will be no assessment on candidates for printing or primary expenses until a lawful method to pay managers is provided. A Georgia reader argues for restraint, condemns violence, and urges ministers and teachers to promote law, gospel, and race harmony nationwide.
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Putnam
Democratic Party
Putnam County
John 8. Reid
Democratic Committee
Fatonton
Interist
Indianapolis Freeman
Chicago Tribune
Pittsburg
The
Georgia
Empire
Boathland
L. A. Townsley
St. Paul A. M
Estill Addresses 500 Voters in Athens Opera House
Estill spoke to about 500 voters at the Athens opera house delivering a plain business style address on public issues and gaining strong local support. His supporters organized a club with several hundred members, electing W. F. Dorsey as chairman and S. H. Youngkin as secretary. Buford M. Davis of Macon spoke at the same venue in favor of Gerry tomorrow in Biberton.
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Buford M. Davis
Macon
Opera House
Guerry
Davis
Biberton
Colonel Estill
Clonel J. H. Estill
Atlanta
North Georgia
Odd Fellows
Order
Coronel Estill
Georgia
Grand Lodge
Estill
Rabun County
Marietta
Hatili
Athens
Davie
Leerton
Buford Davis
Terrell
Mr. Terrell
Richmond County
Greeneshbora
Optimism in a World of Rain and Cold Despair
IRMA H. LIEBMAN writes of a wind torn path where gloom and danger loom yet pauses to hear the zephyrs lullaby. The speaker notes abyss like a dark sea and thorny climbs yet recalls green meadows and soft moss, a quiet testament to resilience.
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Irma H. Liebman
Sam Small Sats Guerry Shows White Feather
In a formal letter from Atlanta dated May 29 1902 Sam Small accuses Dupont Guerry of dodging debate on Georgia prohibition policy. He defends local option, rebuts Guerry’s letters and urges open discussion to settle which policy best serves the state.
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Mr. Guerry
Sam Smaill
Mr. Small
Atlanta
Dupont Guerry
Macon
Estill
Guerry
Terrell
Atlanta, Constitution
Fowler
Ty Swift
Hob Durham
Bibb
Lucius O'Trigger
Temperance Army
Ransey
Maine
Georgia
Kansas
Democratic Party
Clement A. Evans
Memorial Day Exercises in Chattanooga Tennessee
Memorial day ceremonies will be conducted at the National cemetery in Chattanooga tomorrow afternoon. Orator Dr J Richards Boyle of Philadelphia speaks for the Grand Army of the Republic and Captain B R Cooke represents Spanish American War veterans. The Seventh Cavalry at Chickamaugas Park will participate, followed by cemetery decoration.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
National Cemetery
J. Richards Boyle
Philadelphia
Grand Army of the Republic
BR. B. Cooke
Seventh Cavalry
Chickamaugs Park
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Sam Small
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