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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1905
Page
11
A 1905 Atlanta Times summary notes Russia’s naval woes under Admiral Pojestvensky and Japan’s Far East gains, with observers predicting naval reform, tariff politics, and the impact on American readers. It references Baltic port actions, Port Arthur, and broader European upheaval as the crisis unfolds.
The article lauds Admiral Rojestvensky for crossing 17 000 miles in seven months to Vladivostok despite noteable failures. It notes neutrality limits, coal at sea, and antiquated ships while criticizing Russian leadership and crew quality.
Chief Joxner decries repeated false automatic fire alarms that trigger unnecessary department mobilizations and high expenses. He cites malice by irresponsible individuals, notes penalties exist but convictions are rare, and urges public vigilance to stop misuse while residents near boxes hear the warning gong.
A Barasat woman posted a matrimonial notice describing a superb stone building and a well kept home near a colony. She notes three deaths nearby and mentions she is in a lunatic asylum as part of the ad. The suitor is delighted with offers of marriage while the text hints at a troubled setting.
The Georgia Southern and Florida railroad named Sam Parrott as its new vice president. Parrott, long head of the Southeastern Freight Association, is praised for deep rail knowledge. His move will require relocating his headquarters, noted as a loss to Atlanta but a clear professional promotion for him.
The article extols High Point as a self reliant example for the South, urging ambitious young men to abandon passive professions and seek opportunity in local industry. It praises energy, sacrifice, imagination, and patience, calling on readers to study the town as a beacon for Southern progress and economic independence.
In a letter from Augusta Georgia Martin V Calvin urges Colonel John Temple Graves to be chosen as the successor to the late Fitzhugh Lee as director general of the Jamestown Exposition. He praises Graves for enthusiasm eloquence and sense and argues he can unite the nation in support of the project.
Bristol attorney for N B Bradley & Sons says compromise terms nearly agreed between Whiting Lumber Company of Elizabethton and other parties. Whiting and Witham Whiting to withdraw. Fridieys to take active control of the company.
Reports from Arthur Guy and Garretts Bluff indicate the Red River is rising above last year's crest, with water levels about two feet higher in parts east and south of the area. Flooding has submerged plantations between Dalton and Spring Bank, threatening crops and livestock along the Fulton to Spring Bank route.
The article lists Carl Bhharty planning to join summer celebrations for Frankonia’s anniversary and notes Tufts and Chicago connections. It reports James VeCirdie turning 100, a Russian magnate’s long tenure, and educational leaders in Yale and Maryland scenes, with varied historic claims and honors tied to prominent institutions.
A mosaic of dialect verse and aphorisms from a Georgia themed page. Snippets mention mulberry trees, rivers, clover, and rustic life. Voices reference local humor, weather, and playful quips about authors, mules, and summer life.
A mass meeting at Barnesville auditorium gathered citizens from Pike and western Monroe counties to back creating Davis county. Speakers included Col Jambdin, J F Redding, Dr Thurmin, F Rumble, J H Wett, C Hightawer and Hon Sam Wo Small of Brunswick who praised Jefferson Days and pledged efforts to push the new county at the next legislature. A resolution thanked Small for his address and support.
At a Decatur board of education meeting the teaching corps for 1905 06 was set. New hires include Professor T T Treadwell advanced grades Harriet Milledge primary grades Emmie Davie primary grades Annie Joney grammar grades Clifford Hunter grammar grades. An additional teacher was added due to growth, with Clifford Hunter selected. Treadwell holds a T degree from Peabody and AB from Vanderbilt, plus postgraduates at Vanderbilt and Chicago. An extra grade and room will be added to the building.
A fragment from an 1880s Georgia report notes a legislative resolution on education statistics, county origins of students, and alumni outcomes. It touches on state institutions, a Worcester Tech comparison, and remarks by Martin V Calvin. Also covered are Savannah politics, railroad rate disputes, a Fargo stockade fire, Roswell burglaries, and visits by Hon W Prescott and Sen J B Foye to the capitol.
John C Hart presents the annual attorney general report to Governor Serrell detailing major litigation, state matters, and official opinions rendered. He notes rising state duties, court activity, and improved Western and Atlantic railroad inspections, with emphasis on public interest and future preparations.
Obituary notes John Walton Hall of Atlanta died at his daughter’s home in Atlanta at age 73. A prominent busi nessman and Civil War veteran famed for valor, he was wounded at Chickamauga and later served in civic life. The article reports a court case about a line drawn by police at the scene referencing charges against individuals for liquor and a confrontation involving a Chinese man.
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