10 Nov 1903
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1903
Page
1
Fragmented 19th century clipping mixes weather notes near Hesokht jerat with reports of trials. Mentions cooling winds, temperatures around 24 hours and a hot period, plus a list of legal actions and court proceedings. Several named individuals and locales appear amid scattered political and commercial items.
Washington reports the fifty eighth Congress opens in an unusually large assembly amid renominations and ceremonies. Joseph G Cannon is elected Speaker after a party-line vote as Senate and House galleries fill with lawmakers, officials, and guests amid floral tributes and public reception.
Representative Adamson introduces legislation to add rural free delivery inspectors and to appoint more inspectors for approved routes. He seeks extra session action with bipartisan support and mentions related public works and veteran benefit increases. The Georgia delegation plans to push for Judge Waddon to join the Ways and Means Committee and notes New York influence within party leadership.
A New Castle presbytery committee at Newton weighs charges against Robert A Ellwood of Olver Church Wilmington for a sermon touching the George White lynching case at Prices Corner last June. The panel favored censure of Ellwood and a trial before the presbytery was requested. a Dover meeting is set for January 29 to hear the charges.
Widespread public frustration grows over railroad depot delays. Citizens from Ate Yanta have toured sites, demanding faster progress as contractors and officials spar over the best location near Nelson street. Southern Railway pushes for freight terminals. official word on start or site remains vague amid mounting public pressure.
Reports say King Bawani approved the engagement of Prince Alexinder of Teck to Brythetss Alice of Albany. The announced match stirs royal circles as London awaits formal confirmation and details of the upcoming wedding date and ceremonies.
The article outlines U S plans to supervise Panama and Colon under a protectorate model similar to Cuba. It discusses fortifications and debt control, with Democratic senators debating whether to push a strong stance or await more information before action. Senator Morgan advocates vigorous canal policy.
Panama envoy Buncau Varius writes Senator John T Morgan urging support for the Panama Republic and its canal plan. He argues the era favors a waterway and appeals to Morgan as a world progress advocate, noting rival French influence and promising dedication to American interests.
Washington rejects any direct embarkation of Colombian troops to seize the Isthmus and says American warships will intervene if salvor routes are attempted. Reports warn of Panama deficiency and Panama independence shifting Panamanian policy toward the Isthmus canal, with Colombia pressing for rapid canal treaty ratification. The United States reiterates no annexation by force and seeks negotiations for an Isthmian waterway, while Colombia names Reyes as a peace commissioner to Banana.
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