Peace Jubilee in Atlanta Welds North and South in Friendship
Savannah reports describe President McKinley’s southern tour highlighting loyalty to the Union over war with Spain. The visit sparks enthusiastic receptions in Atlanta, Tuskegee, Montgomery and Savannah, with Democrats praising the Union and Confederate dead. The president’s remarks emphasize reconciliation and the value of caring for fallen soldiers, marking a shift in regional sentiment.
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Georgia and Alabama Citizens Embrace Peace Celebration
State officials and citizens from Georgia and Alabama voice varied opinions about the president while rallying to honor his role as chief executive. Enthusiasm erupts over remarks on Confederate dead as a Spain peace event shifts toward a broader ratification of reconciliation between the North and South.
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South
President McKinley Arrives in Macon Amid Enthusiastic Welcome
President McKinley and party arrived in Macon Georgia at 9 30 am despite bad weather. A large crowd welcomed them as troops under General Wilson passed before the reviewing stand. Mrs McKinley kept to the train due to a cold and the president spoke briefly praising the army. Generals Wheeler Lawton and Wilson gave short talks. General Linton departed for Huntsville Alabama to command camp forces. The party left Macon for Augusta at 11 40 am to continue the tour.
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Explosion on Fanita kills one and scars three
In Havana the steamer Fanita suffered a boiler room explosion early Sunday killing one man and fatally scalding three others. Chief Engineer Geer opened a stop cock sending full steam into defective pipes, wrecking the room. The Fanita had carried munitions but aimed for San Dominican filibusters at Monse Cristi.
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Geer
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Gomez
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