McKinley declines to umpire 1904 game and Chautauqua opens
The Washington Post notes President McKinley will not consent to umpire the 1904 game. Valdosta’s Chautauqua opens July 1 to 5 with many attractions. Savannah press comments on Cuban and Turkish matters, Georgia Cotton Growers’ Protective Association plans in Macon July 12. Prominent politicians named in a political piece.
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Washington Post
McKinley
Valdosta
Harvie Jordan
Georgia Cotton Growers’ Protective Association
Macon
Quite Another Thing
Flossie and Harry quarrel over a pretend marriage during a tea party game. The pair insist they are playing married, but the dispute centers on Flossie’s cooking and Harry’s criticism as the scene unfolds.
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Flossie
Harry
Philadelphia Evening Bulletin
Pneumonia Proves More Fatal Than Tuberculosis in U S
American Medicine cites New York 1880 1900 pneumonia deaths 56092 vs 50490 tuberculosis and Chicago figures 25228 vs 22957, highlighting pneumonia as the deadlier disease in the period.
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New York
Chicago
Depew Fires First Shot of 1904 Campaign in Chicago
The opening shot of the 1904 campaign came when Depew pulled the lanyard in Chicago and fired a McKinley style fusilade for a third term. The impact reportedly felled Chauncey, with heavier casualties at the breech than the muzzle.
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Depew
Chicago
McKinley
Chauncey
Dowager Empress Plans New Capital and Emperor's Death Rumor
A Shanghai correspondent reports the dowager empress intends to announce the emperor's murder by brigands and that Prince Tuan's son will seize the throne upon Kal. Fong Fa Honan. She plans a new capital at Kai Fong Fa linked by railway to Nankin. Window glass prices rise amid taxes seen as extortion.
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London Globe
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Fong Fa Honan
Prince Tuan
Kai Fong Fa
Nankin
The South A Showing By McCord on Nominating a Southern President
Lars D. McCord argues in a Tennessee article that the South has not produced a president or vice president in decades, has only limited cabinet and department offices, and remains largely excluded from federal benefits. He urges restoration of equal opportunities for wealth and growth.
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Lars D. McCord
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Sermon Praises Grover Cleveland For Doing Right
Rev. Dr. Wilton Merie Smith of Central Presbyterian Church Washington recounts meeting Grover Cleveland in Lakewood in 1891 and Washington before his second inauguration. The preacher recalls Cleveland’s pledge to do right for right’s sake despite political pressure and personal cost.
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Central Presbyterian Church
Washington, D. C
Grover. Cleveland
Lakewood
Washington
Pine Tree Brigade to Hold Reunion at Brunswick
The Georgia Division U. C. V. Pine Tree Brigade led by General Peter McGlashan will reunite in Brunswick on July 17. The event honors veterans who served four years with the Confederate cause and are invited to Brunswick to welcome the remaining relics of the war.
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Philadelphia
Morning News
Georgia
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Brunswick
R. C. Little
Cairo
Roddenberg
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T.N. Hopkins
FL A. Seward
Said County
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W.M. Jones
Thomas H. Hesters
B. D. Jenks
Thonmras
M. A. Fleetwood
Amy Royal
Allersons
W. M. Jones
Thomas County
L.b.f.johnson
Owen Glenn
Court of Ordinary
Sait
Jones
Cleveland denies third term bid in Chronicle interview
Grover Cleveland, in a Wednesday interview with the St. Louis Chronicle, rejected rumors of a third term pursuit. He said he remains a private in the Democratic ranks, free to speak, while continuing to work among the party rank and file.
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Grover
Cleveland
William McKinley
New England Magazine
Ag. CA
Prompted Debate on Hell Sparks Press and Pulpit Interest
A fragment notes that discussions of hell are widespread in the press and among prominent preachers. It suggests wider knowledge will come with time as commentary mounts.
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Hell
Southern heritage lauded in Alumni address at Athens
Judge Emory Speer delivers a flowing oration to the Alumni Association of the State University at Athens praising the souths role in American history. He cites southern leaders from Jefferson to Forsyth and Monroe doctrine authorship, recounting Civil War figures and battles as emblematic of enduring national strength.
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Atlanta Journal launches broad industrial campaign led by Loyless
The Atlanta Journal announces a wide industrial campaign to cover Georgia and southern states. Thomas W. Loyless will oversee the effort focusing on solid facts and regional resources, highlighting Georgia coal iron steel marble oil fruit lands and timber while stressing home industries and local profits.
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W Layless
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Georgia
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The War Tax to Expire on July First
A historic tax cut ends on July first reducing or removing stamps for many financial and legal documents. The measure relieves citizens from stamping bank checks money orders receipts and various certificates while lowering taxes on real estate conveyances tickets cigars and other goods.
Governor Candler Mentions Manner of Conveying Meaning
Editor Rainey of the Dawson News comments on Governor Candler and propriety in selecting language to convey his intended meaning. The note reflects editorial perspective on public rhetoric and proper tone in official discourse.
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Dawson News
Candlerment
Iéto
Revival baptisms fill Anniston church with 360 additions
In Anniston Alabama Rev Joho E Barnard pastor of First Baptist Church conducted a large revival that lasted 36 days. About 500 converts were reported with 360 additions to the church. 200 candidates were baptized Sunday at a rate of seven every two minutes. Some could not attend due to illness while others were prevented by other causes.
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First Baptist
Anniston
Hundeda
First Baptist Church
Senator Depew Retires From Third Term Propaganda Post
Senator Depew retires from the role of advance agent for third term propaganda, marking the end of his official duties in that position.
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Depew
Dark horse rumor in Republican stables for 1904 race
A fragment hints at an unnamed Republican candidate who may emerge as a surprise challenger in the 1904 political scene. The text suggests a concealed contender unlikely to "neigh" loudly in public view.
Easterlin Bros Grow Record Cantaloupe Acreage in Florida
The Easterlin brothers at Martin Florida plant half acre? No, .5 at Martin Florida? They hold about one thousand acres of cantaloupes this year, the largest acreage perhaps in the south.
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Easterlin Bros
Martin
Fla
Cantaloupes
Albany Opens Hay Day Street Carnival November
Albany hosts Hay Day Street Carnival opening November 19 with organizers confident of a successful event. Local residents anticipate a lively celebration featuring local businesses and entertainment.
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Albany
Notable Athens speech urged independence and unity
The address praised expansion theory and urged southern voters to be more independent of party. It warned that English speaking people should stand shoulder to shoulder and described Russia as a danger and power.
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Dadge Speer
Athens
Raesia
Reflections of a Bachelor on Love and Matrimony
A New York press humorous remark argues men deserve living and women loving. It notes a pretty woman gains windless skirts versus a homely woman and jokes about a hypothetical preface for How You Enjoy Matrimony.
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New York
Navy urged Latin medal for Matanzas mule in bas relief
The Memphis Commercial Appeal quotes a suggestion to Admiral Sampson. If the navy avoids confusing Santiago with Matanzas, present a medal to honor a Matanzas mule depicted in bas relief with the inscription Sic transit gloria asini.
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Matanzas
Sampson
State Fair Dates Set With Possible Extension
The State Fair opens November 6 and runs at least ten days through November 16. A premium list and prospectus will note the dates but say the duration may be extended if patronage and interest warrant it.
Comic Dialogues and Jests From Early 20th Century Papers
A collection of humorous exchanges and witticisms cited from various newspapers. The snippets poke fun at work gender pay gaps romantic refusals medical bills and clock humor, reflecting light social commentary and period banter.
Tariff Reform Debate Spurs Public Demand
Public discussion grows over revising the Dingley tariff as calls for reform rise while opponents resist changes. Observers say tariff action depends on voter pressure and political will.
Summer Tourist Rates Reach Seashore and Mountains
Summer tourist rates via the Plant System now apply to all seashore and mountain resorts including Atlantic Beach Tybee and Western North Carolina. Double daily scheduling with through car service and steamship connections via Savannah to New York Boston and Baltimore. Week end rates to Atlantic Beach and Tybee are very cheap, sold Saturdays with return by Monday, via Plant System agents or R L Todd Div Pass Agent Montgomery Ala.
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New York
Boston
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Menteomeey Ala
Pohick Town Faces Unclear Leadership In Effort To Organize
A local effort to reorganize Pohick to boost art and literature stalled as outsiders debated leadership. Despite patriotic fervor, group members refused to defer to a single boss, leaving the town without a formal reorganization to date.
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County Reports Mixed Crop Outlook After Heavy Rains
Heavy rains damaged cotton, corn, cane and millet while peach and berry crops remained good in county reports. Local growers assess impacts and anticipate relief in coming weeks.
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