The Background
In June 1899, The Atlanta Constitution launched “The Constitution‘s Home Study Circle”, consisting of long-form printed lectures on a variety of subjects, with the promise of “instruction and general culture for those who make the most of its benefits”.
Upon announcement of the program, G.L. Norrman wrote the Constitution to express his tentative approval, as seen in this letter “From Mr. G.L. Norrman.”, published on June 8, 1899.
Norrman’s remarks:
‘The “Home Study Circle” is on the right line. I am not familiar with the details of your plan, but a glance at your course of free lessons for your readers convinces me that they will be of great value to those who will give them proper attention. Education and culture cannot be purchased in job lots, nor picked up in the road, but some systems and methods are easier and more attractive than others, and I think that your scheme of popular instruction is a good one, and will be appreciate by hosts of old and new readers.’
Very sincerely,
G.L. NORRMAN2