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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1911
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner lists yearly and short-term rates and payment methods. It directs subscribers to report delivery issues promptly to the business office and notes a special notice urging subscribers to sell papers under any circumstances and to pay via regular collector or at the office.
Amanta faces locker club issues amid alleged mismanagement and gossip. Annette Kellermann urges outdoor exercise for women to stay healthy and attractive. Democratic insurgents dominate New York legislative talks. The Stripling pardon case goes before the prison commission on April 6. Public interest grows in Georgia pardon petitions and corn culture boasts from Quitman. Willard of New York lambasts the South annually on race, while Senator Ter Fell resists predictions and eyes re election. Pennsylvania Democrats weigh trial outcomes as extra sessions loom. Lorimer’s bribery ties cast doubt on Senate integrity. Mitchell faces pressure from the United Workers and a Civic Federation dispute amid union tensions.
The Athens city growth has outpaced school space as rapid population rise and inbound families swell enrollments. Despite a fifty thousand dollar bond issue for new buildings, floor area remains tight while schools show improving performance and graduates gain strong college standings.
An analysis of Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg remarks in the Reichstag shows Germany dismissing universal peace and arbitration as impractical. He argues no workable disarmament standard exists and war may be used to defend national honor. The piece notes Taft's peace proposals but emphasizes Germany’s stance and the need for change before lasting world peace.
The government plans to acquire lands across Habersham and White counties in Georgia to preserve forests and water powers. It invites owners to submit proposals, will avoid overpriced land, and may buy land with timber or mineral rights reserved. The Tallulah Falls area is included to protect scenery from commercial development.
April 1 marks historical events and birthdays including William Harvey and Edmond Rostand born on this date. The note lists milestones from 1657 to 1909, mentions Royalties, battles, tariffs, and notable figures while cataloging food items and ads interwoven in a dated newspaper fragment.
Grain and cotton market data from Athens show Middling prices and weekly figures. A lengthy notes section covers politics and politicians, highlighting prohibition trends, candidate moves, and historical patterns around speakers and presidential bids.
Community notices list Vernon Lodge No.22 F and A M every Thursday at Masonic Hall Clayton Street with officers named. Also Keystone Chapter No.1 Royal Arch Masons meets monthly. Knights of Pythias St Elmo Lodge No.40 meets Mondays at Castle Hall. Other lodges meet Fridays and Tuesdays. visiting brothers invited. Train schedules for Central of Georgia, Seaboard Air Line, Southern Railway, and Georgia Railroad give departure and arrival times in Athens city time.
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