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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1911
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner lists subscription rates and delivery policies, urges prompt reporting of delivery issues, and states no carrier can collect payments. It notes public figures and local interests, including Taft’s stance on sports, Georgia marble, a planned Waco building, gun-control sentiment, Poultry Association activity, and obituary of puzzle expert Sam Lloyd.
Wisconsin lawmakers pass a resolution condemning Senator Stephenson for supporting Lorimer retention. The piece notes evolving tensions as it claims Black Oklahomans are emigrating to Canada, predicting dissatisfaction among Canadians and African Americans alike.
The U S army officer in charge of cadet inspection praised the showing of the students. Under Mayor J A Atkins direction the university military department is kept up to the highest standard of efficiency.
The piece urges Athens to grow by expanding the Chamber of Commerce to two hundred members, arguing business men should join to boost the city's development. It comments on Mr Bryan seeking influence in Democratic policy while risking party harmony through activism if he dominates Democratic councils.
The Democratic House caucus shows strong unity and resolve to push Canadian reciprocity and a Democratic tariff bill without delay. Leaders push to advance measures before the 1912 election, aiming to steady the party’s course and honor the will of voters.
The writing urges accountability after disasters like the Triangle Shirtwaist fire and the Slocum shipwreck. It argues indictments target neglect but city enforcement failures remain, calling for stronger safety laws and timely action to prevent repeating horrors.
The nation moves toward more interurban electric railways and Georgia plans several lines. Athens sits on the Atlanta and Carolina route from Atlanta to Augusta. Carnesville to Athens was once projected with graded roadways. These lines are seen as profitable, boosting land values and regional business, with Athens urged to back the development for closer connections.
Chronology lists significant events and figures such as Charles XI of Sweden’s death in 1697, Abraham Lincoln’s 1865 death, and Emma Willard’s 1870 death. Also notes appearances like the 1817 opening of the first American asylum for the deaf in Hartford and 1874 New York’s compulsory education law passage, with related birth dates.
John M. Clarke, also known as Dr. John M. Clarke, New York State Geologist, was born in Canandaigua New York on April 15 1857. He studied at Amherst College and the University of Gottingen.
From 1881 to 1884 he taught geology at Smith College and lectured at the Massachusetts State Agricultural College. He later served as geology professor at Rennselaer Polytechnic Institute and as assistant State Geologist of New York. Since 1904 he has been State Geologist and director of the New York State Museum. Last year the International Geological Congress in Stockholm awarded him the Spindharoff prize for his geology and paleontology research.
A New York millionaire Ralph Brandreth of New York ran short of cash in Brussels, was mistaken for a vagabond and jailed before identity could be proven. The report contrasts personal money crises with political disputes over admitting New Mexico and Arizona to the union, with Senators Bailey and Owen opposing statehood unless constitutions are amended.
Louisville Kentucky April 14 Every day adds to the stable count at Churchill Downs for the start of the spring meeting of the Louisville Racing Association. Entries exceed prior records and officials predict a highly successful meeting. About a thousand horses are quartered at the track including top contenders from the southern meetings last winter. Pari mutuel machines will be used again this year with twenty one machines in operation, said to be superior to last year’s.
Columbia Mo April 14 The School of Journalism at the University of Missouri designates the coming week as Journalism Week with editors and journalists from across the country to deliver addresses and discuss newspaper making. The Missouri Press Association will meet during two days of the week. Speakers include Oswald G. Villard Chas H Grasty Lafayette Young B B Herbert D J McAuliffe and Mrs C A Bonfils.
In Milwaukee on April 14 Bernard Minn head of Minn Billiard Manufacturing Company faced a preliminary hearing on a manslaughter charge in the death of Franz Mock and others buried by a collapsing wall at the burned factory. Also notices a clinical promotion for Chamberlains Cough Remedy touting pleasant maple syrup flavor for children.
Montreal April 14 The speediest swimmers of the Dominion enter the Canadian championships to be decided tonight and tomorrow night at the Montreal Athletic Association. Events include 40 100 220 440 yards diving and 160 yard relay for four man teams.
In the Ozark mountains Hiram Scranton of IClay City after five doctors could find no relief from consumption began using Dr King’s New Discovery. He says it saved his life and made him a new man able to work again. It cures lung diseases and coughs and is sold by W. J. Smith & Bro and H. R Palmer & Sons. Trial bottle free, price 50 cents and 1.00.
An inter state convention of retail coal dealers opened at the Planters Hotel in St. Louis today and will continue tomorrow. Prominent representatives from Iowa Kansas Missouri and Nebraska are in attendance.
An old public health advisory notes constipation as a common female ailment and its link to many sicknesses. It urges keeping bowels regular and recommends Chamberlain's Tablets as early relief, claiming they prevent distress and suffering. sold by all dealers.
Harvard University track team of twenty men plus coaches managers and trainers left Cambridge for a southern tour. First training at Johns Hopkins field in Baltimore, with a principal dual meet against the Naval Academy at Annapolis scheduled about a week hence.
The Association of Young Republicans of Missouri prepares a large statewide turnout for a banquet in Kansas City with Gov. Hadley and other prominent party leaders scheduled to speak. The event is set for tomorrow night and arrangements are confirmed through the committee in charge.
New York observed Good Friday with special church services and elaborate music. The stock and other major exchanges remained closed until Monday, while bakers reported a surge in hot cross buns, with several million consumed by New Yorkers over the holiday.
A promotional note claims Foley Kidney Pills provide prompt relief for kidney and bladder disorders and urges readers to buy from all druggists. The simple ad emphasizes effectiveness and accessibility of the product.
Arbor Day was generally observed throughout Oregon today with planting of trees and flowers and special exercises in many public schools and colleges in Salem and across the state.
Mrs. T. B. Kendrick of Rasaca Georgia reports her baby cries for Chamberlains Cough Remedy and calls it the best cough remedy for coughs colds and croup. Sold by all dealers.
Southern Railway schedules list trains for Lula departures and arrivals with times in local format. Officials include Barrier, Freeman, Cary, Hardwick, and Coapman in Washington DC.
Local fraternal lodge notices list Monday and Friday meetings at Castle Hall Max Joseph Building Clayton and Wall streets. Includes visiting Knights invited, with officers named and meeting locations at various lodge quarters and Odd Fellows halls on Clayton street.
Central of Georgia R R trains depart for Macon daily at 7:30 a m and 4:36 p m. Trains arrive from Macon daily at 1:05 p m and 10:20 p m.
Seaboard Air Line schedules list northbound and southbound trains with Athens times. Southern Railway shows arrivals and departures for No 261 217 237 212 240 262 287. Georgia Railroad times partially noted.
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