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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1914
Page
4
Readers are warned no carrier can collect subscriptions or sell papers. The column rants about Mexican affairs, Georgia politics, and Athens civic pride, noting support for Henry Grady house preservation, farm gospel by Len Broughton, and a growing interest in political announcements in newspapers.
An editorial notes how U S actions in Mexico raise questions of national honor. It cites protests over marines arrested in Tampico and the demand for an apology and a flag salute. It argues against war over salute disputes while urging careful assessment of U S rights.
The piece argues the Panama canal tolls issue should be judged by right not treaty. It faults selective benefits to shippers, warns against government discrimination, and states a subsidy is a subsidy regardless of who gains. It emphasizes universal impartiality and moral principle over class interests.
The Industrial Index notes 42 new Georgia and Southeast ventures this week with 716 050 in minimum capital. Projects include a $1 million Miami residence, $62 000 county road bonds, school buildings, two county courthouses, a $250 000 cotton seed oil mill in Augusta, and multiple capital investments and construction across Florida and Georgia.
A fragment hints at guiding children to craft tangible finished items rather than incomplete projects. The note emphasizes hands on creation and practical results for young learners.
Chicago, April 15. Charles W. Holman warns that 2.25 million tenant farmers in 25 key states face a rising landlord class, a looming national land question, and a need for cooperative non profit marketing to secure fair prices. He urges formation of centralized credit worthy co operatives with open accounting and district selling agencies to stabilize markets and raise land values.
The article argues consumers gain from the cooperative movement through organized big purchasing power and a federation of selling associations. It asserts the consumer must become his own jobber before farmers’ associations readily trade. A separate item quotes a judge questioning a defendant about violence and the defendant replying that the injury left the other man noncommittal after the strike.
A long list of Clarke County residents announce candidacies for local offices including tax collector sheriff clerk superior court treasurer tax receiver coroner surveyor and representative. Names include W N Mallory H B Linton J H Hancock W E Jackson Elmer J Crawford E J Smith J H Dorsey G Greer C N Weatherly J W McIntyre Ben H Barrow A S J Stovall H Arnold Jr J F Rhodes Joseph M Hodgson Robert L Bramblett J L McLeroy J C Brown. Campaigns are stated as subject to Democratic primary or party action with several seeking reelection.
The Dayton Art Portrayal Co advertises a limited edition set of art panels by French and other artists. Poses are finished with phototone process on heavy art paper, 7x10 inches, hand colored. Free 15x18 picture with order. Entire set of 12 or more different pictures offered postpaid for 1.25. Money back guarantee.
Washington April 15 Joseph W Folk chief counsel of the Interstate Commerce Commission said he will begin criminal proceedings tomorrow against witnesses in the New Haven investigation who last week refused to disclose the Pullard company operations involved in alleged diversion of millions in New Haven securities. Witnesses are connected with the New Haven and subsidiary concerns.
Mothers urged to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective remedy for upset stomachs and constipation in children and adults. The ad touts quick relief, recommends a 50-cent bottle, warns against counterfeit products, and notes directions are on the bottle.
Washington April 15 officials say passenger rates on all interstate railroads will adjust May 1 under the long and short haul rule. The changes, per new tariffs, are estimated to produce about 9 percent reductions and 5 percent increases across routes. GROVE'S TASTELESS CHILL TONIC advertised for malaria and blood building.
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