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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1913
Page
4
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The piece argues yearly floods cause massive property loss and deaths in the Mississippi Valley. It urges larger levee construction funded by states and national government, claiming long term savings and economic protection for the river's commerce.
Governor Johnson of California argues the state will enact anti alien land laws within its rights and without violating treaties. He cites other states with similar laws and says federal intervention is unnecessary to curb perceived discrimination against Japanese.
The New York Herald backs Oscar W. Underwood for the 1916 Democratic presidential nomination arguing the Baltimore platform and tariff reform leave him as the party’s strongest candidate. It says the push will hinge on tariff legislation and notes Underwood will continue backing Wilson to ensure a successful administration.
A national school reform movement emerges from criticism of current public education. Experts urge shifting away from rigid algebra and toward vocational training, trade and agricultural schooling, and personal hygiene to fit students to their chosen life paths.
Market notes list cotton futures across months from January to December with fluctuating quotes. Several contract pairs like April May and June July show mismatched bid and ask levels, reflecting tentative demand and supply expectations.
The cotton oil market shows mixed spot and futures quotes with front month April trading around 7.07 to 7.12, May near 7.06 to 7.10, and August around 7.14 to 7.15. September and October prices sit near 7.13 and 6.87 to 6.90 respectively.
April 23 marks births and deaths of notable figures: Shakespeare born 1564 died 1616. Connecticut charter 1662. James Buchanan born 1791. Stephen A Douglas born 1813. James Anthony Froude 1818. Bazin and other clergy deaths. first Canadian postage issue. Carnegie donation to Tuskegee 1903. Irish National Convention backs Home Rule bill in 1912.
Alfred B Beers born April 23 1845 at New Rochelle New York later moved to Bridgeport Connecticut. He served as city attorney judge and Union soldier in the Sixth Connecticut Volunteers and fought at Port Hudson Fort Wagner and Charleston before discharge in 1865. He later led the G A R in Connecticut and nationally.
Chauncey M. Depew and W. Murray Crane celebrate ages in their 70s and teens respectively. Elmer B. Bryan and L. F. Loree reach mid to upper 50s and 60s. Frederic C. Penfield and Francis Lynde Stetson turn late 50s to 60s. Arthur Hadley and Thomas Nelson Page reach their late 50s and 60s, while Frederic Villiers, a war artist, marks 61.
An advertisement from Talmage Hardware Co. warns that waiting to paint increases costs by about ten percent, with estimates around 2.50 extra on a 3000 square foot job. It notes paint and oil supply shifts may ease some price pressure next year and encourages immediate painting with Devoe brand products.
A ball game at Sanford Field yesterday drew about 2 000 fans as the Athens Athletics defeated Atlanta Baptist College 6 to 0. The report notes strong turnout and thanks many local supporters who attended.
The writer critiques librarian culture for clinging to literary ideals and classical references while ignoring current practical needs. He argues libraries should present up to date information and support utilitarian work alongside spirituality and culture without dismissing bread and butter concerns.
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