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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1910
Page
7
The Athens Banner discusses the 1910 census and local civic duties. It notes census timing, urges prompt carrier notifications, and cites political chatter about Taft and Cannon, plus rail upgrades and a court injunction story.
Athens urges the Georgia legislature to appropriate funds at the next session for a Crawford W. Long statue in Statuary Hall Washington. The piece notes Long’s discovery of anesthesia and the recognized honor by others including Alexander H. Stephens and international physicians.
A syndicated critique rebuts a sensational article by Hugh C. Wier alleging extreme murder rates in the United States. The Florida Times Union disputes the statistics, explains homicide versus murder, and notes pattern of misrepresentation and biased conclusions.
President Barrett of the Farmers' Union spoke at the Lutte Rock convention and took occasion to address education issues in his remarks.
The passage argues against opposing agricultural education emphasizing a blend of theory and practice. It defends educators striving for a rounded, scientifically informed program for farmers' sons. The author warns that neglecting book learning undermines the movement and its goals.
April 24 featured notable events and births from 1814 to 1909 including Rear Admiral John Jay Almy born in Newport R I died 1895. Anthony Trollope born 1815 died 1882. 1861 Cairo Illinois occupied by Union troops. 1898 Spain declared war on the United States. 1904 Weland canal bridge opened. 1906 Paul Jones body laid to rest. Also notes on Sir George S Nares born 1831 Arctic explorer and various sports and civic items.
A description notes a princess trained in practical skills under her father’s guidance. She is described as an expert fisherwoman and gun handler, a favorite of her mother, and often seen driving with her siblings, of whom she has five.
A commentary argues rising prices reflect tariff and wage pressures and the wealthier class’s demand for higher priced goods. It notes living standards shift with wealth, households waste kitchen fats, and calls for a new aristocracy of the simple life prioritizing inner pleasure over show.
W Harriman of Burlington Maine says eczema plagued him in the army for years. He credits Bot Becklen’s Arnica Gelva with curing sores ulcers burns cuts wounds and piles after other treatments failed. Available at W J Smith & Bro H B Palmer & Ben’s Far Reel Estate- Ligeseme BC.
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