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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1907
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner lists annual and short term subscription rates for daily and weekly editions with cash in advance, and accepts payments by express, post office money order, or registered letter. It asks subscribers to report late delivery to the business office and notes no carrier may collect subscriptions or sell papers.
The piece urges support for proposed bonds to fund Athens development and new school buildings, noting relief from money stringency via three per cent U S treasury certificates and Panama bonds. It mentions Taft’s reception by Czar Nicholas and the new Atlanta Episcopal Diocese led by Bishop Nelson with strong community backing.
Critics argue the unwritten law did not suit a married woman who acted wrongfully as Senator Brown’s status mattered. Voters in Athens face education funding concerns as tax burdens rise and school bonds are urged to build necessary city schools for children.
Tom Watson remains a reformer unhappy with the outcome while Sen Bacon pushes a Chattanooga to Brunswick government canal. The bill, first offered twelve years ago, marks Bacon as a pioneer in this initiative amid renewed agitation for the project.
A Nebraska paper critiques efforts within the Democratic Party to craft a platform aimed at barring or endorsing William Jennings Bryan. It condemns tactics to weaken Bryan via platform design and argues democrats should focus on public issues rather than targeting a single candidate. The piece questions Bevan and Assan as possible nominees and urges unity to defend party principles.
Aiken’s recall of Ambassador Aoki is examined as a possible peace or war signal between the United States and Japan. The piece argues the move is meant to ease discussion and should not be seen as discontent with current state affairs, noting war talk may arise from naval movements but finds little basis for alarm.
December 6 history notes include Columbus discovering San Domingo and Haiti in 1492, Henry W. Blair born in 1834, Battle of Cawnpore in 1857, Claiborne F. Jackson dying in 1862, U.S. protest of French Mexico occupation in 1865, novelist Anthony Trellope dying in 1882, Henry M. Stanley arriving in Zanzibar in 1889, Senate demand on President Cleveland in 1893, and U.S. treasury high in 1894.
Edward H. Sothern, a well known figure, marks his 48th birthday with local celebrations and congratulations from friends and colleagues. The event underscores his longstanding contributions to the community and theater.
Born in New Orleans on December 6, 1859, the actor was the son of Edward A. Sothern. He grew up in England, debuted at Park Theatre in 1879, and toured with the Boston Museum Stock Company. Returning to the U.S., he worked with John McCullough, acted in New York Lyceum Stock Company from 1887, and starred in plays including Lord Chumley and The Prisoner of Zenda.
Rome Herald reports Hoke Smith has gone to the rivers convention but will not set it on fire.
The Times Enterprise reports Acrimmphal tour as the latest from the railroad commissioners trip. The piece notes the rate started is kept up to the triumph with the complete. it mentions displeasure with the Democratic faction in Alabama and hints at plans for a new party as a response to internal disagreements.
The Augusta Herald notes Bryan cannot win his own state election but could influence the convention, contrasting this with Taft’s weaker showing in his state. The piece suggests Republicans debate Bryan as a candidate and consider the political dynamics ahead.
Journal notes Temple Graves has not been heard from since arriving in New York. Citizens propose a relief party to aid in the search while officials debate funding and oversight. The Rome Herald mentions political maneuvering with Bryan active in Washington and Gordon Lee opposing him.
The piece notes Bryan's potential win could remove him from the lecture circuit, affecting his standing with fellow lecturers, while Roosevelt's defeat might add to the competition. It also mentions Alabama's injunction proof rate laws failing to withstand railroad appeals to Federal Judge Tom Jones.
The congressman introduces a measure to curb federal courts from blocking state enforcement of state laws. Across papers the talk centers on court power and potential political outcomes. Delegates discuss Judge Jones remarks and Bryan’s rising support among Democrats nationwide.
The Atlanta Constitution comments on the Washington waterways convention noting Georgia will gain more clarity about the big waterways after January 1. The piece emphasizes the pending decisions and the potential impact on Georgia’s interests as the new year begins.
A pro business crowd voices distrust of unions and railroad control, arguing owners own property but unions and rail interests tighten rules and profits. The piece contrasts private enterprise with political meddling, asking if a billionaire would invest in Georgia railroads under risky governance. An abrupt drug ad ends the fragment.
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