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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1908
Page
7
The Athens Daily Banner discusses political races and civic matters as well as ongoing public concerns. It urges caution about election processes, notes the popularity of the chamber of commerce, and advocates for truthful inscription about Major Wirz at Andersonville while urging gentler phrasing to tell the truth.
The State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts plans a 35 day train tour through Georgia to demonstrate farming methods and lecture farmers. Officials say it will reach about 250000 people, with the aim that each attendee leaves with at least one actionable idea to improve agriculture. The Banner endorses the movement and urges widespread participation at each stop.
On February 9 history marks several births and deaths, battles, and political milestones. Notable items include Frederick II of Denmark’s death in 1670, William King born in 1768 as Maine’s first governor, the 1814 American Constitution ship Constellation defeating the French frigate L insur Bente, and Robert E. Lee becoming Confederate commander in 1865. The era also notes the 1870 establishment of the U S Signal Bureau and the 1841 union of Upper and Lower Canada.
A concise timeline notes key historical moments tied to February 10. From Cortez’s 1519 Cuba departure to invade Mexico to Montesquieu’s death in 1755, and various events through the 19th century including treaties and notable births and deaths such as Ira Remsen and Reverdy Johnson. The entry blends dates, places, and figures reflecting a day‑by‑day historical record.
Field Marshal Sir Evelyn Wood, famed British soldier born February 9, 1838 in Rainham Essex, pursued a war career after initial Navy interest. Fought in Crimea enduring wounds while aiding the Redan assault and earned multiple dispatches and Victoria Cross considerations before service in the Indian Mutiny.
The passage notes Sir Evelyn’s long service from Crimean War days through subsequent campaigns. It mentions his roles in the Indian campaign, Nile expedition, and Ashantee, Kaffir, Zulu, and Transvaal wars, highlighting his presence in major theaters where British forces were active. An opened parcel in the War Office leads to a tale of his rise.
James O Davison native of Norway born February 10 1854 emigrated to America at nineteen and settled in Crawford county Wisconsin. He built a general store and rose to prominence in politics serving as state treasurer and in 1904 becoming lieutenant governor. He succeeded as governor in 1905 and won a second term in 1906 under the Republican ticket.
Newspaper clippings from Savannah Press Quitman Advertiser Brunswick News and others discuss Georgia figures Seab Wright Tom Watson Hoke Smith and Steve Clay as potential Senate candidates. They note Clay's influence and Smith's withdrawal shaping the race amid media chatter and local reactions.
A sermon-like piece urges finding opportunity in everyday life. It compares missed chances to sailors dying of thirst while water lies nearby in familiar shores, urging readers to “get out your bucket” and seek success in daily tasks and homes.
Mrs John Engleheardt of Gera Michigan recalls her two year old daughter suffering croup after a bad cold. She credits Chamberlains Cough Remedy with saving the childs life saying she dosed the child every ten minutes and the phlegm was expelled. She also notes another child cured similarly and lists distributors in Warren Smith and Bro LP Athens McBroy Orr Drag Co.
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