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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1908
Page
6
The Athens Daily Banner discusses subscription rates and delivery issues, warns carriers not to collect payments, and urges readers to report late or missing deliveries. It notes sleet and cold weather effects, educational train progress, and calls for underground wiring. It critiques Prohibition debates, party politics, and the Athens Chamber of Commerce’s membership and activity.
The piece argues that William J. Bryan is likely to be the Democratic nominee and could be a formidable challenger to Republicans. It notes Bryan’s vast following, relentless campaigning, and the GOP’s weak standing amid economic panic. It warns Republicans to anticipate a tough contest driven by Bryan’s agitation and proven public appeal. Also reports Georgia road work. Clarke county macadamized roads praised as model for the region.
A readout of feature items in the March issue listing novels and short stories by Bertrand W. Sinclair George Bronson Howard William MacLeod Raine Francis Metcalf W. B. M. Ferguson T Jenkins Hains B M Bower A M Chisholm J Kenilworth Egerton Charles K. Moser Fred M. White Theodore Roberts Scott Campbell.
Book notice for Baldwin's Another Fairy Reader by James Baldwin. Cloth L2mo, 192 pages, with illustrations, 35 cents. American Book Company editions in New York Cincinnati and Chicago. Aimed at middle and lower primary classes, stories from various sources teach kindness cheerfulness helpfulness and courage in charming Dr Baldwin style. Also noted is Foley's Honey and Tar for la grippe coughs claimed to stop coughing heal lungs and prevent pneumonia with no harmful drugs. yellow package.
On February 12 dates span from 1663 with the birth of Cotton Mather to 1884 Alice Roosevelt Longworth birth, and 1809 Abraham Lincoln birth. Notable events include James Oglethorpe’s Savannah project in 1733, John Adams becoming American ambassador to France in 1778, Henry Clay’s 1833 tariff act, and gold discovery in Australia in 1851. Lincoln’s birth is noted with later holiday recognition.
George Meredith the renowned poet and novelist marks his 80th birthday in England today. Born February 12, 1828 in Hampshire, he studied in Germany, pursued law briefly, then turned to literature. He published numerous novels and poems, becoming a leading figure in English fiction and a longtime Home Rule advocate who now enjoys retirement in Surrey.
This piece traces cod liver oil history from early 17th century suspicions to the development of Vinol. It credits Morgues and Gautier for perfecting an extractive process that removes the nauseating oil and concentrates medicinal elements, aided by Peptonate of Iron for pulmonary and wasting diseases. Athens Druggists H. R. Palmer & Sons offer a money back guarantee.
State affairs notes expose friction between Governor Smith and the Supreme Court over reform agendas. Georgia papers question ballots, disfranchisement, and party loyalties amid talks of primaries and Senate races. Reports cite Hoke Smith, Steve Clay, Watson, and local option stances with mixed editorial opinions.
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