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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1912
Page
4
The piece rootes for the Democrats while criticizing Republicans, cites Georgia banking and school laws, and argues for an insurance commissioner. It notes public interest in Theodore Roosevelt, public life, and calls for reform through expert, experienced officials and a statewide modernization effort. The writer stresses practical governance and accountability.
The piece analyzes Teddy Roosevelt's shifting stance on a third presidential term. It argues he may backtrack his promise not to seek another nomination and notes the likely Republican Taft nomination and Democratic views. It predicts strong public reaction and a possible Roosevelt bid despite earlier assurances.
The Norfolk Virginian Pilot argues Bryan essays to inject another issue into the campaign and criticizes his tactics. It contrasts Underwood’s restraint with Bryan’s persistent bid to sideline the tariff, urging Democrats to accept present ruin rather than follow Bryan’s lead into renewed conflict with protectionist suspicions.
Miss Warring's songs grow in popularity at the Lyric with “Down Where the River Shannon Flows” praised as tender. Tonight she performs “Night and Day” with shows from 3:45 to 5 and 7:30 to 10:30, followed by two reels of pictures.
The Daily Blast under editor Geo. Goodale returns with sensational news. The notice seeks furnished room and board or room only in a private family setting for a young couple. contact Mr. O'Neill at the Georgian Hotel.
February 29 events include Montcalm birth in 1712 and death in 1759, Possini birth in 1792 and death in 1868, Gaines attack in 1836, Armistice talks in 1848, Tuscany vote 1860, Disraeli premiership 1868, suffrage convention 1872, St Cothard tunnel 1880, Bering Sea treaty 1892, B&O receiver 1896, and Datto Moros clash 1904.
The interior of the Egyptian Government is noted. Congratulations go to William Drummond Hogg a benches of the Law Society of Upper Canada and leader of the Canadian bar who turns 64. Rear Admiral French E Chadwick USN retired turns 68. Frank Gavan Duffy famed Australian lawyer and Melbourne University lecturer turns 60.
A Chicago woman credits Grape-Nuts with ending her doctor habit. She reports five years without a physician, improved digestion headaches and nervousness, and says Grape-Nuts aided both her and her husband in night work meals. The Postum Co. is named and a plug for The Road to Wellville is noted.
Captain Cuthbert James born February 29, 1872, son of the second Lord Northbourne, prominent colonial administrator. He studied at Oxford, joined the British army in 1894, then the Egyptian Army in 1899, and played a key role in the White Nile expedition and Sudan Government posts through 1900.
Miss Claire Anderson hosted a refined party at her parents home in Commerce on Monday evening assisted by Mrs E B Anderson L G Hardman and Mrs Young Johnson. Guests played a progressive heart dice partner search and later enjoyed a salad course with fruit sandwiches pickles and grape juice. Attendees included Miss Cliff Daughtery Earle Hardman Lyllian Pittman Norine Cooper Esteller Harber Lydia Nix Kate Smith Claire Anderson and several gentlemen.
Readers are urged to order a one year subscription to Uncle Remus Home Magazine and a six month subscription to The Daily Banner for a total of $2.60. The ad invites prompt payment and submission of orders.
Mrs. S. W. Bailey of McCreary Kentucky suffered a severe la grippe that turned into bronchitis with coughing and sleepless nights. One bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar Compound provided relief and led to a permanent cure according to the advertisement. For sale by dealers. The message also urges Democrats and patriots to unite for a safe and sane campaign for victory.
After three days of quietness the Majestic resumes vaudeville today with COL VIN HYPNOTIC CO an eight person act. The company is highly recommended and a wire from Atlanta says they will pack the theatre for the remainder of the week. See them today tomorrow or Saturday.
Local grocery listing promotes new Iridh potatoes and white squashes from Arnold and Abner with prices and availability.
Athens markets show firmness with mid price at 1073 and a shift to 11 cents. Weather remains clear and cool, possibly influencing trading mood and day’s activity.
An advertisement warns that cold weather harms kidneys causing congestion and weakness potentially leading to serious trouble such as Brights disease. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills as a tonic to strengthen kidneys and relieve pain and soreness, with a Chamberlains Liniment flannel remedy as an effective aid.
Regular meetings announce Mt Vernon Lodge No.22 F and A M meet Thursdays at Masonic Hall Clayton St. Keystone Chapter No.1 Royal Arch Masons meet third Tuesday 8 pm Max Joseph building. Bt Elmo Lodge No.40 Knights of Pythias meets Mondays 8 36 pm Castle Hall Max Joseph building. Athens B P O E No.790 meets Wednesdays 8 pm Broad and Lumpkin. Williams Lodge No.15 I O O G meets Mondays Ode Fellows Hall. Order of Owls Athens Nest No.1460 meets Fridays 8 30 pm Owl's Nest Clayton St. Oliver Encampment No.14 meets Fridays Odd Fellows Hall Clayton St. Glenn Lodge No.75 J O O F meets Tuesdays Odd Fellows Hall Clayton and Jackson. Woodmen of the World Geo B. Davis Camp meets Wednesdays Woodmen Hall Clayton St. first and third general business. second and fourth degree drill. J D Severn C C and John Mappin Clerk.
Central of Georgia and Southern Railway timetables for Athens Georgia list city time departures arrivals and connections. The Georgia Railroad and Gainesville Midland add arrivals departures with daily and Sunday variations and note northbound limits for some trains.
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