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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1905
Page
2
The Athens Banner includes notices on delivery and subscription policies, remarks on editor George Foster Peabody, and reports on public figures and events. It covers Stephen Collins Foster memorial efforts, the Osborne Morris dispute, Georgia State Normal School fundraising, 1908 Presidential prospects, Breathitt County feuds, impeachment talk involving Judge Pardee, Stoessel and Port Arthur commentary, and Boer war reflections.
The piece surveys China hiring Japanese officers to drill troops as it shifts from passive to active military buildup influenced by Japan’s successes against Russia. It warns of global risk if China asserts strength and aims for world power, amid American interest in Missouri senatorial politics and other regional issues. The column also previews Illinois political tension under Gov. Deneen and local Athens road subscriptions, concluding with local chatter and a light joke exchange.
In demand medicine claims to meet modern requirements for blood and system cleansing. Dr King s New Life Pills marketed as a cure for stomach and liver troubles. Available at W J Smith & Bro and H R Palmer & Sons drug stores for 26 cents with a guarantee.
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