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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1912
Page
4
Remittance methods and carrier rules appear amid a column of notes on Athens park plans housing demand and local politics. The piece references rain, play grounds, the Tippins bill, and weather trends in Georgia capital while noting automobile ordinance violations and safety concerns.
The University of Georgia reports its summer school this year as the most successful yet with more work accomplished than before. Superintendent Dr Wooster and a capable corps of assistants deserve praise for the term of 1912.
The article condemns the legislative term for inaction and urges lawmakers to redouble efforts in the remaining days. It calls for a broad tax equalization plan that fairly spreads the burden across city and country properties and ensures honest tax returns, aiming to elevate the legislature to a record-setting standard.
New York July 25 report tells of Franz Sirle 24 who shot himself after flipping a coin to decide life or death. The piece argues life is purposeful not a gamble and urges readers to find a personal aim, nurture it, and use it for good rather than self destructive acts.
A chronicle of historic events and notable figures linked to July 25, including deaths of Urian Oakes and Gen. Henry Knox, battles near Niagara Falls, political actions, and recognitions. Also notes letters from readers seeking help locating relatives and a language aside about grammar.
John K Tener born July 25 1868 in County Tyrone Ireland. He moved to America at age nine and grew up in Pittsburgh receiving public school education. He began as a mercantile clerk before turning to professional baseball. Tener later settled in Charleroi Pennsylvania and built a successful merchant and banking career. In 1909 he was elected to con-
A quirky unpunctuated column by D G Bickers echoes with quips about industry and progress. It mocks lofty phrases while noting everyday life, consumer goods, and social manners, finally urging act well your part as wisdom and deeds build honor.
Atlanta reports predicted failure for capitol removal advocates as rules committee avoids the bill and no final action is seen this session. Macon interests push the issue despite the delay. Also a medical ad urges daily outdoor activity and Chamberlain's Tablets for health.
Leaders of the Roosevelt movement schedule a Maryland state convention in Baltimore to select delegates for the Chicago gathering. The article notes bids for furniture at the State Normal School in Athens Georgia and mentions the Postum beverage processing development by its makers.
Fragment notes Senate rivalries with Lodge as a central figure. Senator Bacon praises Lodge as a vigilant defender of the constitution, noting his respect and effectiveness as a public servant whose addresses are described as a strong weapon for constitutional safeguards.
The Boston Record extols Senator A. O. Bacon of Georgia as a pillar of the senate, highlighting his ideals and standards for a southern statesman. The piece contrasts him with Senators Tillman and Martin, noting Bacon's prominence in foreign relations.
An OCR fragment presents monthly figures for July through January showing multiple rate columns. The data lists several decimal numbers per month likely representing financial or commodity values, with minor inconsistencies and a stray symbol in January. The snippet suggests a ledger of exchange or price data rather than a narrative.
Atlanta July 24 One bill before the senate third reading aims to create a state auditor with a 2500 dollar salary. The governor appoints the auditor, the senate confirms, bonds set at 10000 dollars, and duties cover auditing all state fiscal affairs.
Clarke County notices all persons holding demands against the estate of T. W. Wallace deceased to present claims for payment and those indebted to the estate to pay the undersigned Rosa Wallace executrix.
Elberton Ga July 24 James Phelps a U S Army soldier from Elbert county died at Honolulu about two weeks ago. Telegram to his father Mr J J Phelps gave no details. Government will ship the body to Elberton for interment. Remains reached San Francisco and are awaited there for arrival in Elberton. Mr Phelps is a well known farmer of the county’s lower part.
Preparations complete for the seventh annual Michigan State Golf league tournament at the Detroit Golf Club starting tomorrow and running through the week. The event showcases Michigan amateur competition on the links.
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