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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1912
Page
4
A scattered column reviews topics from animal cruelty laws in Georgia to state politics in Atlanta. It notes wage changes, tax debates, the Bull Moose movement, and local rail and agricultural efforts while weaving in poems, theatrical notes, and comments on legislative figures. The piece comments on taxation, farming, and landscape developments.
A passionate appeal to legislators demands immediate action on tax equalization in Georgia. The speaker accuses lawmakers of cutting state revenue, balking on sessions, raising their own pay, and failing to address equitable taxation for all property owners. The call is for honesty and a square deal in government finances.
A British peer Sir Roger Casement reports brutal abuses by rubber concessionaires in Peru. Natives flogged to death beaten starved and tortured to boost company dividends, with the Peruvian government unable to intervene. Christian missionaries struggle to aid communities under these conditions.
July 27 marks Robespierre’s fall in 1794 ending the Reign of Terror and later sieges and deaths. John R Freeman born July 27 1855, noted water power expert. honors to Ollie M James Oscar of Prussia Langrt and Albert Langrt on their birthdays.
A collection of verse and quips by D G Bickers including reflections on life at the field of life and a political aside about candidates and Roosevelt. Ludic and local verse labeled Mount Yonah and Athens Georgia tone.
Southern results include Birmingham 6 over Atlanta 3, Memphis 0 over Mobile 1, Montgomery 9 over Chattanooga 7, Nashville 6 over, New Orleans 7 over. South Atlantic sees Albany 6 over Macon 3 and Columbus 12 over Columbia 2. Jacksonville Savannah postponed. National reports Cincinnati 4 over Brooklyn 9 and Chicago 4 over New York 3. St Louis Boston no game. American schedules empty.
News from the bedside of Bert Michael in Atlanta states he had the best day since being carried there though his condition remains precarious. The report notes he was considered better yesterday despite ongoing critical status.
Oconee county superior court adjourned with two notable local cases. Henry Jordan, a Negro, was found guilty of murder in the killing of Henry Phelps at an all day religious gathering and received a life sentence after a possible plea for fifteen years was considered. The trial stretched to two in the morning amid extreme heat, prompting jurors to remove coats as judge Thomas advised. Pope Jackson defended, Solicitor Walker prosecuted.
A gold open face watch with a chain and double dial, medium size, bearing an Old English M on the back was lost at Seaboard depot on Wednesday July 17. Finder should notify Rev. D. Roy Mathews, Watkinsville Ga R F D 3, to claim a reward.
An advertisement praises Old Fashion Pound Cake from Arnold & Abney and notes Mr. Watson choosing a good cake. The writer discusses a legal issue over land valuation across county lines and Savannah pushing the Brinson railroad extension to Athens linking with Gainesville Midland, with possible city aid.
In Waukegan Illinois on July 26 the Zion City Tabernacle used a barrel for offerings. Deacons reported the barrel contained $7,500 after 5,000 worshippers passed it.
The Georgia House weighs a DeFore bill to cap annual appropriations at the previous year’s revenue amid debt concerns. Debate over a $50,000 Athens State Normal School building stalls. Tippins measure moves toward governors review with veto expectations. Youthful energy clash over early sessions and long days signals a push for tighter economy as the state nears a $600,000 treasury balance.
A camp mystery unfolds as a fair visitor’s white pumps vanish after a stormy night. After a thorough search a supposedly sedate married man is found with the shoes in a cracker box, who denies the accusation but hints it may be a setup. Also noted, Robert P. Hooper names J. B. Ritchie as AAA South America rep and Richard Bennett joins the Liebler Company for next season.
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