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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1911
Page
11
The Athens Daily Banner outlines subscription rates and payment methods, urges timely delivery complaints, and notes that carriers may not collect payments. It also reports sparse political opinions in Georgia, Ohio, and the Dakotas, plus farm visits to Athens and Nebraska convention mood with Bryan fading from focus.
Democrats claim a partial tariff cut on wool after insurgent Republicans join to back a Senate substitute by La Follette. The measure defeats the Democratic version, will return to the House, and may still see further reductions in conference. Democrats tout their role and plan to campaign on the record next year.
The Washington Herald notes a fresh Underwood boom with Oscar W. Underwood of Alabama praised as a potential vice presidential or national figure. Alabama delegates signal support, citing his record on the Canadian agreement and wool bill, while Clark remains noncommittal amid party maneuvering.
A compilation of editorials questioning Governor Hoke Smith of Georgia and his role as a senator. Various papers mock the idea of a governor serving in the Senate and argue party leaders want him in Congress, noting risks to his career.
Senator Terrell has resigned and his name was struck from the roll by the Jacksonville Times-Union report. The Georgia governor refuses to accept the resignation and contends the seat remains occupied by the deceased official body. The piece cites Roosevelt era political change and a deputy or locum tenens holding.
A collection of editorials questions Hoke Smith, newly elected U S senator from Georgia, delaying qualification to keep the governorship and influence on the Democratic program. They condemn the tactic as inconsistent with the state's wishes and urge swift resolution.
Multiple editorials report Georgia under Hoke Smith as governor and senator, alleging power and patronage abuses. Dismissals of his capacity to represent Georgia fully persist as newspapers from Alabama to South Carolina warn of political ambition eclipsing public service.
Columbus Ledger notes former governor Brown reiterates opposition to long campaigns. He predicts no primary for five months or more and argues a prolonged fight would be unwieldy. The piece refers to his stance as consistent with his past positions.
Commerce News notes Governor Smith may resist direct state votes on US Senate selection. He previously opposed local plebiscites and could favor a uniform rule for the nation, controversially excluding his own state.
Three commissioners would transact the railroad commission of Georgia’s business with no need for a special attorney while the state pays an attorney general. Georgia wastes money without better results.
The Barnesville Gazette argues Hon. Hoke Smith was an inevitable candidate for the United States Senate from his stand point at least and notes his election. It asserts the governor race claims were absolutely false.
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