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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1912
Page
4
The piece argues joining the Athens Chamber of Commerce benefits the city through cooperation. It notes private donations aid the state worth school more than official appropriations and urges active participation to improve Athens and public schools.
The piece argues government focus should extend beyond livestock and crops to child welfare and population quality. It cites Georgia’s health board praise for plain language guidance while urging state licensing of parents to ensure physical and mental fitness, citing MAX JUKES and JONATHAN EDWARDS as stark contrasts in descendants and contributions.
A historical editorial argues the U S electoral system risks future crises like 1876. It notes a possible house vote tie, third parties altering electoral outcomes, and calls for constitutional change to avoid future conflict. References to Roosevelt Taft electors and a looming Supreme Court decision are mentioned.
The piece argues the United States finances and constructs the Panama canal and should set tolls. It questions who supplies the energy, skill, design, and risk, comparing the canal to a cost borne by the drayman and urging Congress to let the people pay for and run the project.
The article argues that Canada will decide canal tolls, not England, and warns the railroads control could turn the canal into a railroad adjunct. It notes England is not a real party, while railroads push to run the canal to fit their trade interests and Hay Pauncefote concerns.
A round of party actions and reform ideas from 1868 to 1912 appears in brief form. Governors seek further terms, conventions plan, and primaries shape ballots as states weigh prohibition and party leadership changes. Several prominent figures are named in nomination talks and senate prospects.
A list of historical events and birthdays dated July 31 including Columbus in 1498 discovering Trinidad, Loyola’s death in 1556, Wolfe at Quebec in 1759, Lafayette’s rise in 1777, and notable figures born or honored such as John Ericsson 1803 and Freiherr von Eiselberg. The passage notes public figures aging today and ends with a quip about hiding behind a newspaper during a court transfer.
Leslie Combs born July 31 1582 in Little Compton son of Gen Leslie Combs Civil War veteran. He led Kentucky Progressive Party efforts and held posts from pension agent to U S minister to Guatemala and Honduras later returning to manage stock and tobacco interests. Also congratulates Joseph M Dixon U S mailer from Montana managing Roosevelt national campaign.
Weather reports bring showers as cotton pricing remains steady with New York quotes showing March at 13.19 and May around 12.89. Liverpool cotton futures for several month pairs trade near 6.9 with scattered percentages, reflecting mixed demand and seasonal adjustments.
A dated column fragment presents wry reflections on life and humor, with musings on repentance hope and faith, social manners and a light verse about flowers and hidden affection by D G Bickers. The piece playfully critiques society and ends with a short verse about flowers as messengers.
Florida vegetable farm of 30 acres within Anthory city limits near railroad churches and school. Readily earns from $20000 to $34000 per acre from vegetables including tomatoes cabbage and cantaloupes. Willing to exchange for Athens property.
Public notices announce candidacies for Georgia state offices in Clarke and surrounding counties with Democratic primary references. The text also lists a series of fraternal lodge meetings, including Vernon Lodge and Keystone Chapter, with dates and locations in Athens.
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