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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1909
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner lists subscription rates and payment methods, urges prompt notice of delivery issues, and states no carrier may collect payments. It also notes assorted national and local items on tariffs, roads, politics, health, strikes, and university visitors, all in a brief collage of public notices and commentary.
The University of Georgia reports a successful year with strong discipline, rising attendance, and state pride. It notes the agricultural college’s progress under President Soule and the broader Southward educational growth despite cotton prices and money strain. Also mentions Bonaparte’s public service career and Roosevelt-era cabinet roles. A patent medicine ad promotes Perry Davis’ Painkiller as a long standing remedy.
The annual Confederate Veterans reunion in Memphis draws thousands, but aging veterans thin the ranks. About ten years ahead, most will be gone as the Georgia Division plans a state reunion in Athens next September with early committee appointments to honor the veterans. The Savannah News notes praise for Cobb County's Little Joe for Georgia crops including peaches, watermelons, and blackberries.
The text notes Charles J. Bonaparte born in unknown place, referencing his roles as former secretary of the Navy and Attorney General of the United States. It mentions an 18th birthday line attributed to Charles V. Bonaparte as a fragment.
Joseph M. Terrell was appointed auditor of the estate of the late Walker P. Inman by Judge John T. Pendleton in Atlanta Georgia. The hearing date was set for the first Monday in September with Terrell to sift through the estate and resolve legal and factual questions in preparation for final distribution.
Salt Lake City and Helena lead in the Intermountain league while New Haven climbs to second in Connecticut. Portland advances in the Northwest, Utica fields a strong New York State side, and Oakland fields a classy lineup for California. Madison dominates Wisconsin Illinois, and Wheeling Zanesville Grand Rapids duel for Central league leadership. Shreveport eyes a Texas league push as Altoona tops Tri-State, Little Rock surprises Southern, Memphis rises, Columbus Clymers climb American Association, Milwaukee remains favored, Dutch Wagner watched in South Atlantic. Worcester led by Jesse Burkett hones a strong New England squad with an eye toward major league manager roles.
A fragment suggests belief that true genius emerges when a man reads something he could not have previously conceived. The quote hints at insight gained through reading and internal realization of intellect.
Chicago readers watched as Rev John Myers and the Baptist executive council debated removing Professor George B. Foster from the ministry after his book The Function of Religion drew sharp criticism of Christianity. Professor A K Parker postponed action to June 14 citing a constitutional delay.
A physician offers a home remedy prescription for nervous debility and weakened manhood. He promises a free copy in a plain sealed envelope to any man who writes, claiming quick restoration without other medicines and urging men to stop patent tonics.
Vernon Lodge No 22 F and A M holds regular meetings on the second Thursday of each month at the Masonic Hall Clayton Street. Attended by Master Masons. Oliver Encampment No 11 C C F meets every Friday at Odd Fellows Hall at Clayton and Jackson streets.
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