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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1911
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner lists subscription rates and payment options, notes on delivery issues, and a policy against carrier collection. It also covers current events including Central American revolution plans, the Puritan war costs, Canadian reciprocity debates, US cotton value, court house grounds as a potential park, and comments by Congressman Redfield and Governor Wilson on labor, tariffs, and personal conduct.
The Senate by a one vote margin, the tie broken by Vice President Sherman, approves sending to the people a constitutional amendment for direct election of U S senators while preserving Congress power to regulate elections. Opponents warn of federal overreach and Southern opposition threatens ratification.
The Monroe Doctrine once risked war with Britain over Venezuela but now gains favor in London and the Spectator. It is seen as vital for world peace, with Europe preferring U S leadership to prevent European entanglements and to avert colonial tensions in the Western hemisphere.
June 15 entries include Margaret Jones hanged in Boston for witchcraft and John Adams nominating George Washington for commander of the colonial army in 1775. Notable milestones: 1776 British retook Montreal. 1849 President Polk died in Nashville. 1888 Emperor Frederick of Germany died. 1843 birth of mathematician and educator Lewis B. Carll. note on Madero family financing the Mexican revolution.
Fashion notes from New York showcase striped fabrics in linen ta fleta chiffon etamine surah and foulard for spring summer styles. Descriptions cover striped taffetas in lavender and blue, wide collars, embroidered fichus, velvet sashes, and chic hats, with emphasis on soft sleeves and empire lines.
The piece surveys trending feminine accessories for college outfits, noting tulle bows with shirtwaists and coats, coral bow accents, high top kid shoes with large head buttons, short skirts, and marquisette embroidered waists. It highlights white hats for summer, mushroom hats, and white ribbon trims, concluding with a child’s quip about future fashion.
Chang Yin Tang, the Chinese minister to the United States, delivered the commencement address at Pennsylvania State College on June 14. He spoke on America s part in the rejuvenation of China, addressing the graduating class and audience at the ceremony.
F S Rexford of 615 New York Life Ridg Kansas City Missouri reports a severe cold settled in his back and kidneys causing great pain. A friend recommended Foley Kidney Pills and after using two bottles he says they have done him a world of good. For sale by all druggists.
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