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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1908
Page
7
The Athens Daily Banner lists subscription rates of 5.00 per year 2.50 for six months 1.25 for three months or 10 cents a week The Weekly or Sunday Banner 1.00 per year 50 cents for six months Cash in advance urged Remittances by express money order or registered letter Pending delivery issues to be reported to the business office No carrier boy may collect subscriptions or sell papers
The piece surveys party dynamics with Taft and Bryan likely platforms, noting Republican fears over labor plank and Samuel Gompers push. It mentions Athens, Georgia, university ties, and a lively convention scene as Republican and Democratic factions maneuver before Denver.
A newspaper paragraph notes Georgia trends favor Roosevelt in a potential Republican nomination race. It speculates on the 1936 election outcome if Roosevelt were the Republican nominee, highlighting regional sentiment and ballot implications.
Hon. Joseph M. Brown visited the University farm to observe advancement toward developing the state college of agriculture and declared he is more interested than ever in completing all welfare plans for the institution.
Fragmentary OCR lists names and events including Prancis Bernard governor of Massachusetts Bay, deaths in England, births in 1714, battles and places like Quatr ig sBras and Was terlow pens Ring, mentions Isis-Hayes Wheeler, a republican national convention, a new Canadian ministry under Premier Abbott, a Bering Sea award, and Roosevelt with statehood bills for Oklahoma and Arizona.
Gustave Vic inherited the throne after his father’s death and marks his fiftieth birthday. The article notes his upbringing as simple and austere, his lifelong interest in the military, and his role as father to Crown Prince Gustave Adolph. The crown prince married the Duke of Connaught’s daughter and has an infant son who could become king.
An advertisement touts Foley’s Kidney Cure as a cure for all kidney and bladder diseases. It claims to strengthen the whole system and ensure good health through healthy kidneys, with sale by all druggists.
A dialogue compares a recent wedding to an election mood. Mrs Bland notes the union seems well matched while Mr Gruffy warns celebrations may be premature and suggests cautious optimism before proceeding further.
The Marietta Journal comments on defeat and virtue in defeat. It defends Governor Smith’s policies and notes that disfranchisement will be addressed at the October election. Joseph M. Brown is portrayed as a principled pick to lead, trusted by the people for honest governance.
The piece notes Governor Smith has a full year in office before successor Mr Brown takes over. It argues true greatness shows in defeat as well as victory and recalls how his overwhelming win two years ago made supporters doubt his invincibility. The article critiques his campaign choices and the bitterness of his officials’ actions.
The writer praises Linde Joe Brown as trustworthy and capable to lead the state. They emphasize his clean record, strong character, and commitment to growth and prosperity, urging support for his gubernatorial candidacy and promising steady administration.
The Walton News urges party loyalty to the state over factional rivalry after the Smith defeat. It calls for healing wounds, promoting peace, and a united Georgia as Brown takes office, emphasizing cooperative progress and reform for prosperity.
Reports from Worlewus and Jonesville describe a prolonged flood of the Black River with 10 feet of water over fields. Thousands are sheltering on upper stories or on improvised raft platforms, while crops perish and many residents face destitution and food shortages amid rising swamp fever.
Jacksonville Florida June 15 with a second Democratic primary to nominate candidates for U S senator governor and Congress in Florida Tuesday May 19 runoff results. Governor Broward and D A Fletcher vie for the senate while Stockton and Gilchrist contest the governorship with Stockton supporting statewide prohibition and backed by the prohibition party.
Ladies can wear shoes one size smaller after using Allen's FootEase. It relieves tightness, bunions, corns, swelling, and tired feet with instant comfort. Sold by druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents. free trial package and corn pads offered via Allen S. Olmsted, Le Roy, New York.
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