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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1908

Page

4

Subscription rates and delivery notice for The Athens Banner

The Athens Banner lists mailing rates 5.00 year 2.50 half year 1.25 quarter 0.10 weekly 1.00 weekly or Sunday 0.50 six months. Payment in advance by cash express money order or registered letter. Subscribers urged to promptly notify the business office of delivery failures or errant carriers and details. Special notice asks readers to note carrier is authorized to collect subscriptions and papers under any circumstances.

Athens Daily Banner Vie Scar

Athens Governor Advocates Chamber of Education and County Growth

Rushed, somewhat garbled report notes Athens residents and leaders discussing educational expansion and city development. Mentions Governor, Caleb Powers, and political undercurrents tied to state and legislative actions, urging support for growth enterprises and related amendments.

Florida gubernatorial race stirs state with corruption charge

De Wor Hoggs once chancellor of the University of Georgia now a Jacksonville figure enters Florida politics. Dr Boggs accuses General Gilchrist of whisky aligned backing and $360000 in campaign funds. Gilchrist camp counters with letters showing Boggs-supported candidate using whisky to sway voters. The dispute fuels bitter, statewide tension.

de Wor Hoggs University of Georgia Jacksonville Fla Florida Dr. Boggs General Gilchrist Gilchrist Dr. Boges

Athens Ambition to Grow Into a Major State City

The article urges unity and resource mobilization in Athens to develop the city. It envisions large housing and apartment developments near the business district and highlights new industries not yet promoted. It promises civic rewards through coordinated effort and calls for organized action to accelerate Athens' rise.

Athens Counirs Comn Taive Concent Grees

PARDONING OF POWERS IN KENTUCKY MESS

The note discusses the Gos Goehe assassination in Kentucky eight years after Caleb Powers and allies and argues the pardon by Republican Governor Taylor absolves Powers. It questions political motives, accuses justice manipulation, and claims the case will be erased as power politics and party ends prevail.

Gos Republic of Kentucky Powers Sitrei Taylor Repubbicat Indiana Kentucky

Athinta Lawyer Denies Ties to Garst Candidacy

Hon Rube Arnold of Athinta denies any connection with Garst's candidacy. He states he will vote for Brown for governor in the general election regardless of Garst's bid and asserts no involvement with Garst's campaign or law practice.

Rube Arnold Athinta Garst Brown Mr. Grast

Hall's Catarrh Cure Reward Offer Printed

One hundred dollar reward offered for any catarrh cure it cannot provide. F J Cheney Co of Toledo endorsed by Walden Kinnan Marvin druggists who vouch for Cheney’s honor and solvency. Cure taken internally, claims to act on mucous surfaces. Testimonials and price per bottle advertised. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation advertised.

Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo F. J. Cheney Walden, Kinnan & Marvin

This Date in History June 17 Through Time

June 17 events include 1703 John Wesley founder of Methodism born in Epworth died in London 1791 1745 Louisbourg taken by British 1775 Battle of Bunker Hill 1793 Cry of Archangel nearly destroyed by fire 1752 William King first governor of Maine dies 4 Born Feb % General Le Cass born Exeter 1782 died Detroit 1905 John S C Abbott historian dies Fairhaven Connecticut Sir Edward Burne Jones English painter dies Saskatchewan incorporation noted.

John Wesley Epworth Ondon Louisbourg N. S Bunker Hill Archangel Russie William King Maine Bath le Cass Detroit Exeter

Eben Draper A 60th Birthday Remembered In Massachusetts History

The text notes Eben S. Draper born in Hepedite Massachusetts on June 17 and highlights his roles in Massachusetts politics. It references his education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and leadership within the state Republican Party.

MoroSvier Draper Massachusetts Hepedite Mass Ysa Vitter Massachsers Institute of Technology Studient Wlinsetts

State Affairs. Savannah Press Odd Hotels Service Town Brown Chicken

Fragmented note reports unclear local affairs in Savannah with odd line about hotels and fried chicken. Contains incomplete phrases and lacks verifiable details or names.

Savannah Press Deus Hotels

Inauguration Change Talks for Joe Brown

The paper reports plans shifting to inaugurate Joe Brown in December rather than June, suggesting a new timeline and potential political maneuvering.

Thomasville

Albany Herald Dashes Confusing Election Fragments

A garbled clipping references Thomas and a former president, mentions democratic ticket terms, Southern states, and a disputed vote but details are unclear. The fragmentary text alludes to a test of results and possible electoral implications without concrete facts or dates.

Albany Herald Thomas Watt Colleel Ima

Ralph Smith on Charlie Contnts Speech At County Forum

Ralph Smith comments on Charlie Contnts remarks at the county forum. He clarifies his views on the speech and its impact on the county's status and governance.

Savannah Chdanert Herald Ralph Smith Charlie Jas Smith

Columbus Sun Obituary Notes on Brown Vote Count

A Columbus paper notes voters show disappointment as Brown’s lead dwindles to under eleven thousand, while Joseph earns a small share of the vote. The piece reflects local reactions to the election result and lingering sentiment about the outcome.

Columbus Sun Brown Joseph

Brown elected governor in Georgia race return to conservative policies

The race concluded with Brown winning the Georgia gubernatorial contest. The crowd expects a shift toward conservative policy and questions the integrity of Governor Smith. Observers predict Brown will influence political allies and policy direction in the state.

Brown Smith Georgia

Governor Brown Letter Returns Unopened Sparks Call For Papers

In Fort Gaines Sentinel the author hopes Governor Brown did not destroy a personal letter he received unopened and urges the upcoming legislature to request all papers in the case. The piece stresses transparency and accountability from state officials.

Fort Gaines Joseph M. Brown

People Revisit Bryan Image Across Years

The remark notes how Bryan’s public image shifts over time, moving from claims of being impractical to faulting him for wealth. It highlights evolving perceptions of his business judgment and financial success as observers reassess his character.

Legislature Moves to Winter Sessions and Term Extension

The report notes a shift from summer to winter legislative sessions extending Governor Terrells term by six months despite his veto and disapproval. It also hints Governor Smith might favor a shorter term, though no action is stated.

Americas

Political Outlook From 1910s Montana and National Figures

The text reviews political shifts and upcoming events: Montana Democratic convention postponed to July 1 at Bozeman to pick delegates for Denver. Taft to attend Yale commencement marking 30th anniversary. Missouri Secr of State blocks People's Party ticket. Isaace T. Mann plans to challenge West Virginia Sen. Scott in 1911. Oklahoma Gov Haskell reluctant to oppose Sen. Gore. Debs predicts strong socialist vote with a national campaign, opening in Chicago on September 1 and planning 500 open mail speakers as the party tours major cities.

Montana Bozeman Denver Secertary Taft Yale University Secretary of State of Missouri People’s Party Isaace T. Mann Bramwell W. Va Scott United States West Virginia Haskell Gore Oklahoma Bryan Ted Eugene V. Debs Socalist Party Pty Chica Campuign Secrd

Among the Minor Leagues and Local Baseball Notes

The piece surveys minor league activity across several circuits. Jim Barrett, ex-AL star, appears again for Providence in the Eastern League. Oakland struggles in California State League with 21 losses. Savannah vies for top in the South Atlantic. Terry McGovern fronts a Brooklyn semi pro club. Jack Tighe of Holyoke earns a clean trick by spitting at umpire Rorty.

Vaientown Pennsylvania West Virginia Las Steve Griffin Jimay Barrett Providence Oakland Juincy Terry Jack Tighe Holyoke Rorty Mr. Tighe Brancroft Johnson

Every Man His Own Doctor Promotes Chamberlains Remedies

An editorial urges individuals to treat minor ailments at home using Chamberlains remedies, noting their long market presence and 25 cent price per bottle. Five preparations including Colic Cholera Diarrhoea Remedy and Cough Remedy are advertised, with a full set costing 1.25 dollars. Available through Athens retailers H. R. Palmer & Sons and others.

Chamberlain H. R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro L. P. Canning E. C. McEvoy Orr Drug Co Athens

Railroad extension to the sea debated in legislature

The proposal to extend the Western and Atlantic Railroad from Atlanta to the sea will be a major issue before the upcoming legislature session. It highlights plans for a new southern route and potential economic impact for cities along the coast.

Western and Atlantic Atlanta

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