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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1908
Page
4
The Athens Banner lists mail subscription rates and payment methods, stressing cash in advance and safe delivery practices. It also carries political notes about Grover Cleveland, Theodore Roosevelt, Grover Cleveland memory tributes, and opinions on the Democratic and Republican parties with references to prominent Georgia figures and national figures.
Happy Van Deadwyler, chosen as a delegate to the Denver convention, has pledged the Banner a full service of wireless telegraph messages during the big event.
The fragment lists key dates and events including Charles IX birth in 1550, Wolfe’s 1759 Quebec bombardment, Kaunitz death in 1794, 1803 Ceylon massacre, 1832 cholera in New York, Woodbury as US Treasury Secretary in 1834, 1857 Cawnpore massacre, Cold Harbor 1862, Harriet Martineau death 1876, Casimir-Perier French presidency 1894, with scattered names and dates.
The article urges the Georgia General Assembly to promptly provide maintenance funds for the state college of agriculture and eleven district agricultural high schools. It notes $1 million invested in facilities and $800,000 from districts, created by a public pledge of adequate support, and warns that delay jeopardizes faculty, students, and the movement for agricultural education.
In Worcester Massachusetts on June 26 a bronze statue of the late Senator Ge F Hoar who served Massachusetts in the national assembly for thirty five years was unveiled amid ceremonies. Mayor James Logen presided and Supreme Court Justice William H Moody delivered the oration.
A. A. Herren of Finch Ark endorses Foley's Honey and Tar as the best remedy for coughs colds and chest trouble claiming it cures consumption in early stages. The statement notes satisfaction with the product and its availability from all druggists.
Helen Adams Keller born June 27 1880 in Tuscumbia Alabama. Deaf and blind since 19 months old she spent much of life in Boston with education by Anne Mansfield Sullivan and Radcliffe College graduate in 1904. She became a prolific writer contributing to major newspapers and magazines.
August and John, two sheltered orphans, arrive at a large institution with neat routines and numbered possessions. An editor’s pins trigger mischief as the boys claim them, creating a shining row of head pins. The scene shows how institutional care can grind individuality and leave only objects as wealth.
Do Not Neglect the Children. At this season of the year the first unnatural looseness of a child s bowels should have immediate attention. The best thing that can be given is Chamberlain s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy followed by castor oil as directed with each bottle of the remedy. For sale by H R Palmer and Sons W J Smith and Bro L P Can Ring E C McEvoy Orr Drug Co Athens Ga.
Reports from Augusta Chronicle Macon News Americus Times-Recorder and Columbus Sun note R H Blackburn named secretary to Gov Joseph E Brown. Joe Terrell voices party pride as Democrats regain power while pundits debate leadership and new Atlanta daily plans surface.
The Athens Banner lauds Joseph M. Brown for his convention honor and notes political passions over prohibition. It mentions Hoke Smith declining a U.S. Senate bid to serve Georgia as governor, while Clarkesville and Lawrenceville papers discuss local options and legislative stance on prohibition. Brown is depicted meeting supporters at the Kimball house.
Savannah News suggests Mr. Bryan can select a campaign manager with skill. It notes he is an adept organizer, perhaps superior to Roosevelt, and may choose to retain leadership during the general campaign after a strong preliminary finish.
The Westminister Gazette recounts His Majesty's racing fortunes from the first appearance 37 years ago with Champion, who fell and finished second, through Alex losing to Avowal, to Leodias II winning in 1880, and finally Counterpane winning a maiden plate at Sandown after 13 years.
Advertisement advises prompt action and urges using a dependable remedy for stomach issues. Recommends Kodol For Dyspepsia and Indigestion as pleasant to take, reliable, and guaranteed to relieve symptoms. Claims availability through all druggists.
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