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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1912
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner outlines subscription rates and payment methods, notes about carrier conduct, and a notice that carriers may not collect subscriptions. It reflects on local politics, public works, and chamber of commerce efforts to boost Athens with planned improvements and rail schedules.
The Georgia Democrats back Oscar Underwood for the presidential nomination. With Alabama, Florida, New York, and other states, Underwood is positioned to enter the Baltimore convention with strong delegate support and could emerge as the leading candidate in a multi-ballot race. His candidacy is seen as best for the party’s victory at the polls.
Editorials note rising weariness over the Harry K. Thaw case as repeated insanity trials delay execution and drain county funds. The New York World estimates about 150000 dollars spent to prosecute and confine Thaw, prompting questions on ongoing costs and the right to continued legal battles.
Events over the years include England taking Jamaica from Spain in 1655, anson capturing the French fleet in 1747, the Bourbon restoration in 1814, and Lincoln's 1861 call for volunteers. Notable births and deaths and anniversary notes mention Hood, McHenry, and several church figures plus retirement and age reminders.
The article notes Most Rev Edmund F. Pendergrast archbishop of Philadelphia was born in Clonmell Tipperary Ireland in May 1843. It states he came to the United States in 1859 and pursued priesthood studies at St Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia.
San Antonio's Hugh Tallman notes Dr. King's New Life Pills deliver hearty vigor and energy. He and his wife praise them as best made, especially for stomach, liver, or kidney troubles, priced at 25 cents at all druggists.
A Mississippi Valley citizen, Dr. R B Lawrence, urges residents to write Congress for a national engineering commission to devise flood control. He proposes planting fast growing trees along riverbanks, building reservoirs, and halting river straightening to preserve natural waterways. He cites malaria fears and touts Electric Bitters as a remedy with testimonials.
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