This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1908
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner shows subscription costs for 1, 3, 6 months and weekly rates and asks prompt payment. It warns carriers not to collect from subscribers and reminds readers to report delivery issues. It also notes political commentary on Haskell Hearst Taft Bryan and bank guaranty debates.
Democrats carried surprising contests in Minnesota Ohio Indiana Colorado and Nebraska reshaping state results that are typically Republican strongholds with Johnson Harmon Marshall Shafroth and Shallenberger noted among the victorious candidates.
The Charleston News and Courier praises Mr. Bryan as an able, moral leader who has benefited the republic by stressing righteousness in politics but notes he was not meant to win. It cites Gompers and labor voting patterns, and calls Taft a clean man needing a clean, aggressive administration free of trusts.
The text describes white Republicans forming clubs across Georgia with aims to push Black members from party control. It suggests few white Republicans exist locally and will join the new organization, with plans to claim political power under Taft's administration.
A reader accuses the Atlanta Constitution editor of losing faith in democracy across the South. The writer argues Georgia remains deeply Democratic and warns against embracing Taft or Republican ideas, insisting Southern voters still back Bryan’s platform despite reduced majorities. He urges adherence to principle over political expediency.
A Henry Waterson piece in the Louisville Courier-Journal argues the party is not dead. It praises Bryan’s personal canvass for its clarity and endurance and warns old-time Democrats to stay united. It cautions against radicalism and urges continued defense of constitutional freedom and upright governance.
Mrs. Wm H Serz of Wheeling West Virginia reports success using Chamberlains Cough Remedy for her daughter and son to prevent and treat croup and severe coughs without a doctor. The product is sold by H B Palmer Sons Orr Drug Co Warren J Smith and Co and others.
A compact history list notes events on November 7 including Sir Martin Frobisher's death, Henry Hudson reaching Dartmouth on his voyage, Lord Dunmore's Virginia rebellion declaration, rhodium discovery in London, Gen. Harrison’s Tippecanoe victory, Elijah P. Lovejoy mob killing at Alton, Belmont Confederate victory, Canadian Pacific Railway ties at Eagle Pass, and Horace Austin's 1905 Minneapolis death.
Henry Grier Bryant born November 7 1859 in Allegheny Pa was a traveler and explorer. He attended Phillips Exeter Princeton College 1883 studied law at the University of Pennsylvania and led or joined Arctic expeditions including Peary relief efforts and the Grand Palmo of Labrador. He commanded expeditions to the Far North and Mt St Milas and earned memberships in major European scientific societies.
Frank J. Cheney sworn as senior partner of F J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio that the firm will pay ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for any case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Certificate dated December 6, 1886. Notary Gleason. Cure taken internally and marketed by F J Cheney & Co Toledo. Sold by all druggists for 75 cents. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Prospective contestants with delegations of students arrive in Bloomington for the annual intercollegiate oratorical contest to be held at Illinois Wesleyan University. Schools represented include Knox College Eureka College Illinois College Monmouth College Blackburn College and Nois Wesleyan.
The article advises using Chamberlains Salve on a soft cloth to relieve burn or scald pain almost instantly and promote healing without scarring in non severe injuries. Sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons Orr Drug Co Warren J. Smith & Bro E. C. McEvoy L. P. What Would You Do Canning.
The cornerstone laying for the new dormitory at the University of Mississippi took place with ceremonies led by the Masonic Grand Lodge and Grand Master Martin. Senator Malcolm Franklin delivered the principal address.
The first national flower show under the Society of American Florists began at the Chicago Coliseum with large crowds. Nearly $15,000 in cash prizes and many medals will be awarded. Noted exhibitors include Thomas W. Lawson, Henry C. Frick, Samuel Untermyer, and E Mck Twombly. The event features extensive displays from private estates and major horticultural departments, especially roses orchids and chrysanthemums.
Sprains and swelling relieved by Chamberlains ointment. Reduces inflammation and soreness so a sprain may be cured about a third the usual time. 25 and 60 cent sizes sold by H. R. Palmer and Sons Orr Drug Co Warren J. Smith and Bro EB C McEvoy L P Canning.
In St Louis on November 6 the General Committee for Foreign Missions of the Methodist Episcopal church begins preliminary business. The Lindell Avenue Methodist church hosts the sessions through next Wednesday with a large attendance including bishops noted missionaries editors ministers and officials.
Foley’s Honey and Tar soothes irritated membranes and stops a stubborn cough. It heals sore lungs and expels the cold. Refuse all but the genuine in yellow packages sold by all druggists.
Oakland announces the New California Jockey Club meeting will start tomorrow at Emeryville. The meet features higher stakes with Burns handicap raised to 10 000 added money from 10 000 guaranteed, signaling a strong season start.
Winter blasts and sickness are coming. Foley's Honey and Tar claims to cure coughs and colds and strengthen lungs to prevent serious results. Sold by all Druggists.
A. F. Hardy of East Wilton Maine praises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve stating it cured sores boils ulcers and burns and saved doctor bills. The product is available at W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons drug stores for fifteen years.
A Philadelphia Bulletin quote notes BE R Thomas recovering from a motor accident. The Automo bile Club of America member criticizes roads and recalls a friend from the country visiting Thomas. He concedes courts are fine in summer but notes dull fall and winter and nightly mud disruptions.
A terse exchange ends with a woman declining a suitor who vowed to be her page, leaving the matter unresolved and the relationship in doubt.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.