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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1910
Page
4
The Athens Banner informs readers of home delivery options with annual and short-term rates, accepted payment methods, and the need to report delivery issues. It also warns carriers are not authorized to collect payments or sell papers, directing subscribers to pay at the office or via collector only upon bill presentation.
The column covers political notes and opinions on Democratic nominees including William M. Howard, opinions on Booker Washington dining with Danish royalty, and local matters from Athens and nearby cities. It discusses population shifts, civic groups, and local political maneuvering in the South during the era. It notes the Athens Chamber of Commerce, Madison and Macon mentions, and traffic fatalities, with references to Wilson, Bryan, and Hoke Smith.
The insurgent faction seeks control of the Republican Party with a view to the 1912 presidential nomination. Roosevelt fluctuates in influence as Taft’s tariff endorsement cools insurgent support, while La Follette is discussed as a potential leader. Many believe Roosevelt could lead the insurgents again if he signals intent, with Democrats preparing a strong White House bid.
Woodrow Wilson, a Democratic candidate for New Jersey governor, argues that punishment should target individuals, not corporations, for trust wrongdoing. He warns dissolving firms displaces harm, asserts corporations are essential to modern business, and suggests jailing a few officers to deter corporate crime while sparing innocents. He calls for treating guilt as personal and ending the dummy system that shields managers.
This date marks events from 1793 John Hancock death to 1894 Canadian liquor laws ruling. Notable items include Hancock, Caroline Gilman birth, Simon Snyder term, Fort Pickens attack, Franklin Pierce death, Chicago fire start, Canada Supreme Court, and Wilfrid Laurier inland revenue role.
Brig. Gen. John M. Wilson U S A retired, born October 8 1837 in Washington D C. He graduated from West Point in 1860 and served as an artillery officer early in the Civil War. He later entered the engineering corps in 1862.
The text notes a longtime army engineer who stayed in the service, rising to chief of engineers. After the Civil War he worked in government engineering projects on rivers harbors and canals. He supervised construction of the army medical museum and library in the capital and the Washington Monument.
Athens readers learn to identify kidney distress through dark pe rations a sediment scanty frequent passages backache headaches and dizziness. Doan's Kidney Pills touted as quick relief with a testimonial from Mrs. W Patten of Athens and sale details noting Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as agents.
A reader notes craving for a top choice: Bluewine and fresh orange options featured prominently, with five cat fountains highlighted. The message emphasizes taste and vibe, inviting others to seek out this appealing combo.
An advertising column argues firms should maintain steady ad effort. It compares James Jeffries and John Johnson to warn that momentum in business dies without ongoing advertising. The piece asserts advertising trains and sustains a healthy business, urging continued effort and warning against complacency. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy advert appears at the end.
A compilation lists open to public ticket prices for multiple cities with event accounts, sale dates in October and November, and deadlines to reach the original starting point. Cities include Birmingham Atlantic City Chattanooga New Orleans Richmond Cincinnati Macon Elberton Augusta Atlanta and more with various organizations and price points. Further contact via Southern Railway ticket agents and J L Meek and James Freeman, Atlanta GA.
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