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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1912
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner discusses delivery issues, carrier conduct, and subscription details. It cites the Macon Telegraph on Henry Green, comments on Central American unrest, and reports airplane accidents. It highlights Athens Chamber of Commerce gains, University of Georgia School of Commerce prospects, corn club results, and calls for Democratic campaign contributions.
The Southern Poultry Association gathers Athens in a state wide effort to boost poultry raising. Georgia's poultry department at the State College of Agriculture will provide the latest guidance, aiming to expand the industry. Previous shows drew top Georgia and Southern breeders, and this exhibit is expected to be larger and more representative. Citizens are urged to support and help make the event a historic success.
The Georgia Railroad strike has grown to a serious menace affecting public welfare across the state line. Violence and law violations are reported as arbitration failures persist, costing the railroad, the workers, and the public money. A fair settlement is urged for the sake of all who depend on rail freight and regional commerce.
New York faces a major task to reform its police department after the Rosenthal murder and Becker indictments. Gamblers reportedly paid hush sums to officials, with police protection cited as enabling law violations. The Zelig killing adds to calls for cleansing the force, as citizens vow a thorough, effective purge.
A collage of historical dates from October 8 covering events from 4¢93 deaths including John Hancock to U S rail failures and California earthquakes. It marks Emil Sauer’s 50th birthday in 1862 and lists contemporary birthdays and notable figures. The piece promotes Georgia UDC convention preparation and county unit system support.
The document lists Total Liabilities at 100 000.00, Capital Stock Paid in, Due to Banks and Bankers in other States 740.00, Individual Deposits Subject to Check 40 614.85, Time Certificates 5 795.00, Certified Checks 1 884.01, Bills Payable 29 466.64, totaling 175 410.51.
The text lists Governor Thomas Mianrshall as the Democratic candidate for Vice President in a United States ticket. It notes his candidacy and party affiliation within a campaign context. The fragment references a political figure and an expected party ticket.
Georgia State College of Agriculture reports a thirty three percent rise in student enrollment for the current term, signaling growing interest in scientific farming. President Louie cites farm conditions, railroad missionary tours, and a push for self sufficiency as key drivers shaping Georgia’s agricultural future.
A short poem by D G Bickers urges readers to plant seeds of cheer and helpful words. It likens words to sowing in a fertile field and predicts a harvest of kindness and better days when effort continues through seasons and testing times.
The colored preacher mounted a fervent sermon insisting on ridding nature of sin and prejudices. He urged illumination of Adamic traces and passions in a rhythmical, hopeful call to reform.
An old promotional guide describes cooperative campaigns to expand retail trade using coupons, souvenirs, and premiums. It covers displays, central collections, and various methods including balloons, give away crates, buttons, and a mystery refund day. The plan aims to attract customers with "Something for Nothing" across multiple stores.
Mr. D. G. Bickers and daughter Marjoie Bickers spent yesterday in Atlanta. Mr. T. S. Moody of Union Point and Mr. Floyd Northcutt of Marietta visited the city. Mrs. E. B. Ivey returned from Atlanta and Birmingham. The Harper family child recovering from diphtheria. Mr. and Mrs. Dunaway and friends from Statesboro in town. J. N. Holder of Jefferson also in the city. Eva Wright of Colbert spent yesterday here. Harry Tiller of Colbert visiting. Dancing class led by Miss Jennings starts Wednesday October 16 at 4 PM at DuPree Hall. Information by telephone 28, ring 4. Address 794 Hancock Avenue.
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