11 Oct 1907
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1907
Page
1
A late 19th century yarn spinners gathering discussed tighter textile conditions. They reviewed October to December production, price drops, and talks of curtailment if orders threaten morale. No immediate price relief expected, but no drastic demoralization reported.
The Oct 9 discussion features Hon J and Thomas Baum urging Congress and Britain to abolish cotton gambling exchanges. Samuel T Hubbard defends the New York cotton exchange, arguing it hedges most transactions and supports producers, while critics fault artificial price presses and market manipulation.
Atlanta Georgia October delegates discuss a sweeping reform to bale dimensions from 64 to 48 inches in height and to cover bales with Osnaburg instead of jute. The convention's action could set a national standard across cotton states and plantation processes.
A Virginia reader endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best cold treatment. The note praises its quick relief and cites a local user who recommends it to friends. Sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons and several local druggists.
Valdosta Georgia hosts the Georgia Baptist convention with planning under way for entertainment. Health committee offers to cover delegates if they register by November 16 and asks for early name submissions and notification if travel plans change. Addressed to Baptists statewide to heed entertainment requests.
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