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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1912
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner lists subscription rates and payment methods for carriers and office, plus a series of local reflections. It notes civic topics from education funding and the county unit school system to the Daughters of the Confederacy convention and a pastor receiving a gift automobile.
Special weather report from Atlanta notes cloudy unsettled weather across the cotton belt with light rains in many areas. A Gulf low pressure persists while a high air pressure in the north limits storm progression. Clearing conditions are seen in the Lake region and midwest valleys with only moderate temperatures.
A county voters’ appeal urges adoption of a county unit school system in Clarke, arguing two thirds support is needed at the polls. The piece claims the plan will improve rural and urban schools with minimal cost and calls for citizens to vote today to advance educational development.
The Banner laments the attack on Theodore Roosevelt calling the would-be assassin demented and not politically motivated. It expresses relief at Roosevelt’s expected recovery and urges citizens to avoid threats to public safety.
Prof David D Long surveying soils in Georgia reports discovering a new soil type named Shackleton soil during fieldwork in Chattooga County. He notes its compact yet cultivable nature, suited to fruit vegetables and dairying potential, while Chattooga could expand in agriculture. Ross Creekmore leads Athens High at Commerce in season opener.
A chronology lists events tied to October 16 from 1710 to 1906. Highlights include Port Royal capture by Britain in 1710, 1781 Yorktown action start, 1786 mint establishment, 1859 John Brown Harper’s Ferry raid, 1906 death of Mrs. Jefferson Davis, and other milestones with brief biographical notes.
Frederick Rudolph Lambert tenth Earl of Cavan born October 16 1865. He became Earl in 1900 and served as lieutenant colonel of the First Battalion Grenadier Guards in the South African War. He once aided Lord Stanley of Preston in Canada. Heir is Hon Lionel Lambert married 1906 to Adelaide Randolph. Also congratulates Marshal Hermes da Fonseca 57, Gen Sir William C Cameron 85, Dr Albert R Taylor 66, Frederick H Gillett 61.
A collage of quips from 19th century papers notes men holding grudges against women barbers and appetites for self guidance. It cites Delilah’s haircut of Samson and echoes remarks from Judge and Louisville Courier-Journal on earnestness and greatness.
A vintage advertisement previews two films at Lyric I. The first is a celebrated drama praised for its strong scenes, costumes, and sentiment, claiming the story remains engaging after twenty years. The second, The Arizona Land Swindle, is a western frontier tale noted for stirring frontier elements.
An advertisement touts Jossey’s Cash Store in Athens claiming grocery savings of 15 to 20 percent. It lists prices on fries, eggs, apples, peas, canned tomatoes, oats, ham, sugar, corn, and Jersey butter with contact at 1176. It also references James G. Woodward of Atlanta as an honest city leader.
Commerce Ga October 15 the Four County Fair opened welcoming a large crowd from Jackson Sanks Franklin and Madison counties Despite threatening rain exhibitors note record size and variety of agricultural products livestock machinery flowers fruits canned goods and embroideries Attendance expected to grow for the remaining days Wednesday October 16 dubbed Farmers Day features talks including one by Hon J J and a morning with songs and games from local children teams and organizers expect the event to go down in history as a record breaking fair
The Thalian group held a tryout night with thirty auditioners and five new members named George Harrison McDaniel Hirschburg Pinkussohn and J B Conyers to fill vacancies in the University dramatic club lineup.
Eugene Debs, Socialist candidate for president, speaks in Atlanta on October 15, condemning the Roosevelt shooting as the act of a madman. He expresses sympathy for Roosevelt’s family and asserts the right to a fair hearing, while noting public disagreement on opinions and the carnival’s management.
New York Giants defeated Boston 11 to 4 in a game highlighted by Doyle and Devore contributing early and Merkle and Tesreau delivering key hits. Gardner homered for Boston but the Giants pulled ahead with a six run sixth and added runs in the eighth and ninth to seal the win.
Georgia Democrats face a five-ticket field in the November 5 election and must secure a majority over all other tickets combined to name presidential electors. Chairman W J Harris warns apathy could force an expensive legislative session to choose electors and urges turnout to honor Congressmen and uphold Democratic gains.
Hon. J. J. Connor, commissioner of agriculture, spent yesterday in the city on office matters. He attended conferences with Chancellor Barrow and Dr. Soule and called on several friends, reflecting his wide acquaintance and popular visit.
Mount Vernon Masonic lodge announces a communication tonight at the usual hour. Entered Apprentice degree to be conferred on candidates. Qualified brethren are invited to attend and support the degree work.
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