Political currents drift in 1906 era politics and plains
A broad roundup notes Hearst boosterism in Georgia and New York politics, Tammany influence, and Republican splits in Maryland. It cites reactions to Hearst’s presidential prospects, Roosevelt era quips, the Tillman verdict, Athens hotel plans, Beveridge’s Senate bid, Zionist activity, Coxey’s march echo, and Wall Street tight money concerns signaling Republican vulnerabilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
Roosevelt
Japan on the Sea and the Rise of its Navy
The article traces Japan’s naval development from limited early seafaring capability to a modern force aided by British and French expertise. It cites 1877 ship purchases, a Tokio naval college with British instructors, and a decisive 1895 victory at the mouth of the Yangtze River. It lists Japan’s fleet composition and notes U.S. Oregon repairs and rival Russian naval growth. The piece ends with a call to vigilance and bravery in future conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
United States
Oregon
Russia
Far East
Mayoral and Alderman Campaign Announcements in Athens
Local notices show candidates declaring runs for mayor and alderman seats in Athens. W. F. Dorsey J. F. Rhodes O. W. Cooper W. C. Weatherford W. Vonderau F. A. Lipscomb H. J. Rowe announce under Democratic primary rules. Also an ad for Botanic Blood Balm claims rheumatism and catarrh cures with free samples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Ww. F. Dorsey
J. F. Rhodes
Botanic
Atlanta
Stewed Snapper and Other Mid Atlantic Notes
A Philadelphia flavor section recounts stewed snapper as a signature dish rivaling scrapple and pepper pot, with Jersey teamters supplying four to forty pound fish for markets in Philadelphia. Also mentions Hall’s Catarrh Cure offer and a science anecdote by Dr Joseph Le Conte about the eye blind spot and a money joke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillelphia
Delaware
Jersey
Trenton
New York
Philadelphia
Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Joseph le Conte
Reward Offered for Painting on Private or Church Property
A city notice from Mayor Rhodes offers twenty five dollars reward for arrest and conviction of anyone painting on private property or church property in the city. The message also mentions a check for Cheney's Expectorant and a note from Roy E. Simpson in San Francisco California.
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Cheney
Roy E. Simpson
San Francisco
Cal
Rhodes
Also Mentioned on This Page
THE
Athens Daily Banner
H. J. Rowe
Proprieter
FP. Holder, JR
Express
Postolce
Cbs
Congressman Jim Griggs
Hearst
Tammany
Maryland
Wm. R. Hearst
Atlanta Fair
Jacksonville Metropolis
Morgan
Sulgaria
China
Platt
South
Jim Tillman
Indianapolis
Albert J. Beveridge
United States Senate
Dowie
Coxey
Washington
York
England
Eng
Naval College
Tokio
Yolo River
Active and the Brave
Hood
Democratic Party
O. W. Cooper
W. C. Weatherford
W. P. Vonderau
F. A. Lipscomb
Golden Gate
Castoria
Perp
the Travelers Life Insurance Co
A. L. Mitchell
Georgia
M. Stern, Pres
IM. G. Michael
G. A. Mell, Cash
Athens Savings Bank
IM. Stern
M. G. Micitarl
J. A. Hunnicutt
L. F. Edwards
G. A. Mell
U. S. Mell
OC. H. Phinizy
Morton & Parker
Efire Insurance
the National Bank of Athens
Tallulah Falls
Ranea
Amber Daily
P.M
Erwin
Mgr
A. B. Baxter & CO
Renee
Georgia National Bank
Mercantile Agence
Broad St
Athens, Ga
St. Louis
Det
Mutual Life
Ass'n
College Avenue
Robt, Toombs DuBose
Pulaski, Barber and
Barrow Streets
Dearing Street
Justice Court
F. W. Luogal
N. P
Justice of the Peace
Stephen G. Upson
Attersey-at
Ea Tm Talmadge Balldine
Calley Avenue
Clayton Street
W. B. Beacham
Clayton St
Fears & Sun
Schedul
Southern Railway
R.W. Sizer
Usaves Aves
Ryan
Parenger
Hoke
Atente
Central OF Georgia Railway
Humphrey
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