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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1910
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner lists carrier rates and delivery reminders, urges reports for delivery issues, and warns carriers about unauthorized collection. It notes upcoming events, political issues, and local developments including corn clubs, Athens building boom, and plans to host Confederate veterans in Rome with Athens welcome.
Former Senator David Bennett Hill dies at his New York home Wednesday just shy of seventy. A picturesque political figure, he rose from early manhood in politics to become a master of strategy and policy. He served in all major offices from legislator to U.S. senator, staunchly a Democrat who trusted the party to guide national prosperity.
A historical forecast argues the democrats may still win a small majority in the next House, despite losses from Western coalitions with insurgent Republicans. It notes insurgents are party rivals, may hinder real democratic aims, but suggests enough district gains could yield a workable majority to elect a speaker and steer the coming two years of legislation.
The Athens Banner urges residents to back a Great White Way to illuminate main streets in the business district. It claims the project will beautify the city, attract visitors, and deliver strong advertising, with modest installation and upkeep costs.
The grand jury urges salary fixes for judges and solicitors while opposing elective offices. It argues judges should be kept distant from politics and favors appointment by the governor to maintain strict enforcement of law, suggesting this serves the county’s best interests.
Posits of lime across southern states show inexpensive agricultural benefits. A pamphlet titled The Use of Lime on Land can be obtained by writing to M. W. Richards, land and industrial agent for the Southern Railway, Washington, D. C., or from any Southern Railway agent. The writer praises the Civic Section of the Woman's Club for keeping Athens clean and lovely and proposes a Cleaning up day for Oconee cemetery to honor the dead.
An elderly Athens resident, widow for decades, visits Oconee cemetery yearly to tend her husband and daughter's graves. Now eighty, she shows enduring devotion, urging Athens residents to assist in beautifying the resting place and supporting the cemetery caretakers.
This date history lists events from 1668 Talon resigning as Intendant of New France to 1833 Henry Clay visit and 1849 damming of the Connecticut River. It notes anniversaries, births, political openings, railroads, and a 77th birthday for James A. Gary with brief biographical mentions.
The text traces Gen Gary from family roots in Baltimore to becoming a prominent Republican financier and manufacturer. It notes his 1858 entry into politics as a Whig nominee for Maryland senate, an 1872 defeat for Congress as a Republican, and his long tenure as a Maryland Republican leader and delegate at every national convention from 1872 to 1900.
Washington October 21 The Land and Industrial Department of the Southern Railway has released a pamphlet titled The Use of Lime on Land aimed at southern farmers. It cites agricultural authorities and USDA bulletins on suitable land types crops and methods to apply lime for best results.
Boston October 21 Argentine warship President Sarmiento docked with twenty five cadets aboard for a four to five day visit During the stay officers will inspect progress on a giant battleship under construction for the Argentine navy at Fore River Shipbuilding Company Quincy Massachusetts
Arguments were heard in a federal court in Fort Smith Arkansas on a motion for a permanent injunction to stop the United Mine Workers from interfering with the Enterprise Mining and Coal Co at Prada Arkansas. The long running dispute has included threats to destroy the mine and injure non union miners.
A playful list contrasts common items with unusual trait pairings. It asks readers to spot logical mismatches such as a clock having hands but no arms yet the sea has arms but no hands, inviting reflection on everyday language and definitions.
A series of notices from Athens announce candidacies for city alderman and councilman across First Second and Fourth wards. A H Richards seeks First Ward alderman, C F Buchner runs for First Ward councilman, H R Palmer seeks Second Ward alderman, and 3, 1. Youngein seeks Fourth Ward reelection amid Democratic primary processes.
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