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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1913
Page
4
The Athens Banner notes holiday preparations and county commissioner elections upcoming in December. It reports on Railroads literature by Houoton Mifflin, biographical works selling briskly, and Sulzer Murphy political intrigue. It also mentions plans for income tax regulations and the Athens Chamber of Commerce work.
Judge James B. Park denounces the acquittal in Mrs. King’s murder case, arguing eleven jurors ignored undisputed testimony of her conspiracy with her paramour Nick Wilburn. He contends Georgia’s criminal laws favor criminals over society and urges reform to better protect the public while ensuring fair trials.
The piece argues that a future international policy will reject governments formed by fraud or assassination. It cites Wilson’s stance on Mexico and Huerta, suggesting foreign powers would recognize only regimes proven free of fraud. If adopted universally, the doctrine could reduce international disruptions among smaller nations.
The article discusses segregation of government workers by race at Washington, noting mixed opinions among Northern allies and some Negro leaders. It quotes a Georgia Congressman Bell and President Wilson arguing for measured segregation tied to social and moral capabilities, urging support from the stronger race for orderly governance and progress. It also includes a poetry excerpt about harvest time and perseverance.
October 31 marks a series of historical notes from 1687 when Governor Andros demanded Connecticut surrender its charter, to 1888 as the first North West Territories legislature met at Regina. Other events include 1765 mourning in the Pennsylvania Gazette over the Stamp Act, 1837 Noah Worcester’s death, 1848 Stephen W. Keeney’s death, 1861 Winfield Scott’s retirement, 1864 Nevada’s statehood, and 1912 a Bulgarian defeat.
The article notes William Gibbs McAdoo born in Marietta Georgia on October 31, 1863. It traces his education at the University of Tennessee, admission to the bar in 1885, and early law practice in Chattanooga. It highlights his rise as a corporation lawyer and roles with several railways. It then records his move to New York in 1892 and his involvement in Manhattan tunnel projects and the tubes under the harbor.
The article notes that McAdoo rose to prominence through his work financing the vast 60 million dollar Hudson river project. It highlights the undertaking as the catalyst for his public emergence and mentions related congratulations to notable centenaries and birthdays of royals and figures connected to him. It also lists other birthday honorees including Dowager Queen Louise of Denmark and Gen. James B. Aleshire.
The N P M notes Kipling’s rising stature amid debates on new American poets and questions who might deserve the title next. It cites critics praising Kipling’s forceful, unambitious style and his influence beyond aestheticism, contrasting him with earlier views of poetry as weak.
Yesterday Athens and Winder captured the Four County Fair as 20 automobiles from Athens and nearly twice that number from Winder made pilgrimages to the event.
Special to the Banner describes Commerce hosting Athens and Winder day at the Four county fair. Automobiles fill streets. crowds estimate 250 or more from each city. Exhibits in main building include farm products from Jackson, Franklin, Madison and Banks counties, poultry, fine kennels, cattle, sheep and hogs. Livestock demand prompts extra stalls and pride in local stock breeding grows.
A vintage advertisement extols Knowlton's Danderine claiming it doubles hair beauty, cleanses the scalp, and stops itching with continued use revealing new hair. The piece also notes Krause Amusement Company’s clean, attractive shows at the F C F fair and a planned luncheon for Judge Charles H. Brand canceled by illness.
In the District Court of the United States for the Northern District of Georgia Mrs L B Bureh trading as Misses Bradberry bankrupt No 283 in bankruptcy files a petition for discharge. A hearing is ordered for November 22 1913 at 10 AM in the United States District Court room Atlanta. Creditors and interested persons must appear and show cause why discharge should not be granted.
Hartwell Georgia reports all preparations complete for the Hart County fair to run November 6 and 7. Grounds are ready, exhibits promise to exceed last year, and the live stock display aims to showcase some of the finest cattle and swine in the state. Local farmers and wives express strong enthusiasm as expectations rise for a large, successful event.
In the YMCA preparatory league Pound's team routed Van Stratten 26 to 4 as Captain Hodgson leads a bid for first place. Cutler's squad defeated Nickerson's 22 to 9 with Cutler scoring 14 and Lampkin adding his first forward 2-field goals, while guards Lazenby Head contributed strongly. Hodgson's squad faces Quillan tomorrow. Cutler seeks Pound's upset to win the league.
The District Court of Georgia notices J. R. Allgood bankruptcy No 372 seeks discharge. Hearing set for November 22, 1913 at 10:00 AM in Atlanta to show cause why discharge should be granted or denied, creditors and interested parties urged to appear.
A 19th century style ad extols Dodson's Liver Tone with a money back guarantee. It claims the tonic relieves constipation without altering habits and is harmless. The ad contrasts guaranteed Liver Tone with imitators and emphasizes ease of refund at the drugstore Money drawer.
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