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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1914
Page
4
The Athens Banner urges readers to boost local business as fall commerce begins. It notes Belgium’s role in the war, German advances toward Paris, Wilson’s possible renomination, a proposed war tax, and Mexican leadership shifts involving Villa and Carranza.
The article lauds Governor John M. Slaton for advancing tax equalization, enforcing the law equitably, and boosting public trust. It notes his vigorous campaign speeches explained the tax reform, his administration’s prudence, and broad Democratic support, even amid his senate bid.
A column criticizes U S representatives for frequent absences from Congress and praises Oscar W Underwood Alabama for remaining diligent. It notes widespread press praise and urges Democrats to follow his example during ongoing political campaigns and an upcoming senate race.
Warehouse firms led by Hardeman and Phinizy expect five cent cotton payments and continued finance for farmers as demand improves. Local banks and mills report rising orders and renewed activity, while President Andrew Erwin warns of cautious recovery until prices stabilize and foreign trade resumes.
A Georgia textile region discussion led by Harry Hodgson of Empire State Chemical and Simon Michael of Michael Bros. outlines belief that cotton demand will rebound after a short wartime downturn. They urge farmers to reduce acreage, warehouse receipts for bank credit, and mutual obligation to maintain commerce while anticipating government support to stabilize cotton loans. Senator E D Smith describes Treasury plans to back 25 percent of loans with banks while the government covers 76 percent at 40 dollars per bale.
Washington reports the president asked Congress for a hundred million dollar internal revenue measure to offset expected customs revenue loss from the war. Speaker Clark sent the message to Ways and Means as Urderwood leads a Democratic panel review of a broad tax package, including gas, railroad, liquor, tobacco, and consumer goods.
The ad promotes Dr King's New Life Pills as a cure for dizziness biliousness and constipation claiming they cleanse the stomach and bowels and improve liver function. It suggests the product will restore energy and well being by promoting a healthy bile flow and body detox.
Special to the Banner reports the death near Watkinsville Georgia of a four year old child of Mr and Mrs T M Chandler. The child suffocated after becoming covered by cotton while playing with companions in a cotton house. Authorities note accidental death with no foul play indicated.
President W. H. Shelton of Citizens Bank posts bond of 14000 dollars with the county sheriff to answer forgery and embezzlement indictments. The case concerns management of the bank’s affairs and a forthcoming superior court term.
Notice posted at the courthouse by Attorney W Rucker states a pardon will be asked in thirty days for R H McCrary serving a term for offenses connected with the wrecking of the Athens Trust and Banking Company.
A warrant was served on N J Mathews for manslaughter after an automobile crash in Oconee Heights killed a colored child. He posted $200 bond and faces a committing trial soon. Mrs Mathews was seriously injured but regained consciousness yesterday near noon. Mr Mathews suffered shock from the tragedy.
Mr and Mrs R C Potts took charge of the Athenaeum hotel on Clayton street leasing from Mr Shackelford They will clean it up and refit it and operate it as one of the most elegant little houses in the state.desirable for any visitor in Athens to stop with.
Cut the cost of walking. Wear Besmady Sox, $1.50 dozen. Money Back Guarantee. Any color any size. Leave orders at M. & M. or Poss' Place of Means Hogsey Co. 409-410 Holman Building. Small Pig Hams just received one crater of small pig hams from six to eight pounds each. No advance in price. ARNOLD & ABNEY. Pink Meat Cantaloupes Country melons. Abney & Arnold.
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