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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1909
Page
4
The Athens Banner notes rising auto use and calls for stricter speed limits. It cites pedestrian safety concerns and urges mayor and council to pass a strong enforcement ordinance to curb reckless driving on business streets.
The state ends the old convict lease system at midnight and starts a new experiment in road labor. Counties will use convicts to improve public roads, with Clarke County already experienced. The change aims to raise road quality and farmland value, though success depends on counties applying the system wisely and with effort.
The piece argues that Athens gains greatly when conventions gather there. It emphasizes mingling local and distant business leaders from Georgia and beyond, urging professionals to contribute time and effort to host and support visiting delegates.
Athens business leaders urge robust convention commerce arguing the city can become the state’s premier meeting hub. Delegates praise local hospitality while chamber groups plan proactive efforts to attract gatherings, crediting long term prosperity to convention activity. The piece notes Southern congressmen’ opposition to tariffs and stresses loyalty to Democratic principles amid tariff debate.
The Board of Health calls for intensified sanitation in Athens, stressing fly control and year round cleanliness. It warns that an unclean lot can bring typhoid fever and even death. Citizens are urged to take pride, clean their lots, and participate in a citywide effort this week.
Public spirited Athenians are urged to secure the New York American baseball team for training in Athens next year. The move would bring about fifty five people for six weeks, spending about three hundred dollars daily, boosting local publicity and commerce. It could also benefit the University of Georgia team through practice with professionals and attract other teams. Manager Stallings reportedly wants to stay in Athens, making now the moment to act.
The excerpt argues that Republicans will not concede tariff benefits to the South. It asserts the party’s power rests on tariff protection, predicting only minor revisions to appease dissenting northern Republicans. The piece claims the bulk of tariff gains will stay with party leaders and northern supporters.
Athens has invested over four hundred thousand dollars in street improvements in recent years, including property owner contributions. Granolithic sidewalks are praised as the best recent improvement, with plans to extend them as funds permit. Visitors commend the street appearance, while the new hotel draws private attention.
The state offers fifteen thousand dollars for the capture of the Willie Whitla kidnapers. Authorities should act decisively to deter this crime across classes. Protect every child and ensure severe penalties to prevent future kidnappings. The father forgives but the commonwealth must pursue justice and imprison the offenders.
The Danner endorses the T. P. A gathering in Athens praising the organization as genial leaders of commercial interests and pledging comfort for attendees while stressing progress and civic welcome during the convention.
Enthusiastic members of the order, many from Athens, are helping ensure a royal welcome as they convene. The article highlights commerce as a key uplift, with Travelers Protective Association leaders at the forefront. Athens takes pride in hosting distinguished citizens and expects attendees to depart with pleasant memories.
The Hotel Georgian’s presence draws large conventions and business gatherings to Athens. The Southern Railway Commercial agents and the T P A will hold meetings this week, boosting the city’s profile. President Billups Phinizy and the Athens Hotel Company are celebrated for financing and backing the project, transforming Athens’ status in the South.
An advertisement extols Perry Davis Painkiller as a universal remedy stopping sprain pain burns and bruises easing rheumatism cramps colic diarrhoea and colds. It notes 35 and 50 cent bottle sizes and urges readers to ask their druggist for Perry Davis medicine.
The funeral for Mr Jesse T Hill was held yesterday at 12:30 PM at West End Baptist Church with many mourners present including Confederate veterans. The service featured hymns Rock of Ages and Gathering Home, readings from Revelation, a sermon by Rev Willie Saye, and tribute to Hill’s faith before interment at White Hall.
Athens has outgrown the average city in the state and now ranks as the leading convention city. This year more conventions will meet in Athens than in any other city in the state.
Guy Carleton Lee delivered the concluding talk of a tripartite course at the State Normal School Auditorium on Victorious Womanhood. He traced women’s progress from prehistoric times to modern days, praising female equality yet difference, and urged wider outlets for women’s abilities.
A speech argues that American women have earned freedom but the central role remains homemaking. It contends women should not abandon home life for business, while praising gains in wages and reform work. The speaker warns against attacks on marriage and the home, urging vigilance to preserve virtue and family.
An advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder to ease tired aching feet and make tight shoes comfortable. It claims to cure swollen hot and sweaty feet, relieve corns and bunions, and offers a free trial package along with a free sample of the Foot-Ease Corn Pad. Sold by druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents. Address Allen Olmsted Le Roy, N.Y.
The Barkoot Amusement Co plans a week of high class entertainment in Athens starting April 19. They may set tents on Washington Street between College Avenue and Lumpkin Street, drawing large crowds. Earlier rumors of a strike were unfounded, as the company grows larger this season.
News and notes of sport report Annapolis will close its season with a May 29 game at West Point. Owen Moran again leads the way for Britisher in a bout involving Murphy. Blaine Dublin shows form with the Cincinnati Reds. Packey McFarland delivers strong work against Leach Croes. The Swiss Aero Club sets October 10 for the Bennett cup International balloon race.
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