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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1903
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner promotes spring advertising and notes Clarke county road plans while commenting on Georgia and national affairs. It references state politics, Athens growth, and local projects including a new hotel and a Wesleyan presidency bid.
The Athens Chamber of Commerce starts a campaign to print and distribute 25 000 folders outlining Athens advantages. Residents will circulate them in daily mail and contribute to the city’s promotion effort for broad benefit.
The Daughters of the American Revolution plan an active effort this year to raise funds for a public monument honoring General Clarke. The Banner urges local citizens of Athens and Clarke County to support the project, viewing it as a lasting tribute to the soldier and to the nation’s founding heritage.
The article discusses Democratic prospects for the 1900 nomination. Senator Bacon avoids naming individuals while stressing a nationalist candidate acceptable to New York and other states. Senator Carmack backs Judge Parker as the viable choice who supported Chicago and Kaueng City platforms.
The Banner reports a Gan Club proposed locally with John Calhoun supporting a navy idea. The Washington Post lauds John G Carlisle for a legal mind enabling sharp argument without defaming clients. Community bands urged to back the Athena fair.
An old health ad extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as best value medicine for the money, claiming it purifies blood, cures pimples and eruptions, relieves fatigue, and boosts appetite and strength. It touts personal testimonials and price promotions.
Sealed proposals for city hall bonds of 50 000 dollars at 4 percent for 30 years are due by noon April 7. Bidder must attach 5 000 dollars certified check. Right to reject bids reserved. If accepted funds available for delivery. April 8 let contract for new city hall and start building. Old hall moved, grading to begin soon.
Real estate assessors have completed their labors and turned the books to city officials. Property owners have ten days to object if they dispute the assessed increases, which are likely to range from 150000 to 250000. The notice hints at a substantial citywide rise with several possible outcomes.
The Banner argues non interference with University of Georgia presses, noting North Carolina and Sewanee practices and local conditions in Athens and Chapel Hill. It urges readers to verify facts before arbitration, while warning about counterfeit claims and urging official scrutiny.
Farmers in the region expect heavy corn planting due to prolonged rains reducing cotton prospects. They anticipate being behind schedule and facing difficulty planting typical cotton acreage this season. A separate ad promotes Botanic Blood Balm, claiming cure for blood diseases and offering free samples and advice.
Notice states that the tax executions for the year 1903 have been turned over for collection and that the finance committee instructed immediate levy if unpaid. It also says to levy paying assessments now due if not paid, signed by B. F. Oulp, City Marshal.
A dubious advertorial piece announces Dr Janey William Kidd of Fort Wayne Indiana discovered an Elixir of Life. It promises free cures for rheumatic and systemic diseases, offers samples by mail, and asserts dramatic recoveries with no risk to recipients.
The Athena Banner reports bright prospects for the Classic City with growth and prosperity highlighted. Editor Holder is praised for driving progress as The Banner boosts civic development and community flair.
The federal court in the city gears up for a busy April session with over one hundred trial cases on the docket and more than that number to be presented to the grand jury. The session is expected to last about three to four days. A testimonial praises Chambrlain’s Cough Remedy as effective for coughs colds and hoarseness in children, with a Colombo watchmaker recommending it and noting it’s sold by all druggists.
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