Home Enterprises and Athens Local Purchasing Spirit
The Banner urges Athens residents to keep spending with home firms to boost the city’s growth. It praises local manufacturers and merchants like The Georgia Brick Co GS Crone Co Athens Works Athens Mattress and Spring Hill Co Enterprise Manufacturing Co Climax Hosiery Co and others, arguing that buying locally strengthens Athens and makes it a leading Southern city.
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Athens
New York
Atlanta
Georeke Hrick Co
GS. Crone & Co
Hulldttas
Athensuis
Athens Mattress and Spring Hel Co
Enterprise Manuacturing Co
Climax Hosiery Co
Golden Jubilee at Lucy Cobb Institute Draws Attention
The semi centennial celebration of the Lucy Cobb Institute in June attracts statewide and Southern interest. Alumnae Day on June 3 will gather several hundred alumnae for programs. The event, a landmark for Athens, features many notable graduates and promises lively activities. Citizens are urged to assist Miss Rutherford and Mrs Lipscomb in planning and hospitality for visiting alumnae and pupils.
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Lucy Cobb Institute
South
Georgia
Athens
Lucy Cobb
Miss Rutherford
Anarchy and Socialism Spark National Debate
A New York bomb incident, attributed to an anarchist, prompts nationwide discussion on anarchism and socialism. Authorities warn against danger at socialist gatherings while noting unemployed crowds gather to vent, and urge keeping anarchists away from such events.
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New York
Armerica
Disorder in crowd spurs police action amid anarchist violence
Analyzing a chaotic scene, authorities claim anarchists exploited a crowd as officers struggled to maintain order. The Washington Post notes the balance between free speech and preventing violence, while New York police face criticism for their handling. The Charleston paper reports clashes and justified arrests, with emphasis on discipline and crowd control.
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Aisreed
Washington Post
Chad
New York
Seul
Wien
Charleston
Whale Pogalation
Teaching Agriculture in Georgia Schools Urged for Prosperity
The article argues to begin teacher training in agriculture now through the state college of agriculture. It notes most Georgia schools are rural and that educated citizens on farms boost prosperity. It urges state funding to support ongoing agricultural education and better methods for teachers statewide.
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Aomen
Georgia
Aideh
Possi
Wo O
State College of Aprieriture
State College
Athens Bonds Seek Sewer and Water Improvements
On the 16th Athens voters will decide on seventy five thousand dollars of thirty year five percent bonds. Forty thousand funds sewer lines and thirty five thousand expands and improves the water system. The proposal stresses health, expanding sewerage in growing districts and safeguarding the water supply.
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Athens
Witte
Reforms and Public Works Propel Athens Toward Growth
An editorial urges Athens voters to approve water and sewer bond measures without tax increases, arguing sewer rents will cover interest. It warns against reckless reform and praises the city’s economic expansion, new office buildings, a grand hotel, and a growing business climate, urging citizens to stay focused on prudent progress.
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Linta Allo
Athens
Athena
Witea
Hearst Independence League Could Shape 1920 Campaign
The Savannah News outlines William R Hearsts potential role in the Independence League and its impact on the 1920 race. It notes Hearst might avoid a presidential nomination while aiming to influence national politics, possibly seeking New York City mayoral goals and a future White House bid. The piece also discusses Bryan opposition, recount chances, and how the league could siphon votes from both major parties.
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William R. Hearst
Independence League
United States
Mr. Bevan
Hearst
Savannah News
Narlan
Wincelf
McClellan
New York
Nhotly
Mr. Bryan
En Weaver
Heartly
Democratic Party
Bryan
Mr. Hearst
Sue
Utta
Giles Ieasiess
Cleveland on Reforms Opinion Piece Reflects Liberty Balance
A Cleveland era editorial outlines reform as essential yet warns against overreach. It cites Grover Cleveland’s interview in the New Orleans Picayune arguing reform should curb evils and protect public good while preserving personal liberty and private rights.
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Cleveland
Grover Cleveland
New Orleans Picayune
Campaign Contributions and Roosevelt’s Campaign Tactics
The piece argues President Roosevelt should urge Congress to require disclosure and public funding for campaign expenditures, alleging Republicans have long used money to influence elections. It cites Bryan’s 1896 defeat, 1900 corporate influence, Parker’s charges in 1904, and Life Insurance probes as evidence of ongoing tactics. It questions Roosevelt’s resolve to confront this national scandal.
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Roosevelt
Congress
Quarty
William Wo Bryan
Bryant
Parker
Jorge Parker
Ananias Clib
Republi
White House
Growth in Athens City Underpinning Its Rise
Athens shows a doubling of population in eight years and a 50 percent surge in business to over forty million dollars annually. The city hosts multiple insurance firms, expanding mills, and rapid housing, education, and construction growth. The piece contrasts this progress with political attacks amid Georgia politics and ends with a Cleveland-style medical ad note.
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Athens
Athens 9
Southern Mutual
Athens Mutual
Mutual Life Industrial Association of Georgia
Columbia Fire Insurance Company
University of Georgia
Mystery surrounds death of Walter Baker in 1900s case
New York April 7 The rich Walter Baker's death last October remains unsolved. Coroner a jury found poisoning but authorities plan no arrest unless private detectives provide new facts. Baker left an estimated $600000 fortune. His will largely benefits Hurd's daughter Nataline Tittle, with disputes and a long court fight ahead. The case drew investigations in New Jersey and Boston before stalling.
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New York
Walter Baker
Mergen County
Attrney
Ker
Baker
Myo
Frank Word ii
Haston Wis
Walter
Estini
Testil
Boston
Hurd
Bogota
Hurds
Atricken
Nataten Tittle Child
Cotite
Tittle
Diawecet
Hye Hitet
Studer
Scarlet Fey
New Jersey
Mins
Howev Beliee
Mahlad
Polson
Acelie
District Attorney
Stannees
Lesev R. Tnnannees
Hay
Ely's Cream Balm Safe Under Pure Food Law Claims
The article asserts the pure food law protects consumers from injurious ingredients in foods and drugs and that Ely's Cream Balm for cold in the head hay fever contains no prohibited substances and meets the law’s requirements. It emphasizes safety and lawful labeling on every pack.
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Ely
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