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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1907
Page
6
The Athens Daily Banner lists carrier and mail delivery options with rates. Six months cost $5.00 at $2.50 per issue, one month $1.25, and weekly rates set at 10 cents per week or $1.00 per year for the Weekend or Sunday Banner, with advance payment required. Remittance may be by express money order or registered mail.
Fragmentary article discusses Mr Stead accused of promoting church influence over peace. It argues religion will advance civilization, notes mixed views on church power, and criticizes harsh rhetoric at a conference. It then shifts to cotton mills and the South, tracing Northern and Southern roles and hints at national industrial shifts. The Washington Post is cited on manufacturing localization.
The article discusses natural and economic forces guiding New England toward specialization in arable goods while the South expands cotton production. It notes the ongoing transfer from East to South, the enduring Yankee influence in manufacturing, and a booming cotton sector with rising mill activity and dividends. It cites the Chicago Tribune on cotton scrap value exceeding global gold production in 1906 and compares six year crop values, highlighting a massive growth in aggregate cotton wealth across continents.
The Chicago municipal ownership wave waned after two years under Mayor Dunne. Voters rejected the plan to own and operate rail lines, endorsing earlier Democratic proposals that regulated railroad corporations while discarding municipal ownership efforts.
A Pittsburg telegram recalls John Brislyn, inventor of rolling machinery used in the steel industry, who died at 72 in poverty and blind after selling his invention for little. The piece laments how brilliant inventors rarely reap lasting rewards, while financiers profit.
Judge Roan of Atlanta addresses a Rockdale grand jury denouncing an unwritten law as an invasion of the majesty of law. The Atlanta Constitution supports Roan, warning that unwritten law breeds anarchy and individual justice. The piece weighs legal theory against human nature.
A reader argues that a man has a right to defend his home against intrusion and urges laws to specify and detail his rights and when force may be used. The piece asserts court-defined protections are needed to clarify legal use of self defense at home.
The piece reports Grover Cleveland’s tariff focus as key to a 1908 Democratic win, arguing tariffs drive trusts and graft and urging revenue-based reform. Edward Shepard backs Cleveland, praising his independence, veto record, and stance against free silver while supporting public utility control and court-backed oversight.
The Banner urges accurate Southern history in schools and criticizes textbooks teaching treason to the country. It notes parents often neglect school reading choices and cites a Tampa case where literature urged rebellion. It argues local officials and contracts shape texts and calls for parental action to curb harmful content.
A historical note argues for giving parents greater influence in education and keeping teachers under parental oversight. It warns that removing the American child from home life harms growth and that a teacher beyond parental control harms pupil development.
The article discusses Cuban unrest between property owners favoring annexation and non-property owners preferring full independence. It argues the Platt amendment will persist, ensuring ongoing American interference. It predicts eventual annexation as a likely outcome in the near future.
The piece argues time is near for naming a Southern Democrat for the presidency. It notes Bryan's reluctance and recalls Francis M. Cockrell as a prior nomination candidate. It suggests several Southern politicians could lead and urges starting the movement now.
P G Robinson of between Athens and Barberville testifies the pills relieved his backache within forty eight hours after trying many remedies. He describes persistent kidney symptoms and improved strength, with normal secretions. Sold by all dealers 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents.
The Georgia immigration commission led by Governor-elect Hoke Smith departs Washington for a European tour to study immigration channels in Germany France Italy Norway Sweden and Scotland. The trip aims to promote Southern immigration and advance a future detailed campaign with plans for a Berlin to Savannah freight passenger service and a fall shipload of immigrants.
Second hand 125 HP Talbott engine recently overhauled in first class condition. Great bargain for buyers in the market of this size engine. Headquarters for machinery supplies with prompt attention to inquiries and orders. Write us when in the market and compare our prices before ordering elsewhere.
Atlanta reports J Hamilton Lewis, a native Georgian, failed to unseat Chicago Mayor Dunne as Republicans seized Windy City governance. Once touted for Congress, Lewis faced a sharp defeat that may end his bid for a Chicago seat and revive Georgian hopes for political rehabilitation.
Admiral Osborne says six cars are being built for separate Arctic dash attempts to the north pole. Two machines go to Dr. Frederick Cooke and Anthony Fiala, with three others reserved for undisclosed expeditions. The design blends land ice travel with water navigation aided by a rotating blade gear for open water.
The small son of Colonel Springs died in a barn fire near Raleigh. A stranger was seen fleeing the scene minutes after the blaze began, suggesting murder for revenge. Lawyer and prohibitionist Mr Adams faced threats after opposing distillers, with a detective now investigating.
A. A. Chisholm of Treadwell New York recounts severe indigestion nervousness and debility until Electric Bitters restored his health and allow d him to return to business. The remedy is sold by W. J. Smith Bro and H. R. Palmer Sons druggists for 60 cents.
Advertising copy touts DeWitts Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve as good for many uses including piles after twenty years of proven usage. Original formula promoted and sold by Orr Drug Co.
Rome Georgia April 9 John Shelton a well known farmer about fifty died this morning from hydrophobia contracted after a dog bite two weeks earlier. He had sought treatment in Atlanta and returned apparently well before convulsions and violent symptoms forced medical help. The attacking dog also spread the disease to several cattle.
New Orleans reports Purrty Cortez surrendered with about 1500 Honduran soldiers abandoning the port two days before Nicaraguan troops arrived. The laborers from banana plantations retraced to work sites as US Marines closed all three looms in Celba.
Richmond April 9 Thoms F Ryan of New York has purchased the Snead plantation property in Nelson county. A palatial remodeling is planned with a contractor and architect at work. The mansion will feature rare adornments and vast timber lands and is described to rival European palaces.
Mrs Fannie Connor of Rural Route 1 Georgetown Tenn recalls persistent coughs from pneumonia and credits Dr King s New Discovery as the only remedy that cured her lungs The ad notes the medicine is guaranteed by W J Smith & Bro and sold by H R Palmer & Sons Druggists with trial bottles free.
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