Athens Banner rates and reflections on political figures
The Athens Banner lists subscription prices and payment methods for the Athens Banner and The Weekly or Sunday Banner. It then publishes a series of reflective passages about former Governor Robert L. Taylor of Tennessee, General Bates, and Senator Frazier, suggesting hope, lessons from Japan, and long-term political patience amid criticism and speculation about succession and public life.
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Robert L. Taylor
United States Senate
Frazier
Senate
Robert
Taylor
Japan
Rusala
Bob Taylor
Hon
Tennessee
World predicts Roosevelt renomination despite Democratic doubts
The World asserts Roosevelt will be renominated and reelected, arguing the Republican stance favors him. The piece counters, predicting Roosevelt will not be renominated or reelected, claiming voters tire of him. It argues Democrats will unite in 1908, embracing true democracy with a strong platform and vigorous campaign to win.
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Roosevelt
Democratic Party
Sayings of Governor Folk Highlight Law and Patriotism
Missouri Governor Joseph W. Folk is praised for bold, pragmatic views on enforcing law and civic duty. He emphasizes repealing bad laws, universal law observance, and the ballot's power, while noting virtue in city and state service and citizen character shaping a government’s quality.
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Joseph W. Folk
Missouri
Millionaire Son Chooses Love Over Wealth in Phelps Stokes Tale
The famous Phelps Stokes and Rose Pastor romance captures a son of fortune abandoning social alliance for a life among New York's poor. He narrates his choice with simple emphasis, detailing shared ideals and a pledge to labor beside Miss Pastor in the East Side.
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Phelps Stokes
Rose Harriet Pastor
Miss Pastor
Jonens
Mfe
New York City
Bo He Ja
Bossing the Railroads and the Negro Question Split in the Nation
The essay argues southern states have gentler attitudes toward Negroes than the North, with mixed labor customs. It cites Chicago’s vote for municipal ownership of railways and utilities, warning of vast costs, vested rights, and disaster. It criticizes Europe and Australia for public ownership and cautions against government-led monopolies replacing private enterprise.
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Ents
Black Belt
Chicago
Independent
Cincinnati Enquirer
Philadelphia
Australia
France
Europe
United States
Poultney Bigelow on the Negro in America
Extracts from Poultney Bigelow protest against flattering views of the Negro and calls for self-help. He argues against white rule over blacks and notes the nation’s gifts like the 14th amendment and Booker Washington policy have shifted burdens. He claims real opportunity exists in this country with access to West Point and state schools.
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Poultney Bigelow
Massachusetts
Booker Washington
West Point
Bonds of Small Cities and State Bond Deposits
The state treasurer urges allowing registered municipal bonds as deposits for insurance companies, citing difficulty obtaining U S or Georgia bonds at high premiums. A prior Senate bill backed the idea. House in adjournment haste did not act. The MecDuffe Progress and Banner support the call for broader deposits for small-city bonds.
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United States
Georgia
Fidelity
Senate of
House of Representatives
Farmer
Bonds For Small Cities In State Face No Inferiority
The article argues municipal bonds from cities under twenty thousand inhabitants are as sound as those from larger cities. It notes fewer defaults in smaller cities, challenges the treasurer’s recommendation, and asserts all bonds are limited by constitutional debt rules. It also critiques Roosevelt's square deal stance and contrasts northern and southern racial incidents, citing New York housing discrimination against black families.
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Athens
Atlanta
Rhoderick
Theodore Roosevelt
United States of America
South
New York
White House
Rhoderick Roosevelt
The
Washington Post
Birmingham
Mobile
New Orleans
Roosevelt
New York City
West 100th Street Residents Oppose Black Influx
A fragment argues that West 100th Street residents resist integrating Black people and display Southern social prejudice, despite claims of freedom from such bias. It frames opposition to social equality as a regional trait south of Mason-Dixon.
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South
Mason and Dixon
West 100Th Street
Georgia Politico Pulse From Savannah to Athens
A string of political notes and editorials across Georgia discuss endorsements, gubernatorial stances, and senatorial prospects. Mentions include Dr Len G Broughton may back Clark Howell, Chancellor Walter Hill on Dooly county budget, Governor Terrell visiting Greenesboro, Clarke county road work, and Georgia Senate speculation with Tom Felder and Steve Clay as possible contenders.
Tutt's Pills For Torpid Liver Campaign Tease
Some state papers hint that Hon. Jas. M. Smith will run a quiet campaign while the Colonel plans a bigger push. The public can expect a lively political season once he begins, with efforts to sway voters and set the tone for upcoming battles.
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Jas. M. Smith
Protests Over Summer Baseball Rule Roil Georgia Scene
The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association rule against summer baseball for college players drew intense debate in Atlanta. Alumni urged abolition or amendment while concerns about fairness and timing dominated discussions as Georgia and Mercer teams faced protests and lineup disruptions ahead of a key game.
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Rule of Athletic Association
Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Atlanta
Georgia
Tech
Lowndes
Atlanta Prep League
Martin
Russell Grants Bail For C D Burnett
C D Burnett, jailed in Gwinnett County since the killing of Young Daniel, was granted bail by Judge Russell. Col C H Brand argued for bail. a bail bond of 5000 dollars was set after a full hearing.
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C. D. Burnett
Gwinnett County
Young Daniel
Russell
Col. C. H. Brand
Ball
New Road Survey Nears Athens Jeffer son Line
Surveyors have nearly finished the Athens and Jefferson railroad survey and expect to begin construction. They chose a scenic route and will decide the entry into Athens later. George J. Baldwin of Gainesville Midland will visit Athens to push work, aiming for completion and operation by January 1, 1906.
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Athens and Jefferson
Athens
George J. Baldwin
The
Gainesville
Governor appoints board of visitors to University of Georgia
Atlanta on April 10 Governor Terrell named five appointees to the state university at Athens for 1905. The board includes T. E. Hollingsworth Washington Ga George E B Nolan Marietta W C Cheney Valdosta Colonel B G Swanson LaGrange and W B Kent Mount Vernon. The group will visit Athens at commencement in June and report to the governor for transmission to the legislature.
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Atlanta
Terrell
State University At
Athens
T. E. Hollingsworth
Washington, Ga
George EB. Nolan
Marietta
W. C. Cheney
Valdosta
B. G. Swanson
LaGrange
W. B. Kent
Mount Vernon
State University
Funeral of Mr D M Kenney Held at First Methodist Church
The funeral services for Mr David M Kenney were held Sunday at 3 PM at the First Methodist Church where he belonged. Rev Ellison D Stone and Dr Isaac S Hopkins led scripture, prayer, and a short sermon. Masons and Mt Vernon Lodge officiated at the grave with other fraternal orders in attendance.
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First Methodist Church
David M. Kenney
Ellison D. Stone
Isaac 8. Hopkins
Hopkins
Stone
Mt. Vernon Lodge
Rheumatism Relief Promises From Pain Balm
The article promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism, claiming quick relief after one application and potential permanent cures. It notes extensive sales and lists H. R. Palmer & Bons and W. J. Smith & Bros as distributors during wartime sales.
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Chamberlain
H. R. Palmer & Bons
W. J. Smith & Bros
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