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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1908
Page
4
The county clerk J B Gamble is praised as a hard working official. He handles bond issue funds for road paving and oversees growing county business. Despite increased duties his salary remains unchanged at fifty dollars per month. The grand jury is in session and may recommend a pay raise. The Banner believes taxpayers will support the increase.
The city will vote on issuing seventy five thousand dollars in bonds one seventy five thousand for sewerage and waterworks extensions. With no apparent opposition a full turnout is urged to strengthen the measure and attract bond purchasers, stressing civic health and welfare.
The article warns of imminent peril from rapid forest depletion in the Southern Appalachians. It notes more than two million horsepower of water power depends on these forests and argues neglect could render this power useless. Urges thoughtful action now to protect forests and water resources for future economic benefiting millions.
The voters of Athens must register to vote in the county primary on May 2 and the state primary on May 4. The notice mentions a special election for sheriff and urges eligible residents to complete registration.
The Banner urges all voters to register for the approaching primary, warning that assuming they are on the registration list and voting without re registering risks losing their votes. It stresses registration with Tax Collector Linton since January 1st and notes the necessity regardless of candidate preferences.
The text surveys multiple political moves including Frederick B. Lynch chairing Minnesota’s Democratic committee, Colonel Worthg Russell seeking reelection in Chatham County, and Herbert Hadley withdrawing from Missouri governor race due to ill health. It mentions Taft’s New York plan, West Virginia convention, potential New York mayor candidate Lewis Nixon, and other state races with Conway, Hughes, and Watson among candidates. It also notes Governor Roosevelt conference and a Montgomery Missouri election result.
A two story tenant house known as the Dave Bronett place near Winterville, about two miles from town, burned Sunday morning around seven o'clock. Owned by Gordon Freeman, the old structure caught fire from a burning chimney and burned rapidly. It was occupied by African Americans who saved only a few belongings.
Cough remedy claims to aid nature by allaying coughs, easing lung relief, aiding expectoration, and restoring health. Advertises testimonials and lists local retailers H R Palmer Sons Warren Smith Bro L J P Canning E C McEvoy Orr Drug etc.
The annual convention of the May the Highth District in this city is planned for summer, likely July. Worshipful Master Hf. R. Palmer of Mt. Vernon Lodge heads committees on entertainment, transport, and reception to arrange the gathering. Last summer’s event drew many delegates despite date mix ups, and this year aims for broader attendance with coordination among district lodges. District Deputy Grand Master B. T. Moseley and Worshipful Master Wider will advance plans for permanent organization and annual conventions, seeking six to seven hundred Masons each year.
Numerous locals and visitors are listed with family ties and travels from Athens to Macon. Names include Miss Lela Waggoner, Mrs. Wal on Dudley, D. Carter, Miss Annie Sewell, Miss Lucile Cheney, Miss Annie Matthews, and others. Joyful gatherings, church vesper services at the Methodist church next Sunday feature Juvenile Missionary Society exercises at five.
An Athens testimonial promotes Dean's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney disease symptoms including back ache and urinary issues. H. C. Pollard of 134 Foundry Street endorses the remedy after relief from long standing kidney problems. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY lists Dean's Kidney Pills, 60 cents, as sole agents in the U.S. Remember the name. The Rose mayoral note appears as a separate item.
Judge Charles H. Brand presides as the Clarke Superior Court convenes Monday. The grand jury, led by foreman John D. Moss, is charged with all necessary law. Several divorce cases proceed with dispositions including Willis, Dorsey, Aycock, Moore, Harris, Broome, Bridhberry, and others granted. The state vs Tiger vendor case and other matters are noted with fines and sentences.
In the Augusta Chronicle weekly feature, Miss Mildrey Rutherford is praised as a Georgia educator and author. The piece notes her role at Lucy Cobb Institute, her three books on English American and Southern Authors, and her influence on Georgian literary culture. It also mentions Gov. Hoke Smith’s campaign speeches in Rutherford’s home county.
Georgia lost Mr. B. Smith and Sid Smith as the two debaters faced North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The audience favored Georgia, but the judges returned a decision for North Carolina. Georgia’s Smiths were said to have acquitted themselves with rare credit and upheld the University of Georgia’s reputation magnificently.
Georgia editorials from Albany to Augusta discuss reform candidates Brown Watson and Smith. Articles criticize liquor charges, praise hard lines against ring rule, and urge voters to back Sam Tribble and Joe Brown while highlighting farmer city merchant tensions and Hammond’s stance.
The Clarke County press debates Joe Browns suitability as governor amid Prohibition tensions. Editors and voters weigh Hoke Smiths stance and Howard reelection, while local supporters recall past campaigns and party lines as Athens conversations reveal political divisions.
An advertiser touts JELL-O as a dainty, economical dessert that can be prepared instantly by adding boiling water and serving once cooled. It emphasizes correct flavoring and sweetness, notes a local package serves a large family, and states compliance with Pure Food Laws with seven flavors listed.
Judge George C. Thomas has been retained as counsel for Arthur Delapperiere who shot Cook at Hoshton Sunday. Thomas returned from Hoschton last night and says he will present sets to call for acquittal of his client on grounds of defense.
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a fast treatment for catarrh asthma bronchitis and hay fever claiming relief within 10 to 24 hours. It promotes the soothing antiseptic spray Hycatel and notes the full outfit costs 1.00 with extra bottles at 60 cents. A customer testimonial from Hebtredge Nebraska praises rapid relief for sore throat and cold.
The people of Georgia refuse deception from the official organ and political cohorts in the gubernatorial race. They have decided to elect a conservative business man and farmer they trust to provide honest administration and governance for Georgia.
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