Crawford W Long Infirmary Bid Boosted By Clubs
Athens Daily Banner notes support from the Federation of Women's Clubs and the Georgia Medical Association for funding the Crawford W. Long Infirmary at the University of Georgia. Census reminders urge Athens residents to ensure listings, while railway expansion promises improved city facilities. The piece contrasts political maneuvering with civic effort and county progress.
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Lies and Halucinations About Crime Figures Debunked
The Banner references an article by Hugh C Wier reprinted in The World and published in London World, asserting alarming murder and conviction rates. The Florida Times Union rebuts, clarifying definitions of homicide and murder, disputing Georgia and London statistics, and condemning the spread of such dubious figures.
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Campaign urged for Long statue in Washington Statuary Hall
Athens calls for an immediate campaign to persuade the legislature to appropriate funds at the next session for a statue of Dr Crawford W Long to be placed in Statuary Hall in Washington. The piece notes growing global recognition of Long and Georgia’s earlier selection pairing him with Alexander H. Stephens.
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President Barrett On Agricultural Education Debate
President Barrett of the re Union criticized institutions teaching agriculture for overemphasizing book learning. The article argues a needed mix of theory and practice for a well rounded education, contending pure practical training cannot suffice and high level scientific instruction remains essential for farmer boys.
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Roosevelt in Europe misstates American government
The author argues Theodore Roosevelt’s remarks in Europe misrepresent the U S system and the American people. He warns Europeans not to accept Roosevelt’s claims as authoritative, noting inconsistencies and the dangers of equating his views with American policy.
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Southern anger at pardon debate over Cooper case echoes Northern bias
The South rejects hasty pardons for Duncan B. Cooper, slain Senator Carmack, while Northern editors are rebuked for branding the region barbaric. The Baltimore Sun cites crimes in New York as counterpoint, noting public danger and hypocrisy. A Macon Telegraph counterattack argues crime rates dispute northern claims with Wilcox statistics on prisoners by race.
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A Negro Editor's View Sparks Debate in The Banner
The Banner prints an Atlanta Independent editorial by a black editor who argues for rising to a high citizenship standard before voting, endorses some white-led policies, and urges Northern supporters to gain more insight to ease sectional tensions and promote accord.
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Government and the Bears in Cotton Speculation
The piece argues the U S government should police speculation in cotton and other grains but criticizes selective enforcement. It questions why federal action targets bull pools now while ignoring similar schemes in wheat, suggesting political influence sways market policing and urging equal treatment across classes and regions.
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Pattersonism versus law and order in Tennessee campaign
The Tennessee governor is faulted nationwide for pardoning Duncan B. Cooper in Carmack’s murder case. The Chattanooga News argues Patterson bears responsibility for the crime’s disgrace and urges repudiation at the polls to restore Tennessee’s honor and enforce the reign of law.
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Preachers Join Fight Against Tuberculosis Nationwide
The article describes ministers delivering sermons on tuberculosis from pulpits across the country. It notes doctors and clubs already combat the disease and urges public action, warning it claims more lives yearly than any other illness. The piece emphasizes hope, prevention, and civic duty to stamp out the plague.
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Barrow address urges greater white education to solve Georgia race issue
Chancellor Barrow spoke before the Georgia Society in New York last Saturday cautioning residents to expand educational facilities. He argues for intensified white schooling as a remedy to the Negro question and warns Georgia must invest more money and effort, urging wealthy citizens to fund youth education amid rising regional competition.
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The Passing of Mark Twain
The death of Samuel L. Clemens Mark Twain ends a life of humor and genius. He brought laughter to millions through his writings and stayed gentle and kind to the end. His works will continue to amuse future generations.
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