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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1907
Page
4
The Athens Banner lists delivery by carriers or mail with yearly, semiannual, and weekly rates. Cash in advance required. Remittances may be sent by check, money order, or registered letter. The Record praises shade trees and notes mill village improvements spurring village beautification over years.
An article argues that Northern labor and property values are harmed by black settlement and that sentiment favors segregation or deportation. It cites Chicago Evening Post data and predicts widening racial separation across communities, with Philadelphia already advancing segregated policies and a broader plan for exclusive territorial use.
The South enjoys rising prosperity with wealth reflected in costlier homes and beautified towns. The Record notes demand for landscape gardeners and engineers, drawing professionals from the North to work in southern villages and mill towns.
In Kansas City three Native American girls defend their ancestors by placing a stake on an ancient Indian burial ground, armed with a Winchester rifle, declaring the resting place must remain undisturbed and warning the government to back off. The piece asserts the land once belonged to Indians and urges protection of gravesite heritage.
The dispute between state and federal courts in North Carolina over the railroad matter may go to the United States Supreme Court soon. Gov. Glenn would be wise to appeal Judge Pritchard’s mandate rather than ignore it. If taken up, Roosevelt may push the case to the head of the docket, though he would prefer to delay.
The piece argues Georgia should receive more money for its convicts. Alabama pays forty five dollars a month for its convicts, while Georgia leased theirs at a low rate and lessees profited. The legislature will likely authorize a new lease, and Georgia should claim the greater share of the value.
A New York Evening Post critique questions President Roosevelt’s statements on a Pacific naval movement. Reports show shifting claims from denial to possible, then direct plans for battleships, with Secretary Metcalf later confirming the Pacific deployment. The piece warns how such mixed messages fuel sensational newspaper brawling.
Editorial argues for state right to appeal jury verdicts in criminal trials, citing miscarriages of justice in Louisiana and urging reforms. It defends the jury while stressing modern needs and protections for society, proposing review when justice is outraged and verdicts clearly wrong.
The piece argues President Roosevelt exhausted republican vitality and staged a display for his party by borrowing several democratic policies. It notes Bryan’s accusation that he stole the thunder of the Sasoweate.
The piece cites former populist Senator Peffer claiming the People's Party merged with Democrats and that Roosevelt and the Republicans now adopt populist principles. It argues populism is dead but GOP and Democratic coalitions push reform, while critics say the reformers stand with those who keep the thunder.
A critical editorial argues reform waves threaten proper governance and warn that sweeping measures may backfire. It cautions against indiscriminate anti rail reform and predicts adverse results, asserting reforms will often fail to bring promised relief.
The article states Korea becomes an integral part of the Japanese empire after years of conflict with Russia and Japan’s victory. It notes Japan will defend Korean interests, build a larger army, and confront potential Russian moves again. It hints at growing Japanese hubris and possible tensions with the United States.
A political rail about the Dingley tariff and its impact on the country. It questions how long the American people will permit tariffs to harm industry and oppress domestic interests, urging action against the ongoing tariff effects.
The passage condemns Dingley era tariffs and a thread price rise from 6 to 10 cents per spool. It argues higher costs hurt the poor, especially sewers, with the American Thread Company and foreign control blamed for monopolistic pricing under the tariff wall. It notes lack of competition and claims workers shoulder the burden.
The Chattanooga News reports Professor H D Fetzer asks for copies to use five minutes daily in Conasauga High School Hellotrope Tenn to educate pupils in world affairs by reading a daily paper. Editors urge support from schools and readers to establish class discussions and improve publications. DeWitts Little Early Risers are advertised.
Washington July 0 The first Philippine election marks the path toward self government. Voters choose provincial boards municipal presidents and counsels with terms varying from two to four years. The Philippine Assembly will wield legislative powers with 81 delegates and a limit of 100, acted by the Philippine Commission. Taft witnesses the first assembly’s October convening.
Delegates from all United States Jewish organizations plan to convene at Carnegie Hall in October to form the International Congress of All Israel. The body would act authoritatively against oppression and seek recognition from rulers, with international headquarters likely in New York on Ladop.
For twenty five cents you can insure yourself and family against ailments from attacks and illnesses. The notice urges purchase of Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, claiming rapid relief. Available by HOR, Palmer & Sons, Warren, Smith & Bro, L. P. Coaoning, E. McEvoy, Orr Drug Company, Athena, Ga.
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