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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1910
Page
4
A rambling Athens centered column praises the city, its education, local leaders, and civic spirit. It mentions Athens as a superior place to live, hints at political races, advertising plans, and bids to attract out-of-town groups while noting national figures and issues.
Governor Brown Defends proposed changes to registration timing and railroad commission structure, denying repeal of laws. He argues to reduce commissions, cut costly posts, allow municipalities control of streetcars and telephones, and urges prompt teacher salary payments without harming debt management. He contrasts prior administrations and defends democracy against autocracy, citing Georgia's platform and public welfare.
A retiring official asserts duties to the state capital demand nearly all time. He appeals to voters to approve his record, stating if approved he should be re-elected, if not approved he cannot ask for re-election. He asks for continued faith in the people.
The South’s high school drive gains momentum as Georgia voters consider a constitutional amendment to allow counties to tax for school support. A New York Times report credits university linked recruiters and local efforts for the spread of high and industrial schools across Alabama Florida Georgia Mississippi North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee and Virginia with 515 buildings erected in six years at a cost of 6.42 million dollars and 1.76 million raised locally.
Hon Martin V Calvin of the Georgia Experiment Station reveals that the South produces a large share of corn, with 1909 yields showing 16.4 bushels per acre in cotton states vs 31.3 in non cotton states, implying potential doubling of gross corn output if southern yields rise. The Georgia State College of Agriculture assists in this crucial improvement.
Georgia General Assembly adjourned after a busy session with much talk and little lawmaking. Tax revision remaining unsolved, yet a constitutional amendment allowing counties to levy high school taxes is favored. Voters face choosing a new legislature this month to pursue needed tax and other reforms.
An Atlanta Constitution editorial proposed a Georgia land owners exposition in Atlanta to help farmers liquidate idle land. It argues many Georgia landowners lack tenants and wish to sell. the plan aims to mobilize small farm owners and attract investment with a practical, low cost event. Athens leaders favor the concept.
An editorial urges Georgia landowners to unite for a land-owners exposition to connect buyers and sellers, with Georgia’s diverse counties showcased by soil samples, county products, and maps. It argues Georgia lands offer strong returns and calls for response from landholders statewide to organize and promote opportunities.
The nation expresses sympathy for New York Mayor William J. Gaynor after a laborer shot him as he prepared to depart for a vacation. Officials believe the wound is not fatal and hope for a full recovery. Despite the scare, Americans unite in expecting Gaynor to resume duties soon. Courts are expected to hand swift punishment to the assailant to deter future attacks.
The Ananias club revives after Teddy adds member George B. M. Harvey following a disputed Roosevelt remark. The North American Review article claimed Roosevelt would win if a national election occurred in November, prompting sharp denial and renewed club interest.
Mayor Gaynor appointed Driscoll to fix weights and measures, exposing widespread use of false weights and overcharging. The crackdown destroyed false weights, banned selling untested measures, and ended merchants charging for wrappings. If mirrored in other cities, it could save millions and ease the cost of living.
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