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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1914
Page
1
Governor John M. Slaton says Georgia's tax equalization act improves treasury conditions and enables prompt payment to teachers. He cites an estimated 65 percent of a 1914 tax value increase from previously untaxed property and notes the rate reduction reduces taxes for many while gradually eliminating state debt to schools.
Special to The Banner argues Americans are superior producers and builders but poor traders abroad. It cites exports of cattle and products totaling over 50 million dollars and lumber worth 18 million, with European purchases and tourism abroad leading to a perceived economic drain. It praises American wealth and criticizes foreign influence and royalty.
In a dispute cited by National Food Magazine, a lawyer questions a husband about ordering the cook to leave after a fire began. Mrs Burns testifies she refused to depart without a full month's notice.
A proposed Athens charter replaces ward lines and elected officials with five city managers. Two year terms for two managers and four years for three, a manager elected mayor for two years, and a city superintendent earning at least 3500. A civil service board, capped salaries, and a 1 percent tax limit with school levy flexibility are outlined. Voters must register by the 31st to participate in the September 15 election.
Receivers appointed for the International Steam Pump company a 29 million dollar firm in an equity suit brought by bondholders stockholders and a creditor The receivers may continue business citing a cash shortage as the cause of financial troubles The corporation joined in the application and receivers were granted in New York on August 26 by Associated Press
Monroe Ga Aug 26 Three murder cases one burglary and two larcenies were tried in Walton superior court over two days. Notable outcomes include Lillius Wood acquitted on self defense after killing Dock Boyce. Love Parks not guilty by alibi and Jim Marks found guilty of murder by verdict of voluntary manslaughter. Jim Davis acquitted on mistaken identity. Tom Thomas convicted of stealing a buggy. Mary Lawrence acquitted of murder after claiming defense of home against an intruder. Court expected to stay through Friday.
Eb Dobbs secures the party nomination in a Georgia contest for the Thirty-first district state senate race. Details on the district and campaign roles are unclear from the fragment.
Frank Taylor died this morning at 8 30 after several days illness from typhoid fever. Burial will be Thursday at noon at Sardis church. He was a prominent young farmer survived by his mother Mrs W D Carthers three brothers T E J Q and Henry Taylor and five sisters Mrs Jack Milner Arnoldsville Mrs B H Hardy Woodville and Fahnie Ada and Tat Taylor.
Mr. A. R. Kay, reported by the Athens Citizen 15, is marooned in Hannover, Germany. News hasn’t reached him in over a month, with only a slim 20 percent chance of escape. His brother and sister live in Berlin, but he knows no one there. Crowds gather for war updates as banks offer only sixty cents on the dollar. two spies were shot.
A hardware ad promotes painting now with Devoe brand. It warns against waiting for prices to drop and cites rising job costs. The message urges property owners to act promptly, mentioning Talmage Hardware Co as the seller.
Scientists and business leaders argue there is no waste in nature or industry only unrecovered value. They say waste exists because we have not found a method to turn it into profitable dollars.
Dr A C Hirleman joins the State College of Agriculture Athens to oversee hog cholera prevention in Georgia. He will coordinate with the college and be part of a corps of livestock experts aimed at boosting beef cattle and dairy industries, with plans to aid pig clubs and improve meat curing methods.
The Industrial Index notes a hopeful period of prosperity across the Southeast with major projects: Savannah terminals costing 600000 to 700000, a 12 to 14 story jail in Birmingham, sewer bonds of 600000 for Savannah, rail property upgrades at Waycross, a large Savannah lumber plant, Clearwater bond issue for living facilities and Jewish Alliance buildings, a 41 million railroad passenger station planned for Macon, and multiple plants and facilities coming to Seale, Forest Home, Crawfordville, Tavares, Ashburn, Arch Creek, and Clearwater, with new factories and warehouses in sight.
A concise reflection notes a gaffe prone speaker and urges readers to advertise their wants. The remark highlights the link between impulsive talk and miscommunication while prompting action through notices or ads.
Charles B Griffith of this city and Miss Lucy Griffith of Athens mourn the death of Mrs. A B Griffith at her son's Milledge Avenue residence. She was 82, native of Vermont, married to a Mr Griffith who died in 1875. Funeral from First Presbyterian Church will be held Friday. time to be announced.
Elmo Massengale, a national advertising figure, is named head of Fulton county’s delegation for the Macon state Democratic convention on September 1, seen as the likely temporary chairman filing.
The Texas State Democratic Convention adopted a platform stressing agricultural legislation for the next Legislature. James Ferguson was declared the party nominee for governor after a primary win by 45,500 votes. Prohibition was a campaign focal point as Ferguson vowed to veto liquor measures. the Texas Farmers Union pushed for agricultural bills, influencing the outcome.
Georgia Clarke County records show Hi Arnold Jr. filed sworn statements in the 1914 Democratic primary for a Georgia House seat. He declares total expenses of 207.73 dollars funded from his own resources and notes an initial incomplete report prompted by Erwin's request.
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