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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1906
Page
4
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A historical discussion argues the Negro must play a larger role in crime suppression within his race. It cites Baptist convention remarks by Rev. George C. Mason and Rev. J. D. Rouse endorsing self-respect, educational advancement, and lawfulness while blaming white society for systemic issues.
The Macon News reports President Roosevelt sent a telegram to the Grand Army of the Republic, extending heartfelt greetings in behalf of the nation for Civil War service. The piece argues that even if the South had won, the United States would endure, and criticizes current corruption and the idea of a national empire.
The Savannah News cites Republican bias toward trusts in government contracts for army blankets and armor plate, while the Chattanooga News reports Iowa Democrats favor full anti trust measures. A New York Sun column on Southern chivalry contrasts northern and southern manners, praising southern courtesy and noting personal observations from a New Jersey resident.
A discussion argues that Southern men often show more respect and chivalry toward women, yet many well-mannered people exist in the North. The piece attributes much of this to early training, noting how it shapes the conduct of young men.
The article discusses imperial rivals in Africa and the potential for intervention against a mad mullah, with commentary on Liberal restraint in Britain. It then shifts to U S economic trends, showing rising manufacturing exports versus agriculture, and argues for progressive taxes including income and inheritance taxes amid political maneuvering, warning of Republican shifts and Supreme Court controversies.
The Banner endorses the people’s verdict after the gubernatorial race and Hoke Smith’s incumbency ends. It lauds James M. Smith for a strong statewide effort, highlighting victories in McDude Lincoln and other counties, and praises avoiding Watson as a Democratic delegate.
A Georgia Augusta Chronicle report notes renewed activity by the Mad Mullah and his followers in Somaliland. Earlier hopes of British relief or safe refuge are dashed as the Mullah resumes raiding and taunts authorities.
A scrambled clipping notes disputes over party lines with "Mall" and "News" quips. It cites a burglar misidentity story and claims Republicans push for factional gains, framed as satire on 1900s political airing.
A stockholders meeting adopted a plan to raise capital to 150000 dollars and to invest in plant improvements. The Eatonton oil mill, once Putnam Oil Mills, joins as Oconee Oil Refining Co. Officers elected: J C Cooper president A M Dobbs vice president B S Dobbs secretary and treasurer. Dobbs a Georgia graduate will relocate to assume duties.
Atlanta Aug 27 Governor Terrell announces 144 trustees will be named for eleven new agricultural colleges to be established in Georgia. Bids for buildings and grounds must be submitted, with maintenance funded by fertilizer inspection fees. trustees will be drawn from every district county. Fulton County forms Ku Klux Klan.
Forty Russian Hebrew orphans, moved to New York after Moscow unrest, faced a special inquiry board and were ordered excluded under the 1903 immigration act. They will be sent back to Hamburg with Mrs Perlmann overseeing care until departure. meanwhile funds ensure meals and supervision on Ellis Island.
A vintage advertisement touts DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a remedy for sun burn and mosquito bites in the summer. It claims the product brings relief and notes the box bears the genuine name, sold by Orr Drug Co.
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