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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1910
Page
4
The Athens Banner outlines subscription rates and carrier delivery, then comments on diverse topics. It mentions Col. Bryan, German schools, paving streets, Mercer University, Taft, Waldorf Astor, pensions, and tariff revision amid political debate.
The United States is described as a major global government by population and wealth. The article cites a 100 million plus population including the Philippines and Hawai i, with China leading, then the British Empire, and the US fourth, followed by France, Japan, and Germany. It contemplates future population growth and potential immigration.
The piece urges New York and New Jersey Democrats to select worthy candidates for U S Senate, warning against rejecting popular choices like James Martine in New Jersey or risking party trust by backing figures with protectionist leanings. It argues that poor picks could damage the party ahead of the presidential election and stresses choosing men of integrity.
The piece argues English voters favor free trade over tariffs. It notes Balfour will not push a protective tariff if elected. It cites Britain’s rising trade under free trade and suggests the United States prefers a revenue tariff to a protective one. The piece implies broader adoption of tariff systems after experience.
The Augusta Herald argues for strong police authority and harsher penalties, praising the majesty of the law after officers face deadly violence. It asserts cops risk life daily, laments rare punishments for killing officers, and urges swift, severe sanctions to deter arrests resistance.
A dated critique notes that over half of citizens show little interest in government duties. It cites low voter turnout on New York propositions to expand the Court of Appeals and fund a $25 million park, stating interest is weak even when issues are split. The Washington Star is referenced on broader patterns.
These figures show neglected citizen ship duties as voters focus on personal and partisan questions during elections. The text notes this is a widespread weakness of referendum systems, where complex legislation is decided amid costly, cumbersome processes and general ballots.
A debate on prisoner earnings grows as reformers press that prisons should provide work, but not profit for the state. Proposals favor directing wages to families or saving for the prisoner, with attention to workhouses and penitentiaries and the rights of dependents in upcoming legislatures.
Census figures show cities expanding much faster than rural areas with eighteen million people in the thirty six largest cities or one fifth of the nation. The trend toward urban concentration raises questions about future national prosperity and the balance with farm areas. Cities listed include New York Chicago Philadelphia St Louis Boston Detroit and others.
The Banner reports strong Athens citizen support for a relief fund for the family of Valentine Dunaway, who died in the line of duty while pursuing a suspect. People from all walks contributed sum by sum, with many awaiting their turn to subscribe as the drive continues today and beyond.
The article argues that Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey favors strong state rights and constitutional respect. It contrasts Wilson with Republicans who minimized states powers and criticizes Roosevelt’s New Nationalism. It asserts Wilson would safeguard state and people’s rights if elected president.
A fragment references President Roosevelt seizing an opportunity to back up the session of Panama from the United States of Colombia and the broader implications for territorial policy. The text is incomplete but points to early 20th century diplomatic maneuvering surrounding Central American relations.
The article critiques calls from the Chicago Inter Ocean advocating intervention to annex Mexico and extend US power. It argues such imperialism would provoke global backlash, risk war with major powers, and threaten stability in Central America and the Panama region.
Pension Commissioner Lindsay faces an funding crunch as Confederate pension costs rise from nine hundred forty four thousand to potentially over one million due to Foster service pensions. With legislators only allocating two hundred thousand and many more applicants, payments come due next February. Aging veterans and a shrinking base suggest budgets will peak and decline, yet Georgia vows to sustain payments for its veterans.
An editorial urges Athens citizens to support the local Y M C A with a campaign to raise thirty two hundred dollars for continued growth and services. It notes part is subscribed, two thousand remains, and appeals for liberal, proportionate contributions from all residents to complete the fund promptly.
The piece argues that there are already too many laws and that the focus should shift to enforcing existing laws. It predicts Democratic control of the House and urges enacting only essential laws, sticking to party pledges, and avoiding distractions or traps.
Old Santa Claus should not alight a single child to Athens but may do so if Athens citizens help. The article notes Senator Joseph M. Terrell has gone to Washington for Congress session and will be warmly welcomed by colleagues as he serves Georgia.
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