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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1908

Page

4

Salaries for federal judges debated in Congress

An article argues for raising circuit and district judges salaries to ten thousand and nine thousand dollars respectively. It stresses a strong, honest judiciary as essential to uphold the law, cites Athens Chamber of Commerce support, and frames higher pay as prudent governance rather than lavish expenditure. It also lauds Georgia State College of Agriculture and its leaders for agricultural outreach and educational expansion in Athens.

Congress America Athens’ Chamber of Commerce Sy State College OF Agriculture Georgia Seatte Soule Barrow University of Georgia Athens Eeasion

Can Black Citizens Govern State College’s Vision of Leadership

The article argues against Black governance, citing Haiti and Liberia as failed experiments. It claims Black people lack the capacity to master the science of government, asserting they cannot grasp sovereignty or steady civic rule despite labor or farming prowess. It portrays Black governance as an egregious failure.

Hayden Republic Hayti Alexis Legitime France Simon Liberia Haytt

Political Morals and Near Beer Decision in Oregon

The Oregon Republicans face a test of political morality as the legislature, though majority Republican, may elect a Democrat in the Senate per people’s direct choice. The Oregon public seeks consistency between mandate and action. The Oregon Court of Appeals rules four percent alcohol as the threshold for intoxicating near beer, clarifying legal standards and guiding near beer compliance.

Oregon United States Senate United States George B. Chamberlain Senate Chamberlain Court of Appeals

Important Gatherings in Washington on Conservation

In the coming days several major conventions will convene in Washington D C. Representatives of commercial interests governors and officials will discuss conservation of national resources and report on preservation efforts. The piece stresses urgent action to protect forests and waterways as national treasures.

Washington City National Conservation Commission Rivers and Harbors Association

Savings banks urge thrift as path to prosperity

The text argues that Americans save more each year, linking personal savings to state and national strength. It cites France as a model with widespread deposits, noting nearly 2,000,000 people hold 2000 dollars and 4,000,000 hold 1000 dollars, aided by 1831 postal banks and strong private banks. It ties French thrift to global banking leadership and notes Republican support for postal banks in the U S.

France Paris Republic Republican Party Congress

Truthful Reports From Athens Citizen On Kidney Pains

An Athens resident shares a testimonial praising Dean's Kidney Pills for back pain and kidney issues. He reports relief after using several boxes and urges readers to buy from Pelmer & Sons and remember the Dean's name. Foster Milburn Co. of Bula New York is listed as sole U.S. agents. price 60 cents.

Athens J. F. Martin Thomas Street Dean Pelmer & Sons Foster-Milburn, Co Bula New York United States

State College brings hundreds of farmers to Athens yearly

The annual gathering of hundreds of farmers at the State College of Agriculture will benefit the farmers and the institution, and will have a positive impact on Athens and the whole state.

State College of Agriculture Athens

How They Live A Washington Hotel Hanger-On Study

Washington columnist examines a population of non-earners who survive on nothing a year in the capital. He describes hotel lobby hangers around, often with hidden government ties, who drink freely, spin tales, and rely on others for meals and bills. Some drift from job loss to worse, while a few try honest work amid scarce opportunities.

Lillian M. Cheshire Washington, D. C Washington New York Chicago Boston St Louis Washington Gang Augustus Thomas Capitols Washngton Toweries Ihetaure Cencus

Florida earns a National Forest in Ocala region

Washington reports President Roosevelt signed proclamations creating two National Forests. Ocala National Forest in Marion county Florida covers about 201 480 acres, a low elevation plateau between the St Johns and Ochlockonee rivers. The Ocala forest marks the easternmost forest in the United States east of the Mississippi.

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Ocala and Dakota National Forests Highlight Tree Growth and Prospects

The Ocala National Forest faces fire-driven deforestation but shows potential for reforestation with care, especially for sand pine. The Dakota National Forest in Billings County, scanty in timber, aims to prove artifi cial reforestation and windbreak planting, noting limited farming land and increasing settlement nearby.

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Miss Warnle Edge Returns Home From Watkinsville Visit

Miss Warnle Edge of Watkinsville, who had been staying with Mrs. M. Gilleland, departed yesterday to return to her home.

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