Battleship Georgia silver service funded by Georgia people
The Athens Banner lauds Miss Louise DuBose for organizing a campaign that raised ten thousand dollars to purchase a silver service for the battleship Georgia. It notes many towns engraved on the service have not paid their share and urges prompt remittance to avoid public blemish, citing The Atlanta Constitution on delinquent contributions and calling for orderly, lawful Christmas conduct in Athens.
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Georgia
Louise DuBose
Roosevelt
Army
Navy
Associated News Service
Miss DuBose
Athens
Atlanta Constitution
Faye
Publc
ENGELESS USE OF FIREWORKS ORDINANCE WARNING
City ordinances forbid discharging fireworks within fire limits and placing torpedoes on street railroad tracks outside limits. Police enforce these rules and the public should take notice. Christmas celebrations vary with some joys shown in unsafe ways.
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Athens
Tory
Panic history and a call to curb concealed weapons
A review of four panics in U.S. history contrasts party control during each crisis. The piece then argues for a Georgia crackdown on concealed weapons, urging judges to impose twelve month chain gang terms to deter gun carrying among all groups.
Bryan and the Tariff Debated by The Banner
The Banner argues the Democratic approach favors tariff reform as a cure for national evils. Opposition exists in pockets like Alabama where protected industries shape views. Representative Cooper of Texas urges tariff revision or reform as a central point in the debate.
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Bryan
Democratic Party
Eniey
Tyson
Alabama
Cooper
Rexaa
Nall
Democratic tariff reform rallying cry in Alabama coal mine context
A historic Democratic appeal argues for tariff revision to relieve tax burden under the Dingley tariff. It notes Democratic presidents since 1856 and highlights opposition to Bryan and tariff reform vetoed by the coal and iron center of Alabama, now under steel trust control.
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Democratic Party
Mr. Bryan
Coal and Iron
Alabama
Steel Trust
Turn Money Loose to End Panic in Athens and Nation
Athens briefly avoided the banking panic with no local crises but urges releasing hoarded cash to revive circulation. The Chattanooga News notes national banks hold ample cash. confidence is key for funds to flow back into industry. South crops and prices rise, suggesting better times ahead if people and banks cooperate.
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Athens
Chattanooga News
Chicago
Nooga News
Dawson
Christmas Shopping Appeal Encourages Early Buying
A newspaper urges readers to start holiday shopping early to ease crowded stores and help overworked clerks. Merchants report large stock of seasonal goods and offer storage until Christmas, encouraging patrons to buy now for better selections and to support staff working long hours.
Americans Hopeful on US Japan Relations Amid Recall Talk
The piece notes Athens shoppers prepare for Christmas and urges practical buying while addressing national mood. It discusses Ambassador Ack’s recall by the Mikado, argues it may reflect his wish to retire rather than a public rift. It asserts Japanese leaders favor goodwill and downplays imminent war, despite some talk.
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Aoki
Mikado
United States
Japan
Pacific
Ack
Eto
Democrats split over platform as Bryan looms large
The piece criticizes some Democrats for attempting to shape a platform to thwart Bryan. It argues for a platform reflecting party aims rather than destroying a single candidate. It notes the Banner’s occasional disagreements with Bryan and urges unity, ending with a nod to DeWitt's Little Early Risers.
Government Cotton Report Triggers Market Slump
The government cotton report yesterday estimated over eleven million six hundred thousand bales for this year's crop, causing a fifty point drop in prices. Local markets eased about a quarter cent per pound, with traders predicting a rebound to previous levels.
Kelley Allegedly Enlists in Army After UGA Disappearance
Atlanta reports Orrin Green Kelley, a University of Georgia student who vanished weeks ago, has reportedly enlisted in the U S Army. University Chancellor Barrow says Kelley left saying he would visit his brother but may have joined the Seventeenth Infantry at Fort McPherson, prompting an investigation.
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Atlanta
Orrin Green Kelley
University of Georgia
United States Army
David C. Barrow
C. M. Hiteh
Barrow
Kelley
J. L. Kelley
Swainsboro
Sevententh Infantry
Fort McPherson
Atlanta Saloon Will Not Close Despite Rumors
Atlanta police chief Henry Jennings states saloons in Atlanta will not close before January 1 despite circulating rumors. He warns no trouble is anticipated during the liquor regime transition and vows swift action if unrest arises. Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup is marketed as a gentle, non irritating laxative with money back guarantee.
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Atlanta
Henry Jennings
Police Department
Anta
All Druggista
Rev Al J Sears First Sermon In Athena
Rev Al J Sears, new pastor of Oconee Street Methodist church, has moved to Athena and settled in the Little parsonage on Oconee street. He preached his first sermon Sunday to a large congregation, making a fine impression and expected to be successful this year.
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A. J. Sears
Oconee Street
Methodiat Church
Athena
Sears
Support Backs Him During His Stay Here
Local supporters pledge cordial backing for his work as he visits, promising unity and encouragement during the stay.
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