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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1912
Page
2
The Athens Banner covers Christmas sentiment, moral calls, and local politics. It mentions remittances methods, the Congressional Record exchange, Santa Claus, cotton projections, church welcome for a new pastor, pistol prohibition, Bryan’s exile talk, Wilson campaign funding, and Georgia farming shows. The piece blends holiday goodwill with sharp commentary on crime, governance, tariffs, and regional issues.
The piece condemns South Carolina's governor for vulgar remarks in Richmond during a governors meeting. It notes the governors of the United States rebuked him 14 to 4, arguing outside criticism can be warranted when a leader oversteps decency in front of ladies and in public.
Athens ends 1912 with progress and many improvements starting or ready to start. Citizens plan large buildings and new plants, aiming to elevate business and industry. Leaders urge everyone to contribute to a stronger city in the coming year.
Opinion argues for a government funded pension for ex presidents and widows, noting Carnegie's private fund is controversial. Supporters say it would not burden the treasury and is the rightful measure, but critics worry privately funded pensions may create dependency and press for national provision by law.
A description notes Sneaker Clark facing a stalled session while attempting to restore order for a lawful adjournment in honor of the dead vice president and departed members of both houses, reflecting a party dominant era now fading and a newly recognized party involved.
Ardmore resident C R Smith proposes turning cotton stalks upside down to dry pods and protect bolls after frost. The method aims to salvage late cotton worth about $200000 in Carter County. Early Texas and Oklahoma farmers had success years earlier with threshing unopened bolls to recover cotton, prompting renewed interest in harvesting innovations.
A Perth Sunday Times note is cited to mock English standards while praising American metropolitan dailies for size and sensational photography. The piece contrasts pink paper, nine columns and rapid extra editions with dramatic citizen photographs and bold newspaper feats.
The piece warns that influenza like colds in infants and young children spread rapidly within families and institutions. It notes weight loss in bottle fed infants, repeated house infections, and outbreaks lasting months. Dr. Southworth cites growing awareness of the ravages of these infections and urges action to reduce needless sickness and pneumonia.
Speaker Champ Clark reportedly shattered two gavels during the opening of the Sixty-second Congress as he sought to hold members' attention. The scene reflected a tense session with many retiring members and a larger party majority shaping the upcoming Sixty-third Congress amid a noisy, bustling start.
Experts push toward a dependable submarine signal system to locate disabled ships in fog or poor weather. A hand-bell dropped from wrecks could guide rescuers, reducing delays and preventing loss of life. Widespread adoption would rival lighthouses and wireless for ship safety and efficiency.
The piece urges Taft to refrain from hogging positions as he nears the end of his term. It argues Democrats and progressive Republicans aim to block his nominees until March 4, allowing Wilson a freer hand. It notes past Cleveland appointments and calls for appointing allies of Democratic ideals to strengthen Wilson’s incoming administration.
The piece urges a national law making pistol manufacture and sale a felony. It argues pistols cause daily tragedies, with shotguns often preferable, and claims most pistol use ends badly. It calls for banning pistol plates and notes better weapons exist for home and personal protection.
A concise piece notes opposition to woman suffrage yet highlights gains in ten U S states achieved peacefully. It contrasts British militant threats with the nonviolent approach that has secured voting rights for women here. The author warns against intimidation and urges continued peaceful efforts.
The article argues Congress should radically cut spending beyond the recent one million dollar reduction from thirty six million. It targets army navy and pensions as areas for real reform, noting the need for bold action unmatched by current democrats or progressive republicans who lack the nerve to act.
A Philadelphia gathering of business leaders led by Dr. Lee K. Frankel kicked off a national Conference on Better Housing in America. The aim is to shift life insurance funds into financing durable, low cost homes while fighting slums and unsanitary conditions through public education and civic clubs, with a more direct role in building homes for workers and low income families.
The State Board of Health earns lasting gratitude for providing diphtheria antitoxin and advancing sanitation, disease eradication, and hydrophobia treatment. The bulletin notes diphtheria mainly affects children and stresses contagious spread through contact and contaminated items, urging strict precautions.
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