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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1907
Page
4
Athens already holds the sixth inland cotton market rank in the country. Plans for a new compress are expected to be decided soon and in operation before the next season opens. The upgrade could raise receipts by thirty to forty thousand bales, lifting Athens ahead of most Georgia points besides Augusta and greatly aiding the city’s trade and growth.
The article argues that the South’s cotton exports drive the U S trade balance and national prosperity. It laments minimal government support for Southern farmers and criticizes bearish cotton reports that harm farm incomes.
The editorial supports Denver's offer of one hundred thousand dollars to attract the Democratic National Convention, arguing the funds serve city promotion and national attention rather than favors. It discusses potential motives, the party's obligations, and questions about Republican involvement, noting no consensus about the money's source or purpose. The piece also mentions the broader economic impact on farmers and banks in the region.
An editorial urges Athens residents especially farmers to deposit surplus cotton profits in solvent banks and use checks instead of cash. It argues broader money circulation would ease shortages, help cotton factors secure currency, and protect deposits while reducing panic impacts.
The editorial urges unwavering support for William J. Bryan as the Democratic presidential nominee, arguing unity is essential to defeat Republicans. It dismisses Southern candidate wishes as impractical, notes money stringency and Roosevelt’s nonpartisanship, and warns division could cost victory in 1912.
The argument for prohibition extends beyond morality to economic benefits for workers and business districts. The author notes rising sentiment in both North and South, diminishing the impact of earlier political arguments, and asserts that savings and general improvement explain widespread victories in multiple communities.
The article argues prohibition support shows business and working groups align with foreign and religious elements to overturn the ban. It contends the anti prohibition position loses influence as centers of commerce and immigrant populations favor restricting liquor access, signaling broad social change.
Rumor circulates that Wall Street big business favors William J Bryan for president, preferring a Bryan victory over Roosevelt on the Republican ticket. An eastern senator says the claim is mistaken, noting many Republicans would back Democratic ideas in a Bryan presidency if needed. Roosevelt’s strength wanes among leaders though still seen in rank and file, causing business fears of ongoing disruption.
Georgia faces a severe teacher shortage as schools close for lack of staff. The article argues for higher pay to attract qualified teachers and prompt salaries, plus expanded normal school facilities to meet rising demand. It cites hundreds of requests for teachers, a large but insufficient graduating class, and current spending of two million as inadequate to fix the system. It urges public money and taxes to fund a true common school system with timely pay and expanded teacher training.
The speaker argues teachers receive meager pay after state and local allocations, noting millions more are needed. If Georgia aims for better schools and trained teachers, the state must fund them adequately, prompting public discussion of the money required.
Congressman Heflin introduced a resolution accusing the secretary of agriculture of inaccuracy in estimating this year’s cotton crop and demanding the figures and methods behind the 1907 estimate. He cited government ginning totals from 1903 to 1907 to question the secretary’s conclusion that 3,310,000 bales remain un-ginnable.
James Donahue of Now-Britain Connecticut reports failing health with diabetes but improving after Foley's Kidney Ture. He says after two bottles he improved, five bottles cured him and he passed a life insurance medical. Soley’s Kidney Cure is advertised as a remedy for back ache and kidney and bladder issues.
The piece surveys the vast rush of currency reform plans sweeping the United States since the panic. It notes many proposals have merit yet most lean toward inflation and misunderstand money’s true functions. It laments Dumont Clarke’s resignation from the Chamber of Commerce finance committee, attributed to overload of proposals, and cites Gresham’s law as inflation drives out sound ideas while acknowledging public debate could yield wiser financial policy.
Arrangements are nearly completed for the Georgia Anti-Saloon League sessions in Macon on January 9 and 10. Leaders expect visitors from across the state and plan large meetings in the city auditorium and local churches. This first session under new prohibition laws promises vigorous anti liquor activities and strong speeches from prominent league workers. DeWitt's Little Early Risers pills are sold by all druggists.
A Hewitt product named Carbolized Writer Heel salve was sold as DeWitt. an ARG Oe entry notes the item and implies a lifesaving claim tied to a bank certificate, reflecting a peculiar historical market listing.
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