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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1908
Page
4
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The piece argues the upcoming presidential election is pivotal for shaping the Supreme Court with potential reorganization as four justices reach retirement. It discusses how court composition could affect the income tax ruling, the political influence on appointments, and suggests Bryan may be the Democratic nominee with a favorable outlook for a Democratic president.
The Georgia general assembly moved to pay Confederate veterans and widows quarterly instead of annually. Critics say the small quarterly sums do not meet needs and increase work for county ordinaries. A repeal bill may be introduced as veterans urge restoration of yearly payments.
The court martial verdict blames Stoessel for Port Arthur's fall, arguing he faced impossible odds under neglectful officials. The piece says scapegoating him serves political enemies and that Nicholas would invite contempt by endorsing the ruling.
An account from Prof. Albert Helm of Germany describes his sensations as he fell from a Alpine crag. He recalls calm, luminous images of past life and a sense of beauty before a fatal thud and loss of consciousness.
Athens business leaders are urged to rally behind forming a live and active chamber of commerce while Atlanta merchants already work to expand membership. The note emphasizes joint effort to boost local business and civic development.
The city should unite its business leaders to boost new industries and population growth. Past efforts by the chamber secured funds for Gainesville Midland railway access and University extension, and financed a new hotel. A mass meeting of merchants is urged to sustain progress and aim for Athens reaching thirty thousand residents.
The state party moves toward the June 4 primary and Hon J M Collum of Schley county now Americus is highly considered for state school commissioner. Collum's forty years in education include twelve years teaching, fourteen as Schley County school commissioner, leadership in the Southern Educational Association, and service in the Georgia General Assembly. Support builds statewide though no formal declaration has been made. If he runs, he would attract broad backing and be considered a top qualified candidate.
A civic call urges Athens residents to buy locally to strengthen the city’s economy. Iron merchants, manufacturers, and insurers are urged to patronize home businesses, keeping money in Athens. Southern Mutual, Athens Mutual, and Mutual Life Industrial of Georgia are highlighted as proofs of local strength. A new life insurance company planned by a local figure is noted.
Darwin and associates urged public support for the Columbia Fire Insurance Co and a new life insurance firm as vital to the city’s upbuilding. Senator Bob Taylor of Tennessee argues that the South must unite to advance its own industries and compete against foreign goods, calling for mutuality of interests and regional prosperity to lift the entire region.
Athens residents report relief from backache and kidney complaints after using Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. T. P. Oliver of Athens praises the remedy bought at H. R. Palmer & Sons drug store, noting rapid relief and lasting results. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo distributes Doan's in the United States. Remember the name Doan's.
Will Morrow, white man from Morgan county, arrested on a warrant for shipping his bond in that county, after Sheriff Aycock assisted. Robert Maxwell, alias Robert Johnson, Greene county resident, arrested on a warrant charging cheating and swindling.
The stock market shows renewed strength as prices rise across sectors. Analysts point to improving industrial earnings, high rail stocks trading near receivership levels but viewed as buy opportunities, and increasing confidence from outsiders. Copper prices rise with export demand, and NY banks hold surplus, supporting a brighter outlook for shares and dividends in coming months.
Rag land R. Bronson a constable was shot and killed near Dillon Marion county while serving a warrant. He died en route to town after exchanging shots with a negro. The killer escaped. Governor's $100 reward, boosted by private subscription, reflects local outrage.
The best remedy known today for stomach troubles is Kodol, guaranteed to give prompt relief as a natural digestant. It digests what you eat, is pleasant to take, and sold by all druggists.
Mrs Homer J Leavitt daughter of William Jennings Bryan is likely to represent Colorado at the Democratic National Convention in Denver on July 7 as delegate or alternate She may deliver a seconding speech for her father's presidential nomination or the principal speech placing him before the convention Leavitt is a portrait artist's wife and has lived in Denver since marriage four years ago
Washington February 24. Lively developments loom as Representative Lilley accuses colleagues on the naval affairs committee of graft in submarine boat contracts with Electric Boat Company. He targets Representatives Sherman Cuggs DeArmond and Sharp Williams while naming Foss Hobson Padgett as blameless. The committee demands full investigation, and a failure to prove charges could end Lilley’s congressional seat.
Allegation of local Cleveland Grays, an Ohio military group, visiting Augusta depot this morning. The 160 men were only a brief stay and left for Savannah to begin a trip to Cuba. They will return in March with a reception planned in Augusta.
Bert Barber of Elton Wisconsin testifies that DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills have done more than any other medicine, noting he has taken four doses and found them effective. the pills are sold by druggists.
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