Athens Daily Banner notes and editorials on politics and local issues
A collection of brief items and commentary from The Athens Banner including tax impacts in Clarke County, Georgia marble debate for the Lincoln Memorial, ongoing enforcement of state game laws, anticipated lectures by Vice President Marshall, and criticism of Taft administration policy. It also mentions regional farming diversification, Hoеrta’s holidays for banks, and a high school incident over a teacher’s nickname.
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Georgia
Lincoln Memorial
Washington
Taft
The Spirit of Christmas Spirit and Service in Athens
The essay reflects on Christmas as the celebration of Jesus Christ and the true spirit of giving. It argues gifts matter less than love behind them, urges a year of universal goodwill, and envisions Athens prospering in 1914 if the spirit endures beyond the season. It contrasts hopeful public virtue with warnings that the mood may fade yet asserts ongoing value of love and service.
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Santa Claus
Jesus Christ
Prince of Peace
Christ
Athens
The Vehicle Ordinance in Athens Urges Obedience and Safety
Athens city adopts a comprehensive vehicle ordinance to regulate drivers pedestrians and streetcar operators. Citizens are urged to keep to the right follow speed limits and avoid traffic violations while authorities vow enforcement and penalties for violators.
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Athens
Governor Slaton Rejects Christmas Pardons
Governor Siston announces no pardons will be granted this Christmas, opposing the traditional Christmas clemency. The Grozzis executive stance aligns with abstaining from holiday pardons this year.
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Siston
Coniucta
Grozzis
Governor Slaton and Christmas Pardons Debate
The piece argues Governor Slaton should not pardon convicts for Christmas. It contends pardons must rest on merit and state interests, not sentiment, and praises restraint while acknowledging public interest in mercy.
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Slaton
State College of Agriculture Sees Surge in Short Course Interest
Widespread interest grows in the states short courses offered by the State College of Agriculture for farmers and nonfarmers alike. Banks and railroads fund scholarships as hundreds of youths attend the ten day sessions beginning January 6, with both young men and women winning opportunities.
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State College of Agriculture
Soule
College of Agriculture
Diplomas Confer Degrees to Confederate Veterans at UGA
The University of Georgia trustees approved a June resolution to confer degrees on students who left to join the Confederacy or were prevented from completing studies by the war closing. The diplomas honor their service, perseverance, and role in rebuilding Georgia, enshrining their names among alumni and serving as a cherished Christmas gift to the recipients.
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Army
Navy
Military Order of the Caraboa
Secretary of the War and Navy Departments
Envoos
Board of Trustees
University of Georgia
Georgia
Commonwealth
A Season of Good Trade in Athens At Christmas
The Christmas season in Athens was one of the busiest in memory with crowded streets and lively shoppers. Merchants reported strong sales, stocked deeply, and praised foresight and enterprise. The result was a vibrant retail period as locals and surrounding residents flocked to Athens stores.
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Athens
Iena
Atlanta
Athens Merchants Earn Praise for Christmas Trade Prosperity
The Christmas trade boosted local merchants and pleased residents in Athens. Country shoppers contributed to large purchases, signaling a bright outlook for a prosperous year ahead. Athens merchants are praised as up to date and energetic, with no southern city matching them.
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Athens
Athena
More Industries for Athens in 1914 Ambition
The Athens Banner urges a citywide push to attract at least six new industries during 1914. It calls for a $100,000 Chamber of Commerce plan to organize and promote industries, leveraging local capital and outside investment. The piece stresses payrolls, housing, and circulating money as keys to prosperity, and urges systematic effort beyond talk to attract investors.
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Athens
Athens Chamber of Commerce
University of Georgia Extension Lectures Announced
The Banner reports a series of university extension lectures by Georgia professors. Aimed at state high schools, schools can hire professors for a nominal fee to cover expenses, then charge small admissions to fund projects. Faculty volunteers offer valuable, educative talks across many topics for communities.
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University of Georgia
Tariff talk on cost of living miss and needs action
The piece argues tariff cuts alone cannot lower living costs. It cites rising U S population, urban migration, and stagnant food production as primary drivers. It warns even large cotton crops would not suffice, urging increased domestic production as the real solution.
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United States
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