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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1902
Page
4
The notice lists rate of 10 cents per line per insertion with specials for long contracts. Remittances may be sent by express postal note money order or registered letter. Readers are asked to report delayed deliveries to the business office and failure to deliver on time is noted as a reason to explain mail existence.
The Boston Herald laments the erosion of congressional dignity as the House rushes revenue and tariff bills to the Senate. It argues the body lacks leaders of national stature and abdicates decisive policy, framing this as a historical shift in legislative power.
A Missouri professor advocates using newspapers in the curriculum to teach real world current events. He notes newspaper study helps students learn about geography history and civics beyond textbooks.
The London Daily Mail Year Book for 1902 is cited by the U S Treasury showing the United States as the wealth leader with 16.35 billion pounds, ahead of the United Kingdom and France. It notes U S debt at about 1.4 percent of wealth, with higher ratios in the UK, Germany, and France.
Article fragment notes DITOR WATTERSON on the situation and mentions the lowest ever ccu with unclear context and no additional details.
The text condemns factionalism within democracy, warning against a syndicate driven plan to seize power. It argues unity against conspiratorial odds and frames the struggle as saving the charter of rights from ideologically driven plotters aiming to control the union. It dismisses sectarian labels and calls for resisting the hidden agenda.
California leads in steam powered farming with a 50 horsepower engine on a large ranch. The engine uses 12 barrels of oil daily and requires seven workers. It plows 65 furrows across 40 feet, with eight men supplying fuel and water. The best plow record is 75 acres in 4 hours 45 minutes on a 5 mile field. The machine averages 110 acres per day and harvested 6,000 acres last year.
The New York World reports two contrasting dieters. Rev. John J. Elberlie of Reading Pennsylvania aged 79 lived on two meals daily with cold water and one meal of carefully chosen food. George E. Gillette of Unionville Connecticut aged 70 enjoys life with a second wife and griddle cakes, coffee and plum padding. The piece questions how one determines diet in the face of such divergent examples.
A 71 year old Black war veteran sought to marry a white 20 year old in Washington New Jersey. The magistrate refused triggering a mob that damaged the veteran’s home as townsfolk demonstrated entrenched prejudice. The Philadelphia Record notes similar conditions across the nation.
Washington correspondent reports President Roosevelt intends to settle the naval scandal by his own judgment. He is expected to act decisively, and critics warn that Admiral Schley or others opposing the move may face trouble if they renew the agitation.
President Roosevelt declares a fierce challenge to the Republican machine during a public speech in Missouri. The article portrays him as rebuking party leaders and pushing for reforms amid party opposition.
The governor appointed Isaiah T. Montgomery as receiver of public moneys at Jackson replacing George T. Matthews. Matthews, a Republican, is replaced as Montgomery, a Democrat and former body servant of Jefferson Davis, gains the post. The piece suggests Athens may soon name a white postmaster, reflecting expected machine independence.
Georgia rumors swirl around the upcoming senatorial race involving Senator Clay. Governor Candler and Hoke Smith are named as possible opponents. Candler denies a bid now but does not rule out a run after Senator Bason’s term ends. Smith has not commented, leaving the status of his candidacy unclear. Senator Clay appears to be taking a cautious stance.
Walter Wellman reports lines form for a canal routes clash Senator Hanna defends Panama project as a major business decision He cites Panama property at 640 million as a bargain and claims a 150 million construction cost while noting uncertainty about a Nicaraguan canal's cost and success prospects.
Congressman Rixey of Virginia pushes a bill to admit Confederate veterans to national soldiers homes and extend the same aid to state Confederate homes as given to Union homes. Democratic leaders Richardson and Bartlett oppose ex Confederates entering Union homes, warning of ongoing divisions.
The Georgia Department of Agriculture released a 965 page volume detailing the state's resources and facilities. Commissioner Stevens and Assistant Commissioner Wright receive praise for producing the work describing each county.
Richard Croker retires from Tammany Hall leadership and Louis Nixon becomes head. Nixon, a Southern Virginian, is praised for ability and expected to restore Tammany influence and power through hard work.
City council faces pleas for funds as Athens Guards risk disbandment over $50 quarterly armory rent and unpaid state dues. Petition notes the unit serves as a reserve police force and emergency response, urging immediate council action to avoid collapse. Also includes an unrelated medical advertisement segment.
At a recent Emmanuel Parish Guild meeting a minute was adopted in memory of Mrs Arthur Griffith and Arabella Jenkins Griffith. The group lauds her noble character warmth and sympathy while noting the vacancy her loss leaves. A copy of the minute is to be sent to the family spread on the secretary’s book and published in the Daily Banner.
The Prussian Syndicate has completed a new 3 percent loan totaling 300 million marks with Prussia issuing 185 million and the empire 116 million. The syndicate borrows at 82.90 and sells at 89.80.
A brief item notes an urban drama involving Castornizza and a figure called Tha Kid, with locals citing an incident connected to Boogit and LDA. Specifics are obscured by garbled OCR text.
Massachusetts industrialist Mr. Addington aims to relocate his Flowery Branch plant to Athens after council review. A committee of the mayor and Aldermen Foster Arnold Weatherford will report today on site offers and a subscription plan to fund a large factory. The plant would start with 100 workers and about $900 weekly payroll, boosting local business. Addington cites Athens educational advantages and expects favorable site arrangements.
Mr Charler M Young resigned from the Southern Express Company and rejoined the Banner as city editor. He previously found success in the express business but desired a return to journalism and will bring talent and energy to the paper's news staff.
Gay Connally the Southern Railway fireman injured in the wreck near Rome is remembered as an Athens boy raised by his kin here His father W D Connally worked for J Z Cooper Co and Gaun Reaves After his mother died he and four siblings were sent to the Orphan s Home at Decatur He rose in life and is loved by his railway crew and friends with injuries not serious yet a painful stretch ahead.
An 19th century medical advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure and tonic after grip. It argues grip weakens lungs, stomach, blood and mind, then cites testimonials of women recovering from bronchial disease and consumption after using the remedy and related products. It urges readers to consult Dr. Pierce and notes free medical correspondence and a medical advisory book.
Peter Lee aged about 107 in Castle Point Hoboken New Jersey lies dying after a century of service to the Stevens family. Born around 1795 or 1796 in Hoboken to slave parents he was freed in time. He recalls Washington’s death in 1799 and the era before steam navigation when horse boats crossed the Hudson River.
Two freight train wrecks reported near Montgomery in Alabama occurred on Western of Alabama at Mount Stele and the Plant System miles south. One derailed three cars killing a man identified as R. E. Wall of Guinville, Ga. The Plant System wreck collapsed a trestle. the engine crossed it and the third car dropped with twelve following. The caboose remained on the track and crew escaped injury.
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