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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1906
Page
4
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A Mississippi legislature considers redefining legislative districts by district wealth rather than population. Critics call it radical and dangerous, risking plutocracy and wealth-based suffrage, noting Belgium once debated class representation but did not adopt it.
President Fallieres assumes office amid fragile international strains. Morocco tensions and the Algeciras conference cast doubt on peace prospects and spark talk of potential war with Germany. The French face a stern era, with domestic resolve and external challenges testing leadership.
The piece notes tensions between France and Venezuela with Paris holding passports and threats of naval force near Venezuelan ports. It cites France’s possible actions, skepticism about a blockade, and President Fallieres praised for strong leadership amid the stormy situation.
Senator Clay proposes a bill to expand foreign cotton markets, arguing it could double world demand for cotton fabrics and spur southern production. The piece urges swift congressional action, noting broader markets, higher profits, and the need to educate eastern consumers on cotton age fabrics.
The Savannah News urges harsh penalties at the Naval Academy as several midshipmen, Coffin Patterson Marzoni and Fotser, are dismissed without reappointment for hazing. Meriwether has resigned and others may follow as investigations show hazing extended beyond harmless fun. Captain Hobson and other officers faced scrutiny over their defenses.
The Banner argues the University of Georgia should select a chancellor based on character ability and policy alignment with Chancellor Hill. It cautions against press speculation and urges trustees to find a leader shaped by high standards, energy, and conservative reform.
Authorities say modern hazing at the academy harms discipline and is illegal. The dismissal of numerous midshipmen will serve as a clear lesson, reinforcing that students must obey laws and the constitution and face consequences for violations.
Ten years ago Georgia whites split over economics, two parties battled, and democracy won. The populist vote largely returned to the Democrats, with many former populists serving as Democrats in recent times. The white vote division healed as the state moved forward, though a few persisted in the old conflict.
A compact social notice lists Lin Females Baker Lizail Lou Claret Cooper Louise M Ebehart Harris Mrs Kittle Henry Joseph Jones Mrs Join Miss Cora Nesba Miss Schnieder Mrs A J The Millie Wright Louise WN Jim in a brief roster style entry.
The Banner defends Georgia democracy against Thomas E Watson’s bid to divide the white vote in the gubernatorial race. It ridicules his self appointment as adviser, states he has left the party, and asserts loyal Democrats should not follow outsiders. The paper praises the party’s record and fidelity to democratic principles.
Prominent Athenians and statewide supporters back Col James M. Smith for governor. Citizens including former mayor A. M. Holgson and business leaders E. R. Hodgson D. J. Conlon J. F. Wills J. T. Anderson A. H. Talmage O. H. Arnold L. F. Edwards J. Y. Carthers E. H. Dorsey W. M. Chilton R. L. Moss Jr Sr W. T. Bush R. L. Moss Sr W. P. Fullilove J. J. Wilkins J. S. King urge Smith as independent, capable, and best for Georgia.
Early Sunday morning a fire was seen at the Athens Fruit Company on Clay Street. A passing Banner carrier alerted officers, and Chief McDorman extinguished the blaze within minutes. The fire started in the wash room from a gas jet left burning by a negro boy. Loss was minimal, estimated at two or three dollars.
On Sunday officers Richarda and Heard raided a blind tiger in Athens and arrested Della Hill, a Black woman who operated it. She pleaded guilty and Mayor Dorsey fined her fifty dollars or three months on the streets.
Mr M H Merry long time ticket agent for the Southern Railway Co in this city is promoted to chief clerk in the office of the Commercial agent at Columbus and will depart for that city today. He has earned many friends who will be pleased by the news.
H C Tuck calls Athena Georgia January 22 1906 for county Democratic executive committee meeting at city hall next Saturday the 27th at 10 sun time to consider a petition seeking a county primary to nominate county officers at a different date than the state primary. Full attendance urged.
A letter from F. G. Huntley of Oaklandon Indiana recounts his wife suffering from consumption before recovery after using Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. The advertisement asserts the product kills germs, relieves in one dose, and offers a trial bottle free with druggists H R Palmer & Sons and W J Smith & Bro.
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