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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1910
Page
4
The Athens Banner surveys national and state issues from Roosevelt and Cannon to tariff debates. It notes Georgia railroad hopes, tax reform calls, and civil matters with a focus on Governor Brown’s tax board, Harmon’s nomination prospects, and territorial statehood impacts. Also covered are Taft's admin bills, biennial sessions, and a tropical mix of theater and sports notes along with Vermont and London briefs.
A regional opinion urges Southern whites to accept responsibility for the race question. It stresses that lasting solutions require white unity and readiness to act, calling for education of white youth to foster broader understanding, wisdom, and patience, asserting progress depends on rising White standards.
The Georgia salons begin their fifty days session amid predictions of a lively start. Both houses are organized and ready to transact business. Many measures await action as legislators tackle tax reform and address untaxed property worth millions not yet on tax records. The session aims to craft an up to date tax system and tackle several major questions.
Mayor Gaynor takes action to reform the New York bureau of weights and measures after years of graft and short weighting. Merchants who short weigh foods will face consequences as the city seeks fair weights, reducing the burden on residents carrying high living costs. The reform is welcomed by the public, with wider calls for similar measures in other cities.
A newspaper note references a recent bloody duel between two preachers in a church that ended in death. It argues that such men lack self control and misrepresent the church, urging that they be weeded out of the ministry wherever found.
The people of Athens welcome Mr. W. J Oliver to build the Savannah Augusta and Northern railroad to the city at once. He has bought out the original builders and will proceed to complete the road. He plans a direct connection with Knoxville at Thomson Georgia, rather than Athens, which Athens should promote as the proper site.
The University of Georgia Summer School begins its five week session with expectations of higher attendance than ever. About four hundred Georgia teachers are expected, drawn by a strong faculty, excellent lectures, and ample facilities. Superintendent Wooster is praised for arranging a program meeting the needs of common and high school teachers, with Athens supporting the venture through local funding and ongoing community help.
Governor Joseph M Brown calls for a thorough revision of Georgia tax laws. He proposes a state board of equalization with county boards to standardize assessments, bring untaxed property into the tax digest, and lower overall rates for a fairer burden.
Justice Henry B. Brown urged expanding international courts to settle disputes and curb war preparations. He warned arms buildup invites responses, noting strained ties between England and Germany and the risk of clashes or naval arms control shifts as others follow.
The article notes a forthcoming Paris meeting to discuss aviation rules. Key proposals include banning flight over towns with public injury risk and prohibiting intentional landings in unauthorized areas.
The article argues for fixed air stations and defined airways to guide aircraft between towns and prevent collisions. It outlines three rules: curb reckless pilots, require known start and landing points with sheds for housing machines, and restrict landing on others properties to protect owners. It forecasts growing need for fixed routes as aviation expands.
California opinion shifts as labor chief McKenzie urges continued Japanese immigration to fill fruit sector labor needs. He warns that without Japanese workers California would import labor from Hindustan, though many Californians oppose relaxing immigration laws and fear domestic unrest.
The Ohio Democratic convention adjourned with the main dispute sparked by William Jennings Bryan. The Nebraska leader urged nominating a U S senator while Governor Harmon warned against it. The piece argues Bryan should defer to party majority to preserve unity and electoral chances.
The article recalls historic efforts to protect Niagara Falls from industrial development. It notes a Britain United States treaty limiting Niagara waterpower to 36000 cubic feet per second on the Canadian side and 20000 on the New York side, with half of generated power to be sold in the United States. It urges Georgia to consider Tallulah Falls preservation to avoid similar damage and promote a park rather than damming the river.
A critique of congressional appropriations arguing the South receives about one fortieth of funds for public improvements despite comprising a large share of the population and area. The piece blames the Republican party for injustice and predicts eventual relief from the Democratic party's influence, asserting ongoing inequity will end in time.
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