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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1907
Page
4
The Athens Banner offers carrier delivery and mail subscriptions with rates of 5.00 per year 2.50 for six months 1.25 for three months and weekly 1.00 with 60 cents for six months all payments in advance Renattances may be made by express post office money order or registered letter
A fragmented discussion traces how black voters might swing across parties, with estimates of potential vote shifts by state. It notes the impact on Democratic margins in Missouri Delaware Ohio New Jersey New York and other states, highlighting how even small shifts could alter outcomes.
An aged Civil War era narrative recalls a brave girl born in Seenl Ciole Georgia who aided Union soldiers during a Confederate raid. She sheltered a Federal officer, guided bystanders to safety, and aided the army by signaling and aiding retreat, earning lasting tribute for her courage.
Report outlines support for moving the state experiment station from Griffin to Athens to join the Georgia Agricultural College. Advocates argue the shift fulfills federal intent, enhances practical education, and unites the station with the college for efficient use of land, laboratories, and staff. Opposition notes not specified.
The article notes Admiral Schley dismissing rumors of a presidency bid. He states he has no desire or intention to run and prefers to remain with the public’s support in his current role. The piece reflects public speculation about his possible candidacy.
The Legislature considers funding for a state culture department and the placement of the experiment station. Proposals juggle moving the State College facilities to Athens or Griffin, with long‑standing plans to keep certain arts in the city and stabilize the station’s location.
Governor Smith says no single college or station can perform the effective work alone and supports removing the station to one location. Legislators are expected to view the proposal favorably and pass Mr Price’s bill into law.
The article notes United States Army officers touring Georgia study Civil War history and civilian reactions. It highlights expectations of courteous treatment for Union visitors and questions whether Confederate officers would receive similar reception if visiting areas around Gettysburg.
County School Commissioner Loy von of Polk plans to bring twenty five teachers to the University Summer School in Athens. The move aims to elevate local education by training the teachers this summer, with Polk County leading by example for other counties to follow.
The Banner argues the tariff question should be the defining issue of the 1908 campaign. It asserts the Democratic Party must declare firm views soon to mobilize supporters, while criticizing Roosevelt administration efforts to appropriate the issue for Republican gain.
The text argues a rising undercurrent within the Democratic Party toward tariff reform and criticizes Democratic newspapers for pressuring Republicans by warning that stealing tariff, trust, railroad supervision, and income tax issues could cripple a future campaign. It notes Republican patience may lead to reform.
The paper urges endorsement of Hon S J Tribble for the solicitor general post in the Western circuit. It notes Tribble has served efficiently and valued by the people, while acknowledging other Democratic candidates as capable, but arguing Tribble’s tenure deserves renewal. It signals strong party support from the Banner.
The text presents garbled OCR fragments about county finances and large sums of money. It references libraries, books, and a million dollar figure but lacks coherent details, names, or dates to extract a complete report. The readable pieces suggest financial concerns impacting the county treasury.
A garbled regional note warns against overlooking a mistake widespread in Athens. The text mentions Doan’s medicine and a store run by Pahiver & Son, with references toHeal remedies and a controversial remedy linked to a prince and various names, urging readers to remember the name Doan’s and take no other.
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