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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1889
Page
11
The Georgia convict lease system is defended as a binding state contract to 1900 with convicts well cared for, while critics urge shifting convicts to public roads and warn against wasteful debate and political posturing during the session.
A Georgia bill proposes that after passage it shall be unlawful for any railroad company corporation partnership or person to buy or hold stock in any railroad company or to contract with any railroad company or person that could defeat competition or create monopoly, deeming such acts illegal since December 5 1877 and prescribing penalties.
A Georgia act provides that railroad charters may be forfeited for violations and allows stockholders to reorganize the railroad under the original charter. It authorizes filings to seize franchises of out of state companies, appoints a receiver during proceedings, and repeals conflicting laws.
An editorial argues Georgia needs massive capital to exploit resources and build trade via direct Europe seaports. It praises the Richmond Terminal system as a multiplier of state growth but warns the Olive bill would block railroad expansion, raise freight costs, and hinder unity between major lines and local rivals.
The piece argues for expanding Georgia railroads and branch lines to boost farming mining and water power use. It claims a Savannah to Liverpool steamship line could open direct European trade, save cotton farmers tolls, and prevent ruinous restrictions from the Olive bill, urging lawmakers to resist it.
The piece praises Governor Lowery of Mississippi for seizing Sullivan and his band after they violated state law. It argues the governor must ensure punishment without bond, calling for immediate court action and a strong display of Southern law and order to deter northern aggression.
The piece cites outrage over Northern critics calling the South lawless and urges Gov Lowry to punish slugger Sullivan and his faction. It notes a Nashville judge freed the Boston attacker for lack of authority to detain him longer and warns against further insults to the South.
The letter questions whether the Olive bill subjects railroads to charter forfeiture if stock is held by another railroad. It asks if buying or selling stock between companies could trigger loss of charter even without affecting competition. It cites the G C and N stock sale to Sea Board and Roanoke and asks what Judge Craix held and Surry’s views.
A reader urges the Chronicle to resume defending the Olive bill, arguing the paper must champion Georgia welfare. The letter contrasts the Chronicle with the Banner, accusing it of silence and seeking a clear stance on the bill’s impact on state prosperity.
The Atlanta Journal reprints Hon. Sam Barnett’s critique of the State University board. He argues the trustees are too numerous and unwieldy, leading to little action beyond social visits at commencements. Barnett says halving the board would restore responsibility and progress.
The board of trustees often misunderstand its role. Barnett argues for appointing a strong faculty and chancellor, with trustees stepping back to let the faculty manage. He advocates closer ties between trustees and visitors, and a reformed trustee structure to improve representation and reduce indifference, praising enforcement of entry qualifications.
Catarrh is described as a blood or constitutional disease and local application cannot reach its seat. The remedy Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally to act on blood and mucus surfaces, combining tonics with purifiers. It is claimed not to be quack medicine and is presented as a long standing prescription from a leading physician. Testimonials are offered free upon request.
Honorable Campnern Wansaer of the Railroad Commission writes in opposition to the Olive bill. The Constitution’s strong yesterday editorial backed the anti measure. Vines Lue Aru ENS BANNER was the first Georgia paper to oppose the measure and now concedes its defeat.
An array of health claims unrelated to a single event. The text promotes Dr J H McLean's Sarsaparilla and Tatford Lung Balm for energy, cures for distemper and skin ailments, and mentions a government still seizure in Walton with references to local officers Harmony Grove and a Georgia Tech tie in a county competition.
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