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Athens
Express
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Southern Education Chief Defends South Against Illinois Circular
Commissioner W. B. Merritt, head of the state common school system, rebukes an Illinois circular that described Andersonville, Ga. He wrote a sharp, truthful reply defending the South and condemning the slanders, praising Merritt as a principled leader for education.
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Uinols
Minois
Andersonville
Ilinois
Ben Hill
Blaine
Congress
Merritt
Mr. Merritt
Retaliatory Tariffs and Roosevelt on Equitable
The article argues that tariff policies backfire as foreign nations threaten prohibitive duties on American goods, urging a pro lower tariff doctrine. It critiques the push to refer the Equitable Life matter to President Roosevelt, warning against monarchic concentration of power and asserting presidential duties exclude private business settlement.
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Sam
Aias
United States
Germany
Russia
China
Roosevelt
Equitable
Equitable Life Assurance Company
The
Equitable Assurance Society
Cuba proves self government and urges Philippine aid
The Cuba example shows orderly government, thrift, and recovery after revolt. The piece argues Filipinos deserve a chance at self government and praises Cuban progress in sanitation, employment, and governance while criticizing rebates by government railways. It calls for equal treatment of all shippers and cautions against using rebates to subsidize the public. It also defends Georgia’s State Normal School, urging broader support and funding for teacher training.
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Cuba
Savannah News
State Normal School
Athens
Georgia Pride in State Normal School Endorsed by The Banner
The Banner states Georgians should be proud of the State Normal School and asserts most residents are true friends of the institution. It notes the state has comparatively spent little money on its establishment and development.
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Georgia
State Normal School
Legisla
State of
Pulpit sensationalism stirs Methodist crowd in Cincinnati
A Cincinnati gathering of Methodist seers heard Bishop Spellmyer defend sensational preaching as a valid path to salvation. The piece contrasts emotional appeals with reason, noting education rising to curb sensational methods while warning that a showy pastor risks audience trust.
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Bishop Spellmyer
Cincinnati
The
Savannah News
Pulpit Appeal Should Be Plain Truth Not Circus Methods
The article argues for serious spiritual consideration over sensationalism in church preaching. It condemns flashy methods by groups like the Salvation Army and warns against circus tactics in gospel work, insisting worshippers deserve straightforward gospel truth without gimmicks.
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Salvation Army
Georgia and national notes drift through fall campaign
The piece surveys political events from Georgia and beyond, noting Judge Emory Speer’s Mercer University talk on Joseph E Brown, the Georgia legislature’s near session, gubernatorial field narrowing, Normal School trustees’ strong meeting, and upbeat statewide school results. It also comments on Massachusetts Governor Douglas veto usage, Japanese-Russian war aftermath easing cotton prices, Philadelphia mayoral race remarks, Republican missteps, and a push for hospital funding with Athens residents urged to donate.
Letter Unearned Letters List At Athens Post Office
List of unclaimed letters at the Athens post office with an additional one cent charge. Included are names under Males and Females and a miscellaneous entry Keang Bros and Yoretsa P. YL. Harvard, Herrn Hermann Kk, T. A. Witherspoon, Fleming P. M.
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Athen Os
Brannen
D. B
Brown
Will
Bullard
Center Albert
Daniel
Jesse L
Freeman
W. F
Hough
E. D
Ivey
L. C
Kellar
W. H
Kinnebrey
H. L. Menton
Wash
Morris
Oscar
Morse
V. C
Rand
Roverson
James
Sheppard
Chvaley
Smith
Branch
Mary
Green
M. E
Hampton
C. P
Jones
Misa
Bessie
Lamar
Clara
Mitchell
Mra
M. A
Morissette
Frances
Jas
Parsons
J. C
Price
Keang Bros, Yoretsa
P. YL
Harvard
Herrn Hermann Kk
T. A. Witherspoon
Fleming
P. M
State Affairs and gubernatorial chatter in Georgia
A compilation of Georgia political skirmishes and editorial quips from Macon to Savannah. Editors and candidates spar over state leadership as Hoke Smith is pressed as a possible nominee while judges and officials navigate a crowded field amid newspaper critiques and regional commentary.
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Georgia
Victoria Falls Seen By David Livingstone In Africa’s Gorge
The article describes Dr. David Livingstone approaching Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River after a two year journey, noting the roaring spray and mist rising miles away. It contrasts Victoria with Niagara, deeming Niagara a calm, scenic scene whereas Victoria is a staggering natural phenomenon of a vast gash in the plain with immense roar and spray.
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David Avingstone
Zambeal River
Victoria Falls
Cape ‘Own
Kimberley
Bultwayo
Niagara
Victoria
State Road and Extension to Sea State Road and Extension to Sea
Professor Williams Rutherford’s letters to Alexander Hamilton Stephens discuss the origin of the Western and Atlantic railroad, known as the State Road, and its role in Georgia education and progress. The piece argues for extending the road from Atlanta to the coast, aiming to fund public schools and the University of Georgia, noting past profits and future potential.
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Bauer
Williams Rutherford
Alexander Hamilton Stephens
Georgia
Atlanta
Georgia Sea Coast
The Little Babe Lad To Rest
Funeral held Sunday at Milledge avenue home of Rev and Mrs J D Mell for John D Mell Jr mourned by many. Dr W H Young and Dr J B Hopkins led services with a choir singing hymns. remains buried in Oconee cemetery.
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J. D. Mell
Milledge Avenue
John D. Mell, Jr
W. H. Young
J. 8. Hopkins
J. W. Brumby
W. H. Bocock
F. J. Orr
W. D. Hooper
Jesus
Little Babe
Oconee Cemetery
Athenian Lady Dies After Brief Illness in Texas
Yesterday morning in San Antonio Texas Mrs A Toziewicz of Eagle Pass Texas died after a brief illness She was formerly Miss Yetta Phillips before marriage and lived in this city for several years She was sister of Mr Felix Phillips and Mrs Simon Michael both of this city Friends in Athens mourn her loss
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San Antonio
Texas
A. Toziewicz
Eagle Pass
Toziewitz
Yetta Phillips
Felix Phillips
Simon Michael
Athens
Dean's Kidney Pills Prove Worth to Athens Reader
A Georgia reader testifies that Dean's Kidney Pills relieved his severe backache and kidney symptoms within forty eight hours after trying numerous remedies. He reports renewed strength, regular clear secretions, and no lingering pain. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY markets claim sole agency in the United States. Remember by paying Pope's and take no other.
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Athens
P. G. Robinson
Barberville
Dean
H. R. Palmer & Sons Drug Store
Foster—Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Pamg
Pope
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