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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1910
Page
4
The itemized column lists subscription rates for The Athens Daily Banner and notes on railroads, politics, and public affairs. It references Emory College, Taft, Hearst, reform groups, and health statistics in Philadelphia, with varied social and political commentary.
The Democratic executive committee of Georgia will meet Saturday to set rules for a state primary governing governor and other offices and to fix a date for the primary and formal convention. The piece argues the primary system is settled by law, predicts no sensational changes, and notes Governor Brown’s likely re election while dismissing sensational headlines as mere ripples.
Norman Mack, Democratic chairman and publisher, analyzes Roosevelt's return in the North American Review. He argues a Roosevelt renomination would be a radical break from Republican ideals and unlikely to win. The piece emphasizes the 1912 election as a clash of principles over personalities and cautions against using Roosevelt's name for ulterior ambitions.
The college of bishops vetoed a resolution to drop Booth from the church name. Consequently the Methodist congregations in the South will retain the old corporate name for now and likely for the foreseeable future. They cite property titles and potential litigation as major costs of a name change.
The Banner urges Clarke county’s three commissioners Hodgson Hotman and Pittard to resign to end the public dispute over the clerkship and spare taxpayers from further high court costs. It opposes electing commissioners by voters and favors Grand Jury selection to form a new board for the county’s best interests. The paper notes growing estrangement with little chance of reconciliation and warns of mounting expenses if the conflict continues.
The Sugar Trust case prompts scrutiny of higher ups as Oliver Spitzer, a minor employee pardoned after conviction in Atlanta, returns to reveal fraud details. Authorities must confront leadership responsible for the scheme if laws were violated, not merely underlings.
Hon Peyton M Hawes of Elbert county announces candidacy for state treasurer. He served seven years in both house and senate, contributing to banking and business legislation. A longtime banker and respected legislator, Hawes is praised as capable and prudent for the statewide office.
French engineer Denys Karrieu, visiting the United States, says Japan aims to pay its war debt in fifteen years and shows no wish for war with the United States. He notes heavy taxes, Japan’s Europeanization, and a focus on Manchuria and Korea rather than the Philippines. He adds only 15 percent of Japan’s land is habitable, driving rapid colonization efforts.
The state executive committee fixed primary and convention dates while Governor Brown hints at reelection. Across Georgia, campaigns for congressional districts show sparks, but statewide races promise a tame season focused on prosperity, cotton prices, and business rather than sweeping issues. The Democratic State Committee plans a mid August primary with broader interest in congressional contests than in State House races.
A columnist argues there is no need for a new party, urging Democrats to unite under the existing party’s name and principles. Cites President Kirby of the National Association of Manufacturers and past party leaders to warn that new parties like Independence League or Prohibition have failed, and predicts defeat will come from voter realignments rather than a new party.
The investigation committee will report charges against Secretary Ballinger are not sustained by evidence, with a strong minority arguing charges proved. A push to urge President Taft to seek Ballinger's resignation is likely, but the majority, party Republicans, will back Ballinger, while public belief in the accusations lingers. Ballinger’s cabinet usefulness may be over. resignation could serve the public interest.
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