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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1905
Page
4
The piece discusses cotton price volatility, noting there is no fixed price due to supply and demand. It urges acreage reduction to raise price stability, cites weather impact on yields, and warns of dependency on world demand. It also critiques household economy advice from Philadelphia Ledger and its marital fallout implications.
The Banner has not seen Tom Watson's first issue yet but notes early reactions from some Republican publishers who applaud its harsh portrayal of the Democratic party and leaders. The narrator, not having viewed the magazine, doubts local praise will follow.
The piece argues the Senate acquittal of Judge Swayne followed strict party lines, recalling the 1876 electors dispute that kept Hayes in the White House while Tilden is seen as de facto president. It warns partisan politics will likely persist and influence national leadership despite hopes for change.
The Thomasville Times opposes parcels post legislation arguing it harms local merchants. It notes mail order houses dominate by selling varied goods at low prices, eroding home business. A parcels post would lower transport costs and erode tariffs protecting regional merchants.
The text argues that reducing cotton acreage and using fertilizers to push price to ten cents and keep it there is a delusion. It warns farmers not to be misled into believing such a policy will stabilize prices. The passage critiques reliance on acreage cuts and fertilizer use as a solution.
A writer in the Loulaville Courter notes Osler’s claim that men peak at 40 and are useless by 60, but cites many leaders who thrived past 40. Caesar, Cromwell, Marlborough, Washington, Jackson, Wellington, Grant, Lee, Moltke, Hume, Johnson, Macaulay, Thackeray, Curle, Hugo, Eliot, Franklin, Clay, Webster, Lincoln, Columbus, Gutenberg, Hale, Coke, Blackstone, Kent, Marshall and others proving long, productive lifespans and significant achievements beyond middle age.
Editor Banner argues the cotton market hinges on growers choosing a short crop and diversifying into corn peas potatoes sorghum pigs cattle and poultry. He warns a two million bale surplus could force prices to seven cents, harming all classes and risking banked profits.
Washington reports President Roosevelt intends to appoint Charles W. Anderson a Black man as collector of internal revenue for New York City. Anderson, known as the Colored Demosthenes, has mobilized negro Republican clubs. The move aims to counter detractors and could shift southern perceptions about negroes. The Senate likely to confirm, while farmers in the South face calls to reduce cotton acreage and diversify crops to improve prosperity. J. R. Brantley.
The piece describes a split between Bryan and Watson over organized democracy and political loyalty, noting Watson’s intolerance and Bryan’s stance with Parker. It critiques sensational magazine advice on frugal living and its link to divorce, highlighting risks to housewives and dubious price quotes.
Athens area reader testimonial praises Dean's Kidney Pills from H R Palmer & Sons drug store. Joseph Wilson reports long standing back pain and kidney issues eased after one box, with improved urine and rest. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. price 50 cents. Remember the 3BS9-P099 and tells no other.
Cleveland March 6 Mrs Cassie L Chadwick faces trial on alleged national bank law violations in the United States district court Judge R W Taylor presiding A notable scene unfolds as Andrew Carnegie attends the proceedings quietly observing Chadwick from the east side of the room while jurors are seated and counsel discuss rules for challenges in the conspiracy case connected to Citizens National Bank of Obcer.
Rome lawyer Hon John W Maddox says it is premature to decide on a Georgia governor bid He has been in Washington all winter and will announce in ample time if he chooses to run noting he has been asked by friends to enter the race
Dr William Osler told the Canadian Club of Toronto on December 29 that Canada faces a grave loss of both men and women to the United States. He urged a bachelor tax and an export tax of 100 dollars on daughters to keep families at home, noting 196 of 651 nurses in six Eastern hospitals were Canadian.
Athens readers are urged to consider Hyomel after a Vincent Ohio resident claims the remedy cured a severe catarrh. The letter praises the treatment and notes a complete outfit costs $1 with extra bottles at 50 cents. The seller H R Palmer & Bons offers a strong guarantee.
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