New Enterprises Endorsed for Athens Woodworking Venture
The Athens Banner endorses a Clarke County Courier led plan to establish a hardwood manufactory for farming implements. Thomas Bailey to head the enterprise, inviting subscriptions as Athens seeks progress and broader industry. Appendicitis historical note included, detailing early surgical origins and shifting treatments.
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Cordner
Clarke County
Athens
Thomas Bailey
Bailey
Union Passenger Station Proposed for Athens
The Banner backs the chamber of commerce and a city committee seeking a new union passenger station for Athens. It argues current stations are inadequate for growing travel and that all rail lines should join in the project, benefiting both railroads and travelers and aiding city development. Local business pledges support to secure railroad cooperation.
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UNION
Chamber of Commerce
Athens
Barnett
Georgia
Athens Awakens to New Era of Growth at City Hall
An enthusiastic Athens chamber of commerce meeting at city hall signals a new era for the city. Business leaders pledge to pursue improvements, publicity, and conventions this spring to elevate Athens among leading towns, with groups like T P A U C T and Southern railroad promoting growth and visibility.
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Chamber of Commerce
Athens
Greater
Royal Angeanum
Southern
Tardoes
Appendicitis Operations Recalled in Brief Note
A terse historical fragment notes that a few years ago it was common to hear of appendicitis operations. The remark hints at past medical practices and public awareness of surgical procedures. No dates or locations are provided in the readable text.
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Augusta Herald
Georgia
Atkinson
New York
Philadelphia
W. T. Bull
Charles McBurney
Taft and the Constitution in 1912 Future Promise
The piece argues Taft will restore constitutional governance after Roosevelt’s turmoil, praising his legal restraint and oath to uphold the constitution. It warns if Taft fails then voters will replace him in 1912 and endorses pressing for lawful government rather than sensational governance. It also notes Oklahoma’s referendum failure and discusses inaugural date debates and Athens Union Passenger Station plans.
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Taft
Mr. Roosevelt
White House
Roosevelt
Jth
Taft Inaugural Critique and South Caricature Debate
Editor Pendleton blasts Taft for not addressing the South in his inaugural and warns of race politics. The Telegraph urges Taft to leave the South alone, arguing white supremacy and regional politics will cause unrest if politicians pursue votes. The piece argues for treating the South with respect while opposing race-based policy shifts.
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Taft
Pendleton
South
the Telegraph
California
Jit
Taft—gell
Spelling reform and Reconstruction laws discussed
The piece criticizes Roosevelt for failing to push simplified spellings and argues spelling changes must come gradually. It notes Congress repealed many Reconstruction era laws including federal troop deployment rules and race-based jury selection, aiming to reassure Southern voters of fair treatment under the Republican Party.
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South
Congress
United States
House
Republican Party
Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Athens Resident
In Athens Georgia F M Patten of 636 Dougherty Street reports strong relief from back pain and kidney symptoms after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He purchased at Palmer & Son and after two boxes his back pain disappeared and other symptoms improved. Price 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Dean's.
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Athens
Dean
F. M. Patten
Dougherty Street
Palmer & Son
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Swedish American Republicans Convene in Chicago on John Ericston Day
Nearly one thousand delegates from across Illinois gathered in Chicago for the Swedish American Republican League of Illinois annual convention. The day focused on reports and routine business, with the banquet tonight featuring Governor Deneen, Senator La Follette of Wisconsin, and other national Republican leaders as speakers.
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Chicago
Ill
Republican League of
Illinois
John Ericston
Deneen
la Follette
Wisconsin
Ferguson to Meet Kubiak in 12 Round Boxing Bout
Boston March 9 Al Kubiak the promising Michigander and Sandy Ferguson the rejuvenated Chelsea fighter are to meet in a 12 round bout on the wind up of the weekly boxing show at the Armory Athletic club tonight. Both are of similar height and build and are known as hard hitters likely to produce a lively contest.
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AL Kubiak
Boston
Mass
Michigander
Sandy Ferguson
Chelsae
Armory Athletic Club
New York Secret Service Emerges For Civic Safety
A self funded independent police group forms amid claims the city force is hampered by politics and crooks. The item also notes social commentary on Lady Constance Stewart Richardson and opinions on New York society, fashion, and a tale of a zoo elephant.
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New York
City of
Roosevelt
United States
Congress
London
Constance Stewart Richardson
Montreal
Lione
New York In Particular. As Lady Constance
Lady Constance
Society of New York
Salome
Fads and Fashions of Interest to Ladies in New York
New York on March 6 highlights a spring summer fabric display with satin cloths chiffon broadcloths and luster finished serges. Materials include mohair like light weight silks velvetish silks and waterproof Shantung and Mortora pongee fabrics with eye catching patterns and two color effects. Also featured are ginghams linens India and Arab silks and Salome silk with iridescent satin shading suitable for dresses and street wear.
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Paris
Paquin
Hnen
Ocraalon
Directoire Linus
New York
Shedwater
Paris Wat
Eugene P. Black Dies in Atlanta
Eugene P. Black a well known Atlanta resident died at his son Charles H. Black’s Peachtree Road home after a six week battle with pneumonia. He fell ill two months ago and deteriorated despite brief rallies. Last thirty six hours marked a gradual steady decline ending at 7 40 p m.
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Atlanta
Eugene P. Black
Charles H. Black
Peachtree Road
Black
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