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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1908
Page
4
The piece discusses Georgia garnishment law amendments and railroads cash in Georgia, arguing money staying in state supports commerce. It contrasts Democratic courage with the risk of elections and notes political tactics for Chicago and national conventions.
The Georgia public faces a second term challenge to Gov. Smith as Hon. Joseph M. Brown enters the race. Dissatisfaction with the current administration fuels calls for a conservativ e shift and endorsement of Brown. Many residents back Brown's stance on railroad regulation and fair treatment of property rights.
The passage argues that Democrats in a presidential race face recurring claims of unlikely victory, especially in the South, and suggests that past defeats may stem from meek rank and file acquiescence and passive strategies. The text reflects on party morale and perceived failures.
Republicans discuss curbing Southern influence in nominating presidential candidates. North Republicans oppose giving too much power to the negro in convention votes. A plan to modify delegate representation could shift clout to Southern Democrats, per the Philadelphia Inquirer.
An editorial urges legal process over lynching after an Atlanta police officer’s brutal homicide and execution, praising fair trials and law enforcement. It then discusses Georgia politics with current governor candidate dynamics, favoring Joseph M Brown and outlining factions, votes, and electoral strategies ahead of the June primary.
Indy appoints his spareut to the governor’s office, marking a notable post in state leadership. The move signals shifts in the administration and potential policy implications for the upcoming term.
A large Macon Wage Workers Protective Association gathering at Machinists Hall endorsed Gov candidate Joe M Brown citing restoration of confidence for capitalists and employment in Georgia. W H Evans was praised as labor union candidate for the legislature, with broad worker turnout across trades and crafts.
Oberlin M. Corter a former United States engineering corps captain will seek restoration of his rank and army status after Judge Kohlsaar’s decision which awarded him 45800 in curaties. He plans to petition President Roosevelt directly, citing a stain on his name and arguing the crimes against justice in military law.
A Evansville Indiana man narrates a five year battle with kidney and bladder troubles that left him emaciated and unable to work. After doctors failed, Foley's Kidney Cure provided relief after one bottle and complete cure after the second. He urges others to seek help, noting the product is sold by all druggists.
A 19th century account recalls attempted robberies of the U S Treasury with plans by Martin Broadfoot to tunnel from the Fifteenth Street sewer and drain gold via rubber bags to Potomac confederates. Secret Service notes and Secretary Faber redesigned the guard system, installing time locks and reinforced safes after the notable near miss.
A Treasury safe expert once opened multiple safes in minutes, prompting officials to bolster protection. The three 8 hour watches aim to deter both night and daytime raids, with the captain noting a daytime draw for entry and the force ready to call in District police, National Guard, Fort Meyer, and other barracks in emergencies.
Washington March 23 Representative Charles C Littlefield of Maine handed his resignation to Speaker Cannon and already notified Governor Cobb He says he quits to resume law practice and cites financial losses The move shocks Maine political circles
B F Crocker aged 84 and longtime Justice of the Peace at Martinsburg Iowa reports severe rheumatic pain in his left arm and right hip. He says three bottles of Chamberlain's Pain Balm relieved much gout and aided sleep and rest. Sold by several Athens Georgia stores.
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