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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1910
Page
4
Athens Daily Banner readers are urged to back a constitutional amendment allowing counties to levy taxes to fund high schools. The piece argues the measure expands educational facilities, especially for rural counties, and warns against defeating the amendment. It also notes local races and comments on politics and potential preparatory school ideas for boys.
Oklahoma City hosts the National Good Roads convention October 4, drawing governors' delegates from nearly all states and experts in road promotion. The three day session includes representatives of agricultural, commercial and industrial groups and other national figures in the field. Kansas City carnival opens with electrical illuminations and pageants, featuring grand parades, masque balls, auto races, and athletic events.
Ottawa starts the autumn session with 4440 appeals listed for hearing. The docket includes cases from Provincial courts on Osheries jurisdiction, Dominion power to legislate insurance, and federal versus provincial law on company incorporations.
The piece debates a possible Democratic surge to seize Senate control in 1912, arguing nine or eleven seats could shift power from Republicans. It notes Maine already swung Democratic and warns against risky coalitions with insurgent Republicans while urging steady effort to gain seats and a 1912 presidential victory.
The piece argues Theodore Roosevelt’s strength could reshape the Republican Party away from standpatters toward insurgents, forecasting 1912 dynamics. It warns Taft renomination would doom the party, notes pressure on Roosevelt to run for New York governor, and suggests Democrats might seize the presidency if Republicans fracture further.
The Louisville Courier-Journal discusses census figures showing the 1909 U S death rate at its lowest level yet, while acknowledging regional gaps in vital statistics. It praises anti tuberculosis efforts and epidemic control, noting continued public interest in sanitary issues and the need to expand campaigns nationwide.
Sanitary and sensible living will cut down the nation's doctor will and lower the national mortality rate. The people are learning more about these things and popular education in improving the popular health. There are many factors that are contributing to the progress of the campaign and there should be marked advancement henceforward in all parts of the country.
Wisconsin Republicans back La Follette without endorsing Taft or the Payne Aldrich tariff. New York Republicans, led by Roosevelt, push insurgency yet endorse Taft and the tariff. The contrast shows consistency in La Follette’s stance and inconsistency in Roosevelt’s claimed position.
The Banner argues the Southern states are advancing toward being the world’s leading meat producers. Citing statistics and Secretary Wilson’s forecast, it notes farmers gain from home meat production, aided by state colleges and agricultural institutions teaching the value of livestock. It recalls the prewar South as a livestock region and describes a revival away from cotton toward grain and animal husbandry.
Athenians praise Georgia educational institutions for growth and impact. University of Georgia enrollment rises, State College of Agriculture draws farmers’ sons, State Normal School reports record attendance, Lucy Cobb Institute expands with strong women’s program. City schools overflow, urging more space and funding. endowment drive recommended for Lucy Cobb to unlock opportunities.
European bankers lost last year to fraud among American firms and now demand guaranty of all cotton bills of lading. American bankers refuse, proposing their own plan that foreign banks rejection prevents. A strenuous Atlantic banking fight risks delay, but the world needs cotton and payment pathways will be found.
Spring City Tennessee reports the Thompson brothers Carl Homer and Tommie Thompson have returned to the University of Georgia to resume baseball duties. They were key assets for the Red and Black last season and are welcomed by students, fans, and residents as they rejoin the team.
Clarke county superior court begins its fall term Monday with a heavy docket. Judge Brand expects swift disposition of business while ensuring justice. Grand and traverse juries are listed, including W. D. Beacham, Jno. R. Nunally, Jno. M. Fowler, Emmet J. Bondurant, Reh. T. Moore, Jno. H. Patman, and many others for jury service.
Georgia prepares for a Saturday clash with Gordon to gauge if it can match or exceed the prep squad’s score and to measure the Red and Black’s progress under Coach Cunningham. The article notes improved energy, a faster style, and concerns about the line as the team readies for Mercer and Tech, with former Gordon links on the roster.
A historical notice notes rising alcohol prescriptions issued from August to September with a projected peak in February. It lists physicians and druggists involved, including J. C. Holliday and Orr Drug Company, among others, reflecting seasonal demand and regulatory records.
A brief note reads P. Canning ss e Warren J. Smith and Company total. The fragment suggests a financial entry or ledger line involving Warren J. Smith & Bro and P Canning.
The September police report shows 118 docketed cases with 118 guilty or convicted results. Total September receipts from all sources reach 1,899.10 dollars, including fines, turnovers, and cash on hand. The piece also notes political friction involving Tom Watson’s supporters and the Tribble race.
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