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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1909
Page
4
The Athens Banner lists subscription rates, notes about delivery, and anecdotes. It highlights women as good superintendents, remarks on independence for farmers, and mocks political scandals while previewing upcoming debates and scientific concerns such as plant anthracnose, with references to Taft, McKinley, Taft’s possum joke, and a Pennsylvania statue graft remark.
Mr August Belmont voices gloom over degenerating American character and a worship of the golden calf He cites press exaggeration of leaders and party machines as eroding independent spirit He warns politics now centers on personalities and machines rather than organized purpose.
The president’s subsidies proposal draws opposition from both major parties. The Florida Times-Union argues a national tax to create a merchant marine would not guarantee trade or lower costs, since foreign ships can move cargo cheaper. It questions whether subsidies actually benefit American producers and likens the idea to a costly push for protection.
An editorial argues against overextending sympathy to criminals, noting the motive and risk behind their acts matter more than the petty amount stolen. It cites Keller’s ten year penitentiary sentence for stealing seven cents to stress prudence in judging crime and punishment.
The piece discusses whether raw materials should be untaxed or taxed via finished product tariffs. It cites Grover Cleveland and Bryan supporters, argues against dual tariffs that favor manufacturers, and urges party unity on a revenue tariff that aligns with democratic principles.
A call to greater vigilance against tuberculosis described as the great white plague. The article contrasts public fear of pellagra with the widespread, preventable spread of tuberculosis and urges cleanliness and caution to curb its transmission. It argues tuberculosis is highly communicable, not merely hereditary, and must be met to save humanity.
Richard H. Edmonds editor of the Manufacturers' Record argues American manufacturers risk higher cotton costs if they wait. He claims foreign mills are buying up cotton now while urging American spinners to shut down, leaving U S buyers to face scarcity and rising prices later.
Miss Cecily Hamilton a single English suffragette argues marriage is slavery for women The Savannah News counters that most American wives are content and honored by their husbands who work hard provide for families and prefer living without losing their independence
The Philadelphia Record notes growing Republican dissatisfaction with Taft's tariff stance and with Aldrich and Cannon. It argues Taft's popularity hides a rift with western voters and insurgents, urging progressive Republicans to join Democrats as cracks widen. The piece predicts a larger Democratic vote next year.
Athenians are urged to support endurance races planned between Atlanta and Augusta next month. Athens secured the route and will serve as a stopping point, with several local cars expected to enter. Organizers request a swift, united effort and a hearty supper to welcome the event.
Government soil survey efforts in Georgia span fourteen counties and map land types, crop adaptations, and best cultivation methods. Hugh H. Bennett says these reports will attract investment, guide state-wide agricultural progress, and enable targeted improvements across Georgia’s diverse soils from coast to Piedmont to northwest shale lands.
The piece argues the Democratic Party is split over tariff whether for revenue or protection. It urges all factions to join in a conference, align on a policy, and present a united front as in 1892, warning that division harms electoral chances and advising Champ Clark’s plan for concerted action.
The cotton crop in Georgia and surrounding states faces heavy losses from anthracnose. Georgia farmers may lose twelve to fifteen million dollars yearly, with South Carolina at five million. State College of Agriculture, led by President Soule, is urged to pursue scientific research to find remedies.
An Ohio official argues public high schools should boost domestic science to curb divorce, linking lack of domestic training to marital instability. She cites alcohol as a factor but states many divorces stem from husbands’ worthlessness, urging more home-building education in schools.
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