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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1901
Page
4
The editorial argues against hedging on why Confederate soldiers fought. It claims Bishop Polk chose a righteous cause and asserts the Southern cause was right and proven at Appomattox and by history. It says the bar of truth will vindicate the South.
A playful take on political riders and band wagons. Voters sip the woods for the best campaign tune and await the first real show of which candidate will win. The piece lampoons candidates and notes the campaign is young and watches for tipping signs from the political crowd.
In 1864 Congress allowed states to place two citizens in the Capitol's Statuary Hall. Eighteen states have acted, with Virginia and Missouri represented. southern states have not yet added statues. The piece notes Georgia could honor Crayford W. Long, discoverer of anaesthesia, by placing a statue in the hall.
The Cuban campaign for the presidency is warming with Masso and Estrada Palma as the main contenders. Palma, who served as Cuba’s US delegate during the revolution, is favored to win, and Estrada Palma is seen as likely to become the republic’s first president.
The Tallulah Falls exposition from September 17 to 20 showcases northeastern Georgia resources and potential for capital investment. Organizers tout the event as instructive and eye opening about the state’s resources, aiming to attract visitors from across Georgia and nearby areas.
The Atlanta Journal notes growing warmth in Hon. Dupont Guerry's speeches as he speaks to rally supporters. It observes his ability to energize those not aligned with the political line and predicts he will remain a lively figure throughout the campaign.
Admiral Watson vows to sue any officer who calls Admiral Schley a coward and to allow that officer a chance to vindicate himself before a court if such a charge arises. The American public backs Watson against repeated attacks on Schley. The piece also notes political opposition to Alabama's new constitution and comments on European tensions in Turkey and South Africa.
The survey lists the seven principal navies by total ships and budgets. England leads in tonnage with 1 766 855, France 781 065, Russia 559 645, United States 507 394, Germany 459 482, Italy 822 707, Japan 251 898. Naval appropriations for the year total 149 755 620 for England and smaller amounts for France 63 244 650 Russia 50 550 297 Germany 48 892 782 Italy 28 708 696 Japan 18 657 683 Spain 3 800 000, all largely for shipbuilding.
The New York Age argues Afro-Americans face union discrimination and use as pawns by capitalists and trades unions. It warns that Afro-American laborers are driven to suffer no matter who wins in clashes between capital and labor.
The article notes Captain Evan P. Howell will seek the Atlanta council seat in the Seventh ward and is expected to win. It suggests his election will bring street railway competition issues to the council and shape Atlanta municipal history.
The notice claims export trade with the Philippines rose ten percent in the past year and will be used to defend expansionist policy. It warns critics of neglecting higher military costs and American casualties from the Philippine presence, framing the issue as political greed.
The Augusta Herald argues against fear of Emperor William's cotton plan in Africa. It notes England's Civil War era attempt failed and credits American planters for resuming West African supply. The piece claims cotton-only farming harms prosperity and urges diversification to boost the South.
Hall's Great Discovery claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles in men and women including gravel diabetes and rheumatism. One bottle supposedly lasts two months and is sold by druggists with testimonials available. Letter from W H Bruton endorses the remedy after a long standing case, dated June 1 1901.
In Atlanta at 68 Hood Street Roy Wilkes aged 11 fired a parlor rifle, killing his sister Loraine 14 yesterday afternoon. Investigators say the shot was accidental as the boy held the weapon to his shoulder while the tragedy occurred.
General Orders from the Division Headquarters in Atlanta Georgia outline Macon Central City hosting plans for the October reunion. Emphasis on large attendance, recruitment of all Confederate veterans, railroad rates set at one cent per mile, and a two day schedule with an 11 am opening and noon parade.
A tribute recalls Rev. J L Stevens born May 49 1836 in Charleston 8 0 died on a visit to Asheville North Carolina He was Virginia University and Theological Seminary educated and devoted to aiding the poor through constant gospel work He married Mary Emma Freeman and honored by colleagues who note his meek character and lifelong charity The obituary ends with his burial near Asheville and a note about Perry Davis Pain Killer advertising context.
The piece reports Queen Lilinoeokalanti opposing efforts to remove Governor Dole, Native meetings selecting a successor advocate, and a letter from John Kaluhi recounting the monarchy era. It notes continued volcanic activity near Kilua and various unrelated 19th century notices about railroads education and offices in different locales.
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