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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1908

Page

4

Banner rates and political currents in Georgia

The Athens Banner outlines subscription options and pricing while detailing strong political commentary on Governor Hoke Smith, the Democratic nominee, and Georgia’s intra party tensions with Yancey Carter, Hearst supporters, and independent movements. It contrasts Georgia debates with New York Democratic prospects and critiques Macon News over Governor Smith’s silence on Brown’s gubernatorial candidacy.

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Olney Urges Democrats to Back the Democratic Ticket

Former Secretary of State Richard Olney writes in the New York World urging Democrats to set aside personal biases and vote for the country’s good, arguing that uniting behind the Democratic ticket is the path to restoring constitutional government and rejecting Republican rule. He notes Democrats include diverse groups but emphasizes national welfare over factional aims.

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The Slave Trade in Darkest Africa Explored in 1900s Writings

A critical essay connects Harold Bindloss and anti slavery campaigns to expose the ongoing Congo and West African slave trades under European rule. It notes detective reports by General Pienaar and missionaries, detailing contracts, emigration offices, and brutal force used by Portuguese authorities to maintain forced labor networks across Angola, San Thome, and Principe.

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Democracy in the South and the Taft Bryan Debate

A Southern view argues Democrats will retain the region, praising Bryan as a Southern natural and contrasting Taft’s record. It critiques the Republican Party for Reconstruction policies, tariff abuses, and alleged oppression, urging loyalty to the South and highlighting a forthcoming November choice between Taft and Bryan.

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The Brand of Roosevelt and Taft’s Roosevelt Tie

Theodore Roosevelt dominates the political rise of William H. Taft. Roosevelt backed Taft before the nomination and ensured his acceptance speech aligned with Roosevelt’s policies. Taft is depicted as Roosevelt’s successor, lacking independent thought, carrying the Roosevelt brand across the Republican ticket.

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Cholera Gases In City Of Manila

Forty eight new cases of cholera and nineteen deaths are reported in Manila for the last twenty four hours. Infected areas spread slightly but authorities expect to quickly gain control. Governor General Smith calls Philippine commission meeting to plan further containment. Federal troops guard water sources, and transport Sheridan is fumigated and cleared for Nagasaki then San Francisco.

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Cure Your Kidneys Pill ad claims dramatic relief

A period promotional notice extols Dean's Kidney Pills as the cure for kidney disease symptoms such as backache and urinary disorders. The Athens Ga testimonial from H C Pollard praises the remedy, mentioning purchase at Palmer & Sons and price of 60 cents, with Foster Milburn Co as U S sole agents and urging readers to remember the name Dawn's.

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Mindless books aid information on traffic suppression

Visitants and testimony support the belief that interior work proves it. The Congo Reform Association and the Angola League are cited as active in efforts to curb trafficking. For now, mindless books remain useful for information and entertainment while the fight continues.

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Williams Hearst letter to Willan Randolph Hearst

Governor Haskell challenges a New York American accusation about his ties to the Standard Oil Company. He proposes a five member editors committee from Springfield to St. Louis to hear the case under oath and decide. If found true, he will withdraw from the presidential campaign. if not, he seeks public contempt for the accuser.

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Letter From North Carolina Warrenton Patient Recovers From Kidney Ailment

A Warrenton reader writes of a six month kidney illness nearly ending in death. After tried remedies, Stuart's Bucha and Juniper reportedly cured the condition, restoring health and energy. The letter urges readers with kidney trouble to try the treatment and mentions a free sample offer from Stuart Drug Manufacturing Co. Atlanta.

Warrenton Stuart Stuart Drug Manufacturing Co Atlanta

Courtmartial of Private Over Travel Rules at Little Rock Post

Report from Little Rock Arkansas dated September 2 describes a guard post incident where a private defied orders by traveling without a permit. He faced court martial and a sentence of three months with pay stopped. reports claim local police detained him before Army officials moved him to the fort for trial.

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Hall's Family Medicines Ad For Sale In Town

A fragmented ad-like text promotes Hall's Family Medicines addressing colds cough and related illnesses. It lists sellers including Orr Drug Co and other local outlets, with references to wholesale and retail distribution and a pricing note. The readable portion hints at a period-style medical ad common to small town newspapers.

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