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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1917
Page
7
An old newspaper ad extols daily morning use of hot water with a spoonful of limestone phosphate to cleanse the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims this internal sanitation improves complexion, boosts energy, and prevents illnesses, urging readers to buy a quarter pound of limestone phosphate to prove the benefits.
News from here reports Charles H. Brand appointed to the banking and currency committee revision of laws and education committees. Officials say his eminently qualified service on these panels and his record of splendid public service led to the assignments.
Mrs Lila Williams of Lumpkin Street won a five dollar check after correctly solving the hidden check feature. She was the sole contestant to submit the correct solution at Banner office, which announced the prize and noted the check is at Holland Cafe.
Athens defeated Madison 6 to 1 at Madison. Rawson and pitcher W C Wingfield held the Aggies, while Athens bunched hits in five innings and stole bases at will. Costa to Short and Soule turned two fine double plays in defense.
Special to the Banner reports Georgia faces a fiscal challenge as the 1917 general assembly must balance rising expenditures with shrinking revenue sources. Historical data show convict lease, near beer, locker clubs, and other levies declining, while school funds, pensions, higher education, civil establishment, and other appropriations increased significantly between 1913 and 1916, signaling tighter budgets ahead.
Ten businessmen and farmers back a plan to ship a solid car load of velvet beans to Athens for Clarke County farmers. Planting up to 125 bunkers each, beans will be grown between corn rows to feed land and livestock while supporting Southern food and feed needs next year. County Agent Woodruff promotes the drive to subsidize and help ensure delivery.
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