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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1917

Page

5

Athens Chamber Plans Patriotic Demonstration Meeting

The Athens Chamber of Commerce directors convene at 8:30 this evening with the mayor, city council, county board of roads and revenues, and heads of educational institutions to plan a large patriotic demonstration in support of the president and government. The discussion may launch a cadet-driven training camp and position Athens as a military training site.

Chamber of Commerce Athens County Board of Commissioners of Roads and Revenues J. W. Chipley Athens Chamber of Commerce

Athens men urged to work Clarke farmers for food

A letter from J W Chipley proposes a Clarke county food drive urging every man and boy in Athens to work one day for local farmers to plant foodstuffs. He warns the war may last two to four years and suggests a week set aside for farming to boost supply and ease prices.

Athens Clarke Clarke County Georgia United States

Brockman Meetings Conclude At University Chapel

In the final Brockman gathering under University U. M. A. auspices, hundreds of students filled the chapel. Dr. Brockman spoke sincerely and inspiringly as about 150 young men pledged to live a right, clean, consecrated life. The week long meetings were hailed as the greatest religious effort at the university in years.

Brockman University U. M

Dally Thought Not Fle Is Wise in Speech

A brief line argues wisdom lies in deeds over words, reflecting a moral emphasis on action. The fragment hints at a personal takeaway about prudent conduct and measured speech.

Dally

Death of Mrs Evie Lou Daves at 130 Englewood Ave

Mrs Evie Lou Daves aged 38 died late yesterday at her home 130 Englewood Avenue. Funeral from Oconee Street Methodist Church tomorrow at 3 PM with Rev E W Jones officiating. Burial in Oconee Cemetery. Survived by husband J W Daves two children Johnnie and George two stepchildren Mrs Lizzie Roberts and Miss Maggie Daves and adopted daughter Annie Embrick.

Evie Lou Daves Englewood Avenue Oconee Street Methodist Church E. W. Jones Oconee Cemetery Methodist Church J. W. Daves Johnnie George Lizzie Roberts Maggie Daves Annie Embrick

Keep Cheerful Message for Daily Good Deeds

The text urges daily good deeds and maintaining a cheerful face to brighten others. It suggests kindness wins hearts even when events go wrong, promoting a positive attitude and friendly demeanor.

Athens Citizen 15 Outraged at Rumors

Mr. Julius Dornblatt defends his loyalty after rumors circulated that questioned his patriotism. He denies the accusations, asserts long-standing American ties, and vows to confront those responsible while noting the impact on his reputation among locals.

Athens Julius Dornblatt Mr. Dornblatt Tirty Dornblatt Judge White State Normal School

Knights Templar Commandery Election Meeting Tonight

Godfrey de Bouillon Commandery Knights Templar convenes at 8:30 PM in the Masonic Hall for the annual officer election to take place around Easter. All Sir Knights are urged to attend this important gathering.

Godfrey de Bouillon Knights Templar Masonic Hall

Funeral of Mrs. George C. Thomas Held Yesterday

Yesterday morning at 11 o'clock the funeral for Mrs. George C. Thomas was led by Rev. E. L. Hil and Rev. James W. Lynch. The service reflected her life, faith, and preferred hymns before her body was laid to rest at Oconee cemetery.

George C. Thomas E. L. Hil First Presbyterian Church James W. Lynch First Baptist Church Christian Lfe Oconee

Boston Bakery Burglary and Near Fire Stems from Night Entry

The Boston Bakery at Han cock and Hull was broken into last night by removing a rear door. About fifty pounds of sugar and roughly the same amount of lard were stolen, and the fire was narrowly averted as damp wood avoided damage. One suspect, a former bakery employee, was arrested but not linked to the theft.

Boston Hancock and Hull Haemenorre

Delegates Named for Emmanuel Church Diocesan Meeting

Emmanuel church selects T. H. Nelson and H. J. Rowe as delegates with H. C. Whit as alternate to the Diocesan Convention of Atlanta in Macon on April 18. The convention will elect a bishop to succeed the late Right Reverend O. K. Nelson. Alternate delegates are J. H. T. McHatton J. E. Talmadge and R. T. Goodwin.

Emmanuel Church Macon Diocese of Atlanta OK. Nelson T. H. Neelson H. J.rowe H. C Whit J. H. T. McHatton J. E., Talmadge R. T. Goodwin

Michigan Games Canceled Amid National Crisis

Michigan canceled two planned baseball games with Georgia next week due to the country’s critical conditions. Virginia has also announced cancelations among colleges, including baseball, with Georgia awaiting official word from Charlottesville on the series with the Red and Black. Georgia plans to proceed with its schedule unless contracts are necessary to void.

Georgia Michigan Virginia Charlottesville

Spring Cold Relief Advert Claims Durability

A spring cold health note touts Dr. King's New Discovery as quick relief for stuffed head sore throat and general cold symptoms. It urges continued use until the cold is gone and warns against stopping early due to lingering symptoms or temperature changes.

Dr. King

Common-Sense Method Subdues Large Opponent

A jurist notes how a smaller man, Brother Link, faced Bradder Turup a towering six feet high and nearly a ton in weight. The exchange shows the clever reply and the reasoning that led to a quiet noon.

Bradder Turup Small Brother Link Judge

Rank Foolishness About Colds and Remedy Claim

Editorial mocks the claim that cold weather causes colds and argues the germ causes illness. It asserts the microbe thrives in damp cold and promotes Chamberlain’s Remedy as a proven, long trusted cure, advice dated and marketed as widely available.

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Chas. Morris Broad Street Tonght Mr. Chipley THE University OF Georgia Hadaway Martin Bros Clayton Street Templar Geo. C. Thomas Boston Bakery Wishmores Costa's
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