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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1916
Page
4
A collection of brief items from The Athens Banner touching on Flag Day preparations, political chatter about Henry Ford and the G O P, upcoming reunions in Birmingham, and outlooks on Georgia county primaries. Includes notes on weather, transportation crowds, and party dynamics.
An editorial argues mobs occur nationwide and cites recent incidents from Haverhill Massachusetts to Oklahoma Virginia and Manitoba. It condemns mob violence while stressing Georgia is not alone and urges ending mob law without further abuse.
Hon. William J. Harris of Georgia spoke at Peabody Hall under the University of Georgia School of Commerce. He outlined the Federal Trade Commission’s work to preserve competition and curb unfair business practices, deeming the talk valuable for students and citizens.
The article argues the U S should capture Villa, despite limited troops and supplies, noting Carranza's lack of aid and desire for withdrawal. It recalls the Vera Cruz expedition, contending humiliation if a lone bandit goes free and warning broader trouble if capture fails. The piece asserts the chase must continue to deter Mexican bandits and irresponsibles.
A reflective verse warns against delaying tasks as time presses with overdue bills. The speaker urges action before fate closes in, emphasizing timely duties and the consequences of procrastination.
A playful cartoon scene shows JY questioning a bold young woman who answers with witty mockery defining her name as Impudence and her mother as Ignorance in a humorous rebuff.
A sermon calling for a real vital church that stands as utility as morale falters and the people decline. The author warns that when the church sickens its members lose purpose, while spiritual nourishment and discipline decay.
A pastor’s critique outlines five spiritual failures within denominations. It argues that an idle church cannot harvest souls, cites James on faith and works, condemns a non cooperative spirit and stinginess, urges mutual support, and stresses compassionate action like the Good Samaritan to awaken conscience and heal the church.
Tax Receiver J H Dorsey announced that by yesterday less than a quarter of city and county residents have filed 1916 tax returns and the books will close May 1. Only about 24 work days remain. those failing to file by then face double taxation under the law.
A vintage advertisement critiques calomel as dangerous and promises Dodson's Liver Tone as a harmless alternative. The copy claims the tonic cleanses the liver, avoids sickness, and even appeals to parents by stating it is safe for children and cannot salivate.
Special to the Banner reports Hall County Georgia held a primary. Winners include Ordinary W D Whelchel sheriff W A Crow clerk superior court R W Smith treasurer R L Lathem receiver W B Buffington collector Amos E Fuller coroner D C Stow school superintendent J D Underwood road supervisor W W Sloan chairman county commissioners A J Calendar and county commissioner J R Whaley. Crow formerly lived at Gillsville and defeated A E Spencer who had served as sheriff.
An old advertisement extols Sloan's Liniment to relieve neuralgia stiff neck sore muscles and rheumatic pain with quick warming relief and improved sleep. It claims quick blood flow and comfort after one or two applications and markets the product at 25 cents through druggists.
Tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock all veterans of the Spanish American War and the Foreign Wars of the United States are asked to meet at the city hall to form a camp of veterans of these campaigns. Regular army and volunteers who served in these campaigns are urged to attend, including those from Commerce Winder Madison Elberton and nearby towns.
An advertising note urges daily bowel movement and recommends Chamberlain's Tablets after supper to correct constipation. Sold by all dealers.
At a county board of education meeting the accounts of teachers were approved and a warrant sent to the capitol for last month’s money. Once capitol officers transmit funds, Superintendent Dozier will pay March salaries. checks expected between the 15th and 20th.
An old advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills promising cleansing effects on bowels liver and blood. It urges readers to clear body poisons with a 25c price at the druggist.
Train No. 60 departs 8 30 a m eastern time. Train No. 52 departs 4 p m. Train No. 56 departs 4 30 p m Sunday only. Train No. 51 arrives 12 30 p m except Sunday. Train No. 63 arrives 30 p m. Train No. 67 arrives noon Sundays.
Gainesville Midland Ay timetable lists trains serving Athens Belmont Gaineswood Winder Monroe and connections. Train 2 leaves Athens 7 20 am Train 4 leaves 2 20 pm Train 1 arrives Athens 11 40 am Train 4 arrives Athens 6 40 pm Nos 2 and 4 connect at Belmont for Winder and intermediate points and with the Georgia Railroad for all points and with Southern Railway north and south.
Seaboard Air Line schedules show southbound trains No 11 at 5 35 am No 17 at 7 10 am No 6 at 3 46 pm and No 29 at 6 17 pm. Northbound trains No 30 at 10 40 am No 6 at 6 17 pm No 18 at 7 45 pm and No 12 at 11 42 pm.
Southern Railway schedules show Athens Branch services with daily trains at 8 20 am and 1 00 pm and sun only 8 15 pm. Additional daily trains exclude Sundays and a 3 30 pm service. Arrivals list noon and 6 60 pm times. Information via Paul Pinkerton and E Shelton agents with phone contacts.
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