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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1922
Page
4
An editorial argues Democrats need not push the League of Nations as the main campaign issue. It suggests highlighting Republican failures to relieve financial distress and fulfill pledges, arguing the GOP’s neglect undercuts its credibility while the League stance can wait for a stronger electoral moment.
A report claimed Woodrow Wilson sent a message to a New York Democratic gathering alongside James M. Cox, supposedly to boost Cox for the presidential nomination. Wilson denies involvement, prefers to stay out of politics due to health, and advocates should not drag him into campaigns while noting his views align with Democratic direction.
The piece urges expanding intercollegiate debates at the University of Georgia and other institutions, arguing these contests should parallel athletic interest. It calls for more debates to develop students in literary and oratorical skills and to encourage universities and states to support debating programs.
A strong effort plans state purchase of the A B and A Railroad from receivers to safeguard the Western and Atlantic line against bottling. An organized movement targets action before the next state assembly session in June. About thirty one House members and fifteen senators from affected districts back the effort as railroad scrapping would hurt county property values. The issue looms as a major legislative question with debate on extending the W and W to the sea and occupies will likely receive significant attention.
In Athens 1804 Thanksgiving notes reveal neighbors sharing thanks for small mercies. Interviews praise health, weather, and business, while concerns over cotton boll weevil prompt plans for regional conferences. Dr Andrew Me Soule offers College cooperation to educate farmers, bankers, and merchants on pest management and improved yields.
A collection of witty aphorisms and social jests touching sports, politics, fashion, marriage, labor, and daily life. The snippets riff on umpire calls, tariffs, model husbands, vacations, and the thrill of first dresses, ending with a jab at bandits and a mother-daughter remark.
Plans to combat the boll weevil through conferences and demonstrations at the State College of Agriculture this spring aim to save thousands of dollars for cotton growers in the 8th congressional district. The movement seeks to provide positive facts and research results to help farmers before planting.
Tokio dispatch reports a clash between Japanese troops and Far Eastern forces at Spasakne had little impact on press stance toward the continued occupation of Siberia. Only a few vernacular papers like Chuval Shogyo Shimbe, an industrial organ, still advocate evacuation.
Independent Japanese press reports mixed views on the expedition’s aims as the Ji Shimbo asserts a government stance, while Tokyo’s Asahi Shimbun notes the original object may no longer exist. Dispatches say Japanese forces push to Vladivostok area with troops near the Vsurt line, threatening regional control.
Washington reports a major confrontation over the naval appropriation bill as leaders and lawmakers debate personnel provisions delaying the vote. The delay signals tense negotiations and possible revisions before passage.
An old advertisement promotes Wendella Vis Ambition Brand from Palmer and Son claiming quick mood lift and nervous-system relief. It touts a three day money back offer on the first box and markets Wendell’s Tis as a remedy for nervous indigestion sleeplessness and appetite issues.
House leaders postponed action until Friday in the wake of Representative Brin’s death, with plans to take up the bill Thursday. An amendment would raise the enlisted strength from 65,000 to 80,000 and add 6,000 age protection provisions, against a 2,000 figure previously. Chairman Madsen stated the measure would pass as drafted despite navy critics.
The readable portions hint at a discussion or speech about hogs and a schedule near a holiday. Names and clear facts are absent, leaving only scattered phrases and scrambled words. The fragmentary text suggests a postponed or altered plan with references to days and individuals but lacks coherent detail.
London reports the Bank of England reduced its discount rate to four percent. The move comes as part of broader monetary adjustments, with market reactions expected as lenders reassess borrowing costs and credit conditions.
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