18 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1917
Page
1
Across the Atlantic coast a warning of a German submarine presence was broadcast after a torpedo was reported across the bow of the destroyer Smith. Officials say the lookout may have mistaken a torpedo wake and note a strict patrol is maintained offshore.
French forces push through German lines between Sissonne and Rheims capturing Anberie and advancing over a two mile front. They report over 11,000 prisoners taken Monday and seize high ground amid heavy German counterattacks. British forces press near Lens Havrincourt wood as Mesopotamian operations advance toward Samarra. Russians foresee a Berlin revolution after strikes. London news notes no English elections until November.
Senate and House military committees near finalization of the administration war bill with selective conscription. Wilson and Baker push to speed passage while supporters weigh including volunteers. General Wood condemns universal service as impractical. Regular army recruitment exceeds needs, Navy enlistments rise. total active Navy reaches 71,696 with plans to seek 150,000.
Fresh strawberries limited supply this morning from Arnold and Abney. Also advertised are string beans ten cents a bundle, new potatoes fifteen cents a quart, snap beans ten cents a quart, cucumbers lettuce and celery. Costa's Delicatessen contact number 1131.
Washington DC April 17 the seven billion dollar war revenue bill was unanimously passed by the senate tonight changes made by the house require conference before final passage to the president for signature the administration bill now heads to negotiations for final enactment
Georgia University braces for a tough double header with North Carolina at Sanford Field. NC has beaten Virginia and Davidson recently, shaping Southern Conference standings. Georgia suffers Farrish Mize’s loss at short, shifting Spurlock and Quattlebaum into the role, while Coach Henderson considers new pitchers amid a strong hurling corps including Fox, Westbrook, Philpot, Satterfield, Camp, and Moore. The series follows with a road trip to Chapel Hill and games against Trinity and A and M, promising stout competition.
Dr Soule and Chamber of Commerce leaders told about two major food conservation plans at a luncheon with two dozen business men. A potato warehouse and a cannery would store potatoes and preserve fruits and vegetables to boost production and guarantee markets. A committee will present figures at a mass meeting soon, and funds are expected to be raised.
John Harris, a colored inmate, was found guilty of murder for killing a fellow convict with a shovel on the road months ago and received a life sentence from Judge Cobb. Babe Woodie got three years and one year for assault to murder. Ed Fewclothes drew six months for escaping. John Kenderland’s larceny case was started yesterday and to be finished today as the grand jury adjourned after presenting their findings.
This morning at about 3 40 officials report the sudden death of Mr A V Deadwyler at his home on Mitchell's Bridge Road. He was seized by an attack of acute indigestion. The Banner learned of the passing at the press hour.
Master Walter Forbes son of Mr and Mrs W T Forbes was struck on the head by a playmate and sustained a skull fracture. He was unconscious for a time and had a convulsion but last night rested better and chances for recovery favored. Fresh strawberries today at Williamsons red ripe Costa’s delicate scan phone 1131.
Citizens and local businesses pledge support for a permanent flagpole atop the city hall water tower with weather protection. Subscriptions are urged to reach the Banner promptly to ensure the flag flies by next week. Current total donations include Griffeth Implement Co 2.50 and Athens Hardware Co 5.90, plus prior acknowledgments.
Guests are invited to the new Chero Cola Bottling Company plant on Hancock Avenue from 10 a m to 5 p m to tour the modern facility. A sightseers view of bottling from bottle cleansing to crate loading will be offered with refreshments served and management welcoming Athens friends to inspect the process and enjoy the event.
The Clarke County grand jury reports on county roads and bridges for April Term 1917. They praise most roads but flag one poor section from Nowhere road to Center road due to citizen noncooperation. They urge replacing mud on banks, banning ditch dumping into roads, and require soil analysis before resurfacing. They also propose a new Barber street to Center road link to ease Commerce access and note stray traffic concerns. Fresh strawberries today at Liamson's.
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