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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1919
Page
4
Commence Building New Athens urges immediate action to meet surging housing demand as real estate activity rises. With prices stable but material scarce and rents high, a coordinated effort to finance and construct apartment housing could relieve congestion and attract new citizens.
A reflective Easter meditation recalls the life and sacrifice of Jesus from the manger to Golgotha and the resurrection. The piece links the message of peace on earth and goodwill to men with wartime burdens and asks readers to consider contributing to national debts as Uncle Sam.
The tax commission holds meetings across Georgia to explain the need for a revised just tax system. They argue current methods miss property that should be taxed and advocate taxing those who do not now pay their share to fund state needs including education. Governor Dorsey and his committee will present a report to the upcoming legislature.
The article urges every wage earner to open a bank account and save regularly. Small weekly deposits grow into meaningful totals, offering independence, security, and the ability to meet obligations, even in hard times.
A public appeal urges citizens to invest in Victory Liberty Loan bonds to help pay the war debt. It stresses that the war is over but the debt remains and that purchasing bonds is a safe, paying proposition to support the government and bring soldiers home.
A sermon stresses Jesus answer to the lawyer about the greatest commandment, loving God with heart soul and strength and loving neighbors as oneself. It links this to Paul and Lincoln, urging inner spiritual life, purity of heart, and action in charity beyond mere belief.
A farmer advises keeping Chamberlain remedies at hand for minor ailments to avoid trips to town. He lists Cold and Diarrhoea Remedy for bowels, Cough Remedy for coughs and croup, Liniment for sprains and rheumatic pains, and Tablets for digestive issues. These stock items prevent minor issues from becoming serious.
Fashion description presents a taupe tricotine dress No 7068 with an embroidered neck border, untrimmed, styled for figures 24 to 44 inches bust. The piece is priced at 25 cents and tied to a broader theme of love and law reference.
Paris reports Jules Vedrines, renowned French aviator, died in a fall near St. Rambert D'Albon during an attempted nonstop Lyon to Rome flight of about 700 miles. The death was reported to the Havas agency.
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