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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1919
Page
4
The Athens Banner lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions with six month, three month, one month, and annual rates and notes advance payment. It provides telephone contacts for editorial and news departments and requests prompt delivery complaints to the business office. The paper mentions Associated Press membership and rights for republication of news dispatches.
Editorial urges Clarke county to call an election to issue bonds of 200000 to pave main highways with concrete. It argues the plan is economical, supported by three progressive county commissioners, and would pair with federal funds to improve roads into the city and across the county.
The Building Room Is On The Banner urges one time building of homes and business houses. Real estate is cheap now, and investors may profit in years ahead. Will and George Scott begin Clayton street construction valued around forty thousand dollars, with stores rented at reasonable rents.
A nearly ten percent increase in telephone charges will take effect May 1 for both homes and businesses. The rise reflects higher material costs and substantial wage increases, with wages accounting for about half of company expenses. The government aims to balance service quality and costs amid postwar conditions.
The Methodist Centenary celebration marks 100 years of missions begun by John Stewart among the Wyandot, with the church’s various branches raising a total of about 150 million dollars. The goals include 105 million for the main church, 36 million for the south, and 10 million for the Canadian church, led by the Joint Centenary committee.
A poem contemplates naming a postwar peace agreement a treaty covenant league or alliance. It argues peace unites nations by mutual pledge and sacrifice, with each party agreeing to support peace through final promises and coordinated actions.
An advertisement touts Ironized Paw-Paw Tonic as a universal health aid. It claims to relieve heat related ailments and aid sleep, digestion, and nervousness, urging readers to buy a bottle for $1.20 from Interstate Drug Company of New York.
A sermon on Proverbs 11 39 urges tract ministry as a practical gift of salvation. It cites Richard Baxter and Philip Dodridge as examples, notes a missionary’s tale of Misa Marty Welm, and urges both ministers and laypeople to distribute tracts widely in daily life and public spaces.
Rumors say Villa rebels clash with government forces at Jifinez 130 miles south of Chihuahua City but lack of wire communication prevents confirmation.
Washington April 26 A ruling by Comptroller of Currency Williams lifts most restrictions on national bank lending when liberty bonds or victory loan bonds are pledged as security to 105 percent or more of the loan amount.
A sales pitch invites couples to learn how to purchase and occupy a home while paying for it. It emphasizes appealing to women seeking a home of their own and promises guidance for both spouses on achieving that goal.
The Georgia Extension Division reports strong pig club progress with rising membership, scientific feeding methods, and higher bloodlines. In one county fourteen schools raised pigs from lunch waste, selling for $590 at auction, while towns and counties show large-scale production and multiple prize wins totaling hundreds of dollars in ribbons and prizes. Nationwide comparisons note substantial increases in hog numbers, value, and pure bred stock in 1918, highlighting gains for both black and white pig club members and a state fair showing at Fort Valley.
The Georgia State College of Agriculture and the U S Department of Agriculture study 600 Sumter farms to assess boll weevil impact on farming in south Georgia. Records from five years ago and the current survey aim to reveal profitable farm sizes and crop mix effects.
County agents promote 4H style clubs to teach farming skills and extend educational opportunities. March reports show 968 clubs assisted across districts with aims of 15 000 big club members 10 000 corn club members and 2 500 calf club members. Night meetings draw families with strong participation and regional interest.
The article urges spring and early summer cultivation to support moisture for fruit trees and crops. It notes peaches require spring growth for next year's fruit and recommends weekly cultivation for crops like Irish potatoes, and after rains, to conserve soil moisture.
County Agent J H Warren reports plans nearly complete to build nine potato houses in Hart County to store 35000 bushels. Local subscriptions, ready lumber, secured locations, and a booked foreman signal strong support for 1913. Experts outline storage and curing steps for sweet potatoes and offer free plans from the Georgia State College of Agriculture.
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