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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1920
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text appears to be a legal style notice about republication rights and associated press attribution. It indicates rights reserved for The Athens Banner and related republication terms and dispatches.
A critic denounces Georgia leaders for claiming Bolshevism while neglecting school funding. The piece argues state finances and duties should prioritize education, roads, and teachers, warning that electing officials on broad national themes harms local needs.
A letter to The Banner argues that dangerous driving and repeated auto accidents require drastic enforcement of traffic ordinances. The citizen asks whether local law provides strong punishment for willful violations and cites reckless driving near fire trucks as a call to action.
A citywide call to enforce traffic laws cites dangers from reckless driving. The Banner warns that violations threaten pedestrians and motorists, urging cooperation with police and heavy penalties to deter accidents and deaths.
At a Georgia Press Association gathering in Carrollton Uncle John Shannon of the Commerce News criticized straddlers and praised editorial fearlessness. The Lawrenceville News-Herald notes his remarks targeted Hoke Smith and urged editors to take clear positions, drawing applause from attendees.
The page presents a jumble of quiz items and statements including references to Venice, candy prices, the Chinese Exclusion Bill, melons, Alexandria Bay as a summer resort, a peculiar plane color, computing a road area, and questions on cloth, land of perpetual summer, reduction, obstruction, and a horse’s second set of teeth.
A poetic homage praises a woman for her God fearing purity honesty and service. It extols her gentle warmth devotion to animals children and elders and her loving nature as a measure of true character. Her love for God and all creatures is highlighted as the lasting testament to her life.
Kansas officials report a rise in available cars easing the wheat marketing strain. About 22 million bushels remain on Kansas farms and 8 million in elevators from last year. Vaster challenge lies in moving this year's 110 to 126 million bushels to mills and exporters. Bankers fear crop loans nearing 100 million dollars as extensions and wheat paper moves face policy shifts. Railroad warns farmers to store grain on farms or in barns awaiting movement.
Ohio court records reveal Frank J. Cheney, senior partner of Cheney & Co., swears to oath in Toledo County. The filing notes the firm’s business in Toledo, with mentions of partners and property within the state.
The excerpt recounts a tale of a gifted youth who loses his way after wealth and friends shield him from consequences. A friend's telegram about his father's death and his mother's passing leads to loneliness. companions corrupt his sense of propriety. A faithful man remains a steady beacon, offering love and guidance, helping the youth seek integrity as life’s harshness tests him. Newell Dwight Hillis's voice frames the drama of character versus temptation.
A reflection on Rev Edward Paynon highlighting his studious nature and constant readiness to help all people. The piece urges ministers to welcome strangers and practice hospitality as a path to spiritual revival and daily wins for Christ. It contrasts busy ministers with the opportunity to turn crisis moments into lasting friendship and blessing.
An unclear OCR fragment references a series about little citizens from a national organization. It mentions New York City and weekly columns linking to a section titled No 39 of the third series.
A boy cannot buy marbles until he learns that work makes goods possible. He discovers coal, trains, and farmers all rely on effort, and by helping in work he earns money to finally buy his marbles. Public praise calls for kindergarten support in schools.
J Ke Giles reports 1920 enrollments in Pig and Corn clubs rise or match prior years despite staff losses. County and district agents credit new listings from home economics agents, with pigs club now the largest 4H group in the state and corn club second. Summer and district short courses, prizes and scholarships are promised to motivate continued club participation statewide.
Mt Vernon Lodge No. 22 F and A M meets Thursdays at Masonic Hall third floor Max Joseph building Clayton St. St Elmo Lodge No. 40 Knights of Pythias meets Mondays at Castle Hall Jos ter building Clayton St. Visitation invited. Wiltma Lodge No.16 IOOF meets Mondays at Odd Fellows Hall Max Joseph building. Encampment No.14 IOOF meets Fridays at 1 p.m. Odd Fellows Hall Clayton and Wall St. All visiting brethren welcome. City Lodge 292 W C Wil ieee meets at Max Joseph building 8:20 p.m. All visitors welcome.
A historical notice bundle announces candidacies in the 8th Congressional District and other offices. Names include THOWAS J. SHAGKELFORD, CHARLES H. BRAND, PHIL W. DAVIE, and a Western Solicitor General bid. Dates reference June 26, 1930 and April 20, 1920s.
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