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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1916
Page
7
A reader notes subscription rates and delivery reminders for The Athens Daily Banner. The column comments on tax talks, politics, alcohol, high society, and a mock notice about President Wilson’s possible renomination, all conveyed in a local, period voice.
Hon John B Gamble of the Western Circuit is lauded for his vigorous yet fair prosecution record. He recently solved a high-profile Walton county case involving anonymous letters and threats over negro labor, swiftly convicting the guilty party with Judge Brand presiding.
An Atlanta dealer sparked lower gasoline costs after a dispute with oil companies over a price cut. Federal Trade Commission involvement led to abundant supply and a drop from 26 to 23 cents per gallon, with further declines expected as crude oil producers reduce output from 2.50 to 1.05 per barrel. The piece credits the dealer's stand and notes the broader pressure on prices to rise then fall amid investigations.
A reflective cartoon caption describes climbing to view a sunset and dreaming of distant "Golden Lands." The speaker returns to the base of the mountain to find friends named Work and Need awaiting them, framing a theme of work and need shaping life.
A reflection on various forms of mobs that bypass legal norms and turn law into violence. The author warns of intellectual riots patrons driven by hate or sentiment and legislative mobs using fear or bribes to pass unjust laws and corrupt ballots.
Georgia governor Nat H. Harris uses humor-heavy, folksy anecdotes during campaign stops. He jokes about Dr. Hardman, Hugh Dorsey, and Old Jeff the brakeman, then cites the tale of the old horse in the well to argue against opposition’s attacks.
Rev S H Chester D D of Nashville long a key secretary for Southern Presbyterian foreign missions is highlighted for his Montreal conference closing address. A gift purse to Dr and Mrs Chester by visiting missionaries underscores esteem. Chester discusses gospel accessibility, mission giving growth, and cross-denominational cooperation in Africa. He urges broader church outreach and a Golden Rule based organization. Also notes notes about wartime Europe and political campaigns, then an advertisement for Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey.
A domestic scene shows a mother and child talking by telephone while the husband is away at work. The dialogue highlights how the telephone keeps families in intimate touch as children grow and form their own homes. The piece ends by asking readers if they have a telephone in their home.
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