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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1916
Page
14
The piece jokes about wartime morale and Christmas cost concerns. It comments on Liberty and Christmas, Uncle Remus Day, coin designs, and a Census mix up in state county lists while noting wartime effort and public appeals for aid and thrift.
A tribute praising Postmaster General Burleson for four years of administration. It notes a surplus of over five million dollars this year and more than twelve million over the past three years, asserting improved service without cuts. It mentions future recommendations, including possible government ownership of telegraph and telephone lines.
President Wilson faces mounting tensions as Germany defends sinking the Arabia and disputes over Belgian deportations strain relations. The United States questions submarine activity and questions German compliance with humane warfare rules, hoping for an eventual diplomatic smoothing but fearing a possible rupture.
A passage contrasts separate church life with urgent use of religion to aid the needy. It recalls Jesus walking with sinners and choosing direct service downtown, asking if the cost of following is too great. The author urges adapting faith to press into the lives of the poor and distressed.
Anticipating a possible vacancy, Governor Harris considers six to eight men as suitable for the anticipated high court seat. Georgia soldiers on the Texas border face Christmas away from home, prompting calls for holiday boxes. Also notes taxes due and a health ad promoting Dr King’s New Life Pills for constipation and clearer skin.
Claim Chamberlain's Tablets ease constipation and are mild and pleasant to take. Also advertised a nice oak sideboard in good condition priced at six dollars, with a call to 250 W Broad.
The N P M notes Sunday school thoughts on Revelation chapters to Ephesis and the Church of Patmos. It links the Tree of Life from Genesis to the New Paradise in Revelation and emphasizes overcomers, obedience, and the central promise of healing nations.
An anxious mother describes Clara's morning condition at breakfast and asks her husband about a tonic. The dialogue reveals concern for Clara's health and curiosity about a cure.
Georgia Railroad announces effective Sept 3 1916 with daily Train 60 Athens 8 36 am daily Train 63 Athens 4 pm except Sunday Train 55 Athens noon Sundays Also Athens lodge notices list St Elmo Knights of Pythias Williams Glenn Mt Vernon and other lodges meeting evenings at various halls with officers named and invitations to attend.
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