Private Ownership of Railroads Sparks National Debate
A long editorial critiques government ownership of railroads, arguing it would burden taxpayers and degrade service. It cites Director McAdoo’s policy as failed, notes rising costs, delays in freight and passenger traffic, and predicts political patronage if nationalized. The piece urges fair readjustment and ends with Christmas and Red Cross appeals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peo
Canven
Prnnker
McAdoo
When He Comes Home The Loyal Return Of The American Soldier
A nostalgic wartime verse reflects on the returning American soldier. It honors his quiet duty in France and at home, his modest salute to veterans, and the grateful nation's wish to remember his sacrifice as Christmas nears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hero Chen
Injustice of Class Slanders and Postwar Trust
A stalled diatribe warns against class slanders by politicians and press attacks, arguing truth and love must guide postwar reform. It condemns baseless propaganda and urges trust in fellow humans while cautioning against hatred that could lead to disorder and Bolshevik upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Id Ds
Far California Sends 10 Help Poor of Athens
The Banner’s Commissary fund shows steady growth with multiple donors from Athens contributing to aid the needy. A list of subscribers includes names such as Thos Aulscription, Mrs. Woop Welle, Miss Garland Smith, Prof. and Mrs. W. B. Watson, and many others, with total reported gifts reaching 1,103.19 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Athens
Banner
High Gordon
Gordon
Trippe Co
Woop Welle
Jia Orr
F. B. Hinton
Rudder
C. A
T. T. de
EF. Porter. Johnson
W. M. Lowry
Mary McKinley Cobb
W. J. Morton
Thos
F. Green
Abe Joel
Jake Bernstein
EB. Lamkin
Trousdale
Ashworth
Eld
Sledge
Garland Smith
Cash
M . Howell
Erwin
Edwards
Mary
Willie Tones
M. Branch
Walter HH
Bishop
Edgar Thompson
W. B. Watson
Ain Rocock
Charles
Dozier & Co
Mamie Davis
B. Emmanu
Marguerite Rowe
Frances Rowe
Hugh Bernard
J. Ralph Tibbetts
AJ S. Erwin
Patriotism Drives Local Shopping at Head and McMahan
A plea to shoppers to buy Athens-made goods for Christmas to support local employment. The ad promises better value on men’s wear including ties gloves handkerchiefs mailers bath robes shirts and hats at Head and McMahan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tousse
Athens
Head & McMahan
Voters Press Four Senators To Declare Stance On Crisis
An editor asks four senatorial candidates to state whether they supported the administration during a national crisis or opposed the President and his policies. The letter urges clear disclosure of each candidate’s position for voters in the district.
Vapor Rub Distribution Policy Changes During Epidemic
The company announces end of direct drop shipments for VapoRub and returns to shipping exclusively through jobbers. After a surge in demand from the influenza outbreak, production doubled but cannot fill all orders. Retail and wholesale druggists will receive at least twice the previous month’s quantity, but shipments will be in stock lots via jobbers only. Greensboro, N. C. company statement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Impany
Greensboro
N. C
Legislation to Extend Federal Trade Commission Powers
The Federal Trade Commission urges Congress to extend its reach to all individuals and partnerships in interstate commerce and to enact previously submitted anti bribery legislation. The yearly report notes wartime work, investigations into meat packing and food production costs, and efforts to monitor unfair competition under the Clayton act and Webb bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Trade Commission
Associated Press
Washington
Federal
Tra Commission
Commission
Congress
Army
Navy
Saat Behenla
United State
Market Cotton Prices and Local Lodges Directory
Market reports show steady tones in New York and Liverpool cotton markets with mixed closes and open highs. The piece also lists lodge notices for St Elmo Knights of Pythias and Williams Lodge with meeting times and officers.
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New York
New Orleans
Esess
St. Elmo Lodge
K. of P
Knights of Pythias
Castle Hall
Jester Building
Clayton Street
Aaron Cohen
C. C
P. Lawrence
K. of
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Athens Banner
The
Banner Publishing Company
Lumpkin Street
H. J. Rowe
Athens, Ga
Euch Notiication
Red Cross
Po. Griffeth
Wilson
Tau
Aganda
Germany
Tee
America
Diem Aire
Ehiss
Asa
Farier
Sveindie
Nother
Russia
Leone Cabinet Perey i Trippe
Eni
Gert
Petite
Mrs Fori
Genero
Athen Folawy
FE. D. Cox
Susie Gerd
John R. White
C. D. Emmans
Nettie Webb
J. N. Webb
J.D. Bradwell
John F
John Morriat
Moplon Cooper
W T Bryan
Bessie Huehwald
Iks Viamond
Martin Brothere
J. H. T. McPherson
A. Crane
C.H. Brand
J. F. Shehane
W. A. Mallory
R. Bloodworth
Thomas Beusse
Henrietta Beusse
Ruth Beae Ip
Hunnicutt
J. A. Hunnicutt
Horace M. Holden
A. BR
Griffith
C.D. Flanigen
Mary Capps
David B. Michael
Arnold
MG. Michael
RO W. Lamkin
Myer Stern
M. Rutherford
T. OB Green
Valer D Hodgson
Julia AL White
Pues
Lumpkin
Athens Overland Co
Th. A. Hayes
Winterville Talmadge Bros. Ca
A. W
Sarah T. Forson
Louis Funkenstein
Flora Hy Funkenstein
Aaron Cohen H. V. Black
Cash Cash
Hamilton McWhorter
W. L. Childs
F. L. Upson
A. T. L. Blackshear
John B. Gordon
Hardeman & Phinizy
Chancellor
Barrow
Billups Phin
Sidney Boley
J. Lustrat
L. F. Edwards
Hugh H. Gordon
Max Michael
G. A. Mell
A. J. Cobb
Martha P. Percy
F. M. Hodgson
Colonial
Edward Peple
Palmer's
New York ‘Times
Canpos
Vice Chemical CO
Liverpool
ISN IR
Chicago
Dew Dan Fey Mar Nas
Aya
Agin
W. M. MO. Quinn
Exelento Quinine
POI
Caine
Exelento Medicine
Atlanta, GA
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