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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1921
Page
4
An editorial urges calm amid bank closings and fears of runs, arguing that broad solvency remains and that depositors should avoid panic. It notes a few banks may face trouble, but most protect funds, and keeping nerve helps avert runs. The piece cites Athens as resilient and optimistic, urging patience and steady work.
A letter argues against amending the Volstead Act to permit sale of beer and wine to fund soldier bonuses. It claims such revenue would be insufficient and urges settling the prohibition question on its merits, not for bonus money. The writer insists soldiers deserve a bonus funded honestly, not via sales linked to intoxicants.
The report notes Poland emerging from chaotic early government efforts with a stable western ally and a treaty with Czecho Slovakia. It suggests this alliance protects both nations as Germany recovers and central Europe moves toward stabilization. Other nations may follow, restoring broader peace in a troubled region.
A reflective verse by D.G.B explores giving with a father's heart and infinite grace. It contrasts gift receivers with the gift giver, suggesting mercy extends beyond the worthy to the wandering and lost, finding peace in love.
A 1921 report notes a twenty percent increase in package handling compared with 1920. The figures reflect growing throughput and efficiency gains across the shipping and delivery networks.
Postmaster Paul Smith says Christmas parcel volume in Athens will exceed 1921, with about 42 000 parcels sent daily this week and similar received. To prevent congestion, a fifth emergency worker will join four others in the lobby. Four postage windows operate, two more planned as the holiday peak arrives.
Judge Thomas, elected mayor, says he will take office after the first Wednesday in January and will back campaign promises. He refuses to discuss policies but promises support for a new administration taking stringent action against bootlegging and disorderly houses. He notes recent police court cases and expects roughness before March but anticipates a peaceful city thereafter.
The Young Men's Christian Association Boys Department organizes eight families for Christmas aid, providing provisions clothing and fuel. Kilpatrick and Parham lead the best efforts while others begin to mobilize. Captain Roy Dean held a meeting to sharpen plans. All YMCA and Sun Day Y Club members participate, urged to bring offerings by Friday night for Saturday division among teams.
A brief report notes an afternoon delivery event where gifts, valued at $30, were distributed to their respective families. Details on participants or exact location are not specified in the fragment.
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