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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1918

Page

5

Great Aircraft Program Delayed Two Months

The United States great aircraft program is two months behind schedule due to rapidly changing air fighting tactics in Europe, material shortages, and scarce skilled labor. Colonel Deeds of the Signal Service told the Senate Military Committee that delays are easing as plans adjust.

Associated Washington, Jan Europe America Deeds Signal Service Senate Military Committee

New Coal Shortage Seen Imminent Across East

Washington January 31 officials warn a fresh coal famine is unavoidable unless weather improves. The fuel administration says the shortage could be as severe as the prior crisis that forced government orders to close industry, with the east facing the sharpest impact.

Associated Press Washington Fuel Administration East

Greensboro Faces Athens High In Friday Basketball Clash

Greensboro Georgia will travel to Athens Friday to meet the strong Athens High School basketball team. Coach Queener leads the Orange and Black in a Contest described as a real treat for fans. The Greensboro lineup likely includes Pierce Copelan Carey Williams Edhdle Speer Clarke Gresham and George McMillian with Athens featuring Arthur Moore Cox Herbert Peeler James Head and Paul Weatherly.

Greensboro Queener Athens Athens High School Covington Tennille Pierce Copelan Carey Williams Edhdle Speer Clarke Gresham George McMillian Athens High Arthur Moore Cox Herbert Peeler James Head Paul Weatherly

Sol J Boley Tours Eastern Markets For Stocks

Sol J Boley of the Boley dry goods stores is in New York selecting spring and summer stock and surveying fall and winter prospects for his business. He will be away for several days.

Sol J. Boley Big Boley Dry Goods Stores New York

Farmers urged to file for government nitrate of soda aid

Farmers are reminded Monday February 4 is the last day to file applications with a county agent or committeeman for government nitrate of soda. Do not wait until next Tuesday claiming eligibility. act now and see a local official immediately.

Names of two leading British air fighters released

London dispatch reports the two top British air aces named by the Associated Press Captain J. B. McCudden with 84 confirmed German victories and Captain Philip Fullard credited with 37.

Associated, Press London J. B. McCudden Philip Fullard

Tea time abolished to save light in government offices

London reported on January 31 that tea time will be abolished in government offices to conserve gas and light. Employees will end work half an hour early as part of the savings measure.

Associated Press London

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Martin Brothers Shoe Store Hanan’s Cousins Hanan Martin Clayton Street Shoe Shine Parlor TRONG Sol. J. Boley
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