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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1917
Page
4
The Athens Banner reviews post-holiday mood and politics with satire. It notes educational institutions reopening with strong attendance, rail legislation chatter, Florida governors and inaugural ball jokes, and health and water projects shaping Athens' outlook for 1917.
The article mocks Carranza’s stubborn stance as the United States plans to send an ambassador to discuss the situation. Elisee Arrendondo heads home to confer with the de facto government while plans to withdraw American troops to the border are also contemplated to shield U.S. interests and curb Villa's raids.
The article urges expanding the University of Georgia Summer School to July and August to support a large local chautauqua. It argues the summer session would draw over a thousand attendees and fund lecturers, with extra attractions paid by a new organizing group. It calls on the Chamber of Commerce to study the plan, promising social and economic benefits.
Poem lines by D. G. Bickers express gratitude not for ease but for the chance to seize opportunities and the strength to persevere until evening. It emphasizes desiring not comfort but the means to achieve a meaningful life through effort.
A man prays to Fate and complains of no answer. Fate counters with a blunt retort to the petitioner, stating that Fate has indeed answered, and the answer is no. The strip plays on quick punch lines and a moral about fate and permission.
Schools nationwide are urged to run thrift essay contests for every student under the guidance of the National Education Association and the American Society for Thrift. Prizes total over one thousand dollars with medals for county winners and potential reads at county institutes. The effort aims to involve more than 20,000 students last year and prompt broad participation across public and private schools.
An advertisement promotes Sloan's Liniment for rheumatic pains and stiff joints. It claims rapid penetration without rubbing, soothing sore muscles, stimulating blood flow, and relief after a single application. Available at druggists for 25 cents.
The Brand Campaign Committee presents a detailed endorsement of Charles H. Brand for Congress in the Eighth District. It cites his long church membership, education at the University of Georgia, legal career as Solicitor General, fair court conduct, business leadership, prohibition enforcement, and charitable acts including scholarships and a $3 000 to $5 000 pledge for a regional agricultural college building.
Georgia Governor Nat E Harris issues a proclamation calling an election in the Eighth Congressional District to fill the unexpired term of the late 8 J Tribble for the Sixty fourth Congress and to elect a full two year term for the Sixty fifth Congress. The vote is set for January 11, 1917 in specified counties. Philip Cook serves as Secretary of State.
The Elberton district presiding elder announces itineraries for many congregations with dates from January 18 in Lincolnton to March 4 in Danielsville. Towns include Aramithea Center Hartwell Royston Maysville Homer Toccoa Carnesville Lavonia Middleton New Hethel Danielsville and Jones Chapel with multiple sessions per location.
Athens resident Mrs. Mia J. R. Martin of 662 Pulaski St. says Doan's Kidney Pills cured her kidney trouble after four boxes and she remains convinced over six years later. The advertisement urges readers to buy at 50 cents from Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo New York.
A businesswoman demonstrates superior ability to assess financial prospects with precision before making major decisions, signaling strong strategic judgment and confidence in market analysis.
The 1917 city council convened with O R Dobbs elected mayor pro tem after an undevided vote. Dobbs pledged impartial service, announced committee appointments, and moved to equalize mayor pro tem salary with other council members. A $20000 five percent loan was authorized to cover casual deficits. The budget and bond maturities were reviewed by Bond Commission Chair C M Snelling, with figures for interest and sinking funds. The council set monthly meeting time as the fourth Wednesday after the 4th.
A parish letter dated 1917 laments Dr Richards resignation effective January 1 1917. The note praises his blameless life and steady ministry and thanks him for strengthening the parish and public duties. It closes with best wishes for his future service and household.
Multiple announcements from Georgia politicians declare candidacy for the long term seat in the Eighth district. James B. Park Q L Williford A B Stovall and Thos J Brown seek support, promising duty to agricultural, commercial and manufacturing interests, with dates set for December 1916 announcements and January 1917 election.
Multiple figures announce for congress in Georgia's Eighth District to succeed the late Samuel J Tribble. Charles H Brand outlines long public service and vows faithful duty. Julian B McCurry cites legislative experience. T W Rucker also seeks short term election. Lewis, Hartwell, Athens figures listed.
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