Athens Banner 1882 Editorials Highlight National and Local Themes
The Athens Banner notes rising wheat sowing in the South and forecasts a strong year with civic effort urged to boost Athens. It questions Congress talk of European war, cites electionables like Fairbanks, and urges home buying, local convention aims for 1917, and Georgia orphanage plans funded by Mrs. Turner bequest.
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Athens
Presbyterians of
Georgia
J. C. Turner
Jefferson
The Man After All It Is Man That Wins Wars
The article argues that while big guns shape campaigns, ultimate victory rests on the soldiers who fight to the last ditch. It cites Mukden and trench warfare, noting bayonet charges and infantry masses as decisive, with Don Marquis praising the enduring human element in war.
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Germany
Mukden
Don Marquis
Hill
Result of the Conspiracy Trial Against Railroad Directors
The three month trial of directors of the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad ended with five acquitted and mistrial declared for the remaining defendants. The government’s plan to convict under Sherman anti trust law failed prompting likely congressional debate on tightening the law.
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New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad
United States
A Newer New Year in Springtime View
A reflective note suggests spring is a better New Year, noting winter is harsh for births and that flowers blooming signal a more fitting new beginning. The piece contrasts bleak January with a brighter season when the world feels renewed.
Development and Growth Unmatched in Banking History
John Skelton Williams, Comptroller of the Currency, says the period Oct 1914 to Nov 1915 under the federal reserve system saw unprecedented growth in national banks. Resources, deposits, and loans all rose sharply while reserves reached a record high, with 7,617 reporting banks and total deposits nearing $9.08 billion. Williams urges new bank laws to curb abuses, restrict director loans, require surety bonds, and empower action against violators. he notes banks fail more from internal strain than external theft.
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Associated Press
Washington
John Skelton Williams
Currency
Congress
Federal Reserve System
Williams
Wiliams
United States
Stalus
Etcc
Savings Bank
Department of Justice
Alaska
Insular
Comptroller
Banking report urges reforms to cut bank failures and curb usury
The comptroller argues that failures result from mismanagement or criminal acts and calls for amendments to the national bank act. He cites 14 failures in the year ending Oct 31 and a history of 208 criminally caused failures in 50 years, urging decentralization of capital and protection for customers.
Eckman Laboratory Note Alters Health Remedies
A fragment discusses Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia and claims about an alteration method for respiratory issues and ulcers. The text is garbled but references Dr Eckman and a pharmaceutical approach described as non painful with no side effects and useful for various conditions.
Chairman Lumpkin Leads City Fire Department Meeting
Chairman E. K. Lumpkin and the fire department committee met at the station last evening. Lumpkin outlined a yearlong policy focusing on citizen protection, property security, and effective management with close department oversight.
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E. K. Lumpkin
Fire Department
Lumpkin
Henrietta Crossman at the Vaudette today
Actress Henrietta Crossman appears in a standout reel climax at the Vaudette for today only. Athens patrons also saw The End of the Road, a Southern North Carolina picture, yesterday at the Vaudette despite a late arrival after an earlier wreck delay.
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Henrietta Crossman
Vaudette
Athens
North Carolina
Baraca-Philathea Union to Elect New Officers Tonight
The Baraca-Philathea Union meets at 8 PM in First Baptist Church. Members are urged to attend for the yearly officer election and installation plus a program of musical selections by Lucy Leah West Mathis Joe Jackson and Madge Mewbourne.
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Baraca-Philathea Union
First Baptist Church
Lucy Leah West Mathis
Joe Jackson
Madge Mewbourne
Discharge Hearing Set in Duncan Bankruptcy Case
In re M. L. Duncan a petition for discharge in bankruptcy No 527 is set for January 22 1916 at 10 A M in the U S District Court room Atlanta Georgia. Creditors and interested parties are ordered to appear and show cause why discharge should not be granted. O C Fuller Clerk W G Cornett Deputy Clerk.
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District Court of the United States
Northern District of
Georgia
M. L. Duncan
United States District Court Room
Atlanta
Athens Motor Crash in Atlanta Injures Woman
In a Mitch ell street and Central avenue collision, J. T. Barfield of East Point and H. H. Mathews of Athens were involved. A young female passenger was injured slightly and disappeared before Sergeant Sells could identify her. Both cars had scratches but no major damage. R corder Johnson will describe the accident Tuesday afternoon to determine fault.
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J. T. Barfield
East Point
H. H., Mathews
Athens
Mitchell Street
Central Avenue
Sergeant Sells
Rcorder Johnson
East St. Louis Bridge Man Arrives for Princeton Project
F W Carter of the East St. Louis Bridge Company arrives with two colleagues to begin construction of a new steel bridge at Princeton. The county commissioners awarded the contract. steel and concrete work proceed, with completion expected in two months and plans to salvage usable material for a future bridge at Newton’s site. Light traffic will continue via a temporary span during construction.
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Princeton
F. W. Carter
East St. Louis Bridge Company
Newton’s Bridge
Princeton Road
New vigor for overworked stomachs from Mi o na ad
H R Palmer and Sons promote Mi o Na as a guaranteed remedy for dyspepsia with a 50 cent deposit and money back if unsatisfied. The ad claims rapid relief and improved digestion, promising renewed appetite and health after early doses. A farmers exchange effort is noted, aiming to unite Americans and boost crop markets amid surplus feed crops.
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H. R. Palmer & Sons
Miona
Sumter County
Removing Brown Stains From Oven Damaged Earthenware
Soak earthenware dishes in strong borax and hot water to remove brown stains from oven contact. This treatment targets baked-on grime on plates and cookware for renewed shine.
Doan's Kidney Pills Endure in Athens Testimony
An Athens resident recites lasting relief from kidney trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. Patten of 65 College Ave. confirms long term benefit with renewed claims years later. Price listed as 60 cents. advertised by Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo N Y.
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Athens
Mra. W
Doan
Dean
Foley's Honey and Tar Aids Severe La Grippe Cough
R. G. Collins of Barnegat New Jersey testifies Foley's Honey and Tar Compound quickly stopped a racking la grippe cough that exhausted him. The advertisement touts the remedy as “wonderfully healing and soothing.”
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Foley
R. G. Collins
Barnegat
N. J
H.R. Palmer & Sona
Dr. King
Cardus Woman's Tonic Restores Woman's Health and Strength
A testimonial from Laura Bratcher credits Cardus with curing years of illness including nervousness and "womanly troubles" after three doctors failed. She reports eleven bottles restored energy, ability to work, and looks, urging other women to try Cardus as the Chattanooga Medicine Co advertises.
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W. Doything
Laura Bratcher
Cardus
Train Schedule for Georgia Railroad Eastern Time
Train No 60 leaves at 8 30 a m. No 52 leaves at 4 00 p m. No 56 runs 4 30 p m Sundays only. No 54 departs 9 00 a m daily except Sunday. No 51 arrives 12 30 p m. No 63 arrives 9 30 p m. No 57 arrives 12 m. No 55 arrives 8 00 except Sunday.
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Athens
Belmont
Winder
Monroe
The
Georgia Railroad
Gainesville
Gainesville & Northwestern
Southern Railway
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Mr. Fairbanks
State College of Agriculture
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the Man
D. G. Bickers
Onic
Rexall
Eckman
the Vaudette
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Philatheas
City Union
C. Fuller
W. G. Cornett
East ST. Louis Bridge
Chattanooga Medicine Co
Feonon
Slain Wren
ColGaRy
Macon
Madison
Appalachee
Green County Railroad
B. R. Bloodworth
Painesville Midland Ry
Solomon Bequette
Flat River
H.R. Pipee & Sons
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