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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1919

Page

4

Unjust Criticism of the President on War Time Prohibition

The piece defends President Wilson against critics in Congress who oppose the war time prohibition. It argues enforcement power lies with the president after demobilization, praises Wilson, and warns extremist prohibitionists undermine the cause. It contends democracy requires voter ratification and cites Georgia as bone dry, urging a public vote before the law took effect.

Congress Wilson Prohibition Party Georgia

Sun Time measure praised by Bibb county representative Barnes

Sun Time Representative Barnes of Bibb county has introduced in the legislature a measure to set sun time as Georgia’s official time. The piece argues clocks should harmonize with nature, recalling the wartime daylight saving push and urging lawmakers to vote solidly for Barnes’s proposal.

Barnes Bibb County Heaven Earth New York Congress Representative Barnes Georgia General Assembly

Time reform plea urges sun time law passage

A call is made for passage of a measure to adopt sun time nationwide standardization amid public fatigue with hobbyist movements. The writer labels legislative publicity seekers as the source of unrest and argues the time should be set by what the Creator provided, urging lawmakers to act now.

Georgia Highway Measure Advocates Pass Without Delay

The highway bill, drafted by Prof. CM Strahan and backed by the Georgia Highway Association, calls for an immediate commission to start road work. Opponents’ delays are condemned as inexcusable, with the public urged to prevent obstruction as Georgia leads in road improvements. Counties have shown support by voting bonds, few failures, and a second round of votes is expected in the two counties that rejected bonds. The measure, if passed, would advance state development and infrastructure.

Highway Association of Georgia CM. Strahan Otter Greorgia Sonett Georgia Union

Why We Went to War by President Wilson and Allies

The Manufacturers Record argues that Wilson was driven to war by German aggression, not altruism. It contends naive claims of disinterested motives insult Wilson, mislead the public, and undermine national and Allied resolve, urging honest recognition that the war aimed to save national existence.

Wilson America

Sermons to Live By on the Church and Local Schools

A church oriented discourse argues education should be broad and Christian in aim. It asserts the church as a development body aligned with home life, urging prayer for schools and a Christlike, nurturing atmosphere in churches to influence pupils as if they were our own children.

Tuesday the Best Day for Work Weighs in

A dated note argues that Tuesday outshines other weekdays as the most productive day. It dismisses Monday’s sluggish start and praises Tuesday’s “full steam” energy and drive to accomplish tasks before Friday. The author signs as D.G. 1.

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