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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1919
Page
6
Ring style and prize fighting turn to dollars and fake bouts
The piece laments modern prizefighting as a commercial trap, recalling Sullivan and Corbett as honest champions. It describes Willard versus Dempsey as seemingly fixed, cites public disappointment, and calls for legal action to end prize fighting in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan
Jake Filrain
Corbett
John Sullivan
America
Willard
Dempsey
John &. Sullivan
The Cost of the Great War Figures and Reflections
Government figures detail human lives sacrificed at 7,582,300 and cash costs between 180 and 195 billion dollars. It notes the war’s outcome as a unifying force, promising lasting national solidarity and a stronger, indivisible United States. Warships totaled 620 with 1,883,125 tons.
Merchant ships total deadweight and damages noted
A figure of 23,005 deadweight tons is cited for merchant ships with property damage estimated at 22.0 billion dollars. The report references devastation and movements tied to the loss.
Cottonseed Statistics Show Higher Production and Exports
A Census preliminary report covers cottonseed flows from August through May at oil mills. Receipts rose with 178 250 tons more seed received, 187 795 tons more seed crushed, and on hand declined by about 1 999 tons versus last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Die Feplwater
Bates
Waters
National Thrift Campaign Urges Citizens to Save
The United States Treasury reports over 6 million Americans receive free aid annually while about $100 million funds are used for institutions. Only 314,204 remain in such care at year end. A call to thrift urges Athens residents to support savings stamps and other safe investments to reduce tax burdens and combat poverty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Arachis Hypogaea and the Groundnut Rhyme
A playful article explains the term Arachis Hypogaea the scientific name for the groundnut and traces its mythic echoes and modern usage. It notes the name’s Greek roots, its appearance in everyday commerce, and ends with a Scout joke from Boys' Life.
Paul's Longest Pastorate and Persistent Diligence
The piece praises Paul's extended pastoral work in Ephesus and his constant zeal in teaching and personal outreach. It links his diligence to church growth, urges believers to emulate his steadfastness, and notes how his efforts supported both home and foreign missions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
Firterate Wis
Ephesus
Independence Day and the Declaration’s Historic Path
The article recounts the drafting and adoption of the Declaration of Independence, noting key steps from June 7 to August 2, 1776, and the roles of Jefferson Adams Franklin Sherman and Livingstone. It highlights July 2 as the day independence was proclaimed and July 4 as the enduring national birthday, with later reflections on Jefferson Adams Monroe and the global impact of human rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Henry Lee
Virginia
Congress
United Colonies
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
Benjamin Franklin
Roger Sherman
R. Livingstone
New York
Pennsylvania
Delaware
South Carolina
America
Hang
United States
Jefferson
Adams
Adama
David
Saul
Jonathan
James Mames
James Monroe
Earth
Fourth of July Unity and Liberty Across a World Stage
The speaker argues liberty and union must go together to preserve America’s ideals and unity. He recalls World War I mobilization, the Covenant of the League of Nations, and the need for national cohesion in declaring independence and guiding foreign policy. He notes Adams Jefferson and Henry as early advocates and stresses bipartisan unity in pivotal moments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Germany
Washington
France
League of Nations
John Adams
Quebec
Canada
Patrick Henry
Congress
Richard Henry Lee
Jefferson
Adams
Speech on Fourth of July ideals and unity in government
A speaker urges adjourning party politics to discuss American questions on their merits. He cites the University Chancellor, hopes for near unanimous consensus beyond a simple majority, and invokes Liberty and Union as guiding principles for national unity and peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Dreco credited with curing rheumatism in Athens family
Mrs. W. L. Morehead of Hull Street could not walk and bought six bottles of Dreco after Ben Ash recommended the tonic. Ash himself used Dreco for stomach trouble and reported Mrs Morehead’s rheumatism vanished, with the family praising the medicine’s honesty and results. Dreco is marketed nationwide by reputable druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dreco
Athens
W. L. Morehead
Hull Street
Ben Ash
Mr. Ash
Mr. Morehead
H. R. Palmer & Sons
Building Permits Increase in Athens
Reports filed in the office of Captain Barnett city engineer show about $20,000 in building permits issued last month, roughly $5,000 more than the prior month as Athens rebounds to pre war activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Captain Barnett
Baseball scores round up for American and National leagues
A summary of latest baseball results shows the American League games with totals: Boston 9-9 Philadelphia 2-4. New York 84 Washington 2-5. Cleveland 9-11. St. Louis 41 Chicago 8-2. Detroit 11. and National League scores: Brooklyn 7-2. Boston 3-6. Pittsburg 3-1. Chicago 7-4. Cincinnati 4-4. St. Louis 3-2. Philadelphia 1-3. New York 3-3. Southern League results include Atlanta 1-3 Mobile 2-6. Birmingham 1-7 New Orleans 0-8. Chattanooga 3-1 Nashville 9-3. Little Rock 1-5 Memphis 13-2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Philadelphia
New York
Washington
Cleveland
St. Louis
Chicago
Detroit
Brooklyn
Pittsburg
Cincinnati
Atlanta
Mobile
Birmingham
New Orleans
Chattanooga
Nashville
Little Rock
Memphis
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement From Athens Reader
Local reader T. M. Forrester of 578 Pulaski St. testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills prevent kidney trouble and relieve back and hip pains. He reports reliable results and recommends Doan's to others, noting price and availability through Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Dean
T. M. Forrester
Pulaski St
Doan
Foster-Milbaro Co., Migra
Buffalo, N. Y
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