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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1917

Page

12

Judge Cobb Deluged With Commendations After July Speech

Judge A. J. Cobb of the Western circuit received hundreds of letters telegrams and personal messages after his July 4 address in Georgia praising his patriotism and urging him toward public office including possible U S Senate. He maintained no political ambition saying he would serve best from the bench unless his circuit desires otherwise.

A. J. Cobb Georgia United States Senate United States Andrew J. Cobb Legislative National Western Circuit

Young Men’s Christian Association Camp Move Westward

On Wednesday morning the Athens YM​CA boys depart for their annual mountain camp in North Georgia along the Chatooga River near Tallulah. Led by camp director W T Forbes with H Sellers Rogers, the group plans hikes, fishing, campfires, a field day and a minstrel show while learning citizenship, endurance and appreciation of real beauty.

Young Men’s Christian Association North Georgia Tallulah Chatooga W. T. Forbes H. Sellers Rogers

Kant on perpetual peace and universal hospitality

Immanuel Kant argued in 1795 that universal peace requires global political organization led by the people rather than rulers. He urged nations to cultivate hospitality and goodwill toward all races and nations.

Immanuel Kant

City Hall Postpones Officer Elections Amid Absence of Mayor

The council delays electing city officers including recorder attorney policemen clerk firemen treasurer marshal and others. They plan to meet next Wednesday night and postpone the election due to Mayor Arnold’s absence and a potential tie, with four councilmen declining to participate in the caucus.

Arnold

Plan to Make Automobile Rides Pay for Themselves

A letter from a prominent Athens businessman proposes a Chamber of Commerce led farm development bureau. It would match rural surplus goods with thrifty city housewives, using daily country trips to save money and fund initiatives, including Liberty Bonds. The plan targets fresh country products priced out by merchants, urging local farmers to supply butter eggs milk and garden produce within a short drive.

Athens Chamber of Commerce Clark Farm Development Bureau Clarke County

Maxim of Agriculture and Household Finance

A humorous exchange contrasts a husband and wife over spending and budgeting. It notes a simple truth: large sums used to cover bills incurred during lean times. a proverb from Pliny warns against delaying action and missing timely opportunities.

Pliny

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