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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1915
Page
4
The column reports subscriber service concerns and delivery issues. It comments on Honolulu traffic police density at downtown intersections, noting 2000 autos on the island and a marching foot-traffic unit. It also covers Panama Canal fund disbursements and Georgia farm statistics including tenancy, corn and hog production, and regional packing plants.
The city highlights the summer school's economic and educational value, noting that initial city funding helped start the program. Attendance has tripled in recent years, with last year’s students spending over $30,000 and this year projected at $50,000. A local entertainment event funded by the chamber and a city council appropriation aim to reinforce community support.
A legislator introduces a bill forcing unmarried women to register with county officials. Critics fault the vague aims and contemplate ages and reasons for remaining unwed. The measure prompts questions about motive, enforcement, and potential misuse. The public awaits full text and rationale.
Poem by D. G. Bickers warns that the phrase just you and I fuels conspiracies and secret slander. It argues secrecy corrupts trust, hides illicit deeds, and harms reputations while daylight exposes truth and right conduct.
The forecast through Tuesday calls for generally fair weather in Athens and Georgia with high temperatures in the 90s in Atlanta and Montgomery and cooler air in the northwest. Showers are possible in the Lake region and upper Mississippi valley, with a moderate disturbance in the St Lawrence valley. Relief from extreme heat may arrive midweek.
Prof Sanford of the University English department spoke to summer school students about The Yellow Jacket, the Coburn Players’ production last night. Over 200 attendees sought insights before viewing the play and he will discuss upcoming Coburns matinee and the Shakespeare tonight. Roosevelt and Bryan remain quiet as Paul T. Harber of the Commerce Observer emerges as a key Georgia press figure.
A letter from Augusta black citizens to the Georgia Legislature argues against a bill banning whites from teaching in black schools and blacks from teaching in white schools. They emphasize cooperative progress, praise white teachers since the Civil War, and urge preserving existing arrangements.
Dr W A Clarke Jr, son of Capt and Mrs W A Clarke, has chosen Athens for practice and has taken suites in the Holman Building. He recently moved from Gainesville with family ties to Hunter Heights and is a graduate of NGA C and a southern dental college with high standing.
Patient testimonial from Annie F. Loughran details recovery from grippe pneumonia and lung trouble after Eckmans Alterative. Claims include reduced cough, absence of subsequent hemorrhages, and restored health. Advertisement notes no habit forming drugs and urges contact Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia for sizes and booklets.
A letter from Camp Chattooga near Tallulah Falls details a two week session with nearly fifty boys. It highlights smooth camp operations, no serious illness, a balance of field and water sports, and a prize for top athletes. The piece notes a charitable barbecue, wholesome meals, and strong spiritual impact on the campers.
Coburn Players showcased The Imaginary Sick Man on the open-air stage at the summer school. Earlier last night a large crowd applauded The Yellow Jacket a Chinese comedy noted for its unusual staging and costumes. Cast details and production staff are listed, with rehearsal and rights information.
A vintage style advertisement promotes Dr. Bell’s Pine Tar Honey cough syrup made from pine balsam tar and honey. It claims quick relief from coughs and colds and urges readers to buy the 25 cent original bottle from local dealers.
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