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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1920
Page
4
The notice lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions with varying periods and prices. It also states The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to republication of all news dispatches credited to it in the paper and reserves rights to special dispatches.
The piece blasts former Senator Hardwick as a dangerous demagogue and demands he fully endorse the Democratic national platform before his name appears on the September primary ballot. It argues loyalty matters, warns against half measures, and urges Holder or Walker to unite to preserve true democracy in Georgia.
A New York World editorial draws parallels between Lincoln's 1864 challenges and Wilson's present political pressures. It cites party strife, weary voters, and calls for sacrifice amid war losses as factors shaping leadership and fate.
The piece contrasts Greeley’s peace advocacy with Fremont’s push for emancipation and union preservation. It credits President Wilson and a Democratic successor for a firm stand on a moral issue, urging the people to choose whether to reject an appeal seen as hesitant or timid in history.
This item lists ten questions from a quiz asking definitions of a stump Baffin Land and other terms plus queries about George Eastman a cantaloupe Marathon slouch debauch why an owl turns its head Katherine Lauderdale and a computometer machine.
A light diaried fragment dated fir Friday July twenty three describes an annual vacation attempt. The author notes escaping work to the mountains for rest and recreation and plans a simple day with a brief sketch of the editor’s retreat and mood.
The Circulation Department informs subscribers of a new complaint procedure for missed copies. Call the office by ten A.M. to have a replacement sent. Subscribers should report negligence or irregularities by carriers for immediate correction and satisfaction.
A devotional passage tells of a ill seafaring captain who urges his mate to steer by the star. The tale uses the Star of Bethlehem as a moral guide for youths and all men to navigate life’s storms toward heavenly safety. It cites meditations on mercy and grace as virtues shaping character.
The piece argues after financial revivals the church should pursue true spiritual revival. It urges preserving results by teaching converts, fostering an inquiring mind, and developing talents through active church work to avoid losing new believers.
The Georgia Senate approved the Bowden workmen's compensation bill 26 to 0. It creates an industrial commission to award remedies, funded by a 1 percent tax on gross earnings of insurers, with minimum standards for employer and employee coverage and penalties for nonacceptance unless properly filed.
Officers Almond and Moore arrested Charles Brown and Raymond Powell, two men described as city slickers, after a film flam plot involving a Winterville farmer. A $700 stash was split into large bills while the trap welcomed a $400 bait, ending with the con men in custody.
Charlie Evans a Negro faced a committment trial before Judge E B Wooten on theft charges involving chickens fruit and other food from the American Railway Express Company. Evans denied the bulk of the thefts but was bound over on a 200 bond. Prosecutor William J Minnick testified the thefts had been ongoing and centered on Evans with attorney Claude McHaffey representing him.
More than 200 men from the city and county attended a barbecue at Suddeth Place in Sandy Creek district on No Where road. Hog and cow dishes were served as fellowship symbols while Solicitor Lamar Rucker told a Banner reporter that no candidates pressed a political turn, saying all had entertained and left them alone.
East Athens man Jack Wages was bound over to the city court on a $200 bond after a commitment trial before Judge E B Wooten. Police raided his gaming house earlier in the week. warrant issued by County Officer R A Saye following an investigation. Prosecutor was Jobs B Gam ble, with Lamar Rucker for the defense.
An old ad claims Dodgon's Liver Tone will replace calomel, promising gentle, harmless relief from biliousness and constipation. It asserts users will feel better by morning, with no griping or salivation, and even safe for children.
A 1920 political notice invites White voters in the 8th congressional district to support Thomas J. Shackelford and Charles H. Brand in the Democratic primary. Both express loyalty to their constituency and pledge faithful service if elected, with dates noted as June 26 1920.
The document records multiple candidates declaring their bids in Georgia. Joe O Brown announces for the State Senate from the Fiftieth Senatorial District. Phil W Davis Jr proclaims his candidacy for Representative from the Seventh Congressional District. W O Dean seeks reelection as Solicitor General for the Western Circuit, arguing a prior pay reduction and promising continued vigor and courtesy in office.
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