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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1915
Page
5
A mixed page note urges subscribers to report late deliveries and warns carriers against selling papers. It then quotes global war commentary, opinions on Wilson Kaiser diplomacy, and optimism about forthcoming business revival, plus brief remarks on British funding and legislative timing.
A state auditor is questioned as an official who should save money. The piece argues the claim of half a million dollars yearly in savings is unlikely, noting doubts about widespread inefficiency and leakage. It contrasts this with wartime gold stock increases by France, Russia, and Germany in 1914, and Britain's comparatively modest gold buildup.
The message asks divine aid for President Woodrow Wilson during a moment of vast possibilities for civilization and humanity, urging God to uphold him as the nation faces an uncertain and pivotal period.
Former President Theodore Roosevelt remains a fiery voice for strong defense and rapid action. In a San Francisco address to enlisted men he urged preparedness, arguing for robust armies and navies while warning against excessive belligerence. The piece notes his extreme jingo stance yet acknowledges merit in advocating national readiness without overreach, calling for a balanced policy between hot and pacifist currents.
The legislature faces passage of the general appropriation bill funding state departments and educational institutions. The House committee’s report shows increases, with a $7500 cut from the University of Georgia’s maintenance request. The editorial urges restoring full funding per the Board of Trustees and maintaining prudent, necessary spending while affirming Georgia’s ample revenue potential and the value of a fair tax system.
A lyric invites a beloved to drink from a life giving stream. It contrasts earthly wine with spiritual nourishment, declaring the draught of life is pure life giving and freely offered. The speaker emphasizes the seeker’s craving for something money cannot buy and urges acceptance of this eternal drink.
The article notes rising concern over disease transmission in public pools and reviews disinfection methods. Calcium hypochlorite is effective but has an offensive odor. copper sulfate shows promise at Lehigh University, offering stable action, lower irritation, no odor, and cost advantages over hypochlorite, per The Journal of the American Medical Association.
Atlanta July 23 local option bill introduces licensing and prohibition for all intoxicating liquors in Georgia. It sets county elections within 40 days of petition, requires votes by registered electors, and outlines licenses and penalties for sale within counties and incorporate towns.
IDA A Jordan of Chicago told the International Purity Congress in San Francisco that it is pathetic how men expect women to solve civic problems. She urged women to influence politics, seek higher morals in officials, and support laws affecting welfare. She cited purer milk, water, streets, recreation, wages, pensions, child labor, and prohibition as key concerns. The speech urged women to act with conscience rather than party dictates.
The act prohibits selling liquor outside licensed channels and makes violations misdemeanors with penalties per Penal Code Section 1065. It allows medicinal liquor by prescription, and requires governor to publish caption, hold a general election to ratify or reject on a local option basis, with phrasing for ballots. If approved, act takes effect January 1, 1917. if rejected, provisions are void. Repeals conflicting laws.
Prof S V Sanford long time governor staff member is named on Nat E Harris staff. Harris announces 20 appointments including Brig Gen J Van Holt Nash as Adjutant General Chief of Staff along with Col Asa G Candler and other lieutenants from Atlanta Macon Savannah Athens Albany and Milledgeville among named cities.
An old advertisement promotes Dr. Kings New Discovery to stop coughs. It warns to avoid drafts and exposure and promises relief with the first dose soothing irritation. The ad claims 45 years of use and a money back guarantee, urging readers to ask their druggist for a small cost effective cure.
One hundred years ago today the Beellerophon arrived in Plymouth harbor with Napoleon Napoleon was met by crowds of curiosity. Seventy five years ago today the British government appointed Col Stoddart and Capt Conolly to Kabul to Bokhara where they were murdered by the Khan. Fifty years ago today Rev Pitch W Taylor died in Boston. Jeremiah Simpson was nominated for Congress in 1890 for Kansas seventh district.
A list of notable birthdays marks anniversaries of Sophie Marie Theresa Frances, Archduke Francis Ferdinand’s eldest child. Sophie, born Konopischt, 14 years ago. Also celebrated are Sophie, Jean Webster, William Gillette, Rev. Carl G. Doney, Norman E. Mack, A Barton Hepburn, Ellen M. Stone, Finly H. Gray, Frederick Law Olmsted, John Claflin, and others, all noted as born on this day in various places. Also advertised is Palm Beach suits and pants from Max Joseph’s Dept. Store in Athens, Georgia.
The copy argues sickness is not sin and promotes PorDo-Lax for relief from Liver ills Headache Indigestion and constipation. It claims Podophyllin May Apple without gripe arouses the liver increases bile flow and aids nature to remove the cause, promising overnight relief. Obtain a bottle from your druggist today.
An old advertisement claims accumulated waste in the bowels causes poisons and fevers. It urges taking one or two Dr King s New Life Pills tonight to ensure a full bowel movement by morning. The ad promotes an original bottle of 36 pills for 25 cents from a druggist.
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