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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1917

Page

5

Opposition to registration subsiding in Georgia

Atlanta reports federal and state officials see opposition to the June military registration diminishing. Investigations traced talks against registration to individuals by county, with records filed to deter further trouble. A LaGrange circulated letter urged county officers to pressure governor and Adjutant General, but legal opinion cautions it may not violate the draft act. Governor Harris condemns the circular and warns avoidance will breach law once boards are chosen.

Seerow Peer Pe Atlanta Georgia United States Department of Justice Franklin and Hart Federal Department LaGrange Harris Gerk Muscogee County E. H. Johnson Nash State of Sherif Johnson

Company letters urge employees to endure wartime costs

The Athens Railway and Electric Company president explains rising costs from war and public burdens, notes limits on fare and rate increases, and announces monthly bonus checks funded by the company. He also promotes Liberty Bonds, urging employee participation with $5 monthly payments toward a $50 minimum bond.

Athens Railway and Electric Company Cofts

Maxwell 5-Passenger Car Sets Gas Mileage Record

Maxwell dealers nationwide tested official mileage in two local cars owned by George O Kelly and Dr L N Betts. Observers reported Dr Betts car attained 35.2 miles per gallon while O Kelly's reached 34.7. Clarke County Mi company agent Joe Downs praised the feat as a patriotic record with $6 000 prize to be shared among dealers nationwide.

Athens Maxwell L. N. Betts Joe Downs Bogart Barnett Shoals United States Canada Geo. Kelly Texas Oil Co Martin Bros Clarke County Motor Co Clayton Street R. &. Freeman General Insurance Henry Doolittle Charles E. Martin S. R. Martin J. C. McLain R. H. Kinnebrew Clarke County Motor Company Maxwell Automobile Company America George O’kelly Bogart Road Barnett Shoals Road Bett Mr. O'Kelly Clarke County Mi Company

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Management Electric Company New York Isome Official Geo. O'Kelly Dr. L. N. Betts Athens, Ga Ounty Motor Joe H. Downs Athens, Georgia Bered Brew
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