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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1914
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner notes Georgia politics with humor and critique, mentions candidates and Hearst press quirks, urges support for Georgia industries, and promotes buying local products while defending Athens. It also includes a humorous cartoon exchange on bargaining and pricing.
A humane appeal emphasizes protecting animals as a duty tied to protecting children and improving law observance. It urges care for horses and mules in heat, cites economy and humanity, and notes Athens as a historical leader in this effort this summer season.
A Georgian-era critique argues Democratic leaders are “cast down” due to the Mexican situation and the Panama tolls, blaming Hearst papers and the administration’s stance while questioning the claim’s basis and timing.
A Times Union editorial argues social workers urge government help to match unemployed labor with work. It notes city idle workers and farm shortages, cites failed New York experiments moving workers to the countryside, and warns skilled urban workers risk low pay and loss of future city opportunities if they take unsuitable rural jobs.
A knightly fantasy of heroic sacrifice contrasts with a London tale where a man rejected for ugliness endures an accident. After recovery his rebuilt face earns acceptance and he is finally proposed to. An exchange over a painting and a guaranty closes the fragment.
The Savannah Press notes upcoming teacher elections in Chatham County with two veteran grammar school teachers not seeking reelection. It argues for pensions after 25 years of service, citing low pay in teaching and preaching and urging a board champion to advance pension plans for deserving educators.
Sam Woods notes Athens fans should attend the farewell Georgia baseball game Saturday at Sanford. Stars Seb McWhorter Buck Ginn and others will close out careers as the 1914 S I A A champions seek next year’s pennant. Scrub and varsity mix, 50 cent general admission, Ella F White School benefit.
Announcement that Chancellor Barrow of the University of Georgia plans to resign next year draws widespread disappointment. At 61 he has long guided the university’s growth, and alumni and friends hope he will continue if possible despite his heavy responsibilities. Separately an advert promotes Dr King s New Discovery for coughs and colds with cited testimonials.
A kindergarten teacher explains animals to pupils then asks what oysters have. A bright girl volunteers crackers, prompting a humorous exchange captured by the National Monthly.
Five years of indigestion and constipation ended after using U Chamberlain's Tablets. Mrs. Mary E. McMullen of Phelps New York reports immediate relief and ongoing cure after several weeks of use. Sold by all dealers. adv.
A conversation about a girl starting a new position. A lady asks how she is faring at her new place, praises the employer as a nice person, and urges the girl to do her best. The girl modestly resists overdoing efforts, maintaining her good intentions.
James C. Mell announces a fire insurance office location over the Athens Savings Hank Building. The notice lists Mell as principal and cites the office address and service scope.
A vintage health advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for stomach liver and kidney disorders. It claims to purify the blood prevent constipation and maintain liver and bowel health while ridding the system of fermenting foods. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve is also advertised for various hurts at 25 cents from the druggist.
A reflection urges gentle speech at home as a priceless daily value and likens a kind voice to a joyful hearth light. It notes training to sweet tones now yields lifelong harmony. It also examines a soldier's dread of standing still before battle, where movement offers mental relief and a sense of release from agony.
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