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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1917
Page
5
In a Sunday school lesson the Resurrection is linked to the WORD and to life eternal. The speaker argues that life begins here and continues forever, with the WORD meaning life and suggesting rebirth through Christ’s rising, shaping conduct and rewards at judgment.
Major General Leonard Wood urged universal military training at a Rotary gathering in Atlanta. He warned of wars despite peace, urged support for Red Cross and Boy Scouts, and stressed the need for trained allies and national preparedness. He spoke of casualties and the difficulty ahead, then referenced an Indian missionary praising Chamberlain's remedy for cholera and bowel trouble.
Circular No. 404 from the Railroad Commission of Georgia dated June 13 1917 places the Americus and Atlantic Railroad Company in Freight Tariff Class D and Passenger Tariff Class D. The company may charge only the rates prescribed by the Commission for these classes. The circular takes effect June 15 1917 and repeals conflicting provisions.
Advertising snippets tout Jackson's Cordial for teething crying infants and mothers digestion. Cham berlain's Tablets are praised by H. G. Murphy of Wellsburg, NY as best stomach remedy in 34 years of drug store service, with stray reflections on living to be eligible for the hereafter.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta relays a June 20 1917 message from W W McAdoo urging Liberty Loan committees in Athens and district to support the Red Cross fund seeking one hundred million dollars. The appeal stresses Red Cross as mercy and essential in the war effort and asks widespread cooperation from Liberty Loan organizers. Wardlaw signs as Liberty Loan Central Committeer chairman.
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