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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1917
Page
4
Subscribers are urged to report late deliveries and no carrier is authorized to collect subscriptions. Special notice: no carrier may collect from any one for copies. Garden talk and political jabs fill the page with stock phrases on prohibition, prices, and current events. A scatter of quotes touches on the senate, the president, and foreign affairs with humor and sarcasm.
The Athens Board of Health urges council to legislate a regular city meat inspector with duties and inspection fees. They argue a dedicated role ensures thorough checks for meats, fish, game and fruits, until a modern abattoir is built, a project seen as self-financing and essential for public health.
The proposed rule to close debates in the senate faces strong opposition from several senators and criticism from the president. Senator Owen of Oklahoma sponsors the measure, warning of a lengthy fight that could keep the chamber in session for months and hinder national business. The debate centers on filibuster use and the fate of force bills, with observers urging unity to protect American interests.
A brief, fragmented quotation reflects on defeat and regret. The speaker contrasts feeling sorry for the defeated with realizing sympathy should have been for the victor, noting the shifting perspective in a short, reflective line attributed to D. G. B.
The German ruling body endorsed the Zimmerman plan to form an alliance with Mexico if war comes. The German war department said it would deploy a larger submarine fleet, while Austria pledged to support Germany's policy.
A shaving harness combines mirror, brush and cup in one wearable device. It aims to ease the three days growth of beard by allowing the user to shave without contorting the head and neck. Popular Science Monthly.
A letter argues that colds surge in cold damp weather and are caused by cold air. The writer endorses Chamberisin a Cough Remedy as effective and widely recommended, claiming long use and broad availability everywhere.
A foreign government may call its citizens in the United States during war, but those who have become U.S. citizens are not compelled to respond to the call. Foreign subjects residing here retain the right to decision, while citizens are protected from forced repatriation by the U.S. government.
The article notes there are about 4200 known flower species, of which 420 have an agreeable fragrance. It highlights that white and cream blossoms are among the sweetest scents.
A catalog style description shows a blouse with orchid crepe, filet edging, and a surplice waist. Front waist closes in front while back forms a yoke, with optional round or square neck finishing in self material. One piece galloped sleeves end at deep cuffs and perforations.
Sewing instructions describe joining gores, closing center seams, adjusting upper edges, and gathering under waist for a dress with front and back center alignment and side-front closing options. Directions cover collar attachment, sleeve setting, cuff finishes, hem turns, and optional contrasting braid. Sold in Athens by Sol J. Boley. sizes 34 to 46 inches.
Andrew M Soule discusses fertilizing land after velvet beans. If residues are turned under, most nitrogen returns to the soil. grazing vines and beans reduces this value. Velvet beans fix nitrogen, add humus, and improve soil quality. use acid phosphate and limited nitrogen for rapid crop growth.
Professor M P Jarnagin argues against northen horse imports, citing six years of Percheron mares at Georgia State College of Agriculture that produced eight foals, sold seven for costs, and earned value through progeny. He urges breeding Georgia mares to registered draft sires to boost local livestock production and reduce costly imports.
T. H. McHatton of the Georgia State College outlines that with 300,000 farms in Georgia a home garden at 26 dollars per farm could yield about 7.9 million dollars in state profit while home orchards adding 10 dollars per farm could add about 3 million dollars. Records show gardens at one twentieth of an acre net 26 dollars and small orchards net 10 to 15 dollars. The boll weevil has arrived and farmers should focus on home production to fight it, making both home gardens and home orchards key.
Train times for Athens Branch include daily departures at 8:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. and arrivals at 6:50 p.m. plus a 9:45 a.m. Sunday option. The lodge section lists St Elmo Lodge K of P, Knights of Pythias in Clayton street, and BPOE, IOOF and Masonic lodges with meeting nights and locations in Athens. Contact details and invites for visiting members are provided.
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