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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1916

Page

13

Emory Dean Dr Plato Durham to Speak in Athens

Dr. Plato Durham dean of the Candler School of Theology Emory University is set to address the University Club in Athens next Tuesday on an aspect of religious culture. He is a renowned speaker and minister whose Georgia visits draw strong interest and expect an unusual event.

Plato Durham Candler School of Theology Emory University Athens Kato Durham Durham University Club Dr. Durham Georgia

Washington prepares for Atlantic Coast Bowling Tournament

Washington bowlers and fans including national leaders are driving preparations for the Atlantic Coast Bowling Association tournament set to open April 3 in the capital. An anticipated 150 Washington teams and more than 250 from other cities will compete for about 26 thousand dollars in prize money, with entries closing March 25.

Washington Wilson Champ Clark Marshall National Capital Pin Knights

Farmers urged diversification of crops over one cotton focus

W P G Harding of the Federal Reserve Board told the Birmingham chamber of commerce Southern farmers should diversify beyond cotton urging more corn and food crops. He warned a one crop system risks prices and national security and urged bankers merchants and newspapers to promote diversification over the next six weeks.

Associated Press Birmingham Ala W. P. G. Harding Federal Reserve Board Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Mr. Harding Europe Ambria Harding

Christian Endeavor Programs in Athens Engage with Life Failure Topic

Christian Endeavor in Athens outlines programs at the Christian church corner Pulaski street and Prince avenue led by Alvin Adams with Monroe Butler presenting Samson and a debate on self confidence versus timidity. Other talks include Sarah Butler on The House Built on Sand and a Korea talk by C A Rowland. Ossie McIntyre leads at Central Presbyterian church with Korea talk and an Expert class at 6:45. Visitors urged to attend both societies and join for work.

Christian Endeavor Societies Athens Christian Church Pulaski Street Prince Avenue Endeavor Alvin Adams Monroe Butler Samson Susie Cook L. 4A Rivers Sarah Butler Ossie McIntyre Central Presbyterian Church Milsedge and Prince, Avenues Korea C. A. Rowland Rowland

Surgical dressings drive extends to war zones in Europe

New York reports the National Civic Federation surgical dressings committee plans to expand free dressings to Europe. Miss Garita Spencer, national chair, sails to inspect distribution in France and to visit hospitals in England and Italy. The group backs free delivery and has about 700 US sub committees gathering cotton linen and fabric for volunteer-made dressings. Grief Cure. The only cure for grief is act.

Associated Press New York Surgical National Civic Federation Europe Garita Spencer France England Italy United States

Draped skirts and fitted bodices fashion season

Dress mode features dark brown pongee and satin accents with cream chiffon vest. Medium size garment uses 5 yards 40 inch pongee and 2 yards 36 inch satin. Pictorial Review Waist No. 6566 and Skirt No. 6599 priced 15c each. Size ranges 34–44 bust and 22–32 waist.

Pictorial Review

Nail Growth Varied by Season and Finger

Reading notes show finger nails grow faster in summer than winter. The middle finger nails are reported to grow the fastest while the thumb is described as growing more slowly.

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