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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1916
Page
4
The Athens Banner piece charts varied topics from St Patrick's day quips to ideas on preparedness, taxes, and a Nova Scotia prohibition vote. It notes railway bond approval for Southern Railway, western wheat farmers tax concerns, and a trend toward yellowed newspaper ink due to war and paper costs.
Georgia voters are urged to keep the Western and Atlantic Railroad in state hands. The piece of property is described as a valuable asset that should be leased only at fair rates to ensure a steady income, while guarding its interests through strong legislation. The piece argues against selling the road or allowing parallel routes, emphasizing state sovereignty and future economic benefits.
The article notes wartime and postwar prohibition gains worldwide. Manitoba votes dry and Nova Scotia tightens liquor laws. In the United States, prohibitionists push national legislation and a dry District of Columbia possibility is discussed. The trend favors restricting alcohol as political battles over repeal or expansion intensify.
Cartoon caption portrays a man with a large workload who arrives early and stays late. The dialogue hints at a paradox where being first and remaining late stems from the scope of his duties, illustrating the dedication required by a demanding position.
Poem contemplates U S border action to enforce law against a murderous bandit and to shape a higher order. It questions whether the response is to quell chaos or guide a brother people toward better living, leaving the outcome open.
The passage notes Hon. C. R. Crisp of the Third Georgia district acting as temporary speaker of the national House of Representatives in Washington due to his extensive knowledge of parliamentary rules. It also mentions a mock warning about war zone exposure and local Georgia barber Warner West pleading guilty to a moonshining charge in Atlanta.
An editorial note explains how hardware articles increasingly use wood pulp composites. The piece highlights the shift from traditional metals to pulped timber as a raw material in manufacturing.
The National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis and the American Association for Labor Legislation push health insurance to cover tuberculosis. They cite tuberculosis as a leading killer of men aged 15 to 45 and show wage losses and income declines from illness. State bills propose joint employer, employee, and state funding with adapted mutual benefit plans to curb disease.
A speaker argues that regular church attendance is the most practical force for manhood, citing moral, mental, and physical development. He compares social order, military discipline, and religious loyalty, urging members to stand four-square for truth and to witness through attendance in unity.
Fall to spring coughs and colds relieved by Dr King's New Discovery. It claims to stop coughing, heal inflamed airways, and soothe raw passages. Easy to take with a 60 cent bottle and money back guarantee if not satisfied.
A concise quotation attributed to Seneca on a great mind helping a person keep honor and persist toward his journey, using what he encounters as a pilgrim toward his end.
Across the country Cross Roads groceries carry Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. The ad proclaims the remedy always receives a favorable verdict at the real court of last resort, commonly found beside the store. For sale by all dealers.
Evelyn Mitchell, sixteen, escapes from Romani captors after nine years of wandering in the United States and abroad. Rescued by Oakland authorities she travels with Georgiana Allen to Montana to reunite with her rancher father, amid court battles and rescue efforts by state officials.
A quotation from Elisabeth Woodbridge in Atlantic Monthly contrasts historical female duties with modern ones. The note discusses how past duties were clearly defined and inescapable, while today ethical expectations shift toward discovering what one’s duty is rather than simply doing it.
A cheerful and glad spirit attains to perfection much more readily than a melancholy spirit. The note speaks on the power of positivity guiding personal improvement.
The Athens Banner published daily in Athens Georgia provides the 1916 ownership and management details. Editors include H J Rowe and D G Bickers. business manager Chas B D Martin. owners listed with numerous local names. bondholders state none. average paid circulation 2950 copies over six months. sworn March 16 1916 by D G Bickers before N P Clarke County official.
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