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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1919
Page
4
A mixed page blends Frank L. Stanton inspired verses with local society happenings. Poems reflect on light and love as stars guard the world. The issue also covers MRs Hodgs on Chi Psi dance details, club meetings, theatergoing, and social plans in Athens around Miss Gwen Griffith and Mrs Mahaffy, plus a Saturday market and Federation notices.
Mrs. Z I Fitzpatrick declares Georgia women will meet personal quotas in the fifth Victory Loan drive. She argues quotas be set per individual, backed by district and county administration, noting war cost and patriotism. She highlights sacrifices of soldiers, hospitals, and production, urging continued support through April 21 to May 12.
A call for Victory Liberty Loan funding stresses repayment for war costs and reconstruction of disabled workers. Georgia Glee Club invited to a Wesleyan reception with a concert and post-event dance at the Hotel Lanier. The Holy City oratorio to be repeated at Central Presbyterian church. Sergeant Alexander A. Scudder to be discharged at Kelly Field and return home. Capt. Paul Lemon arrives in New York en route to Athens. Local residents including Lieut. Bolling Lasnett and visitors Joe Johnson and Mrs. J. F. Lee noted.
An advertisement urges parents to choose California Syrup of Figs as the best and harmless laxative for children. It highlights its fruity taste and full dosing directions on each bottle, claiming it eases stomach liver and bowels without fear.
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