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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1919
Page
4
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A broad critique of fringe ideas and a detailed proposal for a Liberty Calendar replacing the Gregorian system with thirteen four-week months plus independent New Year and Correction Days. The piece claims major savings in time and money, notes support from lawmaking bodies, and mentions Poindexter and Reed’s stance on the league of nations.
A defense of wartime conduct rejects rumors of scandal at Brest and defends Secretary Daniels. The piece counters claims of terrible conditions, notes influenza deaths, and argues Democrats managed the war more efficiently than Republicans, referencing past beef scandals and party control.
Cotton growers bankers and business men will hold an April 10 conference in Memphis to discuss Governor Harding’s idea of forming a great cotton export corporation to protect the South’s crop. Reports on acreage curtailment were reviewed, and backers must invest for success. The move aims to place business leaders in front, reducing political leverage in cotton pricing. Louisiana and Kansas governors clash over criticism of cotton pricing and Republican efforts on railroad funding face federal hurdles.
A D. G. Bckers poem urges Americans to show nerve and cheerfully pay for victory, despite waning pep in the Victory Loan drive. The author compares the current round to prior campaigns and calls for steadfast support without fear or hesitation.
A compact analysis of Jesus parable on the invincible vitality of God's Word. The text argues that though sowing appears casual, the gospel planted in hearts at home, in school, and in church will inevitably grow and mature despite human indifference. The piece emphasizes patience and cheerful faith in divine outcome.
An old newspaper ad promotes Calotabs as a nausea less calomel alternative. It claims Calotabs cleanses the liver and purifies the system with no taste or griping. One tablet at bedtime, price thirty five cents, money back if not delighted.
Young girls prize this dark red frock with panelled taffeta design. Front buttons trim the girdle collar and cuffs to match the panels. Official pattern No. 8079 from Pictorial Review, sizes 6 to 16 years, price 20 cents.
J. B. Elder of Farmington Georgia says three weeks of use of Dreco cured his aches and pains. He reports improved digestion, no dizziness, better sleep, increased appetite, and renewed energy. Dr Thorp promotes Dreco at H R Palmer & Sons Drug Store with Brom Quinine tablets for colds.
Thursday listings include Constance Talmadge in The Experimental Marriage at Strand with Elite highlights William Farnum in Riders of the Purple Sage. Friday shows Bert Lytell in The Spider, Pearl White extra, and Farnum western feature Riders of the Purple Sage at Elite. Saturday pairs Earl Williams in A Gentleman of Quality at Strand with Fatal Marriage and Western Rider of the Purple Sage at Elite. The piece closes with a health note from Athens about kidney care and Doan's Kidney Pills.
A fashion note highlights a blue serge jacket with a convertible collar suited for cool or windy days and reversible for warmth. Paired with a straight one piece skirt of the same material, the ensemble reflects a leading seasonal style. Pictorial Review Jacket No 8041 and Skirt No 7714 priced at 25 cents each for sizes 14 to 20 years.
Social page reports numerous visitors and returns from Georgia towns Florida and beyond. Names include Walter Stone from USA Mia Ben Julian Ben Jr G L Cook Helen Cook J H Dorsey R M McRee Page Carl J O Martin and many others visiting relatives or attending hospital or family gatherings in Winder Jacksonville St Augustine Warrenton Moultrie Savannah Peoria Chocolocco Barnett Shoals and Carlton. Several travelers head home from Florida and Alabama while illness and hospital care prompt family travel and support.
An old advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for constipated children. It describes symptoms such as coated tongue, feverish mood, sour stomach, and irritability and promises quick relief by gently moving out waste without griping. It warns against counterfeit syrups and directs to buy from the California Fig Syrup Company.
An 19th century style advertisement touts a “famed” remedy for catarrhal deafness. The text claims the treatment clears the Eustachian tube and mucous membranes, asserting the medicine acts on blood and mucous surfaces. A Toledo, Ohio address is given for a free circular.
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