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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1917
Page
6
Excerpted prose discusses a family scene with a child’s nickname hampa and a grandmother urging hurry, capturing a light domestic moment. It then defines raillery as gentle teasing in good breeding that amuses without shaming the person, citing Fielding’s view.
The Georgia Drainage Association holds its sixth annual meeting in Athens May 2 4 with Col. A R Lawton urging county and city delegates to attend. Speakers include State Senator L R Aiken and Dr Andrew M Boyle as the convention explores the value of drainage for increasing farm output and reclaiming 7 5 million acres of Georgia land.
Favorable weather and Russia concerns spur early offerings in New York cotton with modest buying and a quick turn to weaker prices. July and October futures retreat while New Orleans reports heavy midday selling amid warmer forecasts and weak cables. Liverpool and Chicago quotes show modest gains and mixed grain and livestock shifts.
An Athens service station explains that only chemically pure distilled water should be used in storage batteries. City or well water contains chlorine and iron that disrupt battery electro chemistry, reducing capacity or causing damage. Rain water is usable only if kept free of metal or wood contact, and distillation fully removes impurities. Distilled water storage and weekly service checks are offered at Athens Engineering Co.
A coordinated effort aims to provide a universal jumper system usable by all motorists regardless of battery or car make. The program seeks standardized adapters and clear instructions to simplify roadside assistance for drivers nationwide.
LOOK US UP Hat Renewery at 147 College Ave has moved to Clayton Street near James Music Co. The renovators for ladies' and gentlemen's hats promise satisfaction and invite patronage.
The ordinary grants Cora Hicks natural guardianship for the person and property of her own child Cora Bessie Hicks.
National Guardsmen under Capt Dick, stationed at Lucas Heights to guard local rail bridges and waterpowers, will be guests of the University of Georgia Athletic Association at the Georgia Tech ball games Friday and Saturday.
A reflective line quotes Longfellow on understanding enemies by reading their hidden sorrows to soften hostility.
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