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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1921
Page
4
Readers learn that the Associated Press content is restricted to republication only and not tied to any exclusive arrangement with this paper. The notice clarifies that news published here is subject to republication permissions and standard agency rules.
The Washington Post reports savings by U S banks totaling about 6 5 billion dollars across 30 000 banks, roughly 60 dollars per person, showing thrift rising as extravagance subsides. About 20 4 million people own Liberty bonds worth around 1 billion annually, with most original buyers retaining holdings, suggesting liquidity remains strong and money is being used prudently. Memorial Day observes May 30 with the poppy as the symbol of remembrance, the American Franco Children’s League selling poppies for war relief in France to be worn in memory of World War I dead.
A brief note urges the public to buy silk poppies on May 30 to honor the supreme sacrifices of those who served. It emphasizes showing loyalty by wearing the flower as a symbol of remembrance for veterans.
Fragmentary text appears as a verse with archaic phrasing about sacred thoughts and inner self. It contrasts fear of darkness with fear of light and hints at delicate sentiments and unspoken feelings. No clear event or person is fully identified.
A collage of trivia and stray notes lists questions on anatomy weather navigation and dental science with stray advertising and film theater notices. Items mention epidermis red river border Texas Oklahoma moulting birds and Ultima Thule alongside a theater showing and a digestion tablet promo.
Spécial to The Banner reports talks by A. D. Ehnore and C. B. Barrett on cooperative cotton marketing plans. Meetings listed in multiple Georgia towns including Atlanta and Greensboro with dates in May.
The notice suggests a local remedy involving cement in halls to cure catarrh and restore health. It mentions Shilo, Riead, and Wank Ads as references for probable results and guidance.
Richard H. Edmonds, editor of the Manufacturers' Record, tells the National Editorial association in Florida that the South possesses immense recurring wealth. He cites high shares of the nation’s cotton, raw materials, natural gas, petroleum, cement, and various minerals, as well as major food crops and cane sugar, highlighting economic vitality often overlooked after the Civil War.
Read banner advertisements and patronize banner advertisers as part of the daring girls health campaign. The notice urges readers to support health initiatives through printed ads and local business sponsors.
Governor Dorsey defends his peonage reference saying 110 cases of organized lawlessness exist, urging law-abiding Georgians to curb cruelty. He argues farm labor depends on rural workers and cites terror, flight, and vanished counties as proof of ongoing abuses, while condemning Judge Searcy’s attack as harmful to legal order.
In a public appeal, Hugh M. Dorsey denounces opposition to Georgia's efforts to end discriminatory conditions. He cites Georgia as a model for fair dealing with the negro question and urges citizens to back his pursuit of justice and mercy for all Georgians. He stresses unity against political motives and asks fellow citizens to support his actions.
Judge G A Johns state Dean elect from Barrow county departed Monday for Washington DC and New York City on legal business and will be away about a week or ten days. Style Show next week features an attractive style revue to be presented at the Patrice. Officers report a 15 day vacation for department members with Woods and Hart to resume duty June 1.
After a judge's session, the audience heard candidates outline laws under the 1877 constitution restricting voting to certain classes. Mrs A Parker spoke for the progressive ticket urging reforms, while the crowd enjoyed several impromptu speeches in support of the tickets.
In Athens a campaign event discussed city governance and a curb market, urging a healthy and beautiful city powered by broad support. Mia T Green urged constructive measures while cautioning against exclusive interests, and the executive committee faced petitions concerning election managers. Minor rule changes followed, with Laura Blackshesr replacing an alderman. A 4:30 pm talk by Judge T P Green addressed visiting women before polls open.
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