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Wa r risk insurance wanes amid wartime talk
The column comments on falling war risk insurance and a string of weather and social observations. It notes tornadoes in Kansas, urban razing, a push to modify press censorship, and shifts in church and college naming. It ends with reflections on sermons and wartime civic life.
As to the Tax on the Press
The newspapers and magazines insist on paying their fair share of any tax. They argue that a war tax would raise costs and threaten many papers, though they support taxing owners' incomes. They deny shirking duties and urge fair measures that preserve press usefulness to the public and government.
Neutrals Grow Restive Over German Submarine Campaign
The Kaiser’s submarine war inflames European neutrals as Norway Sweden and Spain suffer losses. Norway’s shipping is nearly destroyed prompting talk of breaking with Germany while Sweden grows restive and anti German sentiment rises. Spain issues firm notes but hesitates to sever ties. The Kaiser alienates much of the world, and neutrals face growing pressure to join the Allies.
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United States
Norway
Sweden
Spain
Germany
Japan's Ultimate Movements in the War
The piece argues Japan may extend its war role beyond the Pacific as the conflict grows. It suggests Japan could strike at Siberia if Russia falters, seeking a stronger seat at the peace table and leveraging ammunition supplied to Russia. It cautions against further involvement by the United States beyond essential participation.
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Siberia
Japan
United States
Nations Call to Help in Liberty and War
Poem urging Western nations to aid the fighting world in a struggle for freedom. Athens Ga May 2 1917 signed R M Anderson. Also includes short advertisements for Chamberlain's Tablets, Dr King New Life Pills, and Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey promoting relief from stomach trouble skin cleansing and coughs with drugstore availability.
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Athens
R. M. Anderson
Dr. Bell
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Endorsed For Whooping Cough
A Branden Springs Alabama reader reports success using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for severe whooping cough in a baby, claiming quick recovery. Advertise your wants.
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Chamberlain
G. W. McClinton
Brandon Springs
Als
Shabuoth Festival Service to Be Held at Synagogue
The Festival of Weeks observance is celebrated today at 10 A M in the Athens synagogue with a Confirmation service for youths. The program includes readings from Exodus and Joshua, musical selections, prayers, and the conferring of certificates by Rabbi Hirsch and Mr Fugjenstein. Free sample offer from Palmer & Son appears in the notice.
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Congregation of the Children of Israel
Harry J. van Straaten
Joshua
Bestrice Abrams
Sylvester
Evelyn Bo
Ruby Jankower
F. K. Hirsch
Golo
Ernest Michael
Fugkjenstein
Bernhard M. Dornblatt
Ruth Levy
Athens Branch Trains Depart and Lodge Notices
Train times listed for Athens Branch to All Points daily and Sundays with arrivals at 12:40 p m and 6 60 p m plus Sunday 10 30 a m. Contact Williams or Johnson for information. Lodge directory lists St Elmo K of P meeting Mondays 8 30 p m at Castle Hall Clayton Street. Various lodges meet weekly including I O O F and Mt Vernon F and A M with contact officers and meeting times.
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Georgia R. RK
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Williams
R. L. Johnson
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