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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1917
Page
3
The Athens Banner details its establishment year, editor, and distribution policy. It lists subscription rates of 5.00 per year, 2.50 for six months, 1.25 for three months, or 10 cents a week with delivery by carrier or mail. It requests prompt business-office notices for late or missed deliveries as the source of addressing issues.
National registration day next Tuesday is seen as more than listing men of military age. Georgia legislators plan to use the event to press for a modern, thorough vital statistics law. The idea follows William J. Harris’s urging for complete birth and death data and proposes clerks and notaries as registrars with standard fees.
A wartime appeal stresses the need for all Americans to invest in Liberty Loan bonds to fund the war effort. It calls on every income level to buy $50 or $100 bonds, linking personal savings to national victory and the economy’s survival while warning of heavy sacrifices.
The article notes tuberculosis as a major war enemy, with about 150000 French soldiers discharged for the disease and widespread presence in the country. It contrasts French and English army exposure, cites trench life and cold wet conditions as factors, and mentions U.S. advances in hygiene leading to new anti tuberculosis organizations operating behind the lines in France.
Elihu Root chairs a U S commission heading to Russia amid radical socialist rule. The visit could bolster democratic aims and aid allies, but reception by the Russian people remains the key factor shaping success or failure. The outcome hinges on how Russians respond and whether the delegation can speak plainly without evasion.
A reflective piece contrasts heroic public displays of patriotism with the quiet devotion of a mother who sacrifices her son for the nation. It argues true patriotism includes willingness to delay personal claims, while also noting issues of voter age and birthdate uncertainty affecting registration. A medicinal ad closes the fragment.
In a lively exchange, critics question if submarines can function as rams while noting their primary design as nonrammable vessels. Proponents defend mobility and protection roles, arguing tactics rely on stealth and speed over ramming.
Mrs Anna Kadin of Spearport New York reports long stomach troubles improved by Chamberlain's Tablets after trying many remedies. She says the tablets gave positive lasting relief and she offers them highly. Obtainment advertised.
The Arctic tern holds the long distance migration record as families leave Arctic regions and reach near Antarctica months later. Lodge directory lists Knight of Pythias, Odd Fellows, and other fraternal orders meeting weekly at various halls on Clayton Street and nearby buildings, with contact details and visiting member invites.
The National Security League announces a nation wide campaign to counter pacifist influence opposing conscription and the Liberty Loan. A nationwide network of patriotic meetings will be staged with trained speakers explaining wartime aims and the need for universal military training. Locally a mass meeting is planned for May 20 at New Star Casino with speakers including Robert Bacon and Samuel Gompers.
News from major exchanges notes all U S markets closed for Decoration Day while foreign markets stay open. Liverpool cotton quotes show good middling at 14.89 and middling 14.25 with 6 000 bales traded and 15 000 receipts. futures up 17 to 23 points. Sloan's Liniment advertised for pain relief.
In Louisville Kentucky a woman recounts severe female ailments including headaches insomnia and loss of appetite. She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after doctors warned of surgery. She now runs her home and cares for her eight pound baby girl. She urges others with symptoms to seek advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. Lynn Massachusetts.
An early 20th century style advertisement urges spring skin care by internal cleansing with Dr. King's New Life Pills. It promises clearer complexion and brighter eyes, stating laxative benefits and simple usage at druggists for 25 cents.
Schedule table from Salnedle Midland Railway listing train numbers and Athens connections. Mentions departures Athens at 7:20 a m and 2:20 p m, arrivals 11:40 a m and 6:40 p m, with connections at Belmont for Wind Monroe optional intermediate points, and Gainesville for Northwestern stations. Includes reference to Georgia Railroad links and Southern Railway North paths.
A damaged OCR fragment shows scattered times and routes such as 3:16 p.m and 3:30 p.m with partial station references and points on a transit timetable. The incomplete data lacks full context, destinations, and service names, preventing a complete schedule reconstruction.
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