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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1918
Page
2
William Masios a negro preacher died at Bellevue hospital claiming to be 147 years old. He answered all questions about Revolutionary times with remarkable intelligence prompting hospital records listing him as the oldest patient. Neighbors say he was born in Richmond Virginia in 1771.
With the French Army in France a German order found on the battlefield requests units to furnish lists of officers and men who have shown aptitude for the gas section and who wish to continue in that service after the war. The order invites even mutilated soldiers whose infirmities do not incapacitate them for this work to send their names.
Washington reporter Edward Hunn, a wounded American soldier at Walter Reed, recounts seeing German machine gunners chained to trees at Belleau Wood. He describes advancing with his company, heavy casualties, and the next morning’s capture of twenty six German machine guns, noting the gunners were unchained only after burial.
An ad promises La Creole Hair Dressing can revive color in gray or faded hair without dye. It claims to darken hair evenly, add luster, and improve scalp health when applied by combing or brushing. Sold by Warren J. Smith & Bro. drug stores and others with a money back guarantee. Mail orders priced at $1.25.
A wartime plea invites lending funds as local men serve overseas. The message emphasizes patriotism and civic duty, urging residents to purchase Fourth Liberty Loan bonds to back national defense and aid servicemen.
Miss Agnes Turner of Chicago describes relief from overwork indigestion and sleeplessness after using Chamberlain's Tablets. She credits two months of treatment with cleansing her stomach improving digestion and restoring restful sleep.
Philadelphia mother recalls weakness and fatigue from nervous indigestion. After one week of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she felt better, and after three months can eat and function normally. The notice promotes the tonic for run-down mothers facing stress and nervousness.
Lydia Woldke, fourteen, organized a new Cleveland group named Bor row-a-R Baby brigade to support mothers engaged in Red Cross work. The plan seeks girls ages fourteen to seventeen to join and help by caring for children during volunteer projects.
Promotes Knowlton's Dandeline as a quick at home treatment for thicker, shiny hair. Claims Danderine cleanses scalp, stops dandruff and itching, and may stimulate new hair growth after weeks of use. Encourages purchase from drug stores or toilet counters.
Mrs Susan Tingley a ninety three year old of Rushville Indiana was badly hurt when an oil can fell from the sky while she sat in her yard authorities suspect the can fell from an airplane The bizarre accident prompts fears of future dangers from aerial debris.
Washington The Red Cross issues a morale boosting handbook by W Frank Persons director general of civilian relief stressing letters from home as the best comfort for soldiers overseas. He cites France observations that home conditions and family contact sustain stamina and prevent shell shock and urges home service to ensure reliable support and timely, reassuring news.
Captain J J Firestone writes from Pittsburgh praising American troops and criticizing German soldiers. He says German officers may be better trained, but common soldiers are no match for American initiative and bravery.
Swiss efforts created an international system for prisoner of war exchange and aid. By mid 1917 over 500000 prisoners were repatriated or relocated with Swiss humanitarian support, including disabled and tuberculosis cases, while millions of letters and parcels moved to or from prisoners.
Athens and New Orleans report steady spot prices around 33.12c to 33.75c with Liverpool demand noted. Futures fluctuate as traders await government reports. December and January hover near 32.50 to 33.25 cents, while October slips to 67 points under night closes.
Treasury reports indicate progress on the fourth liberty loan but lack definite totals. Baltimore alone shows subscriptions surpassing the entire third loan, with official figures expected in about two days from reserve districts.
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