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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1918
Page
8
Short notes list various ads from Athens, Georgia including savings bank offers, land and loan inquiries, employment requests, sales of vehicles and appliances, and telegraph delivery jobs. Entries mention Athens, Jester insurance, Cumberland Chemical Co, Ford and Buick for sale, and Western Union delivery opportunities.
Senator elect W. J. Harris addresses the Georgia Democratic convention accepting the U S Senate nomination. He cites Wilson wartime leadership, Georgia's war contributions, and Southern influence in federal government while urging continued support for shipbuilding, cotton policy, and southern economic interests. He notes Georgia’s patriotic record and calls for unity behind the Democratic program.
Clarke county board of commissioners passes a unanimous resolution praising the resignation of clerk Cate Wright later identified as Tate Wright. The body commends his honesty faithfulness and efficiency and expresses reluctance to part from a long service. It wishes him well as he enters military or government service.
Mrs. A E Sidenberder of Rockfield Indiana says her spring bronchial trouble yields to Chamberlains Cough Remedy after a few days of use. She reports all signs of bronchial trouble disappear.
A voter speech pledges to represent the state in the U.S. Senate with best efforts to improve welfare and promises that no act as a senator will reflect poorly on the people. The speaker emphasizes unrivaled natural resources and commitment to public service.
The Georgia Democratic convention debated a rule to seat W. J. Harris as Senate nominee while H. Watson’s challenge was withdrawn. Judge Cobb argued the case, praising the party's unity and warning against schism, as Clarke county and Athens factions filled various posts. Gordon and other officials supported Harris with a rousing speech on national duty and Georgia's long tradition.
The speaker asserts Georgia's repudiation of obstruction and endorses William J. Harris of Polk County for the United States Senate, declaring he shares the nation’s unity with President Woodrow Wilson and will serve the country’s interests without partisan distraction.
Luncheonette offers Chicken Salad with bread and drinks for 85c, Vegetable Soup 10c, Brunswick Stew 20c, Chicken Pot Pie with turnip mashed potatoes and muffins 35c, Dozen Oysters 50c, Half Dozen oysters 30c, Half Chicken fried, Barbecued Hash, Roast Beef with mashed potatoes 25c, home made pie and beverages. ad promotes Fourth Liberty Loan.
Washington October reports on federal food and drug act enforcement for packaged foods shipped across state lines. Inspectors sample shipments to verify weight or measure accuracy and prosecute short-weight packages. state laws also protect consumers within their borders.
Time table shows Athens departures and arrivals for trains 2 12 3 and 11 in early morning and late afternoon. Notes schedule written by W. E. Weasby general advertising wants in the Banner.
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