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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1918
Page
2
The Athens Banner outlines delivery options and rates for Athens Georgia including annual, several monthly and weekly prices. It requests prompt notice to the business office for any late or failed delivery and states this is the sole means of confirming service issues.
A standard Associated Press copyright notice appears stating exclusive republication rights for dispatches and focal news, with all rights of republication of special dispatches reserved. The notice emphasizes AP ownership of content and its exclusive entitlement to republication.
Citizens debated civic pride and patriotism in Athens while urging support for Fourth Liberty Bond drives and war efforts. The piece contrasts Athens’ devotion with broader Italian war finance and national budgeting details. It highlights local calls to meet quotas, support for Red Cross and thrift campaigns, and the role of food administration alongside national fiscal data.
A local health board reports no influenza epidemic in the city despite fears sparked by the Spanish influenza outbreak. Officials credit the mayor and city health board for swift precautions and public cooperation, noting only mild cases and few disruptions as the region remains vigilant and prepared.
Governor Dorsey proclaims the proposed amendment to Paragraph 2 Section 1 Article 11 of the Georgia Constitution, creating Cook County from Berrien and adjoining lands with Adel as county seat. It outlines boundaries, election procedures, officer appointments, county powers, and submission to voters in the next general election. Approved July 30 1918.
A hostile wartime column asserts German submarines resume active patrols in American and European waters. It warns of further transport losses, claims Belgium as a base, and calls for unconditional surrender of the German empire within the next two years. The piece dismisses peace overtures as mere subterfuge and urges strong maritime defense.
A fragmented verse speaks of brown and blue eyes as guiding lights. The speaker longs for that loving gaze and approval, dreaming of walking with confidence and pleasure in work, urged by the radiance cited as pure as angels.
A short fable where Nature has two sons named Gifts and Talents. Gifts freely shares his gifts with playmates who also share, making him wesilthed. Talents trades his gifts and makes them sigw at her alert. Both sons obey their Mother.
A long feature discusses J M Barrie’s five plays running in England and America, his charity efforts caring for orphans in France and Belgium, and the public interest sparked by his wartime drama. It notes a million dollars in Liberty Bonds sold in one day and comments on Germany’s war stance and peace prospects. Also mentions a Woman’s Christian Temperance Union meeting in Water B. Hills.
Voters of the state qualified to vote for Tenabers of the General Assembly at the general election to be held on Tuesday, September. Governor Range of State announced terms and eligibility during the campaign period.
Georgia exhibit at the Southeastern fair highlights war relief work under the Council of Defense. Willis R. Timmons chairs a committee with Mary Inman directing major displays showing the defense chain from national to home level, plus a Red Cross department and United War Service Organizations exhibits. Mrs Nellie Peters Black is named chair of the School Garden Army of Georgia, bringing broad influence and organization to the program.
The University of Georgia S A T C reports bond sales for the Fourth Liberty Loan with 258 members purchasing 17 700 in bonds and totals adjusted to 220 000. The group credits cadets for training and aiding the war effort, noting members’ commitment to support government bonds.
Major Bryan Cameron Murchison, youngest Marine major, died Tuesday at a Virginia quarantine station from influenza. His mother resided in Jacksonville, Florida.
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A garbled note expresses a patient narrator’s wish to send gratitude and explain medical woes. The text mentions a severe attack conducted by Americans three years ago and laments the lack of effective medicine.
Gladwell of Watoga West Virginia recounts early teenage suffering from headaches backaches and weakness. After using Cardus Cardul she reports rapid improvement, increased strength, and no need for doctors for female troubles. She urges others to try Cardul and notes 40 years of use and physician recommendations.
Athens measures closing aunt's event venues schools and churches saved the city from an influenza epidemic. Dr McKinney of the Board of Health thanks proprietors and citizens for cooperation, urges continued compliance with quarantine rules and reporting, warns of penalties for evading orders. October 9, 191k
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