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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1915
Page
4
A noisy weekly column surveys topics from weather and nuts to markets and politics. It notes trends in cotton prices, war talk, and regional events, urging participation in fairs, support for public water quality, and coverage of local sports and university news. It mentions Athens, Georgia and The Hartwell Sun.
The article notes strain among Allied powers over the Balkan situation with Bulgaria siding with the Teutons. It cites Italy's alleged reluctance to aid France and Britain and rumors of possible withdrawals from Dardanelles. It warns unity is essential to prevent a Teutonic victory, as the Kaiser appears closer to success than at any time since Paris was threatened.
The Athens Board of Health declares the city water is once again pure and wholesome after plant improvements and a full machinery overhaul. Filtration now meets demand and guards against bacterial contamination despite recent turbidity from rain and watershed deforestation. The waterworks and Health Department credit thorough work and vigilant maintenance for a stable future supply.
In Richmond Virginia a memorial to former President John Tyler was unveiled a few days ago. The ceremony honored a public servant who guided the nation through several advances. Though not deemed a genius by some, Tyler stood as a leading Virginian who gave his best service to the country. The tribute arrived belatedly but remains a fitting remembrance.
A historical allusion celebrates peace since World War I, noting the United States as a world supplier and debtors to others. The piece credits President Wilson for steering the nation, sees unemployment easing, and urges preparation for potential postwar hard times while proudly declaring a nonwar footing and absence of wartime burdens.
The Associated Press reports college football starts across the North and South with Virginia versus Harvard in Cambridge drawing southern and northern attention. Auburn, Clemson, Tech, Alabama and other teams face a slate including Florida Sewanee and Vanderbilt games as the season opens in earnest.
Rear Admiral William N. Little retired was ordered to stand trial for neglect as inspector during construction of submarine K-2 at Fore River Shipbuilding. The court at Boston Navy Yard on October 18 will include six rear admirals and other officers. Secretary Daniels cited insufficient care in the K-2 inspection as the investigation focus.
Advertises Pape's Diapepsin as a fast, harmless regulator for indigestion gas and sour stomach. Claims dramatic relief in five minutes with a money back guarantee and a fifty cent price.
The Elite showcased The Two Orphans with Theta Bara William E. Shay and Jean Southern. The production used strong settings and drew hundreds of viewers, reinforcing the film’s popularity and the cinema’s role in supplementing stage work.
Police last night arrested Ellie Mathews who escaped from the stockade weeks ago and caused trouble on the streets. He was seen on Broad Street drinking and resisted transfer to the station house.
Banner's Special Correspondence reports the death of Ben White in Atlanta at age beyond middle life. A Forsyth County native and longtime Kimball House officer, he was a familiar presence in state public life. After illness he returned to Forsyth County, later worked at the Winecoff Hotel, fell ill from a broken arm swelling, and died around 10 o'clock this morning.
Mr. Harry Hodgson of Empire State Chemical and Hodgson Cotton Oil Refining spoke to the University of Commerce class on business management principles. His talk included practical applications from Hodgson Oil Refining and a tour of the new Oconee Street plant.
Mrs. Belle Miller of Elida Ohio says Chamberlains Tablets are the best medicine for indigestion biliousness and headache. The remedy strengthens digestion tones the system and acts mildly and pleasantly. Sold by all dealers.
In New York on October 15 a historic Bronx mansion once used as Washingtons headquarters burned. Revolutionary artifacts including signatures of Washington, Alexander Hamilton and Lafayette were destroyed. Washingtons presidential coach, long kept in the stable, had been moved to Mount Vernon.
Francis X. Bushman and Marguerite Snow appear in The Silent Voice at the Elite today. Critics hail Bushman as delivering a supreme performance eclipsing past triumphs and praise the film as a meaningful, well produced drama showcasing transformation through selfless action.
The Engineering Society elected editors and a business manager for the Engineering Annual. St W Slade of Columbus is editor in chief with B P Cohen and Tidwell as assistants. R Y Binson of Stillmore Ga is business manager with Rhodes Sewell as assistant.
The passage describes a costume with a circular skirt and a smart coat. It notes glue whip cord and four yard fabric widths, pattern numbers No6056, sizes 14 to 20 years for both coat and skirt, and mentions prices in each part.
A testimonial from Summit West Virginia describes Cardui the Woman’s Relief as saving a young mother from despair and illness. The writer credits Cardui with restoring health after months of pain and weakness and urges suffering women to try the remedy through their local druggists.
A list of candidates announces runs for mayor and wards in Athens. Names include Youngkin Arnold Hill Dudley Jago Mathews Hodgson Davison Gordon Lumpkin Dunaway. The notices urge primary action and appeal to citizens for support, plus a brief ad for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for children.
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