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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1918

Page

1

Lessons From The S A T C Training For Officers

Jon Stewart argues in The High School Quarterly that a national program to train 160000 officers via college facilities hinges on high school graduation, physical exams, and disciplined youth education. He cites tax-supported high schools, state provision, and public insistence on equal schooling to prepare sons and daughters for life’s duties.

United States America M Fithonsands Ond Jon Stewart High School Quarterly

We Meeting Postponed At Baptist Church Session

The Tree monthly meeting of the art group at the Baptist church is postponed. Attendees were to meet tomorrow Monday but the event is delayed for one week.

the Tree Tie Ah Artie Firat

Why It Costs America More to Be at War

Washington reports that the American war effort costs more than those of co-belligerents due to the higher living standards American soldiers demand. The piece details food, clothing, shoes, blankets, and equipment costs, plus subsidies and pay, noting that overall costs abroad far exceed domestic figures. It argues the American soldier benefits from a higher standard of living at home, driving up the war bill.

Washington United States Napolton Long Hill Hina Canada America

Weather Summary for Atlanta and Vicinity October 19 1918

Atlantic weather bulletin reports a southern storm over Louisiana and a northern high over the midwest and New England. Rains spread north from the cotton belts into the Missouri valley. temperatures fall in the northeast but no extreme cold. Sunday expected fair with cool northeast winds. weekly forecast predicts fair to warm in the central states and cooler ends of the week with local rains midweek. Mrs. W L Hancock's friends learn she is improving from illness.

Atlanta Athens Vicinity Georgia Louisiana Middle New England Texas Missouri Valley Washington South Atlantic Gulf States West Gulf States Ohio Valley Tennessee Upper Mississippi

Sterilize Nose and Throat With Eucapine Salve Ad

An old advertisement touts Eucapine Salve as a non poisonous antiseptic for sterilizing the nose and throat to prevent influenza. It claims Oleum Eucalypti is the chief ingredient and promotes use from infancy to old age with camphor menthol and pine oil for soothing and healing effects.

London

Public urged to watch for foot and mouth disease

Washington officials veterinarians and stock owners must report any potential cases of foot and mouth disease. Dr J R Mohier of the Bureau of Animal Industry warned of England’s outbreak and stressed early detection and rapid elimination to prevent reintroduction or establishment in the United States.

Washington, D. C J. R. Mohier Bureau of Animal Industry U. S Department of Agriculture United States England Europe

Paul H Smith Announces Candidacy for Third Ward Alderman

Paul H. Smith declares for the office of alderman from the Third ward. Since the announcement he has drawn strong support from residents of his ward and many others citywide, praised for qualifications and fitness to serve the entire city. The selection of Mr. Smith promises a dedicated official who will perform duties for the best interests of all classes and the city.

Paul H.smith Ealdirman Smith Athens

Fifty Thousand Dollar Bond Sale in Barrow

In Winder Georgia on October 19 a rain soaked crowd gathered for a Liberty Loan drive led by Prof. Sanford of Athens. Over $50,000 was subscribed as Walter L. Jackson voiced confidence Barrow would go over the top and reach 100 percent when the drive ends. Cain's district led the county, with House's second.

Winder Sanford Athens Walter L. Jackson Barrow Cain House

Pape's Cold Compound Promises Quick Relief

An advertising block touts Pape's Cold Compound as a fast cure for cold symptoms. It claims dose every two hours, two to three times, opening clogged nostrils, stopping discharge, easing headache feverishness and sore throat, and costing only a few cents at drug stores. It urges not to substitute and notes pleasant taste and no inconvenience.

Pape Papa

Swiss trade mark rules curb German tied firms in Switzerland

Washington reports that Swiss chambers adopt regulations on a new national export trade mark. Use of the mark is limited to firms two thirds Swiss capital and goods actually made in Switzerland. Officials warn that German capital may still dominate seemingly neutral Swiss operations and urge Swiss manufacturers to report abuses.

Washington Switzerland Geneva Chamber of Commerce Allvises

Minister Thankful Praises Mayr Remedy for Stomach Ailments

A minister attributes twenty years of stomach trouble and constipation to Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy. He says a visiting woman sent a bottle that proved effective, claiming the preparation clears mucus, reduces intestinal inflammation, and relieves ailments from stomach to appendix. One dose convinces, money back. H. R. Palmer & B.

Mayr H. R. Palmer

Advertise Your Wants In The Banner At Mrs Steadman’s Home

Mrs W B Steadman invites readers to place classified notices in The Banner from her city home. The short notice signals local readers to advertise sales services and needs through the newspaper’s classified section.

Advertice

Mangleburg Widow Dies After Prolonged Illness in Birmingham

James C. Morris of Birmingham writes a memorial for Mrs. F. M. Mangleburg, widow of Francie M. Mangleburg, who died in a private Birmingham hospital of acute Brights disease in September. He portrays her as vigorous, cheerful, deeply devout, and well versed in religious knowledge. He recalls their conversations on higher matters and notes her faith, hope, and the sense she found in God’s will. He expresses sorrow for her husband and young Athens circle, and urges others to remember God’s presence in loss. He signs from Birmingham, Ala.

F. M. Mangleburg Francie’ M. Mangleburg Birmingham Ann Bright Virginian Jesus Athens James C. Morris Ala

Clarke Leads War Savings Stamp Sales in Georgia

Clarke County tops the state in War Savings and Thrift Stamp sales up to September 30 as reported by State Director Hugh Richardson. Clarke’s annual quota is 546,680 dollars while 239,160 dollars worth of stamps have been sold so far. per capita is 8.75 dollars and 34,426 dollars in stamps were sold in the month. Chairman Hugh H. Gordon praises the county’s efforts and notes the quota remains unmet for the year.

Clarke Georgia Hugh Richardson Clarke County Hugh H. Gordon

Mr RT Dottery Enters Ward One Alderman Race

Mr RT Dottery, a well known citizen, has entered the race for alderman from the First ward. He has strong encouragement from ward residents and is not expected to face opposition. His wide acquaintance and friends pledge active support. He is described as an able and efficient representative who will devote effort to city and ward welfare.

R.T. Dottery

G. M. C. Beats Tech High 67 to 0 in Georgia Grid Clash

Georgia Military College routed Tech High School Atlanta 67 to 0 in Miledgeville. Standout Tech players included Captain Bennet Cole and Malone. G M C keys players Sinclair Simmerwitz East Berlin Neville Bennett and Captain Rawson scored from tough angles as they prepare to face Riverside at Athens on November 2 with Clem ents as referee and Strother as umpire.

Miledgeville Georgia Military College Tech High School Atlanta Bennet Cole Malone Tech High Sinclair Simmerwitz East Berlin Neville Bennett Rawson G. M.C Riverside Athens Clements Strother

When the Light Goes Out and Prayer for Armies

The narrator recalls the first and subsequent outages of lights and reflects on prayer. They describe thinking of the Light of the World, praying that light and freedom endure, and that armies fighting for God’s children succeed. They fear a return to savage, inhuman practices if the light vanishes.

Chinese Coolies Working in France in Allied Force

London reports 50 000 Chinese laborers employed behind French fighting lines for road and railway work. China joined WWI a year earlier but their troops are not sent to combat. Pay runs from 13.50 to 27 dollars monthly with embarkation bonus of 260, injury payoff 76, and death benefit 160 to next of kin.

London France China Powra

Special Notice City Taxes Due Window Narrowed

The third and final installment of city taxes is due from October 16 to November 1. Tax payers who fail to pay by November 1 will incur a 1.60 fee on file, charged against all delinquents. G. E. O'Farrell, City Marshal.

G. E. O'Farrell

Candidacy Announcements for Ward Alderman Seats

R T Dottery announces for alderman from the First ward subject to the Democratic primary. Paul H Smpy or Smpy announces for alderman from the Third ward also subject to the primary.

Protest Against Cruelty Charges

Amsterdam reports German reply to President Wilson protests cruelty accusations and calls for an investigation. The reply defends U boat warfare as a reprisal for enemy starvation blockade.

Amsterdam Thut Berlin Wilson

Billie Hooper Improves After Illness in Plattsburg

Friends of Billie Hooper and his parents Prof and Mrs W D Hooper in Plattsburg are advised by reports from his bedside that he has shown improvement after several days of illness. The Hoopers are with him at his bedside as he recovers at the training camp.

Billie Hooper Platieburg W.D. Hooper Payroyas Aes Plattabarg Bin

Also Mentioned on This Page

Sloan‘ Linimend Gloan W.L. Hancock Mar Paul H. Smith S. V. Sanford Grippe Minister Thankful Syru Frank Revson I War Savings Stamp Sales RT. Dottery First Ward R. T. Dottery Weer Ree Paul H. Smjpy Frank M. Inman McDoo Hon Willteap, Jr Italy American Red Cross
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