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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1914
Page
4
The Athens Banner describes rival war reports from Germany and the Allies, noting how false reports spread widely. It compares the conflicting accounts to blind men describing an elephant. The piece reflects wartime information uncertainty and public curiosity.
The American Coal Products Company based in Athens funds twenty eight winter scholarships for Georgia Alabama and South Carolina agricultural colleges as prizes in boys' corn club district contests. Winners may take scholarships or receive Arcadian sulphate of ammonia valued at thirty five dollars if ineligible.
A national farm publication argues Washington has become the world capital amid World War I. It notes Bryan and Wilson as diplomatic hubs, with American officials handling belligerent interests and neutral mediation through neutral powers.
The chief speaker at a recent Masons convention recited anonymous verses, printed here as a peroration. The pieces urge weaving life’s burdens into gold through patience, hope, and righteous action, concluding with a moral about ambition and sacrifice.
A fragment describes a ram caught by its horns in brambles. Sol offers the ram in exchange. The ram’s aim is stated as selfishness.
A series of reports from Georgia counties details Democratic efforts to identify voters who bolted primaries. Fulton County seeks information to enforce the state executive rule barring bolters from future Democratic primaries. Other counties follow suit as Progressive challengers contest the U.S. Senate race and seek party realignment.
Robert F. Maddox of the American National Bank says partial sales at current prices would drive payments through the banking system, aid country banks and the public, and help farmers holding debt. Reports from Georgia mass meetings show mixed views on crop restrictions and legislative action. Atlanta considers a $5 million bond issue for permanent city improvements to fund schools sewers hospitals and streets, while easing unemployment.
An advertisement extols Hyomei as a fast acting remedy for head colds and catarrh. It claims immediate relief from blocked nostrils, headaches, and throat irritation, with the inhaler delivering treatment directly to nasal and throat tissues. Availability is noted at H. R. Palmer & Sons as a low cost option.
A testimonial style ad promoting Dr King’s New Discovery as relief for colds and coughs. It highlights quick relief, suitability for families including children, and a 50 cent bottle with a money back satisfaction note. It cites a testimonial from Lewis Chamberlain of Manchester Ohio.
Yesterday was return day for the November term of the city court of Athens. There was less business on file than in several past courts. November is to be a courting month with the regular term to convene on the 3rd Monday and Clarke superior court adjourned term beginning the 5th Monday the 30th.
An old advertisement claims Dr James Headache Powder relieves dull throbbing or neuralgia headaches within moments. It urges readers to send someone to the drug store for a dime package, promising sure relief and no disappointment.
The article notes Mr Ed H Dorsey is ill at his home today. It mentions many friends will regret his illness and hopes he recovers quickly, with an expectation of being out again in a day or two.
An advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment for lumbago back pain, rheumatism, and muscle soreness. It claims rapid penetration of sore muscles, improved mobility, and near instant comfort, with a 25 cent bottle available from any druggist and a money back guarantee.
President Harrison of the Southern Railway Company says European governments buying many U S horses for war will raise prices and boost demand for draft animals. He urges Southern farmers to raise their own horses and mules to avoid reliance on Western supplies.
Local notices announce candidates for Alderman from First through Fourth wards with pledges to run in the Democratic primary. Names listed include R T Wright H R Palmer J Z Hoke R C Arnold J A Pitner and J F Tibbetts with standard primary caveats.
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