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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1922
Page
4
Read a reader’s editorial urging every citizen to treat Athens as a shared home. The piece argues ownership implies obligation, calls for healthier living, tuberculosis prevention, and support for a county sanitarium and Christmas Seals drive to wipe out tuberculosis in Clarke County.
Athens gowned lawyer Hon Frank A Holden author of War Memories a 215 page WWI memoir draws praise for vivid, life like scenes from his service in the 82nd and 40th divisions. Holden who studied at the University of Georgia and played baseball recently resigned from American Legion leadership due to rules on holding salaried office. The review lauds the book as engaging vivid history aimed at readers and families.
A paraphrase highlights James Stalker urging religion be an experiential force for every person. It frames faith as inspiration and action rather than creed or insurance for the afterlife. The quote emphasizes practical, worldly application of belief.
The snippet describes a seven word square with mirrored rows and columns ending with the words problem and men nage, noting the evening message from Livonia. This reads as a curious puzzle fragment rather than a full article.
A brisk Braley poem extols laughter as tonic and life saver while a fashion blurb notes fur trim satin hats in vogue Brown satin shades pair with navy and black and a 70 000 seat horseshoe stadium is highlighted for big events
The reminiscences recount Athens of the antebellum era through the memory of Rev. W. O. Butler born 1847 on Clayton Street. He recalls the Thomas House, early schools, notable figures like Thomas Cobb, local militia before the Civil War, primitive rail and transport, Bear fights, the Jes House, Grady family, Capt. Dorsey, and local newspapers the Southern Watchman and Athens Banner.
Shoulder puffs appear on many new sleeves, sometimes forming the whole garment. In other cases a long tight sleeve extends far over the wrist, creating a layered effect. The trend showcases diverse silhouette choices among designers.
Victorian styles resurface in fashion with draperies featuring puffs over the hips and tied sashes in large paw-like shapes. Bishop sleeves are also being revived, signaling a period-inspired trend in contemporary wardrobes.
Sealed proposals will be received until noon for the construction of a school building for the City of Athens Georgia. Plans may be obtained by applying at the office in the City. Hinton Securities Co Life Insurance.
Senator Harris spoke at the State Normal School where about a thousand young women from across the state attended. President J M Pound was lauded for leading the institution, which ranks highly among southern normal colleges. The Clarke County fair was praised for success, with plans urged for a district fair next year and premiums to be sent to farmers by February.
The Drug Trade Board of Public Information in Italy issues a June bulletin to about 500 newspapers nationwide, appealing to curb the misuse of the word drug in stories about illegal use and sale.
A discussion argues that the word drug should not label narcotics alone. It asserts narcotics have legitimate medical use and strict regulation. The piece urges newspapers to avoid stigmatizing the entire pharmaceutical industry by overusing dope peddler language.
A scrambled text appears to quote editors and writers discussing narcotics terms and world events, mentioning renters, editorial writers, and state affairs. The fragmentary passage blends phrases about handling stories and truth with unclear references to individuals and places.
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