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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1916

Page

13

World after the great war's over

Chicago reporters note Elihu Root warns that postwar Europe will see intense production and competitive power. He urges legal reform, better bar training, lower costs, stricter admission, and a public service view of justice. He cites the need for Americans to prepare for global competition and higher efficiency.

Associated Press Chicago Elihu Root American Bar Association Serbia Mr. Root United States Root

Let Every Man Have His Chance in Law Education

The passage argues for broadening access to law by reducing bar admission requirements, citing Massachusetts two-year evening law programs and correspondence schools. It condemns undertrained lawyers who waste public resources, urging healthier professional training and a stronger professional spirit.

Massachusetts

Southern Pays Out Millions Every Month

Special to the Banner Washington September. During July 1916 the Southern Railway Company disbursed 4 629 628 for labor material and other purposes of which 3 967 753 or 85 70 percent was paid to individuals and industries located in the South. The company spent 985 242 38 for roadway and structures improvements in July 1916 compared with 470 501 97 in July 1915 and 291 692 62 in July 1914.

Washington Southern Railway Company South A. H. Plant

Praise for Soldiers of Civil War at golden anniversary

Kansas City September 2 praise for Civil War soldiers return to peace at the end of conflict. Capt. E. R. Monfort urges wise counsels, fraternity, charity, loyalty as the G A R marks its fiftieth year. He honors their sacrifices that preserved a united nation and expanded freedom. Memorial Day serves as the patriotic pinnacle of their legacy.

Associated Press Kansas City E. R. Monfort Capt .Monfort

Labor Day Observed: Banks and Post Office Closed Citywide

Tomorrow marks Labor Day nationwide with federal and local offices closed. The cotton markets and exchanges shut, post office hours altered to one morning city delivery, offices open 12 to 1, no rural free delivery on Monday.

United States

Gwinnett Superior Court Convening Next Week in Lawrenceville

The Gwinnett superior court will convene tomorrow morning in Lawrenceville with Judge Brand presiding. Solicitor General Gamble, seeking re election, will be occupied with court duties as the term opens. Several civil and criminal cases are scheduled to be tried.

Gwinnett Superior Court Lawrenceville Brand Athens Gamble

Dr Bell Pine Tar Honey Remedy for Coughs

A promotional notice extols Dr Bell Pine Tar Honey as a cough and cold remedy for summer ailments. It claimsfast relief from irritation and coughing with a 25 cent bottle, then shifts to a patriotic memorial scene noting druggists and annual gatherings at sacred mounds.

Dr. Bell

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