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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1914
Page
3
The notice proclaims confidence in postwar prosperity and government wisdom while advertising early fall fashion stock. It highlights ladies' pure white vests with taped shoulders at 5 cents, promising large stock and style offerings.
Silk hose described as genuine pure thread silk with a 50c value offered at 15c per pair in black and colors. Spool cotton best machine type black Ic. Safety pins motor plated 1 dozen for Ic. Dress pins needle point full count Ic. Finishing braid assorted colors Ic. Heavy nickel plated forks 1c. Coin purses leather Ic. Sea Island soft finish fabric yard 27-8c. Ladies shoes and low cuts up to 2.50 in gun metal vid patent and tans 25c per pair.
Athens offers first shipment of new fall suits with values up to 22.50 and prices as low as 12.85. Broadcloths unavailable due to war, large stock across two stores must move in ten days, with many items discounted below cost.
A large Fall millinery assortment arrives with many items priced for tomorrow’s sale. Black Silk Velvet Shapes attractively priced well below competition. Full room size Japanese Art Squares in flowered oriental designs valued at 6.00 are offered for 1.99 during the sale and will not be available after sale closes.
Fifty pieces of Oriental draperies in varied designs and colors offered for sale at 15 cents per yard. Choose from a selection of curtains with affordable pricing for today.
The Junior League Postseason Series opens with three games Monday through Wednesday. Captains Thornton and Woods pick two teams each comprising top and cellar players for a fun showcase. A league funding dispute may trim rosters if dues are not paid by Monday at ten.
J W Griffin says he was indicted only for technical banking law violations and bribe-related charges not embezzlement or forgery. He asks the Athens Georgia letter to correct a newspaper report he contends mischaracterized the grand jury’s actions.
The Banner publishes W. H. Shelton card asking Athenians to suspend judgment until all facts are known. He notes grand juries hear one side and urges consideration of the other, cites embarrassment and humility, and asks no sympathy beyond what is owed to a fellow mortal.
A Louisville Courier-Journal remark notes a philosopher’s claim that noble deeds outlive marble monuments while common experience shows a passerby forgotten courtesy as a woman takes a seat in a crowded car.
A commentator argues that true praise is scarce for those who succeed by turning another’s failure into their own triumph. The piece critiques envy and celebrates admirable resilience and achievement earned through persistence.
A passage argues animals should be isolated when ill to shield them from cruelty and violence. It stresses quiet safe quarters as essential to protect the ill creature from persecution and potential death.
A historical remark cites Cato on public interest in punishing an injury, reflecting society's fascination with justice and consequences rather than the victim's focus. The quote frames a broader debate on accountability and deterrence.
The Advocate argues the old Athens charter weakens voter power and contrasts it with the Dayton city manager plan. It questions whether the current system allows recall or effective control and endorses trial of the new charter for efficiency and centralized responsibility.
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