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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1915
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner outlines subscription rates and delivery notes, urges prompt business office communication for issues, and warns carriers about taking and misdelivering papers. It also includes editorials on labor day, fall merchants, wartime sentiment, and a World War I summary with frontline updates and troop movements.
The article argues for raising the Western circuit judge salary from three thousand to five thousand dollars per year. It cites heavy travel, numerous sessions across seven counties including Clarke, and extensive chamber work as justification. Judge Charles H. Brand is praised for efficiency and savings, supporting the demand as equitable and earned.
The piece argues against rushing to war with Mexican factions amid border guerrilla warfare. It notes American troops have killed and suffered slight losses but urges patience. It supports peaceful settlement efforts with South American republics and warns intervention could cost many lives and money.
Meriwether Liston Lewis recounts ancient British banners with animals and birds, from bear and boar to raven and eagle, through Roman conquest and medieval unions. It notes the Union Jack 1606 decree, Patrick cross addition in 1801, and contrasts with France where the St Martin banner preceded the tricolor, detailing symbolism and early lilies on blue.
A poetic critique follows a candidate’s weary campaign journey from cautious deliberation to exasperation. The speaker lampoons debates, reform talk, and reform promises, concluding with defeat as opponents mock and the candidate curses the fate.
The article cautions the public amid rumors that a German submarine attacked a liner with American passengers. It notes darkness made it hard to identify damage, says no lives were lost, and urges awaiting definite facts before judging whether Germany violated its pledge.
The article argues for large scale military instruction in Land Grant colleges created under the Morrill Act of 1862. It notes 52 state institutions plus 16 southern schools for Black students, with annual federal support and mandatory military training. It suggests War Department leadership and figures on student numbers to broaden national defense education.
The fall term of Gwinnett Superior Court opened yesterday in Lawrenceville with Judge Brand presiding and Solicitor General Gamble in place. The county holds one of four annual terms in the circuit, marking a routine start to the court’s business.
Mrs. Conner Bullock, 28, died suddenly Saturday night at 171 Park Avenue. She went to the door to admit her delayed husband and was stricken with apoplexy. Funeral at 4 pm yesterday from Second Baptist Church with Rev. Willie Saye and Rev. E. W. Jones. burial at Oconee Cemetery. She leaves husband, three children, mother Mrs. Julia Wright, two sisters, four brothers, and was a member of Second Baptist.
The sheriff will offer property for cash sale before the courthouse door as advertised on this First Tuesday. Administrators and guardians may have property for sale, though such sales are negligible in Clarke county. The Board of County Commissioners will meet in Clerk Tate Wrights office to consider matters including the possible yearly tax rate. The county school board will not meet today unless business requires action.
Sir William Osler notes healing in pulmonary tuberculosis requires scar tissue and calcified areas. promotes Eckman’s Alterative as a Lime salt containing remedy. Claims many cases show complete yield and urges trial, noting no opiates or narcotics. Endorsed by physicians, available via Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia. State Normal School enrollment expected to be overwhelming.
St James News editor St R R Wentworth commends Foley’s Honey and Tar for a severe lung cold that eased pneumonia fears. Slogan notes thousands with hay fever and asthma praise the remedy as healing and soothing. Normal School girls visit campus today and will stay for several days as opening week continues.
Miss Clara A. Driggs of Elba New York endorses Chamberlain's Tablets as a quick relief for headaches dizziness and torpid liver and digestive disturbances. The ad states the product is worth its weight in gold and notes it is for sale by all dealers.
H P Hinton announces candidacy for re election to the city council as alderman from the Third ward, subject to the primary in the fall.
A reader profile extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy for prompt relief during colds. The ad notes it is sold by dealers and highlights its claim of effectiveness, urging trial for personal proof. Local lodge notices and meeting details fill the surrounding column.
The piece notes Americans’ curiosity, constantly seeking others' business and devouring news and ads. It describes newspapers as a common denominator in education and a staple for keeping readers informed and up to date.
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