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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1920
Page
4
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The piece surveys partisan forecasts after Tom Watson’s U S Senate win, noting Republican predictions of a Georgia shift to the party and contrasting outsider views with local sentiment. It argues that Georgia remains Democratic despite close county results and flags Hardwick versus Walker as the next gubernatorial choice, tied to views on the League of Nations and Wilson.
The article urges citizens to contribute to the National Democratic Committee in support of Cox and Roosevelt, stressing large funds are needed to fund literature and speakers. It compares Democratic finances to the Republican treasury and calls Athens and Clarke County to lead locally with liberal voluntary subscriptions.
The message reports widespread suffering in Italy after recent earthquakes. Thousands are affected with many left starving, while others endure ongoing hardship and need assistance.
A local appeal calls for donations to aid Italy after a devastating earthquake. Nearly two thousand deaths and thousands left homeless and hungry prompt women, children, and men to seek relief. Funds will go to the Red Cross for proper distribution and feeding the starving.
The South's stake in Democratic success is vital due to the Fourteenth Amendment and possible reapportionment. Congress may reduce southern representation if black citizens are disenfranchised, a risk intensified by woman suffrage. Southern Democrats are urged to fund the campaign for influence against Republican measures.
Fragmentary text hints at a sign above a door symbolizing business identity. References to Ray Thorp, D. G. B, and spiritual notes blend in a cryptic notice. The passage mentions a Banner Office seeking workers and suggests a cultural or religious motif.
The sermon argues that God's saving power respects human freedom exercised through love. It describes the soul’s surrender to Christ as a voluntary union rather than coercive divinity, and envisions a future when humanity becomes one in Christ and God is all. Kilpatrick notes the soul as a channel for God's saving purpose among people.
The excerpt shows a Q A style page with library book market inquiry to Central Book Co New York hair lightening remedies eyelid aging tips and cosmetic mixtures. It also mentions relationship advice about an engaged man and tomato preservation method for winter salads.
New York and New Orleans cotton prices show steady to firm levels with spot readings across several cities. The notice includes three candidate cards for alderman posts in the Democratic primary, from Hill McCall Dunbar and Thornton.
A mixed list of trivia items and short notes covers topics from eggshells to air bladders. It includes definitions on the harpsichord and vocational guidance, plus a set of new questions about colonies, lamps, and the Panama Canal.
Miss Sarahi Spratling RN, 23, daughter of Mr and Mrs Pope Sprat ling near Hull, died yesterday morning after a two week illness. She is survived by her parents and five brothers. Mineral services at M Grove Baptist Church at 10 o'clock today, with interment at Cofles graveyard. Rev Esco Rogan and Rev Wil Cot to officiate.
John R Parsons prominent Oconee County resident dies suddenly at 8 30 last night at age 63 Survived by widow three sons C B Parsons William and W L Parsons all of Oconee County and Mrs J C Biggs of Crawford Funeral services held at Union Church Oconee County with pastor officiating and interment in churchyard Parsons was active in Athens life and belonged to Williams Post I O F in the city
Jacob Peterson aged 79 native of Denmark died afternoon at his Jackson County home on Jefferson road after a three week illness. He had lived in the county forty years and was a prosperous farmer who retired years ago. Surviving are his widow four daughters and five sons. Funeral services will be at 11 o clock this morning at Prospect Church with Rev Fox officiating. Interment will follow in the church yard.
Mt Vertion Lodge No 22 F and A M holds regular meetings each month on Thursday night at the Masonic Hall third floor Max Joseph building Clayton. W M TNO Quinn Sec.
The International Sporting Club announced plans for a boxing bout between Georges Carpentier and Battling Levinsky to be held in New York. Details include date in October and venue at a baseball park, with formal announcements forthcoming tonight.
President Batts Johnson of the American League denied statements that the White Sox feared winning the 1920 pennant because a gambling syndicate allegedly had influence over certain players. He said gamblers did not compel team outcomes or threaten players.
A dated page lists lodge events and attendance notes for Minor Encampment No 14 10 and Elmo Lodge Knights of Pythias media weekly meetings at local halls. It also mentions Classic City Camp 292 W O W meets Wednesdays and urges Sovereigns to attend. An advisory promotes Chamberlain tablets for bowels.
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