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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1916
Page
2
A compact note of Ella Wheeler Wilcox on how daily, quiet acts, such as smiling through hardship and continuing work, define character. The piece contrasts true faith with loud ritual and emphasizes steady virtue.
The article notes Rheims under bombardment with 1300 pupils daily, many classrooms in cellars and wine vaults, teachers showing grit to keep classes going two stories underground by candlelight. It mentions Athens celebrating the city schools thirtieth birthday with prize essays and lists local social happenings including a birthday party for Mary Starke Davison and various visits in Athens.
Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Eppes and children return to Annapolis after a visit with Mrs. Williford and Mr. and Mrs. Eppes. Mrs. S. V. Cook visits her daughter Mrs. John M. Green in Atlanta. Dr. B. S. Lyndon plans a Washington trip to see Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Burke. Mrs. G. T. Wingfield of Crawford shops in the city. Miss Gertrude Crawley of Madison was in town. Mrs. James C. Bloomfield returns from Berwick, Pennsylvania.
Judge and Mrs Moseley of Danielsville were in the city yesterday. Rev and Mrs Williams have returned to Sewanee after visiting Chancellor and Mrs Borrow. Mrs Marshall returned to Farmington after a short visit. Miss Janie Will Miller leaves today for Brunswick after visiting relatives. Mrs Turner of Jefferson visited yesterday. Mrs Howard Scott and children plan a Brunswick visit. Mrs Nix and Mrs Nix of Commerce were in Athens briefly. Mrs Nuttle of Philadelphia visits sister Mrs Dootson. Mr and Mrs Harry Johnson returned to Atlanta after visiting Claude Anderson. Edith Montgomery of Wilmington is guest of Nellie Phinizy.
A fashion note describes a dotted silk afternoon dress trimmed with black velvet at the hem and satin piping. Elbow sleeves use chiffon cloth with a flare collar. Model requires 5 yards 40 inch silk 1 yard 27 inch velvet and 12 yards 36 inch chiffon. Pictorial Review Waist No 6803 sizes 34 to 44 inches price 15c. Skirt No 6820 sizes 22 to 30 inches waist price 1c.
Several conversions marked this week at the Young Harris church during special services. New members will be received Sunday after Miss Wilks reads Bible passages at 4 pm and 8 pm. No services Saturday. final evangelistic service Sunday concludes the series.
A fragment from the Houston Post reflects on memory and the lasting lessons taught by mothers and fathers, noting how some truths endure even as others fade with time.
The Tabernacle Baptist Church has extended a call to Prof. T. A. Henry of Maysville Georgia to serve as pastor’s assistant. He will lead music and aid in Sunday school as a noted singing evangelist with the Baptist State Missions Board. A decision is expected soon with plans to move to Athens and work with Rev. E H Jennings.
The Ohio State Journal laments how many voters elevate the choice between two average candidates as if it determines history. The piece critiques the draining effect of partisan theatrics on public discourse and civic responsibility.
City and county crews accelerated paving on Milledge Avenue joining forces to speed completion before bad weather. Several carloads of cement arrived for Captain Barnett to push work, aiming to reach Woodlawn Avenue before cold weather halts construction.
A crisp ready to eat food described as mild sweet, distinctive and satisfying offering a quick meal option with appealing flavor.
In Douglass an unusual thief broke into a store and stole all the 1916 dog license tags. The loss risks dogs being detained by the dog catcher as the town confronts the odd crime and its potential fallout.
The manaca palm, widespread in Central American forests, shows a peculiar trembling of its leaves even when no wind is detectable. Scientists hypothesize tiny unseen air currents drive this highly sensitive response.
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