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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1914
Page
1
Paris dispatch notes no change in the war situation. London press says heavier fighting on the Allies left but they are holding their own. Reports from Sept 25 and Sept 29 indicate no overall change in the front despite localized combat.
Paris reports the German right is being pursued by Allied forces as French lines extend east toward Peronne and Verdun. Australian troops sail to Europe and Japanese forces seize high ground around Tsing-Tau while German defenses near Antwerp face renewed bombardment.
London reports Field Marshal French cites vast territory as the reason for a protracted battle. Slow marching and maneuvering hinder front assaults while efforts focus on turning the German flank. Meagre Russian reports suggest calm as armies ready for upcoming offensives and defenses. Italy warns citizens abroad about neutrality violations and possible imprisonment. End of Europe could draw further conflict, observers say.
A nearby Henderson store faced real danger as a stubborn blaze broke out. Hard work by workers and neighbors kept the flames from spreading, saving the building and goods.
Last day for Athens post office patrons to pay box rent by midnight. Unpaid boxes will be closed and may be reassigned tomorrow morning to new owners. Capt. Rucker urges all holders to settle rents to avoid losing boxes for the next quarter.
Last night a massive eighteen inch watermain near the plant burst creating a lake as water flooded from the standpipe area. The break left the city dry for hours but supply was restored quickly after valves and pumps redirected flow back into town.
The Treasury Department deposited $13,029,745 in twenty three states for fall crop movement up to Sept 28 among depositories including Alabama 300000 Florida 81250 Georgia 368750 Mississippi 150000 North Carolina 456250 and others.
Fresh turnip salad string beans green butter beans fresh country eggs fresh lot fat fries few fat hens fine yam potatoes Virginia best Irish potatoes fresh lot canned berries fine select lemons best northern apples mountain cooking apples fresh lot picnic hams fresh canned okra and tomatoes fresh tender corn phone 1176 Clarke County Bank macommmodatse ermal harreivern.
An optimistic AP dispatch reports Secretary Bryan telling the president that prospects for permanent peace in Mexico are brighter than at any time since Madero's overthrow. The new revolution may be averted if Carranza resigns in Calderon's favor, according to Tehuacan sources.
The Classic today offers entertainment by star King Baggot in The Silent Valley and a Sterling Comedy The Broken Doll starring child actor Billie Jacobs. Also advertised are Sunshine Cakes and Sunshine brand snacks for 5 and 10 cents and Fears Grocery at 1 Rogers Avenue.
English officials express confidence the United States will use good offices to end the war under permanent peace. Wilson’s peace overtures reassure in Washington as Britain expects the US to arbitrate after exhaustion to prevent a recurrence of war. British officials wary of rejecting peace proposals while awaiting proper moment for US mediation.
Officials from Athens city and county issue a public warning to auto owners and drivers amid frequent accidents and fatalities. They note violations of operating laws on streets and roads, blaming carelessness and reckless conduct. Police ask citizens to cooperate in enforcing stricter state laws and local ordinances.
The president outlined work for Congress urging passage of a war revenue tax bill and the Clayton trust bill before adjournment, and seeking approval of the river and harbor bill already passed by the House. A three day recess was approved with possible adjournment by October 10 and a special session on November 11 to consider ship purpose legislation.
A rise of local organizer activity surrounds Athens cotton efforts as new members join the Athens Retail Merchants and Athens Cotton Association campaign. The executive committee meets at 5 pm at President Bondurant’s office to finalize plan details. membership includes Bondurant Booth Joel Wolver Smith and others as pressure grows to curb the 1915 cotton crop.
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