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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1915
Page
4
A column notes Athens visitors tomorrow, Kitchener's drive on the Germans, rising cotton prices, and local optimism. It mentions boll weevil battles, Bryan’s Europe trip aims, Edison and Ford on submarines, and Dumba recall. The piece praises the Athens Chamber and warns against war trophy displays on the border.
German warships bombarded Japanese position before Kiauchau. French troops recovered lost ground near St Mihiel driving Germans east of the Meuse. Germans outfought in East Prussian zone. Servians and Montenegrins attacked Sarajevo. Italy protested Austrian submarine mines in the Adriatic.
The article argues the Allied offensive in France will not end the war soon. It notes Germany could shift troops to the western front and Russian forces may advance westward. It asserts all nations are committed and financing the war is not a limiting factor, predicting a prolonged, costly conflict.
Citizens urged to decorate and host visitors as Athens prepares a major gala event tomorrow. Merchants pledge festive display in the business district, with the Chamber of Commerce credited for organizing a welcoming, profitable celebration.
Athens institutions report record attendance as Lucy Cobb Institute and the State Normal School fill to capacity and the University of Georgia surpasses last year’s registration. The piece urges the legislature to provide liberal appropriations to relieve funding strains across state colleges and universities.
A short verse urges daily honesty and kindness as a personal vow. The speaker promises to live by the lesson and share it with his brother, suggesting mutual growth through truth and integrity.
An eastern university conducts a scientific study on the film form of entertainment. Researchers visit studios to learn what type of pictures the public prefers and to estimate demand for sensational versus high quality photoplays, signaling broader recognition of film influence.
The piece notes widespread use of forces and funds by municipal, state, and national agencies to promote public health. It cites educational efforts in print and other media, including novels and sermons, and highlights the medical profession’s strong role, while questioning the methods of such propaganda.
The Industrial Index reports cotton as the South’s money crop. factory wages and dividends flow year round while cotton profits surge. A Savannah firm opens a Wall Street office to price South produced wartime supplies at 12 million dollars. Counties and a city approve 1 745 million in bonds for Georgia and Florida projects including Mobile waterfront work and a Macon viaduct for a planned million-dollar railway terminal. nineteen new companies form with 417 100 in minimum capital.
Banner's Special Correspondence reports state presidents of Epworth League from across the south will meet in Atlanta October 9 at First Methodist church. Plans will be laid to attract the next International Epworth League convention, typically drawing about 4,000 delegates worldwide, with representation expected from every southern state.
A newspaper column promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar as a quick lung remedy and extols a health movement focused on love of health and bodily endurance. It lauds Life Extension Institute guides while warning against fear of illness and stresses openness to modern medicine.
Virginia announces a 24 game schedule with sixteen home games and eight on the road. Notable opponents include Swarthmore Amherst Carolina Cornell Harvard Princeton Yale Holy Cross Trinity Georgia Williams and Michigan with several tentative dates.
Georgia star Bob McWhorter, now at the University of Virginia, has been named coach of Jefferson school's football team. He is expected to field a formidable eleven as the season begins.
Federal government to investigate the sudden gasoline price jump in the south after Commissioner James D. Price found large regional differences not explained by freight costs. Atlanta reports officials believe a broader inquiry is needed beyond state bounds.
Atlanta leaders predict the upcoming primary election will be a pivotal battle with strong opposition to Woodward candidates in several wards. The vote is seen as a major indicator for the recall movement targeting Mayor Woodward and six city officials.
Mrs Chas Peck of Gates New York reports relief from biliousness and constipation after using Chamberlains Tablets. The ad claims the product cures these conditions and is available from all dealers at little expense.
A three and a half ton bronze statue in France was moved on a motor truck because it could not be handled by rail or canal. The journey highlights early uses of motorized transport for heavy sculpture delivery.
A narrator asks his father for a loan of $50, preferring to owe the debt to a parent rather than to a stranger. The dialogue frames family trust and financial need in a concise domestic moment.
Atlanta September 29 a state dispensary system for Georgia modeled on South Carolina is proposed for the extra session to replace prohibition bills. A four pronged plan includes option by the state, local option by counties, a state dispensary system and county dispensaries in counties that vote for sale of liquor. The measure was drawn by Representative John W Bale of Floyd.
Atlanta reports a city budget shortfall of 170000 for the coming year the largest in its history. Officials say reforms include reducing the school education appropriation and restoring some funds to the treasury. Also an advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a customer endorsement.
A compiled notice listing various lodges in Athens including Greenn Lodge No. 75 I O O F and Athens B P O E No 790 meeting weekly at specified halls. It includes Keystone Chapter Royal Arch Masons and Mt Vernon Lodge F and A M with meeting nights and locations, inviting all brethren and visiting members.
Multiple candidates declare for mayor and ward alderman seats in Athens subject to Democratic primaries. Names include ER H Youngkin ROBERT O ARNOLD K A HILL A G Dudley T EB Jago HAROLD T TUCK VINCENT MATHEWS ALBERT E DAVISON HUGH H GORDON and B Dunaway. Statements pledge duty and request citizen support.
An ad praises Dr Bell's Pine-Tar-Honey as a near remedies for colds, claiming it clears throats and relieves stuffed sensations. It says pines have long helped men fight colds and notes pine honey is especially effective for children's colds, urging early use to prevent complications.
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