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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1915
Page
2
The Athens Weekly Banner outlines subscription rates and advance payments for Clarke County residents. The paper proclaims Athens intent to join the Dixie Highway and notes local cleanliness efforts and moral debates around Billy Sunday's influence, mentioning a convert named Flood.
The former boxing champion faces a downfall as exile follows his long reign. The public acts reflect a life centered on fighting, now shadowed by alleged crimes tied to the brutal sport.
Exports of American cheese rise as shipments to foreign markets surge. For the half year ending December totals exceed two and a half million pounds, January 1915 adds eight million pounds, and February about seven and a half million, yielding roughly thirteen million pounds for eight months, the highest since 1907.
A dated bulletin describes a fly trap built from a 4 by 2 by 1% foot box with eighteen mesh wire sides and wooden ends. Holes in the bottom connect to three cones, baited with sugar molasses or cheese to lure flies into the cones and trap them near doors or windows.
A fragment notes that cold weather last July, resembling British March weather, killed the housefly and reduced cases of infantile diarrhea. It states fly poisoning of the tongue and another plague related to flies have been rare, reflecting unusual seasonal impact.
A brief note reflects on hearth warmth as the friendly touch of another hand. It underscores care and domestic comfort in everyday life.
The article argues prohibition is spreading worldwide and in the United States. It notes European nations enacting ban measures, including Russia, Germany, France, and Britain, driven partly by war. It credits U S officials, including the Secretary of State and Navy, for promoting temperance and restricting alcohol use in government services.
A Washington special notes Republicans have started their presidential push with extensive gumshoe work across states. Favorite sons may trade delegations at the convention with Fairbanks as a key entrant aided by Dawes and Central Trust, while Indiana’s delegation faces Jim Watson. Theodore Burton of Ohio announces his candidacy, planning abroad travel to reach a psychological moment as Ohio factions back Willis, Herrick, or Foraker.
Athens Chamber of Commerce urges Athens inclusion in the Dixie Highway from Chicago to Miami. advocates that a route via Athens offers long stretches of good roads and regional cooperation by county officials. officials say the shortest path may not be best and urge citizen support to secure the highway.
The article notes improving business across the nation per government department reports and trade reviews. It describes postwar readjustment, reduced scare, and renewed U S resources in agriculture, industry, finance, and development. It emphasizes safety improvements, optimism in factories, farms, banks, railroads, and overall economic vitality.
The nation remains neutral as Washington maintains strict neutrality in Europe conflict, resisting pressures from all sides. The Buffalo Times cited the administration’s clear, fair communications as strengthening public confidence in its prudence and tact.
The State Department argues that granting Allies an embargo on all trade between Germany and neutral nations would force neutrals into an unneutral stance. The note lauds the President and Secretary of State for a masterful neutrality doctrine presentation to Great Britain.
Prof Alfred Akerman, former head of forestry at State College of Agriculture, publishes a Farm Forestry textbook. It uses Georgia’s farm woodlands as a basis to spur farmer interest in forest preservation and conservation. Aimed at agricultural schools and forestry colleges, it could benefit adult farmers who want a concise guide to state forestry issues.
Georgia plans a statewide drive against the great white plague inviting every town over 4200 population to join. The Raoul Foundation funds and guides the effort with James P. Faulkner heading the campaign. Local committees, nurse support, clinics, and self supporting offices will spread prevention through community drives and subscriptions.
The Water Supply and Sewerage Conference in Georgia will discuss closer state oversight of water supply and sewage pollution. A proposed board of supervision could prevent disputes between towns sharing streams and improve public safety before and after plant installations.
The article argues newspapers influence farming discussions yet farmers must weigh fertilizer use against crop profit. It notes reduced fertilizer purchases this year due to economy, urges applying fertilizers where yields exceed costs, and warns against economy that lowers per acre profits or raises production costs, emphasizing prudent, profitable soil management.
Historic farming guidance argues that lowering cotton acreage is the path to profit, not reducing yield per acre which has fallen to as low as 14 units. It notes price declines for cotton outpace fertilizer costs and emphasizes choosing fertilizer types and amounts based on individual farm economics to maximize profit.
The Banner reports the biennial Head Camp meeting of Woodmen of the World in Georgia, with eight to nine hundred delegates plus Woodman Circle members and Uniformed Bank regiments. The event features a large street parade and torch-light procession, drawing visitors from across the state and surrounding towns amid festive decoration and welcome.
The 1915 Manufactures' Record cover notes eleven Southern States rebuilt from ruin in 1865 to exceed national production half a century earlier. It cites capital, spindles, looms, cotton output, pig iron, lumber, agriculture value, minerals, phosphate rock, bauxite, coal, iron, port exports, population rise, railroad expansion, and banking growth.
A local youth known for getting into trouble wished to be a postage stamp, saying stamps can only be licked. We noted the stamp would also suffer a punch in the face, reflecting the rough realities he faces.
A private letter reveals a confession praising daily truth and kindness as ideals. The writer laments failing to meet these aims while praising a faithful friend to those better off and less connected in society’s center.
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