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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1920
Page
4
Address communications to The Athens Banner in Athens Georgia for remittance by express money order draft post office order or registered letter Members of The Associated Press receive exclusive republication rights for news dispatches and local news published herein All rights of republication of special Girypatches are reserved
A lengthy editorial criticizes potential rule-breaking by delegates allied with Senator Hoke Smith and Tom Watson. It urges adherence to the Democratic Executive Committee rules for presidential delegates, warns that overriding them could destroy the party, and calls for patriotic, principled action to defend state and national interests.
A Nebraska result indicates William Jennings Bryan will secure a delegate slot to the San Francisco convention. Bryan is portrayed as a forward thinker within his party, having advocated measures once deemed contentious.
The Nebraska duel between Bryan and Hitchcock shapes the Democratic platform for five years with Bryan drawing strong national appeal. The Banner notes Bryan’s broad influence and predicts a pivotal convention outcome while praising strong American values and leadership from both candidates.
A garbled list covers Alabama origins, state flower, distinctions between psychism and spirituality, needle production estimates, rights of man, vedette definition, King s English, Colfax beet sugar work, featherweight limit, and a claim that truth is the most lasting thing, followed by new questions about Connecticut history flora and figures, climate comparisons, and opera debuts.
A verse by D G Rickers opens with a prayer about morning light and renewal, seeking heavenly sustenance and resilience against doubt. The poem blends religious imagery with personal solace and inner strength. The piece emphasizes spiritual ascent and enduring love as the day begins. The second vignette titled The Winner presents a fable about admiration and merit, noting that true distinction comes when one surpasses others and is recognized.
A reflective piece contrasts money focus with spiritual worth from Isa 55 2 and quotes on money from Cyrus W Field and Charles Pratt. It includes verse by Frederick W Faber about Gods mercy and asks readers if they pursue false lures or choose what is worthwhile.
Plain cake mix with one egg, two layers, coffee cream filling, coffee icing. Then a health Q a medical and home care mix of old tips, with glove washing, circus embroidery by a mouth artist, Norma Talmadge photos and address, soldiers homes, phlegm gargle, and harvest wages. The piece blends cooking, nicked biographies, and practical advice.
A health talk urges keeping artful pictures on walls to improve taste and peace of mind. It argues wall coverings influence nerves more than tonics, praising simple, quality prints over cheap wallpaper. The piece warns against landlord driven decor and highlights the value of cherished artworks in homes.
The Junior Cabinet announces the initiation of twelve sophomores into the honorary club. New members named are Slack Nelson David Marks Carson Durden McRainey Brightwell Pittman Dort North Sanford and Mance. Prof Park joins as the faculty adviser for the coming year. Old members listed will oversee the initiation.
The Freshman Debate between Phi Kappa and Demosthenian societies on whether the United States should assume a protectorate over Mexico ended with a unanimous victory for Phi Kappa. Speakers included Le H. Hu Dixon Stokes for Phi Kappa and J. E. Denmark W. C. Kiecklighter R. C. Pittman for the Demosthenian. Judges were Prof. A. Edwards Col. M. G. Michael and Mr. H. T. Goodwyn.
Mrs Prank Crower of Pana Hl recalls severe winter illness that settled on her son Paul’s lungs and caused persistent coughing. After trying medicine with little improvement, a neighbor recommended Chamberlan’s Cough Remedy, and the first dose showed benefit leading to his eventual cure.
Two University of Georgia seniors receive the Sphinx honor as Charles Slack of Guineaville and John Slater of East Destaa are celebrated for campus leadership. Slack stands out in art and editorial roles while Slater led student government reforms and chaired the new council. The Sphinx aims to boost student government influence postwar.
An advertisement from Sweetwater Tennessee touts Cheney’s Expectorant as superior for olds and bronchial trouble. It claims relief for coughs, colds, whooping cough, croup, asthma, sore throat, and everyday colds, urging readers to try a bottle from their druggist.
A Battle Creek ad copy claims John 2 Baker and others suffered heartburn indigestion and constipation until Chamberlain’s Tablets eased their trouble. The notice urges readers troubled by indigestion or constipation to try the product and advertise local wants in the Banner.
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