Christmas and political notes from The Athens Weekly Banner
The Athens Weekly Banner in Clarke County discusses subscription pricing and advance payments, Christmas cost concerns, Uncle Remus Day observations, and political notes including Jim Smith’s case in New Orleans. It highlights progressive farming clubs, the voluntary military system, and a push for vocational education, with a call to Congress for early enactment.
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Jim Smith
New Orleans
Georgia
Washington City
State's Atlanta Property Sparks Competing Plans
The article discusses the state's Atlanta depot area as a sought after asset with proposals to build an overhead plaza in the city center or cover tracks to erect rented commercial spaces. Public interest centers on proper treatment of the Western and Atlantic road, with growing sentiment against selling the line.
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Atlanta
Economizing on Paper Use Across the Nation
A strong call to curb paper waste due to rising demand and high prices. The piece notes extensive waste in wrapping, printing, and government publications, urging nationwide, general adoption of thrift to keep supplies ample and prices reasonable. It stresses paper as a broad daily necessity and urges broad reform.
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United States
Christmas boxes sent to Georgia soldiers at front and border
Christmas time brings thoughts of soldiers far from home and many Georgia families plan to send gift boxes to troops overseas and on patrol in Mexico and along the border. Home folks intend to ship thousands of mementos to hearten the boys this holiday season.
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Europe
Fighting Sons of
Bors
Mexico
Georgia
Tribute to Burleson as Postmaster General
A salute to Postmaster General Burleson praising four years of strong administration. The surplus exceeded five million dollars this year and twelve million dollars over three years, while service quality improved. The piece notes possible future government ownership of telephone and telegraph lines amid Democratic policy shifts.
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United States
Burleson
Congress
Democratic Party
Diplomatic Strain Grows Over Germany Submarine Actions
President Wilson faces mounting friction with Germany over submarine warfare and the Arabia sinking claim. Belgians deportation protests strain ties as hopes rise for peaceful settlement, but a rupture between the United States and Germany seems increasingly plausible amid disputes over humane warfare rules.
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Wilson
Germany
Arabia
United States
Compulsory Military Training Ahead for the Nation
The article argues compulsory military training will come soon, noting past experiences with the national guard show delays. It emphasizes the need for a ready and numbered pool of service members and hints at the challenges in mobilizing quickly.
Compulsory military service urged as nations seek ready army
The article notes that voluntary enlistment is insufficient and proposes a one year compulsory training for all citizens to build a ready army. It acknowledges strong opposition to conscription in the country but argues action will be required as global conflicts persist.
Death of Honorable Samuel J Tribble Congressman
The death of Hon Samuel J Tribble congressman from Georgia's Eighth district brings sorrow to friends across the district state and nation. He emerged from University of Georgia as a student and rose through roles as city court solicitor Athens solicitor general Western Circuit and finally congressman. His six years in Congress were marked by faithful service and a large majority in reelection. He protected Southern traditions and spoke for democracy, leaving the state with a faithful conscientious servant.
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Samuel J. Tribble
Eighth Congressional District
Georgia
University of Georgia
Athens
Congress
Eighth
Doubtful Merit in Plan to Prohibit Cotton Planting
Senator Smith of South Carolina proposes federal law to ban planting cotton in parts of the South to kill boll weevil pests. He argues high cost but long term value. opponents fear precedent and government crop prescriptions. The proposal’s merit remains uncertain and raises concerns about federal overreach.
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Senator Smith
South Carolina
South
Smith
Funeral for congressman Tribble draws thousands to Presbyterian church
In Hancock Avenue crowds and a city hall lawn crowded the Presbyterian church as Samuel J. Tribble’s funeral honored the late Georgia congressman. President Wilson sent a floral wreath. Georgia delegation and naval affairs committee offered tributes. The service featured scripture, solos, and a sermon on immortality, followed by a large procession to the interment in Oconee where a thousand more gathered.
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Samuel J. Tribble
Georgia
Presbyterian Church
Hancock Avenue
City Hall
Wilson
White House
House of Representatives
Committee On Naval Affairs
C. M. Snelling
Audley Morton
T. S. Mell
W. D. Hooper
Angels of Heaven
E. L. Hill
Dr. Hill
Mr. Morton
Oconee
Bryan Proposes Reforms May Overheat Democratic Party
Mr. Bryan outlines a reform agenda for the next four years that could upend current affairs. While some ideas have merit, others risk causing deep party strife and rapid change. The plan pushes national prohibition, woman suffrage, direct presidential vote, and easier constitutional amendments, creating a clash of issues difficult to reconcile.
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Bryan
Democratic Party
Democracy
Reform
Lke
Heckling the President in Congress Sparks Debate
An editorial decries interruptions during the president's congressional address by women, noting double standards with male hecklers and stressing respect for the office. It argues orderly methods are needed for progress and condemns the disruption as harmful to woman suffrage and other causes.
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United States
Congress
W. & A. Road Question Delivers Long Debate On Lease
The Western and Atlantic Railroad extension to the sea has moved from talk to near conclusion with expectations it will be leased to the same parties. The state would gain higher income from rent under new terms, and lawmakers should ensure the road remains undamaged by parallel lines through prudent legislation to protect property and revenue.
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Western and Atlantic
Sea
Where Are My Children cartoon by Levis Gregg
A Sunday Constitution cartoon by Levis Gregg titled Where Are My Children. It depicts the good elf Saint of the Yuletime perched above a ruined European scene showing wrecked homes, desolation, and childlessness.
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Levis Gregg
Europe
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement In Athens Ad
An Athens advertisement claims Doan's Kidney Pills relieve back pain, dull loins, and kidney issues. It cites Mia and Louisa Smith of 951 B Bros Ave and notes purchases at Smith & Bros Drug Store for 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY props.
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Athens
Mia
Louisa Smith
B. Bros
Doan
Smith & Bros
Druk
Mra
Smith
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
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District Association of Newspapers
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Frank Mangan
Theaters
Forest Blade
Kelley Simmons
Telfair Enterprige
McRae
Frank Lawson
Dublin Courier Journal
Senate
National Guard
Fletcher
Castoria
Sinha
Teody
Congressman Tribble
HOUSE
MR. Bryan
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