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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1919
Page
2
The Athens Weekly Banner argues that government control of telephones will increase long distance rates after January first. It claims the circular order imposes a twenty five percent rise and criticizes government operation of railroads and telegraphs, urging return to private management to improve service and avoid higher charges for people.
The Banner urges Georgia farmers to diversify from cotton to hog and cattle raising. South Georgia proves hogs can beat cotton profits. a Bulloch County farmer sold hogs for nearly 300 dollars, versus two bales of cotton. Cattle farming is praised as well, with South Georgia highlighted as well suited for beef production and meat self-sufficiency. The piece argues diversification leads to prosperity and modern farming.
A 1919 optimism column cites a National Association of Manufacturers meeting in New York. It rejects alarm, urges continued production, and stresses broad prosperity for farmers merchants and laborers as demand for goods remains high and growth is expected in clothing, building materials, and all manufacturing sectors.
A credible source asserts US factories and stores face depleted normal stocks yet anticipate unprecedented export growth. It cautions manufacturers against hasty hiring shifts, predicting industry will absorb both current workers and returning soldiers, signaling favorable commercial prospects for 1919.
The Manufacturers Record condemns importing German made drugs and goods into the United States. It urges an embargo to protect American drug manufacturing and deter a “business as usual” recovery by German firms. The American Defense Society warns physicians and retailers to avoid German products to safeguard domestic enterprise and national morale.
A naval officer drills crew with a bicycle motion, one man shells out a joke about coasting. A justice of the peace performs a quick marriage, missteps echoing during the ceremony. A battlefield ground joke follows about the rain and a Red Cross festival.
Soldier Phil W. Davis Jr writes from France after armistice conditions loosened censorship. He details his voyage from Hoboken to Brest, rail travel hardships, and arrival with the Third Army. He describes Verdun battlefields, ruined Bar le Duc, trench networks, and German occupation ruins as American and French troops move forward.
Washington Dee reports a steady demobilization as more than 1,000,000 men designated return home from overseas and army camps. Chief of Staff March says efforts focus on releasing troops and restoring work, with over half already mustered out and weekly departures around 100,000. France reports three transports carrying about 5,000 men have sailed.
With only four results yet to be announced the government coalition appears to command in the new parliament with 419 seats. Lloyd George is reelected for Carnavon Wales by a large majority while Asquith loses his seat. Sinn Fein gains disrupt the chamber as many leaders lose. Countess Markievicz is the sole woman elected and Sinn Fein plans to abstain leaving a male dominated House of Commons.
Dr. C. O. Jones, pastor of First Methodist in this city, is named superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League in Georgia. The Atlanta Georgian lauds his selection as wise and well suited, noting his statewide reputation and readiness to lead the league’s Georgia activities. The piece also includes a wartime letter from PH. W. Davis Jr. mentioning army movement, Luxembourg, and Allied logistics.
Paris dispatch reports Lt. Hempel aid to General Pilsudski warns Poland faces Bolshevik threat if allies do not rush food and clothing. He says only two or three weeks of supplies remain and appeals to the United States through newspapers for immediate aid.
Rep C H Brand urges President Wilson to remove War Trade Board embargo on cotton shipments to stabilize prices, arguing cotton growers face losses and banks will not finance stored cotton. Wilson replies ships and blockade constraints hinder relief, urging cautious action.
New York dispatch reports Theodore Roosevelt donated 1000 dollars to the American Committee for Relief in the Near East. He praised the plight of Assyrian and Armenian Christians and urged broad support to raise up to 30 million for refugees across Caucasus Persia and Turkey. Prof Marion DuBose, stationed at Camp Gordon, visited Welburn DuBose Friday.
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