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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1918
Page
2
The Athens Weekly Banner comments on work and the wartime labor scene. It mocks the “work or fight” order and jokes about a loafless town, while citing an editorial from Farm and Fireside and a Ohio State Council of Defense study comparing farm and city wages for married and single workers.
The piece discusses how wars between crowns end and argues peace talk is obsolete. It envisions two fates for World War I style conflict with trench lines and fortifications or a swift collapse through conquest. It notes railroad safety on the Argentine Chile border and a European bread replacing dairy with beet protein.
The article lauds American troops abroad and Allied cooperation in World War I. It credits Independence Day celebrations with boosting morale, notes German plans thwarted, Allied gains, and American bravery. It asserts the United States helped save democracy and Berlin’s approach.
The piece urges Georgia voters to back President Wilson and Senator Hardwick, denounces Howard as disloyal, and accuses him of aiding Hardwick. It attacks the Harris-Hardwick contest and warns voters to unite behind Harris to oppose the "Little Kaiser" and German interests.
The death of Senator Tillman removes from the political scene a singular figure who rose from South Carolina governor to U.S. senator. Known as Pitchfork for his brash style he electrified both parties with fiery speeches defending the South. He drew crowds to the Capitol and shaped sentiment among Democrats and some Republicans alike.
A historical figure who aligned with conservative strands in youth, later adopted stricter views and became more valuable to the nation. He rose to prominence as chairman of the naval committee where his influence grew notably through his leadership and policy impact.
The writer urges Georgia newspapers to withhold coverage of Senator Hardwick and other pro German speakers. It argues publicity aids disloyal elements tied to Von Bernstorff and the Kaiser, citing Tom Watson as a cautionary example and urging editors to curb anti government sentiment.
The article portrays unprecedented wartime prosperity with record wheat and corn yields and booming hog farming. It argues farmers are prepared to live at home, boosting Georgia and the South’s self sufficiency, efficiency, and wealth as war sustains farm output and local food production.
The outlook warns of another coal shortage this coming winter as local dealers struggle to supply homes. Secretary Redfield urges conservation and wood use while authorities open a municipal woodyard to ease shortages and reduce electric and gas consumption in homes.
Atlanta reports state headquarters say only about half of Georgia’s war savings quota is pledged. Ten counties have met their targets: Pike, Hancock, Spalding, Newton, Bulloch, Irwin, Coffee, Stephens, Whitfield, and Wilkes. Officials urge cash sales and maintaining a two week stamp supply statewide with 25 weeks left to reach the goal.
Gainesville, July 7 1918 Colonel Herbert H Dean of Gainesville withdraws from the U S senate race on doctor advised rest after two weeks of illness. He cites insufficient strength for a hot campaign though expresses gratitude for broad support and backing from his home section and other parts of Georgia.
New York publisher Edward Rumely of the New York Evening Mail was arrested on perjury charges related to his report to A Mitchell Palmer. The complaint alleges failure to disclose ties to Bern Sternt and Dr Albert of the German embassy and claims the German government paid Rumely over a million dollars in transactions connected to buying The Mail.
Mrs. J L Harmon received a cablegram from her brother Private Normal Parham announcing his safe arrival overseas from Morn Hull Camp England. Parham was in the 121st Dixie Division from Camp Wheeler Macon with many Athens youths among those passing through Athens June 11. The Dixie Division represents the South with men from various areas and has reportedly adopted the rebel yell.
An Associated Press report from Heber Springs notes fighting between draft resisters and a detachment of the National Guard. One man is said to have been killed as resisters flee and allegedly burn woods to hide their movements.
Mr. Otho Brown, a retail grocery merchant, contributed fifty dollars to the Athens Chapter of the American Red Cross Society after failing to file weekly flour route reports with County Food Administrator Rowe Dr Andrew M Soule. The Red Cross donation follows potential further action by the Food Administration.
Washington July 8 The discovery of a new protective coating aims to make concrete ships five times more durable than steel vessels. The development promises improved longevity and resilience for concrete hulls in maritime service.
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