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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1918
Page
2
The Athens Banner reports war news and editorials praising Allied efforts under Gen. Foch while noting German actions such as removing brass letter-box plates. It highlights Georgia politics favoring Harris over Hardwick and cites insurance payouts, with references to Hearst and national defense debates.
Hon Volney Williams editor of the Waycross Herald Journal seeks the railroad commissioner post to succeed Judge George H Hillyer upon term end. Williams, a veteran journalist and Ware county legislator, is viewed as well qualified and likely to win the September primary without opposition, bringing statewide representation to the commission.
A Georgia public notice extols Hon. John T. Boifeuillett as a loyal advocate with long service in public life. The piece highlights his roles as clerk of the house of representatives, secretary to Senator Bacon, and envoy to England, urging reelection to the railroad commission with broad support and no opposition.
The appropriations committee supports all requests from the University of Georgia and its branches. In wartime, education is vital as trained youth are needed across industries and for teachers and commercial roles. Lawmakers should promptly approve the requested funding to aid the war effort and ensure Georgia’s education system grows for the state’s benefit.
A five thousand dollar appropriation for the Georgia Library Commission to extend library facilities in rural Georgia is praised as vital for youth education and future governance. Lawmakers anticipate passage, with strong backing from the House committee and supporters insisting state needs rival that of other states.
A harsh editorial attacks Senator Hardwick for obstructing war measures in the senate accusing him of taking orders from von Bernstorff and aligning with German aims. It cites a Columbus Enquirer-Sun illustration of Belgian atrocities to claim his stance supports the harm of war.
A vivid condemnation links German brutality in World War I to Emperor William II. It describes a photograph of Belgian girls, aged under 13, harmed and murdered, arguing such evidence would erase doubt about punishing the Huns and their rulers. The call questions Georgia voters supporting the man who aided these acts.
A plea to Athens residents and business people to join and support the Chamber of Commerce. The article argues the chamber drives growth, keeps the city aligned with progress, and requires time and money, especially during wartime, to build the community’s prominence and unity.
Citizens in Raleigh petitioned for the return of Lieutenant Robbins and the War Department indicated the policy is to return bodies of American soldiers to their native land. While no fixed plan exists, the government will ensure remains are brought home for loved ones. A Memorial Day observance is foreseen, with graves honored by families who remember the brave sacrifices of the soldier boys.
Special to the Banner Danielsville Ga July 23 Large Madison County crowd gathered for court week as Hon W J Harris candidate for US Senate and Congressman Charles H Brand candidate for reelection spoke. Judge Brand addressed 4 5 hundred listeners detailing his Washington record and war measures then met with locals in Madison County.
Allied forces press gains on a four mile front from Soissons to Rheims with American French and British units capturing 1,500 Germans and taking strategic positions. The French penetrate two miles and seize the Avre river heights as Paulgonne falls, while south of Rheims the line moves forward one mile amid German counter attacks. An enemy submarine sinks an American fishing boat off the Maine coast.
Washington reports that with a quarter of a million American troops in battle and another million in France or sailing, Gen. Foch has shifted momentum, plans to expand the American program, and is expected to have at least two million Americans before the current fighting season ends. German offensive pillars in Picardy and the Marne are weakened as Allied gains disrupt the Aisne salient, with the enemy’s campaign outlook for winter deteriorating.
Washington dispatch reports Swiss newspapers acknowledge German offensive failure and fear General Foch has built reserves that could wrest the offensive from the German high command. The Aisne Marne attack compromises Hindenburg’s strategical plan. The Strassburger Post questions where new troops originate and whether American transports delivered them faster than expected.
Allied forces near Montdidier and along the Oureq to Marne front report French and American gains capturing towns and four German tanks. Jaulgonne falls to American troops on the Marne while 37 German aircraft are downed by British and French airmen. Czernin named to form new cabinet in Vienna per Berlin reports.
Thomson Ga July 23 The funeral and interment of Miss Ida A Young who died Saturday morning at a private sanatorium took place in Thomson Sunday at 2 30 PM She was a teacher at the State Normal School for twenty years.
By a six to one vote, Birmingham rejected a referendum to increase car fares to six cents. The same report notes fifteen people killed in a trolley wreck at Chelsa, Michigan, on Saturday, with details from Associated Press.
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