Parable notes and health tips in Athens paper
The Athens Banner includes items on subscription rates for Clarke County news, reflections on public health from a US Public Health Service leaflet, calls for naval defense funding, and advice promoting daily outdoor exercise and moderate activity. Notables mentioned include Horace Porter and Theodore Roosevelt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navy League of the United States
Horace Porter
Cren
Elihu Root
Alton B. Parker
Emmet O'Neal
Alabama
Theodore Roosevelt
Wilson
Congress
New York City
Crystalization of Americanism raises flag day call
A writer discusses the phrase crystalization of Americanism as the nation nears the 138th anniversary of adopting the Stars and Stripes on June 14. The piece urges nationwide observance, school programs, and a pledge of loyalty, detailing flag history from 1777 to post Civil War expansion and foreseeing dangers amid the European war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congress
Putting the Wealth to Work in the South’s Resources
A critique argues South wealth relies on timber and minerals but policy remains shortsighted. It urges comprehensive study and modern development of peat, lignite, rock salt, sulphur, and metals, plus hydroelectric power to spur electrochemical and electrometallurgical industries while preserving forests and soils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atrade
Aix
Working of the Tax Law in Georgia Sees Positive Outlook
Georgia tax law shows a strong start last year with a $90 million rise in values and a lower rate. State Tax Commissioner Hart expresses satisfaction as counties submit digests and boards of assessors stay active. Sentiment grows for citizens to meet tax obligations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Hart
Aseescorn
Athens Seeks spiritual revival with Torrey campaign
Athens boasts unmatched preaching talent and hosts major religious campaigns. Dr. Torrey, a leading Bible expounder, has delivered a month of premier sermons to Athens congregations. If the city remains spiritually strong, Athens will be credited with vigorous preaching and devoted preachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Aize
United States
Torrey
Georgia farmers embrace oats cutback and hog friendly plans
A Georgia section tour shows many farmers cut cotton acreage early and sowed oats heavily. Drought shortened oats as cutting nears. A veteran advise to plant modest oats for stock feed, raise enough wheat for family bread, and nearly double corn. Emphasizes fattening hogs on corn and alfalfa, with beef production as a future goal. Partial oat failure should teach better profit strategies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
The Payment of War Debts
The article discusses the immense sums needed to wage war and the even larger burden of indemnities on vanquished nations. It warns that cost and debt could last for decades or even a century, as victors recover and creditors hold claims for many years, shaping a long-term financial strain.
University of Georgia journalism class praised by The Banner
The Banner commends the University of Georgia journalism class under Prof. H. W. Sanford for strong practical training in news gathering editing and production. The editorial notes many young men will become good newspaper workers and hopes some turn to editorial writing. The class produced a splendid edition causing overflow at the Banner plant yesterday and today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Georgia
8. W. Sanford
Banner
Sanford
Vole
What of the Children in Vacation Planning
The piece contemplates summer plans for children as the school term ends. It questions readers about reading, stories, play activities, and guided entertainment to avoid aimless, unplanned leisure. It argues that thoughtful direction during vacation improves the child’s mental and physical readiness for the next school year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter
Vaccination Against Typhoid Gains Ground in Athens
The article notes that experimental typhoid vaccination has proven its effectiveness, reducing deaths from thousands to under a dozen. In Athens, cadets and others have begun receiving the vaccine this year, with the state board of health advising early spring vaccination to outpace flies and fever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
University Corps
United States
Dtate Board of Health
Emory R. Park
Golden Opportunity to Use Helen Hardwood Timber
J G Burekharat urges Helen and nearby Georgia towns to create small industries to utilize 13000000 square feet of hardwood timber held by the Gainesville and Northwestern area mill. He cites wartime shipping disruptions to Scotland, advocates local manufacturing of axe handles boards furniture and other products, and calls on Athens Gainesville Jefferson Monroe and other elites to back a Georgia built value chain to employ workers and keep profits local.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G Burekharat
Helen
White County
Georgia
Gainesville
Gainesville & Northwestern
Glasgow
Scotland
Baldwin
G. M
G. & N. Railroad
Imber
Athens
Jefferson
Monroe
Grand Rapids
Boston
New York
Chicago
Let’s Have Men
An essay on age and wisdom argues that age alone grants no authority. True influence comes from broad sane experience and purposeful use of life’s lessons. It criticizes universities for teaching what you know rather than how you live and how to apply knowledge in judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Public Health Service
T. N. Hendricks
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