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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1916
Page
2
The piece critiques the Bull Moose platform and Governor-Elect Catt of Florida, argues for Wilson, and projects the GOP’s decline. It cites U S political figures and wars, notes chautauqua value, and records presidential inaugural facts and death dates as historical context. It blends editorial opinion with dated political trivia.
Remarkable contrasts in the lives of Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis are noted. Both born in Kentucky with Lincoln in 1809 and Davis in 1808. Both left their home states in childhood for separate paths into politics and law. Lincoln became a presidential elector for Clay, Davis for work. The two men entered Congress about the same years, 1845 and 1846, and presided over their governments in 1861 and 1941 respectively.
The article argues that with Hughes allied to Roosevelt, Roosevelt and Hughes deny a Republican fusion, ensuring Wilson’s reelection. It praises Wilson’s performance and predicts a larger Democratic vote in November, asserting a continued democratic administration. It notes Progressive zeal, Republican splits, and a Banner endorsement.
Former President Roosevelt broad in his statements slams President Wilson for rendering the nation an evil service to democracy. He accuses Roosevelt of erraticism and questions his fitness for the presidency if he continues such remarks. Roosevelt’s opposition is seen as undermining his chances for a White House return.
The community of Athens contributed to a fund for a University of Athens auditorium on campus. The temporary structure sits under roof and aims to open with the Summer School in July, seating fifteen hundred. It will last ten to twelve years until a permanent building can be funded. The people of Athens deserve thanks for supporting the project.
A wartime overview notes Russia regroups after ammo shortages and retreats. It describes a renewed offensive along a ninety mile front, with Austrian and German positions yielding ground and heavy losses. It emphasizes Russia's inexhaustible manpower and potential to influence the war's course.
England grows to believe Earl Kitchener died due to German spy system work. The text notes that the Germans gained great advantages and suggests the truth will reveal a spy network's role in his death. The passage frames a wartime accusation about espionage influence.
The passage recalls German knowledge from espionage, risking Allied leadership by targeting Kitchener aboard the Hampshire. It argues Germany’s near success in removing Britain’s greatest soldier, urging caution and recounting the danger of exposing leaders in wartime.
The citizens of Augusta by vote authorized bonds to fund a hospital for the University of Georgia Medical Department. The hospital is completed and in operation, acclaimed as a leading model facility. Dr. W H Doughty, dean, led the effort, and Augusta’s triumph is praised for advancing medical education in the South.
The Chinese republic loses its president and a new leader is slated to take charge. Most leaders expect the government to continue smoothly though some fear unrest from monarchist factions. The next president is believed acceptable to many Chinese leaders and may guide the state through mounting tensions.
A campaign aims to light the Statue of Liberty at New York harbor and asks for small contributions from citizens nationwide. Athens residents have already donated, with no large gifts required. Dimes and quarters are encouraged, and local features will be announced by the Banner to engage the community and spotlight Athens.
Reports confirm Lord Kitchener and his military staff died in the sinking off the Orkney Islands while en route to Russia. He is hailed as a great soldier who served Britain in Egypt and South Africa and earned the title Kitchener of Khartoum amid wartime controversy.
The message notes that delaying aggressive British moves in the current war is difficult after a leader’s death. It states Britain will replace the fallen with another strong leader and continue fighting. It praises the bulldog tenacity and predicts no letup until the allies win, even if the war lasts longer.
The Banner backs Hon. R. E. Davison for re election as Georgia prison commissioner. It praises his faithful service reorganizing the office improving farm conditions directing convict labor for road building and highway improvements. It notes broad support from veterans and the public and predicts an overwhelming endorsement. Davison is from Greene County.
The House backs building fifty submarines and 130 aeroplanes as a more effective defense than expanding battleships. Proponents argue submarines and aircraft will better protect the country, with a goal of a strong navy and continued annual appropriations to reach world leading naval power.
A rapid surge in converts marks Korea and Japan as Protestant missions expand. Kimura, a striking evangelist in Tokyo’s tent campaigns, reported two weeks yield of 1300 converts and audiences reaching thousands, with Japan uniting Protestant forces for larger campaigns and 474 new missionaries being sought to handle the growing field. Willard Price notes from The World’s New Turning to Christianity in the American Review of Reviews.
A Kansas City Star quote invites kindness and empathy in human encounters. It likens greetings at sea to brief meetings in life and urges pausing to share concerns like rheumatism or dyspepsia, then continuing without bogging down others in long debates.
New cartographic revisions place Greenland about 160,000 square miles larger than previously shown, adjusting land area estimates and potential geographic understanding for the island and surrounding regions.
The piece argues mosquitoes target rich blood due to a protective bat species in certain countries. It cites a bat with uniquely shaped hairs shielding it from bites and notes the bat’s swift flight makes it a prime food source for bloodthirsty mosquitoes. The column closes with a blunt verdict on social opinion about a bunco incident and gendered responses.
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