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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1917
Page
2
The column previews a weekly Athens paper’s pricing for subscriptions, notes civic events, and comments on national politics and cultural topics. It mentions a upcoming Chautauqua in Athens, the Railroads, police actions against loafers, and a discussion on cinema reform. It includes reminiscences of international events and humorous asides.
Rail managers concede to brotherhood demands for an eight hour day and wage increases after President Wilson appeal. Supreme Court upholds Adamson law as constitutional, averting national calamity. Railroads expect payroll rise of about sixty million dollars annually while the country gains stability and prosperity through prudent management.
The article argues signs point to the end of the European conflict with Allied victory likely. It cites Russian revolution potential, German pressure on fronts, and cautions about German retreat and weakening power while noting unrest in Germany and Greece. It frames sacrifice and mobilization as not in vain.
A call to accelerate shipbuilding as the government seeks bids for battleships cruisers and submarines. Entities urge president’s authority to compel firms to begin work at a generous fifteen percent net profit. The note stresses urgent national defense and Patriotism over delays.
The University of Georgia promotes its educational advantages to Georgia youth through pamphlets and catalogues. It urges wider distribution to inform parents and boys statewide about degree programs and the value of a diploma from the state university. The piece argues most students should study at home rather than seeking distant schools.
A call to continue relief efforts in Belgium and Northern France despite German restrictions and the absence of American relief workers. Two million in need, many starving, with Dutch and Spanish channels suggested. Emphasizes US aid has been substantial and must not falter. a method to aid will be found.
The piece argues local option blocks statewide tick control in Georgia. It urges a state law to force dipping, says scientific evidence proves dips eradicate cattle ticks and boost the cattle industry, and calls for public understanding to reduce opposition.
Analysis questions whether Germany's submarine campaign will end the war. It notes British tonnage losses since February 1 are small compared with a robust merchant fleet and ongoing shipbuilding. British food restrictions are limited to luxe classes, with no current scarcity for the poor. The piece concludes German terror has not achieved its intended effect and is already waning.
The Russian revolution may mark a move toward democracy though experts doubt the people are ready to govern. The piece suggests the End of the Romanoff dynasty could empower a militant minority in the Duma, with broader implications for monarchies across Europe after the war.
The Carnegie Foundation finds the original pension plan for teachers unfeasible and costly. A new insurance based plan at actual cost, with large Foundation contributions, is proposed to replace it. The shift aims for a more viable, life insurance style program with years needed for full operation. Teachers nationwide will study the new plan and assess its appeal.
In Philadelphia on March 19 seven sailors from interned German cruisers Prins Eitel Frederich and Kron Prinz Wilhelm tried to escape Navy Yard by swimming through the channel. They were recaptured after shots were fired. The crews were to be moved to Atlanta and Chickamauga, Georgia. An unrelated advertisement promotes Dean's Kidney Pills with a testimonial from Mrs. Laurea Smith of Athens, claiming relief from back pain and urinary issues.
A fragment from an old column contrasts a mother’s heavy moral instruction with a child’s blunt plea and promotes Sloan's Lintment as a quick penetrating remedy for rheumatic pains. It highlights its claimed effectiveness for muscle soreness strains sprains and various external pains available at druggists for 25 cents.
An old advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a non gripping laxative. It claims the product removes winter wastes from the intestines and blood, improves energy and complexion, and brightens the eye. Available at all druggists. 260
Mount Vernon Masonic lodge Ath ens plans to lay the cornerstones of the new academic and dormitory buildings at the State Normal on April 17. Grand Master Frank Miller of Fort Valley will attend with grand lodge officers.
A fragment notes that a folk Cham remedy, used for years, is said to be effective in damp cold midwinter weather. The text claims widespread availability and routine use by people, with claims of safety and value.
A garbled extract references Governor McKinley and Corbett hiding in a Columbus hotel parlor and a shooting incident involving a drummer. The text then shifts to marketing a laxative and a comic anecdote about twins, with stray newspaper fragments and misread words from Chicago Tribune.
A reflective quote by Ruskin on imperfection shaping human life through effort and mercy. The text presents a thematic meditation rather than a news item, highlighting the relationship between divine appointment, effort, and compassionate judgment. The fragment emphasizes the value of flaws in fostering growth and kindness.
When a child is subject to croup attacks, give a light evening meal to avoid a triggered episode. Watch for the first symptom of hoarseness and administer Chamberlains Cough Remedy promptly when hoarseness appears. Obtainable everywhere.
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