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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1917
Page
2
The Athens Banner reports subscription rates for Clarke County headlines the official organ. Trox Bankston pursues the sender of a telegram ordering him to report to the officers training camp at Fort McPherson amid strong food production campaign support.
A hopeful notice praises American inventors for potentially solving submarine destruction. It argues that American ingenuity leads in major inventions like the telephone and electric light and predicts a future solution may save thousands of lives, though it concedes success is not yet proven.
The article argues that America’s belligerent entry broadens the conflict to a democracy versus autocracy, elevates the war to a liberation struggle, and reinforces pacifist opponents’ calls while energizing Allied resolve. It cites Italy’s earlier entry and Russia’s shift toward democracy, highlighting the president’s moral endorsement as decisive.
J. W. Partee, former Southern special officer, found guilty of manslaughter in the Davis brothers killing at Lavonia. Sentenced to fifteen years, with three reduced by Judge Brand. He reported to the Prison Commission to begin serving the sentence as appeals court denied a new trial and lower court judgment stood. The commission initially delayed until the superior court acted. papers were then mailed to the prison board by special delivery.
The public quickly subscribes to the two billion dollar bond issue with banks and citizens already taking nearly half. Treasury clerks will handle listing subscriptions as the big issue nears full subscription and more bonds may be issued later in the war. The public favors Uncle Sam bonds for tax free, high interest investments, showing support for the war effort.
A discussion on the role of Socialists in Germany during the war notes their strong presence and influence, though not a governing majority. They are seen as capable of pushing for peace moves in Russia and potentially driving internal pressure if German losses mount. A cautious view on revolution and endgame is offered.
Citizens urged to attend a Y M C A gathering detailing the nation’s peril and the call to arms. Speakers will emphasize duty, patriotism, and support for President Wilson’s war declaration, urging families to unite in preparation and service.
News from South Georgia reports rising food crop acreage and confidence of higher yields, while North Georgia farmers cut cotton and push for more food production. The piece urges statewide surplus for sale, with a likely minimum price from the government and a patriotic contribution to the war effort.
A wartime plea highlights ample land and labor for feeding the nation and producing munitions, ships, and war materials. It stresses ready manpower to move between fields, mines, and factories at the right times to maximize effectiveness.
The author argues the nation holds great resources and labor but fails to mobilize them efficiently. Vacant acres exist yet labor is scarce, and energies are not directed systematically, causing lost motion and wasted effort. The core issue is mobilizing resources without waste.
The University of Georgia and Athens sent many young men to the officers training camp at Fort McPherson. Citizens acknowledge war’s gravity yet stand proud, believing these cadets will honorably serve as they train and may be sent to France. Georgia feels proud of her boys and trusts each will prove a man and patriot.
A WWI editorial argues Germany still poses a strong fight in France and will be defeated, but not soon. It emphasizes the need for the United States to mobilize resources and prepare for a long war, urging Americans to sacrifice and supports continued participation in the conflict.
Mr Hebert Hoover warns flour prices may reach twenty dollars a barrel without government intervention. The piece denounces speculators who block bread access, supports fair wheat farmer profits, and argues for strong federal action to curb market excesses harming children and families. It emphasizes protecting the public from unscrupulous price manipulation.
The piece regards Russia’s sudden liberty as chaos with no central power. It notes the provisional government is only on paper and factions like the duma, soldiers, workers, and peasants lack a unified aim. It mentions the American commission traveling to Russia and the risk of protracted U.S. involvement in a longer war if Russia falters.
The article argues for heavy oversubscription of the two billion dollar Liberty Loan to demonstrate American enthusiasm. It notes abundant funds but urges mobilizing voices in the Middle West. It highlights 3.5 percent tax free benefits and calls for Treasury canvassing to loosen purse strings. It also mentions a Home Guardin garden scene and reports on Wilkes food crop progress with J. W. Jarrell in Washington.
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