Georgia and national notes drift through fall season
Georgia hopes high for Athens Macon and Atlanta as fall show venues. The piece notes currency aims, trade, and transportation plans, with Bulgaria aligning with Germany and Mexico revolutions drawing attention. Secretary Lansing plans a Pan American conference to consider recognition.
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Macon
Atlanta
Augusta
Athens
Georgia
New York
Lansing
Mexico
Huerta
Washington
Biliseo Arredondo
Enrique C. Liorente
Carranz
Vilda
Athens YMCA Plans Building Amid Funding Push
The Athens YMCA prepares to start on a new two acre site with $31,000 in acquired property and donations, but needs prompt subscription payments to complete the building. Officials urge citizens to back the effort, stressing the project’s impact and pride for the city.
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Young Men's Christian Association
Athens
Uncle Sam as Cotton Consumer
The piece notes cotton's rising role as an explosive ingredient and a likely large wartime purchase by the United States. Congressman Heflin says the government will need a substantial cotton supply for army and navy munitions, with officials confirming increased demand and urging a liberal buy, usable long term if not immediately required.
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South
Heflin
Alabama
Hefflin
War
Navy
United States
Financing the Great War Loan Flows in United States
The half a billion dollar Anglo French war loan is fully financed in the United States. British press calls the deal a financial triumph despite critics' view that terms were stiff. US investors anticipate near six percent returns, with confidence bonds will be covered even in dire war outcomes. Germany and Austria reportedly seek no outside aid, raising funds domestically.
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United States
England
France
Germany
Austria
Peace and Preparedness for U S Security
Article arguing that universal peace and military preparedness are compatible. It asserts the United States should be ready for defense, not expansion, and that a strong navy and army deter aggression by showing capability to respond. It emphasizes not seeking trouble or territorial gains, but being prepared for eventualities.
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Bryan
United States
Uncle Sam
Athens Eyes Record Fall College Attendance
Georgia education shows resilience with city schools packed and Lucy Cobb Institute, State Normal School, and the University of Georgia reporting historically high enrollments. The author urges the legislature to provide liberal funding to support expanding higher education across the state after financial reverses.
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Athens
Georgia
Lucy Cobb Institute
State Normal School
University of Georgia
A Lesson to the South on War Time Industry
The piece argues the South must accelerate manufacturing progress to sustain wartime needs. It acknowledges existing gains in industry but stresses that agriculture alone cannot bear the burden and calls for broader development to support the nation during the big European war.
South urged to boost manufactories and diversify economy
Writers argue the South should expand manufacturing to match the East and West, noting abundant cotton and raw materials but lacking capital. They warn the region must develop factories to gain global standing while keeping cotton as a major crop and retaining its agricultural identity.
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Republic
South
Is Germany Suffering From Blockade and War Strain
The piece argues Germany and Austria lack famine from blockade via Denmark Norway and Sweden as exports to neutral nations exceed prewar levels while German imports fall. It notes Germany financed the war at home with large funds and questions the duration of the conflict, predicting a long war unless unforeseen events shift outcomes.
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England
Germany
Austria
Denmark
Norway
Sweden
United States
Enduring War Will Drag On For Months Says Expert
The editorial argues the war in France will not end soon as Allied forces push a large drive while Germany may shift troops east. It warns of extended conflict, continued loans and global costs, with no early conclusion expected.
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France
Germany
Fewer Dogs More Hogs in Savannah Editorial
The Savannah News argues in a 历史 editorial that Chatham county blacks should prune useless dogs and keep those serving utility or value. It notes sentimental ties and warns against overstocking while acknowledging dogs provide companionship and can aid in land and home building.
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The
Savannah News
Chatham County
Submarine Warfare Effects Notably Less Than Era Warnings
report notes submarine warfare has affected several sectors but not as severely as anticipated. officials cite limited impact on trade and daily life, while strategic concerns persist in maritime regions and defense planning.
Submarine War Aims Debated Amid Allied Supply Claims
A writer rebuts the notion that submarine campaigns crippled Britain, arguing the English navy preserves supplies for England while Germany and France profit from abroad. The piece notes ship losses are small relative to trade and questions overall effectiveness.
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England
Germany
France
Soma
Blessing or Blight Entomologically Disguised Weevil Lesson
The piece argues the boll weevil and war experiences push Georgia farmers toward diversified agriculture. It casts the pest as a potential long term blessing, prompting a shift from cotton monoculture to broader crops and new farming practices. It cites Job as a model of adversity leading to growth.
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South
Job
Europe
Georgia
Conservatism Should Rule In Georgia Special Session
The Georgia legislature should approach the governors call with conservatism, avoiding radical action in appropriations taxes or prohibition. The aim is a brief productive session with a firm plan to fund deficits, possibly via extra taxation if neat beer remains banned.
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Georgia
Harris
House
House Committee On Appropriations
Senate
Ier
Satisfactory Fall Trade Amid Cotton Prosperity
The region expects a strong fall business as cotton prices rise to about twelve cents. A short crop, reduced fertilizer, and deliberate withholding have kept costs low, allowing profits that boost farmers merchants and consumers across the South.
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South
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