Harris for Senate: Patriotism Over Partisanship in Athens
The Athens Banner urges voters to back W. J. Harris for the U S Senate, arguing he supports the president and government while condemning Howard and Hardwick as traitors or obstructionists. The piece emphasizes patriotism, duty of police and fire forces, and the nation’s wartime stakes as voters cast ballots in a nonpolitical year.
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Athens Weekly
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Administration Endorsed in New York Primary
Returns after polls close show administration candidates leading. Governor Whittman ahead of Attorney General Lewis by about two to one for the Republican gubernatorial nomination. Alfred E. Smith named by the Democrats as state convention leader over W Osborne.
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Loyal Georgia voters rally for Harris in Senate race
The editorial argues crystalizing support for Harris across Georgia counties, predicting he will carry 140 counties. It claims Howard’s candidacy harms Harris and helps Hardwick, urging loyal citizens to switch to Harris to avoid aiding Hardwick. It also labels Howard as splitting the loyal vote and questions his loyalty and patriotism.
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Will the People Repudiate the President
A Georgia newspaper piece urges loyal voters to unite for a single anti Hardwick candidate in the U S Senate race. It accuses pro Hardwick factions of stirring division and portrays Howard as swayed by flatter, later reconsidering before pledging support to W J Harris. The article frames the choice as a referendum on President Wilson and the war effort with the vote set for the eleventh.
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A Day of Reckoning in County Politics
The piece urges loyalty amid dire times and claims Howard is active in doubtful counties, seeking to sway votes away from Hardwick. It accuses Harris supporters of distrust and warns that Howard’s candidacy is a mere focal effort unlikely to gain traction.
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Loyal Democrats Face Hardwick Harris Duel Over Wilson Kaiser
In a heated party clash the loyal elements split over policy and leadership as Harris challenges Hardwick for senate while Howard pivots, signaling a wider choice between Hardwick and Harris, and between Wilson and the Kaiser amid mounting intra party tension.
Registration Day Celebration Calls for Nationwide Patriotism
September 12 is designated as registration day with bands and speeches to mobilize loyalty for the draft. Gov Dorsgy and Gen Crowder urge every county to observe the day, register servicemen, and support the war effort against Germany. The note warns against slackers and political manipulation while urging unity and civic duty.
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From Over There July 25 1918 Dear Lois
A veteran mail letter from a soldier in 1918 describes rest camp life after frontline action. He notes a poppy mower remnant from No Man's Land kept as a souvenir, claims shell dodging skill, and uncertainty about return travel via Bertta and the achedals. He mentions no recent letters and requests future mail to 4 FP 749 with company and regiment details.
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For old Brussels lace at a fair price
Advertised item notes that for old Brussels lace the price is an indication of good value. Signed Lovingly Harold (Bichmore).
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Bichmore
Cotton Crop Drought Trims U S Yield By Over Four Million Bales
The Associated Press reports a disaster in the US cotton crop due to July and August drought. Government September forecast shows 11,137,000 bales, more than 4,000,000 below early-season expectations, with the entire belt affected and Oklahoma and the western region hit hardest.
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Washington
United States
Oklahoma
Jewish New Year Marks Start of Holy Day Season
The Jewish New Year 6679 begins with the new moon of Tishri and falls on Saturday September 7. It starts the ten days of repentance ending with Yom Kippur and is a time of solemn joy. The Shofar ceremony frames the day, recalling Isaac and Abraham. Observances begin Friday evening and extend to Sunday in orthodox congregations.
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Candy Army War Poem Urges U S Sacrifice Over Candy
A New York Times poem by Annie Johnson Filet laments sixty thousand workers in New England making candy and gum while France bleeds and soldiers fight. It pleads for Americans to curb luxuries, feel the war’s cost, and devote effort to feeding troops and winning the conflict.
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