Great Poets and the World’s Finest
The essay argues that supreme poets are few, estimating two hands full, with England and Scotland producing most of them. It notes other countries may have at most one strong poet, and some may have none.
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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
7
The essay argues that supreme poets are few, estimating two hands full, with England and Scotland producing most of them. It notes other countries may have at most one strong poet, and some may have none.
The daily thought cites Whittier: The best provision for the future is the best possible use of the present. This short aphorism links prudent action now with upcoming outcomes. The line appears as a reflective editorial aside in the periodical's page.
A Memphis 1917 plea argues for an alliance of cottonseed and corn to feed horses and mules aiding the war effort. It urges standardizing corn and cottonseed products, opposing prejudices, and supporting President Wilson to boost food and feed supplies for the United States and its allies.
A demonstration of aerial combat features planned for the Woodmen of the World Sovereign Camp annual convention in Atlanta. Two expert aviators will mimic a Frenchman versus a German duel above Piedmont Park with real maneuvers and bomb dropping, drawing forty to fifty thousand visitors to the city. The event aims to be the largest convention in Atlanta aside from the Imperial Coin of the Mystic Shrine.
An old advertisement warns against using calomel and promotes Lemolac as a safe vegetable syrup. It touts Tosolac as effective, with a guarantee of satisfaction and a brand line from Forbes Drug Co. and local pharmacies.
Atlanta high school boys plan to substitute for enlisted workers this summer by farming jobs on local farms. The effort aims to earn money while supporting the war effort, with concerns noted about race relations and potential tensions if workers travel to northern cities for better wages.
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