Thomas urges Brown in gubernatorial race at Athens rally
Jules George Thomas of Athens campaigns for Joe Brown for governor urging removal of Hoke Smith. He ridicules Smiths claims, debates prohibition and enfranchisement, cites Tom Watson and Tom Hardwick, and contends Smith would weaken reform. Audience size and lively reception noted despite disagreement.
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Jules George Thomas
Athens
Lucky
Opera House
Lernoon
Soul M. Brown
Govenor
Gov. Smith
Joe Brown
Hoke Smith
Hoke
Thomas
Nise
Tom Hardwick
Tom Watson
Death toll claims life of Miss Sebie Wosten in Americus
On Saturday Miss Sebie Wosten died at 2:30 PM at her nephew Dr Frank Cato’s home after three months of illness. A well known and devoted educator in Americus for many years she was 63 and left with few close relatives, including half brother Dr J F Cato.
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Sebié Wosten
Getty
Pest
Frank
Cato
Long
Sethie Wooten
Americus
J. J. W. Ford
J. F. Cato
Devoe paints claim strength over cost in long letter
A letter from Devoe & Co to Sherlock and Co argues that cheaper 5c sausages vary by street and that Devoe paints remain stronger overall. It extols Devoe’s eight paints, cites price points from $1.50 to $1.75 per gallon, and notes gallons and days needed for painting a house. It ends with a jab about money needed to dress well.
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Devoe
F. W. Devoe & CO
P. S—Americus Construction Co
Sella
Americus to Welcome Georgia’s Largest Fruit Cannery
The big fruit cannery in Americus operated by Roberta Bros of Baltimore is near completion. Machinery is in place and the plant will begin after the peach crop ripens. It will pack 15,000 to 18,000 two pound cans daily and provide a profitable market for numerous bushels of peaches. J. O. Langrall has arrived from Baltimore to oversee Americus plant management.
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Americus
Roberta Bros
Baltimore
Georgia
J. O. Langrall
Dr Shoop Pink Pain Tablets Claim Instant Pain Relief
An advertisement touts Dr Shoop Pink Tablet as stopping any pain within 20 minutes. It claims headache tablets ease all pain by reducing blood pressure in pain centers. The Davenport Drug Co promotes 24 tablets for 25 cents.
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Shoop
Dr. Shoop
Mindanao Governor backs polygamy for Moros
A Chicago Record note comments on the Mindanao governor proposing polygamy for Moros, hinting it would change nothing for them. The column then shifts to Dr. Shoop of Racine WI promoting Health Coffee as a genuine coffee substitute made from toasted grains and malt.
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Mindanao
Chicago
Shoop
Racine
Wis
Summer Window Shades for Home Use
Ready made window shades offered in opaque and Holland cloths in popular colors. Sizes include 3 by 6 feet with spring rollers. Opaque cloth priced at 25 cents and Holland at 39 cents each. Additional listings show various sizes and prices for 78-foot lengths and larger.
Window Shades to Order from Woodward Lothrop
Woodward and Lothrop offers high grade cabinet-made window screens built in their own work rooms with wear-resisting qualities. Custom fit to any window and finished to match woodwork with rust-resistant wire. Sample and price available on request.
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aWoodward & Lothrop Highgrade
Price
Vador Porch Shades Boost Outdoor Living Spaces
Durable weatherproof porch shades in varied colors add an extra living room feel. They protect from sun while allowing air circulation, enhancing outdoor comfort and utility.
Sherwood Metal Frame Window Screens Offered
Sherwood announces metal frame window screens adjustable to fit any window. Frame width half inch, iron advantage over wood saves space for ventilation. Made of black wire cloth in galvanized iron frame, durable and neat with no sag or tearing. Widely offered in various sizes with prices listed.
Cure Catarrh With Hyomei Inhaler Claim
An old testimonial touts Hyomei as a cure for chronic catarrh with a two bottle course. The maker and a Cedar View merchant promise guarantees or money back. The complete Hyomei outfit costs one dollar with a 50 cent refill, described as a pleasant dry air treatment killing germs and reducing inflammation.
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J.stance
G. J. Stevers
Crown City
Ohio
Dodson
A Californian's Luck with Buckien’s Arnica Salve
Charles Budalon of Tracey California praises Buckien’s Arnica Salve for curing years of itching piles after trying other treatments. He says two 26c boxes cured his condition and credits Eldridge Drug Co with selling the product under guarantee. Wise is the man who knows when to treat and when to retreat.
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Charles Budalon
Tracey
California
Eldridge Drug Co
Wise
Chicago News
It Reaches the Spot Doctor King's discovery praised by Omega store owner
Omega general store owner Mr. E. Humphrey and local telephone company president tout Dr. King's New Discovery as reaching the cough spot and healing throat lung and chest sores. Eldridge Drug Co. sells 50c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free. A quip notes spinster sayings.
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Mr. E. Humphrey
Omega, A
Adams County Telephone Co
Home Telephone Co
Pike County U
Dr. King
Dr. Kinz
Eldridge Drug Co
South Georgia Epworth Leaguers Meet at Quitman
Americas Epworth Leaguers plan for the South Georgia League conference to be held in Quitman from June 10 to 14. Each league earns one delegate per twenty five members or fraction, and each church should be represented by its pastor and at least one layman.
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Epworth
South Georgia League Conference
Quitman
South Georgia
The World's Best Climate and Its Diseases
The article notes fevers on high elevations and malaria at lower levels by altitude. It praises Electric Bitters as the most effective remedy, calling them a blood purifier and antidote to bodily weakness, insomnia, and debility, sold by Eldridge Drug Co.
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Eldridge Drug Co
Moth fighting materials and camphor products on sale
Manahan's Tarine Sheets large and Moth Bags in medium large and extra large sizes priced per unit. Lavender camphorated flakes offered by pack and ounce. Oriental crystalized flakes by pack. Cedar of Lebanon camphor and crystalline camphor listed. Sulphur candles in both standard and large sizes available.
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Manahan
Pews
Lebanon
Wise saver chance at Home Bank offer ends soon
Advertisement notes a savings plan offering 4 percent interest compounded on deposits with a Home Bank free start. Mentions Cale and inquiry at Americas National Bank Building Cotten Avenue, urging readers to begin with 1.
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Cale
Office Ie Americas National Bank
Cotten Avenue
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Jamestown
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Virginia Brewing CO
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M. M. Lowrey
R. E. McNulty
Americus National
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BONDS
United States
J. W. Sheffield
Frank Sheffield
Bank OF Commerce
Eircus, Ga
Brown
Geo. Thomas
Preventics Davenport Drug CO
Bell
Miss Sebie Wooten Passidg
Sherlock & CO
Americus, Ga
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Pooditiog
King Medical
Yigor
Atrevgt
Avery
Ste Amare
F & G Sts
Washington, D. C
Sherwood
Proms
Canning
Wisdom
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Cedar View
Miss
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Americus Trust and Savings Bank
Americus Trust
Sy’gs Bank
L. G. Council
R. J. Perry
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the Planters Bank of Americas
Department For Savings
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