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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1911

Page

7

A HEALTHY HAPPY OLD AGE Rise in health claims on syrup package

A health claim touts a healthy happy old age on a California Fi Syrup Co. package. The label plainly prints that the product supports vitality, noting a promised wellness benefit to consumers.

California Fi Syrup Co

Prices for theater seats announced for March 30 sale

Lower floor prices are two dollars and one fifty, balcony seats at one fifty and one dollar, gallery at fifty cents. Tickets go on sale Thursday March 30 at 9 am.

Jim Price Gears Up For State Agriculture Commissioner Race

The Madison Advertiser notes Honorable Jim Price of Oconee county visited the city last week and declared his bid for the Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture. It praises his broad Georgia acquaintance and farming knowledge, predicting a strong, well-informed campaign and a favorable chance at election.

Jim Price Oconee County Ae Jim Jim’ Price Georgia Madison Advertiser

To Hunt Bear in the Northwest

Vancouver B C March 31 The open season for bear hunting in British Columbia begins at midnight tonight and scores of hunting parties are ready to begin the chase The sport annually draws many noted sportsmen and this year visitors from eastern Canada the United States and even England are expected Bear numbers have not been plentiful recently but a season of excellent sport is anticipated.

Vancouver B. C British Columbia Canada United States England

Saved His Mother's Life with Electric Bitters

Mrs Laura Gaines of Avoca Louisiana says four doctors gave up on her but her son urged Electric Bitters. She credits the remedy with restoring her health and vigor amid fainting spells dizziness and debility. Sold by W. J. Smith and H. R. Palmer & Sons for 50 cents.

Laura Gaines Avoca W. J. Smith H. R. Palmer & Sons

Central Texas Teachers' Association Meet Opens in Stamford

The Central Texas Teachers' Association holds its annual meeting at Stamford College starting today in Stamford Texas with Ment T. C. Williams of Haskell expected to wed. Proceedings continue tomorrow.

Tamford Texas Central Texas Teachers’ Association Stamford College T. C. Williama Haskell

WESONVILLE MEETING COMES TO END

WESONVILLE, Fla. March 31. The meeting at Moncrief Park ends tomorrow with a full closing day program headlined by the American Derby.

Wesonville Nville Fla Moncrief Park

Fined Athens Resident Shows Prohibition Law’s Reach

Commerce News editorial voices support for Athens judge Henry S West who fined a leading citizen $1000 for liquor sales in violation of state and city law. The piece argues penalties must fit crime, apply equally to all social ranks, and reflect higher accountability for educated and prominent citizens.

The Commerce News Clarke County Henry S. West Athens West Judge West Brown Tibe

Vinci Cod Liver and Iron Tonic Ad in Athens Daily

Spring fever and sudden weather shifts bring health risks like pneumonia and bronchitis. The ad promotes Vinci cod liver and iron tonic as a tonic for digestion blood enrichment sleep and appetite, with a money back guarantee. Harrison Palmer & Sons, Druggists, Athens, Ga.

Mark Twain Vinci H. Ie Palmer & Sons Athiens

Handsome scarf pin free offer from Gotham Company

A New York firm at 1161 Broadway offers a free gold plated scarf pin to any reader sending name and address with five two cent stamps. The promotion aims to introduce a new catalogue of general merchandise jewelry and household goods.

New York United States Gotham Company Broadway N. Y

Greece a promising market for American cotton goods

Avlanta Ga March 31 Information from the U S Bureau of Manufactures shows Greece imports over 2 1/2 million dollars yearly in raw cotton yarns and goods yet Patras importers say they have never seen American samples. Patras Calamara and Corfu consume about a million dollars in cotton goods mostly from abroad with 25 firms in Patras alone. The article notes three fast New York to Patras steamship lines and twoship cargo times matching Liverpool routes. the U S consul offers to display samples if price lists and materials are provided.

Avlanta United States Bureau of Manufactures Greece Patras Calamara Corfu New York Liverpool United States The Bureau of Manufactures

Kicked by a Mad Horse Heals with Arnica Salve

Samuel Birch of Beetown Wisconsin escaped severe injury after a horse kick. Doctors could not heal the painful sore, but Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured it completely. Advertises as great healer for ulcers burns boils eczema scales leats corns cold sores bruises and more. 25 cents at J Smith & Bro and H Palmer & Sons.

Samuel Birch Beetown Wis J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons

Clergy Rally for Anglo-American Arbitration Treaty

London March 31 Arrangements are complete for a major demonstration at Albert Hall to back the proposed general arbitration treaty between Britain and the United States. The event is under the free churches and will feature the Archbishop of Canterbury and other prominent churchmen as speakers.

London Albert Hall The Free Churches Archbishop of Canterbury

Asthma Catarrh Cured by Senpine Experiment

Expert medical scientists announce startling results from Senpine, a fireat discovery for asthma, catarrh, hay fever, and bronchitis. The Woodworth Co. offers a free experimental package to New York readers, promising cure despite duration or climate.

New York Woodworth Co Dept Broadway New York City Vienna University

Rheumatism relief with Chamberlain liniment advertised

The advertisement claims relief from rheumatism pain allows sleep and rest when Chamberlains Liniment is applied and offered for sale by all dealers.

Girl Teacher Flogs Assistant to Maintain School Order

In a Georgia community the young female teacher, faced with a rowdy male-dominated group, used strict discipline including whippings to restore order. Her decisive methods won control, led to a calmer classroom, and proved a girl with grit can govern a school.

Extra session opens with Canada reciprocity focus

Washington March 31 The opening of the extra session called to act on the Canada reciprocity agreement draws senators and representatives from far and near arriving by train Baggage trucks fill the streets signaling a return to business The Sixty second congress will reorganize The oath taking and early work occupy the first day Taft message likely centers on Canadian reciprocity and Tariff Commission The session will mark Democrats as the new House rulers ending sixteen years of Republican control New rules of procedure will be tested as power in legislation is further curtailed

Washington D. C Canada Taft Tariff Commission Reed, Henderson Cannon

Some Usual and Some Unusual Chicago Stories

Chicago March 29. A bid of 500000 shows the value of a depot transfer franchise as a rival bids to move passengers and baggage by transfer buses. The police arrest issue centers on repeated detentions of a man released from prison, prompting an inquiry and reforms by Chief Steward. His annual report notes fewer arrests, reduced vice, and that most homicides stem from sudden passion rather than deliberate killings. The vice regime reports spark alarm with some committee reports ordered burned to conceal details.

Chicago Central Howard Association F. Emory Lyon Hendametéra Schuettka Schultz Lyon Cty T'1 Vice Commission

Foley Kidney Pills End Back Pain and Restore Sleep

J J Southers of Eau Claire Wisconsin reports improved health after using Foley Kidney Pills. He describes back pain kidney soreness and poor appetite before treatment and says he now sleeps soundly and feels greatly improved. Sold by all druggists.

J. J. Southers Eau Claire Wis

Cardui praised as safe remedy by Mount Pleasant woman

Mount Pleasant Tennessee reader Mrs. M. E. Rail says Cardui restored her two year weakness and strong health and credits the tonic with aiding her daughter’s health during puberty. She extols Cardui as worth its weight in gold due to its all vegetable composition and gentle action.

Mount Pleasant Tenn M. E. Rail Cardus N.B

Harvest Train Promises Big Payoff For Georgia Agriculture

The college on wheels tour penetrated 120 counties touching 350 000 people and spurred broad interest in modern agricultural science across Georgia. Audiences varied from curious to eager, with many farmers seeking practical business farming insights. Experts say the state now shows unprecedented receptivity to scientific methods, promising lasting benefits.

College On Wheels Georgia

Rheumatism Relief in Six Hours Promoted by Doctor Detchon

Dr Detchon's Relief for Rheumatism promises rapid relief with first dose in hours. It claims to work by removing the disease cause and using a systemwide action. Sold by L P Canning, druggist, corner Clayton and Jackson streets.

Holy Noise society forms in Savannah to curb profanity

A Savannah Catholic group establishes the Holy Noise society aimed at stopping the use of profane language. A Mrs. FL Marti of St. Joe Michigan praises Foley's Toney and Tar Compound for curing her child's severe bronchial trouble and cough. The San Francisco Labor Council seeks labor representation on the Panama-Pacific exposition committee. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, made with leaf sugar and roots, is praised for colds and whooping cough and sold by dealers.

Savannah Holy Noise Society FL Marti St. Joe Mich Foley All Directy San Francisco

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