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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1912
Page
5
There have been 149 of the 5 280 feet of pennies raised by local ladies for the Hiawassee settlement projects this month. The effort aims to complete a full mile of contributions within April despite variable weather.
A local Athens rooster astonishes with six spurs on each leg far above the normal count. The bird showed no game bird traits yet possessed multiple defensive and offensive spurs. Purchased by a young Mr. Adams at a market, the fowl’s three long spurs were preserved on its feet and legs.
In Commerce Georgia on April 1 a permanent organization of the Men s Religious League was completed after a two week temporary setup. A committee including Dr Gilbert Dobbs C J Hood Rev Fr Qu lfan and Mr John F Shannon Rev George M Telford and Col Geo L Carson Sr of local Baptist Methodist and Presbyterian churches was appointed to organize the league.
A Rivesville reader writes that after three years of back and pelvic pain and sleepless nights a doctor said surgery was needed. She credits Cardus with her recovery and urges others to try it, claiming it relieves symptoms and reaches the cause.
A church committee drafted a union constitution and by laws which the league unanimously adopted. Officers elected: Dr. Gilbert Dobbs president. Rev. Frank Quillian vice president. John F. Shannon secretary. Claude Little treasurer. A new pastors' committee will arrange a summer union meeting in Commerce, forecast to bring a revival.
An advertisement promotes HEM-ROID as a tablet tonic that cures piles by improving circulation. It claims a 24 days supply for $1 sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons and other druggists, with a free booklet available from Dr. Leonhardt Co. in Buffalo New York.
Mrs H Silks of 29 Dowling Street Sydney Australia reports her little son recovered from a severe cold after using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. She notes that before finishing a small bottle he was as well as ever. The remedy is sold by all dealers.
Harmony Grove lodge No. 30 I O O F elected John B. Harman Chas Gillespie and R L J Smith as representatives to the Grand Lodge of Georgia to meet in Gainesville May 23. The lodge, under D M Nix Noble Grand B B Sharp vice grand R Nix financial secretary J H Crow warden, is in flourishing condition and projected to prosper under their administration.
An advertisement claims Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets relieve indigestion and dyspepsia with quick relief and improved appetite. It asserts a 95 percent origin rate for stomach illness, notes three sizes at 25 cents, 50 cents, and 1.00, and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied. It invites customers to buy only at H. R. Palmer & Sons Rexall Store.
An advertisement proclaims Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only proven cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease. It asserts internal use treats blood and mucous surfaces, builds up constitution, and offers $100 for testimonials. Toledo Ohio based Cheney Company markets the remedy nationwide.
Nashville April 1 Georgians will appear on programs at the Southern Commercial Congress meeting in Nashville April 8 9 and 10 The theme is The Souths Agricultural and Educational Recovery Dr A M Soule of Athens will preside over the Extension Teaching in Agriculture conference with leaders from Georgia Alabama and other states listed for sessions on organization federal legislation farmers cooperative demonstrations boys and girls industrial clubs extension schools educational trains diversification and soil studies.
The advertisement claims grip leaves weakness nerviness appetite and energy loss from disordered liver and kidneys. Electric Bitters is praised as a tonic blood purifier and regulator of stomach liver and kidneys. Thousands allegedly benefited, restoring health and spirits after grip. Sold for 50 cents with guaranteed satisfaction by W. J. Smith & Bro. and H. R. Palmer & Sons.
Miss Jessie R A reddened nose is cured by frequent bathing with hot and cold water. Do not eat highly spiced foods. Mary Jones Freckle cream promises improvement with Wilson's Freckle Cream. Follow directions and you will see results. Sold by H R Palmer & Sons, Druggists.
City Clerk Wood issued numerous licenses for specific taxes for the coming year. Ad valorem taxes are due on the 15th with a 2 percent discount for early full payment. Many large taxpayers plan to pay in full to take the discount.
Atlanta April 1 The Tallulah Falls survey report is too technical for immediate action. Governor Brown will have Professor Rich of the University travel to Atlanta to explain details to state officials before a decision. Professor Koch may prepare a summary and compare the present survey with the 1820 study.
Editor from the Oconee Enterprise told The Banner that Oconee County is solid for Underwood for president. The visit was to discuss his campaign and local backing.
W. B. Holsclaw of Clarendon Texas recalls his brother’s dreadful cough that seemed consumptive until Dr King’s New Discovery. He says ten bottles cured him completely and left him weighing 218 pounds. The family praises the remedy as quick reliable and guaranteed. Sold by W J Smith and Co and H R Palmer and Sons with a free bottle offer.
Miss Ruby Freeman of Winterville visited yesterday for shopping. Mrs. E. J. Johnson of Crawford is in the city. Mrs. W. H. Pool of Farmington spent yesterday here. Miss Annie Lou Giles of Farmington visiting. Miss Mabel Mayne of Bishop in town. Col. T. W. Rucker of Atlanta spent the weekend with relatives. Miss Mamie Cohen of Madison visiting Miss Susie Cohen. Mrs. Dave Long of Carlton and her daughter Miss Jennie Long of Agnes Scott were in the city shopping.
Eminent American nature student and author John Burroughs arrived in Pelham New York yesterday after a month in Athens and Savannah. He plans to return to Georgia next winter to visit Dr J H R De Loach.
An advertisement touts RHEUMA as a rapid remedy that cleanses uric acid from kidneys liver and blood lifting rheumatism pain. It claims two daily doses cure, guarantees results or money back, and promotes mail orders from the Rheuma Co Buffalo New York at 60 cents a bottle.
Indian Runner Duck eggs high grade show pen prices 5 per 14 for light fawns. Choice brown pens 3 per 14 from mixed yards. Special deal 92 per 14. Buff Orpingtons and C R E Reds 2 per 16. Suncrest Farm contact 332-1.
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