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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1917

Page

7

State road fund use may challenge automobile law

Avanta Ga April 6. Debate grows over whether diverting any portion of the state road fund from its road use violates the constitution. Secretary Cook plans pro rata county apportionments totaling about 125400 by next month, with 25k more than last year. County sworn reports requested to speed distribution while attorneys question fund legality and constitutional limits. Norris N. Smith of Rome seeks rule against Rome Railway for running streetcars on bridges within city limits as repairs paused service. Southern Express asks to discontinue Moran station on the Macon and Birmingham line, while Southern Railway seeks to move flag stop from Zuda to Hunters Riding.

Avanta Philip Cook State Treasury J. Metz Automobile Commissioner Cook Walker Secretary of State Treasury Rome Atlanta Gia Norris N.smith State Railroad Commission State Commission Rome Railway and Lighting Company Atowah River Quostanula Southern Express Company Moran Macon Birmingham Road Southern Railway Zuda Hunters Riding Mt. Pleasant Bruewick

Athens Man Joins Commerce Board of Trade

Special to the Banner. Athens business leader Martin J. Abney joined the Commerce Board of Trade in Athens Ga. He spoke to the group, received thanks, and was placed on the membership and good roads committees. The board pledged to build on past successes with active efforts ahead.

Athens Board of Trade of Commerce Commerce Martin J. Abney Commerce Board of Trade Abney

Opera Ticket Rush As Trovatore Tosca Sell Fast in Atlanta

The sale of single seats for grand opera in Atlanta began recently with high demand for Il Trovatore and Tosca. Hundreds of tickets are sold as audiences anticipate performances with star singers including Ober and Maazle, while the romantic tale of Manrico and Leonora unfolds across the operas’ plotted intrigue.

Lollie Belle Wylie Atlanta I Trovatore Claudie Muzie Lannars Ober Maazle Metropolitan Opera Bori Alucena

Stern's Styles Lead Youthful Suit Fashion

Young men seek the famous Chas. Stern Co. suits and new sport styles that embody youthful spirit. Older men also favor these fashions. Stern's Styles offer correct clothes for stylish men and young men's wear with special new fashions and shades. Shirts feature late stripe effects, silk cord madras. Heavy silk neckwear appears in figures, stripes, solids.

Chas. Stern Co Stern

Verdi Opera Classics Inspire Somber Musical Vision

The Miserere Angil Chorus Back to Our Mountains Upward the Flames Roll Ah I Have Sighed to Rest Me contribute to shaping a notably musical and tragic Verdi opera. The passage reflects on themes and motifs that define the work’s emotional depth and dramatic arc.

Sign of Good Digestion by Cham berlain's Tablets

An old cheerful lady signals good digestion. If your stomach is impaired or meals lack relish, take Chamberlain's Tablets. They strengthen the stomach improve digestion and promote gentle bowel movement. Obtainable everywhere.

Spring Colds Warned Against Sudden Temperature Shifts

A 1910 style health advisory warns that spring colds worsen with temperature changes and tight underwear. It extols Dr. King's New Discovery for relief, claiming it clears the head and soothes irritated membranes. The ad urges continued use until the cold ends.

Dr. King

Liquor Not Property and Cant Be Stolen

Special to the Banner Atlanta Ga April 6 Georgia law says liquor in possession makes one a violator but stealing liquor is not theft since liquor is not property under Prohibition. Governor Harris and Senate leaders say private premises cannot be searched for liquor without a warrant. Sloan's Liniment advertised for rheumatism and pains claims quick relief and broad use.

Atlanta Georgia Harris Persons Senate

Remobilization of Georgia Troops at Macon

Special to the Banner from Atlanta on April 6 reports the Georgia National Guard to be remobilized. The brigade is expected to return to its Macon camp, stay in training, and reach a full peace footing with added troops, aiming for 165 per company as a war footing objective. Units statewide now scattered are to be reorganized to preserve seasoned soldiers and maintain readiness.

Atlanta National Guard of Georgia Macon Savannah War Department Iiiiere Wellald

Rank Foolishness About Colds and Remedies

The piece argues that colds rise in cold damp weather and are not caused by cold air. It asserts the microbe behind colds thrives in damp, cold conditions and recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective and trustworthy after years of use. The ad notes the remedy is obtainable everywhere.

Piles Cure Promise In Sixteen Days Exclusive Ad Claim

Advertisement promises cure for itching bleeding or protracted piles within six to fourteen days using Pazointment. Claims the first application provides ease and rest and offers a money refund if the treatment fails. Price listed as 50 cents.

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Manrico Count de Luna Leonora Ginev Leon Azcena Chas. Stern Company Good C Sloan National Guards
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