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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1916

Page

2

Home Call Poem and Society Notices

The piece opens with Frank L. Stanton's wartime homecoming poem about soldiers returning to peace and home. It shifts to local civic notices praising Miss Smotherman for physical training work at the Huntsville YWCA, then to social items including a Strand theater outing for Miss Nellie Phinizy and a Country Club dance. A spring bazaar is announced by Athens Christian church with dates April 11 to 13 at the former Magpie room on College avenue.

Chicago Institute of Physical Culture Bernard McFadden Miss Smotherman Athens Wedford Brown Barrow Ladies of the Christian Church College Avenue

Mary Harris Armor III Unable To Speak In Athens

Prohibition lecturer Mary Harris Armor III, set to address a mass meeting at the Christian church, remains confined to her room with grippe and may reschedule for an Athens date. Mrs. James William Moore hosts a refined bridge party in Birmingham with three tables, featuring foliage plants, flag lilies, a silk bag prize, and pansy consolation trophy.

Mary Harris Armor III Mary Harris Armor Prohibition Christian Church Athens Grippe James William Moore Roy Strickland Birmingham

Delightful Sewing Party for Miss Hannah Joel

Mrs Arthur Flatan hosted a sewing club gathering for Miss Hannah Joel a bride elect. The informal event featured embroidery of an initial for the honoree and an elaborate salad course and ices in a decorated home. It capped a week of charming observances for Miss Joel.

Hannah Joel Arthur Flatan Young Ladies Sewing Club Joel

Humane Sunday May 21 1916 urged for kindness to all beings

The American Humane Association urges observation of Humane Sunday May 21 1916 across states. Ministers of all faiths are asked to preach kindness to children the elderly the sick the poor and animals. Free literature will aid sermons. write 287 State Street Albany NY for details. A noted pianist Leslie Hodgson visited Augusta as part of a southern tour.

American Humane Association State Street Albany New York Augusta Leslie Hodgson H Is Country Adele Petit Hodgson New

Augusta and Macon Eyes Federation Move After Fire

The Augusta women discuss delaying hosting the State Federation of Women's Clubs for a year after a recent fire. Macon hosts a planning session to invite the federation this October, with delegates to decide at a later called meeting.

Macon State Federation of Woman's Clubs Augusta Telegraph Dempsey T. C. Parker

Materials for the Juniors Fashion Guide

Tweed cheviot vicuna corduroy and broadcloth form the coat fabrics with fur trim often used. Velveteen coats in burgundy Russian green sapphire blue and gold are noted. Dressy Georgette crepe frocks with velveteen taffeta or crepe de chine mix. Semiprincess line favored yet ensembles stay simple for youth. Evening gowns in pastel tulles over satin and two tone taffeta noted. Velvet frocks with gold tracery on bodice and skirt appear. Party frocks feature sheer yokes sleeves of tulle or maline. Sport wear includes angora Nama wool sweaters with contrasting borders. Silk sweaters in checked or striped designs offered. High colors lead in sport gear but matching caps with school colors suit students. Washable flannel or serge dresses with bloomers provide warmth and economy. two or more bloomers per dress advised.

Fussiness Absent as Children’s Dress Becomes Simpler

The article notes a trend toward simple, well styled children's attire. Young girls appear healthier and happier in dainty frocks and tailored coats, reflecting French English or American influences. Despite pared trimming, costs rise for high quality garments.

For Your Child’s Cough Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey

If a child has a cold nose runs or coughs, get a small bottle of Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey. It’s a pleasant syrup children like and soothes the cough, calms fretful sleep, and aids in a quick recovery. Insist on Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey. 25c at your Druggist.

Dr. Bell

Decorating the Fish Bowl Modern Aquarium Feature

A modern style aquarium shaped like a huge fish bowl captivates with black painted leaves stems and flowers on the exterior and jade marbles instead of gravel inside. Coppery fish flash in the bowl creating a striking color effect.

Michael's May issue for cardholders arrives

All subscribers with cards are asked to present them at Michael's to receive the May issue.

Cardsae Michael

New Standard Patterns Debut For May Fashion Sheet

The May collection brings new Standard patterns ready for distribution. Styles are described as fetching and readers are urged to obtain the latest fashion sheet for details.

Summery Book of Countless Summer Costumes

A compact catalogue noting outfits for street afternoon evening weddings graduation and travel. Highlights new twimings materials and popular styles for all ages and occasions with concise guidance.

Charles Lamb Mistaken For Clergyman At Dinner

A dinner scene shows Charles Lamb with a white cravat causing a mix up as guests seek a chaplain. Lamb, with his lisping manner, asks if an old clergyman is present and then offers a prayer, saying Let us thank God.

Charles Lamb Grace Lamb

Dangers of Draft and Sloan's Liniment Benefit

An ad-like notice warns drafts cause neuralgia stiff neck and rheumatism and promotes Sloan's Liniment to ease pain. It claims rapid relief for neuralgia neuritis headaches and sore muscles with one or two applications and notes a price of 25 cents at druggists.

Where He Got Them

A narrator notes magazines scattered across Pikesley rooms and recalls four were taken from him last night before he had read a single issue. The exchange hints at a pattern of ongoing thefts from Pikesley.

Pikesley

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