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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1917
Page
5
An old advertisement urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs to constipated children showing symptoms like crossness feverishness and upset stomach. It claims quick relief within hours, emphasizes a pleasant taste, and warns to avoid counterfeit syrups while advising to buy the 50 cent bottle made by the California Fig Syrup Company.
An advertisement touts a single effective Bromo Quinine laxative claiming to cure a cold in one day and grip in two days. It urges buyers to look for the signature of E. W. Grove on the box and notes a price of 25.
Community leaders urge a countywide patriotism drive with parades rallies and food production campaigns. Clergy women and colored communities organize meetings at the Chamber of Commerce and churches to coordinate preparedness efforts across Clarke County and surrounding areas.
The note promotes Linton Spring Water as pure and emphasizes sanitary measures overseen by authorities. Capt. Dick detains seven men to guard the water supply, and a power plant detail at Barnett Shoals accompanies dam and plant protection. Two new patrolmen, Natasha Johnson and Harvey Seagraves, join the city police to bolster order and preparedness. Also advertised is a furnished room for rent with private bath and utilities.
Ernest W. Carrington of Winder married Miss Eula May Segars at Rev. John H. Wood’s home in Winder on a sunny Sunday. Carrington is cashier at J. T. Strange & Co. and has two brothers here. Segars was the daughter of the late Henry Segars, a former mayor.
Green and Michael, loan department, 11 advertise available funds for loans on city real property and farm lands. They claim ready cash and flexible terms to assist borrowers seeking financing for urban or agricultural parcels.
See a show of silk fabrics including Khaki Kool and Pussy Willow exclusive to Michael's. Crepe de chine ta ffta messaline Georgette crepe and sport silks in Piping Rock Yasan Pongees and Tussahs showcased. Striped shirting silks and a wide color selection tempt shoppers seeking stylish options.
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