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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1916
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner outlines its history and service terms. It notes 1832 origin, 1892 editor H J Rowe, and carrier delivery to subscribers at annual, semiannual, quarterly, or weekly rates with secure remittance options. It warns carriers cannot solicit subscriptions under any circumstances.
A Conference Committee on National Preparedness notes the U S role in postwar safety and veteran strength. The piece argues Europe’s war exhaustion plus American veterans deter aggression, citing Civil War lessons and a demand for preparedness as Athens and the country observe Flag Day with patriotic zeal.
Athens prepares a major Flag Day program featuring the new electro flag presentation at city hall. The event includes two court sessions, an unveiling of the YMCA cornerstone, a University ball game, and speakers Hon. Sam Olive and Hon. John Temple Graves. The day unites cadets from local schools, veterans, and students in a show of loyalty to the flag.
A discussion on preparedness argues the U S should strengthen defense to deter aggression and uphold peace. An analyst lists nations that would benefit from a strong United States and notes goodwill from protected status and arbitration backed by power for global stability.
Harvard beat the world champions 1 to 0 in Boston with errorless defense. Boston committed four errors and collected five hits while Harvard had four. Batteries were Mahan Garrett and Harte for Harvard and Gregg McHale Agnew for Boston. Also results from Athens Michigan 4 Virginia 0 and Cornell 1 Furman 15 Citadel 4.
A brief advertises Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey for children with cold or coughs. It claims the syrup soothes the cough and helps kids sleep, suggesting parents insist on Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey at their druggist.
In the Northern District of Georgia Eastern Division D Axelrod bankrupt case No 699 creditors of Athens Clarke County Georgia are advised the first meeting of creditors will be held May 3 1916 at 11 o clock in the forenoon at the referee's office Athens Georgia to prove claims appoint a trustee examine the bankrupt and transact business including proposed sale of entire property Dated Athens Georgia April 10 1916 Frank L Upson Referee in Bankruptcy
A reflective remark notes few men truly resemble the ideal portrait a skilled photographer can capture. The quote hints at vanity and the gap between self-image and photographic reality.
Advert says Tanlac restores health and strength after medical failure with numerous testimonials. Notable cases include Mrs. Charles Peden gaining 27 pounds in weeks and Mrs. O C Cason rising from 60 to 95 pounds, plus others praising relief from nervous indigestion and stomach trouble.
The Clarke county Superior Court halted today in honor of Flag Day. Judge Brand presided with grand and traverse juries, announcing a brief, clear charge to the grand jury. Indictments included Hal Mathews for auto theft and several robbery and assault cases on the docket for the week.
Mr. F K Freeman left yesterday for Madison to attend the annual meeting of the Eighth district board of trustees of the Agricultural High School. The board, in which he is an active member, is in session and will continue today. A crucial matter is the election of a new principal and superintendent for the institution.
Laura Rutherford Chapter members gathered at Mrs. Welch home for a program on Memorial Day origin. Officers discussed writing to congressmen and drafting resolutions for the deaths of three members. Plans were set for flag badge sales and a Memorial Day event with a veterans barbecue.
Reno report says J Putnam Stephens imperial potentate of the Mystic Shrine ordered 5000 from the relief fund to aid victims of the Apbasta, Georgia blaze. The donation underscores the organization’s assistance efforts after the disaster.
Georgia State College of Agriculture Greenhouse offers tomatoes figplants peppers hardy perennials and pot plants at reasonable prices with a phone contact 504 for inquiries and orders.
The article advises attacking a cold from the start to prevent complications like asthma and bronchial issues. It promotes Ickman's Alterative as a long tried remedy for upbuilding resistance and treating related troubles, noting it contains no depths or habit forming drugs and is sold by Eckman Laboratory in Philadelphia.
An old newspaper notice promotes Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil claiming to cure the worst sores and relieve pain. It lists prices 25c 50c and 1.00 and mentions court adjourned term with cases 2859 T Mitchell vs Griffith 2001 J D Martin vs Shelton and Duckett bearing on the page.
The remedy Snake Oil it is creating a sensation across the South with thousands using it for rheumatic pains neuralgia and other ailments. It claims to relieve sore joints corns bunions sore throat croup grip diphtheria and tonsillitis with bottles priced at 25¢ and 50¢ from Palmer & Son.
An old advertisement touts a uric acid solvent claiming to relieve bladder trouble and improve strength. It offers a trial bet and asks readers to mail 20 cents with name and address to The Williams Company for distribution expenses.
The cross roads grocery shop hosts the real court of last resort for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Advert mentions sale by all dealers and praises Foley Kidney Pills from Mrs. A G Wells of Rocky Mount NC.
Train No 650 departs 8 30 a m eastern time. Train 62 departs 4 p m. Train 66 departs 4 30 p m Sundays only. Train 61 arrives 12 30 p m except Sundays. Train 63 arrives 12 30 p m. Train 67 arrives 12 m.
Jainesville Midland Ay Georgia timetable shows train 2 leaving Athens 7 20 am train 4 leaving Athens 2 20 pm train 1 arriving 11 46 am and train 4 arriving 6 40 pm. Nos 2 and 4 connect at Belmont for Winder and Monroe with Georgia Railroad for all points and at Gainesville for Gainesville Northwestern stations and with Southern Railway north and south.
North and south bound trains listed with departure times for Seaboard Air Line. No. 11 17 6 29 depart in early morning and No. 30 6 18 12 depart later in the day.
Southern Railway Athens Branch depart trains run daily at 3 20 am and 1 00 pm with Sunday and weekday variations. All points arrival times include 12 40 pm 6 50 pm and 9 45 am. For information contact Paul Pinkerton or tickets via J Sheltn ticket agent.
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