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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1922
Page
6
An old ad promotes Pyramid Pile Suppositories as relief for piles, itching, and pressure, claiming comfort and better rest. It notes stock in Sand Canada and a price of 60 cents a box, with a call to order via Pyramid Drug Building in Marshall, Michigan.
Feature on Jackie Kid Coogan, six year old star in My Boy at the Palace today and tomorrow. The film follows a boy whose father dies in France and mother in transit to America, detailing his troubles and ultimate joy as he tours New York with poignant, humorous scenes. Coogan’s pantomimic talent is highlighted as the picture’s appeal grows with audience acclaim.
Larry Semon, famed comedian, performs real furniture moving in The Rent Collector at Walner theatre. He carries and removes set pieces to prove a joke about realism, while Frank Alexander plays the burly tenant. The sequence includes heavy props and staged stunts amid comic chaos.
The Wolverine stars Helen Gibson and an all star cast in a six reel photo drama titled The Wolverine. Spencer Croductions scoured the northwest for Arabian mounts and endured heavy losses including ten horses and two cameras during filming. Snow bound for ten days, guides and crew faced storms and isolation before continuing the shoot for the great snow scenes.
A stated communication of Mount Vernon Lodge No. 22 F and A M will be held in their hall at the Masonic Temple Thursday evening at eight o clock. All candidates prepared with the examination for the several degrees will present themselves promptly. By order of H A Nix W M and G Quinn Secretary.
Judge Sibley recessed the federal court after a three day grand jury session that disposed of 67 criminal docket cases. Forty five true bills and 13 no bills were returned with several withdrawals due to absent witnesses. Prohibition cases dominated, including fines for Grover Eberhart and R E Thornton, a not guilty for Sam Scott, and a 60 day sentence for George Cobb. A closing note mentions a movie star sending her husband a weekly check for a million kisses.
An old advertisement argues that being too thin is unhealthy and promotes Gude's Pepto-Mangan as a supplement to build health and restore weight. It claims the product does not directly add weight but improves overall health, available in liquid and tablet forms at druggists.
Clarke county superior court grand jury returned a number of true bills Wednesday morning and turned them over to court authorities. Indictments include involuntary manslaughter against J. C. and A. M. McClure tied to a Forsyth fatal crash on Mitchell Bridge Road. Other charges name Will Perkins with carrying a pistol and assault with intent to murder, and Eberneezer Hill with Fred Jackson for assault with intent to murder. Additional arrests include Fred Jackson for carrying a concealed weapon, Bob Browner for simple larceny of three bales of cotton, and Scott Allen with two bills listed.
A report states pleas on file for ple larceny to Andrew Hudson with two bills for carrying a concealed weapon and pointing at another. Jasper Jones faces burglary and Lee Kinney liquor charges. No bills returned against Cr. A Brit and W W Tarlow for assault and battery. Jury verdicts include timer Oglesby vs Dan Gillam for 198 dollars. Arnold Grocery Co. v Sirgoks & Bedgeod ends in mistrial. First verdict granted in the divorce Mrs BB Sellers vs Edgar Lee Sellers.
A Monday afternoon crash in Augusta, Georgia, when a jitney driven by Frank Connor struck Martin Hart, a Black cyclist, who died shortly after the incident. The report notes Hart died within minutes and references a broader context of contract disputes preventing exclusive selling agreements.
The League of Nations seeks rapid replies from member states to a detailed questionnaire on reducing armaments. It outlines economic, financial, and industrial factors to assess national strength, including currency, prices, wealth, real estate, and military assets, with aims to meet by July for discussion.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled in a copyright dispute brought by Standard Fashion Company and Magrane-Houston Company of Boston. The decision centers on rights over design and reproduction, affecting how fashion items are protected under patent and copyright law.
A reader suggests using a tea kettle as a sterilizer for a boy's water. By sealing the spout with a cork, steam is trapped inside to react with the water, claimed to improve sterilization.
The Prince of Wales arrived in Yokohama aboard a British warship to begin his official visit to Japan. Thousands lined disciplined streets as American and Japanese dignitaries, including Ambassador Charles S. Warren, were present. The harbor procession drew cheers with gun salutes and sirens as the Renown led allied ships into Tokyo Bay.
The display highlights longer skirts and new styles in Atlantic City spring fashion. Knickers appear in view and observer reaction leans toward modest attire as trends edge toward a retro look.
Blanche Silvia of 69 Grant Street Tugon Mass praises Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for lifting her mood and energy after months of lifelessness. She says she could work in a laundry and plan daily tasks while feeling well, and she urges others to use the remedy.
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