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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1913
Page
4
Athens grows steadily amid calls for street railway extension in East Athens and Berberville. The piece argues for constructive citizenship and discusses U S policy on Huerta, women in politics, and Georgia’s need to confirm Senator Bacon’s nomination by direct election under new federal law.
The article argues for immediate passage of a measure to elect U S senators by people rather than legislature. It centers on Senator Bacon from Georgia, who won a large majority in last year’s primary, and contends the coming summer election should simply ratify that choice under the new constitutional amendment.
A late 19th or early 20th century voice discusses the suffrage movement, noting rising agitation in the United States and abroad. It cites Massachusetts opposition, argues women should influence society without voting, and includes a letter by Jane Dexter questioning a flood of public office for women and the strain on their bodies.
Yesterday morning Judge Brand addressed jurors over excuses from businesses seeking to be exempt. He warned that any further illegal excuses should be offered now or forever hold their peace, triggering a ripple among attendees before the sheriff restored order.
The grand jury will convene Monday with expectations to begin work this week though the outcome remains uncertain. The report will determine whether charges are brought in ongoing inquiries.
The judge announced the criminal docket will be in session next Monday and indicated the Brand jury should stay at least one day during the week dedicated to criminal business.
The Superior Court will meet at 9 oclock on Tuesday. The text notes a seasonal shift from 10 oclock on mornings prior, with 9 oclock becoming the regular convening hour except the first day. It mentions the Grand Jury being sworn and the Petit Jury in progress.
Highlights include Samuel Johnson's Dictionary published in 1755 John Lothrop Motley born 1814 the Hartford deaf asylum opened 1817 Lincoln died 1865 Matthew Arnold died 1888 Titanic disaster 1912 and other noted dates and figures 1809 1822 1907.
The piece notes Tom Mann born April 15 1856 in Warwickshire who became a key figure in British labor. It traces his early work as a pit boy, apprenticeship in Birmingham, shift to London, and rise as a social democratic organizer and dock strike leader. It also lists other contemporaries with birthdays.
In Athens the ad urges quick action during kidney danger and cites J. Segraves of Winder Georgia praising Doan's Kidney Pills. He claims long relief after years of back pain feverish nights and dizziness and notes occasional cold triggered attacks since using the product. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo is listed as U.S. agents with price 50 cents.
Mrs A McGill of Jonesboro Arkansas describes a complete health breakdown improved by Cardul. She reports relief from headache and backache and says she can do housework again after taking the tonic. The ad urges other women with women's ailments to try Cardul.
For rheumatism you will find nothing better than Chamberlains Liniment. Try it and see how quickly it gives relief. For sale by all dealers.
Ardeen Foster an English figure and International commissioner for the Emancipation of Sweated Women and Girls visited to promote reform. He urged whippings for male offenders and called for a minimum wage and child labor bans while noting anti American actions by his London society. The United States also pursues stronger women’s protections amid this period.
Advertisement claims Wilson's Freckle Cream removes freckles and tan with guaranteed full restoration of natural beauty. It promises a money back refund if not satisfied and notes mail order option. Also promotes Wilson's Fair Skin Soap and Mammotane with prices and seller H.R. Palmer & Sons.
The U S Army hydroaeroplane called a dying boat underwent a recent test at the North Island aviation grounds in San Diego California. The craft rests on a single center pontoon with a gyroscope to maintain equilibrium and small buffers at wing tips to handle water dips. Several aviators plan a possible cross Atlantic flight this summer spurred by a $50 000 prize from an English publication.
A vintage health notice touts Mi-Ona Stomach Tablets as a remedy for indigestion and stomach weakness caused by strenuous living. It claims the product stimulates stomach walls, increases digestive fluids, soothes irritation, and improves nutrient uptake with a money back guarantee. Weather signs list common rural indicators of rain.
An advertisement promises a $100 reward for any catarrh case Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot cure. It claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces to destroy disease foundation and strengthen the body, with testimonials and a Toledo Ohio address for further details.
Advertises RHEUMA as a cure for rheumatism and related ailments including lumbago sciatica arthritis gout and kidney disease. Promises rapid relief within a day to a week and asserts its price at 50 cents a bottle with proven results. H. R. Palmer & Sons are named as sellers.
Open and close prices for cotton oil futures are listed from January to November with daily spreads. In local news, Miss Eula Thomas departs for Winterville for the Griffith Haynes wedding, Miss Mary Lyndon plans a trip to Atlanta, Mrs. Alvie Stinchcomb returns from Paxton Florida, Mrs. G F Stevenson visits, and Chapter C D meets this afternoon at 4:30 with Mrs John E Talmadge Jr at her residence on Prince.
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