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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1909

Page

2

Death of W P Pattillo Shocks Atlanta Insurance Circle

Atlanta dispatch reports the sudden death of W P Pattillo 1837 4 27 Norris County born Methodist educator turned insurance executive. A longtime Southern Mutual general agent in Atlanta he suffered heart failure at home after a day with family. Survived by three children and nine grandchildren with ties to Emory University and local churches.

Dngoy Williem Po Pattiila Arita Lis Howe Pattila Sallie Clase Allen Chese Mutual Insurance Athens Company Jos Banner Southern Mutual Atlanta Ww. P. Patillo n+suragee South Peoria Century Fair Street Howard Pattitlo Pasyer Howard Pattie James J. Baird Pattilla William Pulaski Pattilla Norris County John F Pattillo Mary Wingfield Pattillo Emory College Alabama Texas Eastern Texas Methodist Episcopal Church, South Fowler Institute Menerson East Texas Conference Tle T Echool Third Texas Cay Wicksture Georgia Sallie Ribon Chase Southern Pattilos W. F. Pattillo Harburg-Bremen W. P. Pattillo Emory Iward Pattillo Elizabeth Cow Vives Kansas City Mary van Volkenburg Joe Vian Valkenburg Royal Arcanum Traity Methodist Episcopal Church Tat Church Emerg. Ees Idea “Ent

Distinctive Difference In a Yonkers Romance

A Philadelphian recalls a friend’s joking taunt as he reveals a Yonkers woman once “respected” him only, until last night when she confessed she loved him, marking a shift from restraint to affection in a long courtship.

Lippincott Yonkers

Hon Joseph M Brown to Visit Athens

Governor Elect Joseph M Brown will travel from Lawrenceville to Athens next Monday night for an overnight stay. He will depart Tuesday at 10 50 a m for Jefferson to spend the day then proceed to Gainesville and Atlanta. Brown is conducting a hand to hand tour visiting the people across Georgia.

Joseph M.rown Lawrenceville Jefferson Gainesville Atlanta Mr. Brown

The Experience of Ballooning

A detailed tour of ballooning from the 19th century Aero club lofts describes the careful preparation of envelopes, nets, and baskets. It explains ascent physics, weight shifts, wind, and cloud interaction, plus the thrill and dangers of flying at 2,000 to 16,000 feet and the spectacle of sunset from high altitudes.

For Wheoring Cough Give Chamberlains Cough Remedy

It will keep the cough loose ease expectoration and lessen fits of coughing. The remedy is safe and sure. For sale by H.R. Palmer and Sons Orr Drug Company Warren J. Smith and Bro EB C McEvoy L. P. Canning

H.R. Palmer & Sons Orr Drug Co Warren J. Smith & Bro EB. C. McEvoy Ll. P. Canning

Ammonia Sulphate Tax Sparks Fertilizer Debate

In Washington a 6 dollar per ton duty is placed on sulphate of ammonia a key fertilizer by the Dingle act. Sen Smith presses Aldrich on freeing or taxing it while factories argue it should aid farming. The chemical, produced by coke and gas firms, is used mainly in fertilizer and faces controversy over protection versus free import.

Washington Payne Smith South Caroline Aldrich Germany France

Out of Doors: The Natural Life and Tuberculosis

In a Medical Journal essay, Trudeau cites a classic rabbit experiment showing outdoors living benefits health. Indoor rabbits died from tuberculosis while outdoor ones recovered, arguing tuberculosis stems from unnatural living. The piece claims humans are naturally outdoor beings needing fresh air and sunshine.

The Medical Journal Trudeau

Dr. G. W. Truitt Invited for Athens Baptist Meetings

Dr. George W. Truitt, a leading Texas Baptist minister, is invited to Athens to conduct a series of meetings at the First Baptist Church next fall. A committee from the Athens church including M. A. Jeukens Col C. M. Snelling John A. Darwin and A. S. Parker traveled to Macon to extend the invitation.

Athens First Baptist Church George W. Truitt Texas South First Baptist M. A. Jeukens C. M. Snelling John A. Darwin A.S. Parker Macon

Georgia Boy Wok Bride in Japan Pittsburg

Lieutenant Walter O. Thoswell of Green County Georgia married Miss Anna Orr daughter of James P. Orr of Pittsburg after a Japan trip. Best man was Lieutenant James Oswell. reception followed a quiet ceremony due to the bride's mother's death. They plan a western wedding trip and will reside at Fort Logan Denver after June 1.

Pittsburg Japan Walter O. Thoswell United States Arming Green County Georgia Anna Th Orr Orr James P. Orr James Oswell United Statering J. Paul Fife Towa Gonzal John Z Tershing Philippines Wiliam Youngs J Deoree Young New York Mary Campbell Jarsons Camden Majorie Toe Licetaire Poli Fleanor Clarke Taveford Jane Breese Philadelphia Melon Rawlins Maine Roswell Georgin Boswell Atlanta Tieutenant Boswell Fort Logan Denver Colo Miss Orr Wellasley Wellesley Clilog Pittshore Smommeet Mrs. Fife

Dr King’s New Discovery Cures Child’s Cough

A Springfield merchant credits Dr King’s New Discovery with curing his son’s consumptive illness after three weeks use. The ad claims the medicine was shown by two expert doctors and praises its safety and effectiveness for lung diseases. Trial bottle offered free and full $1.00 bottles sold by local stores.

W. J. Smith & Bro H.R. Palmer & Sons

Roosevelt Denies Paris Interview As Fake

Theoder Roosevelt charges Le Journal correspondent with fabrication after a Naples visit and a Paris interview claim. He says he never met the journalist and sent cables denying the interview. The journalist stands by the report and offers further proof of its veracity. The Richmond News Leader notes party similarities in the public eye.

Man Paris Theodore Roosevelt le Journal Naples Roosevelt Madrose United States Port Said Mr. Roosevelt Suez Lo Journal

Anniversary Exercises At State Normal School Held

The State Normal School held its anniversary program Saturday noon in the auditorium with President FH J. Rowe presiding. Hon. J. W. Simutt and Hon. Robert J. Guinn delivered addresses as part of the program, followed by songs and a dinner toast by M. G. Mie of the Athens Chamber of Commerce. The article recounts the school's history from its 1892 opening and growing to eight buildings, a faculty of over 60, and annual teacher graduates, praising its impact across Georgia.

State Normal School Tresident FH. J. Rowe State Normal School Board of Trustees Athiddriss J. W. Simutt Dudley Nonude Quartette Ano Robert J. Guinn College Park Additon Gues M. G. Mie Athens Chamber of Commerce Wnter Chas State Normal Sell Tre ' Font Vaa S. D. Teavbeeth Tet Fis Wall C. Branson Old Rock College Devin Georgia Muder

Taft Directs Census Appointments Across Party Lines

President Taft instructed Census Director North to appoint suitable men to positions under the new census act without regard to party, with emphasis on southern appointments. The White House announced the policy today, signaling cross party selections for other offices.

Taft Washington White House North

Cooper Cabe Motion Set For April 24 Hearing

Tennessee Court fixed April 24 for the hearing on the Cooper murder case new trial motion. Robin Cooper and his father Col Duncan B Cooper were recently convicted of the murder of W Carmack and sentenced to life terms.

Tennessee Nashville Tenn Cooper Robin Cooper Col Duncan B. Cooper Carmack

Georgia Pear Crop To Be A Failure In Southwest Georgia

Albany article reports a widespread pear blight has ruined the Le Conte crop in southwest Georgia. The cold did not cause it. the common blight infected young fruit, blackened it, and caused early drop, leaving many orchards with little to no yield and potential losses in thousands of dollars.

Albany Georgia Middle West South West

Queen of Gypsies Buried in Ohio

Queen M Gurman wife of James Curnan king of the Gypsies died November 6 in Pittsburg. Her funeral was held in Cincinnati with Gypsy camps from across the United States attending. The service was conducted by Father of St Patrick's church and continued through the night at St Joseph's Cemetery.

Chisinnati M Gurman James Curnan Conelddo Oltre Othe St. Joseph's Cemetery Pittstarg Kan Cincinnati Mim Creek Cwhin Rle Father of St. Patrick’s Church

Italy Protests Night Riders as Tobacco Purchases Rise

The Italian government was buying about 31 million pounds of tobacco yearly in Kentucky and Tennessee for its monopoly. The Italian ambassador protested to Secretary Root over night rider depredations. Root replied the purchase may be private, allowing suit in U.S. courts for property protection. A Baltimore judge ruled the wife is the boss of the house, prompting editorial comment.

Washington State Department Kentucky Tennessee Root Baltimore Savannah Press

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