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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1921
Page
3
An advertisement touts Mentho Sulphur as a quick remedy for eczema and itching. It claims germ destroying action, cooling effect after first use, and rash healing, with harmless formula available from druggists.
A Mrs D J Shelley of Earlville writes that Chamberlains Cough Remedy cured her daughter Anna of a severe old cough years ago and she has recommended it since. She notes it contains no narcotic and is a pleasant syrup safe for children to take.
A free lecture at the Colonial Theater on Sunday afternoon April 17 at 3 30 will argue that Biblical prophecies prove thousands will not die and that the end times are near. Pastor W M Wisdom invites all to hear the Time and the Association's message amid claims of 1914 events and a coming new heaven and new earth.
Southern Bell in Athens introduces a new audible ring feature. Subscribers hear a soft buzzing when the operator rings a number, indicating progress and frequency, while toll calls remain handled by toll operators. The improvement aims to clarify when a call is being connected and reduce subscriber uncertainty.
Prof Heatwole explains how state county and city officials derive authority from the people and operate under state regulations. He compares county and city governance, noting city charters grant powers and outline forms of government, likening cities to corporations with special powers.
The April term 1921 of the Federal Court for the Eastern division of the Northern District of Georgia is expected to adjourn early next week after a lengthy docket. John W. Henley, praised as one of the most efficient assistants to District Attorney Hooper Alexander, led the prosecutions with notable success due to his broad legal experience and long service as an Assistant United States Attorney.
An article discusses Georgia’s trend toward electing many state and local officials by the people. It notes experts question the wisdom of electing supreme court judges and school superintendents and mentions a class on Community Civics at the University of Georgia with talks on The State Constitution and County Government in Georgia this week.
Claude Cameron, English golf expert and recent summer pro at Kanuga Lake, N C, arrives in Athens to serve as club professional at Cloverhurst Country Club starting July 1. He will offer lessons to members. Outdoor swimming construction is planned and to begin soon, with use expected by May. President Dudley calls a special meeting Monday at 1 PM in Chamber of Commerce rooms Hinton Building to discuss business ahead of next month’s annual officers election.
American League games listed include St Louis 7 Cleveland 6 and Boston 8 New York 3. National League shows Boston 7 Brooklyn 1 and Philadelphia 11 New York 5 with other results noted as Pittsburg and Chicago St Louis tied to snow or rain. College games cover multiple campuses with varied outcomes including Union, Princeton, Yale and Army win at West Point.
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