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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1911
Page
6
Bids were opened for a 258 foot tower at the Battery to house the local weather bureau. The structure will overlook the harbor, display day signal flags, and feature powerful night flash signals. It will offer a clear sweep of the lower bay and be visible from far beyond the Statue of Liberty.
Madison Wisconsin April 18 the state sues trustees of the Marshall Field estate to recover 100000 in inheritance taxes on stocks and bonds owned in Wisconsin railroads by a Chicago resident The court case acts as a test to determine if Wisconsin can tax inheritances on stocks owned by non residents in its corporations
A speech to the Farmers' Union argues that opportunities for youths are abundant if they are properly equipped. It denounces parental neglect and emphasizes education as the key to success, noting the demand for capable young workers and the shrinking chance for those unprepared to rise.
A Erie resident reports five years of female troubles ended after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. After two bottles she saw a big change, completed six, and regained health. The testimonial cites no narcotics, notes widespread cures, and invites other women to seek advice from Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
A letter from Chas S. Barrett of Union County Georgia argues for broad access to education. He contends not all need college but every boy deserves a fair start despite family finances. He cites democratic schooling and the cost of success, urging perseverance and equal opportunity in the race with others.
A patent medicine ad claims Dr Detchon’s Relief relieves rheumatism in six hours with remarkable systemic action. It asserts the disease disappears quickly after a first dose and lists prices 75 cents and one dollar. Sold by L P Canning, druggist, corner Clayton and Jackson streets.
Rev. Gilbert Dobbs of Commerce First Baptist preached on Popular Amusements in a second sermon on When the Devil Came to Commerce. He denounced theater dancing and card playing as harmful to morals, urged living close to nature, and said true joys come from obedience to God.
Pazo Ointment promises to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days or a full refund. This ad claims a money back guarantee and lists a 50 cent price.
An advertisement claims rheumatism is caused by excess uric acid and requires an internal remedy. It rejects liniments as ineffective and touts Rheumacide as a complete cure that cleanses poisons, tones the stomach, and regulates kidneys, sold 3c and 1 a bottle with tablets available by mail from Bobbitt Chemical Co.
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