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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1914

Page

4

Memorial Day plans and local notices in Athens Georgia

Special notice and local items from Athens Georgia discuss Memorial Day arrangements at Oconee cemetery with a call to decorate graves by Saturday, library needs at the University of Georgia, and reflections on national honor. Also commentary on war coverage, Mexican events, and Georgia Tech baseball crowds. The Athens Women Presbyterial announces its seventh annual meeting with officers listed.

Oconee University of Georgia Commerce Athens Presbytery Georged. Thomas Athens C. A. Scudder W. B. Barnett R. J. Ward Elberton S. H. Pittard Nancy White Danielsville A. P. Deadwyler

Memorial Day Debate Seeks Factual Confederate History

Georgia urges changes to Memorial Day exercises to teach youth the facts of the Confederacy. Officials insist on nonpartisan instruction, minimizing sentiment, and ensuring children know key events and causes of the war between the states.

Georgia South Cupy

Georgia's State Sanitarium Faces Funding Push

Georgia lawmakers will be asked to provide about 500000 dollars for Milledgeville state sanitarium improvements. Trustees press for funds as patient numbers rise to over 3500, with one third of patients being African American. State spends over half a million annually on maintenance and pledges careful use of any added money.

TREC Milledgeville Georgia Zeimmer Davis Farmer Pill Bill

The Problem of Negro Quarters Sanitation in Atlanta

The article analyzes Atlanta’s health concerns and the push for cleaner Negro quarters. It notes that while some homes are clean, many are unsanitary and poorly ventilated, posing health risks to both Black residents and whites. It links sanitation to broader southern city challenges and official efforts to improve conditions.

Atlanta Gate City South

Great Revival 15 Begun at 2nd Baptist Church

Rev J P Mdmindson of the state Baptist League and Rev J S Cooper led early meetings at West End and Second Baptist churches. Services start nightly at 8 30 with song service 10 minutes prior. Everyone, especially children and workers, invited.

J. P. Mdmindson State Baptist Loar West End J. S. Cooper Second Baptist Church

SAVES DAUGHTER Ready Kentucky Woman Credits Gardui Tonic

Mrs Laura Bratcher of Ready Kentucky recounts a long illness with head pains nervousness and female troubles. After doctors failed she used Gardui tonic taking eleven bottles and reports regained ability to work and improved weight. She endorses Cardus and urges others to try the medicine from druggists or Chattanooga Medicine Co. instruction note attached.

Laura Bratcher Gardui Cardus

Methodist Club Hosts Noted Meeting At Church

Last night at the Methodist church the Methodist Club held an interesting gathering focused on University boys. President McConnell spoke along with Albert Peacock, recently elected Y M C A president, C V Adams and W L Bryan. A Cordova man testifies Chamberlains Tablets cured chronic constipation after doctors failed. For sale by all dealers.

Methodist Church Methodist Club McConnell Albert Peacock V. Adams W. L. Bryan C. W. Robinson Cordova S.C Adv

Mrs Rhodes Improves After Serious Operation

Friends report Mrs A S Rhodes who underwent a serious operation in Atlanta Saturday night is responding well and improving as rapidly as could be expected.

A.S. Rhodes Ia. S. Rhodes Atlanta

Weary Women Seek Relief From Kidney Troubles

A period advertisement highlights Doan's Kidney Pills as the cure for back pain, weak kidneys, and urinary issues. It features testimonials from Mrs. W. M. Patten of Athens Georgia and mentions endorsements from local merchants and a second user in Bremen Georgia. The copy urges readers to demand Doan's Kidney Pills and notes Fors stores carry them.

Dean Athens W. M. Patten

Athens Chamber Smoker Set For Tuesday Night

The Athens Chamber of Commerce calls members to the Regular Monthly Smoker on Tuesday evening April 21 at 8:30 in City Hall Council Chamber. Secretary Clare D Heidler urges efficiency and hearty cooperation to boost local business and success.

Chamber OF Commerce Active Alert Wideawake Chamber of Commerce City of Athens Council Chamber City Hall Clare D Heidler Ate Secy

Split in ranks of Georgia game wardens sparks resignations

Atlanta April 20 a split in Georgia game wardens ends with Fulton county warden Will Zeimmer and two deputies resigning after a heated exchange with Game Commissioner Davis. Zeimmer refused to resign under Davis, a court case loomed, and an argument led to threats before Zeimmer and aides stepped down citing unsatisfactory under Davis.

Atlanta Georgia Will Zeimmer Fulton County Davis Zeimmer Mercer

Exhibit of colored pictures closes today at college avenue school

An art show featuring colored pictures and prints of famous masterpieces will conclude this afternoon from 4 to 6 o clock at the college avenue school. Admission is 10 cents. The event invites all to view the collection and support beautifying the school's interior.

College Avenue School

Notice for Y M C A building plans and bid notice

Plans and specifications for the proposed Y M C A building may be obtained by applying to the undersigned with a $25 check to guarantee return. A notice will be given to bidders thirty days before bids are received for the erection. J W Barnett. Also an advertisement for Electric Bitters claims it strengthens weary women and aids digestion with a spring tonic offering relief or money back.

J. W. Barnett J. C. van de Lande Kirkland

Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment Ad Claim

An advertisement promotes Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment claiming it clears complexion removes pimples eruptions blackheads and red rough skin. It promises relief or money back and notes it is mild soothing and suitable for babies and delicate skin with chapping relief and a 50 cent price at the druggist.

Are Colds Catching and Child Health Warnings

A column warns that colds spread similarly to measles and advises avoiding close contact with anyone who is ill. It urges parents to keep sick children distant from others and to minimize exposure in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces.

Chamberlain Willenathe von Wiseliy Mayr Ple Mayer Geo. H. Mayr Whiting St Chicago Ill

A G Allens Minstrels Draw Packed Paris Audience

A Paris Texas crowd of about 2000 filled a large tent for A G Allens minstrels last night. The show featured a contemporary yet refined performance with prominent city theatergoers in attendance and generally pleased.

Paris A. G. Allen Darkey Faith Paris Morning News Texas

Baseball scores and weather across major leagues

National League results include St. Louis 2 Chicago 6 with rain, Brooklyn-New York rained out, Philadelphia-Boston rained out, Cincinnati-Pittsburgh cold. American League Boston 2 Philadelphia 5 in ten innings, Boston 6 Philadelphia 6 in afternoon, several cold or rain affected games. Federal League Kansas City 2 Indianapolis 7, St. Louis 3 Chicago 1, Pittsburg-Buffalo wet grounds. Southern League Memphis 5 Atlanta 7, Nashville 2 Chattanooga 0, Mobile 1 Montgomery 4, New Orleans 6 Birmingham 0. South Atlantic Charleston 6 Augusta 1, Yorkstown 0 Columbia 2, Columbus 5, Jacksonville 11.

Rte St. Louis Chicago Brooklyn New York Philadelphia Boston Cincinnati Pittsburgh Philadelphia S Chicago-St. Louis Detroit Cleveland New York-Washington Kansas City Indianapolis Pittsburg Buffalo Baltimore-Brooklyn Memphis Atlanta Nashville Chattanooga Mobile Montgomery New Orleans Birmingham Charleston Augusta Younah Columbia Columbus Maren Jacksonville

In Lane Moats Ts Boys Led to Kara

In Lane Moats led the team to a victory against Kara with decisive play. The game highlighted Moats as the standout performer while Kara struggled to respond in the final minutes.

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