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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1918
Page
7
Local patrons will see Nothing But The Truth a farce praised for its rapid wit and absurd situations. The New York run is cited as proof of its humor with Anderson and Weber supplying a lively cast for an enjoyable evening. Also mentions testimonials about Chamberlain's Tablets helping indigestion and constipation.
With its latest comedy success, the Colonial Theater presents the play on Tuesday April 23 highlighting bold performances and lively crowd reaction. Local patrons flock to see the popular production and Sunday paper reviews praise its wit and timing.
Local ministers urge attendance at a 10 o clock Monday program at the Strand Theater headlined by Dr L O Armstrong of Canada with motion pictures. The notice lists sermons and services across multiple churches including First Baptist First Methodist Central Presbyterian and others with anticipated congregations and evangelistic meetings throughout the day.
Fashion note describes a black and white jersey blouse with white satin trims. It uses 3 yards of 44 inch material and 1 yard of 27 inch silk for medium size, priced at 20 cents. Pattern sizes 34 to 44 inches bust.
An old saying suggests nature cures and doctors take fees but Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is praised for easing lung relief. It liquifies mucus aids in expectoration stops coughing and supports nature in restoring health.
An early 19th century style ad claims catarrh cannot be cured by local applications and must be treated internally. It touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a trusted remedy made from tonic ingredients and claimed to affect mucous surfaces through the body. The text promises relief and invites readers to contact the product’s sponsors for more information.
Informal smoker follows the Country Club annual election of officers and directors. New officers are James A. Benson president Gabriel Toombs vice president Carroll D. Colley J B Green and D Gray Harwell directors. Various social events and visits are noted with hosting by Mrs. Brownie B Irvin Mrs L O Fortson Mrs I T Irvin and daughter Mrs Richard E Lowe and Mrs Marion Sims of Atlanta guest of her parents. Haughey Orchestra of Athens provided music for the Thursday night dance inaugurating the new season.
A housewife credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy with ending severe stomach pain and restoring health for herself and her three children. The ad claims the simple preparation removes catarrhal mucus from the intestinal tract and relieves inflammation causing stomach liver and intestinal ailments including appendicitis. One dose proves effectiveness with money back guarantee. Also noted: Rev E H Jennings returns from Forsyth where he conducted revival services at First Baptist Church.
Mrs. Sarah R. Dillard Miss Mary Dillard and her guest Miss Jean Hunter of Memphis were visitors in Augusta Thursday.
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