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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1908

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Georgia-Soo-Os-Club to Open University Headquarters

The Georgia Soo-Os Club plans a central headquarters on the University campus in Phi Kappa Hall. A stenographer will staff the room, provide literature and stationery, and welcome visitors while the club expands its outreach to prospective students. Hugh Wallace is touring schools to promote the movement and secure support from Atlanta suppliers.

Georgia Phi Kappa Literary Society Georgia-Soo-Os-Club Phi Kappa Hall Coler Remington Hugh Wallace Glab Athens Athents Wallace Sandy Beaver University School For Boys Stone Mountain Marietta High School Peacock’s School For Athintias Atlanta Wither

Suicide attempt in Aniston man’s home ends in severe wounds

Arthur New slashed his throat with a razor at his Quintan avenue home while his aged mother tried to intervene. His wife had brought him from the asylum this morning hoping home life would aid his recovery. Two deep slashes occurred, one in his mother’s presence, the other as she left to fetch help. He barely survived the self inflicted injuries.

Anniston Ala Arthur New Quintan Avenue Fiftenth Sixtenth New

Foley’s Honey and Tar safe under Pure Food law

The advertisement proclaims Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug law as it contains no opiates or other harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults and sold by all druggists.

Foley

Thaw Seeks Liberty via Writ in New York Supreme Court

A writ of habeas corpus is sought by Thaw to obtain release. The motion targets a court order directing the state to show cause why Thaw should not be discharged as insane. Justice M Hauser may oversee the hearing with Justice Morse presiding later.

Poughkeepsie Pharos Gia Saath Dhow Justien Morse Eomatistel New York State Supreme Supreme Cert M Hauser Supreme Court Morsehians Willaimins Potoro

Electric Bitters Rebuilt A Life In A Grave Threat

A patient recalls nine years ago near collapse from a chronic ailment in Mill Creek Tad Ter area. Electric Bitters, bought from local druggists, restored health and vigor, lifting them off the edge of death and yielding years of improved well being. Sold at area drug stores including Woo Smith & Bro TH Ro Palmer & Sons.

Mill Creek Electric Bitters Gueraltec Woo Smith & Bro Palmer & Sons Drug Stores

Peace Between Italy and Turkey Ends Showdown

Rome reports the Italy Turkey dispute settled with no Italian warship demonstrations in Turkish waters. Both governments reached accord on several long running differences. Turkey grants post office rights in Turkish cities and agrees on Tripoli settlement terms. The Italian fleet stays in Italian waters and the incident is considered closed.

Rome Italy Turkey Constantinople Tripoli

Eureka Salve Claims Cure For Eczema And Itching

Elder John T. Ongley of Rootville Pa reports finding relief after using Jain’s Salve since December 1906. Numerous merchants including H R Meres Sons Warren Smith L P Canning E C McEvoy Orr Drug Co Athens Ga offer the salve for sale.

John T. Ongley Rootville H. R. Mer :& Sons Warren Smith L. P Canning Athens, Ga

Attempt to Kill President Cabrera Reported

A failed assassination attempt on Guatemala's President Istrad Cabrera occurred in Guatemala City and caused minor injuries to a guard. reports note quick escape and restored order. The incident follows prior attacks linked to political enemies and foreign diplomacy officials confirm no broader disruption.

Miamuwel Estrada William Wodine Cabrera Ias Carriege Orellana Staye Guatenan Army Wis

Frank Sparks Signs Baseball Contract

Frank Sparks of Cave Springs Georgia a top NL pitcher signed with the Philadelphia club after a holdout that drew little publicity. Sparks rejoined the Phillies in Savannah and terms were settled as the season opened. The signing brought rejoicing in Murray's Camp and ends months of talks between Sparks and management.

Frank Sparks Cave Springs Philadelphia Quaker Sparks Savannah Philadelphia North American Phillies McGraw Murray Caup

Local senatorial race heats up with two candidates

In the thirtieth district the primary moves forward after counties set local rates. Crawford's C O Stevens and Frederick's John W Jarrell announce, contestting Clarke county on May 2 with both men backed by regional support.

C. O. Stevens Crawford John W. Jarrell Frederick Clarke County Stevens Jarrell Oglethorpe County

Funeral of Mrs Callaway in Athens

The remains of Mrs Emma Bernard Callaway were interred yesterday at eleven o'clock in Oconee cemetery. She died suddenly at her Atlanta home Sunday. The service in Athens included Scripture by Rev John D Mell, a hymn, and a brief prayer before burial.

Oconee Emma Bernard Callaway Atlanta

Epworth League Visits Rev J V M Morris on Oconee Street

About forty members of the Epworth League of the First Methodist church visited Rev J V M Morris at his Oconee street home. They sang hymns, presented a wagon of good things, and Mr Cobb Lampkin gave a purse. The gathering closed with prayers and benediction. Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup advertised as a remedy.

Epworth First Methodist Church J. V. M. Morris Hame Oconee Street

Glotfelder Visitor to Athens Gains Franklin County Faith

WR E S Glotfelder, former Franklin county sheriff, visited Athens recently. He spoke with many residents and said Franklin county would give Joe Brown a majority in the gubernatorial primary.

WR. E. S. Glotfelder Athens E. S. Clotfelder Franklin County Clotfelder Joe Brown

Foley's Kidney Cure Promoted Against Kidney Trouble

An old newspaper blurb touts Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy for kidney trouble describing it as a preventive against Bright's disease and diabetes. The ad warns kidney disease is insidious and fatal if unchecked and urges use at first sign of trouble. It cites druggists as sellers.

Foley Bitght

Clarke County Commissioners Meet in Court House

The Clarke County Board of County Commissioners convened yesterday with full attendance except J. Pittard. W. S. Holmin was sworn in as county commissioner. A portrait of the late Sheriff John W. Wier will be secured for the courthouse. The chairman will arrange a concrete floor in the boiler room and entrance. Insurance on building furniture and fixtures was increased after recent purchases.

Court House J. Pittard W. S. Holmin John W. Wier

Clarke County Laymen Delegates at Missionary Meeting

Clarke county is well represented at the Laymen Missionary Meeting in Chattanooga. Delegates include J. C. Barrow R Hodgson J A Hunnicutt John T Pittard Claud Tuck and W H Morton, with strong enthusiasm for the movement.

Clarke County Chattanooga Messrs J. C. Barrow Br. O R. Hodgson J. A. Hunnicutt Johnn T. Pittard Claud Tuck W. H. Morton

Eaves v Fears Habeas Case Heard by Supreme Court

The case from Clarke Superior Court on a habeas corpus dispute over a daughter’s custody was argued before the Georgia Supreme Court. Former Justice A J Cobb appeared for the father, while H C Peeples argued for the grandparents. Cobb’s literary citation of his own past decision drew smiles as the court noted a reversal of self.

Supreme Court Eaves Fears A. J. Cobb Georgia Reports Cobb

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Quick Heal

A testimonial from O S Woolever of Le Rayauille claims twenty years free from a health issue after using Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The product is advertised as healing sores boils burns wounds and cuts quickly and is sold for 25 cents at local drug stores W J Smith & Bro H R Palmer & Sons.

Bucklen O. S. Woolever le Rayauille W. J. Smith.& Bro H .R. Palmer: & Sons

Congress Helps Farming Interests

Washington April 21 The agricultural appropriation bill reported to the senate carries 11 612 146 dollars an increase of 155 040 over the house passed amount. It provides 10 000 for cooperation between agriculture and the reclamation service to demonstrate crop production on reclamation lands and 10 000 to secure hardy forage weeds from Siberia. Another 10 000 funds improvements against cotton boll weevil ravages and an amendment fixes definite grain grades to become official standards.

Washington, D.C Senate Committees On Agriculture House Department of Agriculture Reclamation Service Siberia Great Plains

Mrs S L Brown Credits Foley’s Kidney Cure

Wayne West Virginia resident Mrs S L Brown writes of kidney disease symptoms and says a one dollar bottle of Foley's Kidney Cure plus part of a second fully cured her. The advertisement claims kidney cure works wonders where others fail and includes the word Seath.

S. L. Brown Wayne, W. Va Foley Poley

Governor's Office Boy Poem Skewers Leadership

An Athens citizen writes a humorous political verse about the governor being away and a mock reply from a "Little Joe" presumed to govern in his absence. The poem blends satire on state leadership with playful rhymes and local tone. A second ad-like snippet promotes Drino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a remedy for constipation with claims of mild, non-gripe relief.

Church Hats Spark Effort to Ban Merry Widows in Burlington

In Burlington New Jersey on April 21 local pastors push a ban on merry Widow hats during services. They argue large hats reduce male attendance and risk backsliding. Ushers will enforce seating limits as crowded pews prompt women to leave hats in the cloak room during worship.

Burlington N. J

Whooping Cough Remedy Praised in Georgia Letter

W F Gaston of Posco Georgia says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the best medicine for whooping cough in his family. The notice asserts safety and effectiveness and lists sellers including H R Palmer & Sons Warren J Smith & Bro L P Canning E C McEvoy and Irr Drug Company in Athens Georgia.

W. F. Gaston Posco H.R. Palmer & Sons Warren J. Smith & Bro L. P. Canning E. C. McEvoy Irr Drug Company Athens

Runaways Captured in Georgia Police Action

Two youths detained by authorities after escaping custody. John Booth, a colored boy from Elbert County, and Louise Durham, a girl from Oconee County, resisted return home. The girl was released from a city jail to a man promising to escort her home.

John Booth Elbert County Louise Durham Oconee

Boys Released After Trial For Bicycle Theft

Willie Thrasher and Willie Daniel were caught taking two bicycles from a rear porch on the Boulevard. They stood trial before Judge Cobb. Bicycles were recovered and due to the third offense the judge let the parents administer a whipping as punishment.

Willie Thrasher Willie Daniel Fred Davis

Dr King’s New Life Pills Offer Quick Relief

An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a reliable remedy for stagnation of the bowels headaches biliousness and jaundice. It claims gentle action without erinding or griping and notes availability at local druggists for 25 cents.

Dr. King W. J. Smith & Bra H. R. Palmer & Sons Frog

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