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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1919
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Ziron Iron Tonic as essential after illness to restore iron, appetite, and vitality. It quotes J. E. Clifton of Lyons Georgia describing typhoid and bowel hemorrhages, stating the tonic helped him recover strength and energy. The message claims druggists stock Ziron and guarantees the product.
Sydney reports New South Wales extends land settlement to returned Anzacs with easy payments and a sustenance allowance during unproductive periods. Each settler receives 2500 for property plus up to 10 dollars weekly for up to six months, based on family size, with additional sheep under a shared farming plan and pension included.
An advertisement urges parents to choose California Syrup of Figs for children claiming it is the best and most harmless laxative. It touts a fruity taste and warns to pull directions for the child's dose on each bottle.
The weather summary reports a small disturbance from Kansas City to Chicago with light rains in the Lake region and Upper Mississippi valley and a few showers in eastern North Carolina. Most areas, especially the cotton belt, remain generally clear with some cloudiness in Texas. Temperatures are near normal in the south and east, colder in the northwest with below freezing at Williston and freezing at Havre, Mont. Georgia will see little temperature change and fair weather tonight and Thursday.
An old Cumberland Chemical Co advertisement from Nashville Tennessee promises to restore strength for those troubled by weak nervous or rundown health with satisfactory results or no charge. It invites readers to write for a free book and provides the Cumberland Chemical Co address at 160 Berry Block.
Special to Banner Atlanta Ga April 25 The million dollar bond issue and tax rate hike were voted down in four separate items waterworks crematory cyclorama and fire department all four failed The tax increase from 125 to 150 was aimed at benefiting the public and high school systems with most funds earmarked for higher teacher wages The measure faced opposition from a taxpayers league while supporters of school improvements backed the higher levy
J T Bell of Farmington Georgia reports long stomach trouble improved after two bottles of Dreco. He says he can now eat potatoes beans cabbage and drink coffee without pain or bowel strain and sleeps well. Dreco is advertised as a tonic from herbal ingredients aiding digestion kidneys liver and sleep. H R Palmer & Sons in Athens endorse the product.
The first installment of city taxes is due from April 16 to May 1, inclusive. Tax payers who fail to pay by May 1 will incur a $1.60 cost on file against all delinquents. G. E. O'FARRELL, City Marshal.
The Tax Digest will close May 1 and all parties who fail to file state and county tax returns with the Tax Receiver by that date will be doubled taxed. James White Morton, chairman Clarke County Board of Arel.
Wakefulness and restlessness ruin daytime work. Indigestion and constipation often cause wakefulness. Relieve with a dose of Chamblains Tablets for a clearer head and better digestion.
An ad urging readers to try Chamberlains Tablets to ease biliousness. It promises quicker appetite return and banishment of dull, stupid feelings, presenting the product as a healthy remedy.
A GMC dealer argues buyers need to value the organization behind a motor truck as well as the vehicle. He warns of orphan trucks without support, cites industry development and competition, and praises established manufacturers like General Motors for reliable service, back-up, and lasting value over mere price. The piece stresses performance, maintenance costs, and honest testing to prove a GMC can meet a buyer’s needs.
At the Christian church a monthly Wednesday Social Night, run by the Christian Endeavor Society, features a devotional period and social entertainment. Last night’s event included a book dress contest with titles like The Little Minister and Freckles, an authors alphabet game, and Proverbs page. about thirty-five books were donated to the Sunday school library. refreshments were provided. roughly seventy-five attendees praised the evening.
Funeral services for the infant son of Mr and Mrs G. L. Oldham at 12 noon today at the grave. Interment follows at Oconee cemetery. The child died yesterday afternoon at 6 o clock at the family residence and is survived by the parents and three siblings.
Visiting Knights invited to attend at Seneca Centro Hall Centro Building Clayton Street. Explanations include Aaron Cohen C T H Nickerson and Williams Lodge. Mt Vernon Lodge No 22 F and A M meets Thursdays at Masonic Hall Clayton Street with J A Nix W M and Tno Quinn Secretary.
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