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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1906
Page
3
SCHNAPPS tobacco is promoted as the leading chew with millions of chewers annually. It is described as manufactured in the Piedmont tobacco belt renowned for aroma and appeal that popularized chewing tobacco.
A collage of stray anecdotes and ads features Walter Christie recalling a sharp quarrel between two French chauffeurs with a punchy, teasing tone. It cites a grocer, a jeweler and a stranger’s remark, then pivots to Dr. Kings New Life Pills and a novel envelope concept, ending with Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar and Orr Drug Company ads.
A front page piece recounts Senator Dollivar recalling a Fort Dodge doctor Dr Piteoe who misjudged a dying patient and joked about graves. It also echoes Make Hay While the Sun Shines, urging preparedness for dysentery and cholera morbus. Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is recommended with local sellers listed.
A scene shows a young man declaring his virtue amid a modern age of graft and finance while proposing marriage. The fiancée rejects him, arguing she cannot meet his lifestyle expectations, ending the engagement. The piece ends with an advert for DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve sold by Orr Drug Co.
A telegraph clerk urges rush on a message about Henry loving his wife, prompting gossip as Modern Society notes. Amherst professor jokes that digestion is essential, praising Kodol for dyspepsia, sold by Orr. Public notices mention Houston reading.
A Cleveland and Eastern Traction car carrying about fifty passengers derailed eight miles southwest of Chardon Ohio and plunged into a large stagnant pool. Eight were injured and a dozen nearly drowned. conductor Henry Hoffler suffered serious internal injuries. Rescue crews saved many from death. others endured cuts and bruises.
Atlanta August 13 with two working days left before sine die adjournment the Georgia assembly faces a crowded agenda of measures. Key senate bills include railroad commissioner elections free passes restrictions lieutenant governor a state corporation registrar and garnishment updates. House action focuses on state auditor rural police system notes and indigent definitions for veterans plus anti lobby and anti cigarette measures.
During hot months the first signs of loose bowels in a child require immediate attention. A few doses of Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy followed by castor oil can cleanse the system. Key Stockland of Little Falls Minnesota endorses its value for summer disorders in children. Sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons and W. J. Smith & Bro.
Leonard Abernathy a 17 year old boy from Savannah was fatally injured while riding a bicycle between streetcar tracks on Abercorn street. He was struck and dragged, later dying at a hospital after leg amputation. Motorman W E Griffin was arrested on criminal negligence charges.
In Sherman Texas an farmer J W Wilder beat his wife to death with a flatiron this afternoon and then shot himself. He was disemboweled by the wound and is not expected to live. Three young children witnessed the crime. The event occurred near Tom Bean, six miles from Sherman, with the motive unknown.
Hot weather rates issued by Central of Georgia Railway for summer trips to seashore mountains lakes and resort areas in multiple directions. Tickets now on sale at all coupon offices with rates schedules available from any agent or representative L B Poley Athens Ga.
A detailed look at R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company emphasizes its use of Piedmont flue cured tobacco and automated, hygienic manufacturing processes. It highlights leaf sourcing, expert blending, and conveyors that minimize handling to ensure cleanliness and uniform flavor. Column also notes Electric Bitters and Chamberlain remedies and a light mockery of Arctic Zone fuel humor.
Miss Tryphosa Marshall is remembered by the Athens First Baptist School for faithfulness and cheerful conduct. A committee led by Miss Rutherford drafts resolutions expressing sympathy to her family and praising her work, to be published in the Athens Banner.
The difference between good and inferior paint is small compared to total painting costs. Time and labor are the big factors. It seems foolish to spend much on paint that won’t last. It is wiser to use old fashioned white lead and linseed oil.
Red Seal is the standard white lead and is perfectly pure, produced by the Old Dutch Process. The booklet offers valuable paint pointers for homeowners. For sale by first class dealers.
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