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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1909
Page
2
Clarke County notices list executors Naomi A. Jackson and George H. Thornton settling W. B. Jackson estate. Several applications for administration and discharge, with hearings and citations scheduled through September 1909, including Miss M. E. Hale estate and Fannie M. DuPree and William Hale cases. Also bids for lighting plant at County Farm and a new Miller Furniture Company charter petition filed August 1909.
M A Born of Georgia applies as next of kin to obtain permanent letters of administration on the estate of Miss Colier Moon. Creditors and heirs are cited to appear at the Clarke County Ordinary's Court in September to show cause why letters should not be granted. August 5, 1909. 8 B Wingfield Ordinary of Clarke County. Georgia Clarke County. Pies Hull seeks leave to sell lands of Eveline Hull deceased. hearing on first Monday in September. August 6, 1909. Georgia Clarke County. The will of John R White filed. executor Moore B Gamble states will be proved September first if no objections. August 7, 1909. Mo B Gamble Executor. Washington B Jackson will sell 16 shares of Athens Hardware Company stock on first Tuesday in September 1909 at Court House. Naomi A Jackson and George H Thornton executors. August 12, 1909. Clarke County. Libel for divorce filed. Josie Billups must appear at next Superior Court term. August 10, 1909. Judge C H Brand. Clerk J Crawford.
Dubuque Iowa August 18 priests of the Roman Catholic archdiocese discuss a three name list for a coadjutor to Archbishop Kane. The list moves through the provincial bishops to Rome for final selection. Kane, age seventy next month, has long been in ill health and is expected to retire from active duties. Kane, born in Ireland in 1839, rose from priest to bishop of Richmond before becoming archbishop.
Governor Brown signed a bill protecting rituals signs insignia and badges of Georgia fraternal orders amid urged opposition from both black and white groups. The measure targets imitating societies including the Negro Elks and Knights of Pythias, while not affecting Negro Masons and Odd Fellows. Also reports of German Day activities at Seattle's Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition with parades and auditorium events.
Athens citizens urged to rely on Doan's Kidney Pills for back pain fatigue and irregular kidney secretions. Personal testimonial from Mrs J D Garrison cites relief after two boxes bought at Palmer & Son's drug store. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole U S agents. Remember the name Dean's.
Georgia and Alabama Industrial Index notes widespread capital influx into mines, mills, and manufacturing in both states. Investments include a $175,000 marble quarry expansion near Talladega, Alabama, a cement plant upgrade in Leeds, Alabama, and a Waycross mill turning swamp timber into lumber. Also tied to new oil mills in Gainesville and Oconee, Georgia, and a $250,000 Birmingham mining company with another for Jasper, Alabama.
H J Rowe declares candidacy for mayor of Athens ahead of the Democratic primary. A former six year alderman from the Fourth ward, Rowe highlights lifelong Athens citizenship and commitment to local progress. Also advertised are Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children, claimed to ease colds fevers and teething troubles, with a free trial offer from Allen S Olmsted of Le Roy NY.
Elaborate preparations are underway in Pittsburg Pa for the Disciples of Christ Centennial celebration October 11 to 19 1909. The movement traces to the Declaration and Address of Thomas Campbell and traces its roots through Stone Scott and early church history, aiming for Christian union and primitive church restoration. The article notes growth westward across the United States and influence in Missouri Kentucky Indiana Oklahoma with active cooperation from various ecumenical groups and strong emphasis on evangelism missions and reform.
Washington August 18. The navy department opened bids for two battleships Arkansas and Wyoming authorized by Congress. The ships will feature heavy armor and powerful armament, speed of 21 knots, wide action radius, and superior protective features with advanced subdivision compartments ensuring strong defense.
University of Georgia anticipates its largest entering class as requests for catalogs surge across the state. Prof. Joseph S. Stewart monitors growing correspondence from prospective students, indicating a substantial upcoming turnout.
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