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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1911
Page
6
Davison and Nicholson announce a store wide ready to wear clearance to make room for a fall line after six weeks of market visits. The suit department is cleared of summer inventory with the greatest bargains offered by any dry goods house in the state.
Made of khaki linen and linine in white tan navy and black and white shepherd checks these new styles feature a panel back and front ideal for home or outing wear Priced under rival skirts these real values run from 1 50 to 2 50 but choice is only 50 cents while they last
About a dozen new dresses in batiste and cotton foulard fabrics are offered at 1.50 each. Former prices ranged from 3.75 to 5.00, with trim and workmanship noted as well made. Limited quantity, first come, first served.
A local sale offers two dozen gingham dresses made from best grade fabric with fast color. Dresses priced at 2.50, values up to 6.50, in the lot.
Bargain event offering all wash dresses priced 6.00 7.50 8.00 and 9.00 at 2.50 each. Limited stock on a clearance sale aiming to move dainty items at steep discounts.
A sale offers one lot of taffeta silk dresses priced at 2.50 each with valice ats 12.50. Limited quantity, so buyers should arrive early to secure first choice.
A buyer highlights limited availability with values up to 22.50 and asserts the rarity of the chance. The seller claims the buyer is black and favors colors in the discussion.
A rack of skirts including Panamas serges silks and fancy mixtures is offered at 95 cents on the dollar to clear discontinued manufacturer lots. Former prices ranged from 7.50 to 12.50 per item. This sale features the entire rack at 95 cents each.
Linen coat suits in white and natural are offered at half price with several attractive models remaining. This sale highlights discounted linen ensembles for the season.
All foulards satin and silk gowns are marked down by half price. Shop for stylish dresses at prices well below the cost of materials. Limited selection available as this sale aims to clear out remaining inventory.
The article recalls a Georgia political dispute over a sealed communication from Governor Smith to the Senate. Senate President Slaton said he opened it to correct a clerical error and to scrutinize nominees, asserting public access to such messages. Senator Harris noted the senate’s stance on confirmations and vacancies.
Augusta Ga The 80th Inpual session of this College will begin September 15 1911. Four years graded course of eight months each. Didactic and recitation system of instruction. Well equipped laboratories. Ample facilities for clinical teaching. All medical charities of the city under exclusive control of the faculty. Entrance requirements the same as for literary degrees. For further information address W C LYLE M D Proctor Medical Department University of Georgia Augusta Ga.
In Quitman Georgia August 22 a notable Farmers Institute featured W W Rast introducing his son L E Rast as the first speaker. L E Rast, graduate and tutor of agronomy at the State Agricultural College, discussed fertilizers earning praise and illustrating the college’s work with rural districts. The piece also covers Senate actions on governor appointments, confirming some vacancies after adjournment and defending the governor’s handling amid party lines.
Pine Bluff Ark August 22 the seventy ninth anniversary of the birth of Pine Bluff was celebrated by citizens today. The town laid out August 22 1832 by surveyor Pullen. Original town of forty five blocks has seen fourteen washed away by the river.
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