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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1903
Page
2
The Athens Banner urges Clarke county voters to approve Sept bonds for roads and public works. It cites Georgia Calvin law impact, calls for more six to eight room houses, notes housing shortages, and praises Winoie Davis Hall completion for the State Normal School.
Clarke county voters face a September 3 election on issuing one hundred thousand dollars in four percent bonds to macadamize sixty miles of roads. The plan would not raise taxes, costing about 5 333 annually for thirty years with principal and interest. Benefits include improved farmer hauling, higher land values, and boosted Athens trade.
The Southern Railway offers special weekend tickets on Saturdays through September 12 at greatly reduced rates, being cheaper than the regular fare in several classes. This promo targets weekend travelers seeking lower travel costs on rail trips.
Effective Saturday July 25 the round trip fare from Athens to White Sulphur Springs Ga is 185 dollars. Tickets on sale now with limited availability.
An advertisement touts a product brand named Peste with a claim it improves health. It offers free samples or a $1 bottle for 85 cents at 90 Clayton Street.
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