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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1922
Page
3
Nervousness and fatigue are pitched as issues treatable by Ambition Brand Pills. The ad urges readers to buy a 60 cent box from Wendell's on Brand or Palmer & Son with a money back plan, claiming benefits for nerves, sleep, appetite, and general well being.
A mid summer birthday party for three year old Anne Suttles was hosted by Mrs. J. B. Suttles on Prince Ave. Eleven or twelve children enjoyed outdoor lawn games and a game inside, with prizes of Mother Goose stationery and handkerchiefs. Anne wore a blue organdy dress and a Jack Homer Pie centerpiece drew guests’ attention along with yellow white decor.
Funeral services for Mrs Lucy S Cunningham 61 who died Thursday at 4 30 am will be held Friday at 10 am conducted by Revs M S Weaver J Men H Ty Strozler and Phil W Davis followed by interment in Clark Cemetery Bernstein Bros funeral director in charge. Active pallbearers include B E W Johnson R G Knox E H Roberts R L Reynolds W T and G W Cunningham Honorary pallbearers listed. Mrs Cunningham a native of Greensboro was the wife of George W Cunningham and mother of four daughters. The obituary notes multiple relatives and visitors in Atlanta Raleigh and Washington DC locales.
A fragmented note recalls D. H. Sims described as a “tuff guy” who boasts of ruggedness. The text mentions someone being “2 Wet ed off of a 8, A. L. ed resin,” but details are unclear and partially illegible.
Congressman Charles H. Brand, in Washington, keeps in daily touch with Congress after the House reconvened. Two telegrams received express party leaders Finis J Garrett and John N Garner saying the House is marking time and Brand is not needed, with most members returning to their districts. Located in Washington D C, Aug 23. Garrett and Garner telegrams advise Brand to stay advised but not return.
The Georgia athletic community mourns the death of "Butch" Watson a longtime helper for the varsity team. He traveled with squads on many trips and was the only colored member of several party lines, earning the affectionate nickname head rubber and aiding players and managers through years of Red and Black sports. His passing followed illness linked to tuberculosis, prompting teams to plan a floral tribute in his memory.
Constance Talmadge plays Polly a fleet street fooling light with ambition amid Uncle Silas tyranny. Bob Jones aids Polly while Alyssa Potter looms as a cashed blue-blood fiancée. Kenneth Harlan and George Fawcett deliver solid performances as the supporting cast.
Sheriff Walter B. locks up two prisoners Thursday morning. Frank Harris of New Heights section jailed after being cast with two quarts of whiskey in a prior offense. Annie Mre Peek charged with larceny from a house.
Court house signs remind the public this building is for use not abuse. Warnings discourage leaning on columns and walls while the painting is underway. Commissioners seek to keep the space neat and preserve public pride.
Dr. W. W. Power, former Athens resident and physician, died at his Buford home on Tuesday at age 76 from cancer. Survived by two sons F. C. and R. B. Power of New York City, daughter Mrs. James Stringer of Buford, two brothers Co. G. and J. G. Power, three sisters Mrs. Emma Wilson of Buford, Mrs. A. J Street of Atlanta, and Mrs. J. A. Ambrose of Lawrenceville. Funeral services were held at 8 o'clock Thursday.
A fragment from a 19th century ad portrays a wife and mother accused of restless irritability and nervousness. It claims persistent headaches and fatigue hinder daily duties, touting a patent remedy named Lyriaz Piakany Vegetable. The ad presents the product as a healthier alternative for women facing such conditions.
Day afternoon at the Cee Ree Church in Buford a member led by Rev A Be Couch of Macon. Miss Rosale Galloway of Cornelia, guest of Mrs A L Sweet, visits Commerce briefly before returning home. Mrs J P McCall left Tuesday for Royston to attend the Camp meeting at Poplar Springs.
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