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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1903

Page

5

State Agent Stewart outlines alumni drives for University of Georgia

State Agent Joseph S. Stewart is touring Georgia delivering addresses in support of higher education at the University of Georgia. He spoke to hundreds in Madison and will speak next week in Eaton ton Fayetteville Hartwell and Homer. An alumni association will form at Hartwell and Stewart plans to organize university alumni in towns statewide.

Joseph S. Stewart University of Georgia Madison Eatonton Fayetteville Hartwell Homer Stewart State University Georgia

Cotton crop moves as rains aid open fields

The cotton crop in the area is starting to move with recent rains helping the section. Receipts total about four hundred bales so far. The compress will run late in the month. Projected receipts for the coming season may reach last year’s about 85,000 bales, with a possible slight drop. Bucklen's Arnica Salve is promoted as a universal remedy, with local outlets selling it for 25 cents.

Special Excursion to New York City

The Central of Georgia Railway offers special excursion tickets to New York and return via Savannah and Ocean Steamship Co. Tickets depart Savannah on Sept 18 and Sept 21 at 29.75 dollars round trip. Return valid until October 1. For details contact J E Humphrey Agent Phone 15.

Central of Georgia Railway New York Savannah and Ocean Steamship Co Savannah J. E Humphrey

Ten Thousand Churches Use Pure Paints by L M

In the United States many churches have adopted Longman and Martinez Pure Paints. The ad urges buying eight gallons of L M paint and mixing six gallons of linseed oil to create fourteen gallons, claiming a good sized house can be painted with four gallons of L M paint and three gallons of oil. It promotes lasting coverage for up to 18 years and lists Doniar & Oc as sellers.

W. G. Lowry Oak Street Saya United States Longman & Martinez Doniar & Oc

Sophomore Officers Elected for Next Year

The Sophomore class met on campus and elected officers for the coming year. Presiding officer John Maddox of Atlanta, Vice President James Reagan of Atlanta, Poet Garnett Green of Washington, Historian George Hains of Augusta, Treasurer Tom Gentry of Atlanta, Secretary Glen Giles of Kennesaw, Baseball captain Arthur Sullivan of Rome, Baseball manager Arthur Mobley of Monroe, Football captain Haugh Fitzgerald, Football manager J V McWhorter of Woodville, Track manager L E Jones of Valdosta, Chaplain O L Blair. Other classes will elect officers at day. Also a testimonial of relief for stomach trouble cites D L Beach of Clover Neck Farm Greenfield Mass who reports improvement after Chamberlain's stomach and liver tablets. Price 25 cents. Sold by H R Palmer & Son and W J Smith & Bro.

John Maddox Atlanta James J. Reagan Garnett Green Washington George Haias Augusta Tom Gentry Glen Giles Kennesaw Arthur Sullivan Rome Arthur Mobley Monroe Haugh Fitzgerald D. L. Beach Clover Neck Farm Greenfield Mass Chamberlain H. R. Palmer & Son W. J Smith & Bro

Auslund to Exhibit Holstein Friesian Cattle at Northeast Georgia Fair

Mr C F Auslund of Clarke County will present his Holstein Friesian cattle at the Northeast Georgia Fair. The cattle are described as splendid and among the finest seen in the region. Clarke County residents will showcase exhibits and the county’s cattle display is expected to be a standout feature alongside other counties’ representations.

Georgia C. Fred. Auslund

Blood Balm Linked to Cancer Cures in Advertisements

An Atlanta company markets Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for cancer and a range of blood and skin ailments. The ad cites recovered patients from Alabama, claims doctors urged surgery but failed, and offers $1 per bottle with a free sample by mail order.

M.u. Adams Ala B.M Guerney Blood Balm Co Atlanta

Emmanuel Church Guild to Convene This Afternoon

The Emmanuel church guild holds its regular quarterly meeting at the chapel this afternoon at 5 o'clock. All members are urged to attend promptly due to important business on the agenda. The item includes a brief health testimonial endorsing Kodol Digestive Ko re.

Emmanuel Church Guild

Athens House Sale on Barber Street Offers Comfort and Shade

Mr A L King authorizes sale of his house and lot on Barber street Athens. The 14 acre lot lies on the west side with shade trees. The seven room house includes modern conveniences, a good well, water works, sewer, bath and electric lights. One of the area’s most comfortable homes.

A. L. King Barber Street Athens

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C. A. Edgarton Mfg. CO Shirley Augusta Brewing Company Pilsener Athens Dispensary Figistr Brewing Siigustar Orr's School Pulaski and Dougherty Streets S. P. Orr Mr. Stewart University Bucklen W. J. Smith & Bro H. R Palmer & Son New York City Classic City Dental Rooms DR. C. A. Ryder McDonnell Building College Avenue The Southern Mutual Insurance Company Epwarp Linpon Bitturs Panty James White W. W. Thomas Arthur E. Griffith Witt W. Thomas Nickerson Josefn H. FiEmayne Rex Erwin R. Hopeson Waurer B. Hinz C.F. Auslund Northeast Georgia W. T Holland Greenenburg All Droggiste Ramon Allen H. Talmage Washington Street Athens, GA Louis Morris Bishop Building Broad Street Orleans Abe Sevel Davenport A. L. Brooks A. B. Baxter & CO Georgia National Bank Broad St U. S. Patent Office Washington D.C Wilson's East Broad Street Wilson & Pittman J.P. Wilson Dougherty Street J. T. Anderson
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