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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1902

Page

4

DORSEY DEAD FREIGHT AUDITOR AT CLYDE LINE

New York December IO n Clyde Steamship lines freight auditor Mr Dorsey died at his home in Brevard after 15 years service. He was well known to southern shippers and receivers and was acting as agent of Clyde Line at Pier 45 North River when death occurred. He was born in Augusta Georgia about 25 years ago and his body will be shipped there for burial.

Freickt Clyde Steamship Line ewoYork Dee Persey New York Clyde Steamship Unies Jacksonville Charleston Dorsey Clyde Southern Clyde Tine North River Trorsey Anmusta

Italian minister at Sofia and Milan suicide shock

Reports from Rome indicate Italian Minister at Sofia faced a personal crisis leading to suicide by jumping from a Milan hotel window. He was said to suffer from nervous distress and a troubled state of mind. Other notes mention remedies and court actions in North Carolina and New York medical testimonials. Consul George San ter named successor to Thomas Nast as consul general at Guayaquil, Peru.

Sofia Rome Signer Polasen Seflal Sifelife Milan Thomas Nast Washington Dev George Santer Antigua Guayaquil Penuador

Mullen Refuses Dig Offer Keeps Detroit Pact

George Mullen of the Detroit Amer league team rejects a $4000 per year offer from Robison of the St Louis Nat league. He has signed a Detroit contract and will play there next season. Dan Patch’s Long Stride described as a very fast and bold pacer with a noted outward swing in his stroke and minor trailing motion affecting performance under poor conditions.

Mullen George Mullen Robison Tie Detroit Dan Patch

Kodol Adverts and Government Transport Debate

An advertisement praises Kodol as a remedy that rebuilds tissues and strengthens the stomach citing Gov. W. W. Atkinson of West Virginia. The text also notes opposition by prominent officials to relinquishing government transport services, arguing private control harms soldiers’ care and mentions the Cross Society.

Kodol W. W. Atkinson Lof W. Va Orr Drug Co San Francisco Ber the & Cross Society Manu Miet

Editor Deported Two Children Cremated in Parrott Ga

In Parrott Georgia yesterday afternoon a house fire killed two young negro children confined inside. The blaze left the structure scorched and the deaths are reported as cremations within the residence. The incident occurred near Columbus, with local authorities initiating investigations into the blaze.

Columbus Tee Ed Pinkington Parrott

Fitzsimmons Plans Return to Ring After Exhibition

In Portland Robert Fitzsimmons sparred with James J. Jeffries last night and announced he intends to return to boxing. He stated he is willing to fight anyone, claiming he is as fit today as ever and better than any fighter except the current champion.

Fitz Ring Portland Ore Robert Fitzsimmons James J. Jeffries Fitzsimmons Jeffries

VESSELS OF GASTRO SEIZED AT LA GUAYRA DURING COERCIVE NOTE

Caracas reports British and German ultimatum to Venezuela demanding immediate cash payments for past year losses. The warships General Crespo Totomeo Ossumal were towed from the harbor after a note delivered in Caracas. A 48 hour deadline was set to accede to demands, with US Minister Powell likely overseeing British and German interests.

Goverent Caracas Venezuela To'clark LaGuaira General Crespo Totomeo Ossumal Mann Hernan Ot Cniuister Great Britain Germany Prate Alee Elaint Elaine le Pat Destrietts Taers United States Powell Mas

Arnica Salve and Cough Remedy Endorsements From Toowoomba

Soldiers praise Scratches bruises and wounds salve Backlen's Arnica Salve as best with Burns ulcers and skin issues. Cough remedy Chamberlain's praised by W Weckner and Mrs Weckner. Available at W J Smith Bro and H R Palmer Sons drug stores and all druggists.

Backlen W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons

No Confirmation of Arrests in Caracas

Berlin reports no confirmation from Caracas by noon of arrests of German and British subjects. Foreign office in Bonn doubts claims by Chargé d’Affaires Von Patrick Vallasal Gioled that all Germans and Brits were arrested. Officials think Castro may detain some individuals but deny mass arrest of all nationals.

Berlin Dee Foreign Office Charve d'Affaires von Pament Vallasal Castro Caracas

France and Venezuela Appoint Minister Ordered to Caracas

Owing to the gravity of the Venezuela situation M Wiener the newly appointed French minister to Venezuela was ordered to start for Caracas to await the arrival of the Venezuelan minister General Velutini as originally planned. An arbitration official has also named Courts Rocca as the French representative.

Caracas Venezuela M. Wiener Venexaela General Velutini Foeign Offec Cours Ts Rocca Venemetacor Weiner Stens

A Cold Wave Warning and Cough Care Endorsement

A weather alert warns of sudden cold with hoarseness and heavy coughing likely at home. E H Wise of Madison Georgia testifies that One Minute Cough Care saved his health and possibly his life. The product claims to cure coughs colds influenza bronchitis pneumonia throat and lung troubles by thinning phlegm and soothing membranes. The Orr Drag Co.

E. H. Wise Madison, Ga Orr Drag Co

Fremont Fire Destroys Major Plants and Jobs

A massive Fremont blaze leveled the Tromer plant, Christy Knife works, and nearby facilities, causing about 230 thousand dollars in losses. The fire left 150 workers jobless at the furniture factory while most businesses reported partial insurance coverage. The incident marks a severe blow to the local economy and industrial activity.

Fremont O. Dee Tromer Artract of Malt Company Christy Knife Company A. D John Youns Sitcon T. S. Sehumy Bros

Stuart's Catarrh Tablets Promoted as Safe Cure

An advertisement argues catarrh is a route to consumption and stresses the need for knowing what remedies contain. It touts Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as a transparent, effective form taken by mouth, noting antiseptic ingredients and immediate action on the throat and nasal passages. It warns against secret ingredients in other remedies and claims physicians approve. Sold by druggists for 50 cents per package.

Stuart

Creditors in London argue over Venezuela claims

The Tribune's London correspondent reports that principal British creditors seek enforcement of claims via ultimatum against Venezuela. Railways and harbor improvement firms form the bulk, citing defaults on interest and unpaid charges. German, French, and American claims vary, with U S precautions noted as a guard against drastic action in debt disputes.

Iitimatum New York Venezuela Tri Bune Tondon Anther Jessalvious United States Washington Germany England South America

Botanic Blood Balm Promises Cure for Blood Poison

Advertises Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for blood poison and cancers with skin eruptions ulcers rashes and bone pains. Claims thousands cured after other remedies fail, touts botanic ingredients improves digestion enriches blood stops itching and pains. Includes price one dollar per bottle and offer of free sample and medical advice by mail from Blood Balm Co Atlanta Ga.

Thorughly Blood Balm Co Atlanta

Texas Wonder Dis Covery Promised To Cure Kidney Ailments

An old advertisement touts Hall s Great Discovery as a remedy for kidney and bladder troubles including gravel diabetes and rheumatism. It claims universal efficacy for men and women and offers mail order sales from Dr E W Hall of St Louis Missouri with testimonials and druggist availability. Also included is a dated reader letter praising the cure for kidney trouble and a note about Alfredo Sefantes arriving in San Francisco following deportation for criticizing a Central American government.

St. Louis Greenfield Tenn E. W. Hall St. Lonia Hall O.B Drewry

Tennessee Pioneer Allen Parker Dies at 84

Chattanooga December 10 Allen Parker a Hamilton County pioneer and for 80 years a member of the county court has died of heart failure He was 84 and counted among the witnesses at the 1836 treaty signing for removal of the Indians.

Chattanooga Tenn Allen Parker Hamilton County

Planters and Merchants' Bank of Ozark Capital Rise

The Planters and Merchants' Bank of Ozark is authorized by the secretary of state to increase its capital from $50,000 to $160,000. The increased stock has been all taken and paid for. Scrofula, with its swollen glands, running sores, inflamed eyelids, cutaneous eruptions, yields to Hood's Sarsaparilla.

Montgomery Alm Planters and Merchants’ Bank of Ozark Secretary of State Hood

Christmas Holiday Rates on Southern Railway Tickets

The Southern Railway offers one and one third fare round trips to points east of the Mississippi and south of the Ohio Potomac rivers during the holiday period. Tickets are valid for continuous passage each direction, sold December 23 24 25 1902 and January 1 1903 with return limit January 8 1903.

Southern Railway Mississippi Ohio Potomac Rivers God

Teachers and Students Ticket Sales December 16–22

Notice to teachers and students that tickets will be sold December 16 to 22 with final return passage January 1, 1908, upon surrender of certificates signed by superintendents principals or presidents. For details contact R W Ser general agent 106 Clayton street Athens Ga W H Taylor AGP Atlanta Ga S H Hardwick GPA Washington DC.

R. W. Ser Clayton Street Athens W.H. Taylor Atlanta H. Hardwick Washlington D. C

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