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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1912
Page
8
The large Spalding ball escaped briefly yesterday on Lumpkin street with horses panicking as athletes and officials watched. Coach Cumberland led the event with Coach Anderson and Physical Director Sanford nearby. The ball, inflated with its own air, appeared swollen and headed toward the flats for preparations before the big games on the twenty second.
A Georgia Spirit critique argues college honors are earned not grabbed. It condemns student body and Freshman scramble for offices, urges selecting truly qualified leaders, and warns against rewarding those who gain power through manipulation or wire pulling.
Avanta Georgia February 7. Mrs. Sarah Harris Graham wife of Rev Ben Graham filed answer to divorce petition asking temporary and permanent alimony. Rev Graham former Methodist pastor alleged jealousy of church members and children. Graham claims yard scene caused mortification. she says she wept gently.
A town retailer promotes D D D Prescription as an eczema cure with a personal guarantee. The ad claims immediate itch relief from a wash and promises free trial bottles if unsatisfied, naming D D D Laboratories of Chicago and listing ingredients like thymos glycerine and oil of wintergreen.
In Athens a Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets advertisement urges relief from indigestion and dyspepsia. It promotes a 25 cent box with 15 days of treatment and money-back satisfaction, plus larger sizes for chronic cases, from H. R. Palmer & Sons Drug Co.
A historic convention of Polish priests gathered in Detroit with delegates from across the United States to discuss unified action for Polish Catholic interests in America. Bishop Rhode of Chicago, the first Polish Catholic bishop in the U S, is among the prominent participants.
Notice announces dissolution of Wingfield Bros and Co a clothing firm in Athens Clarke County Georgia F L Davis retires The business continues at the same location under Wingfield Bros W C Wingfield and S B Wingfield Jr who will settle liabilities and collect debts The retiring member extends best wishes to the new firm.
Macon Michigan resident S A Stid endured severe chest pains and a dreadful cold after a merciless storm. A neighbor gave Dr King’s New Discovery which eased symptoms. the doctor warned of pneumonia but Stid recovered after using two bottles. Trial bottle offered free with a 5 cent and 1.00 dollar price. Guaranteed by W J Smith & Bro and BR Palmer & Sore.
Toronto Feb 7 Lieutenant Governor Gibson opened the provincial legislature with military display. A long busy session is predicted with the forkmen's compensation act as a early measure. Other matters include the bilingual school question immigration food roads and hydro electric extensions.
An ad touts Parisian Sage as a trusted hair tonic from H. R. Palmer & Sons. It promises to stop hair loss, end dandruff, and relieve itching with a pleasant scent, offering money back if unsatisfied. A large bottle is priced at 50 cents and is marketed to daily users seeking lustrous hair.
One 1912 model motorcycle for sale cheap. Equipped with Bosch magneto gas lamp luggage carrier clock and Bailey tread tires plus complete tool kit. Has not been run over two or three hundred miles and is guaranteed in perfect condition. Address P. O. Box 294 City. Phone 177-243. 3t tu-th-sat.
The candidate calls for white voters in the Western Circuit to support his bid in the 1912 Democratic primary. W A Stevenson submits the notice and asks for votes. The text also notes Harry Wolverton leading the New York Yankees and receiving fan affection for his Oakland ties.
Wet feet can inflame nasal throat and lung membranes and lead to lagrippe bronchitis or pneumonia. For coughs Foley s Honey and Tar Compound soothes inflamed membranes and speeds healing. Arthur Bues the third base recruit from Seattle is expected to join the Giants next season after leading the Northwestern League with a .353 average and 21 home runs.
How Cold Affects The Kidneys warns that cold weather congests the kidneys increases their workload and risks serious trouble including Brights disease. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills as a tonic remedy to strengthen kidneys and ease pain. Pitcher Sam Leever cannot report to the Minneapolis club at season start. A horse accident injured a school master’s knee recently.
Ad claims Grove's Bromo Quinine Tablets cure a cold in one day. It notes the remedy is on each box with the familiar slogan nature in a bottle. Druggists offer a refund if not effective. Box price listed as 25 cents.
Atlanta February 7 report on Amelia Bingham's The Climbers staged by the Atlanta Player Club at the Grand. The cast includes Dr Erich Zoeppfel-Quellenstein as Dr Steina, marking his first appearance in Atlanta photographs for local papers. The club, composed of city leaders, produces about two plays per season and this performance drew praise for staging and acting.
Industrial Index notes about seven million dollars in contracts for the Louisville & Nashville Railway double-tracking and line extensions, with work largely in Alabama. It highlights southern industrial growth, power projects for Tallapoosa River, and new plants in Georgia and Florida, including steel, pipe, cooperage, pulp, lumber, and gas ventures.
A Confederate veteran recalls Sherman’s march to Macon and Stoneman’s near-miss, detailing how Wheeler’s brigade captured the retreating force and the expected release plan for prisoners. The Macon reunion organizers receive notes from Snyder Texas and Mickle New Orleans as preparations proceed.
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