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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1920
Page
2
A literary column describes frost fairies painting scenes on window panes as winter twilight fades. The piece lingers on enchanted forests of crystal light and jeweled boughs, evoking memories of bright dreamlike landscapes seen in the panes.
Bits on gatherings and greetings in Athens include Mrs. Walter Jones hosting a bridge luncheon for Mrs. Julian McCurry now in town, plus many local visitors and trips. Attendees include Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Hansford, Miss Lizzie Hale, and Miss Celeste Shadburn, with doctors and teachers among the listed names.
Miss Alma Cain returns to Auburn after visiting Miss Bird. Joe Rucker of Royston was in the city yesterday. Mrs J W Ford of Penfield visits Auburn. Mr and Mrs Alban Hodgson return from their wedding trip and visit parents M and Mrs M Hodgson. Mrs Rutherford Lipscomb returns to Atlanta after visiting Mrs Mary Anne Lipscomb at Lucy Cobb. Blue Ribbon Extracts advertised as highest quality vanilla or lemon flavor.
A small bottle of Danderine sold at drug or toilet counters claims to stop hair loss and remove dandruff after several applications. It suggests rubbing a small amount into the scalp to grow hair stronger and shinier, with hair becoming softer and more abundant.
A long standing family remedy claims to cure colds coughs and croup with no after effect. Doctors recommend it for both children and adults with bottles priced at 50 cents and 1 26. The ad urges readers to buy now and start taking it for a speedy recovery.
An ad touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a prompt mild remedy for torpid liver and constipation. It claims they clean the system, restore regular bowel and liver function, and keep users feeling fit for daily work.
An advertisement extols Cascarets to banish headaches constipation and indigestion while you sleep. It claims the tablets prevent colds upset stomach and coated tongue without the harsh effects of Calomel or salts and emphasizes low cost and easy use.
The Men's Club of the First Baptist Church will meet at 7:30 Wednesday evening at the church. The meeting will be largely social and business with refreshments. The nominating committee report will be presented and permanent officers elected. All men of the congregation are invited.
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