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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
1
The Vuivecsinsha Dalb team faces a late decision on hiring a coach due to funding gaps. University athletic authorities will approve payment and name the coach at a meeting, with captain Frank leading the baseball squad as they prepare to play on short notice for Georgia.
The appeal of Judge Brand’s bond validation ruling moves to the Supreme Court this week. Intervenors’ attorney Mr Tuck will prepare his viwpers this week and seek swift action to avoid delay. As an injunction matter the court will advance the case on the docket and hear it soon after filing.
Dorsey has returned from New York with a large select stock of clothing and gents furnishings. His goods arrive daily and will soon be on display for inspection and purchase. He notes optimism in New York about business despite political divisions and the Roosevelt candidacy, with Bryan’s chances brighter in the state. Whole evaporated apples sell for 20c per pound at Comer & McKenzie.
Special announcement states Foley’s Honey and Tar is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. Recommending it as safe for children and adults, for sale by all druggists.
Charlie Hunter a janitor on the campus was arrested on the charge of larceny after allegedly taking thirty five dollars from the desk of Mr Hall the university treasurer. The only other person seen near the desk was the janitor who left the money in the desk drawer which the lock failed to engage. Hunter denies the charge but evidence is strong and his trial is set for soon.
Judge Ss L Wingfield returns to the courthouse for a few hours amid illness from grip. He may be out days more. pensions for old soldiers are paid quarterly, causing hardship. Mr G T Wingfield assists his father as pensions are paid on demand. A bill to repeal quarterly payments is expected to pass.
The old wooden shack row on Clayton Street next to Pink Morton's new building is being demolished removing the last remaining structure. The owner’s plans are unclear but a new building is likely within the next six months.
An item notes Health Coffee described as a near real imitation coffee by Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin and praises Diodora Fine old Corn Whiskey from JACK CRANSTON CO at 113 115 Mercer Street Baltimore Maryland. The brief mention targets product ads and vendor addresses.
In Rome Georgia on February 19 T W Lipscomb won the mayoral race by 130 votes over R A Denny, with R H Wicker far behind. The aldermanic slate split and the Australian ballot system was used.
Miss Mildred Rutherford heads Memorial Day preparations with the Ladies Memorial Association. Capt J J C McMahan informs Cobb Delaney Camp UCV to meet at City Hall Saturday at 10 AM to plan observances and to arrange crosses of honor for veterans.
W S Yeates state geologist of Georgia and an authority on the state's minerals died Wednesday at his home 180 East Pine Street aged 51. He served as the first geologist for Georgia for fourteen years and issued fifteen bulletins on minerals and resources. Funeral arrangements to be announced with Georgia Lodge of Masons conducting the services.
Mr Lamar Dottery of this city has been brought to Atlanta for treatment and is now improving. His condition remains very serious though doctors entertain some hope for recovery.
Next Thursday night February 20 an entertainment is held for the Athena Rebekah Lodge. Admission costs 25 cents for adults and 10 cents for children. Doors open at 8 at Odd Fellows Hall over Davison Nicholson Company's store with Emma Parr and Beattie as officers.
Tomorrow night at the University chapel the Demosthenian Society marks its 107th anniversary and Phi Kappa Society its 88th. The event, set for February 21, features Phi Kappa address by Robert H. Jones of Atlanta and Demosthenian address by William F. Slaton Jr. of Atlanta with many students and citizens expected.
A storefront window was decorated in Pythian colors and flags, attracting a large number of delegates who appreciated the tribute to the order from the enterprising firm.
The Lyman Twin Brothers troupe brings The Yankee Drummers to the Colonial for an early season engagement. The musical comedy features big features, novelty acts, a pretty chorus, and spectacular electric effects, with a large company and full scenic equipment.
Friday at four o clock the Villa hosts an anniversary silver tea to benefit the Bessie Mell Industrial Home. All are invited to attend and support the cause.
Bert Barber of Elton Wisconsin says he has taken four doses of Kidney and Bladder Pills and they have done more than any other medicine. He notes the pills are sold by all druggists.
Advertisement notes DeWitt's Little Early Risers pleasant little pills for regularity. Describes they are easy to take and sold by all druggists.
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