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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1908
Page
6
Frankfort Ky February 28 The Wasconer county unit bill extends local option liquor laws to all Kentucky counties. The measure passed the house by a vote of 14 to 0, enabling all counties to vote on prohibition locally.
Special announcement states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles is not affected by the Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults and will be sold by all druggists.
Arthur Roberts, a white fireman for the Southern and Florida railroad, died after being crushed beneath a moving freight engine in the Macon yards near Mateon, Georgia, on February 28. He suffered severe injuries and died shortly after at a local hospital.
Gripe sweeping the country. Preventies claim to check early colds with a safe, gentle tablet. They state no quinine or laxative, not harsh. Marketed for feverish children. large 48 tablet box priced at 25 cents, sold by TH. R. Palmer boxes & Sons.
Chicago February 28 Maisters of Chicago warn trade interests that prohibition supporters threaten their business and ask who are friends or enemies. A self-preservation note says no firm aiding the prohibition party can do steady business with them. Separately, advertisements promote Liquid Cream Balm spray for nasal care from Ely Bros. New York with no cocaine or dangerous drug content.
Edward R. Thomas and Orlando F. Thomas, financiers with wide interests, were indicted for alleged management irregularities at the Providence Savings Life Assurance Society. The New York grand jury returned three indictments, two against Edward R. Thomas and one against Orlando F. Thomas, as part of the Provident Life investigations.
Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin claims Health Coffee is the finest coffee substitute ever made. It contains pure toasted cereals with malt and nuts and deceives experts who might drink it as real coffee. Boiling time is four minutes according to the doctor G H Williamson.
Well known traveling man Henry W. Wooding, long a prominent figure in Atlanta business circles, died yesterday at his home in Toccoa after years of residence there. His death was reported as a sharp loss to the local commerce and traveling fraternity.
Republican state convention in St. Louis endorses Secretary William H. Taft for president and commends President Roosevelt's administration. The event emphasizes support for Taft amidst 1912 era party dynamics. A stray ad for Kohol stomach remedy appears in the text but is not core to the political item.
Royston Georgia February 28 a house once occupied by Ann and Vine Jones was destroyed by fire at about 12:20 am. The adjacent home of Mrs J D Veal was also burned and its eastern town area threatened. Mrs Veal’s house was insured. The origin remains unknown. Earlier last Wednesday dynamite damaged the Jones home front steps and porch. no one was hurt. A telegram from Miss S A Jones to Governor Hoke Smith pleaded for protection.
A 1900s style testimonial proclaims Doan's Kidney Pills cure backaches and kidney ills from diabetes to general pain. Mrs. S H Hemphill of Athens credits relief, saying pills strengthened her back, reduced dull pain, and helped sleep through the night after trying various remedies. Sold by H R Palmer & Sons and Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY. Remember the name Doan's.
Captain William H H Brotherton an Atlanta pioneer and leading dry goods merchant died at 6 20 p m in Atlanta He was a longtime Trinity Methodist member and influential in local politics The notice also contains an advertisement for Dr King s New Discovery cough remedy with testimonials and local druggists listed for sales
Washington February 28 Round table conferences of the National Educational Association opened with state and county superintendents and city leaders discussing County Superintendent Teachers and State Uniformity Laws. Secretary Wilson spoke on preparing teachers for agricultural education with Balcomb Cameron and White among participants.
Augusta Ga February 28 The Augusta Battalion remains divided after a split over a commanding officer. Capt George P Elliott elected major despite ongoing quarrels with a new election ordered but postponed. Officials cite known reasons for delay as wrangling continues and harmony remains elusive.
A promotional notice advises taking Cham berlain s Stomach and Liver Tablets to cleanse the stomach and regulate the liver and bowels. It states the product costs 25 cents and that samples are free at local druggists including H. R. Palmer & Sons Warren J. Smith & Bro L. P. Canning E. C. McEvoy and Orr Drug Co in Athens Georgia.
In Chattanooga Tennessee on February 28 1907 Ed Turner a known Kentucky feudist was executed at 4 50 pm in the county jail His neck broke and he died eleven minutes later He confessed to killing his wife Lillian Turner on April 2 1907 by slitting her throat near Lookout Mountain
An advertisement warns that La Grippe coughs can lead to pneumonia and promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe remedy that stops coughing and strengthens lungs. It emphasizes the product’s genuine yellow package and warns to refuse substitutes.
Clifford Walker of Monroe Georgia declares his candidacy for Solicitor General of the Western Circuit covering Gwinnett Walton Jackson Clarke Oconee Banks and Franklin counties. He asks Democratic State Executive Committee members and circuit voters for support.
A candidate announces his bid for solicitor general of the Western Circuit comprising Gwinnett Walton Jackson Oconee Clarke Banks and Franklin. The declaration cites the Macon democratic platform and participation in the 1908 democratic primary, seeking support from circuit citizens.
Cobb Lampkin and E Edwards advertise real estate offerings in city listings. They market a two acre lot with cottage style homes on high ground, a vacant 80 by 400 foot lot for 1750 dollars, new Jackson street store room, and upstairs rooms, inviting listings and purchases.
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