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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1905
Page
3
Arrival times for Teama trains Nos 41 33 and 53 are listed along with outbound and inbound times for the Air Line Ry. The schedule shows morning arrivals around 8 15 AM and 9 15 PM and afternoon departures around 4 30 PM.
In Leslie, Floyd Annis, 58, a wealthy farmer, killed himself at home. Moments later his 32 year old son did the same in the same chair, using the same gun. Both men were prominent locals. the funeral for the father proceeded as the tragedy unfolded.
Columbus Ga Jan 3 The condition of Hon W K Schley of Chattoochee county who was shot in the breast by his wife Friday was somewhat better this afternoon If no other symptoms appear physicians believe he has a good chance of recovery Mrs Schley who did the shooting remains in bed suffering nervous prostration and is under medical care
Shawnee Oklahoma January 23 A crowd in Asher gathered several thousand dollars worth of cotton about sixty bales for a New Year bonfire Farmers bantered a test into reality as seed cotton and bales were piled high Generous contributions came from around the region culminating in Dad Coleman lighting the blaze expected to take days to burn all the cotton and reduce market supply.
Sickness of ague and malaria may be relieved by Electric Bitters a tonic medicine with curative influence. It is preferred to Quinine as it has no bad after effects. E S Munday of Henrietta Texas reports a brother saved from malaria and jaundice after taking Electric Bitters. Available at W J Smith & Bro and H R Palmer & Sons for 50 cents guaranteed.
Frankfort Ky Jan 3 Attorney General Hays seeks a rehearing in the Caleb Powers case appealing the Campbell statement and arguing court and state decisions support his position The petition targets the Court of Appeals ruling reversing a death sentence and asks to restore the verdict for a new trial or allow the death penalty to stand
Prominent Minneapolis citizens, including Theo J Birgelen, endorse Vinol cod liver oil as a superior medicine. Palmer & Sons, local druggists, cite testimonials praising Vinol for curative and strength building properties and claim it provides 100 percent more benefit than other medicines.
The ad touts Theo J Birgelen Vinol as a health tonic, sold by H R Palmer & Sons of Athens, with claims of restoring strength and aiding coughs and bronchitis. The piece notes Vinol uses cod liver elements without oil and offers a money-back guarantee. Also cited is a navy speed trial for the steamship Chattanooga at 16.1 knots, below a 16.5 knot contract.
Berlin reports the German government is expanding interest in Panama Canal work and plans to strengthen its squadron in African waters. The Kaiser seeks a strong fleet in American waters near the canal entrance to strike if needed, with the U.S. station to become a permanent rendezvous once funds are secured.
In Macon Georgia on January 3 Judge Speer ordered the marshal to take Annie Wheeler into custody and release her on a one hundred dollar appearance bond. He noted Jamison had already ruled the Bibb county chain gang infamous punishment and unlawful. He said a woman sent to the chain gang for six months for loitering violates civilization and humanity.
New York January 3 indictments expected tomorrow in the Morse Dodge marriage disruption. Charles F Dodge held under guard at Broadway Central Hotel as witnesses are arranged to testify about the events leading to the annulment of the Morse divorce. Additional witnesses will appear in the proceedings.
A reader testimonial from Oakland Ind claims Dr King's New Discovery cured a wife with consumption after three doctors gave up. The notice says the medicine kills germs of diseases and offers relief from coughs colds with doses available at affordable prices.
Western Pan-Presbyterian Alliance plans a meeting in Nashville on March with representatives from Presbyterian churches across the United States and Canada. W. H. Howard of Husband, Pa says his mother was cured of rheumatism after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm, regaining mobility and promising ongoing relief.
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