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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1911
Page
2
The post holiday markets show inactivity on exchanges but strong demand for spot cotton, especially white grades. Foreign buyers favor white cotton while American spinners struggle for profit and many mills operate on short time. The ginners’ report due Tuesday January 10 prompts varied forecasts. most expect a small crop with possible rises or declines depending on bale totals.
A change in the vestibule trains of the S A L is announced effective at 12:01 on the morning of January 8. Train 32 arriving Athens northbound will now be due at 2:35 p. m. Train 33 southbound will arrive at 3:20 p. m. instead of 2:30.
Notice in the Northern District of Georgia Eastern Division that Ralph W. Callaway of Athens is adjudicated bankrupt. The first meeting of creditors is scheduled at the referee's office in Athens on January 16, 1911 at 1 o'clock in the afternoon. Creditors may attend, prove claims, appoint a trustee, and examine the bankrupt.
A letter from C B Rader of Lewisburg West Virginia praises Electric Bitters for curing a ten year stomach trouble and rheumatism. The note claims the remedy works for dyspepsia algia jaundice and kidney toxins and guarantees satisfaction. Sold by W J Smith & Bro and H R Palmer & Sons for 50 cents per bottle.
Gainesville Ga January 7 The Banner reports the death of J B Thomas editor of the Dawsonville Advertiser a prominent Dawsonville citizen and Mason. He aided Confederate veterans and was linked to a famed Missionary Ridge incident involving a drummer Thomas inspired MacArthur who later grew to high rank. Thomas will be buried after funeral arrangements are set. a Georgia veterans leader and Dawson County official, he is remembered for public service and character.
The Woodmen of the World band rents the old First Methodist Church on Bradford street to convert it into a club house. They plan permanent organization, officer elections, and regular band practice with concerts at the opera house within about thirty days.
Real estate notes and market briefs featuring Erwin and Company. Quick summaries of property listings, investment mood, and notable transactions. Focus on local property trends and market signals from the firm’s real estate notes.
Small ads and notices list insurance firms Lipscomb Jester and Erwin Co. with real estate ties, a large Athens Savings Bank offer, a silk sale at Michaels, and dining at New Athenaeum Cafe. Also items on stoves, corsets, photo offers, milk cows, expert stenographer, barber college catalog, hairdressing courses, boarding, and rental notices near Jackson Street and Milledge Avenue.
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