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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1916
Page
6
A historical column encourages pursuing noble ends over mere pleasure and cites personal gain. An advertisement markets Foley Kidney Pills as a remedy for cold weather kidney issues and kidney waste elimination. It also suggests improvised bed-table setups for invalids using a sewing machine leaf or table and books for support.
Advert shows claims that sedentary women suffer from constipation and indigestion and that Chamberlain's Tablets aid digestion. It asserts walking is better but tablets are easier, pleasant, and agreeable. Sold by all dealers.
A woman loves her home and her housework but her favorite occupation is pitying herself, a reflection from Topeka Daily Capital.
An old advertisement notes that artificial rubber made from Russian crude contains elements like those in California and Down On His Back. Solomon Bequette of Flat River Missouri recalls a lifelong cure with Foley Kidney Pills and recommends them for kidney trouble.
R. G. Collins of Barnegat New Jersey reports Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound stopped the severe la grippe cough that exhausted him. He calls it wonderfully healing and soothing as a remedy.
A Milwaukee Sentinel note mocks a local Ohio preacher fined for auto speeding, suggesting in the next world he won’t be accused of scalding in evil wagons.
In Athens a united Methodist delegation from the First Oconee Street and Young Harris churches gathered at the First Methodist to map a fourth annual mission drive led by a fifty member committee. Bishop Denny will speak at the Friday 7 30 p m supper, with tickets available through pastors and committee members. The event aims to mobilize church members for the campaign and local benevolence work.
Athens section features an interview with T H Pierce of South Lumpkin Street sharing kidney health relief from using Doan's Kidney Pills. Pierce, a Herald Company printer, says back pain eased and kidneys function improved after four boxes, endorsing the product to readers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sponsors this adv.
Miss Lillie E. Howard of 247 Chatooga Avenue received a $5 check yesterday as a prize for one of the best letters published by the Metropolitan Magazine issued for policy holders of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company.
Jack Curley announced Jess Willard signed for a ten round bout with Frank Moran in New York this April. Willard to earn 32500 dollars plus forty five percent of the gate receipts. Moran’s share was not yet fixed.
The Keystone Comedy The Submarine Pirate creates a sensation at Triangle theaters with laughs and submarine lessons. The Navy Department requested a copy of the film for use in recruiting sailors for the submarine service.
A simple stove repair: bend a strip of heavy tin over the top of each leg to fill the gap between leg and stove and fasten the opposite end to a stove projection. This prevents legs from dropping or becoming loose during moves or lifts.
An old advertisement claims dandruff causes feverish scalp irritation and hair loss. It urges buying a 25 cent bottle of Danderine, applying it to the scalp, and promises immediate stop to hair shedding and removal of all dandruff after a few uses.
Doctor Benians, a noted French physician, recommends applying glycerin to the soles each morning to counter excessive perspiration of the feet. He attributes the odor to poisonous substances produced by bacteria and says the condition will disappear with daily glycerin use.
Rev. B. Davidson of London England leads India and Ceylon Mission talks for the Y M C A men's meeting at the Elite theater. He preaches tonight at the Tabernacle and tomorrow night before heading to Rome for engagements. Rev. R E Neighbour to join.
Mr. I. T. Kilpatrick rushed to Eatonton yesterday upon learning of his mother’s unexpected death there.
The Gridiron, a prestigious university organization, admitted six senior class members last night. Named new members are Bright McConnell, Fred Crandal, Milo Hatch, W. F. McIntyre, Jos. S. Davis Jr., and R. W. Slade.
Members of the Ford permanent peace board choose Stockholm as their regular meeting place but stay in The Hague due to fears of mines at sea and German restrictions. Germany allowed the party to reach The Hague but refuses passage home.
An essay argues that while some women may be fit for battlefield roles, most face health challenges that hinder such service. It praises Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a long trusted remedy to relieve ailments and ease female suffering.
Ad touts Dr Porters Antiseptic Healing Oil as the cure for old sores and persistent ailments. It claims the product both relieves pain and heals, priced at 50 cents and 1.00 per bottle.
A 12 inch shell striking water creates a splash exceeding a battleship mast in height and weighing about 2000 tons, sufficient to drown a small vessel.
Home made bronchitis and cough remedy marketed by Warren J. Smith & Bro. guarantees money back if unsatisfactory. One bottle yields 128 teaspoons for 50 cents when mixed with sugar and water, claiming safety for children and no narcotics with a strong cost efficiency.
Athens Railway and Electric Co announces a new stop rule for cars starting Tuesday January 11 1916. Cars will stop for passengers at near side stops before crossing intersecting streets or entering curves unless only one crossing exists or public convenience warrants variation. Exceptions include the intersections of College with Washington Broad with College Clayton with College and Milledge with Lumpkin where far side stops will be used.
Public notices reveal two candidates for Solicitor General of the Western Circuit. P. Cooley seeks votes and support, pledging duty if elected. W. O. Dean announces candidacy, subject to Democratic committee actions across circuit counties.
The candidate appeals to white citizens of the Western Circuit for support and votes to win another term as Solicitor General. He cites full dedication, crime suppression, home security, and respect for courts as core duties, while noting exhaustive court work limits personal campaigning.
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