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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1917
Page
8
Advertisements in this column refer to the Banner address not the advertiser. Notices include insurance, savings bank terms, loans, rentals, sales, and lost items. Bankruptcy notice for Henry B. Sparks details first creditor meeting date and venue in Athens Georgia July 21 1917.
An advertisement claims Calotabs provide a painless liver cleanse and system purification. A Calotab taken at bedtime with water supposedly leaves no taste or after effects, waking the next morning refreshed and hungry. The ad guarantees satisfaction or refund and notes twenty doses cost thirty five cents at drug stores.
The Athens District Conference of Methodist churches convened with 175 delegates. Rev. J. W. Morris led opening prayers, Rev. Wiggins spoke on Christ’s preeminence, and Judge West welcomed attendees. Reports were assigned to committees and a Sabbath freight train law repeal protest was approved. Dr. Parker preached on the Holy Spirit, with schedule of sessions and an expected address by Miss Daisy Davies of LaGrange Female College.
At the Georgia campus Chancellor Barrow’s home area glows with patriotic lights as 500 teachers and 300 corn and canning club youths participate in a play program under a top educator. Dr. Soule lectures on motion pictures in extension work. Bird Study Hour features Prof. M. L. Brittain and Dr. Clifton F. Hodge. A five lecture series on Why We are at War runs from 4:20 to 6:10 in Peabody 3.
Wingfield Chamberlain Reid announces a big July sale with 25 to 30 percent off all stock including straw hats shirts and wash suits. The firm notes mid summer overstock and urges liberal buying to store for next season and claims prices below current manufacturer levels. The page also lists Clarke County teacher exams on August 3 and 4 with registration by August 2 and July 23 book openings.
A statistics expert estimates a woman who marries at twenty and raises four children will peel at least 83 000 potatoes for home use by age forty five. The claim emphasizes household labor and practical math in domestic life.
A concise aphorism by Henry Ward Beecher asserting wealth is defined by the soul, not by ledgers or possessions. True riches come from inner character, not material accumulation.
An affable cynic says the key difference is that a mule stays quiet just before it kicks. This quip frames humans and animals with a wry, observational tone.
Washington July 11 W E Thomas of Valdosta Georgia was nominated by President Wilson to be United States district judge for the Southern district of Georgia.
State Senator McCurry of Hartwell representing the thirty first district was seriously injured crossing West Peachtree Street. The car owner was J. J. May of Adel and the driver Clinton Parker of Atlanta. he is hospitalized.
New York July 11. Ruth Cruger spurned a pledge of silence to save her life during the attack by Alfredo Cocchi. The confession was announced by District Attorney Swann, detailing the doomed choice and its outcome.
Washington July 11 The administration aviation bill will be reported by the military committee Friday and probably will pass the House Sunday. Details of the program are guarded to keep vital information from debate.
The Chicago Board of Trade set a maximum price of 1.28 per bushel for December and May 1918 corn deliveries. Officials said the move aligns trading with government war policy to curb speculation and avoid undue consumer costs.
Federal troops arrested between fifty and sixty Industrial Workers of the World members at Elisburch Washington for interfering with crop harvesting and logging in alleged violation of federal statutes.
H E Choates longtime Michael Brothers man now with J K Orr Shoe Company in Atlanta spent a day in Athens yesterday. He is warmly welcomed by many friends during his visit to the city.
Twenty more boys from various counties yesterday arrived to join the 150 already here for short courses at the College of Agriculture. About 90 girls in all, 26 taking the short courses in agriculture and conservation.
Warning against internal use of mercury based remedies for catarrh. Promotes safety by seeking physician prescribed treatments. Mentions Hall Catarrheid from F L Cheney Co of Toledo Ohio and Paying Fall Catarrh Cure with internal use. Includes price per bottle and cautions about mucous-surface damage.
A humorous exchange features Mrs Naggs arguing Solo mon had 700 wives prove his wisdom. She counters, claiming his wisdom shows in managing many wives. The other speaker contrasts that and a dancer, noting a little man as a dancing teacher who sympathizes with a confessed waste of time to dance.
A humorous exchange about a patent burglar alarm and a talkative neighbor. The curtain-twitching Mrs Glithery and her deceitful nature are joked about. In a separate note, a landlord laments a failed apartment investment, calling it a flat failure.
The Clarke County Bird Club will attend Bird Hour addresses this evening at 8 30 in the Octagon. Prof Earnest is president of the club which numbers many lovers of the feathered folk. Dr Hodge and Prof Brittain will be the speakers. Let every citizen of Athens who can do so be present.
A quip on seasons and weather grins at a pessimist who claims no season stands out. The remark jokes about originality in weather commentary and the speaker’s lack of inspiration.
A remarkable woman speaks of operating a boarding house for 25 years and her enduring belief in human nature. Her account highlights resilience, community ties, and steadfast faith in people despite challenges.
A mathematics professor warns a rival with a sharp retort about reducing him to his lowest common multiple in a tense exchange.
Rentals listed for seniors at 564 College Ave $40.00 and 536 College Ave $25.00 plus 243 Dougherty St. $25.00 per month. Addressed to readers seeking housing options in local listings.
Athens Ga July 10 1917 you are due an assessment of 850 in Oconee Burial Fund on the death of Mrs L Bazner this must be paid at once Leave with W J Smith Bro or pay to 21 J H Mealor.
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