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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1912

Page

5

Lydia E Pinkham Remedy Success Letters

In Cheneyville Louisiana and Chicago Illinois readers report relief and strength after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills. Mrs J W Stanley says weight rose from 120 to 155 pounds and life was prolonged. Mrs M Gary notes backache improvement after childbirth and renewed energy with the compound and changes of life use.

Cheneyville Lydia E. Pinkham J.w.stanley M. Gary Chicago Ill

Progressive Louisiana legislature ends historic session

Special to the Banner from Baton Rouge notes the adjournment after a dramatic session. Key reforms include recall for state and parish officers, extension of home rule to towns over 2000, abolition of unnecessary offices, ratification of the income tax amendment, and talk of an extra session to finish reforms.

Baton Rouge Louisiana L. E. Hall

Saturday Special Clearance Sale Summer Shoes

Ladies bargain sale offers small lots with broken sizes at one price 69 cents. Big lot sandals Oxfords and pumps in tans gun metals sizes good values up to 3 dollars at 99 cents each.

Bargain Shoes at Mallory Shoe Co.

Children Oxfords and Pumps priced 19c to 99c all items reduced. Ladies Oxfords and Pumps from 2.39 to 3.00, Men s Banister Oxfords 3.39 to 4.00, Men s Tan or Calf Oxfords 1.98 to 2.89. Odd lots and sizes packed together at 0.98. Liberal guarantee with every pair. 251 Broad St near College.

Tax Equalization Bill Faces Senate Rejection

Atlanta July 12 The Georgia Senate tabled the Harris bill for just and adequate tax returns and equitable valuations The measure would create state and county boards to collect returns and equalize values with a state board overseeing county boards The proposal seeks uniform property valuations across the state but faces a cool reception.

Atlanta House’ S Representatives Senate Harris

Kidney Pills Prove Quick Relief for Patient

In an era of high living costs a medicine that helps a man regain strength quickly is highly valued. John Heath of Michigan Bar California suffered kidney and bladder trouble and was bedridden until Foley Kidney Pills relieved him at once. All dealers carry them.

John Heath Michigan Bar Cal

Announcements of Democratic Candidates in Clarke County

The Clarke county announcements list candidates for representative in the Georgia General Assembly and the Senate. Names include Frank A. Lipscomb C B Griffith Cobb Lampkin J F Rhodes R Toombs Dubose and W H Quarterman plus W A Stevenson R L J Smith S J Tribble seeks the Highth District congressional nomination in the 63rd Congress with a primary slated for August 21 1912.

Clarke County General Assembly of Georgia Democratic Party Frank A. Lipscomb C. B. Griffith J. F. Rhodes Senate State Senate R. Toombs Dubose Congress S. J. Tribble Highth

Petition Urges Move for State School for the Deaf

A Georgia Deaf Association committee asks the General Assembly to relocate the Cave Springs School for the Deaf to a central city such as Macon or Atlanta or to establish a new school in south Georgia. They designate ending state funding for the current site and entrusting education method to the State School Commissioner while opposing full adoption of a pension system and preserving sign instruction.

Cave Springs Atlanta General Assembly of Georgia Georgia Association of the Deaf Georgia State School For the Deaf Macon Macah South

Newman Fishing Club to Hold Eighteenth Annual Barbecue

The Newman Club plans its eighteenth annual picnic at Dunlap's mill near Chattahoochee Park with invitations sent to prominent figures across states. Named for Judge William T. Newman, the event evolved from Federal building gatherings organized by Col. Dunlap and Col. Thompson and now draws governors, senators, and judges to Gainesville. Col. Thompson, master of the grill, will preside over the feast as guests gather for a day that blends dignity with camaraderie.

Newman Fishing Club Athens Gainesville Newman Club Federal Court of Atlanta Dunlap’s Mill Chattahoochee Howard Thompson Newman Bar Association Col. Dunlap Col. Thompson United States

Atlanta Exhibition Promises Massive Machinery Display

More than a quarter of a million dollars in special machinery has been ordered for display at the Manufactur ers Exposition in the Atlanta auditorium August 1 to 10. The exhibit, overseen by Frank Weldon, aims to attract visitors with over 25 distinct factory operations including shoe making and steel works. Railroads offer 3 cent round trips from several states to boost attendance as the Southern Merchants convention gathers 4,000 to 8,000 merchants.

Atlanta Auditorium Armory Frank Weldon Auditorium South Georgia Florida Alabama Tennessee North South Carolina Ion Merchants and Manufacturers’ Association of Atlanta Capital City Seoul Decia

READY TO RACE AT WINDSOR

Windsor Ont July 12 The Windsor Jockey Club predicts a highly successful summer race meeting opening tomorrow. A liberal offering of stakes and purses has drawn an unusually large field from prominent Canadian and American stables. The meeting runs through the coming week.

Windsor Ont Windsor Jockey Club Canada United States

Notice to bid coal for State Normal School Athens Ga

Notice invites bids to furnish coal for the State Normal School in Athens Georgia. Quantities include 200 tons in July August 400 tons between October 1 and March 1 as needed. Coal to be steam quality lump 2 to 6 inches or larger by seam with analysis. Bids must state seam and Athens delivery to the Normal School. A Rhodes

Willy State Normal School Athens A. Rhodes

Tippens anti beer bill awaits Georgia Senate outcome

The Tippens anti beer measure faces an uncertain path after passing the Georgia House. Analysts note potential revenue loss from abolishing near beer, with counties differing in tax contributions. A veto by Governor Brown could block the bill, requiring a two thirds vote to override.

Sons of Georgia House Senate Brown

Progressives in Oklahoma Rally Behind Owen in Senate Fight

Oklahoma City July 12 The supporters of Senator Robert Owen claim his renomination chances improve with Woodrow Wilson's presidential nomination. The Democratic primary in a few weeks pits Owen against ex Governor Charles N Haskell while five Republicans seek the toga led by Ed Perry. The battle targets control of a predominantly Democratic legislature.

Oklahoma City Okla United States Robert Owen Charles N. Haskell Woodrow Wilson Congress Haskell Ohio Harmon Buckeye Oklahoma Owen Wilson Clark Baltimore Ed” Perry Roosevelt

Insect Bite Costs Leg and Earthy Remedies Advertised

A Boston man lost his leg from an insect bite two years earlier. The ad touts Bucklen’s Amiga Salve to kill poison and reduce swelling and pain, with 25 cents at W. J. Smith & Bro. and H. R. Palmer & Sons. Another farmer near Canaan Maine claims uric acid caused his rheumatism and credits Foley Kidney Pills for cure and eye specks removal.

Boston W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons A. M. Nason Canaan Foley

Supreme Court Denies McNaughton Case On Appeal

Atlanta July 12 The Georgia Supreme Court denies a w w i t ex perior court ruling in the McNaughton case. Mrs Mattie F wife of the dead man faced complicity in the crime. The condemned man’s appeal to Georgia’s high court failed and the US Supreme Court upheld the state decision. McNaughton remains jailed in Chatham County awaiting resentencing after a new motion for a retrial.

Atlanta Supreme Court W. J Mattie Fi Onega Supreme Court of Georgia McNaughton Supreme Court of the United States Emanuel Court Physicians Chatham County

Senate Recommends Probation System for Georgia

Atlanta July 12 The judiciary committee of the house of representatives has recommended passage of the McElreath bill creating a probation system. It allows judges to suspend prison terms and place offenders at home under a probation officer, with wages guiding family support and reform aims.

Atlanta Judiciary Committee House of Representatives

Bankrupt Thomason to Seek Discharge in Atlanta Hearing

In the District Court of the Northern District of Georgia the petition for discharge by J. D. Thomason is set for hearing on August 13, 1912 at 10 A. M. in the U S District Court room Atlanta Georgia. Creditors and interested parties are to appear and show cause why discharge should not be granted. Clerk O C Fuller Deputy W G Cornett July 13 27

District Court of the United States Northern District of Georgia J. D. Thomason United States District Court Room Atlanta O. C. Fuller W. G. Cornett

The Choice of a Husband Advertisement

A vintage ad promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills to prevent weakness bad blood and foul breath. Claims include new strength fine complexion pure breath and cheerful spirits. Sold for 25 cents by W J Smith & Bro and H R Palmer & Sons.

Dr. King W.J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons

In Memoriam for J A Fulcher at Young Harris Memorial Church

The church board offers memorial resolutions praising J A Fulcher for his steadfast convictions and service. Sympathy is extended to his family and the Athens Banner is asked to publish the resolution. Members Cobb Lampkin J My Williamson T C Fowler sign the document. Also includes an advertisement for Chamberlain's Liniment claiming relief for sore muscles and rheumatic pain.

Gould J. A. Fulcher Young Harris Memorial Church Christ Athens Cobb. Lampkin J. My Williamson T. C. Fowler Chamberlain

Also Mentioned on This Page

V. Com T. W. Wallace Rosa Wallace Children’s Oxfords and Pumps Cobb Lampkin Generral Western Circuit John B. Gamble W. H. Quarterman W. A. Stevenson R. L. J. Smith C. L. Jackson Chma Nate A. Gordon I. H. Marchman
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