Athens Banner subscription rates and local notices
The Athens Banner outlines subscription prices for the Athens Daily Banner and Weekly editions, payment methods, and a reminder that no carrier is authorized to collect payments. It also includes a mix of local items on roads, politics, baseball, and a notable bequest by Private John James Bartlett to Miss Helen Gould.
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Athens
Carrier Bay
John James Bartlett
Helen Gould
Montauk Point
Brooklyn
Wisconsin funds bolster university growth and state income
The Wisconsin legislature funds the University for building and ongoing support, arguing smart, well-used money yields state revenue. The piece notes Georgia should eventually follow, expanding support not only to the central university but its branches and specialized schools, as education investment benefits all.
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Legislature of
Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin
Central University
Ws Technological School
Route suggestions to Augusta and Atlanta amid old game reminiscences
The piece notes competing routes to Augusta via Monroe versus direct to Atlanta and references Mr. Charles H. Phinizy’s Sunday trip in a Buick. It then shifts to a Collier's essay by Wil Irwin about early baseball, describing crude play, equipment absence, catchers risking injury, and historical feats such as Smith’s five passed balls and Dicky Pearce’s deft infield play in the 1850s.
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Augusta
Monroe
Atlanta
Charles H. Phinizy
Wil Irwin
Collier's
Smith
Spirit of the Times
Dicky Pearce
Bishop Hartzell Pioneer Missionary Bishop of Africa
Rev Joseph C Hartzell a famed Methodist Episcopal missionary bishop was born June 1 1842 in Illinois. He studied at Illinois Wesleyan University and Garrett Biblical Institute joining the Central Illinois Conference in 1868 and later became secretary of the Freedmans Aid and Church Extension Society in 1888 and missionary bishop to Africa in 1896. His work in Africa is noted for political and educational reforms among tribes and colonies, likened to Stanley and Livingstone as a land reformer.
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Joseph C. Hartzell
Methodist Episcopal Church
Ilinois
Stanley
Livingstone
Tutt's Pills Almond Skin Whitening Remedy
A historical health note describes using Tutt's Pills with almond meat to soften and whiten the skin. It advises placing the mixture in a bag of veiling or soft bunting, avoiding soap during bathing, and finishing with a bath in clear nearly cold water.
Colquitt Files Voluntary Bankrupt Petition in Local City
Papers filed yesterday show Robert A Colquitt a Comer merchant entering voluntary bankruptcy. Through attorney Col H C Wey creditors sought a receiver, Max Michael of this city named receiver, with about 1500 dollars in liabilities and claims against Colquitt.
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Max Michael
Colquitt
Comer
Col
H. C. Wey
Tna Lumpkin
Col. S.C. Upson
Court Adjourns Session Until August 2
Deputy Clerk Cornett of the United States Court adjourned the term under order of the clerk. The session opened and was recessed for the day and will resume on August 2.
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United States Court
Cornett
Ats States Court
Foley's Kidney Remedy Aids Prostate and Bladder Trouble
A reader from Dexter Kentucky reports his elderly father suffered enlarged prostate and bladder issues. After doctors advised surgery due to age, Foley's Kidney Remedy eased symptoms after one then two bottles, ending the trouble. Sold by all druggists.
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Foley
L. BE. Mobr Dexter
Attention at Rag Lodge Session
A notice says a Thursday night meeting of the degree team will take place. All sisters should be present as representatives will conduct Rag Lodge Session.
Fines From Mayor's Court Include Park Trespass and Early Sale
Yesterday in mayor's court William Thomas and John Robertson were fined one dollar each for releasing their horses in Lynwood Park. Mike Petropol paid five dollars for opening his near beer saloon too early. Sam Jackson, colored, was fined five dollars for contempt after failing to answer in court. The article also describes Gheel, near Antwerp, as the City of the Insane, where about 1,200 residents live as guests under local care with inclusive, unrestrained surroundings and meals.
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William Thomas
John Robertson
Lynwood Park
Mike Petropol
Sam Jackson
Europe
Gheel
Antwerp
Boiling Molasses Improves gingerbread Making
A historic note states boiling molasses enhances the glaze for gingerbread. The practice aims to improve sweetness and texture in traditional recipes.
Why He Knew He Was Alive in a Coma Tale
A young man lies in a coma while friends fear death. He later awakens and explains he knew he was alive because his feet were cold and he felt hunger. He reasons that heaven would not leave him hungry or cold.
Infant Class Lesson On Cats Stirs Gentle Confusion
The Louisville Courier-Journal reports a new pupil-teacher arriving for natural history in an infant class. The teacher asks what clothes a cat wears, prompting puzzled silence until a boy asks if she has ever seen a cat.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Fraternal Lodge Meetings in Athens Schedule
Mt Vernon Lodge No 28 meets the second Thursday monthly at Max Joseph building Clayton street. Knights of Pythias meets Mondays at Castle Hall in Max Joseph building. Keystone Chapter meets third Tuesday at lodge room Max Joseph building. Bronn Lodge meets Tuesday at Lodge room in Carlton building. Davis Camp No 232 W C W Lodge rooms Carlton Building. Athens Rebekah Lodge meets Thursday at lodge rooms Pariton building. Oliver Encampment No 141 I C O Fe meets Friday night at Odd Fellows Hall Clayton and Jackson streets.
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Mt. Vernon Lodge
Mount V Lodge
Masonic N
Elmo Longe
K. of P
Keystone
Royal Arch Masone
Max Joseph
J. G. Trussell
H. P. Q. BE. Stond
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Bronn Lodge
OG. Fi
Caritom
Jackson Street
Odd Fellows
Carlton
Athens
Rebekah Lodge
O. F
Pariton
Minnie Tuck
N. G
Maud Nichols
Odd Fellows Hall
Clayton and
Jackson Streets
H. M. Williamson
C. P.J- A. Mealor
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