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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1913
Page
3
Storewide June sale highlights savings in every department with discounted dresses priced at 12.50 18.50 8.50 and 9.98. The flyer lists multiple dress price points such as 748 12.50 18.50 20.00 and 9.98, signaling broad fashion discounts.
A local page lists white fabrics including 2,000 yards of white pique and corded welts at 18c, silk stripe and check voiles 1,000 yards at 29c to 25c, and imitation linen lawn 19c.
Entire stock of ready-made curtains at one third off and bath mats one third off. Wool carpeting 85c grade 60c, fire screens $1.50, Lenolum 50c per square yard, remnants of curtain materials reduced. Dresses priced from 1.10 to 10.50 with many under 6.00, lingerie and embroidered linen waists at 1.00, various embroideries and patterns on sale, former prices up to 200.
Complete stock of newest waists, corset covers, chemises, petticoats, gowns, and drawers offered at half to low prices. Multiple items listed: waistbends, chemises, crepe gowns, drawers, and petticoats, with price points from 35c to $3.50. Vast selection in new shapes and colors with the claim of the lowest prices.
Fulton county representative-elect John Y. Smith calls for a Georgia assembly commission with subpoena power to study antiquated penalties and prison conditions. He urges a comprehensive report for future legislation and favors suspending sentences with safeguards, citing Prison Association support.
A Georgia town of 3000 in Winder sits in Gwinnett Jackson and Walton counties causing legal issues. Deeds name one county while witnesses come from another. Administration, school funding, and state licenses are split across counties. Winder seeks a new county to enable growth and simplify governance.
Calvin M. Hitch once secretary to Senator A Tacon and executive secretary to Governor Hoke Smith was rejected from federal posts in Georgia. Once eyed for Atlanta postmaster and collector of Internal Revenue, he now reportedly loses out as Senator Bacon seeks new appointments.
A vintage health ad touts GROVE'S D Tonic as a strong malaria and fever remedy with rapid stomach dissolution. It also promotes DR PORTER'S ANTISEPTIC HEALING OIL for wounds burns and skin diseases. The copy claims broad uses and guarantees by the Druggist.
Special to the Banner Atlanta June 3 retailers backed by supporters across the state will seek changes to Georgia garnishment laws at the coming legislative session. A bill would tax day laborers wages above one dollar per day at 60 percent of excess. another backed by Georgia Bankers would make drawing a nonfunded check a misdemeanor unless funds are deposited within 30 days. Also noted are medical ads and political notes on Georgia senator Hitch and local prospects.
Emory College in Oxford Georgia prepares for a June trustees meeting to decide on allowing intercollegiate athletics as a trial under faculty supervision. A student petition and alumni opinions will be presented as Intercollegiate Athletic Day on June 5 with many alumni anticipated.
Madam Paulini a noted clairvoyant and palmist resumes operations in Athens at 293 Clayton St West with daily hours from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. except Sundays.
Southern Railway announces effective Sunday May 25 schedule changes between Lula and Athens. Trains 217 212 run daily, 261 262 on present schedules, 237 and 210 on present patterns, 230 on Sundays only. Athens depart 3 45 p m Lula arrive 5 30 p m with all intermediate stops.
Representative J J Slade of Muscogee aims to amend the state military law to place riot control in communities under civilian authorities during disturbances. The move stems from the Augusta strike period when martial law was nearly invoked. Slade argues current law grants too much military power and seeks an effective check without harming the law’s overall purpose. Most Children Have Worms. Many mothers think their children suffer indigestion or headaches when worms are the cause. Symptoms include fretful behavior, bad breath, and colicky pains. Kickapoo Worm Killer, a candy lozenge, expels worms and restores health. guaranteed. Available at druggists or by mail. Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. Philadelphia and St. Louis.
An affidavit touts Eckman's Alterative as effective for tuberculosis and other lung ailments. The tester describes a dramatic weight gain and recovery after starting the remedy, urging its use alongside nutrition and fresh air and inviting readers to request a recovery booklet from Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
Atlanta June 3 The State Board of Health outlines a plan to empower muzzling of dogs and regulate transfers to eliminate hydrophobia in Georgia. It stresses targeted use, not broad cruelty, and cites Norway and Sweden as success models with secretary Harris optimistic about rapid elimination.
Lawton Michigan residents report rapid improvement for rheumatism after using Detohons Relief. Mrs Koons regained mobility within days. Citizens Pharmacy stocks the remedy at the corner of Clayton and Jackson. Also advertised Chamberlains Tablets for stomach and liver troubles sold by dealers nationwide. The notice questions the location of a lobby.
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