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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1903
Page
2
The Banner requests mailed notices with real names for publication and warns against telephone submissions. The Savannah Press and Watkinsville Enterprise are cited on editorials and events, with remarks on Georgia politics, education changes at Wesleyan, and a Philadelphian court report. The piece references speeches by Shackelford, Roosevelt era politics, and the Macon Telegraph’s notes on social topics.
The fair seeks to boost scientific farming and bright exhibits from every county in the region to show what Georgia growers can achieve. Athena expects improved civic ties and better local agriculture, urging county agriculture committees to mobilize farmers for competitive, creditable displays at the fair.
The speaker argues for a perpetual expansion of naval strength to match world powers. Citing 1870 Franco-Prussian War contrasts, they recall German sea power’s modest start and rapid modern growth. Emphasizes that the nation must pursue constant growth to build a formidable sea armament and status.
P W Sutherlin manager declares Imperial Hotel offers first class meals at special rates for Athens businessmen. Citizens may purchase tickets and choose one two or three meals daily while owners’ families are away for summer. Sutherlin asserts five years in the city and promise to please patrons or leave the market.
Cheep rail rates announced for events from Athens to Baltimore Boston Saratoga Springs and other cities. National Saengerfest in Baltimore June 15 20 with tickets on sale June 18 14 15 final June 22. Educational Association in Boston July 6 10 with multiple sale dates and extended limit details. Grand Lodge annual meeting in Baltimore July 21 28 with limited extension. Shrine Imperial Council in Saratoga July 7 10 with rate from Athens 24 80. Open to all. for schedules contact R W Sizer 106 Clayton Athens GA and regional agents.
Advertisement claims Hall's Great Discovery cures kidney and bladder issues in men and women and children, with a one dollar mail order option. Includes buyer testimonials from Neosho Missouri dated July 23 1901 and notes testimonials and dermatitis remedies plus a 50 cent zinc ointment for skin diseases.
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