Discovery of ether anesthesia sparks historic debate
The article reviews claims in the 1840s over who first used ether as an anesthetic, focusing on Dr. Crawford W. Long of Georgia and Dr. Morton of Boston. It traces exhibitions, publications, and honors, noting Long’s priority in use and Morton’s publication, with scholars and state authorities weighing who deserves credit. The piece cites records, memorials, and plaques across institutions and a future Hall of Fame decision.
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Crawford Long
Morton
Crawford W. Long
Geurein
Buete
W. TG. Morton
Boston
New York Herald
Long
University of Pennsylvania
London
Georgia
Alexander H. Stephens
Washington
Hall of Fame
Lung
Athens General Hospital to Open With Ceremonies
The cornerstone of Athens General Hospital will be laid tomorrow and its doors opened to patients in a modern building equipped with the latest medical devices. The project, the largest community undertaking in a decade, brings relief to residents and should benefit both local practitioners and out-of-town patients seeking care in Northeast Georgia.
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Athens General Hospital
Athens
St. Mary's
Georgia
Maronte
A Verse and a Vignette on How to Write Verse
A poem advising methods to craft poetry using rules and examples. It discusses alphabetic rhyme guidance and a sample subject Newest with playful critique of rhyming tests. The piece references a store of style rules and ends with a brief anecdote about a man who claimed a poetic method.
Remove the Weaklings from Atlanta Policing Probe
A long city council probe in Athinte, aided by citizens and Solicitor General Boykin, finds the police and detective departments corrupt. It urges removal of department heads Bergers and Poole and calls for reform to protect residents and curb crime. Mayor Key may veto. supporters demand action and cleansing of the force.
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Athinte
Koykin
Police Commission
Conneil
Atlante
Wow Tity
Aeien
Key
Suply
Atlanta
Athenta
Thy
Alliines
Atlant
Boykin
Athanta Tins
Quanta
Down
Sunk Without Trace and Patented Spring Fan
A fragmented 1920s style item notes J. Al Sweeney of Abuquerque recovering from paralysis and back on his feet. He publicizes a spring powered fan patent, reportedly offered $10,000. The blurb mixes quips on luck, misfortune, and legal caution, ending with a quip about phrases and legal misreads.
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Tle
Sweeney
Answers to Yester days Kwiz
A scrambled set of quiz items with misprints covers topics from birth stones to meteorology and geography. It lists 10 questions and mixed clues, mentioning February birth stone, February, Kansas City, and Sierra Nevada, among others, with several garbled terms.
Association of Life Underwriters Hold Meeting
The Athens Association of Life Underwriters held a public education meeting at city hall with Miss Margaretha Morris and Miss Frances Bond performing prior to discussions. Wm E Duncanson of the Atlanta Association spoke on life insurance and agent service. Attendees included district manager Davis and many local underwriters.
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Athens Association of Life
City Hall
Margaretha Morris
Atlanta Association of Life Underwriters
Ife Insurance
Istrict
Davis
Atlanta
Reliance Life’ Incurance Company
Athens
T. L. Mitchell
Park
Fo M. Hailey
Roo Harris
H. JT Lawrence
So P. Speer
P. O. Wall
C W. Chandte
J. Callaway
Rw, Phillips
A. ‘ H. E. Malvhara
W. G. Fambeaugh
de M. Lamarr
FO. Miter
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the Athens Banner
Mone Publishing, Company
Lampkin
H. J. Rowe
Aeliver
Wafrlers
Associated Press
Crawford W. Lond
York
Sonia
Wii
Willy
Gilles
Dr. Long
Beton
Morten
Charles T. Jackson
Ietheon
Congress Inter
Dawson
Bis
Upper Silesian
Bobh
Sherman
Bickers
Alventar
J. AL Sweeney
Abuquerque
Ollowss
Germany
Spain
Cheerpul Cherud
Riiecann
Association of Life Underwriters
Nevada
United States
Congress
Cuath
Carter-Moss Lumber Company
Athens, GA
God
Allah
Guna
Europe
America
France
M. E. Church
South
Peoples Bank
J. HL Hobert
Cahier
Bray
Ase't
S. Bernstein Eo Hdeut
J. Ib Dozier
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S. Bernstein, J. UL Dezter
J. H. Hinton
A. UL Davison
J. D. Trible
P. . Conolly
Abe Joel R
Crane O. H. Arnold, Jr
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