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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1908

Page

7

Southern Begins Double-Tracking Project Across Rail Route

Fragmented report outlines Southern Railway plans to double track sections between Washington and Charlotte with ongoing work at Atlanta shops. Mentions past delays, worker impact, and financial strains amid conditions, aiming to improve traffic flow along the corridor.

Atlanta Kate Timer Washington Charlotte Danville Edo Setue Fyuelht Beewtien Tiis

Jester Seeks Freedom To See Family Moral On Reputation

A jester, worn from daily comic labor, asks the king for permission to visit kin in a distant land. The king and court find him immeasurably funny, yet the request underscores the lesson that gaining a reputation is often harder than losing one. The tale ends with the moral that losing a hard won reputation can be tougher than earning it.

Sion

Chamberlain's Pain Balm for burns and cuts

Antiseptic liniment claims to prevent blood poisoning from cuts bruises or burns and to ease and speed healing. It also purportedly relieves burn pain almost instantly. Sold by H R Palmer Sons and others in Athens Ga.

Chamberlain’s H. R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro L. P. Canning E. C. McEvoy Orr Drug Co Athens

Second Dividend of the Neal Bank

The Superior Court reports the second dividend to Neal Bank depositors. About $170 000 to be paid, with $150 000 more upcoming, totaling nearly $500 000 in six months. Receivers expect depositors will be paid in full.

Neal Bank Wien Tlan Ndiar

Remarkable Cruise Encounter Sparks Navy Humor

A weekend trip near Castine Maine yielded a strange tale as a Montana youth helps a Maine farmer who fell overboard. Ventilators became torpedo tubes and fox nets rose into air, while the Hartford is praised as the ship afloat. The retired Rear Admiral notes the old ship has changed since he commanded her.

Rockland Castine Shin Says Army Nave Life Montana Hartford U.S. N

You before meals, not after, says Dr Fussey

A patient mistakes meal timing for capsule intake. Dr Fussey insists accuracy matters, noting its impact at their boarding house. The Catholic Standard and Times records the exchange highlighting practical daily discipline and health advice.

Divide My Fire Insurance With J. C. Jester

A brief note requests sharing fire insurance with J. C. Jester. The text gives no date place or policy details. Further context from the original article is needed to confirm the exact arrangement or individuals involved.

J. C. Jester

Receivers Named to Take Charge of Imman Estate in Atlanta

Judge Pendleton announced two receivers for Walker P. Imman estate, with Mrs Harriet F Brandon as one. Attorneys discussed appointing a co receiver as Mrs May Intuan Gray seeks the role. The petition filed May 5 alleges mismanagement by executors and marital disputes threaten business, estate valued around 1.5 million dollars.

Avlanta Walker P. Inman Harriet F. Brandon Pendleton Superior Court Iver Charles ‘Tl. Hopkins Alex King May Intuan Gray Maglillan Grey Harriet FL Branson Morris Branden Hon Mrr Gant Brandon Jamies Ro Gacey Bisanton Todo Geay Anoher Moreyman Charles T. Hopkins Badge Pendietan Nee Mr. Imman

Eugene Field and a Fifty Dollar Touch

A Toledo Blade account recounts Eugene Field's habit of helping the needy, contrasted with his penchant for borrowing. He and William E. Curtis once joked over a fifty dollar loan, Curtis reminding Field of the debt when visiting Washington. Field claimed to be short and repaid only with a playful public note.

Kiter Generie Toledo Blade Field Barrower William E. Curtis Curtis Gene Washington William FE. Curtis Chicago Record

Their Wickedness Gibbs Visiting Neighbors Described

Gibbs visits and questions neighbors about a blacksmith forging counterfeiting and a carpenter's illegal trades. He notes a couple of men next door who sell iron and steel for a living.

Gibbs Boaton Transcript

Wheeling Railroad Placed Under Receiver Amid Mounting Debts

Toledo reports Wheeling and Lake Erie railroad placed in receivership by U S District Judge W W Taylor after claims exceed 8.7 million dollars to National Car Wheel Company and total indebtedness cited above 28 million. B A Worthington named receiver with 100000 dollar bond. Pulse on terminal project cost overruns and looming notes and mortgage due soon.

Toledo Ohio National Car Wheel Company New York Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad United States W. W. Taylor Wheeling B. A. Worthington Cleveland Unite Surety Company Baltimore Wheeling and Lake Erie Road Pittsburg Ramsey

Fatal accidental shooting in Buchanan County Virginia

A report from Roanoke Virginia states that R. V. Chambers a constable with New Guinea Chambers in the Weeden district died in Buchanan County after an accidental gun discharge while moving through a chimney in the home of Mrs. Coleman. The gunshot pierced a vital area as he retraced his steps.

Roanoke Buchanan County Virginia R. V. Chambers New Gu Chambers Weesden

Damaged Goods Stirs Scorn Over Newborn Child

Small Grace mocks a new baby, questioning its value and whether it will be kept. She notes the infant has no teeth or hair and rough skin, implying it does not meet expectations. The remark comes from Lippineots.

Grace

Censorship Pushes Macbeth and Othello in New York World

The Chicago police censor a World article urging bans on Shakespeare plays. They argue Macbeth’s blood scene and Duncan’s murder incite crime, calling for restricting or removing key lines. The piece condemns sensational moral policing and warns of broader censorship risks.

Shakespeare New York Chicago Yienine Macbeth the Eatuel Thas Ling King Duncan Macbeth

Bonds for Sale Bids Requested on Two Bond Issues

Bids are invited for all or part of two issues of thirty year bonds at 4 1/2 percent coupon with denominations of 100 and 500. Water extension and flood levy extension are the specified uses. For full information contact Charles McSnelling, chairman of the finance committee, Athlone, Gib.

Chas. Mc Snelling Finance Athwns Gib Wed&s

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