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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1913
Page
3
An Athens based figure, Judge Brand, speaks on frugality and prudent financial habits in a feature for The Georgia n and related Georgians publications. The June issue highlights advice on saving, a prize for money themed stories, and cautions from Hon. Charles H. Brand of Athens.
The Athens YMCA will run a two week boys and young men camp on the Chattooga river five miles from Tallulah Falls, two miles above Tugalo. Now in its fourth year at this site, the camp offers primeval forest scenery, river swimming, and fishing. The fee is about 13 dollars, including round trip railroad fare and provisions, with applications requested through Secretary Forbes.
The Pandora, the University annual, has a few copies left and is praised as the best in years. The issue showcases student life and college activities and is described as entertaining and worthwhile, a fitting commencement memento as Athens reflects on the year.
Paris fashions introduce a charming short coat with a graceful three piece skirt. The coat No 7761 offered in six sizes uses 36 inch fabric and costs 15 cents. Skirt No 7762 pattern covers sizes 22 to 30 needs 3 1/2 yards for size 24. Patterns feature cantons crepe lavender rose and dimity embellishments. Emphasizes simple lines for youthful, practical dressing and warning against overtrim.
John Hightower Cooper, son of C. W. and Mrs. Cooper, a former resident, visited the city as an alumnus. He played third base for the alumni team, noted as one of Georgia’s best at the position, and recently graduated with honors from Atlanta Medical College. He now serves as a house physician at Georgia Hospital in Atlanta.
A vintage advertisement touts Kickapoo Worm Killer as a pleasant candy lozenge that expels worms in children, relieves symptoms like grinding teeth and thirst, and restores health. Mrs. J A Brisbin of Elgin Illinois endorses it, promising full relief. Available from Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. for 25 cents.
An old advertisement touts Dr Vorter's Antiseptic Healing Ointment as a universal remedy for stubborn sores and injuries. It promises to relieve pain and hasten healing, claiming long cures are possible and offering a price of 28 cents or one dollar.
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