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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
4
The article lists subscription prices for the Athens Banner and Sunday Banner, urging prepayment by cash, money order, or registered letter and notes carrier issues and delivery complaints. It includes editorial commentary on political topics and remarks on Democratic platform expectations, Georgia politics, and references to public figures.
The Dawson News aided the campaign by adding the slogan Griges and Gravy to the list during the recent campaign period. The report notes the slogan’s inclusion amid other campaign messaging.
June 18 entries note Champlain leaving Quebec to explore a lake, Waterloo battle, and figures such as Griffith, Thorndike, and William Walter Phelps. Mentions births and deaths, with references to a French chamber suppressing distillation in a wine district. Contains garbled OCR fragments and multiple historical hints.
H Clay Evans born in Juniata County Pennsylvania pursued early schooling then joined the Civil War as a private in a Wisconsin regiment. He later moved to Chattanooga, became an iron and car manufacturer, served twice as mayor, and held posts including assistant postmaster general, vice presidential nominee second in 1900, and United States commissioner of pensions, later consul general.
The Augusta Chronicle notes Joe Hill Hall backed neither governor candidate while Americus Times-Recorder discusses John Temple Graves amid national debate. Public interest appears low as Georgia voters weigh candidates and party loyalties, with hints of shifting support and campaign rhetoric across local papers.
The Americus Times Recorder notes Tom Watson identified as a Democrat while the Macon News frames the race versus Hoke Smith. It reflects shifting ideas and local press positions during the governor election period, showing expected party labels and endorsements in 1900 era coverage.
Fragmentary text reports a city university involvement in a case described as a stabbing incident with damages around 25 000. The readable parts mention the August 7 Chronicle and a campus or state university context, with references to a phased package and related civic matters.
The Savannahl Press notes Bibb area figures show strong support for or against recent governor candidates. Old Joe opposes seven recent gubernatorial contenders, with speculation about aligned figures but no explicit names. The piece suggests cautious timing and limited public discussion of potential allies.
The Lavonia News argues that defeat of Hoke Smith does not signal a statewide push to repeal prohibition. Georgia remains satisfied with current laws, as supporters of Smith used the issue for campaign effect. The paper asserts Georgians are not weary of prohibition after five months and dismisses Brown supporters aiming for local option.
W. R. Ward of Dyersburg Tennessee writes that Urine Laxative Fruit Syrup treats chronic constipation effectively. He calls it a thorough practical remedy and offers a conscientious reference. Sold by all druggists.
A. C. Heck of Findlay Ohio reports a bizarre dream incident in which he woke to find three front teeth missing after attempting to pull them while asleep. Neighbors and local dentists describe the event as without parallel in dental practice records.
A creditors notice neared legal action for $90 against Whistler. He sought help from a neighbor who learned Whistler had over $50,000 in the bank and arranged a temporary loan to cover the debt, enabling him to issue a check for payment.
An Athens citizen shares how Down's Kidney Pills relieved back pains and urinary troubles from a kidney condition. He describes trying many remedies before finding success with the pills from Palmer & Sons' drug store, 50 cents, with Foster-Milburn Co. as US sole agents. Remember the name Down's.
The text urged by an earnest speaker in a school setting emphasized care of the small, noting that “Take care of the billions, and the billions will take care of themselves.” The audience consisted of youths who would become future citizens, with at least one dedicating himself to thrift in response.
An ad claims DeWitts Kilmey and Bladder Pills will quickly strengthen weakened kidneys and are sold by druggists. The language reflects early patent medicine marketing with emphasis on rapid relief and accessibility through pharmacies.
The Chicago Tribune reports Rienzi delivered a dramatic exordium but was interrupted by the audience shouting Hook. A long-handled instrument swung from the wings and pulled him from the stage. He later secured permission to print his address for public release.
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