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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1908
Page
1
Mayor Dorse y ordered fines on two blind tiger operations in the city. One case against The Taylor ended with a guilty judgment and a two hundred dollar fine or six months on the streets. Officials discuss handling the jailed offender and future penalties.
AT DAVISON NICHOLSON CO S 100 Tailored Wash Suits in Navy Helio Brown Pink light Blue and white sell at 65 cents on the dollar 60 Light Wool Suits at cost Royal Silk Suits at 50 cents Suits at cost 100 White Lawn Suits at Manufacturer s Cost 100 Ladies Shirt Waist with inset pleats 250 pieces Muslin Underwear 60 cents on the dollar 160 White Parasols 1 25 to 3 50 grades 25 etc 1 000 yards Printed Lawns 5 cents 12 grade 2 500 yards Printed Batiste and Organ dies from 9 to 25 cents 1 500 yards 35 40 cent Wash Goods at 19 cents These are the greatest values in Ladies Ready to Wear 1 50 White Canvas Shopping Bags 25 cents each
In a plea for support the Payne family asks for prayers at six o'clock this afternoon for grace and strength as their daughter and sister lies near death. The message comes from Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Payne and family seeking comfort in their great trouble.
The University of George Summe school in the city expects record attendance as dormitories fill and teachers prepare for new sessions. An excursion to Tallmih Pads is planned for July as part of ongoing work by the school.
Rev M H Bakes a longtime Madison clergyman and former Oconee Street Methodist pastor was elected chaplain of the Georgia House of Representatives after a three member committee nominated him following Rev W O H Parks resignation. Athens friends celebrate the selection.
Ex President Grover Cleveland dies at 8:40 am in Princeton New Jersey after heart failure with complications including prombosis edema and kidney and liver trouble. Mrs Cleveland and family aid were at his side. messages of sympathy came from President Roosevelt and Secretary Taft.
Professor Rubert Park Jr of the University of Georgia will deliver a literary address on Country Life and its Marvelous Advantages at Antioch Church in Elbert County Georgia at 10 a.m. The guest is a renowned English professor and eloquent speaker, hosted by Hon. Chas Allen.
Mt Vernon Lodge No. 22 F and A M announces a called communication this evening at 8:30. Work will be in the B A degree. All qualified brethren invited to attend. A B Harper secretary H R Palmer W M.
The West Athens High School for colored pupils forms a Jubilee Quartette with S. F. Harris A. T. Jackson E. W. Brydle Jr and A. L. Halsey. They have sung at homes of leading white citizens and are open for engagements. They plan to go North to raise funds for the West Athens Industrial School.
New Jardiniers display pedestals at the Huggins China House drawing attention to refined ceramics and decorative arts. The showroom showcases crafted pieces and a commissioning service for collectors and designers.
The award panel led by Vincent Carlton Bailey issued sums of 3400 to E A Perry and 700 to Mr Farbstein with 2500 on two parcels on Flandry street. Perry plans an appeal. other awards unclear. Upcoming July 2 hearing features A B Harper and James Gordon seeking damages from the Terminal Company.
The U C T unit schedules a barbecue in the city on Saturday July 4 to raise funds for entertaining the ULC convention next year In Athens several hundred travelers are expected and locals are urged to buy tickets priced seventy five cents sold by young ladies boosting Athens hospitality and city pride.
The U C T Live changed its meeting venue from the K of P hall to the Elks Home on Broad Street. The lodge reports the new quarters are convenient and expects a large attendance at the next regular meeting on Saturday January 4.
Capt. J. J. C. McMahan, the county’s general assembly representative, is staying at the Aragon during the current legislative session.
A barbecue and dance will be held in Center, Georgia on July 9 with refreshments and music. Organizers J. P. Johnson W. A. Cooper W. T. Cooper and D. O. Dalley promise good order and invite all residents to attend.
A joint committee meeting approved purchasing a lot on Oconee Street near Oak for a new East Athens school. The price was 800 dollars after a 200 dollar donation from T. P. Vincent of Athens Manufacturing Co. A sewer line through the company property to the lot was authorized. The building is planned as a modern up to date school costing about twelve thousand dollars including equipment.
Walter Perry, a young white man, pleaded guilty to robbing a drawer at R. H. Barrow on Thomas Street. Judge Howell Cobb fined him the costs of forty dollars, with release from custody once paid.
Rev Thurris, a regularly ordained Baptist minister with seventeen years in the ministry, preaches to large congregations under his tent on Hiwassee Avenue near the Southern Manufacturing Company plant. His services align with West Athens Baptist Church to support its work in the area, not to oppose it. Special services are set for Sunday at 4 PM.
The Swain Company staged four acts of the comedy What a Gambler's Wife Will Do to an appreciative crowd. If this level holds, the company should finish the week well. tonight Hal Reid's Roanoke, a Virginia story, is the offering with free admission for ladies on one paid 35 cent ticket.
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