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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1904
Page
1
The Marconigram sent by Miss Mildred Rutherford to relatives in Athens confirms her safety at sea aboard a ship overdue for New York. The message, transmitted by Marconi wireless telegraph, marks the first Marconigram received in Athens and signals growing use of wireless communication.
Mt Vernon lodge No 22 Free and Accepted Masons invites members to a regular meeting at the Masonic Temple on Clay ton street next Thursday night. Several important matters will be discussed and work ahead should be reviewed by all members who can attend.
A Wichita woman reports years of severe headaches and heart pains tied to coffee. After switching to Postum Food Coffee, pains and headaches faded, health improved, and her family followed suit. She notes sleep returns when avoiding coffee and endorses Postum sales by Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan. Look in each penny deck for The Road to Wellville.
Congressmen E Y Webb of North Carolina used President Cleveland's letter to refute a charge during a House session. Webb, praised for his sharp reply, is noted as a standout member amid party debates over the negro question.
The Williams and Sung firm of Hermond Virginia promotes a Seaboard Air Line folder detailing ownership free from control by rivals. It cites nearly 3000 miles of line, strong capitalization, favorable earnings, solid physical condition, and bright prospects.
By order of the Court of Bankruptcy I will receive sealed bids for the entire stock and fixtures of Globe Racket Store H W Nicholas bankrupt with bids opened at the March 9 1904 creditors meeting in Athens Georgia. Bids may cover entire stock or specific lines such as Dry Goods Hardware Tinware Glassware. Purchases cash on acceptance. trustee reserve right to reject any bids without notice.
The forthcoming elaborate production of Lewis Morrison's new Pout features Mephisto and Mirguerite and uses extensive electrical effects to illuminate scenes. The New York studio created the effects, with Morrison presenting the role of Mephisto on Wednesday night.
Ondirras J Tarser of the prison commission is drafting rules for short term felony convicts to work on public roads in lieu of their public school pro rata. Most rules mirror current convict employment with minor changes, to be in effect April.
Dr. R. Mallard pastor of Napoleon Avenue Presbyterian Church in New Orleans died at home after brief illness at seventy four. Native of Liberty County Georgia, he edited the Southwestern Presbyterian and led the Napoleon Avenue church for fifteen years. He attended University of Iowa 1851 and the centennial 1901 commencement.
Standing room only last night as the Payton Sisters and company promoted a Southern drama to a full house. A matinee at three offered Planter's Wife 10 and 20 cents with candy for children, followed by a farewell performance of Land of the Czar tonight.
Showing newest novelties Coluce Helts ribbons MAIR ornaments and jewelry Special 2000 Ladies Lace and Fancy collars value fabrics and linens in champagne linen sale per yard cheap. New matings new curtains and white goods wash goods and silks suspenders priced 15 and 25 cents. New trimmings and dress goods offered.
Tomorrow afternoon at four thirty Dr J W Walden will deliver his seventh Bible lecture at the Presbyterian church. The topic is The Abrahamic Covenant or The Age of the Patriarchs. Lectures attract large congregations and the Banner is recommended for subscription.
In Lavonia Georgia the Masons confer degrees in their lodge rooms with Worshipful Master Dorsey directing. The ceremony is described as part of the Mt. Vernon lodge activities and highlights the local rite in progress. Humorous filler about remedies appears but does not relate to the event.
A Athens resident testifies that Dean's Kidney Pills cured his backache and regulated kidney secretions. He details nightly pain and mobility issues before using the medicine from Palmer & Sons, claims renewed energy, and offers to be contacted as a reference. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Dean's.
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