Asheville lineman survives 30 foot fall from pole
McIntyre of Asheville narrowly escaped death after falling about thirty feet from a live telephone pole near the Go Laundry building on Lampkin Street. He suffered a fractured ankle, a dislocated ankle, and multiple toe injuries. taken to Conway’s office and treated as crew tried to stabilize him while awaiting a surgeon.
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J. L. McIntyre
McIntyre
Asheville
N.C
Ers
Conway
Thoomfield
Proctor
Lampkin Street
Mrs F M Coker Jr Passes Away After Illness
Mrs Frank M Coker Jr died at 2 pm Wednesday at her Washington Street residence after a four week illness. She is survived by her husband and two daughters, ages 10 and 3, with Mrs Coker noted as a much missed member of Atlanta circles. The obituary mentions Judge George Hillyer’s daughter Miss Elizabeth Hillyer and relatives in the family lineage.
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Hinti
Frank M. Coker, Jr
Washington Street
Coker
Sarah
Elizabeth
Rome Man Killed in Louisiana
Rome Georgia reports the death of A. H. Sparks who was killed by a train in a Louisiana town. Sparks is noted as brother to Co S Sparks Mrs Hine Smith and Mrs Blount of Hamilton. The town expresses sorrow while also mentioning Georgia Tech basketball at the YMCA Saturday night at 8 30 p.m.
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Rome
A. H. Sparks
Louisiana
Sparks
Co. S. Sparks
Hine Smith
Blount
Hamilton
Georgia Tech
Summer School Housing Directory Request
The notice asks those who can rent rooms or furnish board to Summer School students to inform Prof. T. J. Wooster. It requests location, room count, capacity per room, gender preference, and weekly or five week rates. It notes possible housing shortages and urges lower rents to support the school’s success.
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T. J. Wooster
Change of managers at McClure's Store
Mr. O. P. Lindsay, ten months as manager of McClure's Store, has resigned and will leave soon for Senioa Ga. Mr. Lindsay is succeeded by D. T. Davie, a son of Athinta, who assumes the position.
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O. P. Lindsay
McClure
Senoia
D. T. Davie
Lindsay
Athinta
Suc
Woman cured of coffee after insomnia finds Postum relief
A young woman recounts years of nervous headaches and sleepless nights caused by coffee. After stopping coffee and using Postum Food Coffee, she notes rapid improvement, stronger nerves, and restored sleep within a week, crediting Postum and The Road to Wellville booklet.
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Postum
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Howard to Run for Re Election in Eighth District
Hon William M Howvard congressman announces he will seek re election to the sixtieth Congress and canvass the district with Democratic party support. He has represented the district since 1908 and has the backing of many friends across his territory.
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William M. Howvard
Democratic Party
Howard
Funeral of Lollie Belle Wood in Athens
The remains of little Lollie Belle Wood were brought from New York to Athens and will be interred in Oconee cemetery. The funeral is today at 3:30 p.m. at Emmanual Episcopal Church, conducted by Rev. Troy Beatty. Her schoolmates will attend and have sent floral tributes. The hearers include J W Darnett, John N Booth, Edward I Smith, Loyd J Brooks, Geo W Mberman, and T W Reed.
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Lollie Belle Wood
Athens
New York
Oconee
Dter Nonn
L. Wood
Emminnel Episcopal Church
Troy Beatty
Messrs
J. W. Darnett
John N. Booth
Edward I. Smith
Loyd J. Brooks
Geo. W. Mcberman
T. W. Reed
Oconee Cemetery
Wiley Williams Not a Candidate for Prison Commissioner
Columbus Ohio March 7 Wiley Williams chief of police says he will not enter the race for prison commissioner though urged by several prominent men to run. He notes he does not want to oppose General Evans an old Confederate soldier and Methodist minister.
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Columbus
Wiley Williams
Wiliams
Tygs
Evans
Strouse & Bros presents High Art Clothing spring exhibition
Strouse and Bros showcases made to measure materials for spring and summer with a famous High Art Clothing line. Their expert cutter will be at the store on March 8 9 and 10 to take orders. Faultless fit superior workmanship and up to date styles. CHAS. STERN & CO Athens Ga On Fine Printing the Banner Leads.
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Strouse & Bros
Chas. Stern & CO
Athens
Home Sweet Home Featured In Athens Evening Concert
The Banner reports a morning discussion about singing Home Sweet Home at an Athens opera house event in 1895. Mary Harden, linked to a notable Athens youth, drew readers’ interest amid mentions of John Howard Payne and the distant grave site commemorating the song’s creator.
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Athens
Jes Jackso
Mne
Per
Gregens
Mary Harden
Fuing
Atha
John Howlish
Bais
Africa
Annie Camak
Murray Stock Company to Visit Athens for Week
The Murray Stock Company heads to Athens for a week long engagement next week. Atlanta Augusta Chronicle praises the troupe noting a strong repertoire, capable cast, fine specialties, and amusing Rozell on unusual instruments. The act’s moving pictures and other segments receive high marks as a value show.
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Murray Stock Company
Athens
The
Augusta Chronicle
Rozell
Do Not Neglect a Bad Cold Chamberlain’s Remedy Advert
Urges prompt treatment of a cold to prevent pneumonia and claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cures the cold and counters threat to lungs. For sale by H. R. Palmer & Sons and W. J. Smith & Bro.
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Chamberlain’s
H. R. Palmer &Sons
W. J.smith & Bro
Dr G A Nunnally to Speak in Athens Georgia
Clarke county citizens favor Dr G A Nunnally candidate for governor and want him to visit Athens for a campaign address. An invitation will be sent and he may accept, predicting a politically attracting speech that could draw hundreds from nearby counties. Local friends anticipate the event with pleasure.
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Clarke County
G. A. Nunnally
Georgia
Dr. Nunnally
Athens
Athens Polo Team to Play Columbia Chicago?
Athens polo team faces Columbia South Carolina at the skating rink Friday night. The visiting team is among the season’s strongest as Athens players practice nightly for a likely close contest. Game starts at nine with 25 cent admission.
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Athens
Columbia
Athen
S. C
At- Sta
American Woman Ethel Brown Found Dead in Paris River
Paris authorities seek help from American officials to identify Ethel A. Brown, found floating in the Seine near Charenton. The elegant, well-dressed corpse shows a scalp wound and jewelry, with police records listing Ettie Brown, American, born 1872 in Fayetteville as a possible identity.
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Paris
Prefecture of Police
Ethel A. Brown
Rive
Charenton
Council Meeting Promises Important Decisions Tonight
The regular monthly council meeting convenes at eight in the council chamber. Central of Georgia Railroad seeks concessions to shorten Thomas street and close Baldwin street near the oil cemetery. The chamber of commerce backs the petition and a representative will explain the plan. The city may spend about 150000 dollars on terminal improvements after the decision. Walker Warren appeals for a drunkenness sentence, to be tried by the council with possible fines or other actions. Local property owners urge curb and sidewalk work along Donlevird Street and will present a petition. Local board ordinances and peers are to be introduced.
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Ayer and Council
Nnicipal
Central of Georgia Railroad Company
Baldwin Streets
Central
Thomas Street
Baldwin Street
Chamber of Commerce
The
M. Steele
Walker Warren
Suvico
Donlevird
Loalt Board
Revival Services Led by Dr Dixon and Colleagues at First Baptist
Dr Len Go Broughton and Dr A C Dison will conduct a ten day revival at First Baptist starting next Monday the 19th. Dixon a Boston minister and brother of Rev Thomas Dixon will preach alongside Broughton who is familiar in the community. Then Dr Belk and Rev Crawley will begin separate sermon series at local churches in April and May respectively.
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Len Go Broughton
A. C. Dison
First Baptist Church
Pth
Broughton
Dixon
Baptist Shurch
Boston
North Carolina
Thomas Dixon
QW. S. 1
Belk
First Methodist
Woc
Crawley
Oconee Street
Rey
Sherivan Ryans
Duelo Feraver
Ehuren
General Staff Ready for War Debate Over Army Medical Expansion
Washington hearings focused on expanding the medical department of the army. The debate covered contracting surgeons as officers and reorganization of the medical corps. Senator Hale warned of a perceived wedge toward broader army growth while Senator Tillman pressed for accountability amid wartime speculation.
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Hale
China
Tillman
Legal Advertisement Inertion Notice For Banner
Copy for legal advertisements inviting submissions for this week’s Banner issue. Senate debates mention questions about troop movements to China and war implications. Statehood bill discussion continues, with Mr Long supporting passage. Taft attends, Tillman hints at rate bill action. Senate adjourns pending tomorrow.
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Taft
Senate
Tillman
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Mallison
F. M. Coker
D. T. Davison
D. P. Lindsay
Wellville
Congress
Washington
Clement A. Evans
Grand
Richmond
Murray
DR. Dixon
L. G. Broughton
General Statf
Medical Department
War Department
Shale
Philippines
Messrs. Carter
Gallinger
Messrs. Warren
Alaburn
Long
Committee On Territories
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