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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1917
Page
6
A collage of small ads and notices contains rental offerings, used cars, seed and farm supplies, strawberry and fruit listings, a Brenau Glee Club concert at the Colonial Theater, a taxi for hire, and health tips on taking Chamberlain's Tablets. Notable names include King Hodgeson Co, Brenau Glee Club, Reid Drug Co, Williams Bros, and Jester for insurance.
Japanese ambassador Aimaro Sato told the Pitts burgh Press Club that lasting harmony hinges on mutual understanding. He urged American journalists to illuminate issues to dispel prejudice and noted Japan's rising role in world trade, industry, and the Pacific era. He contrasted Japan’s vast empire with its modern, varied economy and export growth, especially in silk, matches, and cotton goods, while dismissing fears of overwhelming Chinese markets.
We offer a standard Grand Piano in excellent condition, lightly used, available near Athens for the remaining balance due to Cable Piano Co in Atlanta Ga. Also advertised are New Irish Potatoes lic qt fresh carrots 2 bunches extra fancy cranberries 15c qt and a selection of Iceberg Lettuce Celery Carrots Green Cabbage Rutabaga Turnips and Ewd Turnips from King Hodgson Co Phones 1471-1472.
A March feature warns freckle prone women of sun and wind. It touts ethine double strength as a sure remedy to clear and whiten skin, claiming stubborn freckles yield to the ounce bought from any druggist with a money back guarantee.
Special to the Banner. A six week old baby boy abandoned at Terminal Hotel in Atlanta has been identified as Kelly Jr. by C P Moss of Union Point. Moss will take the boy to his grandmother in Washington, Ga. It is said the infant was born in Athens and both parents lived in Atlanta. The alleged father fled by train after learning he was sought by Atlanta officers.
Local notice offers a shipment of mules for sale. R L Cauthen invites buyers to call before purchasing, promising to tailor the stock to customer needs. Contact 167 West Clayton Street, St. Clayton.
The Lucy Cobb Institute basketball team faces Washington Seminary of Atlanta at the S. C. I. gym this evening at 7 30. A good game is promised.
Spanish Mackerel Roeshad Buck Shad Snapper Bhad J Van Straaten phone 931 for fresh Sealship Oysters Meats fish and Eggs phone 1121 J Nor Mal Market
Sam Stinney and Verny Clarke two white boys about 15 or 16 are detained by police in Greenwood reading word from their fathers that they live there. They walked to Atlanta and back toward home when detained. Desk sergeant Heard notified their miller fathers of Greenwood that they are in custody.
Washington March 15 The Navy has placed contracts believed to be the largest single order by a nation. Private builders will construct four battle cruisers and six scout cruisers at a cost near 112 million dollars for hulls and machinery. They pledge to keep about seventy per cent of their forces on navy work, with the Philadelphia navy yard to build one battle cruiser.
Brenau College Conservatory Glee Club comes to the Colonial Theater Athens for a vocal and instrumental concert described as an unusual treat. The program features the Ukelele Club and a quartet with the full group and soloists, promising high talent based on prior praise. Tickets are moving fast as advance sales run strong and a large crowd is expected.
The British announce an important gain between Peronne and Bapaume as they seize German trenches along a two and a half mile front.
Late last night Elberton reported the jurors in the Worley case had been deliberating since yesterday and until midnight without a verdict. The jury asked to appear before Judge Hodges and indicated no verdict was possible. The judge then sent them back to deliberate further.
Sealed proposals will be received until noon March 26 1917 for building a Gymnasium on the grounds of the High School Athens Ga Plans and Specifications may be had by applying to J W Barnett City Engineer March 13 16 20 Bad Colds From Sudden Changes Spring brings all kinds of weather and with it come colds and the revival of winter coughs and hoarseness Dr Bell s Pine Tar Honey will head off a new cold or stop the old one the soothing balsams relieve the sore throat and heal irritated tissues Get a bottle today and start treatment at once At your druggist 25c Formula on the bottle
A cheerful and happy old lady signals good digestion. If your stomach is impaired or you do not relish meals, take Chamberlain's Tablets. They strengthen the stomach, improve digestion, and promote a gentle bowel movement. Sold everywhere.
A dainty pale blue albatross robe with a large shawl collar and blue silk braid frog closes at the side. It features big pockets and hematitched sleeve hems. The pattern calls for 7 yards 3/8 inch albatross and 1 1/4 yards 36 inch silk in medium size. Brenau Glee Club performs at the Colonial this evening.
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