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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1914
Page
4
The Athens Banner outlines subscription costs and delivery rules, notes on carrier conduct, and a series of local observations. It mentions politics in the Ninth district, weather, farm labor, and Dorothy Arnold's recovery, with calls for voter registration and post office staffing.
An editorial notes Georgia ranks low in illiteracy among states, largely due to the large African American population and the legacy of slavery. It argues Georgia has funded education for Black students since 1870, supports a double school system increasing costs, and while illiteracy remains a issue the state is making steady progress.
A opinion piece contrasts women suffrage with militant tactics in England. It argues criminal acts by suffragettes undermine reform, noting bombings arson and hunger strikes. The author stresses education over violence and warns militant endorsement delays progress.
Will Weil and his wife clash in a violent quarrel six miles south of Mount Airy. He strikes with a hatchet, she defends with a poker, he dies in the yard while she lies fatally injured. Neighbors rush to the scene as doctors say her chances are slim. Weil, linked to a prominent local family, reportedly lived amid a history of tumultuous disputes.
An advertisement extols Pape's Diapepsin as a fast acting cure for indigestion gas and dyspepsia claiming relief in five minutes. It urges readers to buy a fifty cent case from drug stores and notes the product's wide sales and safety. Also promotes Dr Kings New Life Pills as a reliable laxative with testimonials from Mrs. Charles B H Smith.
Keystone Chapter No 1 Royal Arch Masons holds regular convocation this Tuesday March 17 at 8 oclock p m Companions urged to attend Visiting companions welcome W C Jordan H P M T Summerlin Sec
Bayard Veiller’s absorbing new play Within the Law receives its first stage appearance with a smokeless powder and Maxim Silencer featured in the production. American Play Company presents the show at the Colonial Theater as a special return engagement.
A marriage in Abbeville South Carolina united Miss Ethel Wilson of Athens Georgia with Mr John Griffeth Jr also of Athens The ceremony was conducted by the pastor of the First Baptist church They traveled from Athens by noon train and returned later that day Griffeth is tied to Griffeth Implement Company in the automobile department Wilson is described as very pretty and popular Friends in Abbeville wished the couple happiness.
Several cases against alleged blind tigers are slated for the recorder's court next Saturday morning after postponements. A colored woman was tried and fined fifty dollars. Warrants exist for state cases, with a conference among judges and city officials failing to reach an arrangement. The cases will proceed to the recorder and then to other courts on their merits.
Advertises Eckman’s Alterative as a remedy for lung trouble and hemorrhages with patient Howard L. Klotz reporting recovery after two years of coughing. Claims proven efficacy for throat and lung affections, asthma, and stubborn colds. Offers booklet and evidence from Eckman Laboratory, Philadelphia, for further copies and testimonials.
The Independent Democratic state executive committee in Nashville endorsed Gov Hooper and set April 22 conventions to nominate a Supreme Court judge apart from other business and to discuss governor and railroad commissioner candidates. They criticized President Wilson as ill advised for urging unity and called his Tennessee assessment misinformed.
Mrs David Moore of Saginaw Asia hails Dr King’s New Discovery for curing her husband’s fifteen year cough and her son’s eight year cough. Advertises relief for hacking coughs la grippe and lung ailments with money back guarantee. Available from H E Bucklen & Co in Philadelphia or St Louis.
A warning against calomel and a strong endorsement of Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe pleasant liver remedy Sell by all druggists with a guarantee refund of 50 cents if not satisfied. The ad claims it relieves constipation biliousness and lazy liver headaches and keeps you on your feet.
Mrs. Mary E. Grier of Jackson Street visits the Banter office. Born March 17, she is believed past eighty, though she declines to reveal her exact age. She smiles when pressed and keeps her birth year a mystery.
An old advertisement promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer as a candy confection claimed to expel intestinal worms and relieve a sick child. It highlights symptoms like bad breath, teething grinding, dark circles, and suggests a laxative effect and overall system tone. The product is advertised by Kickapoo Indian Med Co with a 25 cent price.
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