Wizard Richards to Stage Astonishing Cannon Show at Colonial
The Colonial Theater schedules next week a sensational program by Richards the Wizard featuring a girl shot from a forty-two centimeter cannon as part of a dramatic act. The performance includes comedy, music, novelties, and a 60 foot bascage car, with the full original production touring major American cities.
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Mystery attraction to tour Athens with stunning scenery and bright costumes
Mr. Richards presents a dazzling show claiming the scenery and effects are the most gorgeous ever displayed by a mystery attraction. The act features rugsteris thrills transformations and surprises. Miss Crystal Williams leads a capable company with beautiful and novel costumes likely to appeal to ladies.
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Clarke Superior Court Last Return Day Reported
Today is the last return day for the April term of Clarke Superior Court. Expect several suits to be filed with the clerk, with special representatives Curtis & Cameron of Boston due to be present. No charges listed.
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Banks County Superior Court Convenes in Homer
Banks County Superior Court was convened yesterday morning in Homer with Judge A J Cobb presiding. Cobb arrived Friday night from Lawrenceville where he held Gwinnett court for two weeks, then returned Sunday afternoon to Homer. Also mentioned is Foley Cathartic Tablets from H R Palmer & Sons, promoted as a plain effective bowel remedy.
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Chautauqua of the South planned in Macon 1917
The Independent hails the Chautauqua of the South to be held in Macon from March 18 to April 7, 1917, a national and regional cultural center. It will bring music art science religion and leadership to promote constructive enterprise and civic life, with an emphasis on educating women through a Southern women’s conference in March. Named leaders include Mrs. Nellie Peters Black and Mrs. T. M. Owen, while attendees from DAR UDC WCTU and PTA are urged to send delegates to discuss cost of living and rural-urban cooperation.
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Women's Christian Temperance Union
Young Women's Christian Association
Parent-Teacher Associations
Nellie Petera Black
T. M. Owen
Alabama
Leila A. Russell
South Carolina
E. J. Willingham
Visitors and locals flock to Macon for Chautauqua week
Numerous residents and guests arrive in Macon and nearby towns for weekend events. Notables include Dr T J Wooster chautauqua director, Mrs L K Sharp, Mrs W H Reynolds, Miss Pauline Chandler, and many from Arnoldsville, Winterville, High Shoals, and Watkinsville. Attendees visit, host families welcome friends, and a few plan trips to Hot Springs and Washington.
Baraca Philathea Union Meeting at First Baptist
Notice of an evening Baraca and Philathea Sunday School union meeting at First Baptist including prayer, songs, readings, class reports, a duet by Mrs Vaughn and Miss Mewbourn, a talk by Dr. Belk, open discussion, banner award, announcements and benediction.
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Revival Services Begin at 1st M E Church Albany
Rev Belk announces a series of evangelistic services at First Methodist Church starting next Sunday through Easter Sunday April 8 with morning and evening meetings. The Albany meeting featured Rev Belk delivering a powerful sermon on burdens and how to bear them and many pledged closer church involvement. Five children were baptized and several converts joined. Belk plans another talk at 7:30 PM on The Secret of a Useful and Happy Life.
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Mount Vernon Masonic Lodge to Lay Two Cornerstones
Mount Vernon Masonic lodge Ath ens plans to lay the cornerstones of the new academic and dormitory buildings at the State Normal on April 17. Grand Master Frank Miller of Fort Valley and grand lodge officers will attend. The program will be announced later.
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Athens
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Fort Valley
Better to Give Than to Receive Quote
A reflective note urging kindness and social engagement in daily life. Attributed to Brook Herford, it emphasizes loving the world, sharing joy, and mingling with people's lives rather than seeking power or status. The excerpt highlights reciprocity and humane conduct as a path to true fulfillment.
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Ravages of Age Reflect In Repair Struggle
A reporting column from the Atchison Globe laments aging as a man grows older. It frames maturity as a gradual loss of function, likening the person to a worn second-hand machine and noting increasing difficulty in self repair and maintenance.
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Hall's Catarrh Cure Offered For Cures
An advertisement promises One Hundred Dollars for any catarrh case cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The copy states the remedy is taken internally and acts directly on the bloodstream, with a claim of a patent formula and nationwide bank support.
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Perfectly Willig and the Strap-Hinger’s Dilemma
A fragment from a Soulsville Courier Journal humor piece depicts a woman asking about complexion and a doctor advising, while a husband notes financial strain. The dialogue about color fits a satire on fashion and social roles, with others riffing on rights and air space in a quirky exchange.
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Nothing to Boast of Nobody Challenges
Ohio State Journal notes admiration for thoughtful individuals who refrain from boasting about never being listed. The piece contrasts modest humility with loud self-promotion, elevating restraint over bravado.
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