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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1912

Page

6

Cotton Section of Southern Congress set for Nashville talks

Atlanta March 25 The Cotton Section of the Southern Commercial Congress to meet in Nashville April 8 10 will host prominent speakers on better baling handling warehousing and financing. Col EF Maxwell C C Hanson and John D Walker lead talks with aims to educate on modernizing cotton storage and marketing and to unite growers bankers and manufacturers in reform efforts. About ten thousand delegates expected and Southern cotton growers urged to attend.

Atlanta Southern Commercial Congress Congress Nashville Harvie Jordan South Ealing EF. L. Maxwell Mound C. C. Hanson Memphis United States Department of Agriculture Cotton Section Department of the

New Superintendent for Jackson County

Center Ga March 25 Prof Luther Elrod began his official career as Jackson County school superintendent with a visit to the Center school which he found in excellent shape. His successor Prof Bible began duties in Commerce public schools and Elrod introduced him to Commerce residents. Elrod traveled from Center to start his county post succeeding R D Moore noting his Georgia education and summers at Athens. He led a cordial campaign with his opponent sharing congratulations on the race.

Center Luther Elrod Jackson County Elrods Bible Commerce Public Schools Elrod R. D. Moore University of Georgia Athens Denmark Mess Hall Commerce Georgia

Pine beetle control urged by burning pine bark

Washington March 25 timber owners in the south may prevent great losses from the pine beetle by burning the bark on dead and dying pines with needles intact before May 1. Dr A D Hopkins notes bark burning of cordwood slabs and main trunks is essential. dead trees with fallen needles can be ignored. Southern Railway and the USDA warn timber owners and offer a coordinated effort to curb the pest

Washington, D.C South A. D. Hopkins Bureau of Entomology Dr. Hopkins Corwood Southern Railway Company United States Department of Agriculture Southern Timber

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Gains Noted Fame

Cough remedy Chamberlain's is praised for its wide sales and high reputation due to cures of coughs colds and croup. It is depicted as reliable and is said to be sold by all dealers.

Chamberlain

Old Time Cruelty and Piles Treatment Offer

An advertisement denounces needless piles surgery and promotes Dr Leonhardt s HEMROID as a cure by addressing the circulation cause. It offers $1 for 24 days treatment at H R Palmer & Sons and at druggists with a free booklet from Dr Leonhardt Co Buffalo NY Station B.

Dr. Leonhardt H. R. Palmer & Sons Dr. Leonhardt Co Buffalo N. Y

Roosevelt Workers Form Arkansas State League in Little Rock

Roosevelt supporters within Arkansas Republicans met in Little Rock to form a state Roosevelt league. The group aims to push for a primary system to select delegates to the Chicago convention, countering the Taft-dominated state party structure that could jeopardize Roosevelt delegates.

Little Rock Ark Roosevelt Arkansas Roosevelt League Chicago Taft

Oklahoma cattle rate case rehearing begins in Chicago

The Interstate Commerce Commission opens a rehearing in Chicago on the Oklahoma Corporation Commission versus Santa Fe Railway and others cattle rate case. The National Live Stock Association and the Texas Cattle Raisers Association filed the petition alleging unjust and discriminatory rates.

Oklahoma Cattle Chicago Interstate ‘Commerce Commission Corporation Commission of Oklahoma Santa Fe Rail Oklahoma” Cattle National Live Stock ‘Association Texas Cattle Raisers’ Association

Beggs Mustarine Offered By Palmer & Sons

Palmer and Sons advertise Begg's Mustarine a neuralgia and cold remedy claimed to outperform mustard plasters and other treatments. The product promises fast relief without blistering and comes with a money back guarantee. Mail orders from J A Begg Co Rochester NY are accepted with prepaid charges.

H. R. Palmer & Sons Begg Rochester N. Y

Christian Science Healer On Trial In Medical Law Case

Willis Vernon Cole, Christian Science healer, is before Justice Seabury for a second trial on alleged medical law violations. The first trial ended in a jury disagreement and the nation awaits the outcome as ruling on whether Christian Science practitioners may practice healing as a religious function.

New York Willis Vernon Cole Seabury Christian ‘Science Church

Letter from Audley Harbin aboard the Maine voyage

In Havana on the U S S North Carolina March 16 1912 Audley Harbin writes of entering Havana harbor and the rescue of Maine sailors. He recalls Moro Castle and Cuban scenes as Marines land to unload the Maine bodies and the ship sinks amid cheers and gun fire. He notes battle practice at Hampton Roads and plans for repairs in Portsmouth and sends a rose from a Maine casualty.

Audley Harbin James Harbin Havana Birmingham Custom House Dock Maine Oceola Hampton Roads Portsmouth N. H Arlington Cuba Norfolk Totten Chadwick Tate Leslie Skate Hales New York Daily

Georgia Delegation Campaign Heats Up in May Primary

Atlanta reports a lively Georgia race for the Democratic presidential nomination with Wilson and Underwood as the chief contenders. Both campaigns employ press agents and statewide visits may occur before the May 1 primary, with Underwood supporters promising strong results in Floyd and along the Alabama frontier. A naval letter from Audley Harbin adds a personal wartime context to the text.

Atlanta Georgia Wilson-Underwood Baltimore Woodrow Wilson New Jersey United States Hoke Smith Underwood Congress James B. Nevin Rome Floyd Alabama

Clarke County Ordinary candidates announce plans

R C Orr declares candidacy for Clarke County Ordinary in the Democratic primary. R L Bramblett also announces for Clarke County Ordinary, subject to the Democratic primary.

Wingfield Seeks Re election as Clarke County Ordinary

A notice states B. W. Wingfield Sr announces candidacy for re election to Clarke County Ordinary subject to the Democratic primary on May 1. The formal filing confirms his intent to continue as county official.

Clarke County B. Wingfield, SR

Crawford Announces Candidacy for Clarke County Clerk

Elmer J. Crawford submits his candidacy for the Clarke County Clerk of Superior Court in the Democratic primary on May 1. He seeks the office currently open and urges party voters to support his bid.

Superior Court Clarke County Elmer J.crawford

Clarke County Tax Collector Candidate Announcement

H. H. Linton announces candidacy for Clarke county Tax Collector subject to the Democratic primary on May 1. Local voters are urged to note the upcoming ballot and position.

Dorsey Seeks Re-election as Clarke County Tax Receiver

J H Dorsey announces candidacy for reelection to Clarke county Tax Receiver, subject to Democratic primary action on May 1.

Clarke County J. H. Dorsey

Weatherly Announces Candidacy for Clarke County Coroner

C N Weatherly announces his bid for coroner of Clarke County subject to the forthcoming Democratic primary. He signs the notice with respect.

Coroner Nomination Notice in Clarke County May Primary

J W McIntye submits his candidacy for the office of Coroner of Clarke County subject to the Democratic party primary on May 1. The notice requests party action and outlines filing or eligibility details.

Clarke Democratic Party J. W. McIntye

Ben H Barrow Declares Candidacy for Clarke County Surveyor

The candidate announces his bid for the office of Surveyor of Clarke County subject to the May 1 primary. Ben H Barrow seeks nomination in a county election context.

County of Clarke Ben. H. Barrow

Candidacy Declared for Clarke County Treasurer

A candidate announces run for County Treasurer of Clarke County subject to the May primary. The notice identifies the position and the upcoming election date.

Walter E. Jackson Seeks Clarke County Sheriff Nomination

Walter E. Jackson announces his candidacy for sheriff of Clarke County, subject to the Democratic primary on May 1, stating his party affiliation and intent to seek the office.

Lipscomb Announces Candidacy for Clarke County Representative

Frank A. Lipscomb declares his run for Georgia General Assembly representing Clarke County, subject to Democratic party action. He signs the formal notice with respect.

Clarke County General Assembly of Georgia Democratic Party Frank A. Lipscomb

Toombs Du Bose Seeks State Senate Seat in District 30

A candidate for the state senate in the thirtieth district announces his run in the Democratic primary. R Toombs Du Bose confirms his candidacy and district identification.

State Senate R. Toombs DU Bose

Gamble Announces Candidacy for Solicitor General

John B. Gamble announces his candidacy for the office of solicitor general of the Western circuit, subject to the actions of the Democratic party.

Dacy for the Office Solicitor General of Western Circuit

W H Quarterman seeks the Democratic nomination for solicitor general of the Western circuit. The campaign focuses on party backing and official qualifications for the legal post.

Smith Announces Candidacy for Solicitor General

R L Je Smith announces candidacy for solicitor general of the Western circuit subject to Democratic party action.

Stevens Declares Candidacy for Solicitor General

Wes Stevens announces his candidacy for the office of solicitor general of the Western circuit, subject to the action of the Democratic party. He states his intent to seek the position through the party.

Western Democratic “Party Wes, Stevens

Bucklen Arnica Salve Promoted for Children’s Skin Ailments

A promotional message endorses Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for eczema rashes tetter chafing and skin injuries in children. It claims rapid healing and safety with pricing noted at W. J. Smith & Bro and H. R. Palmer & Son.

W. J. Smith & Bro H.R. Palmer &Sone

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Southern Congress Isturcuvel Fatima Pets Pery Re Slongweopers Jackson Co Nordica Palmers Little Dock THE Navy Audley Harbin PR. S North. Carolina New York City Tam R. L. Bramblett H. H. Linton C. N. Weatherly Walter E. Jackson Senate John B. Gamble Western Circuit W. H. Quarterman R.l.je¢ Smith
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