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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1912

Page

5

Splendid Success in Selecting Anthracnose-Resistant Cotton

The State College of Agriculture reports progress in breeding cotton resistant to anthracnose by crossing Cook and Kilgore varieties. Field trials since 1908 show strong disease reduction, with 1911–1912 plans to distribute and test highly selected seed across Georgia and in 33 farms.

State College of Agriculture R. J. H. DeLoach Pickens Colquitt Carroll Bulloch

Nineteen Miles a Second and Remedies Advertised

An eerie health and science tone describes earths speed through space and praises medicines. King’s New Life Pills promise no distress while Chamberlains Cough Remedy claims wide use for coughs and colds. Local notes mention R E Collins Barnegat NJ and a Foley Honey and Tar advertisement with claims of relief from grippe coughs.

King W J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons R. E. Collins Barnegat N. J Foley

Promises vs Proof Test by Chamberlain Cough Remedy

A promotional paragraph asserts the remedy’s superiority by citing promises and past actions. It claims widespread praise and lists its availability for sale through various outlets.

Former Congressman Howard Visits Brother in Jefferson

Hon. Wm. M. Howard former congressman from this district and tariff commission member passed through the city yesterday en route to Jefferson to visit his brother Col. Robert Howard who is quite sick.

Wm. M. Howard National Tariff Commission Jefferson Col Robert Howard

Nordica Concert at the Colonial Delights Local Audience

Mme Nordica gave a dramatic soprano recital that thrilled the Colonial audience last night. The program impressed all who appreciate fine music with seven encores including Mighty Like a Rose Suwanee River and Dixie. Mr Whitney also earned strong applause and encores.

Nordica Mme Dixie Whitney

Deafness Cured By Hyomei For Catarrh Patients

Catarrh germs travel from nose to ears causing deafness. Hyomei breath reaches the inflamed membrane to heal soreness and banish catarrh. testimonial from F. C. Vanaman of Binghampton. Complete inhaler outfit priced at $1.00 with extra bottles for 50 cents. Sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons and druggists generally.

F. C. Vanaman Binghampton N. Y H.R Palmer & ‘Sons

Forrest to Visit Athens for Sons of Veterans Camp

Gen E B Forrest will arrive in Athens on April 6 to organize the Sons of Veterans camp. The enrolled list will appear in Sunday's Banner, and members should attend the Saturday meeting. He will be hosted by Mrs M W Welch, president of the Laura Rutherford Chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy.

N. B. Forrest Athens Camp of Sons of Veterans Gen. Forrest M. W. "Welch Laura Rutherford Daughters of the Confederacy

Palm Sunday Services at Emmanuel Church Shift to Normal School

Emmanuel Church outlines a Palm Sunday schedule with Holy Communion at 7 30 a m Sunday School at 9 45 a m Morning Prayer and Sermon at 11 a m and an Evening Prayer and Sermon at 8 00 p m at the State Normal School auditorium. Rector Troy Beatty invites all to attend any or all services.

Emmanual Church State Normal School Troy Beatty

Ball Game and Birdman Parade at University Place

Residents are urged to attend today to watch the birdman flights at University Place followed by the Georgia Clemson ball game. Both events promise engaging entertainment and are described as well worth the time.

University’ Place Georgia Clemson

Little Girl Taken Ill While Visiting Athens Family

Mrs. A J Hancock of Athens and her two young daughters Mary Bell and Sarah arrived in the city to visit Mrs. A J Bell. The eldest girl fell seriously ill during the night and was treated by physicians. She remained sick until Sunday morning when she was sent home to Athens. She faced the threat of appendicitis but showed signs of improvement and is expected to recover fully.

A. J. Hancock Athens Mary Bell Sarah A. J. Bell Jackson Herald

Social and Personal News Continued from Page Two

Rich social calendar with visits and parties in Athens and nearby towns. Notables include Mrs. J D Bowden of Athens and Mrs Claude Goode of Forsyth hosting a lavender shirtwaist party for Mrs M E Goode, plus a sewing party by Mrs R H Sissons. Several residents from Watkinsville Commerce Lexington and Maysville are noted visiting Athens.

J. D. Bowden Athens Claude Goode Forsyth M. E. Goode Kenmore Burns Thornton Burns M. E Goode Joel Miller Alfred Maguire James Carlyle Eam McKay Brightman Milton Heard James Avant William Lawson Stewart Bayne Rosa Lee R. H. Sissons Clarence Goode Bowden Carlyle Johnston Daughtery James Heard Claude Murray Rose Lee

American Academy meets to discuss initiative referendum debate

The sixteenth annual session opens in Philadelphia with discussions on initiative and referendum and other pressing topics. Distinguished Americans will address the meetings across several sessions.

Philadelphia American Academy of Political and Social Science

Relief from rheumatism with Chamberlain liniment

Many rheumatism sufferers report prompt relief after applying Chamberlain's Liniment. It states the liniment provides external relief only with no internal treatment. For sale by all dealers.

Chamberlain

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