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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1891

Page

3

Dowdy's Redemption in Fayette County Cotton Patch

Hymn Dowdy, once seen as worthless, is forced by Little Ike Williams to work his ten acre patch. He chops cotton daily, earns six bales, repays the Major’s deceit, and wins respect across Mont Jerusalem. Dowdy becomes a leading, trusted farmer owning forty acres and four mules.

Symon Fayette County Anjor Black Hyma Alne Hyme Major Black Dowdy Union Sollier Fivette County Hyan Hymo Minster Hym Hymi Hima Hymn P Mp Simps Tweedy Bud Long Billy Rogera Shiloh Reaie Mornia Tone Byma Ike Williams Ike Hymp Morster Marster Lite Brother Billings Bresher Billings Billings Yasser Perkine Mont Jerusalem Fayette Civaty

Sabbath as a holy day set apart for rest and worship

The Sabbath is defined as a day consecrated and set apart by divine appointment for rest and worship. Sacred garments show holiness as dedication to sanctuary service, and the Sabbath is the Lord's day, reserved for rest and spiritual well being.

Deepening Meaning of Christ's Words in Prayer

A Christian adviser notes that Jesus language grows deeper as believers mature. He recalls a young seeker who prayed loudly yet felt empty until asked if he shut out business worries and self esteem in the quiet closet. The old preacher reveals the secret to heartfelt prayer.

Jesus Christ Coor Eluset

Selfless Sacrifice on a Paris Building Collapse

An excerpt from Harper's Young People tells of workers in a Paris building site who help a fragile beam, choosing to perish to save a comrade and his family. A boyish hero sacrifices his life to prevent the collapse, leaving behind a tale of brave selflessness.

Harper

Covington and Macon Railroad Service Notice

Northbound and southbound service details between Macon and Athens listed. A. G. Craig is the acting superintendent.

Covington & Macon Railroad Macon Athens Athens City Richmond & Danviller Covington& Macon Railroad Macon and Way Florida

Imaginary Trials Shape Real Obstacles in the Mind

The text argues that imaginary troubles are often harder to overcome than real ones. Mental barriers persist, as imagined dangers haunt adults and children alike, making a fear of the unseen more real than actual threats. The piece cites a French tale where an elderly man admits fear of night despite facing real dangers.

The Baby King Don Alfonso Rouses Spain with Plain Speeches

Harper's Weekly recounts child king Alfonso’s candid remarks about courtiers and fashion. His frank tongue amuses many while confounding officials, including a church interruption at Attocha where he told a preacher to be quiet.

Don Alfonso Spain Attocha Harper’s ‘Weekly

Must and Mustn'ts Frighten a Boy in Sunday Tale

In Sunday Afternoon a boy named Tom grouses about rules and limits at home and at school. His Uncle Thred points to young trees being set out and asks how trees feel about must and mustn t. Tom leaves annoyed, wishing he could do as he likes.

Tom Benson Thred

Lemon Elixir advertises cures for liver and digestive ailments

Dr. Mozley presents Lemon Elixir as a remedy for biliousness constipation fevers chills malaria sleeplessness nervousness heart palpitations indigestion foul stomach headaches and female regulation. Prepared by Dr H Morley Atlanta Ga bottles cost 50 cents and 1.00 at druggists.

Mozley H. Morley Atlanta

Cures All Coughs and Throat Ailments Advertised

A vintage drug advertisement promises relief for coughs colds bronchitis sore throat hemorrhage and throat diseases. Elegant reliable preparation offered for 25 cents at druggists prepared only by Dr. H Mozley Atlanta Ga.

H. Mozley Atlanta

Merit Wins and Trusted Remedies from John Crawford Co

Advertises Dr King New Discovery for Consumption Dr King New Life Pills Bucklen Arnica Salve and Electric Bitters sold for years with universal satisfaction. Promises guarantee and price adjustment if results fail. Claims these remedies’ popularity rests on merit from John Crawford Co wholesale druggists.

John,Crawford & Co

No-Fear Advertising Mindset Encourages Quiet Success

The piece urges patience in local ads and warns against showing doubt. It notes early attempts to promote a town paper week by week and the fence-boarding fiasco as lessons. It counsels maintaining an optimistic tone to attract better results and steady returns.

Warren Sentinel

Refrigerator debate on street inquiry

Citizens discuss which refrigerator or freezer is best after investigation. The dialogue mentions Alaska and a local business line Moxa Go10 E. E. Jones & Co as sources to consult before buying. The exchange highlights consumer skepticism and the process of researching appliances.

Moxa Go10 E. E. Jones, & Co North Carolina Queen City Fur Tela Charlotte

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