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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1914
Page
8
The Athens Savings Bank advertises 4 percent interest on savings deposits compounded biannually, with deposits from $1.0 or more. Also promotes shoe repair and custom harness at Martin Brothers, 435 Clayton Street, phone 621, offering parcel post one-way and various shoe services.
Yesterday in Judge Car Hsle Cobb's court two men Luther Winfrey and Cargill Cameron faced warrants sworn by their wives for abandoning their babies. One allegedly left his wife and infant when the baby was four weeks old, sought reconciliation, and then demanded she return within 48 hours or he would kill her.
A mother's testimonial from Mrs. Shipps of Raymondsville Missouri praises Foley's Honey and Tar for relieving restlessness feverishness sore throat and spasmodic cough in children. The note claims great results and endorses the remedy from H R Palmer and Son.
An Athens advertisement touts John L Arnold as a reliable paint supplier and general tradesman offering insurance, real estate tips, and referrals to painters dentists and carpenters. It promotes his wallpaper stock as the largest and most handsome in the city and invites customers to visit his Jackson Street store. A lost pearl crescent pin is reported with rewards, and a job ad seeks a sober, industrious collector with a $40 monthly salary.
An advertisement touts Eckman’s Alterative as beneficial for tuberculosis and related lung conditions. It claims reduced night sweats fever relief and faster recovery, highlighting use for chronic catarrh and chest ailments. Sold by druggists with no narcotics, and a Philadelphia laboratory offers a recovery booklet.
Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Thornton reveal the arrival of a son born May 11 who is named W. C. Jr. The notice sits amid other items including a testimonial ad for Electric Bitters, praising its help for weary nursing mothers and digestive issues with a money back guarantee at 5 cents to $1.00.
Parents of Miss Ladye Belle Dunston express deep appreciation for kindness and sympathy shown by friends during their recent bereavement.
The State Normal School marks its twentieth annual commencement starting June 3 with a reception for seniors. Events include a Latin Play, graduating exercises, a Music Department concert, Alumnae Association meeting and address, Shakespearean play, Baccalaureate sermons by Dr. Potent ee and Hon. P. W. Meldrim, and finalGraduating Exercises on June 8.
President Wilson led nationwide honors in New York as 17 flag draped caskets were taken ashore from the Montana and laid in state at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The cortege included Mayor Mitchel, Secretary Daniels, and Governor Glynn, with thousands along the route and a brief service in the city hall.
More than 30,000 Shriners estimated arrived for the Imperial Council gathering in Atlanta. Special trains carried Shrine delegations while downtown streets became open for dancing and Shriner bands provided music as no formal session occurred. William W. Irwin received the Honor Imperial Potentate during a reception.
Rivalry surfaced over which court would begin sessions in Clarke’s new court house. Judge Brand postponed his April term to fit the move, while Judge West sought a separate courtroom duplicating the superior court. The day saw city and superior courts convene, with small trials and a lunacy adjudication highlighting the debut.
A shopper’s roundup includes spring items such as flower pots jardiniers cemetery vases fern dishes and crystal vases. Household goods feature Frost King steel frame cream freezers water coolers white enamel pieces oak refrigerators and white lined fireproof cookware.
The District courts upheld sentences for Gompers Morrison and Mitchell over publishing injunctions and union communications. Gompers faced a one month term, while Morrison and Mitchell were fined $500 each after DC court directives. Parker and Ralston argued the men were not guilty of contempt.
City engineers to proceed with Barber street resurfacing replacing macadam with a new surface. Fire hydrant ordered between Barber street and the Southern Railroad. Cobb street pumps and minor work approved. Sewer extension on Chase to serve new houses authorized.
Notices were served on property owners to connect with sewers and water lines but no nearby sewer or water facilities were found during the inquiry.
Miss E True Worthen sister of Herbert C Wor then general manager Southern Division Western Union Telegraph Company was fatally injured when struck by a car in Atlanta. BE Mauk of Americus Ga owner of the car is held on bond pending investigation.
Local advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable catarrh case and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure with claims of internal action. Endorsements from National Bank of Commerce in Toledo affirm F J Cheney & Co. and pledge financial ability to meet obligations. Sale price listed at 75 cents per bottle with testimonials available.
A notice announces an Athens Trade Association meeting. Details are unclear due to fragmented text but indicates official gathering of association members likely in Athens.
A Newton Iowa resident reports success with Chamberlain’s Liniment for rheumatic pain in the arm. The maker claims it cures chronic muscular rheumatism and recommends it as the best option available from dealers nationwide.
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