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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1903
Page
4
An 19th century style advertisement claims rheumatism stems from impure blood and promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery to cleanse toxins. It includes patient testimonials, mentions of pellets, and warns against substitutes for the medicine and promotes Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for bowels and liver.
In the Solid South the sale of Good Luck Basting Powder exceeds that of all other brands, believed to be due to making better bread. Richmond Virginia.
Yesterday afternoon between five and seven the graduation class hosted a reception at President Branson’s home after heavy rain prevented a planned campus party. Eleven graduates and one gentleman attended, with purple and white decor and vetch flowers from the Normal school farm. Several guests and faculty assisted, refreshments were served, and attendees included Miss Roins White, Miss Rosina Tarrs, Miss Stuart, Miss Wire, Miss Hood, Miss Mas Hdtson, Mrs. Oswald Garris Willard, Mrs. S. H. Buckwald, Miss Pearl Kornsten, Mrs. Eulr B Smith, and Judge A. Erwin among others. Many travelers and relatives were noted visiting or departing for various pockets of travel and residence.
Athens residents invited to a one week free trial of Tryphosa the most perfect desert starting May 1 at Davison & Lowe. The event showcases a new dessert offering for the public.
Archur L. Jones, a prominent Montgomery figure, shot himself through the heart on Monday afternoon. The cause remains undetermined amid a garbled local grocery advertisement text mentioning Clifton flour and towels.
Georgia state board of pharmacy will hold a Macon meeting on Monday May 18 at 9 o clock for licensure examination. Board members include Durban Dodson Jordan Morris Payne. Secretary Payne will answer questions about exam arrangements. A large number of applicants is expected.
An advertisement explains a cough that lingers beyond a simple cold. It argues that cough mixtures only treat coughs while Scott's Emulsion cures the underlying inflammation and tissue damage, preventing recurrence.
An offer from SCOTT and BROWNE located on Pearl Street in New York invites readers to request a free sample. The notice emphasizes the complimentary sample as a promotional hook.
The state of Kentucky sues the Southern Pacific Railway Company for one million dollars claimed as taxes due. A Springfield Alabama mother credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for preventing complications in her three children after whooping cough, noting improved health and appetite. The remedy is sold by all druggists.
The Augusta Chronicle announces new ownership with Henry H. Cabaniss as business manager and Thomas W. Loyless as editor. An ad promotes New Great South American Kidney Care as a six hour relief for kidney and bladder ailments, claiming rapid pain relief and immediate urine retention relief, sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons in Athens Georgia.
A Milwaukee woman shares relief after using Wine of Cardus for severe abdominal pain from suspected female weakness. The advertisement claims the product rejuvenates female tissues, regulates menses, and can be used privately at home without medical examination. It urges women to buy a $1 bottle from druggists.
Local note describes a purse being sent from Sonoia to Miss Hadley the chambermaid discharged from the Hot 1 English Indianapolis for refusing to make up a bed. Also runs an advertisement for B B B Potanic Blood Balm claiming cures for eczema and skin conditions with a free sample offer.
President Roosevelt received a great honor during a Western visit. At an open air luncheon Monday he ate Spanish beans prepared by Mrs. J. M. Gesetterest, mother of thirty four children.
The Girl s Normal and Industrial College at Milledgeville is closed temporarily after a smallpox case. all students have left campus as alarm spreads among residents. Also includes an advertisement for Kodol Dyspepsia remedy sold by The Orr Drug Co.
The Athens Elks will perform degree work at their lodge rooms tonight with a social session to follow. The group praises its lodge as one of the best in the United States and notes growing interest among members.
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