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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1913
Page
7
A Vintage fashion note promotes a simple well fitting one piece frock for comfort and neatness. It urges using lavender ratine or light weight fabrics and following pattern instructions. Health ads tout Electric Bitters for nerves stomach and kidneys with a testimonial, and Chamberlains Liniment for rheumatism.
The description highlights delicate Balkan blouses in soft chiffons voiles lawns and silk fabrics paired with draped skirts. It emphasizes the chic blend of fine shades colors and fabrics including woolens and linens to create refined wardrobe pieces.
The Elijah Clarke chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will elect officers next Thursday morning May 11 at 11 o'clock. The meeting will be hosted by Regent Mrs Frances Long Taylor at her Milledge Avenue home. Mrs Taylor recently served in the Georgia delegation at the national Washington meeting and will report on its proceedings. All members are urged to attend for additional business.
Sunday afternoon in the YMCA parlors a Athens Gideons camp was organized with more than a dozen members. The new group, larger than the Macon or Columbus camps, elected F. Thorn ton president Sam E Woods secretary R J Wancock treasurer and G W Burney chaplain. Atlanta men A F Todd W Hatcher and H Burge helped establish the chapter.
Health ad touts Hot Springs Liver Buttons from Hot Springs Arkansas as gentle safe remedies for liver stomach and bowel trouble. It claims quick daily use over a week without discomfort and offers free samples by mail.
Rev E F Griffith formerly of Reform Presbyterian church of Mississippi was installed as pastor at the Gainesville church Sunday after joining the Athens Presbytery. Rev Dr E L Hill president of the Georgia Synod and Rev J D McPhail of the Athens Presbytery returned from Gainesville where they officiated in the installation services.
Unknown parties rocked members of the Pentacost Holiness congregation as they returned from worship near the S A L railroad barbers street. Police are looking for the suspects. Phone 117 for tips. Atlantic Ice & Coal Co advertises prompt ice wagon service and Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets claim to improve digestion and appetite.
An advertisement extols Cottolene as a versatile frying fat that can fry fish and reuse the fat for potatoes or other foods without transferring odor. It emphasizes cost efficiency, claiming one-third less fat is required and that it is richer than butter or lard. The copy notes it is digestible, non greasy, and sold in air tight tin pails to protect from dirt.
The 1913 Georgia State Baraca convention ended after a Sunday program at the First Methodist church. Rev. P. Wiggins of Augusta delivered a youth address The afternoon featured music and an address by Dr. R E Neighbour Several locals aided the event including Stephenson GowAn Rowland and Prof E P Clark who was elected first vice president for the coming year, credited with arranging and guiding the program.
John Barhorst justice of the peace of McLean Township Ft Loramie Ohio testifies after three doctors failed that two bottles of RHEUMA cured a severe rheumatism case. He was crippled before using the remedy and remains well for two years. He claims he advised many others with same results and offers to answer inquiries for a small stamp. RHBUMA sold by H R Palmer & Sons for 50 cents with money back if not as advertised.
Valuable farm for sale in Oconee county spanning 105 acres with a seven room dwelling. Level land, well water, primarily cultivated, located near Bishop and Watkinsville. Described as the biggest bargain in the Northeast Georgia agricultural counties. For details contact Clinton A. Ashford, Watkinsville, Ga.
Congressman S J Tribble came home from Washington City Sunday night and will stay a few days at his home. Mrs Tribble and Miss Ruth had returned several days earlier. Since his election he has spent more time in Washington than any congressman in years due to the extra and long sessions.
Athens will send a strong Grand Commandery delegation to the Knights Templar conclave in Columbus this week. Officers B F Hardeman and Troy Beatty hold top posts, with W C Jordan, W A Copps, W F Dorsey, and others among the attendees.
A Parisian Sage advertisement claims dandruff and hair loss are caused by a microbe first identified by Dr. Sangerbond of Paris. The remedy is said to kill the dandruff germ and stop itching, with promises of lustrous, luxuriant hair growth for 10 cents a bottle, sold by H. R. Palmer & Fons.
An advertisement touts Dr Porter's Antiseptic Healing Oil as a cure for old sores and long standing ailments. It promises relief of pain and healing in one application with prices listed as 50 cents and $1.00.
The Clarke county schools announce the annual teachers examination will be on Friday and Saturday June 1st and 14th. Applicants must register by 1 30 p m June 12th at the county school superintendent office to receive instructions. Renewal of first grade licenses will follow readings from Hodges Nature Study and Life Col grove or s The Teacher and the School and the Manual of Methods. Registration books open Saturday May 31st. THOS H DOZIER C S S May 10th.
An advertisement touts Eckman’s Alterative for persistent colds and chest symptoms. A Philadelphia reader recounts recovery from apparent consumption after using the remedy, urging others to ask for the booklet of recoveries and to contact Eckman Laboratory for evidence.
A letter from Jonesville South Carolina quotes Mrs J. Kendrick describing severe womanly illness. After hospital surgery and ineffective medicines she tried Cardus, then improved and regained strength. The ad claims Cardus as a long used vegetable tonic for female weakness and disease, urging requests for instructions and the Home Treatment of Women booklet.
At Costa's cafe this week are roses displayed by Mrs. BK Lumpkin president of the Ladies' Garden Club of the city. Also promoted is Bucklen's Arnica Salve praised for skin diseases burns bruises and boils with a user testimonial from J T Sossaman publisher of News Cornelius NC.
Tomorrow in the chapel the University of Georgia freshman class calls a meeting to elect officers as the class progresses from freshman to sophomore status in 1910 1911. Constipation remedy claims include Dr King s New Life Pills praised by a Sanbury Pennsylvania resident and marketed by local firms.
Dr. J. L. Pendley of Athens purchased a residence on Spring street in Gainesville from W. J. Prater. Pendley sold his Toccoa home to Prater and will keep his Athens residence as an investment. He intends to remain in Athens.
An Indiana girl from West Baden reports renewed energy and strength after using Vinci cod liver oil tonic, praising its blood building tonic iron effects. The ad claims the product is oil free, tasty, and backed by a money back guarantee from H. R. Palmer & Sons, Athens, Georgia.
The public increasingly values Chamberlains Cough Remedy with rising sales and testimonials from those cured. If you or your children suffer from a cold or cough, try it to experience its noted qualities. Available from all dealers.
Petition to form Oglethorpe Oil and Fertilizer Company in Clarke County Georgia for twenty year charter. Names include Hodgson and Epps with Athens office plans, capital of 25000 dollars, up to 100000 authorized, rights to real property, bonds, and amendments. Filed May 3 1913 by Blanton Fortson attorney.
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