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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1908

Page

2

Clarke County Georgia Public Notices Sheriff Sale June Bids

Legal advertisements from Clarke County Georgia describe multiple sales by sheriff at the courthouse door on the first Tuesday in June. Properties include a trunk with contents tied to a Rhodes Haverty punitive company case and parcels of land with metes and bounds in the 22nd District. Also listed is a large Kinney estate tract of 214 acres to be sold in six parcels to pay debts and distribute among heirs.

Clarke Georgia Clarke County Court House Said Caddy Dewer Eaf City Court of Atlanta Unddy Dewer Rhodes Haverty Punnitive Company W. F. Jackson Woo. Jackson Sherim Ceorgia Said County 22Nd Dist. G. M Chirke County Athens Lexington Road New Road Carrs Branch Hodgson Bros J. P. Johnson Ella Blackman Justice Court Wilkins Co Levy F. L. Johnson L. C. W. E. Jackson Joe Epps Winn

Bartlett canvassing in his district in Georgia

Griffin Ga May 13 Hon Charles L Bartlett congressman from Georgia's sixth district spends a day in Griffin touring the district to gauge progress by opponent O H B Bloodworth of Monroe county He speaks at Griffin mills and remains confident of reelection noting Monroe Pike Upson and Baldwin counties as key areas and plans to visit the rest of the district follow-up is expected.

Griffin Charles L. Bartlett Georgia O. H. B. Bloodworth Monroe County Griffin Mills Monroe Bloodworth Pike Upson Baldwin Bartlett

Winding Up Inman & Co Further Authorized Actions

In Atlanta on May 13 a U S court ordered receivers Thomas Barrett Jr and A L Waldo to sell assets and perform duties for Inman & Co Bremen office sales are proposed to be handled by a liquidating committee rather than bankruptcy proceedings due to advancing cotton prices The petition also seeks permission to sell 4895 bales of cotton in a Memphis warehouse and to buy cotton to fill a contract with A J Buston & Co plus sell stock and fixtures This notice includes unrelated Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy testimonials from Barclay Maryland and local druggists.

Avlanta, Ga Inman & Co United States Newman Thomas Barrett, Jr A. L. Waldo Luman & Ob Bremen Germany Inman, & Co Memphis Union and Planters’ Bank and Trust Company Inturn & Co A. J. Buston & Co

Attempted assassination shocks Albany community in Milford

A Milford Georgia report says a group of about a dozen men fired on KE O McDonald in Milford last night after he killed a black man in a separate incident. McDonald was lightly wounded, his family unharmed, and residents have formed guards to protect life and property amid tensions. Relief from rheumatic pains is credited to Chamberlains Pain Balm by patrolman Rolland Curry of Key West. local outlets list where to buy.

Albany Milford Byker County KE. O. McDonald McDonald N. H. Sanders Mr. Rolland Curry Key West Fla H.R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro L. P. Canning B.c.mcevoy Orr Drug Co

Engineers Meet in Columbus at International Convention

About 750 delegates representing 70 000 locomotive engineers gathered in Columbus Ohio for the biennial convention of the International Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. The women’s auxiliary also met, drawing thousands. The organization reports solid finances and contracts with 107 railroads. Cleveland is seeking to retain international headquarters, with Indianapolis Minneapolis and Detroit among rival contenders.

Columbus United States Canada Mexico International Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Brotherhood Warren Stone Labos Lsuu Cleveland Indianauvo Minneapolis Depolis

Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Athens Citizens

Daily in Athens reports broad local use and endorsement of Dean's Kidney Pills. F M Patten of 535 Dougherty Street details relief from back pain and kidney symptoms after using two boxes, bought at Palmer & Songs. Doan's Kidney Pills sold by all dealers 50 cents. Foster Milling Co. Buffalo, sole U S agents.

Athens Dean Kinney F. M. Patten Dougherty Street Palmer & Songs Drug Store Foster-Miyurn Co Buffalo New York United States Fete Ser Doan Fale Dhe Omer

Lingerie Marking Fashion Described in Script Embroidery

A description explains marking lingerie with a Christian name in legible script, embroidered in solid stitch. Placement suggestions include center front, between center and shoulder on the left, and above the cuff or top buttonhole areas. The method is shown as attractive for chemises, corset covers, nightgowns, drawers, and even handkerchiefs with colored borders like those in Paris.

Paris

Hyomei Cures Long Catarrh Says Sea Captain

Captain Willner testifies after fifteen years of catarrhal trouble that Hyomei cured him in days. He describes constant phlegm and discomfort, notes two hospital treatments failed, and praises the eucalyptus air inhaler. The complete outfit costs $1.00 and a money back guarantee is offered by H. R. Palmer & Sons.

Capt Willner Australia Hyomei H. R. Palmer & Sons

Rayner Attacks Roosevelt Order in Senate

Senator Rayner of Maryland attacked the president's order directing a court of inquiry into charges against Colonel William F. Stewart at Fort Grant Arizona. He called the president's reasons trivial and said the charges were frivolous while defending Stewart's character and service. The senator announced he would bring the resolution up for action next day and stressed there was no political motive. The speech compared the communication to the Dreyfus affair and condemned the president's action as unprecedented.

Washington Senator Rayner Maryland William F. Stewart United States Army Fort Grant Arizona Rayner Stewart Hind Senate Ile Colonel Stewart Port Grant Mr. Rayner Endeay

Mercury Free Catarrh Cure Warning In Cough Aid Ad

An advertisement cites dangers of mercury in catarrh remedies and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co, with claims of internal action on mucous surfaces and urges buyers to ensure genuineness. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation and notes sale by Druggists at 75 cents per bottle.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Polesi Fontaine

Unbleached Muslin in Cottage Decor

A note on unbleached muslin highlighting its mellow creamy tone ideal for artistic decoration. It emphasizes its suitability for summer cottages and how its uneven weave pairs with cretenne bands, describing a charming bedroom with pink and yellow rises on creamy wallpaper and matching drapery and cushions.

The World's Best Climate and a Cure Remedy

The article notes fever prevalence at high elevations and malaria at lower levels, due to altitude. It promotes Electric Bitters as an effective remedy for lassitude malaria jaundice biliousness fever and ague and general debility, claiming it purifies blood and steadies nerves. Sold with guarantee at W. J. Smith & Bro and H. R. Palmer & Sons drug stores for 60 cents.

W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons Charles F. Budahn Tracy California

Train Races A Tornado On Burlington Track

Plattemouth Neb May 13 a Burlington passenger train outran a tornado for ten miles the engine and fireman keeping the train ahead as the storm followed closely near Louisville Neb the tracks along the river carried the storm until a sharp southern turn diverted danger passengers prayed while houses along the line melted into debris as the storm struck them

Plattemouth Neb Burlington Burlington and Plattemouth Louisville

It Reached the Spot Dr King’s New Discovery Ad

Omega Ohio store owner and telephony president testifies that Dr King’s New Discovery saved his life by reaching the cough spot when other remedies failed. The ad touts healing for throat lungs and chest, with a $1 price and a free trial bottle at W J Smith Bro H R Palmer Sons drug stores.

E. Humphrey Omega, O Adams County Telephone Co The Home Telephone Co Pike County Dr. King W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons Drug Stores

Prince ridicules American heiress marriages in America

Foreign prince criticizes American titled marriages as folly and unsuitable. He argues most unions are love matches or mercantile bargains, condemning both American parents and European nobles for exploiting titles. Ad promotes Dr Shoop's Restorative as a general health tonic.

New York America Rudolphe Kretzulesco Italy Cecilie

Atlanta Suicides Near River Bridge Revealed

Adriel S. Mapp of 593 South Pryor Street was found dead on the Chattahoochee bank near a railroad bridge with a bullet wound and a pistol in hand. A note on his person indicated death by his own action and his wife had searched through the night after he left work Tuesday following a prior note. A second note and a pocket letter addressed to Mapp referenced family, with the creed “And here shall end it all,” signed U. S. Mapp, and dated 1908. The police and coroner considered the death a self inflicted suicide likely due to illness and headaches.

Atlanta Chattahoochee River Adriel Mapp South PA Ferntreet Adriel S. Mapp Morrow Transfer Co South Pryor Street Thompson

Morristown Slashing Incident Involving Harris and Duan

In Morristown a confrontation between Ji Harris and Will Duan led to a severe slash wound to Dann after a dispute over a thrown pipe and a claimed ball. A crowd member aided, Holliday attempted to intervene, and police pursue suspect Merris. Wounds not serious. investigation ongoing and attacker sought. Also included an ad for Bucklen’s Arm salve praising its cure for itching piles.

Ji Harris Will Duan Jraw Morristown Dann Shall Harris Dina

Gloom in Georgia peach crop from cyclone damage

Georgia Growers' Association members report continued convention in Athens as cyclones and adverse rains shrink the Peach crop by about 25 percent. The item also promotes Woman's health literature and Dr. Shoop's Night Cure with confidential medical advice and advertisements.

Georgia Geo

Jack Atkin Wins Metropolitan Handicap at Belmont

Jack Atkin won the Metropolitan handicap at Belmont with Restigougerie finishing second and Don Creole placing third in the May 123 meeting.

Jack Atkin Metropolitan Belmont Track Restigougerie Don Creole

Dr King’s New Life Pills Offered With Guarantee

Cedar View merchant B G Stewart proclaims customers get value for Dr King’s New Life Pills against constipation malaria and biliousness sold with guarantee at W J Smith Bro H K Palmer and Jones drug stores price 26 cents.

B. G.stewart Cedar View Dr. King W. J. Smith & Bro H. KR. Palmer & Jons Drug Stores

Willing to Help with a Shaded Glance and Kiss

Fragmentary line shows a character offering help and a kiss with a playful question about shutting their eyes. Reads as a dramatic romantic moment likely from a period script or serialized fiction. No clear names, places, or events identifiable from the provided text.

When your food seems to nauseate take Kodol

An advertisement-style claim urges readers to take Kodol for digestive relief and asserts a quick return to health after weeks of use. It notes widespread drugstore availability and promises verified results.

Hope Ahead Knicker We Have Placed a Bag Abroad

The New York Sun reports on a curious exchange with phrases like I can borrow an umbrella and references a bag sent overseas. Bocker-Fine appears as a brief remark, signaling a lighter, anecdotal note in the page segment.

Bocker New York Sun

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DeWitt Dewitt & CO Chicago T. Pp. Vincent George Kinney Inman Co Chamberlain Edward Philips Barclay, Md Catherine W J. Smith & Bro FE. C McEvoy E. O. McDonald Liverpool Relch Sen Rour Tone Dee Roosevelt Dreyfus de Shoop Dr. Shoop H.R Palmer & Sons Birmingham Age-Herald Pasn U. S Foley L P Canning E C.mcevoy Stone Street New
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