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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1912
Page
4
The Heathens Daily Banner lists delivery options in the city by carriers or mail with various yearly and short-term rates. Subscribers are urged to notify the business office of delivery issues including late or missing papers for appropriate action and billing.
On May 17 several historic notes appear from 1741 John Penn signer of the Declaration born in Virginia died 1788. 1743 Col Seth Warner born Roxbury Conn died there. 1752 Marquis de la Jonquiere died in Quebec born 1686. 1814 Norway declares independence from Sweden. 1838 mob destroys Pennsylvania Hall. 1853 Port Riley established. 1863 Gen Pemberton retires to Vicksburg fortifications. 1877 Gen Grant travels from Philadelphia. 1902 coronation of King Alfonso XIII at Madrid. Contemporary notes praise Duchess of Fife Alexandra and list birthdays: Alfonso XIII, Bishop Hindrix, Dr MaAlister, Dr Abercrombie.
The Banner declines to gloat over a rival candidate’s loss and urges acceptance of the people’s verdict. It contends veteran Georgia political organisms, notably those backing Governor Watson and his supporters, face ruin as Underwood allies gain control in upcoming Baltimore convention and August primaries.
Tampa's new union railroad station opened for business today serving the Atlantic Coast Line Seaboard and Tampa Northern roads. The joint facility aims to streamline traffic and provide a central hub for regional rail services.
Mrs Henry Lamar and Mrs J D Stetson of Macon arrive to stay with Mrs J A Pitner on Barber street. Edwards and Wingfield families visit from Jacksonville while Miss Bertha Moore comes for Sigma Nu dance. Georgia Tech games draw Mrs Moody and Miss Mary Helen Moody from Atlanta with others traveling to Atlanta for the games.
Demonstration of baking will be the feature today at the Demonstration of Aluminum Ware. Every lady in Athens invited to attend TALMAGE HARDWARE CO.
The storm moving from Wisconsin toward Ohio and Kentucky brings general rains east of the Mississippi with Augusta reporting 1.30 inches and Florida stations near an inch. Clearing already in the South, Friday looks fair and cool. A separate disturbance in the Canadian northwest may raise temperatures by weekend. Frosts noted at Moorhead Huron North Platte and Dodge City. Co. F. von Hermann, Section Director.
The Jackson Herald reports Rev S J Cartledge will preach the commencement sermon at Martin Institute on May 19. Cartledge, an alumnus, is highlighted by trustees and Jefferson as a source of pride. A large audience is expected and a program of exercises will appear next week.
Mr and Mrs S O Smith thank friends through the Banner for tender care during the death of their little babe.
Local ad notes fresh strawberries available every day from Arnold and Abney. The brief blurb emphasizes daily supply and direct sourcing.
Boston optician Mr Case, noted for skill, is at R Brandt’s shop for fittings and demonstrations. The fragment notes his presence and ability, indicating a selling or demonstration event, typical of a local trade notice.
Temple Texas May 16 editors gather for the Texas Press Association convention. Experts discuss every phase of newspaper making from problem to teletypes during a three day event with record breaking attendance and elaborate entertainment for editors and their ladies in Temple.
Mrs J E Cox of Toilet Missouri recounts a life threatening bout with typhoid pneumonia and a dreadful cough. She credits Dr King’s New Discovery with her recovery noting she now scarcely coughs and highly recommends the remedy. Trial bottle free at all druggists. 50c and 1.00.
Hutchinson hosts visiting members of the order of Elks for the annual state convention. Decorations of purple and white envelop the business section as the program of business and entertainment unfolds through the next day.
Gillis Mills Tennessee resident Eli Cherry feared cancer after a bad leg wound. After doctors failed and remedies lagged, he finally used Bucklen's Arm Med Salve and was completely cured. It treats burns boils ulcers cuts bruises and piles. Price 256 cents at all druggists.
Clarke county public school teachers may apply for license exams on June 14 for Primary Grades and on June 14 and 15 for higher grades. First grade licenses expiring this year are tested June 14 using new manuals and texts. Registration closes 6 p m June 12 at the county school superintendent office. registration books open June 1.
Petition to Georgia Superior Court Clarke County seeks charter for The Phi Delta Theta Home Company to run twenty years. Located in Athens, it plans a $16 000 capital, build a fraternity student home, and have rights to real estate, notes, and corporate powers. Action dated May 16 1912 with clerk A Crawford.
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