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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1907
Page
10
The Athens camp plans a barbecue on the first to raise money for veterans unable to afford travel to the Richmond Confederate reunion. The event will feature music and supper, with tickets 25 cents, proceeds aiding veterans who fought in the battlefields around Richmond. Local supporters are urged to attend and contribute.
A reader from Henrietta, Pal says their five year eczema battle faded after trying Electric Bitters. After bleak verdicts from two home doctors and ineffective tonics, they sought another remedy, purchased a bottle, and saw clear improvement until the boy was fully cured. Sold by W. J. Smith & Bro. and H. R. Palmer & Sons. 50c.
The report that the school children of Washington Street would drop annual trips to Washington City is denied. Sharper says he plans to take as many children as wish to go each year, valuing the experience over commencements. This year’s itinerary includes a Jamestown visit and a Washington Exposition excursion, with extra sightseeing on the capital trip. Funds raised so far total about one hundred fifty dollars to help cover costs.
An advertisement claims Dr. King’s New Life Pills will keep the bowels regular to avoid “appendix” trouble. The product is guaranteed by W. J. Smith & Bro. and H. R. Palmer & Sons druggists. Two cents. Try them.
The article praises Prof Harper of Washington Street School for practical avrien instruction in Athens. It notes University authorities support use of a campus near the residence, ninth grade efforts, and a garden project supervised by Dr Harper. Next year a new garden plan aims to involve each child in productive work and showcase student gardening photos.
Advertisement from Sati o Orr Drug Co promoting Witt'n Kidney and Bladler Pills claimed to relieve backache kidney issues and bladder inflammation with prompt effect.
J J Barge of Athinne Col spoke at a Wisconsin Red Men session praising Athens progress. He noted Athens’ transformation from a few houses on Prospect Street to new stores and seven new public structures, saying street improvements reflect material growth and civic effort.
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