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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1906
Page
1
Five thousand yards of assorted wash fabrics including Organdies Auste Dimlies Embroidered Swiss and Linene offered tomorrow at 9 cents a yard. Also a complete sale of French Organdies and Mercerized fancies once 25 to 35 cents now 19 cents per yard.
Yesterday the Clarke County Superior Court adjourned after Judge Brand heard chambers arguments in the quo warranto case brought by E C Dobbs against J W Poole of Buford for the position of solicitor of the Buford city court. Dobbs claims Poole has not practiced three years as an attorney, a requirement for eligibility. Judge Brand will issue a ruling, with Gwinnett County observers noting the case draws attention. proceeding likely in days ahead.
Tomorrow morning the regular May term of the City Court of Athens opens with Judge Howell Cobb presiding. Many cases are on the docket and the session is expected to span several days. Excuses from jury service will be rejected unless legally required and must be made in open court.
A fragment shows Michael Brog discussing a 25 percent reduction scheme tied to ready-made wear items. The notice references waist suits shirt waists and skirts in a retail or manufacturing context.
Linen silk and madras shirt waist suits in white and colored hues debut in new styles. Creations promise perfect fitting and craftsmanship. All to go on sale post show at a 25 percent reduction from former prices.
The jury returned a verdict in favor of The Mutual Life Insurance Company in a long fought case over the life policy of the late William R. Yerby. Attorneys for the plaintiff indicated plans to seek a writ of error to the supreme court.
The notice lists Holy Communion at 7, Sunday School at 9, Morning Prayer Litany and Sermon at 11:00, Evening Prayer and Sermon at 8:30, led by Rector Troy Beatty.
Officers and members of Athens B P O E 790 will receive an official visit from District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler E L Martin Jr on Wednesday evening May 23 A full attendance is earnestly requested Initiation and a special social session are planned A J Palmir Exalted Ruler and G H Balmer Secretary announce the event.
Dr Chester will address the Nashville Presbyterian Missionary Society at the city church this afternoon. The program includes a sermon and a dress by prominent church leaders and follows a morning session at the Money Lodge.
An advertisement touts Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy for kidney disease. A Kentucky man, Os car Bowman, claims it cured his condition permanently and saved his life, urging readers to try it at all druggists.
Silk, lawn, linen and lace shirt waists in white, black and colors, with new styles in mull and lingerie lace. All to be sold at 25 percent off regular prices, offering fashionable effects in the latest designs.
A storefront advertises marked down hat lines signaling quick sales and urging shoppers to act fast as prices drop across the assortment. The promo highlights a broad clearance of ready to wear hats to attract customers.
A lengthy address recounts the life and influence of Chief Justice John Marshall. Mr Speer extols Marshall’s role in shaping the U S Constitution, his service in Virginia, diplomacy to France, and presidency of the Supreme Court, noting his death on May 6 1835 and his enduring impact on government and law. Rheumatism ad inserted appears as a product notice from Chamberlains Pain Balm with local sellers.
Vintage ad notes 48 inch French lawn at 75 cents per yard and 48 inch mercerized linen selling between 35 and 73 cents per yard. Also lists 42 inchBatiste Claire 25 to 34 cents, Tach silk finish Persian lawn 10 to 40 cents per yard and Indian linens 9 to 35 cents per yard.
Mayor Dorsey interprets city code 360 to allow fines for drunkenness on streets and orders police to arrest all offenders. He will hear cases in mayor's court with appeals to council, claiming to curb disorder and protect public order. residents reportedly approve.
The notice promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy for all kidney and bladder diseases. It warns that without use, serious health issues may arise due to impurities in the blood affecting delicate organs. The ad emphasizes positive cures and urges readers with kidney or bladder trouble to act.
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