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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1907

Page

5

Ladies meet to arrange fair grounds bar hose event

The call goes to several ladies in Athens to meet with Mrs. W. F. Dorsey at the fair grounds this morning at 9:30 to ensure readiness for the bar hose event. Attendees are asked to bring a vase of flowers if possible and assist with entertainment during dignitaries' stay.

W. F. Dorsey Fair Grounds J. F. Rhodes R. K. Reaves J. H. Dorsey A. N. Hodgson H. C. Tuck J. A Hunniecutt A. HL. O'Farrell E. J. Smith J. J. C. McMahon M. Snelling J. W Barnett B. Y. Harris H. J. Rowe

Col Pike of Jefferson Dies at 66 in Commerce Ga

Col William J. Pike of Jefferson Ga dies suddenly at midnight from heart trouble at age sixty six. A longtime Jackson County lawyer and former state senator, he served as Martin Institute trustee and was active in the Methodist church and fraternal orders. Funeral with Masonic honors will be at Martin Institute at three this afternoon, conducted by Rev Bo H. Trammell. Athens residents travel to pay tribute.

Commerce William J. Pike Jefferson, Ga Jackson Couty Bar Jackson County Senate Col. Pike Tie Martin Institute Methodist Church Pythias Bo H. Trammell Athens

Musical at YMG Delights Evening Audience

Miss Clara Norwood MacNeill, visiting Miss Mary Wilkins, performs piano pieces by Liszt and Leichtizsky at the YMG Aroom. Reviews from Musical Courier and The Musical Leader praise her delicate Gondoliera and brilliant, forceful style earned after studies in New York and Berlin.

Clara Norwood MacNeill Mary Wilkins Musical Courier N. Y Moonlight Listz Lisit Berlin Miss MacNeill City Lechtizsky

Clifton's Studio Gallery in Athens Showcasing Styles and Fine Creations

The latest collection of photographs for sale in Athens features styles and finest creations priced to suit all. Clifton's Studio, Colles avenue, phone 443-9.

Athens Clifton Collesenue

Hartwell and Anderson Seek Through Rail Link

Hon W L Hodges of Hartwell calls a morning meeting of locals and Anderson delegates to push a Athens to Anderson S C railroad. Charter said granted Hartwell to Anderson with stock sales to begin. Hartwell and Anderson residents have subscribed. along route residents will be solicited. Hartwell likely to incorporate Athens Hartwell line. Athens and Hartwell expect strong local support and a through connection.

Hartwell Athens Anderson W. L. Hodges Anderson, S. C C. J. O'Farrell Hartwell and

My Best Friend by Dr King s New Discovery Ad

Alexander Benton from Fort Edward New York touts Dr King s New Discovery as his best earthly friend claiming it cured his asthma years ago and aided his daughter in law s incipient consumption The ad notes a guarantee by W J Smith and Palmer Sons druggists and offers trial bottles free for 50 cents or 1 00.

Alexander Benton Fort Edward N. Y W.J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons

Two Old Veterans of Blue and Gray

Mr. Thomas P. Oliver of this city will attend the Confederate reunion in Richmond and visit Washington to see Mr. J. J. Purman a Gettysburg veteran who was wounded and saved by Oliver. The two former foes will reunite in a cordial meeting after years of separation.

J. Allen Moore Lithonia City Y Stentay Blue and Gray Thomas P. Oliver Richmond Washington, D. C J. J. Purman Purman Meade Gettysburg

Good Words for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy

Testimonial ad notes Mrs Edward Philips of Barclay Maryland praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy. She says her two year old daughter Catherine used it since infancy for colds and the mother recovered after a dreadful cold. Remains for sale at local pharmacies in Athens Georgia and nearby towns.

Chamberlain Edward Philips Barclay, Md Catherine H.R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro L. P. Canning E. C. McEvoy and Corr Drug Co Athens, Ga

Visiting mayors invited to use Southern Bell lines in Georgia

The Southern Bell Telephone Co extends free long distance usage to visiting mayors in the city. An invitation from Manager Conway offers access from 6 to 9 PM at the corner of College Avenue and Clayton Street upstairs, with calls usable anywhere in Georgia.

Southern Bell Telephone Co Conway Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company

Mayor Joiner Praises Atlanta In City Views

The Banner asks mayors to publish five hundred words on their city’s advantages. Mayor Joiner extols Atlanta as a city of sunshine, flowers, good government, blue sky, pretty girls, fine dogs, splendid horses, jolly men, much money, harmony, and good fellowship.

Joiner Atlanta

Dean's Kidney Pills Prove Beneficial Says Athens Farmer

P G Robinson, a farmer between Athens and Barberville, reports dramatic relief from backache after using Dean's Kidney Pills. He describes prior pain as constant and severe, with painful urination, then says the pills eliminated the backache in forty eight hours and restored strength and regular kidney function. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY agents at 50 cents.

P. G. Robinson Athens Barberville Dean H. R. Palmer & Son Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo N. Y United States

Maj G G Spears Dies After Long Illness At 72

Maj G G Spears, a Kentucky native and longtime Athens resident, died at his brother in law W S Holman’s home after a stroke. He was 72. Funeral services were held at 10 a m at Holman residence conducted by Rev W H Young with pallbearers A H Hodgson T J Scott Howell Cobb M W Brown A G Elder E J Smith. Interment followed at Oconee Cemetery.

W. S. Holman This County G. C. Spears Maj. Spears Kentucky Athens Mr. Holman W. H. Young First Baptist Church Messrs A. H. Hodgson T. J. Scott Howell Cobb M. W. Brown A. G. Elder E. J. Smith Oconee Cemetery

Argo Red Salmon Sparks Alaska Industry Interest

Reading about Argo Red Salmon reveals surprising details on Alaska and its salmon industry. The term Argo has become a household word where this salmon has spread, highlighting growing awareness in the region.

Alaska

Baseball games canceled as SEC clash fails to materialize

Seenobawiltenotwie played three planned games this afternoon on campus but Alabama could not attend due to other commitments. Manager Carmichael sought the Alabama series but disappointment follows the missed matchup. Also a brief ad promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills for regular bowels and appendix health.

Carmichael Alabama

Weatherly seeks Firat ward alderman nomination

C N Weatherly announces candidacy for alderman from the first ward pending Democratic primary action.

Whitehead seeks renomination as Second Ward alderman

E G Whitehead announces candidacy for re election as alderman from the Second ward subject to the Democratic primary.

E. G. Whitehead

Alderman-Second Ward Primary Date Set

W P Vonderau seeks the Democratic nomination for alderman of the second ward with the primary date to be determined by party actions and schedules.

Third Democratic Primary Alderman Election Date

The notice states the date for the alderman election in the Third Ward, as established by the Democratic committee with reference to member Cc. B. Griffith.

Cc. B. Griffith

Kodol for Indigestion and Dyspepsia

A promotional notice for Kodol claims it digests food and tonifies the stomach and body, builds rich blood, and complies with the National Pure Food and Drug Law. Sold by Orr Drug Co.

Orr Drug Co

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