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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1910
Page
5
Official Washington watches the coming election with anxious interest as President Taft eyes a Democratic or insurgent GOP majority in the next Congress. He fears a hostile lower house could hamper his policies on major issues to come.
In New York City Kaufman faces Jim Stewart in a 10 round main event. Boston hosts Leach Cross versus Jack Dorman and Jimmy Gardner against Frank Klaus in 12 round bouts. Muncie Indiana features Jack Dillion against Jack Morgan in a 10 round clash.
Athens readers are provided with several rail timetables from Central of Georgia, G M RY, Seaboard Air Line and Southern Railway. Departures to Macon and Athens arrivals list daily and Sunday variations, with notes on mixed trains and non running lines.
The Elberton Star urges voters in the Eighth congressional district to back W. M. Howard as the legal Democratic nominee from the August 23 primary. It argues the law and state courts require name on registration lists and calls for unity under law and order in church and politics.
A colonial era ad touts Ely s Cream Balm for nasal catarrh and hay fever. It claims relief from stuffed passages with direct application or atomizer, priced 50 cents or 75 cents with a spraying tube, and notes no cocaine or mercury. Available from Ely Bros at 56 Warren Street New York.
Advertisement claims Dr Kings New Life Pills are the true remedy for women banishing dull feelings backache and headaches. Promotes health, appetite, and toning the system. Sold for 25 cents at W J Smith & Bro and Ben Palmer & Sons.
The California Fig Syrup Co offers Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna produced from pure plant extracts by skilled chemists. The company warns that only the genuine article, with the full California Fig Syrup Co name on the front of the package, delivers benefits and urges buyers to reject imitations.
Jamestown Virginia hosts the fall race meeting with a fast mile track and high class horses from Pimlico and across the United States and Canada. The opening day features the Norfolk Handicap of seventy furlongs for all ages with a $1,000 guarantee, a Steeplechase purse of $300, and four other races of $250 plus. Officials include Ed Cole chief judge, F W Gerardy associate judge and racing secretary, W P Riggs, Frank J Bryan, and Congressman William A Young as stewards, A B Dade starter, and H P Conkling paddock judge.
A concise discussion argues that vegetable fats can replace animal fats in most dishes, noting the choice between animal and vegetable options. It suggests vegetable fats are easier to use even for invalids, implying widespread practicality and preference.
New York fashion notes show winter lines favoring straight silhouettes with a hint of waist, returning to train skirts for house wear and new devices to keep narrowness. Pockets return large and practical in traveling coats and suits. chemises worn over gowns in Greek style. fur trims dominate velvet and chiffon frocks. Colors favor gray black violets blues and browns. embroideries draw on Russian Oriental and antique motifs with rich beading. Shoes feature collars and multiple buttons. hats use large bordered bows and jeweled trims. Short suit coats contrast with longer tailored coats as trends shift.
Two eminent French chemists developed a method to separate medicinal elements from cod liver oil and blend them with iron and wine to create Vinol. It is presented as a safe tonic without the oil’s oiliness, with ingredients printed on every bottle and a money-back guarantee. Druggists H.R. Palmer & Sons of Athens, Georgia promote Vinol alongside Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as cures for run-down health and chronic coughs.
The note promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe and effective children's medicine free of opiates or harmful drugs. It warns to buy only the genuine product in the yellow package.
Worth weight in gold claims Cardui improves health for women and girls, with a doctor-advised ad and contact. The page lists Mt Vernon Masonic and Royal Arch Masons lodges, Knights of Pythias, and Odd Fellows chapters meeting on set nights, plus a Chamberlain's Cough Remedy note for croup in dry cold weather.
Many school children suffer from constipation which is blamed for poor lesson engagement. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are advertised as a mild gentle cure for chronic constipation. Sold by all dealers.
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