08 Nov 1891
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1891
Page
1
Davison and Lowe announce closeout prices on 150 boys and girls hats and caps and 200 new silk plush and felt hats. The shop promises drastic reductions across ladies and children garments including shawls skirts blankets quilts lap robes and wool underwear while stressing bargain pricing.
A local notice advertises a Cloak sale this week offering ladies and childrens cloaks hats caps and bonnets at any cost. The seller emphasizes they will positively sell the entire stock and invites patrons to come and purchase hats for boys.
The handsomest dress patterns in suit or plain woods are shown at Wiess, Vonderan & Co. They have the goods and will tailor to your interest to buy from them.
The Augusta Chronicle hints Prof. George D. Thomas will be elected to the Georgia Railroad board to fill the vacancy caused by Col. Stevens Thomas. The appointment would honor Athens and the Times notes the elder Thomas’s esteemed role.
Vesa Vonderau & Co announces a week long sale offering inducements to buyers on blankets comforts and quilts. The promotion highlights generous deals during the upcoming week.
A compact market note highlights Thurbers Early June Peas alongside Windham corn Lemon Cling Peaches Fancy Cakes Ginger Snaps and Saltine Crackers. The listing underscores available canned produce baked goods and crackers in a regional grocery display.
This afternoon at four o'clock the Y M C A rooms host a mixed meeting with music and talks by members. After the departure of a secretary the association seeks renewed welfare and a spirit of brotherly love. Ladies are especially invited to attend.
A dealer, Vess Von derau Co, advertises women stylish wraps and jackets at bargain 10W prices to be cleared next week. Call the firm in the coming days if you plan to buy this season.
A batch of ladies phretons built by the Ohio Buggy Company must be sold below cost within four days. The sale targets quick liquidation of remaining inventory to clear factory stock and recover costs.
In anticipation of holiday sales M Myers & Co showcases a rich display next to the express office. The shop features motto cups and saucers vases porcelain glass carved wood and lamps plus Baccarat cut glass Assyrian vases writing tablets plush leather goods and embroidered items. The latest Baccarat glass with gold decoration draws attention as crowds admire the elegant arrangement.
Be sure and attend the great sale commencing tomorrow at Coleman's store on Broad Street. Inter-State Clothing Co. Balti more Md offers $16, $18 and $20 suits for $8, $10 and $12 for one week only. Come early and get your pick. A Coleman.
The Demosthenians announce a campaign to remodel and repair their campus hall. Alumni support is expected to fund the project, with members aiming to raise one thousand dollars this year. The plan calls for phased fundraising, faculty subscriptions, and a circular to alumni across the state.
In Athens Ga on Nov 7 Y bids readers to condemn a New York Sun editorial praising Russia amid Civil War era tensions. The letter denounces the phrase colossal rebellion as unpardonable and accuses the paper of shifting beliefs with moneyed interests.
Vers Vonderau and Company announce next week specials on blankets quilts and comforts with emphasis on strong savings across a range of household fabrics. The notice highlights bargain prices and a broad selection for shoppers.
Classic City Chat reports on a Bradberry district justice of the peace election following Tol Lester's resignation. J R Nutionaly won the seat. Also notes a gas meter at the Opera House fixed after Fat Men's Club performance and upcoming schedule changes for the G C and N line. Church services outline Isaiah sermons and Prodigal Son series with University quartet expected to assist.
Entrusted executive director French, described as the Boston banker, has been placed in custody. Authorities did not disclose charges or location of detention.
Boston nov 7 colonel jonas h french jailed at charles street after failing to post 75000 bail despite efforts by friends to secure good securities. only two supporters offered indemnity bonds but could not meet the required arrangements, leaving french in united states marshal custody.
A city grocery advertises Galloway Lambert & Co as the place for top produce and reliable delivery. It lists items such as buckwheat, flour, rice, coffee, butter, cakes, seafood, produce, cheeses, and Thurber's Windham Corn, urging customers to call No. 73 for prompt service.
A big sale advertised for tomorrow at Coleman's store on Broad Street in Maryland. Suits priced at 16 18 and 20 dollars are cut to 8 10 and 12 dollars for one week only. Shoppers are urged to come early to choose.
In Bern on November 7 a bank failure involving Hirschfeld and Wolff of Berlin shocks financial circles. Reports say royalty and aristocracy face losses and an official fortune loss for Dr. Von Gossler amid a widening inquiry. Herr Wolff is arrested as investigations proceed and liabilities remain undisclosed but likely vast.
In Florence on November 7 a depositor forced his way to the bank doors and pistol threatened the vice president demanding money. The Bank of Florence fails, the third such institution to collapse in two years. assets around 50 thousand dollars, liabilities reportedly less, with a planned resume in a few days.
Following the Democratic victory in Iowa the Union Stock Yards in Bronx City announces a large new brewery will be built soon. It is also said two idle breweries will resume operations.
A fragmented notice mentions a large line of Phil Hoke’s atatlone displayed by Jackson and Bur Co, indicating a promotional or storefront display fragment readable in the page segment.
Jacob, agent of the Ohio Buggy Co, advertises a four day sale on a fine assortment of buggies phaetons and surreys at Clayton street harness store. All vehicles guaranteed first class and offered at cost or below during this limited Athens event.
A rambling Athens column recalls old courting manners on Milledge avenue and laughs at modern flirtation contrasts. It notes a Byronic suitor, a letter in verse, and hints at upcoming mayoral fate with asides about Brown and Tuck. THE WanDERER.
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