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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1891

Page

3

Grand Army Posts Take Notice

Local civic brief announces that Grand Army Posts will issue formal notices or actions. No further details provided in the fragment.

Palmer's Grand Army Bans Badges at Pro Confederate Demonstrations

Albany November 7 General Palmer chief of the Grand Army of the Republic makes public a long order to posts against members wearing the badge or uniform participating in demonstrations where the Confederate flag is carried. He cites duties to the union and asks adherence to the emblem of loyalty and to avoid treasonous displays.

Grand Army Palmer Albany Grand Army of the Republic

Ex Governor Cornell Sees No McKinley Presidential Fate

Ex governor Alonzo B. Cornell of New York arrived in Mippies Borough and spoke on the recent elections. He said McKinley could not be a serious candidate for president in 1902 and mocked the prospect of a "Me" starting name securing the nomination or victory.

Mippies Borough Alonzo B. Cornell New York Empire State Massachusetts Iowa McKinley Ohio

Peculiar Case of Milk Producing Boy Infant

In Washington on November 7 a physician reported a strange case from his practice. A week or so after birth a strong well formed boy began to develop breasts that produced milk under pressure. Doctors noted rare but not unknown instances in very young male infants and discussed treatment to halt further development.

Washington Medical Society

Severe snow storms kill in Bulgaria and wrecks reported

London reports continuing snow storms in Bulgaria with some areas ten feet deep. Many deaths from cold and huge livestock losses. Black Sea wrecks also noted. Plymouth Indiana reports calves dying from a diphtheria like disease in Middle Creek area with several fatalities.

London Bulgaria Black Sea Plymounth Lils Middle Creek

Prominent Athens Lawyer backs Col Morton for re election

A well known Athens lawyer who ran last year urged Colonel Morton to seek reelection saying Clarke county should send him back. Others agreed noting Morton's public service and his role in passing the dispensary bill despite personal reservations. The outlook suggests Morton will likely be his own successor with minimal opposition. Jackson & Burke Co.

Athens Col. Morton Clarke County Colonel Morton W. J. Morton

Tribute of Respect to Col Stevens Thomas

The Southern Mutual Insurance Company mourns Col Stevens Thomas secretary and general agent after thirty seven years with the firm, twenty four as secretary. His prudent leadership guided the company from war strain to prosperity and his loss is deeply felt by the board. The committee publishes thanks to his family and asks the notices be sent to city papers in Athens Ga dated November 6 1891.

The Southern Mutual Insurance Company Col Stevens Thomas Col. Thomas

Favorites Katie Putnam and Patti Rosa at the Athens theatre

Katie Putnam returns to the Grand Opera House with a strong company to present Love Finds a Way and receives high praise from critics and attendees. Patti Rosa heads next week’s engagement, performing Dolly Varton with a top company noted for southern appeal, strong form, and loyal audiences.

Athens Comelienue Katie Putnam Loa Patti Rosa Come Ians Will Mandeville Joe Cawthorn Will Proist Dolly Varden Chas Dszy Grand Opera House Katie Putnam St. Louis Globe Spatii Rosa Opera Dolly Varton England Australia

Athens social scenes sparkles with visits and engagements

The Augusta Chronicle notes Athens residents and visitors in social rounds. Miss Lipscomb of Athens gains attention for charm and intellect. Many Athenians travel to Augusta for events while society figures host teas and marriage notices unfold. An Athens bazaar and Art Loan Exhibition are planned for November with a large volunteer committee.

Athens Augusta Chronicle Miss Lipscomb Misa Alexander

Augusta Exposition Opens With Notable First Week

The Augusta exposition marks a strong start in its first week in Augusta Georgia. A grand concert by the Mexican National Band is planned for Monday with performances both afternoon and night for one day only.

AuGusta Wass

Lemon Elixir promoted for multiple ailments by Dr Mozley

An advertisement touts Dr H Morley’s Lemon Elixir as a remedy for biliousness constipation fevers chills malaria sleeplessness nervousness headaches indigestion and liver kidney and bowel torpor. It notes price 60 cents and 1 dollar per bottle and lists Pal mer Kinnebrew paint shop at 105 Clayton Street offering paints linseed oil varnish and brushes.

Mozley H. Morley Atlanta Palmer& Kinnebrew’s Clayton Street

Jail to be repaired for improved warmth and security

The grand jury committee and the county ordinary met and agreed to start jail repairs within days. Steam heaters will be installed, new furniture provided in cells, and general upgrades will enhance comfort while tightening security to prevent escapes.

Grand Jury

Health First Over Wealth in Early Remedy Ad

An old advertisement touts Taylor's Cherokee Remedy of Sweet Gum and Mullein as superior to gold for health. It claims cures for grouth colds and consumption and promotes Park Kansas City Sausage and related goods at Wilson's Cash Store.

Taylor All Park Kansas City Ilson’s

Athens Favorites Katie Putnam and Patti Rosa in Advance Sale

Advance sale previews indicate large houses for Athens favorites Katie Putnam and Patti Rosa, signaling strong drawing power for upcoming performances. Local venue expects high turnout as tickets move quickly.

Katie ‘Putnam Patti Rosa Athens

Debate in Phi Kappa Society on lead scrip fund

The Phi Kappa Society held a lively debate yesterday morning on whether the lead scrip fund donated to Georgia has been perverted. Messrs Gaunt Park Coachran argued for the affirmative while Frey Black Stephens Lewis and others spoke for the negative. President Brown ruled for the negative. Next Saturday's question asks if the United States would be better off with free trade rather than protection and the following week if the Dispensary should be abolished.

Phi Kappa’s Georgia Gaunt Park Coachran Frey Black Stephens Lewis Brown United States

Wood and lumber orders from C J O'Farrell in College and Clayton

Oak and pine dry seasoned lumber offered in any quantity with prompt filling by C J O Farrell located near College and Clayton. Rev J B Hunnicutt to preach at OCONEE STREET CHURCH this morning at 11 o'clock. described as an old divine and the church should be well filled.

C. J. O’farrell College Clayton Street Oconee Street J.B Hunnvicutt Hunnicutt

Sizor Sen for Children Teething Soothes Gums

A short public notice describes WINsLow's Sizor Sen marketed for children teething. It claims soothing effects for teething pain and gums, with a price around twenty five cents and available at drug stores coast to coast.

Winslow Rene

Woman's Foreign Missionary Society Meets Tomorrow

The regular monthly meeting of the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society will be held at the District parsonage tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock. All members are urged to attend. Mas. H. C. Conway Beo. Sec'y.

Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society Mas H.C. Conway Beo. Sec’y

A Romance in a Nutshell and a Medical Cure

A woman at a ball wears thin clothing, falls ill with throat and lung disease, and is saved by a devoted admirer who provides Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. She recovers and marries the man who saved her, with the remedy touted as a cure for throat and lung diseases.

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L. Palmer Koch Shelnyville Ind Maggie Doniger Dr. Koch Brown-Sequarda Maggie George Harman Cornell Morton Jackson & Burke Co Col. Stevens Thomas L. H. Charbonnier, Rourvua K. Reaves Dnc A. Hunnicutt Youna L. G. Harris Athens, Ga Bucklen John Crawford & Co Menggirty Hadaway’s Ohio Buggy Co Méssrs Harry and Ned Hodgson Billie Bower J. C C. Black A.C. Fears Orr & Hunter Vess, Vonderau & Co Daisy Talmadge Miss Garrett Erekine Richmond Savannah Barrett Ida Howell Blarche Lipscomb Milledge Avenue J.R Govan Interstate Clothing Company Baltimore A. Coleman’s Louise Morris Julia Wilkins Lucy Cobb Wm. Dickson A. C. Rucker Robert A. Ryan T. W Rucker W. A. McDowell A L. Hull J. Nicholson A. 8. Mandeville G. L. Thomas W. P. Welch Aeaures Hauser Palmer & Kinnebrew N. Hauser C. A. Scudder Broad ST New Opera House Comedienne Chas. T. Vincent PHI Kappa Society Garis James H. Dozier Windsor Clayton Thomas & Strickland, Attorneys H. M. Edwards Lampkin and Dougherty Streets McCunat P. P. Prortice Elberton, Ga McCurry & Proffit Attorneys AT Law Menial Law Soution Oni Windsor Shoe Dawtf A.C. Quillian Barber Street Cleveland Ave Athens Ave Bird Street Griffeth South River Comeron R. R A. F COMER J. T. Comer Maysville, Ga Lumpkin & Broad Sts ATHENS,@A Athens Business College Anpd Roan & Rennemereyy Eat Democratic
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