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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1908
Page
7
A garbled historical notice references J How and Bolder, noting long service in Georgia legislature and party support. It includes a medical claim about Tees the senate Poles and Tar stopping throat irritation, soothing inflamed membranes, and expelling a cold, with a faded advertisement urging buyers to seek genuine yellow-packaged product from druggists.
In Borough Park New York on November 9 a trio of masked burglars broke into the home of Charles E. Tayntor binding him and his family and abducting jewelry and silverware worth about 10000 dollars. The attackers bound him for an hour and escaped with the loot after leaving two toy hanks and other small items disturbed. The family ranged from ages 12 to 15 and the leader employed a jack knife to attempt removal of a diamond ring. Police were alerted after wires were cut and legible descriptions were given.
Advertises Foley's Kidney Remedy for kidney and bladder disorders in people over fifty. Claims to restore vitality and strength and urges starting treatment today. Sold by all druggists.
The article notes a shift from horse to automobile racing with Vanderbilt and Thompson leading a new organizing effort. It discusses Savannah Georgia hosting an international auto contest November 25 and 26, with twenty two entries for the Thanksgiving grand prize, including American, Italian, German and French cars. Victor Robertson may pilot the Gregoire with Glenn Ethridge as his mechanic.
The passage notes broad prosperity on the rise with mills resuming and railroads facing new steel rail orders. While many manufacturers paused during the panic, conditions are improving and the South is expected to share in the gains. Athens reports steady business with no major failures and optimism for fall.
A short guide says sprains, swellings and lameness are relieved by Chamberlain's Liniment. It reduces inflammation and soreness so a sprain may heal in about one third the usual time. Available in 25 and 50 cent sizes from local druggists and vendors listed.
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