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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1908
Page
7
The Weekly Banner offers subscriptions at $5.00 yearly, $2.50 for six months, 91.25 for three months, or 10 cents a week, with Cash in advance. Remittances by express, money order, or registered letter. Subscribers urged to report carrier issues promptly. no carrier is authorized to collect subscriptions. TELEPHONE NO. 76.
The text discusses tariffs and reciprocity in foreign markets, praises Mr. Whittaker the government milk expert for his dairy guidance, and stresses careful milk handling to prevent disease. It then lists a “This Date in History” section with various historical events and birthdays.
The piece argues Democrats must reorganize to mount a stronger congressional challenge two years ahead. It notes national campaign costs show Republicans spending about two million and Democrats a little over half a million, with local spending unaccounted for, and asserts large funds are essential in presidential contests.
Andrew Carnegie says protective tariffs are unnecessary for the U S steel industry and urges only temporary tariffs for infant industries until they stand alone He also hints at revising several tariff schedules and placing some protected articles on the free list The stance is notable given his fortune built in part on tariff protections
John W. Stewart born November 24, 1825 in Middlebury Vermont. He became lawyer legislator speaker of the Vermont House multiple terms as governor and U S congressman later filling a senate seat after Proctor’s death. Ely’s Cream Balm advertised as a household cold remedy.
A newspaper note reports a rising rheumatism problem nationwide and promotes a home treatment claiming to cure rheumatism by flushing toxins from kidneys. The recipe uses Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Karyon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla with dosing after meals and at night.
Reports from Pekin indicate growing unease as Chinese regulars guard gateways and gendarmes secure foreign legations. Authorities crack down on conspiracy rumors, with edicts, prosecutions, and mourning rituals following the emperor and empress dowager’s illness and death.
The ad promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy featuring hexamethylenetetramine as a key ingredient. It claims the chemical is a uric solvent and antiseptic for urine and urges use at first signs of irregularities to prevent serious illness. Sold by all druggists.
Frank J. Cheney swears he is senior partner of F J Cheney & Co and that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every uncured case of catarrh despite Hall's Catarrh Cure. Sworn before me this 1886 December day in Toledo Ohio Lucas County.
Stockholm announced unofficially the likely recipients for the Nobel Prizes. Chemistry may go to Ernest Rutherford of Manchester University. Literature to Algernon Swinburne. Physics to Max Planck of Berlin. Medicine split between Paul Ehrlich and Elie Metchnikoff. William Marcon was also suggested for physics.
Mi-o-na, a stomach tonic sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons, claims to cure dyspepsia in 24 hours and treat related stomach disturbances. A New York executive testimonial is cited, stating dramatic relief after use, and a large box costs 50 cents offering economical relief for dyspepsia and associated conditions.
Dr C B Wilmer rector of St Luke’s Episcopal Church for eight years declined Christ Church Little Rock Arkansas and will continue his parish work in Atlanta after delivering a powerful sermon.
Sprains and swelling can be promptly relieved by Chamberlains Liniment. It reduces inflammation and soreness so a sprain may be cured in about one third the usual time. Available in 25 and 50 cent sizes from H. R. Palmer & Sons Orr Drug Co Warren J. Smith & Bro C McEvoy L P Canning.
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