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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1911
Page
8
Real estate Erwil and Company and fire insurance Erwin and Company dominate the notes. Various ads offer rentals on Washington Street and Childs Street with contact details. Mixed promotions include beverages Davison Nicholson Co and Bludwine, plus beauty courses from Moser and Motter Barber Colleges in Atlanta. White canvas shoe repairs offered by Martin Bros at 455 Glayton Street.
Short notes of interest announce Lipscomb & Co. deals in fire insurance and real estate. The Athens Savings Bank advertises 4 percent interest on savings deposits compounded semiannually with deposits from $1.00 up. Various local rental and sale notices appear, plus stray and lost items, and winterville notes describing residents’ visits and social events.
An advertisement promotes a scientific inward pile cure Hemroid tablets sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons and all druggists under guaranty. Dr Leonhardt Co Station B Buffalo N writes for booklet.
Mrs course highlights a wide selection of china crockery glassware and table and kitchen ware. The ad emphasizes unmatched variety and quality in house furnishing goods across the state.
A preliminary meeting of the mayor and council discussed Cedar and Field street grading and a granite sidewalk from Lumpkin to Field. Others asked for a new street from Trail Creek to Broad and a larger West Broad Street water main. Tree care, Boulevard sidewalks, and Virginia avenue resurfacing were reviewed with decisions to defer some items to tonight and report at Thursday’s meeting.
John Roberts showcases a lively array of games including Old Maid Sharp Shooters U S Maps Turnover Howdy Do and Dr Busby. A large assortment of rubber balls marbles tops and colorful items completes the catalog with plenty of variety for playtime.
Billiousness is caused by a disordered stomach. Chamberlain's Tablets are a tonic medicine designed to act on the stomach to cleanse it regulate the liver and banish biliousness positively and effectively. For sale by all dealers.
Yesterday Col Howard Thompson, alumnus of Martin Institute Jefferson and the University of Georgia, visited the city. He serves on the University board of trustees from the Ninth district, and Gainesville’s Col Slick Thompson is described as a strong supporter of the state institution.
Washington dispatch reports a quiet night in the Mediterranean theater with Turks and Italians resting on their arms and hoping Germany may intervene. Rumors indicate Germany could act as mediator if its peacemaking role is deemed acceptable, though no official word has been issued.
Eugene Mitch ell, president of the Atlanta city board of education, has resigned citing business duties and lack of time. He says the ongoing corporal punishment dispute did not cause his departure. The council debated banning corporal punishment and referred the issue to the board as too knotty to resolve.
Report shows three times as many colored couples wed in Clarke county last month as white couples. Overall licenses issued fell below two thirds per day from Judge Wingfield's office with deputy O’Farrell on duty. Five white and fifteen colored couples wed in September, a short, busy month. January had over one license per day for 31 days for contrast.
Customer orders must be placed in time to receive fresh split rolls for supper. Arnold and Abney advertise ready availability and emphasize timely ordering for hot bread service.
Hartwell officials report Judge Walter L Hodges plans to seek a seat on the Georgia Northern circuit superior court. The post is currently held by Judge D W Meadow of Elberton. Hodges has not formally announced but strong supporters expect a run, and he is seen as a capable, widely known competitor in the race.
In Winterville Georgia on a Saturday evening during a storm a tree near Mr L M Arnold's home was struck by lightning. The bolt jumped to the veranda then into a bedroom demolishing an organ and scattering chairs tables and furniture. It tore up the floor, splintered a window sill, and damaged weather boarding. The family and Miss Ray a teacher who boards with Mrs Arnold were shocked but none seriously hurt. Pickles and preserves were tossed from shelves. A Royal Arch Masons convocation is planned Tuesday at 8 with refreshments.
A Ark. J. E. Freeman testifies to a severe kidney ailment, saying Foley's Kidney Remedy cured him after one large bottle and he has remained well since. The advertisement notes the product is for sale by all dealers.
The city and citizens are told to brace for a new athletic clash between freshmen and sophomores. Red caps replace headgear in a shift from traditional banquets to a large scale push ball competition. The winning side earns a banquet as the result of this scientific athletic contest.
The W O W Uniform Rank announces an Oct 11 program at 8 pm in the W O W hall with music singing and performances including the team. A brief talk on Wood-craft is hinted and refreshments will be served. Gentlemen pay a small admission. all ladies admitted free.
City officers report a labor shortage as cotton fields ripen and bales pour from the gin. Officials note a wave of requests to hire city convicts temporarily to assist in handling large cotton shipments, with applicants from Carrollton visiting last week seeking work.
An old ad claims Chamberlains Cough Remedy is safe for colds in both adults and children and suitable for young children with no harmful drug. It touts its great reputation and extensive sale and notes it is sold by all dealers.
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