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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1903
Page
4
A garbled clipping cites Atchison Globe and Philadelphia Todser noting health in youth and later heavy debt. It warns that neglecting health can lead to costly consequences in old age, with fragmented quotes about debts and burdens.
Recovered speech and hearing are claimed after using Dream Kalm for two years. L. G. Brown of Granger Ohio reports his voice improved and hearing restored. Balm advertised as non irritating, sold by Ely Brothers New York, 5¢ mail order available.
A short exchange about Mrs Frills mislabeling T as a regular cat. Mr Muggs retorts she has never seen him with a mouse. The piece ends with a note about not misjudging a serious face for a mean one and a mention of a fox wearing a smile.
Police used clubs to break up a street riot near Twenty-ninth Street and Broadway. Four arrests made as theater employees clashed after a quarrel, scattering crowds in evening dress and one pistol shot fired without serious injuries. Attendants fled as fighters from multiple theaters joined the melee.
Elise Oglesby wed Dr. W A Pitt in Washington after a sudden engagement. She traveled there to nurse him when he fell ill. His condition is reported doubtful. Miles Oglesby, a prominent Elberton figure, receives town sympathy.
Oakland, Oct 7 George Jones aged 93 died in county jail after 18 years of confinement awaiting trial. He was imprisoned since Jan 18, 1885 for the murder of Lorenzo Butllo, convicted June 5, 1838 and sentenced to hang July 11. He gained a new trial but suffered a paralytic stroke and never left his bed. Time and palliate mercy were granted.
New York reports a theater joke caused Joseph Jemison to die from heart failure in the lobby after being escorted out by ushers. Separate items note the National Prison Congress in Louisville with limited delegates, an engineer recounting a dynamite wreck near Helena, financier George Laughran's death in New York, and three Montgomery men charged with peonage.
Interstate Fair opened in Atlanta at nine this morning with gates swung wide to greet arrivals. Officials promised daily programs and a successful season as crowds gathered for the opening exercises.
In Washington near Holmes and Winthrop, Evarts offered his private secretarieship to gain floor seats after explaining galleries were crowded. The doorkeeper puzzled over the pair as Evarts introduced them with humor, letting them pass to the senate chamber briefly.
A fragment from Bt. Gazette notes a papal claim to temporal and spiritual power aboard the continent, describing two crowns placed by a pope and the later addition of a third by Pope John. The piece reflects on church authority and imperial balance, with references to the Vatican and medieval rulers. The text also includes a Chicago reader’s quotation on kindness and a local endorsement of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, praising its faith in gentle treatment and reliability.
A hazy scene recounts Logen and the Linn Actuon vhe hroow John A. Logan facing illness before the Civil War. The dialogue centers on reputation and restraint as a character named Jed Token challenges the need to answer questions. Logan responds calmly that preserving his reputation requires careful truth telling.
Dieting advice moves away from milk and toast as starvation weakens the body. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure claims to enable the stomach and digestive organs to digest and assimilate wholesome food and to cure indigestion and stomach troubles. Sold by all druggists.
A square jawed captain of industry asks what a rival would do if offered 1,000,000 dollars. The coroner rules death by heart failure from sudden shock, and an old man at a cigar shop mutters that it’s worth trying again sometime.
Raleigh N C October 1 Judge Peebles criticized the state for browbeating defense witnesses in the Ernest Haywood case over the Ludlow Skinner shooting. Key witnesses Hocutt Fuller Thompson Burst testified to varying timing and actions. Court officials said Haywood left the office minutes before the shot as debate over cross examination continued.
In Burns Oregon on October 7 John Frost alias Harry Egbert escaped prisoner sought by Douglas county for burglary. Attorney John G. Saxon acting as special deputy sheriff and West Fancher were killed in a gun battle with Egbert who fled after fleeing to a nearby ranch where he mounted a horse at gunpoint. He remains at large as officials post an $800 reward for his capture.
Former Postmaster General Wikons and Bissell died in Buffalo New York after a prolonged illness. He passed away at 10 18 in the evening with physicians and family at his bedside. The end came peacefully after a day of declining consciousness and supplemental nourishment and medicine.
Wayne MacVeagh senior counsel for the United States arrived from The Hagua after presenting arguments before the Venezuelan arbitration tribunal. He views the case as satisfactory and hopeful, while tribunal members praised the American stance on humane, just international adjustment over force. An early note on the same page covers an automobile run from New York to Pittsburgh in rain with 34 cars starting at Weehawken. the route includes Pinehill and Bath in a 1803-8 mile expected leg to Pinehill today.
Attorney General Knox announced an interview with the president leading to the appointment of William R. Pope as assistant justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court. Pope has served as special counsel for the government in private land claims cases and was strongly recommended by the attorney general.
A found bottle in the St. Lawrence River near Alexander Bay bears a partly preserved message dating to 1901. The note mentions a steamer Harpon and a line about water in a hold, signed by a captain, with evidence of a long voyage.
Yesterday on Foundry Street near Aldora Hoff restaurant two Black individuals, Jim Bailey and Charlotte Williams, argued and a knife was drawn. Police intervened, detaining Bailey and seizing his guitar. The mayor will handle the case.
The Wingfield Cash Grocery advertises Clifton patent flour as the best quality. It promises a money back guarantee if the product does not prove as represented and highlights Clifton as an all round flour suitable for cake pastry rolls and biscuits.
Ida Penzance owned by James O Neil and ridden by Atebire stalled near the backstretch as the rider pulled the horse. The horse lost to a rival and O Neil, angry at what he believed was a saleout, struck the jockey in the face before calm returned.
A letter from Henry Lamont of Toronto asks for one dozen bottles of Cheney's Expectorant cough syrup by first express. He notes being about 2,000 miles from the laboratory yet appreciates the product and seeks prompt shipment.
William H. Pope, formerly of Atlanta and now a New Mexico resident, is to be appointed assistant Justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court by President Roosevelt. The decision followed a morning conference with Attorney General Knox. Pope lived in Atlanta until seven years ago and studied at public schools there before attending the University of Georgia.
District Masonic officers could not convene in Athens today but visiting Masons gather for Mt. Vernon lodge tonight. The event promises the temple and master’s degree work seen as the finest in the state. Mrs. Havin of Armonk praises Dr King’s New Discovery for her daughter’s near-fatal cough and bronchitis and for her niece with advanced consumption. Trial bottles free.
J Odum a north Athens farmer recounts relief from backache via Doan's Kidney Plus after constant hip and shoulder pain and night awakenings. He notes scant kidney secretions and urges others to use his name as a reference. Sold by all dealers 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents.
Quote attributes a maxim to John Wesley about repetition and notes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a cure for colds and grip, claimed to prevent pneumonia and described as pleasant to take. Advertisement shows it sold by H R Palmer and Son and W J Smith. A separate item reports Robert Nichols, a Louisville shoemaker, killed himself after being reprimanded by his wife.
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