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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1921
Page
6
An advertisement touts Bayer aspirin with the Bayer name on packages or tablets as proof of authenticity. It claims genuine aspirin is prescribed by physicians and proven safe for colds headaches neuralgia earache toothache lumbago and general pain, offered in handy twelve tablet tins and larger drugstore packages.
Advertisement touts Danderine promising hair loss stop and thickening in one use. Claims 15 cents buys a bottle at any drug store with immediate effects leaving no dandruff or fallen hairs. Describes bees and hair as renewed with shine and color.
Pape's Diapepsin offers quick relief from indigestion gas and sour stomach. A few tablets ease stomach distress and acidity so you can eat your favorite foods again. Large case costs only a few cents at a store. millions helped annually.
Yankees win fifth game 3 to 2 behind Waite Hoyt. Giants counter with Agt Nehf as the series tightens to 3–2 in games with two wins apiece. Babe Ruth aims to play despite elbow trouble as crowds pack the stands and wire service promises advance reports.
Notice announces intent of Fidelity Loan and Investment Company to apply to the Georgia Securities Commission for a license to sell 3000 shares of preferred and 1000 shares of common stock at 35 dollars per share. Business involves lending on personal endorsements. Authorized capital 100000 dollars. principal office Athens Georgia. Incorporators M. E. Elliott D. B. Goodwin and C. Baxter Jones. Dated October 6, 1921.
D S Greer aged 75 died at 7 oclock Monday evening at his residence at the Cathedral Pines dairy where he was employed. Funeral services will be at 3 oclock Tuesday afternoon in Woodville his former home. The funeral party will leave Athens at 10:30 Tuesday morning to motor through the countryside. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Surviving are two sons David of South Carolina and Turnest of Woodville, three daughters Mrs Mitchie Horton of Atha, Gussie Walker and Fanfieldson of Woodville.
George R. Benton of Birmingham Alabama withdrew his offer to privately operate the nitrate and water power projects at Muscle Shoals. Secretary Weeks said Benton gave no reason beyond his original aim to protect the public.
A heavy police court docket Monday morning disposed of several drunk and disorderly and reckless driving cases. Athens officers reported a large amount of drunkenness on the streets and many fines were paid, with few using the city's offer of free lodging due to cash fault.
Washington The Navy Department says it has no plan to permanently abandon the naval reserve force. President Harding replied to High Harley of the Philadelphia Inquirer that the recent drastic cuts were driven by lack of funds and that a bill covering the subject is being prepared.
A new indoor golf program in San Francisco targets African communities, offering accessible coaching, cultural outreach, and social events to grow interest in the sport. Organizers emphasize inclusive training, mentorship, and partnerships with local clubs to build pathways for players of African heritage.
Oliver Morton presents a debate on the Georgia versus Harvard clash. Walter Camp asserts the matchup will be a moderate practice game for Harvard, while local Georgia writers defend Southern football and praise Georgia’s line, backfield, and recent improvements. The piece notes Kipling’s verse framing the odds and predicts a competitive, entertaining contest with strong Bulldogs defense led by Day, Welchell, Pew, and Owen Reynolds.
Quotations furnished by Athens and Atlanta Oftcen Henry B&B Doherty Co Mr Doherty remarks on living to work versus working to live. Bid: Asked Cities service debentures 821 2871 2. cities service preferred 5 641 2. common 14 152. Bankers 1 171 2.
Claud A. West former secretary to three Georgia governors was released on seven thousand five hundred dollars bond after arrest on a warrant accusing him of embezzling fifteen hundred dollars in insurance funds paid to the state prison commission. A general audit was ordered and West’s attorney said no statement would be issued pending his commitment hearing Tuesday.
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