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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1903
Page
9
An article extols charcoal as a health purifier and breath freshener. Stuart's Absorbent Lozenges are praised for cleansing the stomach and bowels, whitening teeth, improving complexion, and purifying blood. A Vermont case notes life in Constipation relief with King’s New Life Pills at 25 cents a box.
In Athens several horses and mules were stolen in recent days but most were recovered by owners. Dr. R P Sorrells and Allgood Cheney’s horses were found miles from town on Tallasee road, suggesting possible stray, not theft. Mesers His son and Osbor’s team stolen at the fair grounds was located in a swamp miles away, with thieves seen fleeing as owners and a Black man and two Black men chased them.
The Bailey Supply Company ran a fair drawing for a child’s stove. Number 983, held by Miss Annie Bevers of Athens, won and she may claim the stove at Bailey Supply Co. after the fair.
Dissatisfaction grows among University of Georgia literary society members after trustees shift holidays from Saturday to midweek. Phi Kappa appoints a committee to seek a return to Saturday meetings, risking near disbanding if rejected. Demosthenian leans toward Phi Kappa stance but has not acted. Also an ad promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Care as a remedy for indigestion.
In Atlanta yesterday Mercer Tech faced Mercer Tech, routing Mercer by a 46 to 0 score. Tech dominated on both sides, scoring early and sealing the shutout with a strong defensive effort.
Joseph S. Stewart returned to Athens after a week touring Georgia to advocate the University of Georgia and its branches. He spoke at Butler Jeffersonville and Perry, drawing large crowds and lively support for higher education, with alumni rallying to the cause. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets advertised by local stores.
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