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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1911
Page
4
The Athens Daily Banner outlines delivery options with annual six month and three month rates, weekly price, and accepted remittance methods. It warns subscribers to report delivery issues to the business office and notes that no carrier may collect payments or sell papers.
The Atlanta Constitution reports an ad seeking to trade a farm and stock for a roadster, deeming the owner a victim of automobile fever. The piece cautions against overvaluing possessions to join state tours, noting such fever damages finances while praising the joys of owning cars for those able.
The piece argues Taft will win the Republican nomination but insurgents may back Wisconsin Senator LaFollette in an independent bid. A LaFollette ticket could split the party, aiding Democrats who would gain a clear path to victory in a straight contest with Taft.
The piece argues that Canada's defeat of reciprocity with the United States stemmed from a misreading of annexation fears. It credits Wilfrid Laurier for resisting the motion, notes his age and possible retirement, and predicts eventual reciprocity as beneficial for both nations.
On this date in history events include the Continental Congress adopting the Pine Tree Flag in 1775, the Battle of Leipzig in 1813, and notable births and deaths such as Mudie in 1780s Britain. Other items note officials and church leadership changes, including Joseph F. Smith’s 1901 presidency of the Mormon church and a 1910 decree against the Branganza dynasty.
David C Barrow, chancellor of the University of Georgia, born October 18 1852 in Oglethorpe County Georgia. He studied at UGA and joined the university staff in 1878 becoming a professor and later chancellor in 1896. His administration saw strong university growth and rising attendance.
A report credits leadership under the college director for the College of Agriculture and the university summer school reaching a high point of efficiency and usefulness.
Roseburg welcomed delegates from across Oregon for the annual convention of the Oregon Federation of Women's Clubs. An executive board meeting set the agenda, with a preliminary session to finalize the program. The event runs through Thursday with addresses papers and discussions by state leaders.
Advertisement claims Vinol a superior cod liver and iron tonic that strengthens the weak and run down. Customer Mrs Y F Schwartz of New York reports lasting improvement after using Vinol following illness. Garunteed to build strength with money back if unsatisfied. H R Palmer & Sons, Druggists, Athens, Ga.
Delegates from state associations attend the annual American Association of Title Men convention in Little Rock Arkansas for a three day session. The organization formed in Chicago in 1907 includes abstract title researchers and employees of title guarantee companies nationwide. After business adjourns members will tour Hot Springs as guests of the Arkansas Land Title Association.
The twenty-first annual meeting of the American Railway Bridge and Building Association began in St Louis with many members from U S and Canada attending. Topics include building platforms for small towns fireproofing frame on trestle bridges and feasibility of using brick veneer for station buildings.
Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 22 F and A M meets Thursdays at Masonic Hall Clayton Street. Keystone Chapter No. 1 Royal Arch Masons meets third Tuesday at 8 pm in Max Joseph building. J Elmo Lodge K of P meets Monday at 8 20 pm at Castle Hall. Willard Lodge No.16 I O O G meets Monday nights in Odd Fellows Hall. Oliver Encampment No.14 meets Friday nights in Odd Fellows Hall. Geo B Davis Camp W O W meets Wednesday evenings at Odd Fellows Hall. Athens P O E No. 799 meets Wednesday nights at lodge quarters. Glenn Lodge No.75 I C O F meets Tuesday nights in Odd Fellows Hall. Order of Owls Athens Nest No.1460 meets Friday 8 30 pm at Owl's Nest. Secretary and president listed for several groups.
Health ad urges relief from stomach disorders including indigestion and dyspepsia with Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets. It promises money back after reasonable use if unsatisfied and notes three box sizes 25c 50c and 3.00, sold at The Rexall Store Athens via H R Palmer & Sons Drug Co.
Twelve hundred Knights of Pythias from Illinois lodges gathered in Springfield for the 22nd annual Illinois grand lodge convention. The three day session is presided over by Grand Chancellor John G. Vaughn of Carlinville.
The Indiana Great Council of Red Men opened its two day session at Tomlinson Hall in Indianapolis with delegates from lodges across the state. A major issue before the body is the proposed construction of a state headquarters building in the city.
Several hundred delegates from nearly every Atlantic coast state gather in Richmond for the fourth annual Atlantic Deeper Waterways Association convention. The three day sessions aim to promote a national project to build canals linking waterways from Boston to Key West as a continuous inner navigation route, with President J Hampton Moore presiding and Governor Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey set to speak.
Washington October 17 Rear Admiral William A Marshall reached the age limit for active service and was placed on the retired list. He previously commanded the Norfolk navy yard and his vacancy is filled by Captain Frank F Fletcher.
Davenport hosts the fourteenth annual Iowa Municipalities League session with mayors and city officials in attendance. Mayor A. C. Mueller of Davenport gave the welcome address and Mayor J. R. Rector of Waterloo delivered the presidential address as the meeting opens and runs through Thursday.
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