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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1914
Page
6
Chicago wheat climbs after export demand and U S September exports. corn and oats rally with wheat while hog prices drag provisions. New Orleans spot cotton quiet with sales noted. Liverpool futures and domestic supplies influence prices across grains and cotton.
Promote a laxative claim for infants children and grown-ups with a coded warning against counterfeits. The 50 cent bottle is touted as a safe gentle remedy to relieve constipation and stomach distress, promising a playful well child after use.
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery for colds and coughs. It claims quick relief, soothing effects, a pleasant antiseptic healing formula, and family trust from Lewis Chamberlain of Manchester Ohio. A 50 cent bottle is recommended with money back satisfaction.
President Wilson released a letter to House Majority Leader Underwood outlining his administration’s achievements and the next session’s program. He praised tariff reform, the currency and anti trust bills, and foreign policy handling, insisting the Democratic party is the only instrument to advance the nation and destroy monopoly.
An old promotional copy extols Pope's Diapepsin for quick relief of sour stomach gas indigestion and upset. It promises gentle digestion in minutes and urges readers to buy a large fifty cent bottle at drug stores to keep the stomach regulated.
The bulletin predicts fair conditions in Atlanta tonight with an unsettled Tuesday likely to bring showers. Georgia sees similar trends with unsettled weather and showers likely Tuesday. Alabama faces unsettled conditions with showers possible, while the eastern cotton belt stays generally fair. A western Canada depression brings rain to the extreme northwest. most Rockies and plateaus stay dry. Temperatures remain above freezing nationwide. The piece also cites President and legislator discussions on merchant marine buildup and natural resource conservation.
Kansas City Dr. G. Wilse Robinson warns that even one cup of coffee or tea daily can raise fatigue and irritability as caffeine fuels toxic fatigue by not aiding elimination. He notes caffeine is not a nutrient and suggests Instant Postum as a healthier beverage alternative.
W. D. Gladden of Winder Cotton Mills shot himself with a muzzle loading gun at his boarding house in the mill district. He had moved from Atlanta with two daughters three months ago. the younger, fifteen, returned to Atlanta Saturday. Coroner’s inquest found death by his own hand. Relatives in Atlanta notified. body held for burial upon their arrival.
An unnamed dermatologist endorses bold sulphur cream to stop itching and soothe eczema on face and body. It is said to destroy skin parasites, subdue irritation, and leave skin clear, though not always providing a permanent cure. Apply an ounce to affected areas like ordinary cold cream.
Henry Drake, son of Mr and Mrs J M Drake of Winder Georgia, fell from a tree Sunday afternoon and broke his left wrist. He is described as a manly little fellow and receives much sympathy from friends in the city.
Mrs Osgood touts a remedy to remove facial neck arm and body hair quickly and safely sold on a money back basis by H R Palmer and Sons and other druggists with many satisfied customers Also a Dr Bell Pine Tar Honey advert promises lung relief and cures with a 25 cent bottle claiming to help a hopeless case and ease a dry hacking cough.
An advertisement claims Foley Kidney Pills provide rapid relief from backache weak sore kidneys and painful bladder with first dose. Testimonial from O Palmer Green Bay Wis notes wife regains health and strength solely due to the pills. Palmer & Sons distribute the product.
Foley Cathartic Tablets promise a tonic effect on the bowels and a thorough cleaning of the bowel tract. The ad claims to stir the liver to healthy activity and keep the stomach sweet, preventing constipation headaches and fatigue. Sold by H. R. E Sons for five cents.
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