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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1913
Page
2
A collage of society items, club notices, and personal events includes a thought for the day about happiness within, a Garden Club meeting on October 22 at the YWCA, Miss Shippen's complimented luncheon hosted by Mrs. Julius Talmadge with guests from several cities, and forthcoming Chapter C D Emmanuel Guild gathering. Also announced are a piano birthday party at Baxter Street School and various social engagements.
The Ladies' Garden Club expresses sincere thanks to home helpers for premiums and efforts at the show. Gratitude is extended to T. P. Vincent for hall lead, Sykes Electric Shop for cooking and lighting, Davis for installation assistance, Young Parlor Market for phone use, Will Scott for extra help, Wright of McClure for loan of cases, Austin Comer for courtesies, Crudedale Greenhouses judges McHatton and Pennock, and to Banner and Herald reporters along with local florists and seedsmen whose names appear in the premium list. Athens people are urged to patronize these firms for quality goods.
Mrs. Carroll Proctor will entertain a small bridge party Wednesday at 3 30 at her Franklin street home. The Suffrage League meets this afternoon at 4 30 with Mrs Geissler and all members are urged to attend. Edith Penland Ray Unions Belton Georgia Sunday October nineteenth at ten o clock was the marriage of Edith Penland and Robert Callaway Ray officiated by Rev Levern. Miss Rutherford attends U D C convention in Moultrie. Mrs Heard of College Park visits Milledge avenue for winter. Mrs S J Chamberlain of Atlanta visits Mrs Fulton Warner. Miss Louise Vincent hosts bridge this afternoon at 3 30. Miss Carnee Davis of Warrenton and Miss Virginia Butler of Madison visited Miss Mary Lyndon yesterday. Butler and Lyndon plan Egypt trip late November returning February.
An advertising voice extols R. Brandt's optical department in Athens claiming know how and appealing to the public with a star like confidence. It emphasizes that glasses worn by a good looking girl were fitted at R Brandt's and urges readers to visit for eyewear.
Miss Basiline Prince returned home from Little Rock Arkansas. Friends of Mr Julian Erwin hope for his speedy recovery while he remains ill. The Jesters’ daughter Elsie is ill with scarlet fever but progressing well. Dr D L Peacock left for Macon. Mrs L W Hargrove visiting in Augusta. Mrs Daisy Harris and daughter Elizabeth returned from North Georgia. Mr and Mrs Carl Jester and family appear in society notices. Several locals and visitors are listed with recent travels and visits across Georgia and nearby states.
Casper Wyoming October 20 The Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad completed line from Casper to Kirby Montana was opened to passenger and freight traffic today.
An advertisement promotes Mi-O-Na Stomach Tablets as a quick, safe remedy for distress after eating, belching fat, and indigestion. It claims fast relief, soothing stomach walls, aiding digestion, and daily nourishment with a money back guarantee. Also notes availability from H. R. Palmer & Sons and druggists with traveling and home use.
An ad claims Chamberlains Tablets awaken appetite and aid digestion, restoring relish for meals. Sold by all dealers.
Mrs Eula Mae Reid of Hines Alabama testifies Cardui eased her stomach issues and headaches. She reports losing spit up with meals and a 10 pound weight gain after using Cardui. The ad notes Cardui’s long history and formal drugstore availability with mailing address for more information.
Madam Paulini Clairvoyant and Scientific Palmist is back in Athens for a limited period. Office hours run 10 am to 3 pm daily except Sundays at 792 Layton Street. The listing notes a temporary local presence with a focus on palmistry and clairvoyance.
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