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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1913
Page
3
Mr. O. P. Tidd of Chicago wins a washing machine by nearly matching the judges’ estimate of yearly savings from an electric washer. The prize value totals $184.55 vs the judges’ $183.87, highlighting the money saved by household electric devices and the broader push of domestic science.
A columnist questions womens constant labor and suggests that men would abandon rigid routines if they could vary their weekly work similarly. The piece argues for more flexible domestic and social roles to reduce drudgery.
Multiple Athens churches list Sunday morning and evening services led by visiting and local pastors. Notable speakers include Dr. Poteat of Furman University and Rev. J. P. Cooper. Activities cover Sunday school, Christian Endeavor, and midweek prayer meetings across First Methodist, East Athens Baptist, West End Baptist, Tabernacle, and First Presbyterian churches.
The funeral for Mrs. W. B. Jones was conducted from her residence at eleven o'clock by Rev. C. Jarrell. A large gathering of relatives and friends attended as Mr. Jarrett praised her exemplary life and glorious death, with burial at Oconey cemetery among flowers.
The reader asks whether to hire painters or waiters for painting, and if painting adds value when selling. They note paint costs around 2.25 dollars a gallon and a 10 gallon job about 50 to 60 dollars, wondering if the house’s value increases with a fresh coat and how much it would fetch if freshly painted versus needing paint. DEVOE is sold by Talmage Hardware Co.
A notice from Mrs Horace D Catlett extends gratitude to the people of Athens for their kindness during her husband’s death, blessing each reader with God’s richest blessing.
William Fleming, longtime postmaster, announced to a newspaper rep that he will not pursue any new duties for the next month or two. He jokes he will be a loafer until he tires of the post office routine, then may enter another line of business.
Athens Railway and Electric Co. notes two simple scientific methods over two years that dramatically change removing black iron marks from linen. The advance lies in practicality and measurable home task efficiency.
A patient conductor remains polite as an elderly passenger asks where to alight. The reply notes that both ends of the car stop, leaving the choice to the passenger. The comic exchange ends with the conductor's calm humor.
The article reviews Prof Robert Preston Brooks of the University of Georgia and his new two year project history of Georgia to be published by a leading New York publisher. It notes Brooks's credentials and that his work will complement existing state histories by Lawton Evans.
Public health warning warns against catarrh and mercury based ointments as dangerous to the body. It cautions that mercury can damage mucous surfaces and the blood, urging consumers to buy only from reputable physicians and trusted druggists.
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