Newsy Bits and Editorial Snippets From Athens Banner
A collage of brief items, notices, and comments: subscription rates and delivery notes for the Athens Daily Banner, warnings about carrier practices, and assorted national and local opinion notes. Topics include Chicago’s tango, Mexican elections, Huerta, China’s republic, and remarks on campaign funds. The column cites Wilson’s currency reform stance, Thaw, Sulzer, Straus, Hobson, Underwood, and high school lunch economics. A Herm an Simon will outlines stock-based estate distribution for his Easton mill.
Increasing Interest in Sunday Schools in Athens Georgia
The article notes a nationwide rise in Sunday school interest, with Athens Georgia illustrating strong growth. It cites more qualified teachers, more zealous scholars, and rising adult enrollment, including overflowing men’s classes. Estimated white Sunday school enrollment in Athens reaches about 3500, over a third of the white city population.
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Georgia
Athens
Knotty Mexican Problem Faces Wilson and Bryan
The piece argues the United States must decide between persuasion and force to stabilize Mexico and protect foreign interests. It suggests US policy may require a show of force and a firmer stance toward European meddling after Mexico's elections, possibly invoking the Monroe doctrine if necessary.
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Wilson
Bryan
Mexico
Uncle Sam
Europe
United States
Work of the Tax Assessors Under Georgia’s New Law
The new tax act assigns three county tax assessors to countywide canvassing of real and personal property. They will ensure all taxable property is listed, adjust low returns, and push reforms. Clarke County benefits from Dorsey’s past diligence, but many counties face tough starts before the act proves effective for Georgia’s welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarke County
Jon
Dorsey
Georgia
Judge Speer Faces Impeachment Inquiry Amid Health Struggles
Congress plans an impeachment probe into charges against Judge Emory Speer of this state. Speer, long a noted federal jurist, is critically ill, with recent reports suggesting possible paralysis. He remains eager to prove his innocence, while friends hope the inquiry will show no impeachment is needed.
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Congress
Emory Speer
Speer
THIS DATE IN HISTORY
1701 City of Philadelphia charter led by William Penn. 1728 Captain James Cook born. 1776 Washington defeated by Gen. Howe at White Plains. 1844 The Royal Exchange opened by Queen Victoria. 1886 Statue of Liberty dedicated. 1893 Assassination of Chicago mayor Carter H. Harrison. 51st birthday note for Dr. Alonzo D. Melvin mentioning his name.
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Philadelphia
William Penn
James Cook
Lima
Callao
Washington
Gen. Howe
White Plains
Royal Exchange
London
Queen Victoria
Bartholdi
New York Harbor
Carter H. Harrison
Chicago
Resignation Expected in U S Agriculture Bureau Chief Post
The chief of the Bureau of Animal Industry within the U S Department of Agriculture is about to resign to take a position with the Argentine government. Born in Sterling Missouri October 28 1862 he studied veterinary medicine in Chicago and joined the department in 1886. He previously inspected meat in Liverpool and Chicago and since 1905 has served in Washington.
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Bureau of Animal Industry
United States Department of Agriculture
Sterling
Chicago
Department of Agriculture
Liverpool
Washington
Rheuma claims relief for rheumatism and Brights disease
Professor Budlong reports quick relief from rheumatism and Brights disease using Rheuma. The ad asserts Rheuma travels to the disease seat, expels toxins via kidneys bowels liver and skin. A Sound View Connecticut user testifies of cure. H R Palmer & Co offers Rheuma at 50 cents a bottle.
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Budlong
Bright
J. Budlonz
H. R. Palmer & Co
Wio
T J Nichols for Alderman in Athens Second Ward
An Athens resident and contractor, Thomas J Nichols announces he will seek the aldermanic seat for the Second ward, subject to Democratic party action. He notes years of local residence and involvement in building notable businesses and homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
Athens
Thos. J. Nichols
Democratic Party
Nichols
Pape's Diapepsin Promises Rapid Dyspepsia Relief
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a quick remedy for indigestion gas and stomach upset. It claims relief within five minutes and a lasting improvement in stomach comfort, with a fifty cent bottle suggested for purchase at any drug store.
Dean's Kidney Pills Praised By Athens Resident
Thirty thousand voices praise Dean's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney and bladder relief. Mrs. E R Shy of 770 College Avenue Athens Georgia reports severe back pain eased after use. She keeps the remedy in the house and recommends it to friends. Sold at al dealers 60 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents Remember the name Deans and take no other.
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Dean
Athens
E. R. Shy
College Avenue
Lg al
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Family Cough Medicine Dr King’s New Discovery
In every home there should be a bottle of Dr King’s New Discovery for colds and coughs. S A Stid of Mason Michigan says it cured his family and pneumonia with two 50 cent bottles. Thousands rely on it for coughs colds throat and lung troubles. Price 50 cents and 1 dollar. All druggists H E Bucklen & Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
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Dr. King
S. A. Stid
Mason, Mich
Governor Slaton Speaks At Four-County Fair
Governor Slaton visited Commerce on Governor's Day at the Four-County Fair in Jackson Banks Madison and Franklin. He toured exhibits praised educational focus and addressed students at Commerce High School before speaking on agriculture at the Central Hotel luncheon.
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Slaton
H. B. Bible
Commerce Public Schools
John M. Slaton
Georgia
Atlanta
John B. Hardman
City of Commerce
Jackson
Banks
Madison
Franklin
Gov. Slaton
Commerce High School
Gov. Slaten
John F. Shannon
Commerce News
Central Hotel
Commerce
John N. Holder
House of Representatives
Col
H. O. Williford
Messrs
Walter C. Davis
R. L. J. Smith
I. L. Davis
John D. Barnett
H. B. Bile
A. P. Ries
W. R. Little
Carnesville
J. Hood
G. AD. McGinnis
Tyre Strange
Arthur Wood
J. F. Shannon
Dr. L. Hardman JL
F. Elrod
W. D. Williford
Paul T. Harber
Cause of Eczema Now Explained
An eczema and skin disorder promotion claims the real cause is germs in the skin and that washing with D D D Prescription for Eczema is effective. The ad urges use of a 25 cent bottle, offers a $1 guarantee, and invites readers to visit H. R. Palmer & Sons and Prince Avenue Pharmacy to inspect the remedy.
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D.D.D
H. R. Palmer & Sons and
Prince Avenue Pharmacy
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H. J. Rowe
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Arrier
City Council of
Windy City
Huerta
Madero
Assissin
Birmingham Age-Herald
Senate Committee
Harry Thaw
Ben
Matteawan
Sulzers
Sulzer
Agen
Oscar S. Straus
Hobson
Oscar Underwood
Alabama
The
American Home Economies Association
Herman Simon
Easton
Judge Speer
Tober
Trv Etter
Alonzo D. Melvin
Alonzo D. “Melvin
Joseph W. Folk
State Department
Paul Larocque
Sherbrooke
Que
J. Henry Goeke
Ohio
Bashford Dean
Columbia University
Keine
Ladies’ Aid Society
Ladies’ Aid Society of
Th Christian Church
S. W. Assary
George Booth
Colonial Theater
Underworld
New York City
Palmer’s
T. J. Nichols
Alderman
Gray Hopkins
Broad St
F. Y. All Good
French Market Mills
New Orleans Coffee Company, Ltd
Proprietne
New Orleans
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