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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1903

Page

3

Deputy kills one and wounds another in Baldwin's Park shootout

Deputy Sheriff Widans and accomplices confront a gang at Baldwin's Park. In the exchange one gunman is killed after attacking Cook with a corn knife, another wounded, two captured. The incident follows weeks of gang activity in Mercer and Summer counties. Also noted is a neighbor’s relief for D. P. Dougherty, saved by Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy, now sold locally.

Ballaca Sher Widans Cook Ens Baldwin's Park Charles Crowley D. P. Dougherty Mercer Summer Counties W. Va Chamberlain H R Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro

Strike settled at Fraterville and Shamrock mines

In Knoxville Tennessee a strike of 200 miners at the Fraterville mine was declared off after differences with the Coal Creek Coal Company were adjusted. The mine shut for one week and has now resumed operations. A separate dispute at the Shamrock mine with Black Dion and Coal Company in the same district was also resolved and is in operation.

Knoxville Tenngeot eFraterville Coal Creek Coal Company Shamrock Black Dion and Coal Company Coal Creek District

Hague Arbitration and Venezuelan Claims At The Hague

Rome reports high interest in The Hague arbitration over Venezuela as Senator Geraut and Italy favor a Roman code approach to claims. The scene notes U S senior counsel Wayne MacVeagh as a respected figure from Italy. Germany seeks priority over Britain but is rebuffed. five powers stand on equal footing in demand for preferential payment. The piece ties in with broader international law commentary and brief consumer ads.

Rome Hague Arbitration Court Wayne MacVeagh United States Italy Germany Great Britain Vasezuela Kaly Eraut Hague

Rural Free Delivery Brings News To Jackson County

Col R L J Smith reports rural free delivery routes in Jackson County improve service with The Daily Banner reaching Clark sboro households each afternoon. Readers without prior access now receive current papers at home increasing convenience and reader engagement.

R. L. J. Smith Jefferson Athens Jackson County Clarksboro

Clarke County’s First Cotton Bale Sells High At Auction

The first bale from Clarke County was brought to Billups Phinizy’s warehouse by Emmett Bond and sold to T. C. Dunn of Baxter & Co for fifteen cents per pound. Dunn resold to Mallison Braided Cord Co at eleven and a half cents per pound. Baxter & Co. pay three cent premiums to secure first bales at their agencies, with cotton seed sold at thirty cents per bushel, premium fifteen cents. A dental ad for DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve follows.

Clarke County Billups Phinizy Emmett Bond W. A. Carlton Phinizy T. C. Dunn A. B. Baxter & Co. Cotton Exchange Dann Mallison Braided Cord Company Baxter & Co Baxter & Company J. ©. Cooper Oconee Oil & Fertilizer Company

Special Sale at Davison & Lowe's Continues This Week

A bustling advertisement announces ongoing discounts at Davison & Lowe's with linen tablecloths towels napkins and new fall cotton dress goods. The dealer highlights mercerized fabrics new skirts and wares plus mosquito canopies and free canopy hanging. A testimonial from Judge W T Holland of Greenburg endorses Kodol Dyspepsia Cure noting relief from indigestion and better sleep.

Davison & Lowe's Great Palace Davison & Lowe

Bowling Alley Reopens In Moss Building

Mr J H Beckers bowling alley on Clayton street will reopen this afternoon at six o'clock after recent flooding. The venue required substantial labor to restore, and patrons will be welcomed back to the establishment this afternoon.

J. H. Becker Moss Building Cliyton Street

Michael Bros New Fall Arrivals Brighten Streets

Michael Bros announces early fall arrivals with a wide selection of woolens and silks. 40 inch all wool blends at 50c per yard, 48 inch all wool cheviots at 85c, camel hair suiting 31.25, ladies cloth 64 inch at 1 per yard, black taffeta silk 85c value at 50c. Linen damask, towels, and vestings feature low prices as the shop unveils new stock.

Georgia

Blood Balm claims cure for cancer and skin diseases

An advertisement asserts Botanic Blood Balm cures cancer of the nose and face and numerous blood disorders. It cites patients Mrs M L Adams of Fredonis Alabama and Mrs B M Guerney of Warrior Stand Alabama, claiming relief after doctors deemed hopeless. The ad notes benefits for eczema scabs ulcers and blood poison with a $1 bottle price and free prepaid samples from Blood Balm Co Atlanta GA.

S.S.S Swift Specific Co Atlanta Mra. M. L. Adams Fredonis Ala B. M. Guerney Warrior Stand Doctora Atlsata

Martin Institute Opens Fall Session at Jefferson

The fall session at Martin Institute opened with 224 students, expected to rise to 250, the largest opening attendance in school history, with fifty boarding pupils. Prof. J. D. Smith leads the popular school. Also notices a Globe Tonics sale and a Chamberlain’s stomach and liver tablets endorsement.

Martin Institute Jefferson J. D. Smith Ite Anocesa

Fresh Flour All the Time Clifton Flour Ad

Fresh promotional notice for Clifton Flour sold only to retailers, touting citizens buy it fresh in small quantities. Bransford's Clifton flour is for family use and claims superior bread pastry results. Wingfield Bush Grocery keeps it in stock regularly.

Clifton Bransford's Wingfield Uash Grocery

Watkinsville School Opens With 85 Pupils In Attendance

Oconee High School in Watkinsville Ga begins the term with 85 students the largest first day figure in years. Prof Rowland may hire a second assistant as enrollment grows. Miss Elizabeth Hall from Warrenton is first assistant boarding with Alsa Whitehead. Pupils boarding include Upshaw of Walton County Omer Elder and Robert Miller. Also notes the marriage of Miss Blanch Barnett of Winder to Samuel Etheridge of Winder last Sunday despite parental opposition. Burnett sister of W B Burnett of the Flatoe Co of Athens referenced. Globe Tonic advertising sample free 8 am to 8:30 pm at 80 Clayton Street.

Watkinsville Oconee High School Rowland Elizabeth Hall Warrenton Alsa Whitehead Upshaw Walton County Omer Elder Robert Miller Blanch Barnett Winder Dawson Barnett Samuel Etheridge Sharpton Misa Burnett W. B. Burnett The Flatow Co Athena

Dean's Kidney Pills touted as cure for backache and kidney ills

A testimonial from Captain D. W. Welsh of Parkersburg endorses Dean's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney trouble. He states his family used them and were cured, and notes purchases from J N Murdock drug store. Product marketed by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo with price 50 cents a box. Remember the name Dean's.

Dean Bright D. W. Welsh Wood County Infirmary Parkersburg W. Va J. N. Murdock Third Street

Flour Higher Pushes Wheat Prices Up Nationwide

The late government wheat report shows the crop is thirty five million bushels below last year, signaling sharply higher flour until the 1904 harvest. All flour costs more now, though Branaford’s Clifton brand has not risen as much as others. It’s an opportune moment to buy, as fresh flour is regularly received by Wingfield Cash.

Branaford Clifton

Shreveport Falls to Colonels in Southern League Action

The Banner notes 156 calls for results as Shreveport loses 8 to 4 at Atlanta. Other scores show Nashville 6 over New Orleans 3, Little Rock 8 over Birmingham 0, Memphis 12 over Montgomery 7. Tommie Fisher and Dougherty are highlighted for Shreveport and Atlanta respectively.

Aroa Atlanta Shreveport Nashville New Orleans Little Rock Birmingham Memphis Montgomery Tommie Fisher Dougherty

Daily News About Cotton Market 1908 Liverpool and New York

Market notes show Middling uplands sales and American fob receipts around 6,000 to 8,200. New York spots quoted little change. Port receipts estimated. Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised for cuts burns and skin ailments with local retailers listed.

Liverpool New York

Waterworks back in good condition after mains accidents

The Athena waterworks are once again in good condition after a series of mains accidents. Water was restored around midnight Tuesday and the superintendent does not fear a repeat break. A duplicate main from the plant to Cleveland avenue is planned to guard against future danger, with council support and work to begin as time allows.

Athena Cleveland Avenue

New Route to Health Through Postum Diet Change

A woman recounts overcoming years of sick headaches by quitting coffee and using Postum Food Coffee. She notes relief from migraines, renewed energy, and taking over family chores for two years, while neighbors also switch to Postum with health benefits. Name cited as Postum Co., Battle Creek, Michigan. Look for The Road to Wellville in package literature.

Postum Co Battle Creek Mich Wellville

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