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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1916

Page

9

Athens to get top tier vaudeville from Sullivan Considine

Manager Funkenstein announces Athens will host Sullivan Considine vaudeville acts identical to Chicago and other big cities. The Colonial will feature two different five act bills weekly beginning Monday and Thursday with family-priced tickets. The circuit plans three a day attractions nationwide, bringing high quality shows to Athens.

Funkenstein Athens Frank Rogers Sullivan-Considine Chicago Cincinnati Louisville Nashville Memphis Chattanooga Atlanta Drunkenstein Fuckenstein Sullivan Considine South Colonial Dixie

Wanted Engineers and Conductors for Central of Georgia

Central of Georgia Railway seeks applicants for engine, train and yard service as strike talks loom. Competent men should apply with age, experience, and present address under confidential cover to G. L. Candler General Superintendent, detailing prior work and location.

Central of Georgia Railway Company G. L. Candler

Freight embargo on Southern 15 modified

The Southern Railway embargo 671 is modified effective immediately. Live stock and perishable freight may be accepted from shippers and connections to Southern destinations. Livestock perishable freight and explosives via connecting lines require advance arrangements. Other freight accepted without restriction.

Southern Railway H. E. Williams Washington, D. C Athens L. Green

City operates half a dozen autos in Athens force

Athens city uses six automobiles for public safety and health needs. Two large fire trucks serve both stations, a police patrol truck and a scout car support patrols, plus a runabout for Capt. Barnett and a new health department runabout recently acquired.

Athens Capt. Barnett

Bloodworth Returns From Savannah Conference

Mr. B. R. Bloodworth commercial agent for the Central of Georgia Railway based in Athens has come back from Savannah where he attended a conference of railway officials and agents about the strike situation.

B. R. Bloodworth Athens Central of Georgia Railway Savannah

Elected Head of Menlo’s Schools

Eugene Weatherly has been elected superintendent of Menlo High School in Menlo Georgia. A 22 year old University of Georgia graduate and son of W A Weatherly, he is praised for his training and ability.

Menlo’s Eugene Weatherly Menlo High School Menlo Weatherly W. A. Weatherly University of Georgia Mamma

Picture of Southern Bell building under construction shown

A display at the Royal Pharmacy near Clayton and College shows an easel draped with the American colors and a fine picture of the new Southern Bell Telephone Company building rising at Clayton and Hull streets. The depiction accurately represents the ongoing structure and its prominent placement in the scene.

Royal Pharmacy Clayton Street College Avenue Southern Bell Telephone Company Clayton and Hull Streets

Suit Goes Over to Monday in Chemical Company Case

The damage suit of Thomas I. Todd against the Empire State Chemical Company occupied most of yesterday and much of Friday for testimony. Judge West adjourned the court until Monday morning when proceedings will be completed.

Thomas I., Todd Empire State Chemical Company West

Hall's Catarrh Cure Reward Offer and Endorsements

An advertisement offers a $100 reward for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It includes testimonials from the National Bank of Commerce in Toledo, declares the firm trustworthy, and notes internal action through the bloodstream. Price 75 cents per bottle and mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation.

Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo F. J. Cheney National Bank OF Commerce

Moving Service Ad by FHARS STABLES

FHARS STABLES offers moving and heavy furniture hauling with care. They provide a special furniture van for city moves and 24 hour service. Call 148 at 184 W Clayton St for first class livery and any time support.

Fhars Stables Clayton St

Pictorial Review Waist and Skirt Ensemble Details

This description outlines a tailored skirt in English tweed longer than prior season models with side plaits secured by belt extensions. It covers waist detailing in figured crepe with double collar and silk cuffs, a coordinating vest with small buttons, and fabric requirements for medium size. Sizes range 22 to 42 inches with prices 15 cents and 1 shilling respectively.

Pictorial Review Price

Special Committee Meeting Called by Chamber of Commerce

President Flanigen of the Clarke county Athens Chamber of Commerce named a special committee to consider a proposal to advertise Clarke county and Athens in Facts About Georgia. The meeting is set for 4 tomorrow afternoon in the Chamber office with chairman J F Tibbetts and members Flanigen ex officio, A Rhodes, D C Barrow, Jere M Pound, C M Strahan, W F Dorsey, D G Bickers, Aaron Cohen, E W Carroll, J M Hodgson, and W P Strohbar.

Flanigen Chamber of Commerce Clarke County Athens Georgia Georgia Chamber of Commerce Official Book of Georgia J. F. Tibbetts Messrs. A. Rhodes D. C. Barrow Jere M. Pound C. M. Strahan W. F. Dorsey D. G. Bickers Aaron Cohen E. W. Carroll J. M. Hodgson W. P. Strohbar

Will Pay You to Get An Athens Made Suit Today

Hand tailoring of the highest grade at moderate prices promotes local enterprise. The shop offers a try-on during making for a perfect, latest style suit. Customers in Athens praise the fit and value, with Head & McMahan inviting men to compare prices and styles.

Athens Head & McMahan

Gouverneur Region Tops U S Talc Production

Gouverneur region in New York is the nation’s leading talc producer. Historically its output surpassed all other talc producing localities combined, with mineral workings reaching depths of about 600 feet.

Gouverneur New York United States

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Sullivan - Considine Circuit Southern MR. B. R. Bloodworth Todd Suit Colonial Theatre Lois Weber Phillips Smalley Daily Fashion Note W. T. Collins & Co’s Palm Beach Shepherd Reseda W.t.collins &Co
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