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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1916

Page

5

Wilkes County Delegation Tours State College of Agriculture

Wilkes County led by County Agent Luke Burdett and Washington Chamber of Commerce President W T Johnson visited the State College of Agriculture in Athens to study farming, stock-raising, and related departments. About 150 Wilkes and Washington residents traveled in 35 cars as the Athens Chamber hosted the delegation.

Wilkes County Athens State College of Agriculture Luke Burdett W. T. Johnson Washington Chamber of Commerce Burdett Farmers’ Organization of Johnson Trade Organization of Washington Wilkes Chamber of Com Mune Haselton J. Luke Burdeet Chamber of Commerce E. A. Barnett East Georgia Fair F. G. Booker Garnett K. Green A. H. Burnett W. M. Hill Capt. Irwin E. Hill R. H. Spratling E. H. Spratling Th. A. Callaway Board of Education W. H. Griffin J. T. Harris Geo. Armstrong Cliff McLean R. Mott Smith W. E. Burdette G. H. Garrard G. R Garrard Dr. E. Wills Luke Lattimer J. B. Wingfield J. T. Wingfield W. E Wingfield R. D. Callaway F. K. Rogers A. J. Orr J. H. Orr T. A. Grenade

Hugh Dorsey Club to convene important meeting tonight

The Hugh Dorsey Club will hold an important meeting at the Shackelford building headquarters at 8:00 p m with all members and supporters urged to attend. Also included is an endorsement note from Mrs F E Hartmeister praising Foley Kidney Pills for kidney trouble and related symptoms.

Hugh Dorsey Shackelford Building F. E. Hartmeister H. R. Palmer & Sons

Baseball results from national and regional games

National league scores show Chicago beating Cincinnati 3 0 and 8 10, Pittsburg sweeping St Louis 7 0 and 2 0, Boston over New York 3 2 and 3 8 plus Philadelphia 2 Brooklyn 1 and 10 3. American league results list New York over Boston 7 1 and 4 3, Washington over Philadelphia 2 0 and 3 1, Detroit over Cleveland 7 5 and 11 8, St Louis over Chicago 2 3 and 1 2, Southern region notes Atlanta over New Orleans 11 4 and 4 0, Little Rock over Memphis 11 1, Birmingham over Mobile 6 3 and 1 0, Chattanooga over Nashville 4 5 and 3 4, South Atlantic Charleston over Jacksonville 9 4 and 7 1.

National Chicago Cincinnati Pittsburg St. Louis Boston New York Philadelphia Brooklyn Washington Detroit Cleveland Southern Atlanta New Orleans Little Rock Memphis Birmingham Mobile Chattanooga Nashville

September Messages From Michael's The New Coat Suits

The New Coat Suits line showcases fall styles with coat lengths mostly medium. Fur trimmed velvet trimmed and mixed trims appear, with plain tailored options in conservative cuts. Fabrics include silk broadcloth serge gatardine and poplins. prices remain lower than expected despite general increases.

New Fall Dresses Displayed In City Showroom

The article describes an advance showing of new fall dresses noted as the finest collection yet in the city. It highlights charmeuse, taffeta, crepe de chine and serge fabrics with Georgette crepe sleeves, bold and conservative color pairings, and an extensive morning inspection with access to the second floor elevator.

New Shirtwaists Debut In Elegant Georgette Styles

New waists arriving show Georgette Crepe and Crepe de Chine options priced 6.50 to 7.50. Designs feature awning striped fichu collars, hemstitching on waist and cuffs, and light embroidery. Crepe de Chine models offer scalloped collars and fullness at the back, with a lace trim example in Plauen lace for a smart look.

Final scores from Georgia league games

Scores show Columbus 0 Macon 1 and Columbus 14 Macon 11. Columbia 6 Augusta 8 first 11 innings. Later Columbia 1 Augusta 6 with the second game called in the 8th due to darkness.

Columbus Macon Columbia Augusta

Moving Hauling Service Promises 24 Hour Availability

FHARS STABLES offers moving heavy furniture and hauling with a special furniture van in City. Provides first class livery night or day and never closes. Phone 148 at 184 W Clayton St.

Fhars Stables Clayton St

Dr King's New Discovery for Colds Advertised

A Vintage ad urges attention to colds with Dr King's New Discovery. It claims Pine Tar antiseptic oils and balsams ease coughs, soothe the throat, and clear the head, calling it a standard family cough syrup for over 40 years. Buy at your druggist.

Dr. King

New 98c Waists Arrive in Broad Selection

A large shipment of waists at 98 cents each offers copied-from-expensive models with new features. Styles never before offered at this price provide a wide choice, promising a wonderful lot to select from for budget shoppers.

New Felt Hats Arrive in Navy Sailor and Poke Styles

A new shipment of felt hats in rose blue mustard brown navy and white is now in the millinery department. Styles include poke roll brim and sailor with neat bands of felt or ribbon. Priced at 1.75 1.98 and 2.50, elevator to second floor.

Renfrew Fabrics Offers Washable Gingham and Devonshire Cloth

The Renfrew Fabrics line promises fast colors and bright patterns with ginghams at 10c and 12c per yard and Devonshire Cloth at 20c. Madras ginghams and 32 inch wide fabrics are 15c to 20c per yard, advertised as durable wash fabrics for school sewing.

Renfrew Madras

New Novelty Veilings Captivate Fashion-Forward Shoppers

Vendors tout the War Brides veil a net and chiffon mix worn with hats and urge early adoption. The striped motor veil and the Blarney veil, combining net and chiffon, are marketed as striking, flattering novelties for style followers.

Rug and floor covering prices rise as demand grows

The store notes sharp advances in rugs mattings linoleum and hall runners over recent months while keeping old prices on mattings and linoleums. They urge early planning before further increases and claim unique capability to meet needs, with new rugs arriving for the September rush.

Autumn collars offer fresh neckwear for outfits

A new shipment of collars for early wear features many styles priced at 25¢ and 50¢. Colored broad cloth with scalloped edges adds trim to sheer whites, with other collars at 75¢ 1.00 and 1.25 that appeal to refined taste. See these collars and buy.

Maid of the Mist Lingerie Fabric Attracts Customers

A new sheer fabric named Maid of the Mist is showcased in pink and white. It measures 40 inches wide and costs 35 cents per yard. Available in full pieces due to high demand, customers may buy any quantity. See it in the white goods section.

Maid of the Mist

Household News This Is Not a Sale Price Reductions

The notice lists reduced prices on Pep perill Sheets in plain sizes 81 by 90 and 90 by 90 with varying prices. It states prices are lower than in recent months and may end when an old contract expires. Shoppers are urged to stock up now.

Glass pedestal lemonade glasses offered at clearance price

Local dealer clears out pedestal bottom lemonade glasses available in bulk. Each glass priced at 10 cents, a marked reduction from the usual 15 cents. Limited quantity, first come, first served.

Our Draperies Offer Wide Curtain Selections In Store

Indoor time rising drives demand for curtains as Our Draperies markets a full line of draperies. An experienced curtain man assists choices and fittings, with in‑store selection and home installation available. Phone 950 for measurements and color options including ivory and green duplex shade.

Little One Boys Blouses For School Wear

Advertisement touts Little One blouses for boys aged 6 to 14 in madras percale and other shirtings. Describes colors stripes solids and figures with a large stock on hand and claims mothers will prefer them after trying. Priced at 50c.

Dr. L. G. Hardman Rated Best Governor Hope in 1909 Ads

A 1905 1909 political advertorial extols Dr. L. G. Hardman of Commerce and Mr. Holder of Jackson for founding a tubercular sanitarium and advancing public health. It cites bills on nursing practice agriculture and civil government teaching, prohibition, and early highway and health measures, urging voters to back Hardman for governor highlighting his public service and business background.

L. G. Hardman Commerce Holder Jackson House of Representatives Milledgeville Hardman Senate Frier Ware Whitley Douglas Georgia Dr. Hardman Health Department of State Committee On Hygiene and Sanitation House Shackelford Clarke State Board of Health United States Banks Grove River Messrs. Covington and Neal Hardman-Covingon- Neal Highway Commission

Central of Georgia seeks engineers conductors amid strike threat

The railroad calls for applications from engineers and conductors as it prepares to operate if workers strike. Eligible men should submit age, experience, present address and other details under confidential cover to G. L. Candler, General Superintendent, for consideration and reporting instructions.

Central of Georgia Railway Company G. L. Candler

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