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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1916

Page

5

Hartwell Candidacy Support in Northern Circuit Race

Hartwell residents push Hon. Walter L. Hodges for the Northern Judicial circuit judgeship with strong endorsements from Hart county bankers grand jury and local church leaders. Judge Grogan and Hon. S. Luther Thornton also garner praise as they seek seats in Georgia courts. Fire scare hits Hartwell with damage to Dr W I Hailey Drug and Tuglao Risner Barber shop as civic leaders travel through.

Hartwell Walter L. Hodges Northern Judicial Circuit Bankers Hart County Northern Circuit Judge Hodges Milo H. Massey The Baptist Church F. J. Mashburn Methodist Church A J. McMullan McCurry Eloise McCurry A. G. McCurry Julian B. McCurry Hartwel Tage Grogan Tuglao Risner W. I

Chafin Taxicab Service Adverts in College Avenue

Good automobiles and careful drivers advertised for Chafin Taxicab Service located on College Avenue with the telephone 840.

College ‘Svenue

Kennedy Square sword duel lights up Strand screen

In the Vitagraph Blue Ribbon feature Kennedy Square at the Strand two young men duel by torchlight, Antonio Moreno in the lead and a skillful foe using shadows and bright lighting to heighten the moment. Moreno wins as the quarrel over a girl drives the action. Cleo Madison stars at the Elite in A Soul Enslaved. Pierro the accordion wizard appears at the Strand with a $10,000 annual exclusive deal for 12 records.

Vitagraph Kennedy Square Strand S. Rankin Antonio Moreno Moreno Cleo Madison Pietro Pierro Wizard of Accordion Athens Pierto Victor Talking Machine Company

State Prison Commission Collecting Road Figures

The state prison commission in Atlanta is gathering data from all Georgia counties on improved road mileage in preparation for the upcoming organization of the state highway department. Judge Patterson said a date for the organization meeting has not yet been fixed, but a call will be issued soon for the coming week.

Atlanta State Prison Commission State Highway Department Patterson Prison Commission State of Georgia Western and Atlantic Railroad W. & A. Commission Hooper Alexander Commission Iit S. G. McLendon J. A. J. Henderson Ocilla Southern St. Mary's Jacksonville J. H. Johnston

Belgians Honor Fallen Aerial Rivals With Roses

Berlin reports that Prof. Siebert, once an exchange professor in the United States, was killed in an aerial action on the western front. The Belgian victor sent a funeral bier bouquet of roses the next day with the inscription praising the defeated foe in aerial combat.

Associated Press Berlin London Siebert United States Western Front

Nat D Arnold for Senate on September 12

Nat D Arnold a business man and farmer runs for the Senate. The ad urges voters to elect him on September 12 and highlights his farmer ally stance and candidacy.

Nat D. Arnold Senate

New Fall Dresses Displayed In Elegant Index Preview

It is a treat to see the advanced showing of new fall dresses which we are making. The first shipments serve as an index of what follows and promise the prettiest line of dresses ever collected under one roof in this city. They are exquisite and embrace all the new ideas from the past weeks. Materials include charmeuse, taffeta, crepe de chine and serge with various combinations, some with Georgette crepe sleeves. Color possibilities are bold or conservative, with a daring mix of styles. We have enough dresses to fill a morning’s inspection and welcome readers to view them on the second floor elevator.

Wash Fabrics Introductory Sewing Goods Sale

The advertisement promotes Renfrew fabrics with a complete line of ginghams at 10c 12c and 15c and Devonshire Cloth at 20c per yard. It touts fast dyes that resist fading, with Renfrew Madras Ginghams and Devonshire Cloth described as 32 inches wide and priced 15c and 20c per yard.

Renfrew Madras Devonshire

New Novelty Veilings Spark Craze in Veiling Fashions

The ad touts War Brides veils combining net and chiffon worn with hats, urging early adoption before others copy. Also promotes a striped motor veil and the Blarney Veil as fashionable novelties with flattering effects and stylish appeal.

Rug sellers warn of rising prices and steady old-stock deals

Rugs and floor coverings see sharp price advances over recent months with limited increases for mattings and linoleums. The firm will protect buyers by keeping former prices where possible and urges early planning as another rise is anticipated. New rugs arriving ahead of the September rush in the carpet section.

Autumn Neckwear Sparks Fresh Dress Up

A new shipment of collars arrives to refresh wardrobes for the season. Prices range from 25 to 50 cents for many stylish pieces, with broader cloth trimmed options at 75 cents, 1.00 and 1.25. See these pretty new collars and you will surely buy.

Maid of the Mist Lingerie Fabric Ad

A lingerie fabric called Maid of the Mist offers sheer pink and white material. It measures 40 inches wide and sells for 35 cents a yard, available in full pieces due to high demand in the white goods section.

Maid of the Mist

Household News This Is Not a Sale Prices Slashed on Pep perill Sheets

Prices on Pep perill Sheets reduced across sizes including 63 by 90 81 by 90 and 90 by 90 with a sale price of 1.00 for a 2.5 yard item. The seller notes these discounts are temporary and tied to an old contract and urges buyers to stock up now.

Closeout pedestal lemonade glass at ten cents

Advertising a clearance on lemonade glasses, a pedestal glass with a handle offered at ten cents each, previously selling for fifteen cents. Limited quantities available, urging buyers to take as many as they need.

Our Draperies and Curtain Showroom Announcement

Indoor time approaches and a local shop promotes a full line of draperies. They offer expert help, measuring service, installation options, and a Ivory and green duplex shade, encouraging customers to prepare windows with new coverings.

Little One Boys Blouses For School Wear

Advertises Little One blouses for boys aged 6 to 14 in madras, percale and similar fabrics. Describes color options and fits with a promise of lifelong purchases after trying. Price listed at 50 cents.

Atlanta plans radical plaza railway overhaul and state use

Atlanta leaders announce the plaza plan to reshape the Western and Atlantic lines. They seek to eliminate current stations, fill the valley, build a giant central terminal, and house state government departments with no rent in return. A second option offers extending the line to the sea with lease deals under discussion.

Atlanta Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Asa G. Candler Western and Atlantic Commission Union Station State Department of Agriculture State Board of Heath Capitol City of Victor H. Kreigshaber Douglas Wilmer L. Moore Georgia Chamber of Commerce Asa Candler Walter G. Looper William Lawson Peel State of Georgia

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