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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1911
Page
5
Lawretteville grand jury reports roads in bad condition and returns road commissioners for nonperformance. They urge prison sentences for liquor-law violators, oppose pressuring, condemn lynching and call for legal safeguards to protect victims giving testimony at home or private places. The body includes a resolution adopted by the grand jury.
A compilation of regular meeting times and locations for Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 22 F and A M Stone and other groups including Keystone Chapter No. 1 Royal Arch Masons Elmo Lodge Knights of Pythias Athens B P C E 790 Williams Lodge I O O G and Oliver Encampment 14 W O W plus Geo B Davia Camp 292 W O W and Glenn Lodge No. 75 I C O F and the Order of Owls Nest No. 1460 O O O addresses Clayton and Wall streets and the Max Joseph building with weekly schedules and officer contacts.
Dr J S Leonhardt of Lincoln Nebraska announces a new inward remedy for piles. Hemroid is sold by H R Palmer and Sons Athens Georgia and all druggists at 1 dollar for a 24 day course. Satisfaction guaranteed. Dr Leonhardt Co Station B Buffalo New York invites readers to write for a booklet.
In Detroit on September 18 the first general conference of United States internal revenue officers began, with 200 to 300 officers attending. The meeting will continue tomorrow to discuss matters aimed at improving the internal revenue service.
A letter from W J J Smith of Bogart Georgia urges support for John B Gamble in the election for solicitor general. The writer details Gamble s self made path from university student to lawyer and public servant, praising his work as county attorney and Democratic executive committeeman while noting his church and Sunday school leadership.
Joseph E. Varela arrives as editor in chief for fall with high hopes and manuscripts piling up. Zack Cowan resigns as governor’s assistant and joins football prep, already working hard to lead a full year. Judge Lynch sets up HQ at Cafe Royal, known for his oratorical fame and strong presence for the coming year.
Kid Woodruff leads Georgia's squad as 1911 training starts at Sanford field. Veterans Maddox Bowden Banklin and Slater return with stars like Lucas Maclain and Wood promising on both lines. Newcomers Harrell Annette Malone Minnehan Tuck and Parrish join. Parrish will rewear the 09 ends glow. Training table, hard work, and cautious public optimism mark Georgia's prospect for a strong season.
Advertises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as prompt effective and pleasant to take. Sold by all dealers.
The University club moves to the Abbott residence on Peachtree Street Atlanta after leasing the property from its current location at Peachtree and Baker. The home, worth about 100000 dollars, features a red brick exterior with stone and terra cotta trim, a front yard, and a rear tennis court. The club, led by President John Marshall Slaton, has 180 resident and 70 nonresident members and will host college receptions and visiting leaders.
In Wilmington on September 18, John Bancroft Jr. sues his wife Made line Du Pont Bancroft and she counters with a divorce action. The case, linked to Alfred T Du Pont’s family, promises sensational publicity. Bancroft questions paternity of the wife’s infant son and names him Max Heilder Jr. as a codefendant. Mrs Bancroft accuses her husband of unfaithfulness and extreme cruelty and pleads not guilty to his charges.
An advertisement states Foley Kidney Pills will help any kidney and bladder trouble or urinary irregularity and urges readers to try them. The product is available at all druggists.
An editorial from Greenville South Carolina urges courteous telephone behavior for faster service. It argues calm, clear speech shortens calls and highlights the people side of the device, noting exchanges train workers to use polite calls and that temper hinders progress.
Rate of 3.20 for Athens to Rome and return authorized for the State Reunion of United Confederate Veterans Georgia Division in Rome on September 20 and 21, 1911. Seaboard Air Line tickets on sale September 18 and 19, good to return by September 24 midnight to reach origin.
Hutchinson Kansas September 18 The Kansas state fair opened under auspicious conditions. The fair marks Kansas semicentennial celebrations and features the largest and best agricultural horticultural and livestock exhibits in the state despite a very dry season. The big day is next Tuesday with President Taft and numerous state governors attending.
A historical notice advertises Chamberlain's Coli Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with castor oil as a sure cure for bowel complaints in children. It claims the remedy is pleasant when diluted and sweetened and says no physician can prescribe a better remedy. available from all dealers.
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