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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1916

Page

5

Auxiliary Mothers Tour Y M C A Building in Athena

The Saturday gathering of about fifty mothers and Ladies' Auxiliary members toured the new Y M C A facility in Athena. They praised the building’s beauty and layout, heard plans to furnish boys rooms including Fellowship Hall and reading area, and discussed a community effort to equip the spaces with furniture and games.

Ladies’ Auxiliary Joel A. Wier Miss Rutherford Athena Parker Forbes Fellowship Hall

Furnishings for dormitory rooms and game area

A detailed listing covers purchases for three rooms including game tables, chairs, cues, and equipment with a grand furnishing total of 599.83. Donations target the men's fellowship hall and dormitories, with memorial gifts suggested and Mrs. Mell naming Rutherford Mell as the first room memorial. Lady auxiliaries plan another meeting and display furniture cuts for donor decisions.

Geo. Mell Rutherford Mell Alban Reed

General Mills Dies After Illness at 60

Major General Albert L. Mills veteran of militia affairs and former president of the Army War College died after a fifteen hour illness. He built West Point and commanded the old Department of the Gulf with headquarters in Atlanta. Secretary Baker praised his work strengthening the National Guard.

Associated Press Washington Albert L. Mills Thejfeeu New West Point Army War College South Department of the Gulf Atlanta Baker Mills National Guard

Card of Thanks from Col. Dean

To the People of the Western circuit. From the bottom of my heart I thank you for the splendid majority in the primary. I pledge faithful and courteous attention to every duty and that my part in enforcing the criminal law will aim for justice, peace, and happiness for every citizen.

Western Circuit

Bank Balance Sheet Fragment with Liabilities and Deposits

Shows capital stock surplus undivided profits and current expenses with liabilities including circulating notes due to reserve cities banks and various deposits. Includes figures for demand deposits certified checks cashier’s checks United States deposits postal savings and certificates of deposit with scattered OCR figures.

U. S U.S Federal Reserve Bank Serve Bank New York Chicago St. Louis Federal Reserve Ania Motes Ans Beleeercen Eee United States Postal Savings

Senatorial District Nominates Hon C O Stevens

The Thirtieth district convention met in the city and elected Joe L Deadwyler as chairman. Delegations approved Stevens and endorsed Wilson's presidency. New executive committee named with members from Clark, Madison, and Oglethorpe counties.

Joe L. Deadwyler Deadwyler Stevens Woodrow Wilson

SINGINGS IN THIS PART OF GEORGIA ON SUNDAY

A regional note records multiple church gatherings in Georgia. The Clarke County Choir sang at Benna Vista church on Nowhere road. The Jackson County Union Choir met at Wood's Camp Ground. The Barrow County Union Singing Choir held a large meeting at Cedar Greek church. A overall “time of singing” characterized the weekend.

Clarke County Benna Vista Nowhere Road Vention Black Creek Church Jackson County Union Choir

Money to Lend on Farm Lands and City Property

Shackelford and Meadow, attorneys, offer to secure both local and foreign money for parties seeking loans on farm lands or improved city property without delay. Shackelford Building.

Shackelford & Meadow Shackelford Building

Tuesday At Michaels New Shirtwaists Arrive In Fresh Show

We announce new shipments of shirtwaists with many styles and fabrics. Georgette crepe waists feature hand embroidery, crepe de chine in white and colors, and plains with feminine touches. Plaid and striped taffetas and messalines offer abundant color options. Early showing promises pleasing selections.

Direct From Japan In Our Negligee Department

A large shipment of strictly Japanese garments arrives in the negligee department on the second floor. The collection includes kimonos, bath robes, dressing coats, ladies pajamas, padded coats, and babies comfortables. Garments feature crepe de chine and satin, flowing sleeves, broad sashes, and embroidery in Japanese motifs. Shoppers note the complete line and early Christmas gift appeal. Underwear section mentioned.

98 Inch Waists Offered at Deep Discounts

The advertisement touts large quantity purchases of waists to secure lower prices. It promises new waists priced from 98 cents to 1.75 dollars and claims savings come from contracting for bulk deliveries at varying intervals.

Sweater fashion urges early shopping this season

The advertisement notes ample in stock sweaters and woolens for winter demand. Buyers secured large shipments this month and warn against delaying purchases. Silk sweaters arrive at 6.50 to 8.50, with various shades and styles available to choose from before buying.

Ar rivals of New Muslin Underwear Opens in Athens

A local advertiser announces a new line of muslin underwear in Athens featuring gowns and teddies at low prices. A hand embroidered wreath trimmed gown priced at 1.25 and hemstitched edge gowns are highlighted as popular and attractive value options.

Athens

Feather novelties headline at Michael’s store

A fashion note highlights new feather novelties arriving at Michael’s including long stoles capes scarves and other items. The message urges readers to visit Monday to see the latest creations and enjoy the daily arrivals.

Michael's

New Silk Shipment Showcases Season’s Finest Fabrics

A large weekly shipment arrives featuring Burgundy Wisteria prune and related purples and reds. Charmeuse Crepe de Chine and clan plaid taffetas arrive in multiple colors with broad striped satin bands. early inspection promised for mutual advantage.

Michael

Fashion Decrees Novelty Silk Hosiery at Michael's

A sale of novelty silk hosiery across $1.00 to $15.00 range highlights light knit prices and diverse styles. Brands include Kaysers McCallums Onyx and Luxite with hand made lace insertions at the higher end. Boot silk hose in white black and other colors are offered at 50 cents per pair.

McCallums Michael’s

Also Mentioned on This Page

D. D. Quillian Maj. Gen. Mills Gulf Col. Dean H. R. Palmer & Sons Georgia National Bank OF Athens Dees Eee State OF Georgia County of Clarke PRN W. P. Brooks W. P Betts J. Wilkins G. Nicholson J. Warren Adam Sanders Cottontown Tenn Foley H. R. Palmer Gons. Adv Will K. Meadow Althens Elbert County A. P. Deadwyler, Boozer Payne, B. R. Condell, and E. B. Heard Oglethorpe County Joel Cloud W. T. Cunningham Madison County T. J. Stevens Chamberlain Georgia Japan Sweater News The New Feather Novelties
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