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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1913
Page
3
Lamar Lyndon, an electric expert and former Athens boy, was selected to advise the Houston mayor on energy policy and infrastructure projects. He will provide technical guidance, supervise project implementation, and liaison with utility agencies.
Lamar Lyndon, electrical engineer of New York City, is contracted by Houston Mayor Ben Campbell to examine the Houston Lighting and Power Company. The $5,000 study will take 60 to 70 days and aims to justify rate reductions and outline costs for a possible municipal plant.
A short ad suggests cholera morbus can be cured quickly using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. Mrs Charles Stewart of Mt Collins New York testifies it cured her husband promptly and notes the remedy costs a quarter and is sold by all dealers.
Athens Railway and Electric Company crews convert cars to prepayment operation with outward folding doors and internal grab handles. Conductor collects exact fare to speed trips, minimize stops, and ensure safety as the new system rolls out. The firm will announce the rollout date and publish simple rules for riders.
The author argues for centralized or federated control of currency backed by commercial paper and aided by clearing houses to prevent money stringencies. Proposes federal incorporation akin to the national bank act and notes medical inspection as a business proposition with potential cost savings in schools.
Virginia coach Rica Warren oversees a disciplined, low-scrimmage pre season with no injuries and a focus on nightly film sessions. Scrimmage plans include restated ends weakness, potential Harris return after Georgetown injury, and Randolph Macon opener approaching.
The note announces the return of Norman Field players to the Colonial arena in two days, signaling a homecoming event for the team and its supporters.
An old advertisement touts Dr King's New Discovery for coughs and lung troubles with a testimonial of recovery from consumption. It promises refunds if ineffective and prices at 50c and 1.00. Also promotes Dr King Life Pills as a safe laxative and notes the rise of psychological clinics in the United States.
Eastern Time timetable leaves Athens, arrives Athens with trains 60 7:20 am 61 9:15 am 52 9:45 am 63 1:25 pm 54 4:05 pm 55 9:00 pm. Trains 60 and 55 run solid between Athens and Augusta.
W F Dorsey announces candidacy for mayor of Athens subject to Democratic primary. H P Hinton enters race for alderman Third ward subject to primary action.
The text records a candidate statement from W. F. Dobbs for alderman in the Athens Third Ward and Hugh H. Gordon for the Fourth Ward in the Democratic primary. It also notes a Fitchburg high school cooperative industrial course group earns about $15,000 annually.
Fresno resident C B Mustoe endorses Chamberlain's Tablets for sick headache and constipation after two years of use. He claims the remedy is the most satisfactory for the trouble and notes it is for sale by all dealers.
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