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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1913
Page
2
Myer Stern the president of Athens Savings Bank has written a letter to the Banner opposing the proposed commission government. He argues the plan harms business interests and offers a cautious, progressive view from a longtime Athens merchant and banker.
M Stern urges Athens to reject the proposed commission form, praising current governance as efficient, fiscally prudent, and free of graft. He argues the city prospers without new taxes and warns that replacing the system could raise taxes or burden merchants, urging citizens to stay united.
The Old Standard tonic helps drive out malaria and strengthen the system. It is a true tonic and appetize for all ages including children.
The Athens Savings Bank offers 4 percent interest on savings with compounding on January 1 and July 1. Deposits from $1.00 accepted. Also notes a dress alteration room job at Davidson Nicholson Co. and a stenographer position needing references. Lost item: a baby's white pique carriage robe with blue lining. reward details for return.
Multiple classified notices list real estate for sale rent and loans in Athens Georgia. Items include an eight room Cloverhurst Avenue home, farm on a good road thirty four miles from the city, a small house for rent with boarders, and a bank of jobs including sales manager in Boston. Also offerings of fire insurance, six percent farm land loans, goods from Williamson's grocery, fruit plants and fresh produce, and hotel rooms for rent.
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