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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1903
Page
1
Sunday near noon Conductor John Prater fell from a street car at the Washington and Thomas streets curve while collecting fares. He struck his head and back, was dazed, feared concussion, but recovered quickly aboard the car and showed only severe bruises and no lasting injury.
Murray and Mack headline in A Night on Broadway with a 50 member cast led by Charles Murray and Ollie Mack and noted by critics for a strong plot, lavish costumes, and a polished chorus. The show, opening Thursday night October 1, features music by Kerker Morton, book by William Skinner, and lyrics by Edward Campbell, praised as among the season’s best in local theatre.
After a month abroad resting to improve his health Postmaster Wm Fleming has returned to Athens and resumed duties at the post office. He reports being in much better health than when he left and friends are glad to hear of his recovery.
Sam Briscoe and Jack Sorrells, two negro men, are jailed on the charge of burglarizing Reese Kittle's store at Lumpkin and Washington. Flour and other goods disappeared after the break in. Police found the floor at the rear house occupied by the suspects. Officers Sage and Dearing Hill arrested them. they await trial.
Police identify Sidney Chenault, a Black man, as the wheat thief from Dr. W. A. Carlton’s farm after two months of investigation. He was arrested Sunday at Seaboard depot as he entered Gate City, and is held awaiting trial.
Athens shoppers flock to Michael Brothers as silk bargains attract attention. Foulard silks in many patterns drop from 600 750 to 250 a yard, satin foulards at 390, striped and check Taffetas 49c, plain colored Taffetas 69c, fancy plaid Silks and 86 inch Black Taffetas at 1.00.
The State Normal School received a piano valued at four hundred dollars from the Cable Piano Company, aiding the institution by providing a much needed instrument. Also mentions Hood's Sarsaparilla with a testimonial-like claim of curing eruptions.
Mt Vernon Lodge members prepare to dedicate the newly furnished Masons temple in Athens. Worshipful Master W F Dorsey will preside over the Master’s degree as the full degree team attends. The event showcases the hall’s beauty, furnishings, carpet, and color blend, with a public reception planned later to display the lodge to the community.
Clarke Superior Court opens the second Monday in October with eight felony cases on the jail docket and several more on bond. Burkhart faces a forgery charge for allegedly forging B Pickrell's name on a check. Thad Boyd Jr. is charged with murder in the death of his brother in law, while Henry Oliver Boyd awaits a new trial after a prior hanging sentence. Both sides are expected to be ready next month.
The funeral for Miss Kate Mygatt, who died Saturday, was conducted Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock at Oconee cemetery due to Mrs Mygatt's critical condition. A large gathering of friends attended the grave service led by Dr W Walden and Rev A B Reeves.
The West Athens colored school has 156 scholars in one grade causing congestion. The board of education lacks space and a new teacher, resorting to double daily sessions until an extra teacher can be provided.
A brief notice states Peabody of New York is assigned to work at the State Normal Gymnasium. The item highlights a personnel assignment at the state normal school facility.
Sunday at eleven o clock Colbert Chapel was dedicated in Colbert by the Meth odist church. Dr W P Lovejoy preached the dedicatory sermon with great power before a large congregation. The chapel honors Mr J F Colbert, the generous donor who funded the new house of worship.
Under Professor J Orr guidance the Senior daga students create room screens from poplar lumber covered with denim or burlap and patterned with a sten cil design. The project showcases the school's aim of practical useful work alongside ornamental craft.
Visitors to the Northeast Georgia Fair will enjoy a variety of free attractions during the six day event from October 5 to 10. The lineup includes multiple entertainment features suitable for families and individuals.
All railroads entering Athens have granted a rate of one fare for the round trip to the Northeast Georgia Fair. The reduced fare aims to encourage attendance at the regional event statewide.
Glenn Lodge No. 765 invites all Odd Fellows in good standing to a regular meeting this Tuesday evening at seven. Chas T. Young, N.G., G., E., Stone, Reo. Seo.
Dr I F Hopkins pastor of the First Methodist Church announced a Sunday night series on Christian Love from First Corinthians. The first sermon drew a large, attentive congregation and strong interest.
An exhibit at the Big Fair is billed as one of the handsomest. The promo urges use of Piso's Cure for Consumption to cure a cough, priced at 250. Available through all druggists.
A historic storefront ad promotes a large shipment of ladies and children's knit wear, underwear, school pants and shoes, dress goods, hosiery, and house furnishings. It highlights fall styles, new fabrics, and special sale items including 200 pieces of cotton dress goods and a picture sale of 1000 subjects, with prices emphasized.
Due to late season, 81.00 bottles of Globe Tonic are reduced to 50 cents each. Sale offered by H. R. Palmer & Sons and W. J. Smith & Bro with price drop aimed at clearing stock.
Confederate veterans gathered at Stone's Chapel on Baldwin Street for a Sunday meeting led by Major H. H. Carlton with remarks by Rev. M. H. Eakes Col. J. P. Fort Judge E. O. Kinnebrew and J. P. Beara. They agreed to hold services the fourth Sunday each month at four o clock with plans for a new chapel once funds are raised.
Joe Killorn, a speedier and more reliable Georgia gridiron player, hesitates on this year's participation. If he joins, he is expected to star at end, where he excels, potentially boosting Georgia in any position he is asked to fill.
Fall merchandise arrives with discounts on plain broadcloth, merce rized fabrics, and Vigella flannels. Special prices apply to novelty materials, satin finished broadcloth, and mercerized listings. New shipment includes suits coats skirts blouses handbags belts lace stoles and more. Also promotes Chamberlain stomach and liver tablets via local dealers.
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