Meeting Formed by Athens Doctor Leads Georgia Health Officials
Dr James C Bloomfield, president of the Athens board of health, organized a Georgia Association of State and Municipal Health Officials. The annual meeting will be held in Savannah April 15 1913 at 10 am in City Hall with members from state and city boards invited to attend. Dr Hiram Byrd of Florida will address on Leprosy and papers on meningitis food inspection milk analysis and other public health topics are promised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James C. Bloomfield
Athens
Georgia Association of State and Municipal Health Officials
Georgia
Savannah
State Board of Health
Cians
Hiram Byrd
Florida
E. BE. Murphy
Augusta
A.V. Wood
Brunswick
V. H. Bassett
National and American Leagues Begin the Season Yesterday
Umpires call play as sixteen major league clubs start a campaign running until October. NL and AL pennants up for grabs. managers shift with Cushions, Cubs, Reds, and Braves in motion as season opens. Numerous changes in leadership headline a hoped for record season. Brooklyn at Philadelphia and other opening games set the tone. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy advertised as a trusted cough and cold relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Geriea
Chicago Nationals
New York Americans
Highlanders
Murphy
Joany Evers
Cubs
Joel Tinker
Hank O'Day
Cincinnati Reds
Miller
Huggins
Roger Bresnahan
St. Lous Cardinals
Bresnahan
George Stallings
Detroit
Buffalo
Stallings
Boston
Braves
Brooklyn
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Chicago
Athens Wins 1915 Woodmen Convention Site
Thomasville hosts the senior Woodmen of the World gathering as Athens secures the 1915 convention. Eight hundred delegates are anticipated. Athens camp, led by Geo. B. Davis Sr and Jr, boasts 300 members, a brass band, and a strong women’s department with active Chamber of Commerce support led by C. C. Callaway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Grand Lodge
Trade Organization
Woodmen
Athena's
South
Messrs
J. D. Severns
Geo. B
Harry Davis
Gift of $500 Helps Y M C A Meet Current Expenses
A check for $500 from a private donor arrived at the Y M C A after the director's meeting, covering operating expenses. The letter from Athens Georgia dated April 10, 1913, notes the donor’s appreciation of the association’s work and requests the funds be used to advance its mission despite prior financial strains and a recent membership transfer loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Men’s Christian Association of Athens
Association
Forbes
Citizens’ Bank and Trust Company
College Association
Heidler
Athens
Mr. Heidler
Citizens Bank and ‘Trust Company
Negro Holds Up South Carolina Officers With Habeas Corpus Suit
A near twenty four hour pursuit in two states ends with Frank Grey, a negro, facing habeas corpus action after shooting on a public highway in South Carolina. Anderson officers tracked him from Canton to Athens before a local judge freed him pending Saturday’s hearing. Georgia and South Carolina governors may be asked to issue requisitions to return Grey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Frank Grey
Anderson
8. C
Canton
A. G. Thompson
W. M. Strickland
Cannon
Athens
Brooks
T. J. Shackelford
W. M. Smith
Georgia
Palmetto State
City nurse arrives to begin duties for health board
Mrs Whotlock, a special visiting nurse employed by the city for the board of health, has arrived and is at work. She reports ample tasks to tackle at once as she starts her duties in the community health program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buree
Board of Health
Will Case Near Settlement for Mrs Toomer in Athens
The contest of the will of Mrs Annie E Toomer is expected to settle amicably. Executor Dr G T Canning knew nothing of a settlement yet, and a formal agreement is not filed. The case involves major Athens property left to an adopted daughter Mrs Wilson. relatives objected to the testament. A hearing before Judge Orr sustained the will. trial in superior court likely avoided if a settlement is reached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie E. Toomer
G. T. Canning
Athens
Wilson
Orr
Superior Court
Pensions Fund Delivers Immediate Pension Warrants
Atlanta officials report sufficient funds to pay the remaining pension balance of about $156,000. Governor Brown orders the warrant issued for veterans and widows, with 21 counties to receive payments in the coming days. The 1913 appropriation was $1,180,000, now largely expended. no near-term increase expected unless new classes or larger amounts are added.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Speer
Lindsey
Brown
Banks
Butler
Carroll
Clarke
Clinch
Crawford
Franklin
Gilmer
Grady
Greene
Hart
Heard
Jenkins
Johnson
Lincoln
Lumpkin
Taliaferro
Towns
Walker
Wilkinson
Fulton County
Paint sells homes with value and protection
Two good reasons to paint are to look prosperous and to maintain value. A coat costs money but saves more by delaying decay. dry wood and iron cost nothing when kept dry by paint. Devoe paint sold by Talmage Hardware Co. Athens invites more convention ideas.
Peruna and Catarrh Cure Claim Hyperbolic Remedy
A historic ad claims Peruna combined with a laxative form cures chronic constipation and internal catarrh. It asserts long use of laxatives fails until Peruna is revised with a laxative element, promising permanent relief and avoidance of cathartics in future. Notices tout availability and inquiries for the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kat
Ben
Compulsory Education Favored by Sanford
Prof. 8 V Sanford of the University of Georgia calls for compulsory education in Georgia at the earliest date. He cites Germany’s results, notes his post graduate study in Berlin, and says he will study at Oxford University before resuming work at the State University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
8. V. Sanford
University of Georgia
University of Berlin
Germany
Sanford
M. L. Brittain
State University
Oxford University
Raghah
Dr King's New Discovery touted as cure for coughs
A nostalgic testimonial promotes Dr King's New Discovery for coughs and lung troubles. It claims relief from the first dose and features a Muscadine Alabama couple's endorsement. The ad notes the product has 43 years' reputation and lists price 50 cents and 1.00, with local merchants recommending it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
H. Brown
Muscadine
Ala
Silverware stamped with letter D reported stolen
Police urge owners to identify silver tableware engraved with the letter D seized by detectives who believe the pieces were stolen. If you own such items, contact the police.
Electric Bitters Promoted For Stomach And Kidney Ailments
An ad touts Electric Bitters as the best medicine for stomach and kidney issues. It cites a Raleigh, North Carolina user, H. T. Alston, who recovered after starting the tonic, claiming improved health from the first dose. Priced at 50 cents and one dollar, with local recommendations by W. J. Smith & Bro and H. R. Palmer & Sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
H. T. Alston
Raleigh
N. C
W. J. Smith & Bro
J and H. R. Palmer & Sons
Adyt
Grafting Common in the City of Athens
A notice notes many Athens residents graft pecan trees to improve nut production. The piece mentions homes in dense residential areas with multiple fine pecan trees. It also offers a health tip advising Chamberlain's Liniment for rheumatism relief, sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Portons
Chamberlain
All’ Doalora
Height gap: Holman building taller by eleven inches
The article notes an eleven inch difference in roofline levels between two buildings, the Holman and the Sou Mutual Prospective low, with the Holman allegedly higher by eleven inches above ground. If placed side by side on level ground, the Holman would rise about fourteen inches higher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sou Mutual
Holman
Holman Balidin
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promoted for Skin Ailments
The ad touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a quick cure for burns bruises bolls sores inflammations and all skin diseases. It cites L. H. Haflin of Iredell Texas improving from a sore ankle in four days and claims the salve should be in every house at 250. Includes endorsements from W. J. Smith & Bro. and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. H. Haflin
Iredell
Tex
W. J. Smith & Bro
H. Br, Pakmer & Sons
Adyt
Manager Conway Is Holding His Own
The friends of Manager H. C. Cane of the Southern Bell report he is convalescing at home after a serious attack and is readily improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conway
H. C. Caneway
The
Southern Bell
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Endorsed by Sydney Mother
A Sydney reader praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy as effective for a severe cold in her son, noting quick relief after a small bottle. The ad states the remedy is for sale by all dealers and includes other Chamberlains products like Liniment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Mrs. Hl. Silks
Dowling Street
Sydney
Australia
Installing Machinery for New Ice Factory
Mr J F P Jacobs of York Pennsylvania oversees installation of machinery for Mosers Dodds and Ari strong new ice factory in Atl as the city aids the project with steady progress and readiness for operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Fp? Jacobs
York
Heldrler Boys
Atlas
Mosers, Dodds and Aristrong
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Coure
International Harvester Company of America
Th Woodmen of
Thomasville
Rome
Chamber of Commerce
C. C. Callaway
Callaway
Mrs. Whotlock
Thie’ Spetlal' Viatting
Devoe. Talmage Hardware Co
Hartman, M. D
Tate
Geotain
Erie
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