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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1903

Page

7

Hancock County Teachers to Attend University Summer School

Hancock County Superintendent M L Duggan has opted to send county teachers to the University of Georgia Summer School in Athens, replacing a local institute. The Banner lauds Duggan and urges other Georgia counties to follow, noting lower costs and proximity compared to out of state programs. Also included is a testimonial for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy from Chas M Cramer of Colombo Ceylon, noting its effectiveness for children's coughs and hoarseness.

Coun Chancellor Hill University University of Georgia M. L. Duggan Hancock County Duggan Georgia Florida Alabama The University Summer School Athens Chamberlain Chas. M. Cramer Colombo Ceylon Ail Drogalste

Will Run Trains Into New Depot In Atlanta

Atlanta April 15 authorities announce that the Seaboard Air Line will join the Southern Central of Georgia and Atlanta and West Point in using the new Mitchell street passenger station built by the Atlanta Terminal Company. Seaboard trains will travel from Howell’s Station to Atlanta via Nebelt’s line, with a Seaboard route planned from Rockmart to Atlanta.

Atlanta Seaboard Howell's Nebelt That Road Rockmart Tato

Stewart Talks of University Work

A report in The Constitution outlines J S Stewart visiting to discuss Georgia university outreach as state agent elect. He plans to promote higher education benefits to Georgians and encourage youth to pursue college training across all university institutions. Stewart may accept the role after Dahlonega term ends, with duties starting later. A separate Leesville case notes Dr King's New Discovery aiding W H Brown in saving a life from a near death, praised for respiratory relief and cures. Trial bottles offered.

J. S. Stewart J. 8. Stewart Dah Lonega Macon Stewart Georgia Educational Association Atate Agent Recently Created By the Board of University Medical School Tech Girl's Normal Dahlonega School Athens Georgia Leesville Ind W. H. Brown W. J. Smith & Bro H. Kh. Palmer & Sone

Sanford With A Fine Record In Public Schools

Professor 8 V Sanford longtime Marietta public schools superintendent and new English instructor at the State University is praised for his talent and success. He declined the deputy commissioner post when offered by Merritt. Also mentions a nasal catarrh remedy Ely Cream Balm priced at 50 cents with mail orders from Ely Brothers.

8. V. Sanford Marietta Public Schools State University Sanford Macon Shelton P. Sanford Mercer University Mercer Hoe Merritt Ely Ely Brothers Warren Street New York

Citizen Talks About New Hotel in Athens

A prominent citizen told a Banner representative he favors erecting a new hotel on a current site if an arrangement can be made. If not, he urges the Chamber of Commerce to select another site and raise funds by subscription to provide Athens with a large, up-to-date hotel. He believes the people will contribute whatever is needed to satisfy all and advance the city’s interests.

Chamber of Commerce Lunds Athens Som Athena

Clifton Flour Promises Superior Bread Satisfaction

Wingfield Cash Grocery touts Clifton flour claiming it makes more bread and better bread, delivering greater satisfaction than any other flour on the market.

Clifton Wingfield Cash Grocery

Postponed field day on Herty Field due to bad weather

The annual field day scheduled for Wednesday at Herty Field was moved to Monday afternoon because rain and heavy track conditions made practice and events impractical. Entries listed include mile run, 100 yard dash, pole vault, broad jump, and more with participants such as Ron Holsendorf, Baxter, Dearing, and England among others. A separate testimonial touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm curing muscular rheumatism for Sallie Harris of Salem New Jersey.

ron—Holsendorf Harper Ward Roberts T. Barrow Nunnally Hitch Dash Baxter Dearing Watkins Anderson J. D. Bower Dorsey Broad Jamp Blount dash—Baxter W. E. Ragan Chamberlain Sallie Harri Salem N. J Att Droggiata

Goebel murder trial witness Cecil testifies in Kentucky

Frankfort Ky April 15 Frank Cecil first new witness in the Goebel murder trial testified that Caleb Powers adopted the plan to kill Goebel and offered 2500 of campaign funds and a pardon to the killer Taylor allegedly demanded Goebel be killed or he would be robbed Cecil said he refused involvement and was in Taylor's office when the claim was made He described later events including seeing Harlan Whittaker arrested and considering aiding his removal.

Frankfort Frank Cecil Howard Goebel Commonwealth Franklin Cecil California Honoluhu Cashon Golden Broughton Caleb Powers Henry Broughton Powers Secretary of State Cuil Tarlor Taylor Harlan Whittaker Whitaker

Sunday Law Debate Splits Athens Citizens

The Banner notes broad disagreement on enforcing Sunday laws. Merchants like soda fountains, milk wagons, and street peddlers face closure debates. A prominent citizen warns closing soda outlets may drive drinkers to stronger liquor, while endorsing Athens as morally sound. Law officers urged impartial enforcement without favoritism amid arrests.

City Hall Bonds Sale Planned by Finance Committee

The city council finance committee moves to advertise and float city hall bonds within weeks at satisfactory figures. A bidder who previously submitted a bid has written Mayor Rhbates expressing interest and will submit another bid when appropriate.

Oil For The Body Emulsion advertising claim

An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as essential nourishment for wasting diseases. It likens the body to a machine and asserts the product feeds and strengthens when ordinary food fails, endorsed by doctors as beneficial for the sick and the well alike.

Scott

Free Sample Offer Lets Requestors Claim Compliment

The notice advertises a comple free upon request by Scott and Bowne located at 409 Pearl Street New York. It promises a free sample to those who inquire, a common mid 19th century marketing tactic.

Scott & Bowne Pearl Street New

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