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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1905

Page

7

Cuticura Soap The Worlds Greatest Skin Soap Ad

Cuticura Soap praised as the world’s greatest skin soap and together with Cuticura Ointment for skin purification beauty scalp dandruff hair loss and soothing hands. Claims its emollient cleansing scent and toilet nursery uses surpass all other soaps including foreign and domestic rivals. Includes endorsement by Puitier Drag & Chem Corp and accompanying branding phrases.

Uesg & Chem Puitier Drag & Chem. Corp

Jenkins Body Found Near Macon in Ambush Killing

James Jenkins a 55 year old farmer living near the old Macon and Atlantic Junction was shot dead in an ambush on Swift Creek six miles from Macon. A search party found the body as a mule continued the buggy journey home. Sheriff Robertson led deputies in a manhunt with arrests not yet made. Neighbors assisted in the extensive search amid high local tension.

Macon Aug James Jenkins Atlantic Junction Swift Creek Jenkins Roberston

Fight Over Local Option In Georgia Temperance Committee

Atlanta August 1. A heated temperance committee clash over a bill by Mr. Buchanan to hold local option elections in counties with the dispensary system. The measure would allow dry or retain options after a petition from one third of voters, with four year limits on further elections. The committee approved the bill 6 to 4, and Mr. Bush stormed out vowing not to attend further meetings.

Atlanta House Temperance Committee Buchanan Bush Miller Covington Colquitt Temperance Committee

Georgia chamber of commerce meet set for August in Savannah

Georgia state chamber of commerce planning its first meeting with August 12 suggested as the date. Savannah extends a formal invitation to all cities and towns in the organization to hold the gathering there. President Arthur Dasher and Secretary Buene Anderson oversee outreach to attract smaller towns into a unified effort for fair freight rates.

Macon Georgia State Chamber of Commerce Savannah Arthur Dasher Dasher Buene Anderson State Chamber of Commerce

England to stand firm by Japan at Washington talks

Washington dispatch says Japan will win sympathetic approval from Great Britain for its peace terms. Britain remains firm in support of Japan, despite calls from Washington for moderation and an armistice. Britain shows no intent to assist Washington in pressing a ceasefire.

Washington Japan Great Britain London Russia

Peculiar Disappearance of Painful Symptoms Reported

J D Runyan of Butlerville Ohio credits Dr Kings New Life Pills with relieving indigestion dizziness sour stomach headache and constipation. The product is guaranteed at local drug stores with a price of 66 cents.

J. D. Runyan Butlerville Dr. King H. B. Palmer & Gous J. Solth & Pro

Old Volcano Near Ft Arbuckle Draws Sightseers

Davis Oklahoma reports Burning Mountain in the Arbuckle Mountains near Dougherty and Davis. The smoldering asphaltum volcano, known as the Arbuckle freak, emits smoke visible from distant peaks. A nearby cave and an underground river with fish entice a planned exploration by local businessmen.

Arbuckle Mountains California Colorado Arbuckle Range Old Ft. Arbuckle Burning Mountain Santa Fe Davis Daugherty Dougherty Washita River Buring Mountain South Sea Islands I. T.) Cor New York

Summer bowel issues in children urged to use Chamberlains remedy

In hot summer months early signs of loose bowels in children require prompt care. Treat with Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, then a castor oil purge. Rev M O Stockland of Little Falls Minnesota endorses the remedy for summer child disorders. Sold by local druggists in Athens and Athona.

M. O. Stockland M. EB Little Falls Minn

Southern states urged to create own insurance firms

J T Dargan of the Atlanta Birmingham Fire Insurance Company pushes South to build its own fire insurance industry. He notes vast nonresident premiums drain Southern money and argues Southern stock and mutual firms should grow locally. The piece cites 1905 data showing most Southern fire premiums go to northern companies and asks why Hartford dominates and how Southern banks could use local funds.

South West Baltimore East New York J. T. Dargan Atlanta-Birmingham Fire Insurance Company Atlanta Spectator Company South Carolina Southern Mutual Hartford Connecticut Charleston Savannah Shana Composi

Darktown Circus Burlesque by Magnificent Minstrels

A minstrel show offers a novel burlesque titled The Darktown Circus directed by Al. G. Field. It promises circus stage atmosphere with idealized scenery, electrical effects, and a lineup including clowns, side show features, and animal acts in a lively, humorous performance.

Darktown Circus Donnelly & Hatfield Magnificent Minstrels al. G. Field Beast

Witness Recalls Davidson Dismissal Over Language

A witness testifies that Mr. Davidson dismissed him after a confrontation in which the employer used language the worker could not overlook. The exchange includes a line about returning home with one’s pay and being told to leave. A mix of clippings discusses insurance, rates, and rents in a broader economic context.

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Beautiful Tribute to Secretary Hay Highlights His Privates Life

The article praises John Hay as a companionable man and master of English, noting his modesty and influence. It contrasts his public role with beloved private verses like Little Breeches and Ben Bolt, and reflects on simplicity in art and the enduring appeal of tender sentiment. It also mentions Bucklow's Arnica Salve and a New Orleans note on dyeing and finishing touches.

John Hay Mr. Hay Shelby M. Cullom Hay Thomas Dunn Ben Bolt Engliah Ife

Ben Bolt And Sweet Alice In Frontier Memories

A reflective piece recalls the 1842 poem Ben Bolt and the 1848 melody as a bridge to childhood on the prairie. It discusses a storm rescue tale of a child named Breeches, the olive of angels, and enduring friendship quoted by Thomas Dunn English. The essay ties memories of cabins, mills, and school to a belief that true bonds remain unchanged across generations.

Ben Bolt Cincinnati Sweet Alice Alice Bon Bolt Thomas Dunn English

Electric Bitters Cited As Cure For Stomach Liver Kidneys

Public interest grows over Electric Bitters with Mary L Walters of Columbus Ohio praising its curative effects after months of illness. She says fever and ague, restless nerves, insomnia, and weak stomach vanished after starting the tonic. Product sold by H R Palmer Sons and W J Smith Bro at 60 cents.

Wm. Bedell Flat Rock Mich H. R. Palmer, & Sopp W. J. Smith & Bro Mary HL. Walters St. Clair Ave Columbus H. R. Palmer & Sons

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TRE McGregor Press W McGregor Ah As Cole Company Lumpkin and Washington Sts GUN and Locksmiths Heyeles Georgia Chamber OF Commerce England FT. Arbuckle Southern Insurance Company Kali Works New Yort Namsan St Tommy Donnelly Athens Philadelphia New Orleans Sale Sea Brecehies Richard L. , Metcalf Deuce Cleveland
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