Land Owners and Tenants Tie In For Farm Lease Reform
The Banner reports a planned August 27 meeting of landowners and tenant farmers to discuss better lease contracts for farm life. Prominent locals from Col M G Michael to W F Dorsey pledge support, citing improved cooperation, long leases, and steadier farm yields across Clarke County. City business leaders and farmers foresee strong turnout and lasting impact on farming contracts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. G. Michael
Seil
Clarke
Harry Hodgson
Empire State Chemical Company
W. F. Dorsey
Jack
Jackson
Holman
Will G. Griffeth
Griffeth’ S Implement Company
Peter Barry
Green County
Walter Mathews
Clarke County
Clarke County and the Surrounding Territory For the 27Th. Mr. Mathews
Athens
Thomas R. Crawford
Andrew Erwin
Chamber of Commerce
Callgway
Ta Chamber of Commerce
Athens Chamber of Commerce
Col
T. J. Shackelford
South Georgia
Jefferson Court
Farm Paper
Doan’s Kidney Pills Endorsement From Athens Resident
A public statement from Mrs. T. W. Yarbrough of 257 River St Athens Ga praises Doan’s Kidney Pills for kidney trouble. She says after three boxes her back pain and symptoms subsided and she has remained well for years. The ad notes price 50 cents and Fo ster Millburn Co Buffalo NY as U S sole agents and warns to remember the same Doan’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
T. W. Yarbrough
River St
Doan
Eale
Foeter Millburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Donn
Parcel Post Weight Increase in First and Second Zones
The Postmaster General orders August 15 1913 higher parcel weights for fourth class mail in the first and second zones. Rates set at five cents for the first pound and one cent per additional two pounds for parcels over four ounces. Local delivery rules and wrap requirements noted.
University Boy Explains The Dog Days Star Sirius
University boy explains that Sirius the dog star is not blazing in the night sky during the dog days. He notes Sirius rises with the sun, is invisible from Earth, and the bright object near the meridian is a planet not a star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University
A. B. Bernd
Sirius
Macon
Solar System
Earth
Doctors Pellagra to be theme at Elberton medical meeting
Doct ors Pellagra will be a special theme of a series of papers read by leading physicians at the Eight District Medical Association annual meeting in Elberton on the 20th of this month. Observations by experts cover cases involving well known parents and give personal experiences. Elberton plans social entertainments for visitors and Clarke County Medical Society is expected to attend. Officers: Dr. W. T. Travis president, Dr. C. C. King vice president, Dr. Edward M. Coleman secretary treasurer, Dr. I. H. Goss district counsellor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eight District Medical Association
Elberton
Clarke County Medical Society
Association of the District
W. T. Travis
Covington
C. C. King
White Plains
Edward M. Coleman
Athens
I. H. Goss
State Medical Association
Good Reason for His Enthusiasm for a Remedy
A testimonial notes rapid relief from severe bowel complaints after a few doses of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. The writer claims it never fails and urges trials when in need. Sold by all dealers.
Bremen Firm on Cotton Condition Reported from Bremen
The Bremen firm L. Otten & Co. notes no major change in cotton market since June 23. Undisposed stock down, low grades sold cheaply to clear stock before new crop moves. Balkan events eased trade impact, demand expected to rise later at lower prices. Estimated cotton consumption for next season exceeds 15 million bales. Texas shippers probing early sailings with limited results. Bremen July 23, 1913.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bremen
Germany
L. Otten & Co
Balkan
Texas
Funeral of Col W H Morton Largely Attended
Sunday funeral services for Col W H Morton were led by Rev A J Sears with hundreds of friends and neighbors in attendance. Tributes praised his honesty, intelligence and piety as his earthly remains were laid to rest. Also included is an advertisement urging Chamberlains Tablets to aid bowel regularity to prevent ailments caused by constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Morton
A. J. Sears
Mother Earth
Funeral for Mrs H C Carter Held Sunday
Sunday afternoon at four o clock the funeral of Mrs H C Carter was held at the Grady avenue home of her son. Rev Dr John E White led the services with assistance from Rev Jarrell and Rev Cartledge. Floral tributes reflected friends love and the brief talks offered comfort in the belief she has entered the heavenly kingdom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. C. Carter
Grady Avenue
John E. White
Messrs. Jarrell
Cartledge
Heavenly Kingdom
Minister Praises New Life Pills in Allison Ad
Rev H Stubenwoll of Allison Iowa extols Dr Kings New Life Pills for constipation calling them perfect pills no home be without them and best for the liver and bowels. Every pill guaranteed. Price 26c at W J Smith & Bro and H R Palmer & Sons. Ady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Stubenwoll
Allison
Dr. King
W. J. Smith E Bro
H. R. Palmer & Sons
oAdy
Fifty Years Sufferer Cured by Hobson’s Eczema Ointment
Mrs D L Kenney reports a fifty year struggle with eczema ending in a cure by Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment. The letter praises relief from the long standing itch and burning. Sold by all druggists or by mail from Pfeiffer Chemical Co. Philadelphia.
Rural Carriers to Seek Higher Pay Nationwide
Special to the banner from Grand Rapids Michigan reports the Michigan Association of Rural Free Delivery Carriers opening its annual convention with a campaign to raise rural carrier salaries. They favor increasing the daily wage from 1100 to 1200 dollars and adding 300 dollars for horse or motor car hire. The note mentions schooling for children this fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Rapids, Mich
Michigan Association of Rural Free Delivery Carriers
The Great Antiseptic Pain Relier for Man and Beast
An 19th century patent medicine claim extols a liniment for man and beast. It promises relief from boils strains and udder soreness with oils that soak to the bone and banish pain.
Notable Farmer Commended in Graexsnoro GA
Comended by a farmer in Graexsnoro Georgia recounts a long ago incident where the speaker recalls someone entering their home and notes concern for any injuries. The fragmentary text hints at a protective or accusatory context but lacks full details.
Georgia Horticultural Society plans annual Clayton meeting
Experts prepare for the oldest horticultural society in the South the Georgia Horticultural Society to hold its Aug 19 20 Clayton meeting in North Georgia apple country. State and regional horticultural leaders including C C Newman James D Price H R Hart E J Watson B F Cole R Berkmans B W Hunt Dr T H McHatton and J B Wright will headline along with local officials. The Clayton venue near Tallulah Falls promises a large attendance and mountain attractions.
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Georgia Horticultural Society
Clay+ton
North Georgia
C. C. Newman
Horticultural Department
Clemson College
James D. Price
H. R. Hart
The
Tennessee Horticultural Society
E. J. Watson
South Carolina
B. F. Cole
Southern Railway
R. ©. Berkmans
Augusta
B. W. Hunt
Bate Onton
T. H. McHatton
Georgia State College of Agriculture
J. B. Wright
Cairo
Clayton
Tallulah Falla
Bucklen's Amica Salve touted as instant pain remedy
An advertisement claims The Best Pain Killer Bucklen's Amica Salve instantly removes pain from cuts bruises sprains and other skin injuries. It cites BL Chamberlain of Clinton Mesaye praising its healing, notes availability through W J Smith & Bro and H R Palmer & Sons, and hints at better coal rates for Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Clinton
Mesaye
W. J. Smith & Bro
H. R. Palmer & Sons
Remarkable Cure of Dysentery Report
A patient recounts a severe dysentery attack starting July 15 and failing with doctor’s remedies. Weight fell from 214 to 226 pounds and the subject struggled to work. After about two days, a cure was achieved using a specific medicine, restoring strength and health.
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Home and Farmstead
C. B. GriMth
OF the Postmaster General
Canis Major
Heavans
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Mediterranean
Eighth District Medical Association
Col. Morton
Mio
R. C. Carter
Pfeiffer Chemical CO
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Philadelphia, Pa
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