Masonic Convention May Become Permanent
The eighth district Masonic convention in the city heard plans for an annual meeting, with a three‑member committee to draft details. Rome and Mt Vernon lodge leaders praised the event, noting large attendance, increased membership interest, and a planned instructional day. The barbecue at the Fair Grounds and the Master Masons Degree enhanced the congenial stop, with many delegates listed from Georgia lodges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada
T. W. Reed
Mt Vernon
Rome
Henry R. Palmer
Mt Vernon Lodge
William P. Dorey
Wreiters
Dorsey
Troy Beatty
W. L. Collier
Cherokee Lodge
No. 66
J. W. van Winkle
Dr. Echols
J. C. B. Weatherford
Ing
Fair Grounds
Maeone
Masonic Hall
Palmer
Mt. Vernon
Mt. Vernon Lodge
Testimonial for Chamberlain Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy
A Georgia reader from Concord recounts a severe measles relapse after rain exposure and credits Chamberlain Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with his recovery. The note praises the remedy and lists multiple local druggists in Warren, Athens, and surrounding areas as sellers alongside DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills Ad
Advertisement for De Witt's Kidney and Bladder Pills claiming relief for weak kidneys backache and bladder inflammation. Mentions Bromnly seers frostyers and urinary troubles with emphasis on the pills' effectiveness and broad usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
de Witt
Man-Stabbing Incident At Athens Manufacturing Plant
John Ashley stabbed Camilla Langford, fourteen, at the Athens Manufacturing Company plant after threatening to put a frog on her. Nellie Hammond was involved. both girls told officers the same account. The wound was painful but not serious. Camilla will resume work in a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Ashley
Athens
Camilla Langford
D. L. Cook
H. N. Thomas
Mr. Cheney
Nellie Hammond
Hammond
Langford
Georgia's Gain Forty Millions
Atlanta August 14. County tax returns rise faster than expected with 121 counties reporting net gains of 33.65 million in tax valuations over last year and 114 showing gains of 34.74 million while 17 counties incur losses totaling 1.08 million. If trends continue total gains may reach 40 million, potentially matching last year's total.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Comptroller General
Central AOA investigation passed by Georgia legislature
Atlanta Ga August 14 Special The house approved 122 to 0 a resolution to appoint three house members and two senate members to investigate the sale of the Central and to determine if it is now held by the Southern or any other corporation or individuals in restraint of restraint of re petition and in violation of the constitution The committee must report to the governor and to the senate and house next year
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
House
Senate
Otsego Journal Endorsement for Dr King’s New Discovery
William M. Diets, editor of the Otsego Journal Gilbertsville N Y, recommends Dr King’s New Discovery as an infallible cough and cold remedy and lung throat disease cure. The ad notes it is guaranteed to please, from W J Smith & Bro and H R Palmer & Bona drug stores, price 60 cents and one dollar, trial bottle free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otsego County
Wm. M. Diets
Otsego
Gilbertsville
Dr. King
W. J. Smith & Bro
H. R. Palmer & Bona Drug Store
Lightning Storm Slays Mules and Hogs at Empire State Farm
A severe afternoon rainstorm and lightning killed three mules two hogs and a chicken at the Empire State Chemical Company farm near its plant. The chicken’s gizzard was ripped out and thrown away. A nearby telephone pole struck by lightning caused a severe shock to Clerk E J Crawford and Judge Geree C Thomas who recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Crawford
Thomas
Empire State Chemical Company
E. J. ‘Crawford
Geree C. Thomas
Georgia House Passes Bills for University and Normal Schools
The Georgia House approved measures to allocate ten thousand dollars for Old College repairs on the University campus, fifteen thousand dollars for a heating plant and repairs at the State Normal School, funds for building repairs at Milledgeville's Girls' Normal School, and five thousand dollars for Carnegie Library equipment at the Tech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Old College
State Normal School
Girls’ Normal School
Milledgeville
Carnegie Library
The
Tech
Back Pain Relief Endorsed by Atlanta Cabinet-Maker
H C Hanson of 2512 Mitchell St Atlanta testifies that years of backache and kidney trouble vanished within forty eight hours of taking Doan's Kidney Pills. He cites reduced pain, improved kidney secretions, and renewed ability to work. Stores promote the remedy with local testimonials. Remember the name Doan's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
H. C. Hanson
Mitchell Street
Atlanta
Athens
H. R. Palmer & Son
Frice
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Solu Agenta
United States
Doan
Disfranchisement bill passes Georgia house by large vote
The Georgia House approved a negro disfranchisement bill by 159 to 16 after a long debate with about twenty five amendments offered. The measure imposes new registration limits under a good character clause and a landholding provision while a Wise amendment to extend registration time was adopted. The bill moves to the Senate for concurrence before the governor's signature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
House of Representatives
Wise
Fayette
House
Messrs
Berry
Crumbley
Fullbright
Galloway
Geer
Godley
Goote
Hall
Howard
Huff
Johnson
Jasper
Lumsden
Neel
Nowell
Rogers
Stephens
Barrett
Barrow
Ellison
Maxwell
Payton
Simmons
Tift
Slaton
Senate
Democratic Party
Georgia
McIntosh
Mr. Hines
Baldwin
Hines
Wright
Richmont
United States
Mr. Wright
Floyd
Mr. Estes
Pierce
Hull
Monroe
Hufl
Lumpkin
Lumpkin County
Tennessee
Sherman
Southland
North Georgia
Slade
Muscogee
Butt
Fannin
Tyeon
Emanuel
Worth
Blood Balm Promises Cure for Various Ailments
An advertisement for Botanic Blood Balm claims permanent cures for pains, itching skin diseases, and blood disorders. It lists symptoms such as ulcers, skin eruptions, swollen glands, and nervous debility, asserting the remedy purifies blood and strengthens kidneys and stomachs. Sample offered free by Blood Balm Co in Atlanta, priced $1 per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Writing Blood Balm Co
Atlanta, Ga
Lawmakers Pass Voting Bill After Amendments Debated
Richmond lawmakers debated amendments to a voting bill with warnings to defeat calls for aye and no votes. A key Wise amendment to remove time limits on good character registration passed 174 to 3 while others failed. The bill survived 159 to 16 as the clock struck two.
Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
For impaired appetite improve the appetite and digestion try a few doses of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. Mr J H Seitz of Detroit says they restored his appetite relieved bloated feeling and caused a pleasant movement of the bowels. Price 26c Samples free. H R Palmer & Sons Warren J Smith & Bro L P Canning B C McEvoy Orr Drug Company.
Dupont Guerry Urges Ten Thousand Club Tax Action
Atlanta August 14. Hon Dupont Guerry Macon speaks to Senate finance committee urging a ten thousand dollar tax on clubs permitting liquor on premises. He expects strong fight from prohibition members. Also H H R Perry reports urging passage of occupation tax one percent on railroad receipts. John Skelton Williams opposes, warning Seaboard Air Line could face receivership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Dupont Guerry
Macon
Senate Finance Committee
Senate
Prohibition
H. H R. Perry
Hall
Life Insurance Pitch For Summer Health Plan
A vintage ad offers life insurance style prompt for twenty five cents to cover family risks from summer colic diarrhoea or attacks. It promotes Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a life saving medicine. Sold by H B Palmer Sons Warren J Smith Bro L P Canning E Islade Orr Drug Co Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Sam H. Gwin
Concord
H. R. Palmer & Sons
Warren J. Smith & Bro
L.P. Canning
E. C. McEvoy
Orr Drug Company
Athens
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B. F. Ingram
Buckhead
E. A. Lewis
Lulatown
O. L. Teasley
Bowman
W. A. Wheeler
Greensboro
Watkinsville
M. F. Whitehead
High ‘Shoals
W. 8. Threlkeld
Comer
W. L. Wilson
Danielsville
J. P. Dove
J. F. B. Nixon
Davison Lodge
J. L. Daniels
Bogart
B. R. Bray
J. T. Bowen
E. H. Bryant
Maxeys
G. H. Weatherbee
Ww. P. Lumpkin
Maxey’s
E. O. Young
A. J. Gillen
W. F. Gilham
J. H. Crow
Commerce
J. H. Parttain
Carneaville
J. T. Noel
W. A. Slay
P. V. Rice
Beck
Morle
AOA
Legislative Committee
University
State Normal
Fulbright
Burke
Walton
Bible
Willams
Laurens
Kendrick
Taliaferro
Dunbar
Richmond
Ryals
Fayettte
Representative Rogers
Dupot Guerry
John Skelton Williams
Seaboard Air Line
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