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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1911

Page

2

Opened sealed letter sparks Georgia political row

The article recalls a past governor race controversy over a sealed communication between Governor Smith and the Georgia Senate. President Slaton claims he lawfully opened the sealed note to reveal a misstep in an appointment. He argues such openings follow custom and that publicity of nominees is standard. Senators discuss proper handling of executive communications and vacancies amid party tensions.

Polit Ucal Georgia Gov. Smith Senate Smith Slaton Deveropmenth Akin Flynt Northen Executive Department Brown T. J. Shackelford Athens Thia Shackelford W. J. Harris New Jersey Pasa United States

Grazing Out Tale Exposes Police Text Confusion

A long garbled account explains a police term grazing out as a practice where officers use a suspicious boy for routine tasks and exercise. A colored youth is picked up, then placed with a work contract at a local home, leading to a country officer reclaiming the boy and earning a reward. The episode ends with officers realizing their grazing out was misused and their control loosened.

Minions of the Law Bob

Rast's son speaks at Quitman Farmers Institute

In Quitman Georgia on August 22 special report notes W W Rast chair man introduces his son L E B Rast as the first speaker. L E B Rast, a graduate of the State Agricultural College, tutors in agronomy and tours with college experts this summer. He spoke on fertilizers and impressed farmers with practical college achievements for rural districts. Also Irwin Davis, another county youth, enters the State College of Agriculture to study farming under family plans. J G Stanley, named trustee for the Eleventh District Agricultural School, is praised as a practical farmer supporting farming education statewide.

Quitman Farmers’ Institute W. W. Rast L. EB. Rast State College Irwin Davis Jeff Davis State College of Agriculture J. G. Stanley Brooks County

Des Moines Woman Cured After Bowel Illness with Remedy

A well known Des Moines woman endured two days of severe bowel distress and found cure after a single dose of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. The advertisement promotes it as a universal remedy available from all dealers.

Des Moines

Insurance Commissioners Meet in Milwaukee

Milwaukee August 22 news reports the annual session of the national convention of Insurance commissioners opening in the city. Commissioners deputies and actuaries from nearly every state attend as reforms in industrial insurance are set to dominate discussions. Investigations show some companies mismanage or shortchange claims, diverting funds to boost dividends and surplus for shareholders.

Nsurance Milwaukee Wis National Convention of Insurance Commissioners Said

Kidney Health Now: Foley Kidney Pills Advised

Do not let kidney and bladder trouble worsen beyond medicine reach. Foley Kidney Pills offer quick results and stop irregularities with surprising promptness. For sale by all drug stores.

All Drugeta

Stamp Exhibition Opens in Chicago for 25th Anniversary

The twenty fifth anniversary exhibition of the American Philatelic Society opens in Chicago today and will run through the rest of the week. A notable gathering of stamp collectors from across the United States and Canada is in attendance.

Chicago Ill American Philatelic Society United States Canada

Ely's Liquid Cream Balm for Nasal Catarrh Remedy

An in advertorial notice promoting Ely's Liquid Cream Balm as an effective atomizer spray for nasal catarrh hay fever and colds. It claims parity with the solid Cream Balm and cites relief after the first spray, with pricing 75 cents and mail order from Ely Bros New York.

Ely Ely Bros Warren St New York

Foley Kidney Pills Restore Man to Work

A Streator man with kidney and bladder trouble suffered lost time and pay until he used Foley Kidney Pills. He reports rapid improvement, returning to work and feeling healthier than before. Sold by all druggists, free of charge to workers.

M. Balent Foley All Draggiste

Foley Kidney Pills Offer Quick Relief for Women's Ailments

An old advertisement claims daily pains in women stem from kidney and bladder trouble. It asserts Foley Kidney Pills provide fast relief from backache, headache, nervousness, poor sleep, and loss of appetite, promising a return to health and strength.

Foley Foley Kidney

Dr Thompson Preaches at Durham Church

Rev C J Thompson former pastor of Jackson Hill Baptist Atlanta preached to Durham's First Baptist Church twice. He left Durham in 1908 for Atlanta and was followed by Rev J Lynch who departs Sept 1 for Athens Georgia to take over.

Durham N. C C. J. Thompson Jackson Hill Atlanta First Baptist Thompson J. Lynch Athens Mr. Lynch Mr. Thompson Virginia

Remedy for Diarrhoea Promises Quick Cure

An ordinary case of diarrhoea can be cured by a single dose of Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. This remedy has superiority for bowel complaints and easy use by all deslers.

New Hampshire Day in Oregon at Astoria Centennial

Astoria Oregon August 22 New Hampshire Day was celebrated at the Astoria Centennial with exercises highlighting the Granite State s role in the settlement and development of the Pacific Northwest.

Astoria Ore New Hampshire Granite State Pacific Northwest

Hay Fever Relief with Foley's Honey and Tar Compound

E M Stewart of 1034 Wolfram Street Chicago reports great relief from hay fever and summer colds using Foley's Honey and Tar Compound. Many others suffering similar symptoms could benefit from his experience. Sold by all druggists.

Foley E. M. Stewart Wolfram St Chicago Stewart

Governor vetoes auditor bill amid funding and machinery concerns

Special to The Banner reports Governor Smith vetoed the legislature passed state auditor bill. He warned no funds or machinery are provided, no salaries or assistants defined, risking paralyzing state operations. The veto follows earlier action on the W and A Commission matter. He outlines explicit shortcomings of the measure.

Atlanta Smith Joe Hill Hall W. & A Commission

Bar Harbor Holds Annual Horse Show At Robin Park

Bar Harbor Me August 22 The golf links tennis courts and yachts were deserted today for the field at Robin Park where Bar Harbor's annual horse show opened under promising conditions. Exhibits meet metropolitan standards and judging and prize awards begin this afternoon and continue through next Thursday.

Bar Harbor Robin Park

Thirty Years Together Shows King’s Now Discovery Enduring

Thos Ariss of Concord Michigan praises Dr King’s Now Discovery after 30 years of use calling it the best cough and cold cure. He notes families have used it forty years and claims it treats lurgippe asthma bay fever croup quinsy or gore lungs. Price 50c and 1.00 with trial bottle free and guarantee by W J Smith & Bro and H B Palmer & Sons.

Thos. Ariss Concord Mich W. J Smith & Bro H. BR. Palmer & Sons

Bronson and Deshler Set for Ten Round Bout in Indianapolis

Ray Bronson of Indianapolis and Boston boxer Dave Deshler have finished training for their ten round fight in Indianapolis tomorrow night. Both come in excellent condition after two previous twelve round draws in Boston in 1909. They are regarded as evenly matched and expected to deliver an interesting contest.

Indianapolis Ind Ray Bronson Dave Deshler Boston

A King Who Left Home Keeps At Home the King of Lazatives

Buffalo New York man Paul Mathulka says he always keeps Dr. King's New Life Pills at home. The remedy cures constipation headache indigestion and dyspepsia. Available for 25 cents at W. J. Smith & Bro and H fi Palmer & Sons.

Paul Mathulka Buffalo N. Y Dr. King W. J. Smith & Bro H Fi. Palmer & Sons

California Stands Treat At Open House Demo

San Francisco hosts the national convention with open house day as ten thousand gallons of wine and carloads of California fruit are freely dispensed. The city and state receive praise as visitors sample soil and liquid refreshments.

California San Francisco Cal

Healing remedy praised as equal to all injuries

A quotation extols a healing remedy as robbing pain from cuts, corns, bruises, sprains, and injuries, calling it unsurpassed. The note mentions a price of 85e at W. J. aerene.

W. J. Aerene

Consecration of Father Gunn in Atlanta

Catholic leaders gather in Atlanta for the consecration of Father Joan E. Gunn as bishop of Natchez Miss on August 29 at Sacred Heart Church from 9 to 12. The event draws many priests bishops and non-Catholic admirers with two receptions planned. Funds raised exceed 3500 toward vestments and gifts for the new bishop as the city bids farewell to a pastor who built up the church and a parish school.

Atlanta Joan E. Gunn Sacred Heart Church Natchez Miss Jack Spalding Peter F. Clarke Father Gunn Sacred Heartewuren Father Gibbons Avanta Marist College Marist Society Guno Father Sapier New Orleans Picayune Marlat College

Minnesota Temperance Rally Opens in Faribault

Faribault Minn August 22 Temperance workers from every section of the state gather for the Minnesota state convention of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union opening today for a four day session Nearly two hundred delegates are present.

Faribault, Minn Minnesota Women’s Christian Temperance Union

Attack Like Tigers Blood Purifier Ad Claim

A vintage medical advertisement extols Electric Bitters as a blood purifier that strengthens nerves and health. It cites rapid germ growth and common skin problems, praising the product and directing readers to W. J. Smith & Bro and Palmer & Bona for purchase.

C. T. Budahn Tracy, Cal W. J. Smith & Bro Tm Palmer Bona

Jefferson and Jackson back Holder for governor

In Jefferson Ga on August 22 supporters circulated a call inviting residents to meet at 6 pm on Wednesday August 23 to shake hands with Speaker John N Holder and hear him speak. The move aims to place Holder in gubernatorial contention, highlighting Jackson county’s push alongside Jefferson in favor of a local option and capital site rivalry with Winder Jug Tavern.

Jefferson R. B. Russell Jefferson and Jackson John N. Holder Jackson County Georgia John, Holder Holder Judge Russell Winder Jug Tavern Jefferron

Uniformity in Food Laws Tops Duluth Meeting

In Duluth Minnesota on August 22 the Associa tion of State and National Food and Dairy Departments discussed achieving uniform food laws across states. Secretary of Agriculture Wilson attended and urged action to standardize legislation, aiming to simplify compliance for producers and retailers. A reader note touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets offering relief for stomach issues, with an Ohio editor praising the product.

Duluth Minn Association of State and National Food and Dairy Departments Wilson H. M. Youngpeters the Sun Lake View Ohio Chamberlain

American veterinarians meet at Toronto convention

In Toronto August 22 the forty eighth annual meeting of the American Veterinary Medical Association opened at Convocation Hall. The four day convention includes a surgical appliance and apparatus exhibition drawing strong attendance and will close Friday with a banquet.

Toronto Ont University of Toronto American Veterinary Medical Association

South Carolina Veterans Gather for Final UCV Reunion

Columbia hosts Confederate veterans from across South Carolina for the final reunion of the state division of the United Confederate Veterans. An opening session this morning featured welcome addresses and greetings, with proceedings continuing tomorrow as veterans extend a hearty reception to all attendees.

Columbia D. C South Carolina United Confederate Veterans Dressen

Commissary Managers hold inaugural Southern conv ention in St Louis

Nearly one thousand members of the National Commissary Managers Association meet at the Southern Hotel in St Louis for their first annual convention. The event, organized last year in Baltimore, runs three days with Jacksonville, Florida, seeking next year’s gathering. B M Lebby of Dutton Florida presides.

S&t

Taft to urge tariff revision after report next December

President Taft plans to press Congress for tariff revision laws after the tariff board reports. The move aims to blunt protests over his stance on the current session's bills. The article likens the stance to delaying warmth or food until later.

Taft Congress Tariff Board

Post office clash with Advanta papers shakes Atlanta

The dispute between the United States post office department and Advanta newspapers grows as Atlanta and Southern readers feel the impact. Locals express concern over the ongoing fight and its broader effects on news access.

United States Post Office Department Advanta Atlanta South Loring

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