This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1901
Page
6
The text praises Dr Harris Pierces Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for stomach disease and digestive disorders caused by irregular eating. It claims the medicine aids digestion, improves nutrition, and builds vigor by enabling better nutrient absorption from food, with a testimonial of six bottles helping a user.
Washington August 26 a division of insular affairs War Department issued a comparative statement of iron and steel imports into Cuba for the calendar year 1900. It shows U S imports valued at 3 695 290 in 1900 down from 4 305 200 in 1899 a fall of 609 910 though still high. The report details all country imports and notes shifts in Cuban trade during that period.
The sixth week of the steel strike ends with no settlement in sight after 43 days. Labor leaders’ conference yielded no results and no move to extend the strike to allied trades. Officials report plant conditions in the Pittsburgh district generally satisfactory despite continued labor tension.
Louisville August affair draws 60 000 visitors as Knights Templar hold triennial conclave. Trains bring air knights and ladies, streets festooned with masons emblems and buntings. Governors Yates and Durbin arrive with state contingents. reception planned for Kentucky grand commandery and state units.
Over 100000 delegates and visitors are expected for the seventy seventh annual Convocation of the Odd Fellows sovereign grand lodge in Indianapolis Indiana beginning in three weeks. Preparations are complete with large turnout anticipated from Indiana and other states. The event will celebrate Rebekah Odd Fellowship with ceremonies and prizes. Local vendors note Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin advertised in the issue.
The Tradesman lists notable new ventures for the week ended Aug 34 in the South including brick works at Birmingham Alabama a canning factory at Ovals Florida a carriage factory at Valdosta Georgia a chair factory at Athens Georgia and two cold storage facilities among others with emphasis on expanding manufacturing activity across the region.
A Greenville Tenn special reports a killing in Green County jail after two black inmates James Roas and Walter Pierce, held for minor offenses, fought in a single cell using hidden knives. Ross fatally stabbed Pierce after a brief struggle as the jailer left. The incident followed threats and a hasty search due to light charges.
A telegram to the governor says Bob Brown, the man who killed J. O. McLeod near Batesville Alabama, is cornered in a swamp near Enfaula. A reward of 100 dollars was offered for his capture. Indignation runs high and a lynching threat lingers as authorities pursue the fugitive with bloodhounds under Warden Warner.
Special sale of remnants featuring school dresses and separate skirts in wool dress goods. Ocean serges satin berbers venetian cloths twisted flannels English cheviots dotted henriettas French flannels silk remnants and ta ffta in black and colors. Percals suitable for waists shirts waists dresses and men's shirts. Madras in new fall designs for waists and shirts.
To make room for new stock we quote special prices on all goods in this department. A leader offer of 95 dozen Hem stitched all pure German Linen Napkins at $2.00 per dozen.
A local store advertises a stock of embroideries described as among the nicest goods in the market offered at prices lower than ever.
White and Wool goods in lawn and dimities flannel 36 inch wide offered at 40 reduced below cost. Short lengths available at 60 cents per yard or immediate use. Ginghams ducks and ponques in short ends priced astonishingly low.
Mosquito canopies available now in three sizes priced at $1.75, $2.00, and $2.25. Buy today to sleep peacefully under protection.
Local shop advertises a specialty in the celebrated P. N. Corset noted as unmatched. The brief lines promise superior support and fit as a selling point for the high quality undergarment.
An advertiser touts The Black Cat Hose as a premium durable fashion item for all ages. The copy promises a leatherlike finish, guaranteed fit, and top quality, claiming it is the best hose on the market.
New fall goods feature colors and weaves across Soliels Granite Cloths Poplins Cheviots Venitians Serges Henriettas and Crepons. Local shop announces updated selections for season without specific prices or dates.
A seller indicates plans to liquidate remaining inventory at discounted rates. The message suggests a full sale of stock to clear items promptly and attract buyers seeking bargains.
In our nation department, discover pleated silk and satin belts in narrow and wide widths. Belt buckles available in gilt, silver, black, patent and seal leather. Also showcasing newest purses and bags for up to date fashion.
A vintage price list shows several everyday items with small cost marks. Talcum powders range from 10 to 19 cents, soaps like Fairy and Pears around 5 to 11 cents, household products up to 20 cents, and apparel such as ties, collars, gloves, and stockings priced from 5 to 75 cents.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.