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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1907
Page
6
New York reports a bustling holiday trade with shoppers buying cheaper gifts amid tighter finances. Stores boost detectives for shoplifting, waiters at Rector's win a manicured look, and high society mingles as diamonds and pianos remain abundant alternatives.
Atlanta December 21. In police court a line of men pleaded for probation after drinking to excess. The recorder refused, saying near Christmas the temptation to drink is too strong and probation would be wrong. He warned against letting drunkards think they can escape punishment during the holidays.
A vintage drug advertisement urges using Dr Kings New Life Pills to end a dangerous liver and bowel stoppage. It promises guaranteed satisfaction with a money back offer and lists W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons drug stores selling the 25 cent remedy.
Savanna Georgia December 21 Mayor Tielenan offers to restore a revoked bar license if the hotel company sues the bartender and prosecutes him to conviction in police court. L Gabany, the bartender fined in police court, returned to the city after a trip to Atlanta.
Sufferers from rheumatism report prompt relief after applying Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The product aids sleep and rest. Available for purchase from H. R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro L. P. Canning BE C. McEvoy tr Drug Co. Athens Ga.
Washington December 21 Pushmataha a leading Choctaw chief who died in Washington on Christmas Eve 1824 was respected as a friend of the white man while seeking fair treatment for his people. His monument in Congressional Cemetery notes his stance on the Dancing Rabbit Creek treaty and recounts his dramatic White House meeting with Andrew Jackson.
A historic essay urges embracing foolishness over solemn holiday rigidity. It argues for lighthearted acts, playful generosity, and simple joys to honor the birth of the Savior King, with humorous examples of gifts and cheeky behavior. The piece closes with a brief note from The N. P. M. and a segue to The Ute brave tale from the Philadelphia Ledger.
Secretary Wilson urges immediate acquisition of up to 600000 acres in the White Mountains and up to 5000000 acres in the Southern Appalachians to form National Forests. The plan details locations, projected prices per acre, and benefits for water power, navigation, soil protection, and hardwood supply, arguing forest preservation safeguards future industry and regional resources.
A dated advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh, claiming internal action on blood and mucous surfaces to reform the constitution. Proponents offer 100 reward for any case not cured and urge readers to send testimonials to F J Cheney Co. for distribution and testing.
An old advertisement touts Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a new laxative that stimulates without irritation. It promises guaranteed money back and notes it is sold by a merchant named Arnegtiig.
Dr. A C Holliday was away when the verdict in the damage case of W W Hain was rendered. Upon learning of the verdict he agreed to settle according to the jury's terms, paying five dollars and costs. The matter, tied to assault and battery actions, was dismissed by Judge Co after state counsel motion.
Mrs A H Davison traditionally sends gifts to the needy each Christmas but disabled by a bad fall and jaw injury she cannot attend this year. She will make a monetary donation to a committee to distribute gifts in the names of the late Mrs Ste Dorsey and herself for the needy.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer item notes a trio of men in a conversation disturbed by a stranger who interjected jokes and aphorisms. The group jokes about enigrams and allegories amid odd remarks from locals, prompting a hasty exit as tension rises.
A generous Cleveland resident heard of a Flatts family in extreme want and gave $15 down to the poor, arranging food and comfort. The donor observed the family's improved condition days later, noting they were still poorly fed and reflecting on the temptation of sudden wealth.
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