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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1907
Page
3
The White Goods department showcases a broad range of linens and lawn fabrics. 48-inch Paris Lawn and various Merc erized linens are offered from 6 to 75 cents per yard, plus Damask table linens and Huck towels in multiple price points.
New stock includes Chambray 30 inches wide at 15 cents per yard. Best American ginghams at 12 1/2 cents. Apron ginghams 8 cents. 36 inch percale 10 cents. Best 26 inch percale 12 1/2 cents. Mercerized silk finished novelties 15 29 25 and 35 cents. Tissues and muslins 10 15 and 20 cents per yard.
Athens shoppers flock to buy Muslin Underwear advertised as best value with large styles. Drawers priced 25 35 50 75 cents Gowns 60 75 99 cents 1 1 25 Underskirts 90 cents 1 15 1 35 1 75 2 25 Corset covers 25 85 50 and 7 cents.
Weather disrupts normal pricing as retailer cuts all wool blankets and comforts. White and grey 10-4 All Wool blankets drop from 5.00 to 3.50 per pair, others follow: 11-4 All Wool 4.05 to 36.00? Note: OCR shows inconsistencies. core items include price cuts on 10-4 All Wool, 11-4 sizes, Elderdown and Cotton Comforts, with substantial savings to clear stock.
A fragment notes a new embroidery expected to eclipse rivals, praising Nalinsook and Cambric Baby sets as premier options. The terse reference signals a promotional tease for premium fabrics and child apparel lines.
Petition filed by J J Strickland seeks a mandamus to compel Clarke County Board of Commissioners and officers to deliver seventy one thousand dollars held in Georgia National Bank or an order on the bank to the county treasurer. It alleges a conflict of interest as PB Vincent was both board chairman and bank director. A hearing set for February 16, 1907 in Athens Georgia.
Yesterday morning Prescott Briggs, young son of W. P. Briggs, was reported dead in Blakely. A telegram to his father announcing illness caused the confusion. Later another telegram stated the boy was much better and recovering. friends hope for full recovery.
Capt. Pat Eberhart died at his Atlanta home on Friday and was buried Saturday. He was a well known citizen of Athens years ago, prominently connected in business. His death will be mourned by many friends in this city.
The British battleship Dominion, damaged in last September's storm and under repair in Hamilton Bermuda, sailed today for England.
Grand Rapids Poultry and Pigeon Club opened its largest show yet in Grand Rapids Michigan on January 21. Entries from several states compete in chickens turkeys ducks and other poultry varieties. Exhibits are valued at ten thousand dollars and higher with some lots offered for hotel site consideration.
Sheriff Wier with his tiered book warns delinquent taxpayers to pay before the first of the month. A forthcoming weekly Banner notice titled Sheriff Sale will announce that taxes due will be sold before the courthouse door on the first Tuesday in March.
Mr. G. T. Wingfield formerly with Davison-Nicholson Co. has severed his connection with that firm and accepted a position with Mr. C. A. Lanier, the shoe merchant on Broad Street. He invites friends to call at that place.
Disorderly conduct cases docketed against carpenters Hans ford and Scoggins after a fight with fellow carpenter D. Godfree. Godfree was knocked down and cut a severe gash on his head when he fell and struck his head on a nail. the assailants left, and Godfree was taken home.
Editor W H Craig and his two sons visited the city on Saturday. He sold his interest in the Gainesville Eagle and will manage a new newspaper to be launched soon. The Banner predicts success for the venture and for Mr Craig in the field.
William Wroten, who evaded officers for over three years, will be tried at the current circuit court session in Corinth for the murder of his wife. Mrs Wroten was found December 3, 1903, with a gunshot wound and throat cut beside the road. He was last seen with her and was missing until recently, found nearby.
In Chicago Ora Morningstar challenges veteran George Sutton for the 600 point billiards title at Orches tra Hall tonight. Sutton is the favorite but Morningstar draws a strong following after recent 500 point efforts in New York. Stakes include a $500 side prize and the championship.
Interstate Commerce Commission hearing opens in Seattle with Commissioner Lane presiding. Testimony will also be taken in Portland and at Forsland before proceedings resume in New York.
Birmingham Alabama January 19 final day opening delayed while leaders paid tribute to General Lee. Speakers included W D Nesbit on cotton warehouses Governor Bib Comer on American cotton crop John P Allison on labor to handle crop John D Walker on bankers relation to cotton John D Walker Sparta Ga T G Bush on higher prices for growers and B H Burnett on educating growers about true value of the staple.
Philadelphia prepares for the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks convention starting July 16. Officials estimate over 150 000 visitors with a parade path crowded by more than 250 000 spectators. Hotels and lodgings are nearly booked and a citywide lodging list is being compiled to accommodate delegations. Lodges should contact the Hotel Committee to secure quarters. The event is billed as the high water mark of Elkdom.
Tacoma, Wash. Jan 21 Interest in mission work is expected to receive a great impetus through the Interdenominational Institute to be held here during the three days beginning today. Noted mission workers include Rev Henry Ls Bissell of India Miss Ethel D Hubbard representative of the American Baptist Missionary Union and Rev E E Chivers of New York secretary of the American Baptist Missionary Society.
J R Blankenship of Beck Tennessee touts Electric Bitters as a guaranteed cure for back and kidney ailments. He claims initial relief after one bottle and full recovery after several, recommending the remedy as sold by W J Smith & Bro and H R Palmer & Son Drug Stores at a price given in the ad.
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