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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1904

Page

3

Col Tribble Answers Shackelford Card in Clarke County Race

Colonel Tribble writes a public statement defending his appointment as solicitor of Clarke County, detailing opposition from Shackelford, Governor selections, endorsements by Senator Middlebrook, and calls for Clarke County voters to judge who represented their will. He questions Shackelford’s claims and ends with support for white primaries.

Jackson Herald Shackelford Canty Court Clarke Ppra Sam Jowth Clarke County George ©. Thomas Oconee County Georgia Tom Atlanta Middlebrook Newton County Liie Citizane Sam

Road commissioners keep convict labor on public roads

Jefferson Georgia January 25 commissioners of Roads and Revenue unanimously reversed a prior plan to work misdemeanor convicts on the roads and will continue free labor on the public roads. The county likely preserves its pro rata convict share and may receive the full public school fund instead. Mrs Geo M Booth and Mrs J W Gordon have returned from the Georgetown funeral of their sister Mrs O A Mothvin.

Jefferson, Ga Commissioners of Roads and Revenue Commissioners of Roads Jackson County Geo M. Booth J. W. Gordon Mra. O. A Mothvin Georgetown

Favorite Prescription touted as cure for womanly diseases

A historical ad copy claims Dr. Pierce s Favorite Prescription cures female weakness irregularity and related nervous symptoms. It states nervous headaches sleeplessness and restlessness result from womanly disease and that treatment restores regularity heals inflammation and brain fatigue. Testimonials urge sufferers to write for private correspondence and endorse Pleasant Pellets as companion therapy.

Jr. Pierce Dr. Pierce R. V. Veree Buffalo N.Y Heretic Thriteheasy Bex Bierce

Peculiar Accident On Street Car Leaves Man Bruised

Monday afternoon Hugh Huggins lost balance on a street car at the Thomas and Broad corner and fell to the pavement. He escaped serious injury though his arm was badly bruised. The incident followed a door height mishap as the car rounded a curve. He had been riding from the Southern depot.

Hugh Hauggins Thomas and Broad Streets Mr. Huggins

Carter Announces for Tax Receiver

In this issue appears the announcement of Mr. W T Carter as a candidate for the position of Tax Receiver of Clarke County. Mr. Carter held that position for several terms and will now make a strong effort to secure the position again at the next Democratic primary.

Iseue W.T. Carter Clarke County

How Hyomei Helps the Health

Hyomei treats grip cold and catarrh by inhalation. The complete outfit costs $1 with extra bottles 60 cents. Palmer & Sons promote a money back guarantee if it fails to cure and claim it prevents pneumonia when started early.

H.R Palmer

Oplendio Meeting Of Woman's Club Highlights Athens Efforts

The Athens Woman's Club held a meeting at Mrs H White's Milledge avenue home with several new members. A Rest Hall for farmers wives and daughters who trade in Athens was proposed, to be located on Broad or Clayton streets or Col Segeavenos. The Endergarten work in East Athens will expand, kinder culture secured, and a guest from Baltimore invited to speak on club activity. An ad for Botanic Blood Balm promotes cures for blood and skin diseases, claiming it purifies blood and aids digestion with free mailed information from Atlanta.

Athens H. White Milledge Avenue Athins Broad Street Clayton Street Col H. O White Thomas Roberts Baltimore Roberts B. B.B Atlanta B. B

University Summer School Faces Finances Before Fundraising

At a Monday board meeting the University Summer School directors halted further action until finances are settled. A second city canvass is planned after weak support from the General Education Board this year. If funds hold, the school aims to improve next session with first class music and national lectures, possibly prompting a state aid appeal for permanency. Dislocated shoulder relief noted in Fergus Falls. Mrs. Johanna Soderholm rapidly treated, with Pain Balm providing relief and better sleep. sale details listed for H.R. Palmer & Sons and W. J. Smith & Bro.

University General Education Board Johanna Soderholm Fergus Falls Minn Chamberlain H.R. Palmer & Sons W., J. Smith & Bro

Clifton Flour Promises Light Wholesome Bread

Wingfield Cash Grocery Stor touts Clifton flour claiming it yields light white wholesome bread, contrasting results with other brands. The advertisement urges customers to choose Clifton for better bread every time.

Clifton Wingfield Cash Grocery Stor

Kilmer's Swamp Root Promised Free Sample Offer

Readers are urged to try Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root the kidney liver and bladder remedy claimed to cure lame back and other ailments It notes hospital work private practice and a free sample offer by mail to readers who mention this paper and provides the company address in Binghamton New York

Kilmer Bright Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N. Y

University of Georgia winter school farmers course starts February

Prof J M Johnson and Prof J Hart lead a large group of students in the winter school of agriculture and a two week special course for farmers beginning February 8. Improvements in department equipment, rising student engagment, and Harvie Jordan headed statewide Farmers Institutes in all forty four districts have boosted farmer knowledge and cooperation. A testimonial from B F Hare of Miami Cycle Mfg Co praises Kodol Dyspepsia Cure after ten years of dyspepsia, noting relief after two bottles.

J. M. Johnson J. Hart, Jr Department of Agriculture University of Georgia Agricultural State College of Agriculture and Merchanto Arts Harvie Jordan Jordan B. F. Hare Miami Mfg. Uo Middletown

Return Home From Walton County Texas State

Friends note prominent Baptist preacher W S Walker will return to Walton County and make it his home again after years in Texas. Mrs Bobbitt of Bargerton Tennessee credited Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption with saving her life after a dire struggle with illness. Trial bottles offered free locally. Gloves dry cleaner advertised by John L Arnold Druggist.

W S. Walker Walton County Texas M. L. Bobbitt Bargerton Tenn Dr. King W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons John L. Arnold

County Officials Seek Re-Election in Clarke County Race

County politics heat up in old Clarke as candidates enter races for sheriff, tax collector, clerk of the superior court, treasurer, tax receiver and ordinary. Sheriff John W. Wier seeks re-election after twenty years. O W Cooper contests from city council. H H Linton seeks another term as tax collector with no opposition yet. Elmer J. Crawford aims for clerk of the superior court, Pitman for treasurer, J H Dorsey for tax receiver, and Messie, J K Kenney, and S B Wingfield announce for ordinary.

John W. Wier Banner Wier Issu O. W. Cooper Cooper Clty H. H. Linton Linton Pitman J. H. Dorsey Messie J. K. Kenney 8. B. Wingfield

SROWN WANTS THE NEW COMMITTEES

Hon. E. T. Brown, chairman of the state Democratic executive committee, asks county committees to send a full list of their new members with post office addresses to J. W. Goldsmith in Atlanta. The request aims to assemble an accurate statewide roll as committees are formed.

E. T. Brown Democratic Executive Committee State Executive Committee State Committee J. W. Goldsmith Atlanta

Brady's tribute to cotton plant

The article quotes Henry W. Grady extolling the cotton plant as a royal symbol of wealth and global influence. It highlights its economic power, the world’s attention to its growth, and the banner it represents for farmers. It ends with a product advertisement for Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets priced at 25 cents.

Henry W. Grady

Caticara Soap Promises Skin Care and Beautifying Powers

An advertisement extols Caticara Soap and Caticara Ointment as superior skin care products. It claims cleansing benefits for scalp and hair, soothing of irritations, and versatile toilet use, touting unique emollients and delicate fragrances for women and mothers.

Rudolph Brandt Awarded Patent for New Kettle Design

Mr Rudolph Brandt, the jeweler, has been awarded a patent for an improved flat bottom kettle. It promises faster boiling and wide uses from kitchen work to candy making and chemical prep. The device suits gas or alcohol stoves and aims to cut gas costs and save time. Dozier & Company sell these paints and related items.

Rudolph Brands Brandt

Miss Sallie May Henry’s tenth birthday party in Jefferson Ga

Miss Sallie May Henry hosted a January 23 party at her parents home on King Street from 2 30 to 5 pm inviting all her little friends. Many attended and enjoyed games and refreshments as the hostess received compliments for a delightful celebration.

Jefferson, Ga Sallie May Henry Col C. B. Henry King Street Gallie May

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