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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1909

Page

7

Survivors Reach Port After Ocean Liner Crash

New York, Jan 26. Surviving passengers from the Republic and Florida have reached port aboard the Battle and Baltic, 1,650 aboard the two liners and rescued officers and crew aboard the Republic on the Seneca, while the Florida’s crew remained aboard her, the Republic’s last port of call likely to be its final resting place. The Florida’s steering wheel may have caused the collision, with conflicting accounts of wheel handling and a reported blow to the wheel by the commander.

New York Republic Florida Nantucket Shoals Seneca Gresham Brooklyn Nantucket South Tebip Baltic

Railroads gain hearing on haul of near beer shipments

Montgomery Jan 26 Judge Sayre ruled the anti whipping law unconstitutional and granted a mandamus for a local brewery to force the Louisville and Nashville railroad to haul near beer and other like products. The decision holds the prohibition on transporting alcoholic drinks within the state does not apply to railroads in this haul class.

Montgomery Ala Sayre Louisville and Nashville Railroad

Dr King's New Discovery Cures Lung Ailments Says Reader

Washington man praises Dr King s New Discovery as the cure for consumption and lung troubles after other remedies failed. The testimonial notes quick relief for coughs colds bronchitis and bronchial affections. Available 50 cents and 1.00 trial bottle free guaranteed by local dealers.

W. R.lipscomb Washington, N. C Dr. King W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons

New Maine and Mississippi Enter Havana Harbor for Inauguration

On the eleventh anniversary of the Maine’s arrival, the new Maine and the modern Mississippi sailed into Havana harbor to witness the inauguration of General Jose Miguel Gomez as Cuba’s new government. The visit draws broad interest as Americans and locals line the harbor walls near Morro and Machina wharf, with the ships moored nearby. An advertisement offers Chamberlain’s Liniment for rheumatism and sprains, priced 25 cents small and 50 cents large, sold by local druggists.

Avana Maine Havana Harbor Jose Miguel Gomez Az la Punta Battery Morro Machina‘wharf

Definite charges to be filed against Senator Stephenson

Madison Wisconsin January 26. Senator J A Blaine of Rosenbel says definite and specific charges will be filed against United States Senator Stace Stephenson at the senate meeting tomorrow at 9 o'clock. He adds the charges will be filed by the Republicans though he will not name the filing party. He expects documents from the floor to support the charges and believes the senate cannot avoid considering them.

Madison Wis United States Stace Stephenson Senate J. A. Blaine Rosenbel

Beware of Mercury in Catarrh Ointments Warns Public

Public advisory warns against catarrh preparations containing mercury as dangerous to mucous surfaces. Promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo as a safe internal remedy. Product claims no mercury, taken internally, with testimonials free and Druggists selling at six cents per bottle. Also advertises Hall's Family Pills for constipation.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio F. J. Cherey & Co

Married Beside Father's Coffin in Quiet Ceremony

In Mount Vernon New York Daisy Helme wed Francis M Oliver of London England in the same room where her father John C Helme lay in coffin after an accidental asphyxia verdict. The minister officiated both funeral and wedding with relatives observing a sorrowful ceremony.

New York Daisy Helme Mount Vernon N. Y Francis M. Oliver London England John C. Helme Eric

Drys Expect To Win In Hamilton County Special Election

Noblesville Ind Jan 26 A special election is in progress in Hamilton county under the county local option law The drys are confident of victory by a majority estimated from 1500 to 2000 The election cost has been cut to a nominal figure as the temperance element serves on election boards without pay

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Endorsed for Croup

Mrs M Davenport of Paula Valley Indiana reports Chamberlain's Cough Remedy effectively treated croup and whooping cough in her family for several years. The medicine is sold by H R Palmer & Sons Orr Drug Co and others in town.

M. Davenport Paula Valley Ind Tor H. R. Palmer & Sons Orr Drug Co Werren J. Smith EB C McEvoy T. Canning

Jesse Stephens Shot Dead Near Ronaldsonville Home

Jesse Stephens, young son of Alex Stephens a local planter, was killed by an unknown negro near his family’s farm north of Ronaldsonville Georgia. The assailant ambushed Jesse and his three brothers after the Stephens warned off a laborer recruiter. the confrontation left Jesse and the attacker dead. The tale mentions no further legal action and includes an unrelated drug advertisement for Foley's Honey and Tar.

Ronaldsonville Jesse Stephens Alex Stephens Here Stephens Jease Stephens

Ohio engineers meet for thirtieth annual session in Columbus

The Ohio Engineering Society opened its thirtieth annual meeting in Columbus with a preliminary session at the Great Northern hotel. The three day event features a prominent dinner and talks by Dr. C. O. Probst James C. Wenders Colonel Charles Perkins Marshall Ora Leighton and Professor Edward Orton Jr. from Ohio State University. A Western judge granted a divorce over temper and bad breath. Health ad options follow.

Ohio Engineering Society Columbus Great Northern C. O. Probst State Board of Health James C. Wenders Charles Perkins State Board of Public Works Marshall Ora Leighton National Conservation Commission Edward Orton, Jr Ohio State University

South Dakota Stock Breeders Gather for State Convention

Mitchell South Dakota January 26 live stock breeders from all parts of the state converge for the witness convention of their state association. Proceedings begin tonight with President Elion and Secretary Wilson of Brookings presiding. Tomorrow and Thursday the convention continues and a large sale of cattle and hogs will be held at the state pavilion.

Mitchell South Dakota Elion Wilson Brookings Wtate

Pure Food Law Ad Validates Cat Remedy Claims

Secretary Wilson notes the act informs consumers about harmful drugs in medicines and requires labels to show amounts of chloroform opium morphine and habit forming substances. Chamberlain's Cat Remedy reportedly contains none, with the label proving the claim. Sold by H. R. Palmer and Sons Ore Drug Co Warren J. Smith & Co J. C. McEvoy L. P. Canning.

H. J. Palmer & Sons Orr Drug Co Warren J. Smith & Brd B.C McEvoy L. P. Canning Wilson H. R. Palmer & Sons Ore Drug Co Warren J. Smith & Dro J. C. McEvoy

Hopman to Take Seat in Legislature Clarified

Atlanta, Jan 26 The Norman case in Wilkes County is clarified after the Supreme Court decision. Attorney General Hart says holding a law commission as Washington city court solicitor does not disqualify Norman from election to the General Assembly though it may bar him from sitting. The House, as sole judge of qualifications, could decide. Norman must resign as solicitor before oath to avoid issues.

Atlanta R. C. Norman Wilkes County Kupreize John C. Hart Norman General Assembly House of Representatives City Court of Washington House

Information Wanted About a Book in Athens Banner

A reader seeks a temperance book by Luther Benson a Kentuckian who spoke in Athens twenty seven years ago. He wrote a temperance book and many were sold in the city. The Banner is asked to locate a copy for loan or purchase and share any leads with the requester.

Luther Benson Athens

Meeting of Hardware Men in Blamarex North Dakota

The annual convention of the North Dakota Hardware Dealers association opens in Blamarex with a large representative attendance. The three day program features papers, reports and discussions on key retail trade questions affecting dealers statewide. Foley's Honey and Tar is advertised as a safe cough remedy for infants and children, with mothers urged to keep a bottle at home.

Blamarex N. D North Dakota Ketall Hardware Dealers’ Association Ia Foley

A Glimpse of Calabrian Country From a Rome–Palermo Train

The Spectator travels Calabrian coast from Scilla to Reggio di Calabria, noting Mediterranean blues, cactus hedges, and rugged hills. He observes fishermen at sea, barefoot laborers, and a mother with a naked babe as the landscape opens into the strait. He describes Etna smoking and Reggio’s Via Garibaldi with a modern town behind ancient echoes.

Calabria Palermo Mediterranean Sorrento Capri Scilla Scylla Solita Urion Messina Reggio di Calabria St. Paul Rome Etna Reggio Albergo Centrale Via Garibald Villa San Giovanni Italy Inga Via Garibaldi

Prince August Celebrates 22nd Birthday in Potsdam

Berlin January 26 flags hung in Potsdam for Prince Augusts twenty second birthday He is the fourth son of Emperor William and a popular imperial figure He graduated from the University of Strata burg as the family’s first doctor He married his cousin Princess Alexandra Victoria of Schleswig Holstein last year

Prince August Berlin Emperor Willam University of Strataburg Familly Alexandra Victoria Schleswig-Holstein

Fifteen Dancing Men at Pittsburg Debut Ball

The Chicago Evening Post notes Henry C. Prick plans to leave Pittsburg after his daughter’s coming out ball. Only fifteen eligible young men attend, deemed a sign of stern character and potential for local business opportunities.

Chicago Evening Post Henry C. Prick Pittsburg Frick Prick

Jeffersons Bring The Rivals To The Stage In Fine Style

The Jeffersons present Richard Brinsley Sheridan’s The Rivals, a classic comedy first staged in 1774. Joseph and William W. Jefferson headline a distinguished company, continuing a century of celebrated performances and preserving the play’s wit and heart in a storied theatrical lineage.

Messrs. Joseph William W. Jefferson Richard Brinsley Sheridan Sheridan Jefferson Piye Joseph Jefferson Bob Acres William W Joseph Sir Lucius O'Trigger W. J. Florence Lucius Besseanes Jeffersona

Artistic Thoroughness Highlighted at Colonial Event

A Colonial era themed program emphasized careful craftsmanship and artistic detail during an early date showcase. Local artists presented works reflecting period styles while attendees praised the historical depth and educational value of the event.

Colonial

Chancellor Barrow Nears Full Recovery

Chancellor David C. Barrow, ill for weeks at home, is rapidly recovering and almost well again. Under physician care he rests and drives daily, appearing in splendid condition. He will not return to work immediately but is expected back at the helm soon, with Athens and the state rejoicing in his recovery.

David C. Barrow Athena Chancelor Durrow Barrow Athens

City Court Jury Drawn Yesterday by Judge Coby

The February term jury was drawn by Judge Coby. Names listed include J. W. Watson J. H. Hugging G. J. Mayne R. H. Culp H. C. Couch A. R. Nicholson W. R. Colle and others. The full panel comprises numerous jurors including Sam Kittle D. B. Fowler J. M. Fowler and J. H. Eyting among many more.

Coby J. W. Watson J. H. Hugging Mayne R. H. Culp H. C. Couch A. R. Nicholson W. R. Colle Colle G R. Davis P. H. Kroner R. T. Moore H. C. Anderson J. A. Vance Fred Moseman C. T. Chandler W. A. Phillips VY. HL Elliott

Martyr song by Clarice Vance promoted by Sunday World

Clarice Vance, a Southern singer famous across America and Europe, gained fame with the vaudeville number Martyr. The Sunday World plans to publish the complete words and music of this song with its Sunday June 31 issue, available at news dealers in New York.

Clarice Vance America Europe The Sunday World Miss Vance New York

Australia marks 120th anniversary of first white settlement

Australia observed the one hundred and twenty-list anniversary as a public holiday across the commonwealth. In Sydney, business was halted and many festive activities were held, with the populace joining in celebratory displays and events. A promotional ad urged readers to double their money in ten years by investing in real estate.

Australia Sydney Commonwealth Pstate

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