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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1901
Page
5
The piece explains a Quranic test for entry to Paradise where a believer must thread between two close rocks or pillars. Those who live to eat and indulge their appetites are said to be barred, while those who have lived simply can pass through.
The article links success to stomach health, arguing digestion drives vitality and outcomes. It cites chronic breakdowns from poor digestion, notes physicians test the stomach first, and promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery with patient testimonials and mailing offer from Buffalo New York.
William J Steane a about 51 years old of Pinewood S C died in Jacksonville Fla from a trauma cerebral menin as a result of a common cracker explosion. Fragments struck his forehead causing fatal injuries. Local notices report relief efforts and fundraisers in Mitchell county raising about 4000 to aid sufferers.
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a cure for stubborn coughs and long resisted ailments. It claims even hopeless cases and famed remedies fail, yet this product offers permanent relief and restored health through its use. Sold by HB Plier Sea and Bh.
Nine scholarships have been started and more are planned as President Branson promotes the effort. He has written over two thousand letters to state leaders, noting the plan’s low cost and broad appeal. The movement aims to create many scholarships with minimal impact on the college’s resources. Governor appoints two more state depositories in Georgia for four years, Bank of Statesboro and Moultrie.
Denver July 16 The Republican reports ministers in Denver weighing a vigilance committee to curb street thugs. They say they will cooperate with police but may deem the police superfluous. The plan aims to uplift the community and create an organization resembling Tammany Hall but to establish law and order rather than political control.
In Montgomery on July 16 the constitutional convention discussed reconsidering a bank examination section vote and a courthouse act, with votes 65 to 48 and 62 to 23 respectively. Resolutions of sympathy for Senator Pugh were adopted. The suffrage special order was set for Tuesday. Indictments were reported by a grand jury in Mont Advertiser case, and Trans Mississippi Congress met with about 1,000 delegates in Oklahoman era.
Yesterday morning at the home of Mr and Mrs J R Williams on Bildwin street their fourteen month old daughter Janette died after a brief illness. The funeral is set for ten oclock at the residence with four uncles serving as pallbearers: Messia J H Williams Carlton Williams Walter Wilson and Willie Williams.
Mr J G Maddox a respected Jackson county resident died July 11 at 3 00 am at his home in Canter He was nearly 85 years old and lived a useful life He was buried at the Pittman family burying ground
No new developments in the second day of the steel strike. Plants remained closed or quietly operating with minimal staff. Painter's mill showed partial operation with some strike breakers rumored. Leaders spoke of possible settlements, while Amalgamated associations prepared for ongoing action and potential alliance moves.
In East Athens Saturday night, a burly Black man named Toba Coleman allegedly entered Mrs. Sarah Gallaher’s home and demanded money, taking cash from a bag before fleeing. He was arrested yesterday afternoon by officers and faces severe action.
Dr Charles H Herty assistant professor leaves for Statesboro Georgia to study turpentine industry for several months He aims to improve methods of tapping trees and forest care to ensure long term profits and renewal while planting new trees for future supply Also includes a local testimonial for Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy and its dealer mentions in Columbus Georgia
A young merchant left his store with clerks to attend a vaudeville performance. He stayed behind for an umbrella when rain threatened, while others returned to the shop. Later, the group encountered tension as a moral issue arose during the outing. Carnegie's Girl Accepted. San Francisco July 1. The board of supervisors has adopted a resolution accepting Andrew offer of $750,000 to ship library Walling.
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