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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1891
Page
2
A Georgia law barring practicing physicians from drinking after repeated drunkenness faces scrutiny. The measure originally included druggists but now targets only physicians. Critics question how sobriety can be proven and worry reforming doctors may still be deemed untrustworthy.
Athens prepares for the Georgia Agricultural Society annual convention to be held August 6 with about three hundred delegates from across the state. Governor Northen and other state officials will attend alongside educators and scientists. The event centers on the State College and aims to acquaint farmers with its workings.
Yesterday's rally in Athens brought farmers together to discuss crops. Speakers from the West addressed local growers and received eager feedback on farming information and shared experiences.
One more big sale week at Max Joseph’s Athens with 25 percent off summer stock. Early callers receive one dozen buttons free with a dollar purchase and an extra sales staff is on hand. Dresses, linens, lace curtains, and numerous yardage and assorted goods marked down to 1–65 cents.
The Abbeville Press and Banner cites a Georgia rally praising Democratic gains, tax cuts, bond payments, and state credit restoration. It highlights the South solidifying unity, third party critique, and a Farmers rally in Athens with thanks to locals and ladies.
The department of agriculture reports higher cotton condition in June with the belt average at 88.6, three points below last July but one point above 1889. The slight improvement is widespread across the belt, attributed to favorable conditions this season.
Public notices warn against catarrh ointments containing mercury as dangerous to smell and health. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio is claimed mercury free, taken internally, and advertised as effective against mucous conditions. Consumers urged to ensure genuine product from Toledo makers at sixpence?
The Georgia Carolina and Northern railroad runs its first coach to Athens using the General Superintendent’s private car. He reports the line in excellent shape and notes plans for a new Athens depot and a regular passenger schedule. A meeting in Abbeville, South Carolina supports a proposed Georgia Florida link via Mount Carmel and Laurens toward North Carolina.
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