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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1903

Page

3

Southern Confederate Theme Week At State Normal School

Teachers at the Summer School heard lectures on the Confederacy's history. A. L. Hall outlined Jefferson Davis life, Dr J Harris Chappell spoke on Stonewall Jackson's Valley Campaign, and lessons continued with Seven Days Fight and Second Battle of Manassas. Apgar from New Jersey arrived to join Nature Study talks. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are advertised locally.

A. L. Hull J. H. Chappell Southern Confederacy Tiny Anne Thietine A. L. Hall University of Georgia Jefferson Davis Jader J. Harris Chappell Girls’ Normal and Industrial College Milladgeville Stonewall Jackson Valley Chappell State Normal School Richmond Manacsas de

City Hall second story under way as work nears completion

Workmen began the second story of the new city hall. City Engineer Barnett hopes to finish and have it ready for occupancy soon while keeping costs within the original estimate. Brickwork progresses with limestone trim expected to arrive, no delays anticipated. Timely health note follows: Dr King’s New Life Pills advertised.

Barnett Tanist Capt Barnett

Milledge Avenue Sewer Project Advances Along Baxter to Lumpkin

The city proceeds with a new lateral sewer line from Milledge Avenue parallel to Baxter Street up to Lumpkin Street. Residents in the area anticipate completion with relief and approval for this long needed infrastructure improvement.

Milledge Avenue Baxter Street Lumpkin Street

Mothers Friend Promise Relief for Childbearing Pain

The article touts Mothers Friend as essential for maternal and fetal health during gestation, claiming it eases childbirth pain, breast soreness, insomnia, and worry. It markets the remedy as effective for twenty years and priced at $100 for a bottle or prescription.

Shackelford Hopes for Bill's Passage in General Assembly

Hon Thomas J Shackelford Clarke county representative spent Sunday in the city. He coauthored a bill to replace the Felder convict bill and is hopeful it will pass and secure 45000 for the State Normal School building. Debate and passage expected soon with the term ending mid August. Mrs I H Goos visiting Virginia.

Thomas J. Shackelford Clarke County General Assembly Shackelford Hoase Messia Holder Hardeman Jackson County Parengo State Normal School House Senate

County Bond Election Called September SRD

Clarke County voters will on September 8 vote on issuing one hundred thousand dollars in bonds to macadamize sixty miles of public roads. Bonds, 500 dollars each, 200 total, bear 4 percent interest. principal paid starting 1904, with annual payments through 1934. Interest semi annual on July 1 and January 1. No opposition. goal to secure two thirds approval.

Clarke Smuirg County

Clarke's Returns to Show Increase in Clarke County Tax Digest

Tax Receiver J. H. Dorsey finished closing Clarke county books and is tabulating returns to transmit to the Comptroller General in Atlanta. He said the digest will show a splendid increase in Clarke county tax values over the past year, with future growth expected from new bow manufacturing industries.

J. H. Dorsey Clarke County Comptroller General Atlanta Dorsey Bow

Warrant Issued for Will Bradley in Animal Cruelty Case

Will Bradley white man was arrested for beating his horse at the Seaboard depot. He appeared in Mayors Court and was fined 615 and costs. A state court warrant accuses him of cruelty to animals and he will be tried before Judge Cobb.

Will Bradley Seaboard Mayor's Court Coats Bradley Cobb

Marrow Escape From Death At Central Grade Crossing

Monday morning near Bridge and Foundry streets the Central of Georgia switch engine narrowly missed delivering wagon and horse at a grade crossing. F L Bramblett, a J H Haggins & Son clerk, suffered a severe back wrench and other injuries though not life threatening. Doctor Dillard treated him. Bramblett blamed lack of watchman and warning for the near tragedy.

Bridge and Foundry Central of Georgia Railroad F. L. Bramplett J. H. Haggins & Son Bramblett

Northen urges educational commission for Georgia

Ex Governor W J Northen addressed the Summer School on The Future of the State. He urged a two member educational commission with the state school commissioner, criticized current board structure, called for prompt teacher salaries, longer terms, and compulsory attendance, and favored rural consolidation to boost school efficiency. Miss Annie Hall and Miss Elisabeth Hall attended.

W. J. Northen Georgia Commonwealth Board of Education Troller General Georgia Sahould General Assembly State Board of Education Annie Hall Elisabeth Hall Montezuma

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