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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
7
Morning strike by eighteen carpenters on a new agricultural building as they demand equal or preferred inside work against Atlanta union carpenters. Dispute centers on who handles interior tasks while outside crews perform heavy labor. Managers and authorities hope talks resolve the stalemate to resume full construction.
An advertisement from Racine Wisconsin markets Shoop Health Coffee as a real coffee substitute made from toasted grains. The copy claims it contains no real coffee and touts its health benefits while suggesting it could fool coffee drinkers.
A middle aged man named Crawford faced commitment under a writ of lunacy after erratic religious harangues at East Ath. Police report his cage has been seen at city headquarters as officers arrange a committal trial soon amid claims he has not slept in seventeen days.
Walesbury Conn June 3 Congressman Lilley faces an internal inquiry after a submarine incident last week. A letter signed E W Kostomr ME D discusses Lilley and the committee's report. The missive asserts Lilley sought an accord, while others claim no compromise was reached.
An ad style snippet promotes Dr Vink Pain Tablets and Shoop's Headache tablets for rapid relief from various pains and headaches. Mentions blood pressure, cramps, and instant help, credited to H.R. Palmer.
Atlanta Ga June 3 Prison Commissioner Thomas Eason is at the state prison farm to investigate cruelty charges raised by ex convict Will Rowland against the farm officials. Rowland claims exhaustion poor food forced labor while ill and even coffins used to frighten prisoners. Officials deny the charges and affidavits support humane treatment. The commission will conduct a full inquiry amid rival affidavits and letters exonerating Superintendent Coombs and his forces. Electric Bitters praised as a remedy for dyspepsia liver issues back and kidney problems. Sold at local druggists.
Robert L. Jackson, secretary treasurer of Savannah Stationery and Printing Co., was arrested on a warrant by company president J.P. Wheeless. He allegedly embezzled about 10,300 of the firm's funds while building a stock interest. bond set at 1,000. Local authorities report evidence of manipulation in books and papers.
New York reports that Anthony B. Porter senior partner at Porter & Kilvert killed himself in his office by inhaling chloroform. He prepared a will and wrote to a nephew asking him to manage affairs and arrange cremation. A note listed persons to be notified. Porter, a Georgia native, had lived in Chicago and served in the Union Army during the Civil War.
A lady customer suffered with tetter for years and was unable to perform housework until one box of Chamberlain's Salve cured her. The medicines have given splendid satisfaction in this community. Sold by H. R. Palmer & Sons and others in Athens and Almond.
The family dreaded a dinner visit from dull guests praised as worthy. One member feared sleep would overtake them, saying a nap before the guests arrive might help. The sleepy guest tried to rest but returned saying sleep would not come until the visitors left.
In Mobile last week the Mobile Military Institute closed with graduates led by William Thurmond Riviere the 14 year old son of Mr and Mrs George A Riviere He edited The Bayonet the school annual and attained the highest class honors Mr Riviere hopes to send him to the University of Georgia but age blocks admission The Mobile Herald praises the school and its editors noting the Bayonet edition in blue velvet leather and photos highlighting youth achievement
A. A. Herren of Knen ark writes Foley's Honey and Tar is best for coughs cold and lung trouble. He says it cured consumption in early stages and reports universal satisfaction. Sold by all druggists.
Atlantic City New Jersey June 3 Members of the National Wholesale Grocers Association about 1000 strong gathered at the Blenheim hotel to open their annual convention. President William Judson of Grand Rapids Mich called the session to order. Reports showed past benefits from association work and plans for the future. The three day meeting will discuss pure food law enforcement tobacco trade issues uniform bills of lading reciprocal demurrage and profitable advertising.
Tonight if you would enjoy tomorrow take Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets tonight They produce an agreeable laxative effect clear the head and cleanse the stomach Price 25 cents Samples free at H R Palmer Sons W J Smith Bro L P Canning E C McEvoy Orr Drug Co Athens Ga
Washington June 3 Gaston P Philip civil engineer and clubman of New York and Washington was acquitted by a jury in criminal court No 2 of the murder of Frank Macaboy a cab driver. The trial followed a night of gambling dispute over a 160 dollar debt that ended at the Arlington hotel where Philip feared serious harm and fired a pistol killing Macaboy.
The piece recalls the California gold era spurring clipper construction and record feats. Captains pushed speed as the defining measure, outpacing slow full-bodied ships, with many clippers setting unmatched voyages while steamers later came to rival them. It notes harsh, resourceful life aboard, including water handling, provisioning, and teetotal discipline.
Judge W T Young longtime Oglethorpe County treasurer died at his Lexington home after a brief illness at age seventy nine He held county treasurer tenure for over twenty years and was reelected May 22 He was a Baptist church member Confederate veteran of the Eighth Georgia regiment and uncle of Judge Charles T Young Funeral services will be held at nine o clock in Lexington Ortho Laxative Fruit Syrup praised by a testimonial from W R Ward of Dyersburg Tenn and sold by all druggists.
Little Rock June 3 The Democratic state convention elected delegates to the national convention and pledged support for William Jennings Bryan. Tomorrow primaries for state offices will be ratified a platform adopted and a national committeeman chosen. A resolution praising former Senator James K Jones was adopted. Delegates at large include James P Clarke George W Donaghey O C Ludwig and James H Harrod. Jeff Davis failed to gain broad support. The Goodwin Wallace contest for Congress was decided in favor of Wallace.
Tom Moore of Rural Route 1 Cochran Ga writes of a bad sore on his instep that healed after using Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. He says less than half a 25 cent box cured him. Sold under guarantee at W J Smith & Bro H R Palmer & Sona drug stores.
A flotilla of white winged yachts including top speeds left Marblehead at 11 am bound for Bermuda in the annual Marblehead Bermuda race. The 675 nautical mile course offers a free for all contest with four classes by craft length. Notable entry Dervish, last year’s New York to Bermuda winner, aims to repeat its 3 days 18 hours 25 minutes record.
A Philadelphia Press item quotes a merchant saying he must fire his friend Pulk due to extreme laziness. The clerk is accused of being slow in all tasks, with remarks that he gets tired quickly, prompting the termination decision.
Local farmers including R F Miller begin replanting after a heavy hail storm hit Oconee county last week. Miller notes some farmers suffered heavy losses but many are cheerfully resuming work. A Brandton Pa reader credits Foley's Kidney Care with restoring his health after kidney trouble.
Theodore P. Shonts, president of the Interborough Metropolitan Company, denies drug involvement in the death of his son in law, the Duke De Chaulnes. He describes a sudden heart failure after a day of riding and a prayer at the duchess’s bedside, recounting concern for his daughter and detailing family support in France.
The Old German Church of America meeting near Des Moines opens a week of sermons song service and a public foot washing drawing over 10000 delegates and visitors from across the United States. A dispute over funds with James M Wyatt formerly of Hagerstown Ind now in California will be reviewed by the church officials. Also notices promote Chamberlains Pain Balm and local药药药 retailers.
Mr R F Knox a Diamond-Dozier Manufacturing Co workman of Atlanta fell from the agricultural hall on Lumpkin Hill late Tuesday afternoon while stepping on a loose plank. He struck his head injured his back and sustained internal injuries feared. He was taken to St Mary's Hospital for treatment and several days will determine the seriousness of his condition.
St Paul on June 3 reported ex mayor Robert A Smith aged 81 received an $11 000 envelope from 81 local businessmen as thanks for fifty years in county office. Once wealthy, his bank failure forced sale of all property to protect depositors and ease losses.
Kalamazoo welcomes about 10000 visitors for the state Elks convention. Grand Exalted Ruler John K. Tener of Pittsburgh attends as the organization plans a parade, public reception, dinner, carriage rides, and other social events between business sessions.
Pittsburg June 3 The general assembly of the United Presbyterian church debated race in a session on the Freedmen's Missions report led by Rev Dr J W Withereppon. A resolution to place northern colored congregations under presbyteries and bring churches under home missions was adopted. Funds securing a $10 000 Carnegie library for Knoxville College were announced.
A playful exchange notes that since the town voted dry, lampposts are unused. The quote questions whether streets are lit by electricity and the response confirms no need for lighting infrastructure after prohibition.
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