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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1912

Page

8

Phi Delta Theta Home Company incorporation sought in Athens

Petition filed in Clarke County Superior Court seeks charter for The Phi Delta Theta Home Company to own property and provide student housing for University of Georgia members for twenty years. Stock set at 16000 dollars, with optional increase to 25000 dollars, and powers to sue, acquire real estate, issue notes, and wind up if needed.

Georgia Clarke County Superior Court Said County T. W. Reed R. P. Stephens EB. H. Dorsey A. H. Davenport Z. V. Carter, Jr W. R Phi Delta Theta Home Company Athens Phi Delta Theta University of Georgia Eborgia B. J. Crawford Phi Delta Theta Fraternity J. Crawford

Proposals for Public Printing in Georgia in 1912

Sealed proposals for two year public printing in Georgia will be received at the Office of the Secretary of State Atlanta for thirty days from June 1, 1912. The winning bidder must post a fifty thousand dollar bond with a surety company authorized to operate in the state. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved.

Georgia Clarke County Alice Venable Beulah V. Hood Court of Ordinary B. Wingfield Department of State Atlanta

Neenah man breaks ribs after severe cough

After a frightful coughing spell a Neenah man suffered two broken ribs. The report cites relief with Dr King’s New Discovery. The ad touts a free trial bottle and urges persistent use for coughs colds and lung issues with testimonials from Eve Morton and others.

Neenah Wis

Children of the Confederacy to Hold Conference in Atlanta

The state conference of the Children of the Confederacy meets in Atlanta June 12 and 13 at the Aragon hotel with sessions led by Julia Jackson chapter and United Daughters of the Confederacy in Atlanta. Delegates hear talks on promoting activity and scholarship and discuss editorial myths in youth literature. Social events include a matinee at Forsyth theater and receptions at Mary Griffith home and Ormewood Court.

Children of the Confederacy Atlanta State Conference of the Children of the Confederacy Aragon Hotel Mary Gray Mra. Blackburn Children of the Confederacy Conference C. B. Wilmer Jules Jackson Forsyth Theater Julia Jackson Mary Griffith Forrest Avenue Derry Stockbridge Ormewood Court J. J. Simpson Goraon Street

Hall retires after forty five years of service

Brig. Gen. William P. Hall longtime head of the adjutant general's department retires on age after a career spanning frontier duty Indian warfare and notable actions including the Whitestone Mountain Big Horn and Yellowstone campaigns and a Congressional Medal of Honor for rescuing a fellow officer from 35 Redskins.

Washington, D. C William P. Hall Adjutant General's Department Ainsworth Hall Missouri Weat Point Spain

Georgia Mill Meet at Warm Springs Styles Association

Georgia cotton mill leaders gathered in Warm Springs to an annual session. The Georgia Industrial Association was renamed the Manufacturers' Association of Georgia, with Fred B. Gordon named president and Harry L. Williams secretary and treasurer. The election also selected eight vice presidents and twelve directors.

Warm Springs Georgia Georgia Industrial Associaon Manufacturers’ Association of Georgia Fred B. Gordon Columbus Harry L. Williams

Veteran Forbes to enter featherweight as Canole retires

The veteran Harry Forbes once a bantam champion will enter the featherweight class. Martin Canole of Fall River has retired from boxing for good.

Harry Forbes Bantan Cham Martin Canole Fall River

Woman from Akron Reveals Kidney Problem Relief

Mrs J B Heary of Akron Michigan explains how she reduced expenses while dealing with kidney trouble. She notes persistent urinary issues and seeking practical home and medical strategies to manage costs. She emphasizes staying informed and careful budgeting amid health challenges.

Mra. J. BE. Heary Akron, Mich

Bucklen’s Antiseptic Salve Promises Quick Healing

The advertisement touts Bucklen’s Antiseptic Salve as a fast remedy for burns cuts bruises bullet wounds and explosions as well as boils ulcers eczema sore lips and piles. Priced at 25 cents at all druggists.

Anita

Institute Offers To Fayetteville Town Farmers Institute

The State College of Agriculture Athens offers Fayetteville a farmers Institute on Friday July 19. Fayetteville county president A O Bla lock and secretary W M Speer will organize the institute as soon as farmers show interest. Also note an advertisement for Chamberlains Tablets promoting digestion and regular bowels for middle aged and older readers.

State College of Agriculture Athens Fayetteville Farmers’ Institute Blalock W. M. Speer Fayette County

Anglo-Canadian Wedding in London for Miss Gladys Howland

London June 12 prominent Canadians in London attended the wedding of Miss Gladys Howland and Lieut Col Percival E Thacker formerly of Ottawa. The bride is daughter of the late W H Howland and niece of Lady Tilley of Fredericton. The ceremony was at All Saints church En nismore Gardens followed by a reception at Hyde Park.

London Gladys Howland Percival E. Thacker Ottawa W. H. Howland Lady Tilley Fredericton, N. RB All Saints’ Church Ennismore Gardens Hyde Park Hotel

New York Delegates Head to GFWC Biennial in Luxury Train

Several hundred New York delegates depart for the General Federation of Women's Clubs biennial convention in San Francisco carrying a large presidential boom for Mrs. Philip Carpenter. They travel in a 25-car special train on the New York Central and Santa Fe route, with return trips via Seattle Portland British Columbia and Winnipeg.

New York Philip Carpenter General Federation of Women's Clubs San Francisco New York Central Santa Fe Seattle Portland British Columbia Winnipeg

Commencement for Iowa State University Class of 1912

Towa City Ia June 12 The class of 1912 at the State University of Iowa received diplomas at the annual commencement exercises. Dr John H Finley of the College of the City of New York delivered the address to the graduates.

Towa City State University of Iowa John H. Finley City of New York

Asbury Park Preparations for G A R Encampment

Asbury Park in patriotic dress for the Grand Army veterans of New Jersey forty fifth annual state encampment assembling here tomorrow for a two day session. The Women's Relief Corps Sons of Veterans and other affiliated organizations will meet with the veterans.

Asbury Park N. J Asbury

Move on Now! Says a policeman to a street crowd

An old advertisement promotes Dr. Ming's New Life Pills with a harsh tone claiming to ease bowel congestion. It markets the pills as a neat solution that persuades bowels to act, promising health benefits for 26 cents.

Ming

Rousseau 200th Birthday Celebrations Begin in Paris

Paris marks the 200th anniversary of Jean Jacques Rousseau’s birth with ceremonies and observances. Geneva and other places tied to the philosopher plan similar commemorations.

Paris Jean Jacques Rousseau Geneva Rousseau

Mt Holyoke completes 75th Commencement in South Hadley

The seventy fifth annual commencement at Mt Holyoke College in South Hadley Mass was held today. Rev Charles R Brown of Oakland California delivered the address to the graduating class and 170 members received diplomas from President Woolley. Also an advertisement notes Chamberlains Tablets for gentle bowel movement sold by dealers.

Mount Holyoke South Hadley Mass Mt. Holyoke College Charles R. Brown Oakland Woolley

Young Army Officers Graduate at West Point

Members of the class of 1912 at the United States Military Academy received diplomas from Major General Thomas H. Barry. Secretary of War Stimson and many senior officers attended on the platform with civilians and lawmakers also present. A note on a sprained ankle offering a three to four day recovery is included.

West Point N. Y United States Military Academy Thomas H. Barry Stimson Senate House

Maryland Firemen Gather for State Meeting and Tournament

Hagerstown Maryland June 12 The Maryland Firemen's Association opened its annual meeting and tournament here today. The gathering will continue until Friday night. Fire fighters from all corners of the state are here to contest in the many events scheduled and many of the aggregations are accompanied by bands.

Hagerstown Maryland Firemen's Association

Farms for Sale Near Athens and Surrounding Counties

Classified notice lists multiple farm parcels for sale in Oglethorpe Morgan Oconee Greene and Clarke Counties near Athens. Properties include 1200 acres at $40 per acre five miles from Athens on an easy road and other tracts ranging 60 to 210 acres with roads named Hull Jefferson and Monroe. Terms described as easy.

Athens Excellent Hull Road Bishop Oconee County Jefferson Road Monroe Road Bogart Road Oglethorpe Morgan, Ooonee Greene Clarke Counties

Elberton pastor found in Denver in need of funds

Rev. Sam C. Dean of Elbert on First Baptist Church, missing since May after leaving Oklahoma City, located in Denver ill and short of cash. A telegram asked $126 and said he would return home. deacons report he had $500 when he left Elbert on May 15. Crisis prompts church to consider accepting his resignation.

Elberton Sam C. Dean Elberton First Baptist Church Southern Baptist Convention Oklahoma City Denver Colo Dean Hawes Mr. Tean Elbert Kansas City

Summer Kindergarten Repeats At Athens Summer School

Athens women and little tots show renewed interest in a Summer Kindergarten run by Miss Oppenheimer. Limited spaces require early chairs. Supt. Wooster handles inquiries in her absence. The Summer School of Domestic Science moves July 1 to August 2 to the State Normal School with Miss Edna M. Randall in charge.

Athens Oppenheimer Lfe T. J. Wooster State Normal School University Edna M. Randall

One Man to Play Seven Inventions at Once at Fiddlers’ Event

Lawrenceville Ga June 12 Special to the Banner LaFayette Norris from near Norcross will perform seven instruments simultaneously at the July 4 fiddlers convention Whistling the tune as well to create eight sounds from one performer The listed instruments include fiddle banjo guitar drum harp bass fiddle and dulcimer Also noted as participants are Gid Kennedy Eli McDaniel Lee Clark Kim Clark Clark Burnett Tom Tunnlee Emil Hughes Bob Burnett Robert Bailey Elmer Jones Charlie Jones Henry Dickerson Frank Roberts J J Stapp Tom Burnett Tom Williams Carl Jones Gordon aaarp

Lawrenceville LaFayette Norris Norcross Norris Mr. Norris Gid Kennedy Eli McDaniel Lee Clark Kim Clark Clark Burnett Tom Tunnlee Emil Hughes Bob Burnett Robert Bailey Elmer Jones Charlie Jones Henry Dickerson

Record of Southeast construction boom trends and new projects

Industrial Index notes a peak in contracts for construction and machinery in the Southeast with nineteen new corporations forming this week and plans for an industrial town in Alabama. Projects include hotels in Savannah and Pensacola, school buildings in Georgia and Florida, bridges, paving, and new industrial plants across multiple states. A testimonial from Mrs. M A McLaughlin promotes Foley Kidney Pills.

Columbus The Industrial Index Southeast Alabama Savannah Florida South Georgia Ft. Lauderdale Fila Savandah River Bridge Dougherty County Ensley Ala Alabama City Tallapoosa Warsaw Commerce Cullman Albany Brooksville Fla Anniston Macon Athens LiveOak Talladega Montgomery Birmingham Tampa Barnesville Coffee County Senois Pensacola Atlanta Thomasville Oil Decatur Dublin Eatonton Key West Montesuma Coolidge Jacksonville Royston Brunswick Caryville Pia

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Georgia School of Technology Atlanta, GA Ga. Tech K. G. Matheson Ll.d Georea Ino, J Strickland Petiioners Eald County Eer Goor Sald Leing Nowhere Road Ald Jerry Gray J. F. Clotfelter Gray Old Nowhere Road James F. Allgood Nicholson Henry Comer Comer Co. T. Young J. F. Allgood W. H. Doolittle HH. C. Doolittle T. W. Wallace Rosa Wallace I. W. Wallace B. Wingfield, SR Mary Buchwald Ephraim Buchwald Secretaew Mey Philip Cook WM. A. Wright W. J. Speer Pere Anos LAO Liverpool Chicago Confederacy Gen. Hall Georgia Mill Chamberlain Iowa University New Jersey Chamberlains Maryland Firemen's Annual Meeting Stephenson & Hull Athens, Ga M. A. McLaughlin Jay J. LaCross Foley Voley
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