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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1913

Page

5

Political Duty Independence the South’s Duty 10 The Nation

Hon Eugene Black addresses Georgia alumni on political independence for the South. He traces the nation’s origins, notes Southern leadership in early history, denounces agitators and foreign influences, and urges Southerners to reclaim political autonomy and leadership.

Eugene Black R. Black Atlanta Alumni Association The University of Georgia South New South Republic New England New Amsterdam Virginia Hugenots Carolinas Georgia Jefferson Washington Marshall

President as Lobbyist? Labor and Temperance Lobby in Capital

Senate lobby committee hears Sen Smith charge that labor unions and farmers groups sway policy through the sundry civil bill. He cites the American Federation of Labor and sugar interests as active lobbies and notes temperance supporters also maintain a presence in Washington. He says presidents may use influence and recounts past investigations.

Labor Washington William Alden Smith Michigan Senate Lobby Wilson Samuel Gompers American Federsion of Labor Senator Smith John Norris People Temperance People Smith

Georgia High School Enrollment Growth Report 1912-13

Prof J. S Stewart presents state wide growth in accredited high schools for 1912-13. Public four year schools rose to 73 with 3427 boys and 4937 girls enrolled. total 18364. Nine year increase shows fourfold gains in enrollment and graduates. industrial courses remain scarce.

J. 5. Stewart Department of Secondary Education Georgia

Broad Cotton Prospects Improve Across Southern States

Weather and planting conditions vary by state with favorable growth ahead in Tennessee Mississippi Alabama and Georgia while North and South Carolina face risks from cold rain. Overall crops show healthy cultivation soil condition and moisture, though some grass and weed issues persist.

J. B. Turner Memphis Tennessee Mississippi Alabama Georgia Carolinas North Carolina South Carolina Arkansas Louisiana Texas

Governor Brown Likely to Enter Race for U S Senate

Atlanta, June 17. Indications grow that Governor Jos M Brown will run for the United States Senate next year. Politicians say he has strong momentum, with Brown silent on the matter until he is ready to declare. If a contest develops, Brown or Governor elect John M Slaton may oppose Senator Hoke Smith.

Atlanta Jos. M. Brown United States Senate South Georgia People of Georgia Hoke Smith Governor Brown John M. Slaton Senate Brown Georgia

Kickapoo Worm Killer Promises Health for Children

An 19th century advertisement claims Kickapoo Worm Killer cures worm infestations in children, reducing fretfulness and stomach pains. It cites Mrs. J. Brisbin of Elgin Illinois praising the product and urges purchase from druggists or via mail. The candy lozenge is offered for 25 cents by Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co.

J. 4. Brisbin Elgin, II Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co Philadelphia St. Louis

Scholarship of Class of 1888 at Georgia to raise loan fund

At their twenty fifth anniversary banquet the University of Georgia class of 1888 proposed a three thousand dollar fund to assist students. Thirty eight members pledge as installments over five years to create a loan fund run like the Brown fund. Committee chaired by Q L Williford with E B Cohen A Heyman and E J Bondurant.

University of Georgia Q. L. Williford Madison E. B. Cohen Athens A. Heyman Atlanta E. J. Bondurant

Chamberlains Colle Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy Ad

An endorsement urging every family to keep Chamberlains Colle Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy during summer. It claims the remedy is invaluable, cost-effective, and essential for hot months, and notes it is sold by all dealers with emphasis on immediate purchase.

Barrow County Proposal Faces Legislature's Early Scrutiny

In Winder, locals welcome many legislators to Atlanta as the opening session nears. Representatives visit the field to gauge their stance on Barrow county and other county propositions. Winder seeks support while noting arriving members largely express friendship and pledge influence for the new county.

Atlanta County Warren Hardeman Candler Bar- Tow Winder Barrow County Barrow

Mrs Floyd Foster Buried Here Yesterday

The burial of Mrs Floyd Foster occurred yesterday afternoon at Oconee cemetery. Rev Troy e Patty of Emmanuel church officiated as mourners followed the flower banked casket. She died on the operating table in an Atlanta sanitarium from heart failure during an appendicitis operation. She had lived in Madison for two years, formerly Miss Mary Thomas of Athens. She leaves four children and two sisters in Atlanta and Macon who attended the funeral, with many friends in Athens joining in sympathy.

Floyd Foster Troy E Patty Emmanuel Church Oconee Cemetery Foster Atlanta Madison Mary Thomas Robert Hodgson Robert Jones Small Macon Athens

Best Laxative for the Aged by Dr King's Pills

An advertisement promotes Dr King s New Life Pills as a safe gentle laxative for the aged. It claims prompt action with no pain and lists a price of 25 cents. The ad notes endorsement by H R Palmer & Sons.

Cotton position heads important cotton position

Mr. B. Carter travels to Charleston to attend the Southern Textile Association board meeting at Isle of Palms this afternoon and tonight. The association includes the largest cotton mill men in the South and naming Carter as chairman honors his cotton manufacturing knowledge. The text also includes an advertisement for Chamberlains Pain Relief.

B. Carter Charleston 8. C Southern Textile Association Isle of Palms South Carter

Great Antiseptic Pain Relief for Man and Beast

Primitive ad promotes Mexican Mustang Liniment claiming relief for spavins lame stock and cattle ailments. It advertises oils that soak into bone, banish pain, and aid shoe and lameness issues in horses and cattle ailments.

Unclear Local Notice From Fragmentary OCR

Fragmentary text from a Ga location discusses horses stock and cheaper methods for farmers and families. The legible portion mentions horses stock and a general recommendation but lacks full facts on event date place or authorities.

Mass Meeting to Discuss Future of Western & Atlantic Railroad

Atlanta leaders announce a mass meeting for Thursday night to decide whether to call a statewide convention on the future of the Western & Atlantic Railroad, Georgia’s key asset and pivotal to freight rates, with action desired before the 1919 lease expiry. Public sentiment and prudent timing are emphasized.

Atlanta Western & Atlantic Railroad Nashville Chattanooga St. Louis Georgia Dicker

Take Plenty of Time to Eat and Chamberlain's Tablets

A warning against rapid eating links it to indigestion and constipation and urges thorough chewing and salivation. It promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as a safe, pleasant remedy that eases stomach trouble and constipation when fullness or dullness after meals occurs.

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