New Chapel Planned by Presbyterians in East Athens
The Presbyterian denomination in the city will build a neat wooden chapel on Oconee street near Dr. R. Carr’s residence. The hall will seat about 150 people, be ready by mid May, and host weekly Sunday school and regular preaching at varying times. The move aims to serve Presbyterian families in the area and promote church work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thi Vity
Oconee Street
Athens
Dr. R. Carr
Presbyterian Church
Vas
Preslaterians
Protracted Meeting At West End Church Placed
West End Baptist Church hosts a prolonged revival with Rev F L Ward preaching nightly at eight. The pastor expects aid soon from a leading evangelist and extends a cordial invitation to all in the city’s east end to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
F L. Ward
Agricultural Hall Under Rapid Construction at University of Georgia
Work on the new Agricultural Hall on the University of Georgia campus progresses rapidly as crews build the third story walls. J G Hardman, chairman of the building committee, visited Athens to inspect progress and ensure board matters are handled. The hall is expected to be ready for occupancy at the opening of the university next September, with agriculture department enrollment projected to increase by 100 to 150. The building, the largest on campus, will cost about 100000 dollars excluding equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Georgia
J. G. Hardman
Board of ‘Vustecs
Athens
Board of Nistees
Democrats applaud Roosevelt tariff revision message
Washington March 25 A presidential message reading tariff revision drew handclaps from Democratic members in the House amid hopes Congress may act quickly on wood pulp and paper tariff reductions. Republicans remained silent as the Senate received the message without comment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Senate
Return day calendar for Clarke Superior Court April term
The Clarke Superior Court April term returns a light docket with mostly minor cases and several divorce suits. Notable entries include Lester v. Lester, Wood v. Harp, Virgil v. Jones, Bales v. Southern Railway, Jones v. Hun administrator, Lutita McLaroy v. Virtual Life Industrial, Griffith & Welch v. Weatherly, Barrett v. Central of Georgia Railway, Anna Scott v. Athens Electric Railway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarke Superior Court
J.D. Lester
Willie
Lester
A. J. Wood
DB Har
Ed Jones
Cdl
J. J. Hun
Admr
Adeline Jones
Lutita McLaroy
Virtual Life Industrial Association of Georgia
Grifith & Welch
J. M. Weatherly
Thomas Barrett, Jr
Central of Georg Railway Co
Anna Scott
Athens Electric Railway Co
Athens Lodge Elects Officers For Next Term
The Athens Lodge 790 B P.O. E. held its annual meeting on Broad street. Officers elected for twelve months include M. G. Michael Exalted Ruler J. F. Hart Leading Knight K K Cobb Loyal Knight C C Birchmore Lecturing Knight B Dobbs Treasurer E Bancroft Trustee. The year was prosperous with much good accomplished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Lodge
Broad Street
M. G. Michael
J. F. Hart
KK. N. Cobb
C.C .Birchmore
B. Dobbs
Fog
E Bancroft
Sophomore Declamation Contest Dates Announced
The Sophomore Declamation contest to select ten speakers for the silver cup at commencement will be held in the chapel on March 31 from 8 to 10. The Sophomore debaters meet in the faculty room tomorrow night at 8, Freshman debaters on the eve of the 30th at 8, and the Junior orators contest is set for April 13 from 8 to 11 in the chapel.
Cash Offer for One-Year Twin Newspaper Subscription
The Banner announces a special rubbing rate with Memphis Weekly Commercial Appeal offering both papers for one year at the regular subscription price of $1.00. The Commercial Appeal is highlighted as a leading South paper and the goal is to attract many new subscriptions with this cash offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis Weekly Commercial Appeal
South
Bloodworth to Run Against Bartlett in Georgia District
Atlanta March 25 Hon O J B Bloodworth of Monroe county will seek the sixth district congressional seat against Representative Charles L Bartlett. Bloodworth, current senior solicitor general of the Flint circuit for fourteen years, plans a vigorous campaign after a formal announcement in coming days.
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Loodworth
Bartlett
Auanta
O. J. B. Bloodworth
Monroe County
Charles L. Bartlett
Bloodworth
Democratic Executive Committee
Sixth District
Flint
Schuberts to Perform at Athens Lodge Event
The Schubert Symphony Club and Lady Orchestra headline a Thursday evening concert on April 2 at the Athens Lodge BPOE. Proceeds aid charitable work, with strong local interest noted from the Frisco Call praise of last night’s YMCA performance and frequent encores.
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Athens Lodge
Schubert Symphony Club
South
The
Elke
Annual Meeting of the Seed Crushers in Georgia
President I M Harper of the Cotton Seed Crushers Association of Georgia names the arrangements committee for the June meeting. The group will decide date and speakers and may meet in ten days at a place chosen by the chairman. Invitations go to Meriwether White Sulphur Springs Warm Springs Wrightsville Beach Toxaway and Atlantic Beach Florida.
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Atlanta
Harper
Cotton Seed Crushers’ Association of Georgia
Fielding Wallace
Augusta
W. E. McCaw
Macon
Claud Douthit
W.M. Hutchinson
Meriwether White Sulphur Springs
Warm Springs
Wrightsville Beach
Toxaway
Atlantic Beach
Florida
Georgia
Wallace
New Ambassador Rejected by German Emperor
Washington reports Germany refuses to receive Dr. David Jayne Hill as American ambassador to Germany after Charlemagne Tower resigns. Hill, now minister to The Hague, was tied to a visit years ago by Prince Henry, altering relations with Emperor William. Also notes Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emperor William
Washington
David Jayne Hill
Charlemange Tower
Dr. Hill
The
Hague
Hay
Hill
William
America
Prince Henry
Offenge
Dr Dupree Elected Second Lieutenant in Athens Guards
At a meeting of the Athens Guards Mr Dan Dupree was elected to second lieutenant. He accepted the position and his commission will be forwarded from the state capital after official notification from the adjutant general. The company now lists fifty eight enlisted men and is in excellent condition.
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Athens Guards
Athens
Dan Dupree
Leutenant
Dupree
Etaté
Louis Ud
Farswas
Ape Meath
Eld Garman bardMuller
Justus Muller
Wieabadeh
Louisiana Primary Law Declared Unconstitutional
A Louisiana civil district court ruled the state's primary election laws unconstitutional and void. The ruling cites violations of federal and state constitutions including US Senate nominations, voter eligibility, and rapid court appeals. An appeal to the state supreme court is planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Louisiana
King
Civil District Court
Secretary of State
United States
State Supreme Court
Fight over Dispensary Revives in North Augusta
Augusta Ga March 25 a lively meeting in the school house opened the fight against the dispensary in North Augusta Those at a distance cannot grasp the bitterness with both sides straining efforts Receipts fall as blind tigers in the city sap funds The campaign is led by JT Barkesdale Rev Wilkinson J Howard Carpenter and others 300 voters to be canvassed women play a prominent role W D Upshaw to speak before the election set for April 15
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta
JT. Barkesdale
Wilkinson
St. Janes Methodist Episcopal Church
J. Howard Carpenter
North Augusta
W. D. Upslaw
Tobacco deal ends night riding in Kentucky White Burley
Reports claim the American Tobacco Company and the Society of Equity reached a Winchester agreement to buy 1906 and 1907 White Burley crops at 16 to 18 cents per pound and to block a 1908 crop. The pact, denied by some officials, would halt further violence as farmers prepare for a no-crop year in 1908.
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Cincinnati
Kentucky
Society of Equity
American Tobacco Company
New York
White Burley
Clarence Lebus
G. A. Brooks
White Burley Tobacco Board of Control
American Society of Equity
Lebus
White Burney Board of Central
Judge N E Harris Visits City on Legal Matters
Judge N E Harris of Macon, a University of Georgia trustee, spent yesterday in the city on legal business and is noted for his many local friends. An advertisement touts Preventics cold tablets with a $100 offer against a 25 cent box, claiming safety for feverish children and quick relief from colds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. E. Harris
Macon
University of Georgia
Shoop
H. R. Palmer & Sons
Peruna Tonic Praised For Nerve Fortification In Letters
A testimonial from Teotro City of Mexico dated Nov 3 1905 praises Peruna as a fortifying tonic for nerves and vitality. The letter from Miss P Monterde endorses La Peruna as the best pleasant tonic for women and notes increased appetite and blood enrichment without drug habit.
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Teatro
City of Mexico
Perona Drug Mfg. Co
Columbus
Ohio
U.S. A
P. Monterde
Wiss
Pilar ‘Monterde
Mfg. Co
Fise
Pilar Monterde
Queen Louise Portrait Linked to Prussian Court Beauty
The article discusses a 1879 painting of Queen Louise of Prussia, modeled by Fraulein Josefine von Zeigler und Hpphausen, chosen by Gustav Richter. Kaiser Wilhelm II viewed the work, praising its beauty yet denying any likeness to the queen.
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Cologne
Louise
Julius Muller
Gustav Richter
Fraulein Josefine von Ziegler Und
Khpphausen
Baron Tehodore von Zeigler
Fraulein von Zeigler
Richter
Allen's Foot Ease Advertisement Promises Quick Comfort
In a pinch use Allen's Vot-Ease to fit shoes one size smaller. It claims instant relief for sore feet, swollen feet, corns and calluses, plus relief from sweating and tired aching feet. Available at druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents with a free trial package and corn pad offer.
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Allen
Allen S. Olmstead
le Roy
State Fair to Return to Atlanta This Fall
The Georgia Farmers' Union approves an Atlanta Fair Association offer, ensuring Atlanta hosts the largest Georgia state fair in fall. State President R F P Duckworth says the Farmers Union takeover will make the event a grand success, drawing thousands of farmers from across the state. Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup remains listed in the text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Union
Atlanta
Georgia
R. F P. Duckworth
Rightly Roofed Buildings offer durable Cortright Metal Shingles
Bailey Supply Co promotes Cortright metal shingles claiming no leaks or repairs, wind and fire resistance, and long life equal to the building. They advertise a free 56 page booklet titled Rightly Roofed Buildings. Athens Georgia.
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Free
Bailey Supply Company
Athens
Georgia
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F. L. Ward
Roosevelt
DeWitt
Clarke Superior Lex
Emma Virgil
Willis Jones
H. St Bales
Southern Railway
M. G. Richael
Schuberts
Elks
DR. Dupree
Tobacco Growers
Trust
Peruna
Peruna Drug Mfg. Co
Evpress
Kennedy
Cortright
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