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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1914

Page

5

Peek-a-Boo Will Peek in Athens Travels for King Hardware

The Commerce Observer highlights Will Peek of Athens formerly Woodstock Oglethorpe county Ga who covers Northeast Georgia for King Hardware Company of Atlanta. Known as Peek-a-Boo his rose filled persona and sunny optimism uplift customers while his salesmanship builds a large patronage for John L Arnold on Jackson Street.

Commerce Observer Commerce Will Peek Woodstock Oglethorpe County Athens Georgia King Hardware Company Atlanta Peek Hall

The Woman and the Law Speech Analysis by P F Brock

A Georgia attorney and University of Georgia assistant argues in a city hall debate that women’s legal standing in Georgia favors men financially. He notes wives’ wages and debts rights, dower from real estate, and support obligations, questioning suffrage as a remedy.

P. F. Brock University of Georgia The Equal Suffrage League Georgia Zoccurae

Mallory Wins County Tax Collector Seat

In the Saturday primary Walter Mallory defeated H H Linton to become tax collector for the next term. Incumbent tax receiver Dorsey was re elected by overwhelming support, with Weatherly reelected as county coroner and E I Smith as county treasurer. Clerk of the superior court sheriff surveyor and all three county commissioners were returned without opposition.

Walter Mallory H. H. Linton Dorsey Clarkes Weatherly E. I. Smith Superior Court Elmer J. Crawford Walter ©. Jackson W. A. Mallory SF J Nee C. N. Weatherly R. L. Bramblett Tee Joseph M. Hodgson J. L. McLeroy Thee

Women and Ballot Rights in Georgia Debate 1914

The piece argues about Georgia suffrage and 1914 reforms detailing alimony, homestead rights, and how voting may affect women. It contrasts male governance with women gaining political power and discusses duties tied to suffrage, taxes, and civic participation. John L. Arnold is cited in a closing line about paint.

Georgia

Henderson defeats Comer in Alabama governor runoff

Charles Henderson of Troy won the Alabama gubernatorial nomination defeating former Governor B B Comer in a runoff held after the April 6 primary. W L Martin was nominated attorney general and A A Persons likely won commissioner of agriculture over J A Wade. EB Almon leads W W Callahan for successor to late Congressman Frank White in the U S Senate race.

Associated Press Birmingham Ala Charles Henderson Troy Alabama B. B. Comer Henderson W. L. Martin A. A. Persons J. A. Wade EB. Almon Tuscumbia W. W. Callahan Decatur Frank 8 White United States

Georgia 1914 Political Announcements for State Offices

A compilation of 1914 candidate declarations from Georgia figures A B Stovall Clarke County Arnold Rhodes Brown and W J Speer announcing runs for U S senate state senate Clark County representation and state treasurer with requests for Democratic primary support and endorsements in the upcoming election. The notices date from February to August 1914 and identify the officials and districts involved.

Georgia J. Stovall Elberton Clarke County General Assembly State of Georgia C. H. Arnold, JR Democratic Party J. F. Rhodes L. 0 Brown People of W. J. Speer

Bar Examination Date Changed to June 24 1914

The clerk of the Superior Court receives notice that the bar exam for admission to practice will be held on Wednesday, June 24, the day after the fourth Monday in June. Joseph A Crone secretary and member of the State Board of Law Examiners asks inform law students planning to apply for admission.

Superior Court Joseph A. Crone State Board of Law Examiners

Most Prompt and Economical Cure for Bad Col ds

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is promoted as a quick and economical cold cure. The ad claims it relieves chest congestion aids expectoration opens secretions and restores health. It highlights worldwide sales and urges purchase from dealers.

Chamberlain

Camp Life Embraced by Boys and Girls Camps

A period piece review discusses camps as elegant, meaningful retreats that teach right living and self reliance. It notes differences between Iris and boys camps, the emphasis on swimming tests, canoe and sail safety, and activities like basketry archery and hiking. Nova Scotia is highlighted as a camp location.

Robert Louis Stevenson Jsirls America John Birch Park Nova Scotia

Endorsers Endorse Doan's Kidney Pills in Athens Ad

An Athens resident Mia Richards of Thomas Street continues endorsing Doan's Kidney Pills for rheumatic kidney trouble. The ad claims renewed confidence from readers and urges purchase at five cents per box through local druggists.

Athens Dean Mia Richards Thomas Athena Doan Rilina

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Thedford John L. Arnold’s Jackson Street Law Mallory Linton J. H. Dorsey E. K. Greer McIntyre May Hfe John L. Arnold R. Palmer & Sons Comer Ady
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