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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1907

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Parsonage Dedication At First Methodist Church

Last evening the First Methodist parsonage was formally dedicated in a large ceremony led by Dr Isaac S Hopkins formerly pastor of the church. Mrs E W Speer of the city was honored as guest of the evening. Social reception followed with tea and sandwiches as committees praised the lavish furnishings and bright rooms prepared by Epworth League ladies and church ladies. The event marked the parsonage as an outstanding home for the minister.

First Methodist Church Th Church Isaac 5. Hopkins LaGrange E. W. Speer Dr Speer Sper A. E. Grady Methodist Church Luke G. Johnson Hopking Epworth League Dlung F. W. Speer

Death of Fourteen Day Old Babe Brings Grief to Flanagan Family

Wednesday night at the home of Mr. W. H. Flanagan on Cemetery Street a fourteen day old infant died. The baby’s funeral was held yesterday afternoon conducted by Mr. Gardwell. The remains were laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery. An advertisement for DeWitt’a Kidney and Bladder Pills appears at the end.

W. H. Flanagan Cemetery Street Gardwell Oeoned

Athens Votes Bond Issues for University of Georgia

City council approved placing bonds for fifty thousand dollars to fund University of Georgia buildings and twenty five thousand for the university itself. Sewer bonds of twenty five thousand dollars can be voted under existing law. Notice will be given and the bill sent through the legislature, after which an election on the bonds will be held.

City of Athens University of

State Normal School Promenade and Evening Exercises

The State Normal School begins summer exercises with juniors holding a promenade last night. Tonight at eight thirty the gym classes under Migs Ford present a display. An eight o'clock auditorium concert and a detailed program follow with music and performances from both women and men groups.

State Normal School Ion Migs Ford Guinn Sousa Brown—Normal School Orchestra

Mallory Buys Interest in Lanier Shoe Business

Mr H M Mallory of Sylvanta Ga has purchased an interest in the Lanier shoe business and will be active in management. Lanier plans a health trip west in coming days. The Banner welcomes him as a new city citizen and asks readers if they favor bonds.

H. M. Mallory Sylvanta Ga C. A. Lanier Lapier West Mallory

Georgia Odd Fellows Adjourn Convention In Georgia

The Grand Lodge of Georgia Odd Fellows adjourned in Columbus to meet in Macon next year after a business filled session. About eight thousand dollars deposited for expenses was largely used for rail fare and per diem of delegates. relief to widows and orphans continued with two thousand set aside. Officers and Rebekah assembly officers were installed and adjourned to Macon next May.

W. C. Woodall Columbus Grand Lodge of Georgia Odd Fellows Macon Order Grand Lodge Georgia Rf |Grand Lodge Odd Fellows State Assembly of the Rebekahs Rebekahs L. Helen Tohr

Mayors Convention Prep Behind Athens Barbecue and Elks Plans

Athens prepares for the upcoming mayors convention with the ex-mayors in charge of Tuesday's barbecue. The Elks appoint a nine member entertainment committee and invite visitors to use the Elks Home as headquarters. Local business leaders urged to tidy and decorate shops to boost the event and Greater Athens prospects.

Athens Elks Mcasra F. J. Caribera W. P. Jackson J. Stacker C. B. Griffith Atheneul Greater

Good Words for Chamberlains Cough Remedy

Testimonies praise Chamberlains Cough Remedy for widespread use. Mrs Edward Philips of Barclay Maryland says her two year old daughter has used it since infancy for colds and she recovered from a recent severe cold after taking the remedy. The product is sold by H R Palmer & Sons W J Smith & Bro L P Canning E C McEvoy and Orr Drug Co in Athens Georgia.

Chamberlain Edward Philips Barclay Catherine H.R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro L. P. Canning E. C. McEvoy and Orr Drug Co Athens, Ga

Protracted Oconee Street Methodist Services Near End

The Oconee Street Methodist church holds nightly services led by Rev. E. A. Caldwell with strong attendance and moving sermons. He urged clear repentance and Christ as remedy, with many seeking prayers from the congregation. Tonight's topic will be For God So Loved the World and worship is urged by all Christians.

Oconee Street Methodist Church E. A. Caldwell Caldwell Jesus Christ Jesus God

Boy Cured of Eczema by Electric Bitters Claim

A Henriet ta Pennsylvania parent describes a five year eczema battle in a son with failing lungs. After two doctors deemed it hopeless the family found improvement after using Electric Bitters, continuing until a complete cure. Advertised by local drugstores as the best blood medicine and body building tonic.

N. A. Adams Henrietta W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons

Injured in Central Railroad wreck return home

Capt G E Deadwyler W P Vonderal Miss Hattle Tuck and Mrs R L Johnson, all injured in the Central Railroad wreck near Sllisboro, have returned to Athens after two days in Macon city hospital. Deadwyler has a five inch head gash, Vonderal suffered head and side injuries and possible pneumonia, Johnson and Tuck bruised with shock, Langford of Watkinsville also returned badly hurt, Judge C T Young was among the injured back at Digoworke.

Central Railroad Sllisboro G. E. Deadwyler W. P. Vonderal Macon City Apt Deadwyler Vonderau Macon Vonderan Dougherty Street Johnson Miss Tuck Langford Watkinsville

Dr White to Speak at Michigan Agricultural College Jubilee

Dr H C White president of the State College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts will have a leading role in the Michigan Agricultural College semi centennial celebration set for May 26 to 31 The event will feature a baccalaureate sermon by Rev Matthew H Buckam and addresses by noted agricultural leaders including President Roosevelt on May 31 The program marks a major Southern representation at the oldest agricultural college in America

H. C. White State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts Michigan Agricultural College Agricultural College America Tis Matthew H. Buckam American Association of Agricultural Colleges and Experiment Stations Agricultural Collegea Roosevelt Dr. White South

Dr King’s New Discovery Promises Cure for Coughs

Alexander Benton of Fort Edward New York credits Dr King’s New Discovery with curing his asthma years ago and aiding his daughter in law’s incipient consumption. He praises the product as marvelous and notes a trial bottle is free with a purchase guarantee from local druggists.

Alexander Benton Fort Edward N. Y King Ying W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons

Adoption of Ruthie Maxie Powers Confirmed by Clerk

Clerk H Humphrey of Lumberton N C confirms that Ruthie Maxie Powers was adopted by J H Arnold on February 8 of the cited year. He recalls the parties arriving with their attorney R E Lee and signing documents. he notes the mother’s consent and Arnold’s alleged religious ties without personal knowledge of the individuals.

Athens Lumberton N.C Ruth Maxie Powers J. H. Arnold W. H. Humphrey Superior Court Arnold Humphrey N. C Ruthie Maxie Powera Anoka Powers Ruthie Maxie Powers R. E. Lee H. Humphrey

City Court Clears Multiple Cases

In city court Judge Cobb disposed of several cases yesterday. Two vagrancy cases against Mary Foster and Anderson Ford were not pressed for coat payments. Jim Pardo was acquitted of trespass. John Jones received a hearing for striking Mr Green Arnold’s horse on Clayton Street, causing the animal to run away and break a buggy. Judge G C Thomas represented Arnold and Col J L Hull represented Jones, with a decision reserved to a later date.

Cobb Mary Foster Anderson Ford Jim Pardo John Jones Green Arnold Clayton Street G. C. Thomas Mr. Arnold Col. J. L. Hull Jones

Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup Claims Superior Benefits

An advertisement touts Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as better than rivals, asserting its laxative principle ensures strong bowel action while soothing throat irritation and reducing mucous membrane inflammation. It contains Honey and Tar and is described as pleasant for children. sold by Orr Drug Co.

Kennedy Orr Orug

Suffering to Wellness Through Dr Hartman Remedy

Mrs Louis Lacomb of Hayward Wisconsin reports long severe pains and headaches eased after a short course of Peruna. She credits the Hartman Sanitarium for guidance and urges others to seek advice or buy the remedy from The Peruna Drug Mfg Co in Columbus Ohio with prepaid shipping.

Louis Lacomb Hayward Wis 8. B. Hartman Hartman Sanitarium Columbia Ohio Peruna Mfg. Go Columbus Express

Mr W W Brooks Seriously Hurt In Accident

City Marshal Brooks returned from Talladega Alabama where he and Mrs Brooks were called after their son Mr W W Crooke suffered a severe accident. A frightened horse ran away throwing Brooks and crushing his skull with serious injuries. Doctors feared for his recovery though signs of improvement appeared yesterday. Mrs Brooks stayed with him and he will be moved to Athens when stable. Friends extend sympathy and prayers for a full recovery.

Brooks Talladega Ala W. W. Crooke Featerday

Mrs McKinley in Dying Condition Amid Stroke

Widow of President McKinley suffers a paralytic stroke at Canton Ohio and remains unconscious with no hope of recovery. Dr. O E Porter reports her condition grave as Surgeon General Rixey is asked to visit and local physicians hold a consultation at the McKinley home. Mrs McKinley had recent grip, bronchitis, and a recent apoplexy left arm paralysis before slipping into coma.

Canton, O McKinley Home Mrg McKinley

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