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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1907
Page
4
The piece argues for stronger home economics and domestic training for girls within public schools. It cites the Savannah News on women’s education, warns of divorce issues from lack of practical skills, and urges institutional reform. It also discusses Democratic Party vitality, unity, and past achievements amid criticism of pessimism.
A conservative editorial argues democracy survives despite recent presidential setbacks. It warns pessimism harms Democrats and urges the party to pursue influence as both minority and future majority, ending with a call to a clarion note from EX.
The Athens Chamber of Commerce says the Beuboard Air Line Railway must replace the patched old depot with a modern facility. They accuse the railroad of ignoring city needs and urge the Railroad Commission of Georgia to require a new depot costing about twelve thousand dollars.
Across the nation young women prepare for summer YWCA conferences. Leaders from New York, Englewood, Atlanta and Athens join college delegates for ten days of Bible study, lectures, and service, with rest and recreation scheduled afternoons.
Albuquerque May 18 Edmund G. Ross the Kansas Senator whose vote saved Andrew Johnson from removal faces reverent memory as his pension and life are recounted. The article recalls his steadfast oath, political risks, and reluctant fame while detailing his quiet New Mexico farm life and printing work.
An Athens advertisement touts Dean's Kidney Pills as a universal back pain remedy. It cites Mrs. B. H. Hemphill of 311 Prince Avenue praising rapid relief, improved sleep, and renewed mobility after trying various medicines. Sold by H. R. Palmer & Son and Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. price 50 cents. Remember the name Dean's.
The sixteenth annual Georgia Bankers Association meeting will be held in Macon on June 6. Officers will be elected on day one and a practical program with papers on banker matters is planned. The event marks the association’s long history and broad Georgia participation.
Dr M A Born of this city has secured a patent for an electrical device to prevent head end train collisions. Kansas City investor M H Loudon promotes a ten million dollar company and says the invention rivals Edison and Morse. The Interstate Commerce Commission and Chesapeake Bay Railway test confirm its efficacy.
Testimonial notice praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a mother describing its use for her two year old daughter and her own recovery from a cold. The remedy is advertised as sold by H R Palmer & Sons W J Smith & Bro L P Canning B C McEvoy and Orr Drug Co in Athens Georgia.
Mr. Charles N. Hodgson plans a handsome residence beyond Lynwood Park in Cathedral Pines. The project will begin soon with contracts let in a few days and is slated for completion by early fall at one of Athens most beautiful spots with splendid views.
The Athens Board of Education will select more new teachers next Monday afternoon than ever before since 1886 as additions at East Athens Night School and a West Athens school create seven openings for nearly fifty applicants. Many hold Normal School diplomas or positions in University of Georgia accredited schools and are exempt from examinations. Applicants boast strong experience, some with up to ten years in large schools, and the board will assess their merits.
Miss Edith Branson is improving. Miss Ida Young returned to care for her mother. Mr. Rhodes visited Atlanta last weekend. Edith and Nancy White shared updates at the Normal. Mrs. Hollingahed, a former graduate, plans to remain till school closes. Father Murphey spoke at opening exercises. The Altoria Literary Society met and outlined work for next year. Larry Hoffman did not make the Atlanta team but performed well in throwing.
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