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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1908
Page
5
Georgia's overpowering 11 outplayed Mercer, with multiple long gains and blocked punts. Benched field goals but two second-half touchdowns sealed victory. Georgia QB Woodruff stood out while Mercer fights and a sideline brawl marred the game.
Augusta Thursday expectations hinge on Clemson victory as Carolina out-weighs Varsity by six pounds on average and backfield by nearly 12, yet the Rebel end Black machine shrugs off the weight disadvantage after the Tennessee affair and aims for another win Thursday.
In Scottsboro’s vicinity, about two hundred residents of Larkinsville gathered to protest Governor Comer’s probate judgeship appointment. They burned an effigy over his refusal to appoint Walker McCutcheon to the vacancy created by the death of Judge McCutcheon, noting Williams of Becs on as the pick instead. The crowd voiced strong disapproval while praising the incoming judge as one of the county’s best.
The Roosevelt Commission on Country Life plans a November 9 departure from Washington to study southern country life. Hearings at agricultural colleges will gather input from farmers teachers and business leaders to address open country life questions and broader economic and social issues. The party splits to Athens Iowa Raleigh Spartanburg and Knoxville Lexington will host full commission sessions with C J Blanchard directing statistical work.
A correspondent offers a banana cream dessert recipe using five bananas five spoons of sugar one teacup of sweet cream whipped stiffly and lemon Jell O dissolved in hot water. The mixture is poured into a mold when cold and garnished with candied cherries serving with whipped cream. Jell O is sold by grocers at ten cents per package.
Shreveport Louisiana state fair opened amid strong turnout and extensive exhibits. Officials praised the move to a record setting week with busy buildings, livestock barns, and pavilions. The State Congress of Mothers and other bodies will meet during the week, signaling broad participation.
An old advertisement claims Foley's Honey and Tar soothes sore inflamed lungs and destroys cough germs. It asserts the product kills germs, heals the lungs, and prevents serious results, warning the genuine yellow package is sold by druggists.
In Chattanooga on November 2 a local fireman identified as John Jones, a locomotive fireman from Atlanta, was found with a self-inflicted bullet wound in a vacant lot near Eleventh Street. A letter to his wife May Collers expressed despair. relatives offered no response by night. A brief note on mill news from Albany, Georgia, followed.
Officials and government clerks depart Washington to vote from home in a general exodus on election day. President Roosevelt plans to vote early at Oyster Bay tonight with Theodore Roosevelt Jr likely voting for the first time with his father. The president’s train returns tomorrow evening to receive returns at the White House. Many clerks in doubtful states have left or plan to vote from home.
A satirical poem mocks a writer who chronicled press life and fashion yet never cooked or raised children. It contrasts her pretend skills with a critique of cooking and personal achievement, then shifts to a medical ad praising Dr King's New Discovery as a remedy for coughs, colds, and lung diseases, claiming decades of proof and nationwide use.
Sunday afternoon police halted a game described as skin in New Town settlement. Three Black players, Ed Moore, Will Hill, and Will Logan, were arrested. Moore and Hill were fined fifteen dollars each by Mayor Dorsey. Logan was released for lack of evidence linking him to gambling or disorder.
A baseball observer praises pinch hitters as wonderful yet fragile figures who must excel under pressure after resting through the game. He notes they may hit when needed but can falter when given daily play, a paradox of the late inning finisher.
Advice note on first aid for burns or scalds urging preparation for injuries in families. Recommends Chamberlain's Salve applied on a soft cloth to relieve pain quickly and aid healing without scarring unless injuries are very severe. Lists sellers H. R. Palmer & Sons Orr Drug Co Warren J. Smith & Bro E. C. McEvoy L. P. Canning.
Late Saturday night a crowd gathered under a tent on Lumpkin Street when someone cut the ropes causing part of the tent to fall. A Negro woman was knocked down and severely injured.
Ada M W Corey daughter of Mr and Mrs A A Corey and sister of William Ellis Corey millionaire president of United States Steel marries Dr Charles Howard Aufhammer staff member at Episcopal Hospital in Philadelphia. The wedding is described as a quiet affair attended only by the bride's parents and a few intimate friends.
Last night the regular city council committees met at city hall and discussed many items. A plan to require druggists to bid for city prescription work is recommended. A main from Lumpkin to Cedar streets to the agricultural hall, and a 200 dollar project, are approved for favorable action. A roof pours on the new mill at the pegigre peg year. A main on Nacoochee Avenue is proposed. The Beauty Civic Club seeks city team use for a cleaning day. Depot condition prompts investigation for possible condemnation. Bellevue Mills in Burlington reportedly plans to double capacity.
Hampton Mills buys three Foster Cone Winders to install at once in Hampton Georgia. Scotland Mills in Laurinburg North Carolina add 2000 spindles with extra carding and winding machinery. Bessemer City Mills holds stockholders meeting November 6 to discuss future plans. Dresden Cotton Mills declares 2 percent quarterly dividend at Lumberton North Carolina. Atherton Mill in Charlotte North Carolina resumes operations with no more shutdowns predicted for years. Burlington Dye Works organized to establish hosiery dyeing and finishing plant in Burlington North Carolina. Buffalo Union Mills in Union North Carolina to install 1200 Draper looms soon. Greenwood Cotton Mill stockholders meet. directors Ellison Smyth and A. F. McKissick added. Saxon Mills extension to cloth room completed. capacity expansion to 40,000 spindles and 1,000 looms planned. Lois Cotton Mills in Douglasville Georgia increases capital stock from 200,000 to 300,000. officers elected. Huguenot Mills in Greenville South Carolina again offered for sale. auction planned November 2 for creditors and bid on mill property.
A. F. Hendy of East Wilton Maine praises Bucklen's Arnica Salve for treating wounds ulcers and burns over fifteen years saying it saved doctor bills. Available for 26 cents at W J Smith & Co.
Wes Boone, a Black resident of Bar berville, assaulted his wife Sunday afternoon. He used his fists and then struck her with a chair, breaking it. The injuries appear serious with internal harm suspected. Boone fled and has not been captured.
Mrs. Hermon Smith of 961 Broad St Athens Ga describes severe kidney disease with dropsy misery and swollen limbs. After trying doctors and remedies she used Dean's Kidney Pills and her symptoms vanished, weight restored to 135 pounds and health returned. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents Remember the name Dean's and take no other. Mrs Phil Davis and Miss Melissa Davis were in Oklahoma weeks ago and traveled through Athens yesterday.
A church meeting erupted in disorder after Julia Burns, a colored participant, caused a disturbance with boisterous language. Mayor Dorsey proposed a fifty dollar fine for the offense as attendees left the building amid tensions.
Mrs Newting of 288 St Ave San Praneisco endorses Electric Bitters for stomach trouble claiming dramatic relief. She says the tonic strengthens digestion purifies the blood and supports female weakness. Sold by W J Smith H R Palmer & Sons drug stores.
The item lists players heading for London and Cuba, mentions Billy News dying of consumption in California, and notes several players bound for Uacketball and upcoming tryouts with Chicago and St. Louis teams. It references Harvard coaches, a list of 73 men named Smith in pro ball, and the Troy New York State league franchise forfeiture amid financial losses.
An advertisement notes sick headache arises from a disordered stomach and claims Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets can cure it. It urges readers to obtain a treatment supply at Palmer & Song, Orr Drug Co, Warren J. Smith & Co, F.C McAvoy, L. P. Canning's drug stores and try it.
In a Philadelphia Public Ledger tale, Mr. Jones of Camden indulges in alcohol and returns home to read while intoxicated. His wife confronts him, questioning his activity and the book he has kept from the household, leading to a sharp exchange.
Medicinal sprain relief ad states Chamberistn's Liniment reduces inflammation and soreness. Claims cure time about one third of naval treatment. Sold in 25 and 60 cent sizes by H. A. Poltiver & Sons, Orr Drag Co., Warren J. Smith & Bro., McEvoy, L. P. Caunsng.
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