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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1902

Page

6

Valdosta State Fair Comes To A Safe Close And New Hotel Opened

The Valdosta State Fair closed after a busy run that drew many visitors who praised the city and the recently completed Valdes Hotel. The 63 bedroom hostelry cost 975000 and is leased by Mr Ferrell at 259 monthly. it draws winter traffic and enhances Valdosta’s status as a growing commercial center alongside Athens.

Valdes Ferrell Valdos Athens Georgia Valdosta Florida Alabama Atlanta Savannah Macon State Agricultural Society Rhodes J. Shackelford W. J. Russell

Funeral of Mrs J B Patman Held at South Lampkin

Funeral services for Mrs. J B Patman were held at eleven o'clock on a four day morning at her South Lampkin Street residence. The choir, Miss Carlton, the Mesars Mell, rendered hymns as floral tributes were laid. Dr W H Young, pastor of First Baptist Church, preached a solemn sermon. The deceased was a member of the church and burial followed at Oconee Cemetery.

South Lampkin Street John B. Patman Carlton W. H. Young First Baptist Church Oconee Cemetery

Hall's Great Discovery Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder issues

A testimonial letter from Greenfield Tennessee dated March 30 1901 touts Hall's Texas Wonder as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles including gravel diabetes seminal emissions and backaches in men and women and even bladder issues in children. It claims a bottle equals two months of treatment and invites readers to mail for testimonials and to purchase through druggists or by mail.

Hall E. W. Hall P. O. Box St. Louis Bend All Iruggiste Greenfield Tenn Louis Texas O. B. Drewry

City Hall bonds approved and ready for sale

A court validated $50,000 City Hall bonds after meeting requirements with Judge Russell approving the action. City Attorney Shackelford and State Solicitor-General Brand represented the parties as bonds now move to market. Meanwhile, Hall's Catarrh Cure and Ball's Family Pills are advertised with testimonials and pricing.

Russell Shackelford Brand

Paine's Celery Compound Promised as Health For Women

The advertisement touts Paine's Celery Compound as a life saving health builder for women worn by overwork worry and exhaustion. It cites Mrs Stephen Smith of St Paul Minn claiming a grippe illness nearly killed her but with the remedy regained appetite strength and now does her own work after a return to health.

Earth Paine Stephen Smith St. Paul Minn Colery

Society Orators Selected By Competitive Contest

University trustees grant two literary societies full autonomy to choose anniversary orators through a competitive selection. Demoathonian and Phi Kappa will keep this method, avoiding self election, with contests only weeks away and many hopeful contestants. Firemen rescue sleeping inmates from a burning home as a reminder of danger from coughs and colds. Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption advertised as a protective remedy with trial bottles offered.

Demoathonian Phi Kappa Aeek Dr. King W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Bons

Dispensary Bill To Amend 1801 Act For Athens Georgia

Notice states a bill to amend an 1801 act creating a dispensary in Athens Georgia will be introduced in the Georgia Legislature during the current session. It details that purchases are by commissioners and sales only on cashier tickets, with daily clerical checks, dated October 27, 1102.

Nquora Athens Cach Georgia

Superior Court Monday convened with grand jury

Clarke Superior Court opened Monday morning at eleven o'clock with Judge Richard B. Russell presiding. The grand jury was sworn and listed foreman J. J. McMahan and 18 others. Traverse jurors and two juries were drawn and began consideration of criminal cases. Advertisements note One Minute Cough Cure claims for relief from colds and coughs with testimonials.

Clarke Superior Court Richard B. Russell McMahan David F. Miller T. H. Nickerson T. B. Wootten O. O. Bowden Geo. H. Thornton A. H. Whitehead J. H. Booth Wm. J. J. Smith A. W. Voss Thos. Smith Thos. Shackelford B. R. Pickrel F. A. Lipscomb W. H. Kytle A. J. Keown J. W. Baker D. W. Jackson A L King Myer Stern A F. Ridling David E. Sims J. A. Suddeth Jas. P. Anderson H. L. Malling D. Peek Grand Jury

Alderman Arnold declines bid for reelection

Alderman John L. Arnold of the second ward announces he will not seek another term after eight years in office. He says he cannot divide attention from his business despite friends urging him to run and expresses gratitude for their loyal support.

John L. Arnold Arnold Yeaterday

Kodol praised as a remedy for indigestion and dyspepsia

Mrs. Cranfill of Troy J T reports long standing indigestion improved after using four bottles of Kodol and endorses it for all sufferers. The notice also mentions Judge Russell appointing Col Shackelford as solicitor pro tem, Cooper charged with stabbing, and a theft of eleven Plymouth Rock chickens from Tobe Murry on Waddell Street.

Mrs. Cranfill Troy J. T Warren J. Smith & Bro Russell Qcol I Q. Shackelford Atate Ve J. P. Cooper Solicitor General Brand Tobe Murry Waddell Street

Athens Store Offers Wide Range of Coats and Undergarments

A local Athens retailer advertises a large selection of close fitting coats in tan, castor, red, navy and black from $7.50 to $12.50, plus capes, jackets, and long box coats. Also promoted are undergarments, underwear sets, and men’s fleece shirts, with substantial discounts and emphasis on quantity and value.

Athens

Monte Carlo Coats Fad in Various Pleat Styles

The Monte Carlo coats headline offers 1 to 4 pleat designs in plain and cape styles with short, medium, and long lengths in black and color. Prices range from 7.50 to 19.60, with Misses’ and Ladies’ coats advertised. New raincoats for ladies, misses, and children arrive, including all grades automobile rain coats.

Monte Carlo Just

Skirt Sale Promises 100 Ladies Wool Skirts This Week

Local retailer announces 100 ladies wool skirts for sale with a neat pin stripe, priced at two dollars and fifty cents each. A new shipment includes walking and dress skirts described as the best makes and value the cloth.

Bed Clothing Sale Highlights Large Blanket Quilt Selection

Large quantities of blankets comforts and white quilts offered in cheap medium and fine ranges. Best values available with a good selection to suit varied needs and budgets.

Special bargain sale on Jet Napkins this week

House furnishings sale featuring table linens towels napkins sheets and pillow cases with discounts on Jet Napkins this week at a local retailer.

New Lot of Mattings and Draperies Arrives

A fresh shipment includes mattings wool drapers curtains shades and draperies for immediate sale at reduced prices. Customers may view the new lot at the store and choose from a range of textures colors and sizes.

Lace Curtains at Davi son Lowe stock sale

Advertisement notes a broad curtain stock from 75c to 15.00 per pair and promotes Davis on Lowe as the furnishing shop to consider for house goods.

Dress Goods Arriving Daily for Street and Tailor Suits

Now things arriving daily for Street Dress Evening and Tailor Suits. All the latest Silks and Trimmings available.

New Neckwear Belts Jewelry and Travel Goods Shipment

New assortment arrives including neckwear belts jewelry ribbons head ornaments purses chattain bags knit shawls trunks and traveling cases. Fresh stock offers updated styles for gifting and personal use with a focus on decorative items and practical travel pieces.

Sale of Famous Black Cat Brand Stock and Umbrellas

Showing a great stock of the Famous Black Cat brand for ladies children and men. Special goods in school hose 10 12 4 16 and 25 cents. Big line fleeced lined ho sway umbrellas. Big lot ladies fancy handle umbrellas 9 6 good as any 81.25 umbrella on the market. We have them all prices for men and women.

Waist Cloths in French Flannels and Stripe Fancies

A brief notice describes waist cloths available in French flannels and stripe fancies in all colors. The item list emphasizes variety and color options for dress fabrics.

Special bargain wool gloves and fabrics from old stock

Lot of children and adult wool golf gloves discounted to 25 35 40 and 60 cents. Various fabrics on sale including black serge, duck cloth, percale remnants, red prints, jute floor coverings, corduroy like items, and curtain materials priced from 4 to 12 cents. Large quantities available, with many items below regular values.

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