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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1908
Page
7
Kaury Wingfield received a letter from Pension Commissioner Lint stating remittance is impossible for some time. Treasury funds unavailable unless the governor acts. Old soldiers will be paid when money arrives, likely for the fourth quarter of this year.
Warren J Smith & Bro of this city offered three prizes for the three turnips raised from seed bought of them. The prizes for this year were awarded as farmers brought in their entries at the Smith & Co store on Broad Street. First prize five dollars went to C. D. Conk of Oconee county for three turnips weighing 12 pounds. Second prize three dollars went to J J McLeroy of Oconee county for three turnips weighing 1914 pounds. Third prize two dollars awarded to C W Crew of Clarke county for three turnips weighing 10 pounds.
The Atlantic Deep Waterways Association meets in Huilovere Maryland for a three day session on a plan to open ship canals and deepen rivers from Norfolk to Key West and from Delaware to Raritan. The proposal calls for federal construction and free waterways with speakers including J Hampton Moore Governor Crothers and Mayor Mahoot.
An old health notice claims sick headache stems from a stomach disorder and can be cured with Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Readers are urged to obtain a free sample from H. R. Palmer & Sons, Orr Drug Co, Warren J. Smith & Co, EC McEvoy, L. P. Canning's drug stores and try it.
The thirty second annual meeting of the Humane Association opened in New Orleans and will run for three days. Representatives from humane societies nationwide attend and greet delegates with enthusiasm. A strong program is planned with prominent speakers in humanitarian work.
A busy city court session adjourned with Brady Jones found guilty of pocket picking from a negro during Ringling Brothers circus visit. Col John B Gamble defended Jones, motion to arrest judgment to be filed, and sentence suspended pending ruling. June Moore convicted of breaking into Roberts Jefferson shop, fined sixty dollars and sentenced to twelve months on the gang.
Royston Georgia November 17 Newa teaches today from Madison County of the killing of Isom Rousey by his father Joe Rousey The killing stemmed from bad feelings between father and son Isom and his brother Will went to their father home to settle the difference and it is said one of the boys shot at their father who returned the fire killing his son No arrests have been made
Judge Kinnebrew bound over L. J. Whitehead of Jackson county on four hundred dollars bond for opening a letter addressed to Foster Jennings a negro man. The letter reportedly came from a negro woman and was not in an envelope. Whitehead’s bond was posted promptly. Also a testimonial from Mary Duciling of San Francisco praises Electric Bitters for indigestion and female weakness. product sold at local drug stores.
The National Municipal League and American Civic Association opened their annual joint session in Pittsburgh with over two thousand delegates. Attendee Charles J. Bonaparte gave the opening address, with plans for joint and separate sessions, and speakers on public issues including Niagara Falls preservation and forest fire prevention.
School news from a state normal, noting W L Read illness and departure, Miss Pearl Haley and others visiting. Seniors attended a country life commission on campus. Skating night caused neck pain and a floor repair. Y M C A and Y W C A delegates to Macon for the Georgia Students Missionary League. A football win for the Normal School over Athens High 18 to 15.
Sprains and swellings may be relieved quickly by Chamberlains Liniment. It reduces inflammation and soreness, shortening healing time to about one third. Available in 25 and 60 cent sizes from H. R. Palmer & Sons, Orr Drug Co, Warren J. Smith & Bro, C. McEvoy, and L. P. Canning.
Mr Fisher Raiford formerly with Augusta Gas Light Co has accepted a position with Athens Gas Co and will make this city his home He is experienced in the guide?ne business and will be a strong addition to the company Foley's Orino Laxative promises permanent relief for constipation and liver trouble without griping and is pleasant to take Sold by all Druggists
Richmond and New Brunswick host regional religious meetings on November 17 as the National Prison Association holds a chaplain session with Rev. John L. Sutton delivering the president’s address. The New Jersey Sunday School Association marks its 50th anniversary with leaders from multiple states in attendance, and Dr. Clark of Ohio plans the memorial address at the historical session tomorrow. Delegates visit Rutgers College and the New Brunswick Theological Seminary today.
Advice suggests applying Chamberlain's Live to a soft cloth to relieve pain instantly and promote healing without a scar. Available from H. R. Palmer & Sons, Orr Drug Co., Warren J. Smith & Bro, E. C. McEvoy, and L. P. Canning.
Several hundred delegates attended the annual session of the League of North Carolina Municipalities in Charlotte. Governor Glenn welcomed the group from across the state, with responses from South Carolina’s Governor Ansel and Salisbury Mayor Boyden. The program featured a trolley tour, business sessions, and remarks by notable mayors including Hibbard of Boston and local leaders.
James G. Woodward, in a formal withdrawal, declares he was fairly selected as the mayoral nominee and urges unity to advance civic improvements. He cites bonds for schools, sewers, waterworks, and city limits extensions, warns a campaign would harm Atlanta, and thanks supporters while pledging personal sacrifice. Also notes past service, health constraints, and gratitude for loyalty.
Peter Van Vilasingen, a prominent real estate dealer, admits to obtaining over 700000 dollars through forged deeds and notes. He claims an elaborate plate glass desk top allowed him to trace signatures onto false paper. He seeks immediate punishment and is sentenced to an indeterminate term of one to fourteen years.
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co. in Toledo testifies the firm will pay one hundred dollars for any catarrh case uncured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A. W. Gleason certifies this on December 6, 1886. The remedy is taken internally and works on blood and mucous surfaces. P. J. Cheney & Co. solicitments and testimonials sent, 75 cents, sold by druggists. includes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
New York reports the dedication of the mortuary chapel added to the Church of the Transfiguration to honor Rev. George Hendric Houghton. Bishop Greer will conduct the ceremony. the chapel is described as a notable beauty. In Pawtucket, Governor Higgins marries Miss Ellen Maguire at St Joseph’s Church with a private ceremony and subsequent family reception.
A reflective poem extols loyal hearts brave souls and pure deeds. It urges giving the best one has, trusting love and truth will return in kind, and that life mirrors actions. The verse speaks of faith, strength in need, and the sweetness of a good world returned.
Ernest Cunningham a prominent Arlington youth shot himself in Albany after church services. He borrowed a pistol from a companion as he and a friend prepared to depart with another young lady, killing himself in front of witnesses. A gypsy fortune telling earlier that day is cited as a possible motive. he was in good health and from W. H. C. Cunningham family.
A called meeting of the mayor and council approved water works improvements and street work. Newton Street extension from Broad to Baxter to begin tomorrow with a new water rate schedule to be proposed next meeting. A plank walk at Park Avenue and the Boulevard was ordered and a contract for increased power from Athens Electric Railway Co was approved at the same rate as the previous agreement.
Yesterday at a Prince avenue pressing club Pink Thrasher, a Negro, fought Homer Smith and Sumner Smith of the University of Georgia. Homer Smith struck Thrasher with a coat hanger, Thrasher grabbed a bottle and felled him, cutting a deep head wound. Smith, Thrasher at large. Warrants issued. charges drawn against all parties.
Merchants have stocked large stocks and prepared for record breaking business under favorable conditions, aiming to maximize sales and profits this period.
The state faced an empty treasury after a period of extravagant sessions and expanding office holders. Critics note unspent funds and rising costs push reforms to curb expenditures. Officials vow budget tightening and policy reviews to restore balance.
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