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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1889
Page
3
The piece describes a grand Georgia fair with thousands expected, bustling directors, arrivals from Carolina and Alabama, and plans for varied entertainment. Farmers, merchants, and laborers anticipate a mass reunion showcasing progress, with premium lists, bands, athletic events, and a Farmers Alliance day highlight.
Local Baptists in Jackson County dispute Rev Li Richardson remarks about the size of Baptist preachers’ heads. They claim heads are larger and reference a five cent watermelon as a local joke or symbol in the exchange.
An old time gambler recounts fixing a hand in draw poker and losing most of his money, then switching to a three up game to recover. Another veteran recalls facing the legendary Bill Moon with a high stakes call and quitting gambling to earn a living. The piece notes that gambling days are considered past.
The Georgia General Assembly enacted a law prohibiting selling cigarettes or tobacco to minors without written parental consent. Violators are guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to penalties outlined in the state code. The act also repeals conflicting laws.
In Atlanta today the House passed by a large majority a bill to confer with lessees of the State Road to adjust their claims. The Olive bill and substitutes are expected to fail. H. Tuck anticipates annual university funding of 15000 to 20000 dollars, seen as a Athens victory. The cotton fires on shipboard bill may pass with full House, sea coast reps opposing. A. C. Harper resumes seat and supports constituents. T. W. Rucker and R. L. Reaves went to Rome on business. Northeast Georgia Stock and Poultry show is booming. The Israelites will observe the new year with services at the synagogue after ten this morning.
The Athens Fair advances with renewed speed as premium lists near publication. Two bands will perform at the grand stand and in the Ladies Department a large exhibit of women’s handiwork will charm visitors. Officials report strong demand for privileges and broad turnout anticipated from Georgia and neighboring states. Prominent speakers including H. W. Grady and Gov. Gordon are expected to address crowds when the fair opens November 15.
The paragraph notes that malarial poisons arise from swamps pools and sewers and promotes Ayers Ague Cure as a warranted remedy. It adds Chicago continues efforts to form a CG romp jury and to host a world’s fair, signaling ongoing civic projects.
An advertised cure for nasal catarrh is exposed as a dubious claim with a reward offered by Dr Sag es Catarrhi proprietors. Jeff Peatock of Seville is found dead in his Hawkinsville room at the Joiner House. A lawyer discusses advertising value and a Darien to Milledgeville schooling cost of about $3000 annually for thirteen children.
An advertisement touting Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for indigestion flatulence and constipation. Sold by L. D. Sledge & Co Druggist. Ends with a quip about republics and postage stamps.
Advertisements claim Acker's English Remedy outperforms rivals for Whooping Cough and Croup and offers a free sample with a positive guarantee. L. D. Sledge & Co. sells it. Ayer's Cathartic Pills are recommended for children. Report states J. H. Minehan fatally shot Charlie Golden at Brunswick Saturday night.
An antique advertisement claims pimples indicate impure blood and promotes Acker's Blood Elixir sold by L. D. Sledge & Co Druggist. It also notes new fall shade antelope and warns against a color that might run even for Ananias.
An old advertisement page promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers and other skin ailments with refund if not satisfied. It cites John Crawford Co and L D Sledge Co as sellers and mentions Swift's Specific Brown's Iron Bitters and a note about pine lands around Darien rising in value amid Turpentine industry activity.
An 19th century note praises Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething pains and diarrhoea in children. It also lists President Harrison's planned military promotions and retirements including nine brigadier generals and other ranks for the Military Academy as terms expire.
Capt C F Hoke lauds Dr Westmoreland's Calisaya Tonic after using it for his ill daughter who quickly regained appetite and strength. The tonic is sold by L D Sledge & Co. The early frost threatens budding political hopes of many candidates.
An 19th century page fragment contains medical ads for skin cures and soaps, pills, and tonics. It mentions Carter's Little Liver Pills, Clarke's Flax Soap, Samarit an Nervine, Dr Sheker's English pills, and various testimonials. It also notes a Byron cotton crop estimate drop and a Montezuma Record farmer anecdote.
Edward Silvey of Chicago relates a testimonial about Clarke's Extract of Flax for catarrh. He describes his wife’s long struggle, need to breathe through the mouth, and rapid relief after Dr Streeter advised the remedy. She used it until full cure, with health improvement. Also promoted Flax Soap and carpet pricing.
Merchants boast years of selling Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption Dr King s New Life Pills Bucklen s Arnica Salve and Electric Bitters with universal satisfaction The firm guarantees every purchase and offers refunds if results are not satisfactory John Crawford and Co L D Sledge and Co wholesalers and retailers The pugilist rises step by step to fame.
An old ad style feature promotes Dr King s New Discovery for consumption with guaranteed relief and trial bottles at local drugstores. It also touts Carter s Little Liver Pills as mild and natural, plus mentions readers seeking B B B Blood Balm testimonials and a Boston Courier quip about a washerwoman’s move.
An advertisement touts 131 prizes totaling nine dollars with notes about terminal prizes and agent requests. It urges readers to send addresses for information to M A Dauphin in New Orleans or VAUkh e- WM si nguns, and promises rapid delivery via prepaid envelopes.
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