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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1903
Page
3
Conductor John Prater fell from a crowded street car at Washington and Thomas streets near noon Sunday. He struck his head and back, showed possible concussion, but recovered quickly and remained on board. Also notes a testimonial for Chamberlain's stomach and liver tablets with local sellers named.
Handkerchief lot secured by an importer sold for cash, fetching prices of 15 francs, 85 francs, and 35 francs for plain, embroidered, and lace trimmed pieces respectively. The sale details indicate a profit margin on the importer's goods.
Clarke Superior Court opens the second Monday in October with eight felony cases on the jail dock and several more on bond. Most are burglaries, plus a forgery charge against Burkhart and a murder case State v. Thad Boyd Jr. Boyd, once convicted and sentenced to hang, has a new trial ordered and both sides expect readiness next month. Hood's Sarsaparilla note ends the excerpt.
Visitors to the 110th Northeast Georgia Fair on October 5 will enjoy a number of fine free attractions. The event promises varied activities designed to appeal to families and interests across the region.
A local catalog detail toutsMisses Suits in new mixtures and plain cloths priced 12.50 to 15.00 Garments emphasize style elegance and workmanship Dresses and skirts include walking and dress styles with wool fabrics and ve Net Broadcloth Kimonos nightwear and related items priced from 0.60 to 35.00 including silk waists Coats jackets and accessories showcased to rival city stores
The Confederate veterans held a meeting at Stone's Chapel on Baldwin Street with about thirty attendees. Major HH Carlton spoke, joined by Rev. M. H. Eakes Col. J. P. Fort Judge E O Kinnebrew and Mr. J P Fears. They agreed to hold services at Stone's Chapel the fourth Sunday each month at four o'clock in the afternoon. A cordial invitation was extended to all Confederate veterans to attend. The current room is small, with plans for a new chapel once funds are secured, and meetings will continue at the existing location until then.
Colbert Chapel was dedicated Sunday morning at eleven o clock at Colbert by Mr J Colbert, built for Methodists of the place. Dr W P Lovejoy preached the dedicatory sermon with power. A large congregation attended. The chapel is to be known as Colbert chapel in honor of the generous donor.
A unique idea by Prof. F. J. Or leads Senior oles to craft room screens from poplar lumber covered with denim or barlap with a decorative ten oil design. The school emphasizes usefulness alongside ornamental work as students demonstrate practical skills.
About two months after wheat was stolen from Dr. W. A. Carlton's farm police traced the thief to Sidney Chenault a Black man. He was arrested at the Seaboard depot as he arrived from Gate City denied guilt and was jailed awaiting trial.
At State Normal School gymnasium work is a new feature this year under directress Miss Kathan. A large percentage of scholars show strong interest, aiming for better health and scholars. The gymnasium is a gift from Mr. George Foster Peabody of New York.
The manual training and domestic science departments of the State Normal School will present a notable exhibit at the North East Georgia Fair. Teachers have produced exceptional work and the displays are expected to be highly attractive, highlighting the school's efforts and benefiting both the institution and the fair’s overall quality.
An ad fragment shows Miss Rose Owens of Washington mentions Cordui Wine as beneficial for female weakness and menstrual discomfort. It touts over a million women relieved and frames Corday Te as not a medicine but a product offering corrective support.
Clarke county commissioners seek sixteen felony convicts from the prison commission to bolster a road work gang. If granted, convicts and misdemeanants will macadamize public roads with proper guarding and arrangements. Also note a patent medicine ad at end.
Dr I S Hopkins pastor of First Methodist announced a series of sermons on Christian Love from First Corinthians. The initial sermon Sunday night drew a large, interested congregation and impressed listeners, who vowed not to miss upcoming talks.
After a month abroad for health, Postmaster Wa Fleming has returned to Athens and resumed duties at the post office. Friends report he is in much better health, and his return brings relief and good wishes.
The store unveils new fall and winter stock of Merade Underwear for women and children. Ladies Jersey ribbed fleece lined vests and pants priced at 21 cents per garment, with silk taped seams. Mercerized waistings in sought after colors and weaves showcased for discerning dressers.
A new line of pretty French flannels offers striped effects and solid colors with several entirely new patterns and shades. These fabrics wear well and wash well, making them ideal for all around wear in cool and cold weather.
The millinery department showcases Paris and New York pattern hats admired by all. Our own creations receive unstinted praise and visitors are invited to explore this week.
Clarke Superior Court docket highlights two major cases. Mrs. O O George sues Seaboard Air Line Rail road over her son Samuel George killed when a coal car backing to Barber street edge. She claims engineer negligence and valued his lost earnings at six hundred dollars yearly. Executors seek ten thousand dollar insurance payout from Mutual Benefit Insurance Company tied to Grigaby E Thomas estate. Dr D D Quillian is named to secure a debt of fifteen hundred dollars with residue to estate. Col B H Sibley of Union Point represents the executor. defendants include L M Tobnson and Clarence Angier, both Atlanta agents for Mutual Benefit.
The funeral for Miss Kate Mygatt, who died Saturday afternoon, was held Sunday at 4 o clock in Oconee cemetery. Mrs Mygatt was in critical condition at home on Prinsetrest. Dr J W Walden and Rev A B Reeves conducted services before the casket was laid to rest.
Bam Briscos and Jack Borrelis, two metro men, were jailed on the burglary charge after Reese Kistis store on Lampkin and Washington Streets was broken into several nights earlier. Police traced the crime to the rear house of Kittle's, arresting the men by Officers Sage and Dearing Hill. both await trial.
Ladies of Athens and Clarke County are invited to enter exhibits at the North East Georgia Fair. Mrs A He Hodgron, chairwoman of the Woman's Department, states no entrance fee will be charged for any item exhibited for a premium.
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