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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1914
Page
5
A patient recounts five years of severe headaches and stomach issues, credits Thedford's Black Draught for relief after three months of use, and praises its gentle vegetable formula. The advertisement urges households to keep a package on hand and shares testimonial tone.
The treasury department deposited 13,029,745 in twenty three states for fall crop movement through Sept. 28. States listed include Alabama Florida Georgia Mississippi North Carolina and others. Also an advertisement promotes Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and throat irritation with a claim of quick relief and non opiate properties.
Associated Press reports Secretary Bryan informs the president brighter prospects for permanent peace in Mexico since Madero’s overthrow. Mexico City and Chihuahua City officials believe the new revolution may be averted by Carranza’s resignation to Calderón’s favor. Also an advertisement urges Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey as a fall cough remedy for all ages.
Mexico City Sept 29 Associated Press Carranza vows to resign if ratified by the army and requests Villa's chiefs to retire as commander of the Northern division while urging continued energy against Huerta. Friends of Mr Whitehead the Athens Shoe Co fight to see him out this week after illness.
Dr William L Moss of Baltimore visits his brothers and relatives for several days. He was long on Johns Hopkins staff and plans to head a new hospital in Buffalo after research work in the South Seas. Also note an advertisement for Po do lax laxative and a brief Mexico note on Carranza quitting presidency to restore peace.
Rheumatic pains stopped after first application, penetrating to the pain site without rubbing. It relieves pains around joints and offers comfort for bruises cuts sore throats neuralgia and chest pains. Mr. Chas. H. Wentworth of California endorses it as the best ointment he ever used and warns it prevents infection. 25c at your druggist.
Mr Henry Brewer of Cannon Georgia reported his dwelling burned by fire with small insurance after a telegraph from Cooper s Three Friends barber shop conveyed the loss.
Mrs. H. T. Strange of Gainesville Georgia reports relief from back pain and kidney and bladder trouble after using Foley's Kidney Pills. The ad cites her claim of renewed strength and complete recovery.
London and Washington dispatches report English officials confident the United States will offer good offices to end the war. President Wilson calls peace overtures premature but reassuring. British officials relieved at not declining proposals and believe US arbitration could prevent future wars once combatants are exhausted.
London reports Field Marshal French cites the vast theatre of war as slowing maneuvers and favors turning the German flank under Von Kluck. Meagre Russian reports hint at calm while armies mass for offensive and defensive works. Italy warns citizens abroad against service, risking imprisonment for neutrality breaches.
The Progressive party in Fulton county and the Fifth district nominated a full slate for the general election. C. W. McClure of Atlanta seeks the long term U S Senate seat, G. R. Hutchens of Rome the short term, Sam J. Jones of Atlanta the Fifth district congress seat, and W. M. Everett, W. D. Hart, and John P. Prough to Fulton county representatives. The state convention in Macon will decide the party platform. Additionally an advertisement promotes Foley Kidney Pills.
Leslie-Judge Co southern manager E P Maschal and reps buy bales as policy. J S Campbell also buys. Notice urges readers to buy a bale at ten cents per pound as good investment, with backing from J Bacher & Co and Leslie's Weekly valued ads. Foley Cathartic Tablets touted by Kentucky user.
Ath ens drivers urged to heed city county warnings after frequent accidents and fatalities. Police urge cooperation to enforce laws governing street and road operation, noting strict state and local rules and the need for safer driving.
The administration approved a three day House recess starting next week with possible adjournment by October 10 and a November 11 special session. The president urged enactment of the war revenue tax bill and Clayton trust bill before adjournment, and River and Harbor bill passed the House and awaits his approval.
The Jeffersonian Law Debating Society of the University held its first meeting in the Law building and elected officers including President T. B. Candle and Vice President A. S. Camp. Secretary and Treasurer A. G. Tillinghast. Solicitor General H. G. Howard. Sheriff D. L. Plaster. New members joined and enthusiasm was high. Also notes a cholera remedy testimonial for Chamberlain's.
Jefferson Ga September 29 After a week long adjourned session the Jefferson city court resumes civil trials. A major suit pits C O Cobb against Gainesville Midland Railway for 30000 in damages for injuries while he served as a railway mail clerk between Athens and Gainesville. Lawyers include Spencer R Atkinson and W A Milner for Cobb and H H Dean and P Voooley for the railroad. Additional civil actions from Carr Boyd Co and other firms are to be tried this week amid jurist disputes and varied outcomes.
An advertisement touts Dr King New Life Pills as a tonic for stomach and liver, promising to cure low spirits dizziness biliousness and constipation by stimulating bile flow and flushing waste from the bowels for 26 cents at all druggists.
In Macon Georgia the Mercer University senior law class held an election described as a "steam roller" victory with a caucus and coordinated moves to defeat the Mangum ticket. E. B. Weatherly led the opposing ticket while the Mangum faction attempted a rival setup.
Athens Methodist district conference and church educational boards reach a plan to support students from Methodist homes and churches away at colleges. Chandellor Barrow, President Pound, Rev Tarrell, Dr C O Jones and others present the proposal to Southern Methodism's General Educational Board in Atlanta for approval. If approved, it proceeds to North and South Georgia conferences next month and potentially higher bodies.
Athens youth Weaver Bridges, who walked to Meridian, Mississippi to enter Meridian Male College, writes home that he is pleased with the larger school. He has been elected by the faculty as superintendent of the boys department guiding seventy five boys from diverse regions under his direction.
Last night at the Manse of the First Presbyterian church the Presbyterian Club of the University of Georgia was entertained with informal talks, refreshments, and a good time. The next Presbytery fan club meeting is set for October 10. The Athens High School building now under construction will be among the state’s finest. The city’s purchase of the old courthouse property for school use is praised as a beautiful site. Election proceeded without opposition, with victorious crowds at Person’s pharmacy afterward. New class officers include B Weatherly president, B Cotney vice president, H B Rawles secretary, W A Mason treasurer, C B Jones historian, R B Hawes athletic director, G C Robinson debate editor for the Cauldron. Debaters listed include P Winesan, R Sharpe, Eliza, W ievant, H Hogan, and C L Cummings.
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