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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1903
Page
7
An advertisement extols Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root as a great kidney remedy. It links kidney health to overall disease, asserts cures for pains and heart strain, and urges readers to mail for a sample and pamphlet. It mentions prices, bottle sizes, and the manufacturer in Binghamton New York.
The trial of Dant Voorhees Miller former assistant attorney general for the post office department and Joseph M Johns of nets Ind resumed with J J Ryan’s direct examination. The judge ruled Ryan may testify about conversations with Johns regarding Miller and future decisions and about payments totaling 54000. Creenahan of Western Union presented telegram copies to corroborate Ryan’s testimony.
A well dressed man named J. W. Baches from St. Louis leaped from the steamer Captain Weber between San Francisco and Stockton, California, last night, dying by his own action.
Amsterdam reports concern for the safety of the Dutch steamer Argus used as a training ship for naval cadets. Two cruisers have begun a search of the North Sea for the missing vessel.
Georgia Commissioner urges science driven farming to raise more cotton on less land. He stresses using improved tools, proper seed beds, precise fertilization, and crop rotation to double yields, plus gathering farm manures for compost and blending with commercial fertilizers. He warns labor shortages and soil exhaustion require efficiency.
The article argues that initial price does not determine value for flour. It claims "Cliften" flour costs more at purchase but yields more bread per sack and requires less lard and soda, making it cheaper overall in the end. The notice urges customers to test by ordering a sack of "Olifton" and compare.
Trustees reaffirmed use of Peabody fund to aid state normal and rural schools across the South. New funds and scholarships will boost Nashville and southern education, with the board backing Atlanta accords and emphasizing harmony with state commissioners.
The Northeast Georgia Colored Fair Association grounds host an event from November 2 to 6 with Booker T. Washington delivering the opening address. Daily attractions include horse racing baseball football greasy pig climbing the greasy pole plus livestock poultry displays a brass band and discounted railroad rates to Athens.
Clarke County commissioners plan to employ sixteen felony convicts on public roads starting March 15 1904. They will share the Clarke county stockade, hire guards, and incur minimal extra expense while arguing convicts are more productive than free laborers. They expect improved roads and schools despite some projected losses to school lands.
The Greater Georgia Association showers inquiries about Athens from the west and north. The Athens Chamber of Commerce secretary sends literature and letters to prospective residents, promising continued outreach as interest in the city grows. The Chamber is praised for furnishing essential information and urging business leaders to join.
City mayor defends integrity amid criticism over last week’s games of chance at the Fair grounds. He claims he warned officials not to interfere with the fair and says if any blame lies, he accepts it, noting he ordered the questionable games closed when informed.
A letter signed "A Disinterested Party" criticizes widespread pass abuse at the recent Athens Fair. It accuses individuals of using multiple passes to invite friends and notes merchants disparaging remarks harmed the event’s finances. The writer calls for accountability and public-spirited support.
Georgia Division U O V appeals to Sons of Confederate Veterans to attend the Augusta reunion on November 19 with living sons marching alongside veterans. Commander Clement A Evans invites all to organize and join in Augusta with welcome from Ane Ruste and Parkhurst urging participation.
J R Allgood of Prince Avenue and No 3 Athens Fire Department says kidney pills relieved years of pain and diabetes fears. He reports backache, strong urine odor, and irregular secretions improved, sleep restored, and ability to work returned. Poster Milburn Co Buffalo sole US agent. Remember the name Dean's.
Ten thousand churches in the United States use Longman and Martines Pare paints. The ad claims heavy savings by buying less paint and mixing pure linseed oil, recommending Dozier & Co as the seller.
Diamond merchants in New York report DeBeers syndicate in London and Amsterdam raised small rough goods prices by 5 percent and large rough diamonds by 10 percent. The third hike since February follows reduced Kimberley output and falling imports, with DeBeers controlling about 95 percent of world supply.
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