Athens Growth Hears Of New Rail Schedules
A Gainesville Midland initiative, led by HW Yous, J Rowe, C B Griffith, and Tyodie, aims to boost freight and passenger service between Athens and Gainesville. Merchants back plans for through daily passenger trains to the west, promising lower costs and better drayage, with Athens territory centered in the gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Rowe
C. B. Griffith
Snelling
Comis
Tyodie
Gainesville
Mt Railroad
Athens
Georgia
Southern
Broad Street
A Good Move for Rural School Reading Matter
Prof. R. E. Park of the University seeks magazine donations from Athens citizens to supply rural schools with reading material. Donors should deliver usable magazines and periodicals to Park, who will mail them to schools for circulating use among children and parents. The plan aims to provide light, high quality reading and strengthen home libraries within weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Park
University
Athens
Asree
Prof
Park
Elitzen
Mrs James Cody Dies at Home in Statham
Mrs James Cody died at her home in Statham after a brief illness with typhoid fever. She is survived by her husband and several children. The funeral will be held this morning at her home in Statham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inham
Mra
James Cody
Cody
Statham
Mim
Athens Seeks Union Passenger Station With Rail Officials
Citizens show great interest as Athens city council committee begins contact with railroads to push a union station. Letters sent to railroad officers urge action citing costly transfers between depots and Athens rapid commercial growth making the city a leading Southern center. Officials are expected to respond with serious consideration to unite depots for travelers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ity Council
Varlous
Athens
Arlous
Hhe
Anoher
Strong Street School to Open Next Tuesday Morning
The Strong Street school building will be ready for occupancy next Tuesday morning. The new site will open its session once ready and work will continue during school hours. Desks and furniture from the old building will be moved this afternoon in preparation for the opening. The old main building was sold to Rev. John D. Mell, who plans to move it nearby Milledge Avenue and re erect it. The smaller building was bought by Mr. J A Harbin, who will build two cottages on the rear of his lot facing Hill Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strong Street
John D. Mell
Milledge Avenue
Golf Inks
J. A. Harbin
Hii Street
Prohibit Minors From Driving Hacks in City
The mayor and council passed an ordinance barring anyone under eighteen from driving a hack or soliciting work. Hackmen permitting minors to drive or solicit business risk license forfeiture. The measure aims to crack down on boys driving hacks to houses of ill repute, with police to enforce.
Well Named Remedy Ad for Chamberlain's Colic Cure
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as unmatched for stomach cramps colic and diarrhoea. It lists distributors H R Palmer Orr Drug Co Warren J Smith B C McEvoy and L P Canning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. R. Palmer & Song
Orr Drug Co
Warren J. Smith & Bro
B. C. iMcEvoy
L. P. Canning
Near Beer Tax Imposed on City Dealers
The state moves to tax near beer dealers with licenses and fees ranging from 200 to 500 dollars per year, affecting many local businesses. The Comptroller may soon notify the tax collector to collect the new levy, with penalties for noncompliance and licenses tied to prison fund allocations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Wright
Wright conquers the air with successful Jaeroplane
Wright demonstrates a Jaeroplane that appears to be a successful flight vehicle. Report notes the craft achieves vertical lift and stable ascent, signaling progress in early aviation. Local observers witness the test, touting Wright as a pioneer in lightweight aerial design.
No Minors Bar Restrictions Adopted by City Council
The mayor and council adopted an ordinance prohibiting minors and women from entering near beer saloons and barring sales to these groups. Chief McKie orders strict enforcement, warning dealers to comply with the new rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKie
Barrow on the State Universitys role in Georgia
Dr Barrow argues that the University of Georgia serves the state by shaping citizens and promoting virtue and order. He warns that without state-directed education the state risks failed aims and calls for continued public ownership and civic mission. He emphasizes upbuilding Georgia, excellence, wisdom, justice, and moderation in youth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
D.C
Barhow“Le.d
University of Georgia
People of Georgia
Hartley Cash Store Placed in Receiver’s Hands
Judge F L Upson granted a receivership for the Hartley Cash Store of Pendergrass Georgia after creditors petitioned. Measrs C Upson Lumpkin and R L J Smith led the filing with J L Hull named as receiver. State court action expected to turn over assets to the federal appointee P Cooley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. L. Upson
U. 8S
Hartley Cash
Pendergrass
C. Upson
E. K. Lumpkin
R. L. J.smith
Commerce
J. L. Hull
Brand
P. Cooley
Poleys Kidney Cure Promises Kidney and Bladder Relief
Jf Interest to Many. Poleys Kidney Cure will cure any case of kidney or bladder trouble that is not beyond the reach of medicine. No medicine will do more. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poley
Brown Defends Georgia Democratic Ticket in Open Letter
Marietta Ga September 9 1908 Hon Joseph M Brown replies to The Atlanta Journal’s criticisms of the Democratic gubernatorial nominee. He asserts confidence in the people and party loyalty, critiques the paper’s distrust, notes the June 23 state convention nominees for governor and electors, warns against discord, and calls for cordial party support of all Democratic nominees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Georgia
Atlanta Journal
United States
Bryan
Baptist Church
Liberty
Ireland
Journal
Thomason Bail Hearing Highlights Walton Notables
Judge Brand presided over an all day bail hearing for Olin M. Thomason of Monroe accused of shooting J. H. Bowen. Thomason's health and need for open air life were cited while prominent Walton county residents attended. Attorneys Napier Cox for Thomason and Tribble Stone Feller for the state presented evidence. decision awaited in writing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brand
Chambers
Olin M. Thomason
Monroe
Thomason
J. H. Bowen
Walton Superior Court
Walton County
Athens
Napier & Cox
Tribble
A. C. Stone
H. Feller
John T. Robins
Superior Court
E. C. Arnold
John J. Nunnally
G. A. Garrett
W. Harris
W. Durden
J. J. Hurst
W. A. Farr
W. L. Wood
Henry Andrew Held in Custody Over Suicide Attempt
Andrew Held, a storekeeper on Chase Street, was detained by city police after attempting suicide by laudanum. He drunkenly sought the drug, bought a counterfeit laudanum, and was held for a few days by order of Mayor Dorsey to calm his nerves and reconsider life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Andrew
White Mag
Chase Street
Andrew
Itzy
Dorsey
Bankruptcy hearings held for Yarborough and Stevens in Maysville
Yesterday at city hall the first meeting of creditors was held in two bankruptcy cases, J. D. Yarborough and J. E. Stevens & Co., both of Maysville. Creditors and attorneys attended. Col. S. C. Upson of this city serves as receiver. About $60,000 is involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Hall
J. D. Yarbrough
J. E. Stevens & Co
Maysville
Col. H. H. Dean
Gainesville
Mesers
E. K. Lumpkin
J. J. Strickland
Athens
R. L. J. Smith
Commerce
Cobb & Erwin
W. W. Starke
8. C. Upson
Georgia Legislature Stalemate Over Convict Question
Atlanta Sept 10 Special The house and senate clash on convict legislation with Knight filibuster in the senate and Flynt ruling against appeals. House votes 68 to 51 to adjourn to 10 o'clock tomorrow after two hours of debate and a push to shift responsibility for inaction to the senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
House
Senate
Knight
Felder
Flynt
Lost Hand Of John Gunnells In Factory Accident
Fifteen year old John Gunnells lost his right hand after his limb was caught in a carding machine at Southern Manufacturing Company. The injury was severe, necessitating amputation between the wrist and elbow hours after the accident. He was taken to the hospital and is reported to be recovering as well as can be expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gunnels
Southern Cotton Mill
John Gunnells
Southern Manufacturing
Proctor
Winterville Social News Recaps Local Visits and Events
Winterville Georgia items dated September 10 note Mrs Harold Winter of Alabama is recovering from illness. Miss Gladys Clarke and Miss Ruth Clark return to Augusta after summer with sister Mrs A T Harper. Donald Hawes of Elberton visits. Beulah Dunlap Entalle Dunlap return from Bogart visit. Chas L Harris and family back home in Cumming. Grady Pittard departs for Dahlonega to attend college. Ruby Freeman resumes Lucy Cobb in Athens. Lillie Ashe hosts a 42 party with roses and pot plants. guests include Emma Sue and Marion Colle Belle Griffith Ruby Lil Han Winter Rena Pittard Sallie Tuck Emily Jackson Walton Edwards Willie Pittard Athens Marvin Griffith Carlton Thornton Irwin Colle Frank Watson Grady Glenn Armstrong Haynes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winterville
Harold Winter
Alabama
Gladys Clarke
Ruth Clarv
Augusta
A. T. Harper
Donald Hawes
Elberton
Beulah Dunlap
En Talle Dunlap
Mae Thompson
N Bogart
Chas
L. Harris
Cumming
Grady Pittard
Dahlonega
Ruby Freeman
Athens
Lucy Cobb
Lill’e Ashe
F. H. Kroner
Charles H. Stone
C. L. Harris
Loys Arnold
Miss Arnold
Emily Jackson
Emma Sue
Marion Colle
Belle Grifth
Ruby
Lil ‘Han Winter
Rena Pittard
Sallie Tuck
Emelly Jackson
Messrs
Walton Edwards
Willie ‘Pittard
Marvin Griffth
Carlton
Prince Thornton
Irwin Colle
Frank Watson
Grady Glenn
Armstrong Haynes
A Sure Enough Knocker For Ulcers
J C Condwin of Reidsville North Carolina praises Bucken s Arnica Salve as a sure enough knocker for ulcers. He claims a bad leg outbreak last summer was knocked out in a few rounds with no scar left. Guaranteed for piles sores turns and more. Yocat W J Smith Bro H R Primer and fons drug stores carry it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Condwin
Reidsville
N. C
Bucken
Yocat W. J. Smith & Bro
H.R. Primer & Fons Drug Stores
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Midland
Union Station
Patisbon
DR. Barrow
Joseph M. Brown
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