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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1903
Page
1
Registration shows three hundred already enrolled with hundreds more expected. The University of Georgia expects enrollment to surpass four hundred, beating prior records as students enter pharmacy, junior law, and agriculture programs after the Christmas holidays.
Michael Brothers announces the opening of their millinery parlors offering pattern hats bonnets and the latest creations from their work rooms. A grand assortment of ready to wear hats for ladies misses and children will be on display today.
An American play presented at the opera house features a plot about an escaped convict who learns his daughter’s identity from a family Bible. Col Gould exposes the secret, a rival lover and a plan to seize the daughter’s hand unfold, and a daring convict escape impresses the audience. Weary Willie and stage effects highlight a dramatic performance. Stomach Trouble ad mentions Chamberlain’s tablets for relief.
The Athens messengers to the Sarepta Baptist Association meeting in Elberton have returned home. About two hundred delegates attended. Rev. John D. Mell served as moderator. The Elberton hosts extended warm hospitality and the session was praised for pleasure and profit.
The committee picks a Chase street lot for a new Methodist chapel to serve the Boulevard area and nearby districts. The site fronts 86 feet on Chase street and 216 feet back on a 50 foot street, behind Col. Stephen Upson’s home, between Prince Avenue and Boulevard. Funds and building plans to follow after extension board ratifies location.
Rev Orme Flynn of Atlanta will address the College Y M C A tonight at 7:80 in the chancellor's lecture room. He is described as a fine speaker and all are invited to attend. Only one more day remains to buy the Globs Sonio at advertised prices.
The Junior Law Class of the University of Georgia met and elected officers for the coming year: President 18 Problem Jr Vice President W B Bhaw Secretary and Treasurer Mr Bann. The class claims to include many of the brightest young men in the University Law School. Remedy note promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a long standing, safe cough treatment for all ages.
A special service for Confederate veterans is planned at 4 p.m. next Sunday at Btones Chapel on Baldwin street. Major H H Carlton formerly commanded the Troop Artillery and will lead, inviting all old command members and all other veterans to attend for remarks and a profitable afternoon. The meeting replaces the canal Sunday prayer service.
A request proposes dedicating a memorial room in Winnie Davis Hall to Capt H. D. Bradwell the first president of the State Normal School. The note recalls Bradwell’s pioneering work and urges contributions from former pupils to honor his memory and sustain the institution’s legacy.
The Michael Brothers store showcased an outstanding fall millinery line drawing large crowds and record purchases. The two day opening drew delighted attendees, with praise for style and artistry, as the firm aims to outdo prior efforts each year. Also promoting DeWitt's Little Early Risers pills for bowel relief with testimonials.
A series of intercollegiate debates is being arranged with Georgia, Sewanee, Tulane and other Southern colleges. Committees from each society are appointed to drive the effort, with talks of debates against Sewanee and North Carolina. Georgia seeks to renew clashes with the North state as wins are evenly split in past three contests.
About forty students vie for places on the gridiron under Coach W A Reynolds. Training follows at Denmark Dining hall with meals chosen to boost strength and health, a method proven effective for building strong teams.
Mrs. M E Davis of East Athens dies Wednesday after a brief illness from a severe stroke of paralysis. A Methodist church member for years, she leaves a husband and seven children across several towns. Funeral at Oconee Street Methodist Church at ten this morning with interment in Oconee Cemetery.
A pair of religious services are planned, one at Temple Church near Ath Tus and a protracted service at Princeton Methodist Church led by Rev. B. P. Benray. Attendance at Princeton is expected to be large and interest is high.
The Roberts negro, arrested after stealing a watch from J. J. Wilking, was tried before Tadge Cobb. He was found guilty for not explaining how he obtained the watch and was fined one bushel of dollars and costs or ordered to twelve months in the chain gang. Also mentioned is a boy’s ride for life seeking Dr King’s New Discovery for asthma, credited with instant relief.
The Ladies Garden and Village Improvement Club partners with The Fair Association for premiums. Any lady may exhibit in the Woman's Building with free admission, bringing vegetables or pot plants by Oct 8 for heavy items and Oct 5 for cut flowers. Mrs E E Lumpkin, President.
Davison and Lowe large dry goods store drew city ladies for the fall millinery opening. Windows by W H Mibes and W T Collins showcased rich purple fall styles, fine dress goods, and laces, sparking compliments on the artistry and display.
William David of Madison County was tried by the U S court on a charge of illicit distilling and discharged from custody due to insufficient evidence. The report notes Hood’s Sarsaparilla as a health claim ancillary to the item.
President Phinizy of the Northeast Georgia Fair Association has named Mrs. W. P. Briggs Athens Mrs. W. H. Dean Clarke County Miss Mary Ann Frierson Athens Mrs. Wm. King Lexington and Mia. O Avaland Athens as judges for the ladies department. The selections will be announced to the appointees and meet with approval.
The Georgia National Bank of Athens is designated a government depository by the United States government. This marks the first government depository named in Athens and signals future deposits for government payments, including funds for building expenses. President Wilkins and officers take pride in the designation and the bank’s strong record.
Several races are scheduled at the art fair grounds this afternoon with an admission of twenty five cents. The program includes a free for all pace with 100 dollars on offer, a free for all trot, a half mile dash, and a 9:80 trot. Notable entrants listed include Johool Girl Jayboy Indian Cherry Primos J Labs Lady Haalotte and others.
The text argues that initial price does not reflect overall value and suggests testing with a sample of patent flour and other ingredients. It cites Wingfield Cash Grocery as the source of the claim and invites readers to perform a test to verify the statement.
The university literary societies met Wednesday night for the first time since a schedule change to night sessions. Esch Society welcomed about thirty to forty new members and laid out the year’s program, signaling revived interest and plans to do good work.
Central of Georgia announces round trip special train service during the Northeast Georgia Fair in Athens October 6 to 10 1908. Trains depart Machen at 6 00 p m and Athens 6 30 p m returning October 12 with routes from Macon Milledgeville Covington Whitehall and intermediate points. Tickets include round trip rates with a 25 cent supplement and a 50 cent minimum, half fare for ages 6 to 19.
The Black Patti Company opened the Athens theatrical season to a large audience with Liberal applause. The next show, The Convict s Daughter, is set for Saturday night and is expected to draw a full house. A local note praises Chamberlain s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for a life saved.
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