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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1907

Page

7

Railroad funding limits halt Southern railway construction

Washington reports President Finley of the Southern railway explains the stoppage and force reductions stem from tight capital and investor hesitation. He says only projects already well progressed will continue, with others delayed until funding improves. money issues affect rail and all business. The notice ends with a separate drug advertisement for DeWitt's Little Early Risers.

Washington Finley Southern Railway Adv Moaty Cave

Boy in peril after swallowed chicken piece in Montgomery

In Montgomery Alabama September 35 a boy of eight from a prominent Perry reef family lies in precarious condition after swallowing a large piece of chicken. The piece lodges at the stomach entrance and cannot be moved. Doctors plan an operation to reach the obstruction while the boy has not eaten for a week. The notice also includes an advertisement for Dr Shoop's Restoration with free samples from Racine Wisconsin.

Montgomery Ala Fettle Emma Williams South Perry Reef Stag

Hearst Says He Is Not a Candidate for President

New York dispatch reports William Randolph Hearst states he is not a candidate for president on the Independent League ticket or any other, and would only serve if public duty required. He desires to labor to advance his principles rather than seek office, and would act as a jury if needed. Also advertised: Bucklen's Arnica Salve marketed for burns, wounds, ulcers with guaranteed cure by W. J. Smith & Bro. and H. Riner & Sons.

Independent League Hich Guaranty W. J. Smith & Bro. H. Riner & Sons, Druggista

Wu Ting Fang Reappointed China Minister in Washington

Pekin reports Wu Ting Fang is reappointed to his former post as China’s minister to Washington. The famed diplomat, once lionized in the U.S. capital, toured Georgia visiting Milledgeville and Atlanta, engaging crowds with speeches and posing personal questions to Atlanta women at gatherings.

Pekin Wu Ting Fang China Washington United States Georgia Milledgeville Normal School

Fire Insurance Agents Meeting in Richmond

The National Association of Local Fire Insurance Agents met in Richmond Virginia for a convention running through Saturday The program includes papers by Governor Claude A Swanson and other experts on topics such as agency relations scheduling rating and uniform systems The session covers overhead wiring and protecting agency interests against competition and other industry issues. Lost and Found A bilious attack with nausea and headache was found at W J Smith Bro H R Palmer & Scene drug store a box of Dr Kings New Life Pills offered as a remedy for biliousness malaria and jaundice priced 26c.

Richmond National Association of Local Fire Insurance Agents Claude A. Swanson Virginia Frank Lock New York Carroll L. DeWitt Chicago James V. Barry Michigan J. H. Southgate, Jr Durham N. C Dean Analytic Universal Mercantile Charles B. Weil Milwaukee National W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Scene Drug Store Dr. King

Smith College pledges funds for new working library

Northampton September 25 Smith College graduates have pledged more than 50000 toward a modern working library for 1500 students returning to campus. A conditional gift of 62000 near completion, with 12000 still to raise, funds will equip a library designed for quiet study, ready reference, and access to 8000 works. A librarian, Josephine A. Clark, arrives to plan.

Northampton Smith College Smith Women's College Josephine A. Clark Washington New England College For Women Seelye Hall Mitc Lbrary Donald G. Mitchell Reading Lbrarians

Woman Injured In Harris Street Fall

Mrs. R. R. Hipking lies at her Harris street home after a serious Monday afternoon fall that fractured her hip. Doctors say recovery is possible but it remains a severe injury likely to take time. Also notes a testimonial about Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy used for dysentery, with several local druggists named as sellers.

R. R. Hipking Harris Street

Snake Warlike Jamoromat Attacks Marshall County Man

In Als September 95 a Marshall County resident J. A. Mordant reports a near fatal encounter with a large snake while walking home through a cotton patch. He grabbed a rock to ward it off, the reptile struck twice, and he then cut the head from the snake after an exhausting struggle. He later encountered the dead snake’s mate, which he avoided by fleeing.

Luntsville Als J. A. Mordant Marshall County Mordant Jaides de Camp Honora Allthe Mordante Mr. Moray

Geo L Carson Named Aide De Camp To Governor

Bainmerce Ga September 25 Many friends of Hon Geo L Carson Sr are gratified by his appointment on the Governor staff as aide de camp with rank of lieutenant colonel. The aide de camp post has long been honored and sought after in this state, though the governor is now restricted in appointments.

Real Bainmerce Geo. L. Carson

Goburns Ainstrels Soon to Appear at Colonial

Among assembled to enjoy the minstrel show, Dan Holt, “The Georgia Cotton Blossom,” beloved southern performer, is praised as the best exponent of the true antebellum negro dialect and mannerisms. Coburns Greater Minstrels bring him as principal comedian for the coming season at the Colonial next Tuesday. Prices range from 25 cents to 1.00.

Dan Holt Georgia South Coburn J. A. Coburn Dan

Taft Endorsed by Republicans in Lincoln Convention

Lincoln Neb September 25 Secretary Taft was endorsed for the presidency by the Republican state convention. A separate item cites a diarrhea cure claim for Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, with testimonials from R G Stewart of Greenville Ala and local druggists listed as sellers.

Lincoln Neb Taft Chamberlain R. G. Stewart Stawnet & Bye Greenville Ala H. R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Boo Ls P. Canning Bo, McBoy, Ore] Drug Co

Carson Celebrated for Political Support in Jackson County

The appointment of Mr. Carson draws praise for his military service and deep loyalty to Governor Smith. He is noted as a longtime supporter who helped secure votes for Candler, Gordon, and Bacon campaigns, earning a reputation as a political mascot with a history of successful endorsements.

Carson Jackson County Smith Morgan Sargent John H. Morgan United Confederate Veterans of Commerce Gov. Smith Candler Mr. Candler Gov. Candler

Hyomel marketed as cure for catarrh with money back guarantee

Advertised Hyomel claims to cure all catarrhal diseases with a H R Palmer & Sons guarantee. Formula shared with physicians and a one dollar outfit offered with refunds if not effective. Sold by all druggists and marketed as economical and scientifically backed per Pure Food and Drug Law serial No 1413.

Athens H. R. Palmer & Sons H.R. Palmer & Sons

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