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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1916

Page

2

Effort to Bring Wilson to Atlanta for Southeastern Fair

Special to the Banner reports Atlanta hopes to host President Wilson during the campaign. An Atlanta visit for the Southeastern Fair opening on October 14 was considered, with Ivan Allen tasked to secure the president. After talks with Wilson supporters in the region, there is growing belief the visit will occur in late October, tied to reelection campaigning.

Atlanta Woodrow Wilson Southeast Ivan Allen Wilson The Fair Association

Weekly meeting to discuss high cost of white print paper

The executive committee of the Press Association will hold a full day meeting in October led by Mr McAuliffe to address the prohibitive cost of white print paper and seek relief. The venue and exact date will be announced, with a likely gathering in Macon during the fair.

Press Association McAuliffe Macon

Setting Sun and a Path to a Sinless Morning Voice

An unfamiliar verse by A. L. Crawley expresses acceptance of life's end and a hopeful afterlife, contrasting a spiritual dawn with earthly storms. The piece also references the University of Georgia School of Commerce offering courses to Athens young men, and mentions A. Bad Gummer for Children amid an unusual influx of activity.

A. L. Crawley Senate School of Commerce University of Georgia Athens

Wilson Presses Business Unity at National Grain Dealers Meet

President Wilson addressed about 3800 delegates in Baltimore at the National Grain Dealers' Convention urging cooperation between government and business to meet world competition. He called for clear trade liberties and restrictions under new laws and urged setting politics aside in business discussion.

Associated Press Baltimore Wilson Grain Dealers’ Convention Busines United States

Bread Prices Rise Across Nation Attract Attention

Federal attorneys were notified to watch for evidence of illegal practices as bread price increases draw interest. The judiciary department lacks power to act unless there is evidence of combinations or agreements injurious to public welfare affecting interstate trade.

Jundeé Department

Cattle herd to be brought into Clarke county for breeding

A load of thoroughbred shorthorn cattle will arrive in Clarke county in a few weeks for breeding. County Agricultural Agent J Q Woodruff and government beef cattle expert Dir Goodell have organized the sale among Clarke farmers. The buyer will select animals in mid to late October. Expected purchasers include Pittard Morton Davie Tribble O Kelley Chambers and other leading Clarke farmers.

Clarke County J. Q.woodruff Oconee Dir. Goodell Georgia State College of Agriculture Messrs. Pittard Morton, Davie Tribble O’kelley Chambers Clarke

Dr F. Bond of Canon Seeks Speakership Candidacy

Canon Ga Sept 25 The many friends of Dr F Bond of Canon Ga are elated over the prospect of his becoming a candidate for Speak. Bond was elected on a

Canon, Ga F. Bond Canon,Ga Bond

Britishers and French Blows Pierce Teuton Lines Before Winter

Telegraphic dispatches note Greek situation dire as Veriovelos and Admiral Conduecticis head from Athens toward Crete then Saloniki. Allied airships raid England coast with minor damage. American soldier Kelley killed aiding Verdun wounded. British and French forces push on from Martinpuich to Combles, Morval, and near Peronne, signaling near-surround of Combles. Russians launch new offensives to halt counterattacks. More air raid reports from England confirming six airships and limited damage.

Martinpuich Somme Peronne du Mord France Teutons

Bar Meeting in Athens Superior Court Saturday Noon

There will be a meeting of the bar of Athens in the superior court room at the courthouse on Saturday at noon for conference and consultation with reference to making a calendar for the approaching term of the court the second Monday in October. Formal notice will be issued later in the week.

Bar of Athens

Martha J Terrell Dies at Lawrenceville

Mrs Martha J Terrell age 82 dies at her Lawrenceville home after a short illness. A lifelong resident she joined the Methodist church 65 years ago. Survived by sons Dr W M Terrell C J Terrell and Homer Terrell of Atlanta and M K Terrell and Miss Clara Terrell of Lawrenceville. Funeral and interment details follow.

Martha J, Terrell Lawrenceville Maria J, Terrell Methodist Church W. M. Terrell C. J. Terrell Homey Terrel Atlanta M. K. Tenrell Clara Terrell

New York Governor Considering Extra Session on Strike Crisis

Labor leaders push for a broad work stoppage as unions seek government action. State legislators plan to urge the governor to convene an extraordinary session to address the strike. AFL organizer Hugh Frayne says about forty percent of 600,000 workers intend to quit Wednesday. Demonstration is favored over a full strike, with transit lines largely normal but sporadic violence reported.

Associated Press New York Carmen Hugh Frayne American Federation of Labor Wes

Tug Sets Out To Meet A Submarine Near New London

Westerly Sept 25 The tug Weasterly left harbor at dawn to meet a submarine craft in the area. Captain Frank Robinson offered no comment, but his wife said she expected to escort a submarine crew into New London before daybreak.

Tug Associated Press Westerly R. I Frank Robinson New London

Sister of Athens Lady Passes Away

Mrs. EB H Abbott of Pope street Athens traveled to Bok stone Georgia to see her ill sister Mrs. G V Roland. Abbott sent word yesterday morning that her sister had died. The item mentions a separate testimonial about Foley Kidney Pills from Mrs F B Hortmeister of Tea Missouri.

Athens EB. H. Abbott Pope Street Bokston, Ga G. V. Roland

Paralysis Situation Affects New York Travel Rules

Federal health authorities inspect Interstate travel from New York and warn that if infantile paralysis cases drop as today they may authorize actions by October first. Schools opened with ten to fifteen percent of children kept home by cautious parents amid cautious mood. Postal savings banks hold nearly one dollar per person in the United States.

Associated Press New York Postal Savings Banks United States

Troops Won't Withdraw Until Mexico Proves Ability

New London Conn Sept 25 The Mercury American fret meeting feature was the Villa raid at Chihuahua shown as of little importance but Americans reported pessimistic views Until doubt of Mexican ability to control the situation is removed it seems unlikely Americans will agree to withdraw Perting's force

Associated Press New London Conn Chihuahus Perthing

Ice man doubles as coal man unsettles winter trade

A local columnist quips that the icy season is a routine test of services but notes the ice man also selling coal creates a unique conflict for households. The remark highlights how seasonal supply roles blur during tough weather.

Doley’s Honey and Tar Endorsed for Coughs Colds and Bronchitis

For Hay Fever Asthma and Bronchitis Every sufferer should know that Doley's Honey and Tar tas reliable remedy for coughs, colds, bronchitis.

Doley

Promotions Move General Mills Vacancy Abroad

Secretary Baker announced from Baltimore that American forces in Mexico will nominate a major general to fill the Mills vacancy. This does not affect leadership of the Mexican expedition. Brigadier generals to succeed Pershing will include Gwitt Treat French Greble, with Adams McComb and Sibley retired.

Associated Press Mexico Mills Baker Baltimore Ken Gwitt Charles G. Treat General Staff Francia H. French Twenty Firet Infantry Edwin St. John Greble Sixth Field Artillery Pershing Granger

Great Rally at First Baptist Church Sunday School

Sunday was Go to Sunday School day at the First Baptist. The main auditorium and the Sunday school rooms were filled with attendees totaling 632, surpassing the 500 goal. A mission offering aimed at one hundred dollars raised 114.75 dollars, supporting state missions through a lively program.

First Baptist

Funeral of Miss Belle Hutcheson Sunday Afternoon

The funeral for Miss Belle Hutcheson who died Saturday night at her sister Mrs Doster’s home was held Sunday at 4:30 PM at Winterville Cemetery. Reverends Luke Johnson and James C. Morris officiated as many friends gathered to mourn the beloved woman and her family.

Belle Hutcheson Siater Cept Doster Neva Winterville Luke Johneon James C. Morris

WLLAND RECOGNIZES U. S. COTTON STANDARDS ADOPTED

Washington reports that the cotton standards issued by Secretary Houston for American markets have been adopted by the government trading board and the Holland cotton exchange, signaling official recognition of the system. The notice reflects broader industry alignment and state-level implementation. A separate letter from Ada Sanders of Cottontown, Tennessee praises Foley's Honey and Tar as the best cough remedy for her two young daughters.

Associated Press Washington Houston Botte , Holand Cotton Exchange Ada Sanders Cottontown Tenn Foley

Earl of Essex Found Dead in London

The Earl of Ze eex was found dead in bed at New Market after illness. He is identified as the seventh Earl of Casex, George Devereux de Vere Capell, aged nine, a major landowner with about 15,000 acres. His second wife Adele Grant, daughter of Beach Grant of New York, was married in 1693.

Associated Press London Earl of Ze Eex New Market Earl of Casex George ‘Devereux de Vere Capell Adele Grant Beach Grant New York

Act Quick With Kidney Pills In Time Of Danger

Athens residents endorse Dean's Kidney Pills as highly effective during kidney danger. Mrs. 8. F. Davie of Cobb Street reports back pain and fatigue improved after using two boxes. FosterMilburn Co, Buffalo, New York.

Athens Dean F. Davie Cobb St. Athens

Death by Own Action in Jackson County

In Jackson County a coroner’s inquest found Miss Ghelton daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Shelton died by her own hand. The death occurred at Mrs Burroughs residence by hanging from joists with a rope. Burroughs and Miss Shelton had been married about one and a half years, separated then reconciled earlier this year.

Miss Ghelton, Daugher Henry Shelton Burroughs Jackson County

Nationals Tie Record With 21st Straight Victory

New York Nationals win both games of a double header to reach twenty one straight victories, surpassing the 1854 Providence Nationals mark. Schupp and Perritt dominated St. Louis in the double header. Noted that several minor leagues have higher totals, including Corsicana's 27 in 1903.

Associated Press New York New York Nationals Providence Nationals Schupp Perritt St. Louis Batteries Corsicana Texas

Hughes Critiques Wilson On Gas Case At Dayton

Dayton, Sept 26 Candidate Hughes spoke to locals and said President Wilson erred in linking the New York eighty cent gas case with the eight hour law. He argued there is no analogy between the two matters.

Associated Prose Dayton Ohio Hughes Wilson New York

Unexplained Tribute Named Camp After Soldier

General Bell named the camp of the Tenth provisional division Camp Owen Belerne in memory of a sergeant killed in a gala on Thursday while performing his duty with the provost guard. The tribute was reported from El Paso Texas on September 25 by Associated Press.

Associated el Paso Texas Bell Tenth Provisional Division Owen Belerne

Catts Knott Fight Over Alachua County Votes Reserved

In Tallahassee on September 25 the Florida Supreme Court reserved a final ruling in Sidney J. Catts plea seeking to let precinct three votes in Alachua county stand. Attorneys for Catts and gubernatorial nominee W. W. Knott argued as Knott calls for a full county recount.

Tallahasee Fla Sidney J. Catts Alachua County Supreme Court Catts W. W. Knott Knott

Kidney trouble relief claim from Little Rock reader

Ten year kidney trouble affected T F Hutchins of Little Rock Arkansas who writes that after taking Foley Kidney Pills his pain and distress vanished. He says he was almost hopeless but five boxes restored his health and vigor according to H Palmer and Son local ad.

T. F. Hutchinon Little Rock Ark Foley Kidneyville Foley Palmer & Sone

Boifevillet Confident in Re-Election as House Clerk

Atlanta, Sept 25 Col John T Boifouillet clerk of the House of Representatives says he is absolutely satisfied with his race to succeed himself and anticipates no trouble. He notes promises and commitments of support are coming in as well as ever and sees no reason for doubt about the result.

Boifevillet Atlanta John Tboifouillet The Hous of Representatives House

Foley Kidney Pills and Cathartic Tablets Ad Offer

An old ad invites readers to mail five cents to Foley & Co in Chicago for a timed offer. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills for coughs colds and crown relief, and Foley Cathartic Tablets, with Palmer & Goss as distributors.

Foley & Co Chicago Foley Palmer & Goss

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Speen Earth Castor Ania Castoria Clarke CO Teuton Lines Ielos Miral Condeurictis Crete Saloniki Engligh North East England Parle Edward Joseph Kelley Philadelphia American Ambulance Verdun Front Lste N. Y F. B. Hortmeister Middleton Wlland U. S Earl OF Essex Nicholeon W Nationals
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