William Myers Fatally Shot Near Albany After Hunting Trip
William Edwin Myers vice-president and manager of the Albany Grocery Company dies from a gunshot wound near Blue Spring four miles south of Albany. Thad Huckabee traveling salesman and a negro aide were with him when the single shot discharged from a front seat gun case as the car moved homeward in a heavy rain. Myers, a Florence county S.C. native who came to Albany in 1904, was a respected businessman and public spirited citizen. The exact mechanism of discharge remains uncertain.
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Albany
Byeeli Ee
Williaa Be Myers
Albany Grocery Company
Blue Spring
Myers
Thad Huckabee
William Edwin Myers
Florence County
D. C
Tifton
Gulfport
Miss
Myers Brothers Mourn Loss of W. E. Myers in Georgia
The death of William E. Myers, age 37, shocks the Myers family circle. Surviving brothers named include Joseph H. Myers of Poulan, George M. Myers of Chipley, A. A. Myers Jr. of Chipley, J. W. Myers of Tifton, J. T. Myers of Dearyan, E. C. Myers of Savannah, KH. H. Myers of Jacksonville, and their father A. A. Myers Sr. of Forestville. The family, prominent in Georgia, gathered in Albany after telegrams. A seven year old girl is the only other immediate relative.
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Mr. Myers
Myers Brothers
Georgia
Joseph H. Myers
Poulan
George M. Myers
William E. Myers
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Promises Miracle Healing
An early advert extols Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts burns bruises sores scalds boils ulcers eczema salt rheum sore eyes cold sores chapped hands and sprains. It claims supreme effectiveness for piles and notes a 25 cent price at S. E. McGeachy.
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S. E. McGeachy
Dust Accumulates More in Sunlit Rooms
A historical note explains how sunlight stirs air currents and concentrates dust along light beams. It cites a museum observation: glass cases illuminated by sunrays gather more dust than shaded ones, proving dust presence varies with exposure.
Revolutionary puzzle rhymes praise and rebuke Washington
An untitled 1776 era verse in National Magazine mixes praise and censure of king George and Parliament. Read across the lines it condemns Congress and Tory supporters while lampooning figures like General Washington.
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George
Congress
Parliament
North
Bute
General Washington
Forced to Leave Home Promoted Lung Cure at Home
Dr King s New Discovery offered as a home remedy for lung trouble and coughs. Testimony from R Nelson of Calamine Ark says it cured lung disease and gained weight. Advertises guaranteed relief for coughs colds la grippe asthma throat and lung troubles with trial bottle at 81 00 from H B McGeachy s.
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Dr. King
R. Nelson
Calamine
Ark
B. McGeachy
Thrice-a-week World promotes 1908 upgrade and value
The Thrice-a-week World pledges fuller, faster world news coverage and fair political reporting for Republicans and Democrats. It touts serial novels by top authors, promising quality similar to daily papers and a yearly $1.00 price, with a bundled offer including The Banner at $1.65 for one year.
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World
Baner
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William &. Myers
National Magazine
Chipley Banner
Chipley, Fla
Bank Drug Store
Marianna Manufacturing CO
Marianna, Fla
The
New York World
R. E. Tiller
Chipley
Florida
First Nat’ Bank
Attorneye At Law
Wotlice Ove Fist National Bank
Curtis L. Jones
Wausau, Florida
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