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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1906

Page

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Russell Carries Clarke by Ninety Vote Margin

Clarke county backed Judge R B Russell by a ninety vote margin over Hoke Smith in yesterday's state primary. The contest featured steady voting and strong competition between Smith and Russell, with counties like Elbert, Hart, and Gwinnett showing tight results and several counties switching support.

Russell Clarke Howell James M. Smith Wright Merritt Brand Estill Clarke County R. B. Ru Hoke Smith Smith Vincent T. Sanford General Wright Gwinnett Elbert Hart Columbia Talia Earven Wilkes Martih Jude Dodge County Halley Gwinn

Vote totals and committee meet to consolidate county results

The document lists candidates and votes across districts including Russell Hoke Smith Jim Smith Clarke Howell and others. It notes total county tallies and states the Executive Committee will meet today at noon at the courthouse to consolidate the vote.

Sandy Creek Russell Hoke Smith Clarke Howell Buck Branch Jim Smith Bradberry’s Kenneys Princeton Clark Howell Jim Howell Estill Court House

Hammon editor heals with Arnica Salve after assault

Major Hamm editor and manager of the Constitutionalists in Eminee Kentucky was attacked four years ago and used Bucklen's Arnica Salve to heal in ten days. It is praised as the quickest healer of burns, sores, cuts and wounds, available for 25 cents at local drug stores.

Major Hamm The Constitutionalists Eminee Piles Bucklen W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Sons

Indoor Game of Baseball: Reds vs Yellows

An afternoon indoor baseball game at the Young Men's Christian Association features the Reds versus the Yellows. The Reds lead the standings with a strong percentage and the Yellows follow, while the Purples work to rebound after a loss. Key players Marion Smith and Kenneth Lambert are sidelined, impacting the Purples' lineup as the Reds and Yellows prepare with their listed infield and outfield players.

Young Mens' Christian Association Reds Yellows Sun Purples Marion Smith Kenneth Lambert

Doctor faces assault suit in Hartsville case

Mrs. Liz Lee of Decatur Alabama sues Dr W C Barcliff of Hartsville for ten thousand dollars alleging he placed his hand over her eyes then invited her to his office where he made advances. The physician denies assault and says he asked to settle rent. The circuit court case began this morning with five lawyers involved.

Lizille Decatur Ala Jaie Lee Somme W. Can Hartwelle Cliff Lee Barcliff Hartselle

Fires Raging in Valparaiso Amid Earthquake Aftermath

Recurring large blazes strike Valparaiso Chile, with officials noting extensive property damage. The fires follow a significant earthquake event, though specific casualty and loss figures are not provided in the message.

London Valparaiso Chile Ih « Uo Ee Roceiy- No Intin Iso

Republican Conference Sought Among Central American States

August 22 report from San Jose Rien notes Costa Rica invites Guatemala Honduras and El Salvador to meet at San Jose Rien aboard U S cruisers amid a pending Central American treaty. Guatemala suggests peace treaty among the republics before the meeting.

San de Cost Rien

Bids Sought for Stand Pipe Painting

Notices call for bids to paint the stand pipe with details available from the Water Works department before September 1 1906.

Thaw Defense Explores Temporary Insanity Claim

In New York two alienists evaluated Harry K. Thaw at the Tombs as his counsel Clifford W. Hartridge cites plans to argue he was temporarily insane when he killed Stanford White atop Madison Square Garden. Defense seeks to link White's actions to Thaw's alleged mental state.

New York Harry K. Thaw Clifford W. Hartridge Thaw Stanford White Madison Square Garden

John Cook Buries Knife in William Ebarra in New Orleans

William Ebarra, 27, a saloonkeeper, was stabbed to death by his brother in law John Cook, 30, after a domestic dispute involving Ebarra beating his wife. The incident occurred in New Orleans as the couple argued over protection. Sea Wall praised in Galveston while Dr King’s New Discovery touts success in Waco with testimonials and local drugstore availability.

New Orleans William jEbarra John Il Cook Ebarra Galveston E. W. Goodloe Dutton St Waco Texas Dr. King H. R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro

Attempted assault unsettles Canton neighborhood

On August 22 an unknown white man attempted to abduct Minnie Henshaw at 3009 Elloy Street Canton. The assailant seized her by the throat and dragged her toward a dark alley before escaping when neighbors awoke, causing a neighborhood uproar as residents remained vigilant.

Amunie Henshaw Elly Scoot Canton Hana

Interference Debate Over Cuban Revolution Draws State Department Comment

Fragmentary dispatch notes waver over U S stance on Cuba as officials discuss whether to intervene in the revolution. The Havana dispatches reference unsettled conditions and American interests while affirming Cuba may defend itself.

Cuba Havana

Tilins Exhibition Mile Promises New Pace Record

August event features Dan Patch aiming to break pacing record in an exhibition mile. The run includes an extraordinary third quarter time of two seconds, signaling a historic performance.

Dan Patch Tilins

Summer Excursion Rates via Central of Georgia Railway

Summer excursion tickets to seashore, mountain and lake resorts and rail and sail trips to New York Boston Baltimore Philadelphia via Savannah are on sale. Rates and schedules available from any Central of Georgia agent. L. E. Poley, Agent, Tel. 15. Also mentions eviction rule and Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar from Orr Drug Company.

New York Boston Baltimore Philadelphia Savannah Central of Georgia Railway Kennedy Orr Drug Company

James M Smith Triumph Over Watson Shifts Georgia Delegates

In McCul l ie county Georgia the real Democrats celebrate James M Smith defeating Thomas E Watson as a delegate prospect for the state convention. The win over Hoke Smith and Smith's push ends Watson's bid, sparking party rejoicing and a shift in democratic convention plans.

James M. Smith McDuffie Hoke Smith Georgia Oslethorpe McCullie Thomas E. Watson Tom Watson James Mc Stith Democratic Party Watson Col. Smith Mebourfe

Democratic Convention Ends Sullivan Oust Call. Bryan Denied

In Peoria on August 22 the Democratic state convention endorsed William Jennings Bryan for the presidential nomination and tabled his demand to remove Committeeman Roger C. Sullivan. A lively debate followed with Sullivan defending himself as Bryan’s supporters pressed for his removal, but the convention voted 1058 to table the ouster. The body also nominated a state ticket including N. L. Piotrowski for treasurer and Miss Carolina Greater Pike for superintendent.

Peoria Roger C. Sullivan William Jennings Bryan United States Mr. Bryan Sullivan Thompson Bryan Whcimy Plantt Wirren County

Crop Report Signals Strong Year for Wheat and Cotton

The Commercial National Bank reports a large wheat crop in Tee and a generally favorable cotton outlook across the western states. Northern Uicorn belt shows promise, southern Iowa and southern belt lag due to dryness. Noted rain in southeastern states delayed progress. overall yields likely higher than last year, with Georgia an exception. Insects and pests are not a major issue yet.

Tee Towa Georgia

Prohibition Governor Candidates Clash at Platform

Two candidates, Jones and Brunson, argued violently at a platform event. Jones assaulted Peunsen, shouted insults, and sparked a crowd scene. Jones was arrested and fined $10 for disturbing the peace before being released.

Tor Jones Harinson

One Day in Jail for Killing Wife

Denver residents report Charles Pennington received one day in jail for killing his wife Anastasia Pennington with a punch. Testimony stated he was intoxicated and believed to have narcotics in his system when he struck her, causing her weak heart to fail. Mullins faced similar short sentences in earlier cases.

Charles Pennington Anastasia Pennington Wontin Pennington Herta Jwise Mullins

Wife murder charge follows drowning near Little Rock

Clarence L. Jeffries and his brother William Jeffries are jailed in Lite Rock charged with the murder of Mrs. Clarence Jeffries. The drowning in a dike came after prior quarrels and claims she warned of attempted drownings. C. H. Kyke led the investigation triggering the arrest.

Lite Rock Ark Clarence Ho Jeffries Little Rock Clarence LY. Jefferies William Jeffries

Also Mentioned on This Page

Judge Russell Russ Judge Brand Hoke J. Hi. Estill Yesterlc Cificenms Sietory Albhons Sioke Smith H.wies Dougherty Fannin Gilmer, Lee, Pickens Quitman Raby! Twiggs R. B. Russell Clarke, Yeard, Lumpkin Mongomery Stephens, Turner, Walton Madison, McDuffie and Oglethorpe J. H. Estillre Camden Chatham Lincoln Clark Hoke We Fistin G Ars Pury Nashville Shreveport Birmingham Montgomery Memphis Atlanta Mid Wingfield Alban Reed Ed Bailey Frank O'Farrell RY Eppes Paul Holliday Lewis Young Fielder Patman Red Jones Jno Nicholson Henry Parr Henry Nickerson Guy Griffith G. Hodgson Train Chamberlain Frank Jones Pikeville Ind W. J Smith & Bro Ingane Dowie Apostle Voliva Chicago John Alexander Dowie Wilbur Glenn Voliva John Cook William Baltin Osati Waslitns Uaust Central OF GA. Railway L. E. Poley Bryan Forullivan Illinois Owen Thompson Jacksonville N. L. Piotrow Ski Miss Carolina Pike County University Ofllinois Daniel Ro Cameron John Ss. Cuneo Clara Bourlund Commercial National Bank Tama Wien Greenville S.C Messrs. Jones Brunson Brunson Jones Stres Peunsen Denver Colo DeWitt
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