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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1904
Page
5
A confused, garbled report describes a dramatic protest over tax rates in New York, mentioning a woman as the focal figure and broad claims of extraordinary proceedings. It references a July event at Worlds Louis and notes confusion over costs, public response, and photographs amid cited notes on health products and a copper mine fire.
A jumble of notices advertises a typewriter, horses for sale, clothing, job openings, lost items, hardware, and bargains. It mentions Devoe paint, real estate, furnished rooms, and a new photographic studio. Local Broadsheet ads include Pennsylvanian addresses and multiple city offices.
Walter McNeal was shot and killed by his father-in-law Henry Cook in Coffee County near Pearson. The killing followed ongoing disputes after McNeal married Cook's daughter. Cook fled toward Douglas and may surrender. Sheriff Southerland of Kaffee County was alerted. Cook, about 45, and McNeal a young man were involved.
Returns from 75 counties show Governor Davis winning a large share of counties in Arkansas while Judge Wood trails, with contest possible at the state convention. Indications point to limited counties with enough votes to merit delegation, and a convention to elect delegates is planned next Saturday. A separate note tells of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets aiding a Harrisburg child’s sleep and health.
The Athens Manufacturing Company property including the Cheek factory with 40 acres and the Lower Factory with 67 acres, plus several buildings on the Central railroad in Athens, will be sold on April 12. Receivers A. L. Hall A. L. Hall T P Vincent and Billups Phinny appointed as Commissioner. Further maps and details available from the receivers.
The Banner advertises Green’s August Flower as the worldwide cure for stomach digestive liver troubles and constipation. In a test across 7680 U.S. papers, only three failures were reported, two of which involved stomach cancer. Sold for 25 and 75 cents per bottle by A. Palmer and H. Palm & Sons.
The New Haven superior court heard William J Bryan's appeal challenging probate exclusion of a $50,000 sealed letter from the Bennett will. Ex-Judge Stoddard summarized the case stating the letter’s validity as a will component depends on who read it and the intent shown, with further arguments from Mrs. Bennett’s side.
The advertisement claims this cure enhances physical strength by digestion and assimilation of nutrients. It states the product adds to the system, is pleasant to taste, and is the only digestant that enables the body to use healthful qualities, sold by all druggists.
In Media Pennsylvania a $15,000 verdict was awarded to the children of Thomas F. Delahunt after a shock from a faulty telephone caused his death. The device reportedly emitted a strange sound before he collapsed, with the incident linked to a defective electric circuit cited at trial.
Mrs Franklin Fresmon of Dover New Hampshire reports her and her son's relief from catarrh after using Ely Brothers Ely's Cream Balm. The letter claims first application gave relief and notes the balm does not irritate or sting. Sold by druggists for 50 cents or mailed from 66 Warren street New York.
Obituary notes the death of Waethctel Matreh, a Confederate Army general and prominent attorney. The piece recalls his service under General Lee, his leadership of cavalry, and multiple severe wounds. It also references Witch Hazel salve advertising by E O DeWitt & Co of Chicago.
Local directory page lists Masonic and other fraternal lodge meetings at various halls and streets. Notices invite members to attend with times around 8 o clock and warn of scheduled second monthly and weekly sessions.
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