Capture of Bill Johnson in Greenville S C
The story recounts the two week old murder of John Webb by Bill Johnson, his capture in Greenville, and the surrender of Johnson’s partner in Georgia. It notes a sheriff and police pursuit, the quick nab, and the expectation that Johnson’s other accomplices will be captured and punished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Johnson
Greenville
S.C
John Webb
3. C
Clarke
Webb
Johnson
Georgia
Acgroves
Ogiethorpe County
Wier
Athens
Thersis Aitics
Good Looks and Health Tied to Vital Organs
A historic note extols beauty as tied to liver stomach and kidney health. Electric Bitters is marketed as a tonic acting on these organs to improve complexion and cure pimples jetches boils. Sold by J Crawford & Co Drugstore at 50 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Crawford & Co
Religious Services Draw Big Attendance at First Methodist
Interest in special meetings at the First Methodist church grows as Dr Leftwich delivers a sermon on Prayer and Faith. A business leader praises the talk while a large crowd attends last night. A talk for Athens business men is set today at 32 o clock at the YMCA rooms. City school exams are scheduled for May 9 White schools and May 16 Colored schools with subjects Arithmetic U S History Geography and Grammar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Church
Leftwich
Athens
Young Men’s Christian Association
Corps of
U. S
K. C. Branson
Washington Street
Jail Burned by Reckless Young Men in Clarksville
News reports from Clarksville say two young white men, jailed for an offense, attempted to burn the jail. The fire raged for hours before being smothered, several prisoners suffered burns, and the jail destruction was halted amid intense public excitement.
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Clarksville
Dr Holt’s Dyspetie Bisietat on the Market Five Years
The advertises Holt's Dyspetie Bisietat as a superior remedy for liver kidney and bowel disorders claiming to cleanse the body through natural channels. It touts a tonic and “three great” eliminators with a price of one dollar and notes its curative properties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holt’s
Athens progress on boulevard project transforms city landscape
The Athens Peck and Improvement Company advances a major boulevard project from Prince Avenue to the Boulevard, with a large park fill near completion. Plans include street openings, a June 20 sale of some lots, and soon electric line work and new residences, boosting Athens as a gateway for investors and residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Jno. Booth
Park Place
Service Avenue
Prince Avenue
Mertet
Vertise
Botanic Blood Balm Promises Spring Vitality For Men And Women
An 1888 testimonial extols Botanic Blood Balm B B B as a tonic and blood purifier that revives strength and vitality in spring. The note cites an old gentleman and P A Shepherd of Norfolk Virginia praising improved health and reduced need for medical care after using the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. A. Shepherd
Norfolk
Sweet Mission By Bedside Of Dying Christian Woman
An aid society of First Methodist women comforts a dying elderly parishioner with Bible reading and hymns. Three young volunteers care for her, and the soul’s peace is noted as the record of their service in life’s book. Also mentions a salve advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Church
Jesus
St Théro
Classic City Chat Tells Athens News of the Day
Athens items cover Worlds Fair delegate Atlan visit YMC A service for business men and new school superintendent. Fire drills train horses. Sunday School picnic planned. Frost in Clarkesville and journalist Ed Durant’s visit noted. Mrs Pope improving after paralysis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oconee Street
Young Folke
Remarkable Building Boom in Athens City
The city of Athens shows a thriving construction surge with 191 buildings completed last year and more under way this year. New stores on Clayton Street, a hotel, a Saving Bank, residences, and many houses signal growth and prosperity. Hood's Sarsaparilla is praised for restoring strength in old age.
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Athens
Bloomfield
Clayton
Mr. Mesa
Clayton Street
Gantt
Saving Bank
George . Broth
Billips Phinizy
A Good Opening for Live Canvasser at Bannee Office
A live canvasser position is advertised with instructions to apply at the Bannee Office. The short notice invites eager applicants to start with a straightforward opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bannee
Across the Home Plate College and City Pitchers Clash
The Classic City hosts a baseball showdown between the college nine and the city team this afternoon at four thirty. Key players listed include Wadley catcher Fy Beet pitcher and A Halsey at second base for the college, while the city lineup features Beusse catcher Mell pitcher and Davis left field among others. The outcome will be announced later as spectators expect a close game.
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College Nine
College
Wadley
Fy Beet
A. Halsey
L.sibley
Gramling Ltd
E. Halsey
C. Her‘ty
Nalley
C. Beusae
Carthers
Bud Beusse
C. I. Mell
J. C. Mell
Meadow
Davis
Henry Beusee
Talmadge
Bonfield
Meeting of Spilding committee of Industrial Home Society
A notice mentions a Spilding committee meeting of the Industrial Home Society to be held at Mrs G Mellon’s residence on Friday morning May 1 at 10 o’clock. The fragment references travel and climate effects on bowels and an appeal to Dr Biggers, with garbled names and titles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biggers
The
Industrial Home Society
Mra. G
Mell
Mus
Ladgen
the Glade
Oglethorpe County
Immortal Scott Captivates Athens With Richelieu Triumph
The Immortal Scott Thornton drew a packed audience at the opera house last night as Richelieu. Flown with praise from students and citizens, the performance sparked a roaring ovation and a rain of flowers and gifts. Thornton’s unique portrayal elicited standing admiration and a late return to the hotel for autographs and thanks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scots Thornton
Scott
Richélieu
Scott Thornton
Athens
Laken
Scott ‘Thornton
Richelieu
Guaranteed Cure for La Grippe Advertised Remedy
The ad offers Dr King's New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds with a money back guarantee if not beneficial after a fair trial. It cites epidemic success and mentions trial bottles at John Crawford & Se. Customer may return bottle for refund if no improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
John Crawford & ‘Se
Athens Y M C A Building Nears Opening Amid Delays
The Athens community awaits the opening of the Young Men's Christian Association Building delayed by blight but now nearing occupancy. The facility will host regular religious services and sermons by notable ministers. once the auditorium is completed, the association plans praise, instruction, and civic outreach under its roof.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Young Men’s Christian Association
Yoon, Men’s Christian Association
Lef
Georgia to Exhibit at World's Fair Says Clarke County Aid
Atlanta May 6 Clarke county papers report Athens citizens led by Andrew J Cobb influencing Georgia's plan for a major World’s Fair display. The convention backed Cobb’s plan to fund the exhibit using rail lease revenue and urged state action with a $60 000 appropriation from the Okeefenokee sale proceeds. Captain Harry Jackson and Hoke Smith spoke on the resolution.
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Atlanta
Athens
Clarke County
Andrew J. Cobb
Georgia
South
Hall of Representatives
Northen
Empire State of the South
Harry Jackson
Cobb
Hoke Smith
Carter Tate
Pickens
A. T. Brightwell
Chatham
Jnd
A. Q. Moody
Thomas
Sta Aisurive
W. N. Glessner
Sumter
G Thomas
Muscogee
H. Swith
Fulton
M. H. Sandwich
Upson
Mies
Soaborn Wright
Loyd
Clarke
H. P. Bell
Forsyth
Pat Walsh
Richmond
Gee
Clement A. Evans
Georgia Delegates Debate World’s Fair Funding
The Georgia constitutional convention heard Pope Barrow's opinion on funding from Western and Atlantic railroad rentals for a Chicago World's Fair exhibit. A committee was formed to study Cobb's views and propose state aid, with a resolution urging $100,000 be appropriated for Georgia's 1893 Columbian Exposition exhibit. A standing committee on World's Fair matters was also recommended.
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The
Barnzx
Pryor L. Mynatt
Leg 2
Barrow
H. P. Bell
Forsyth
Seaborn Wright
Patrick Walsh
General Assembly
Thomas
Hoke Smith
Fulton
Western & Atlantic Railroad
Georgia
Chicago
Electric cars to glide along new Athens trolley line
Posts are being planted and trolley wires will be mounted soon marking the near completion of Athens electric line. The event excites residents as a grand street car procession is planned with curiosity over the first trip and which car will lead the way. The Banner will cover the momentous test. Dr Biggers Huckleberry Cordial advertised for bowel troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Banner
May frost and snow cut across a cold wave
A cold snap brings blustery winds and frost in May as residents report unusually wintry weather across the region. Snow flurries and chilly temperatures disrupt early-week routines and raise concerns for gardens and crops.
Freezing Weather Hits Fruit Belts Across the North
May 6 reports from Albany and across the northern states describe heavy frosts blighting blossoms and foliage. Ice half an inch thick formed in several areas and snow fell in cities like Albany Fort Wayne and North Troy. Some fruit crops remain uninjured while others show damage in cherry and plum trees amid a general cool spell.
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Albany
Fort Wayne
Ind
Kalamazoo
Mich
North Troy
Richford
Shrewsbury
Mars
Winsted
Litchfield County
Atlanta
Two Bank Officials Arrested Over False Records
Gideon W. Marsh former president of the Keystone National Bank and Charles Lawrence ex cashier were arrested in Philadelphia on charges of conspiring to make false reports of the bank’s condition. They were held on 20 000 bail each for a further hearing. The bank exams chief testified that the estate of former president John C. Lucas was credited with 750 000 debt to the bank, though Lucas estate owed about 900 000 with 700 000 returned.
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Philadelphia
Gideon W. Marsh
Keystone National Bank
Charles Lawrence
Lacy
John C. Lucas
Lucas
Negro denied bar admission in Brunswick
Waycross resident A. B. Tucker appeared before Judge Atkinson in Brunswick for lawyer status but failed to present the required certificate. The judge refused admission, disallowing Tucker to be admitted to the bar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brunswick, Ga
Tucker
Waycross
Atkinson
Superior Court
Woman Defends Home as Thieves Break In
Frank Mutchier's River Street residence is entered by two thieves while Mrs. Mutchier is alone. She confronts them, one grasps her throat and aims a club, she screams for her husband, drives them to flee, and smashes a chair over one assailant leaving a blood trail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gabby
Frank Mutchier
River ‘Street
Ex Governor Crittenden Stricken By Fatal Illness
Kansas City May 6 Ex Governor Thomas Crittenden was stricken with a fatal illness after returning home from his office. Physicians say he is suffering from a ruptured blood vessel and uraemic poisoning. His condition is described as serious with his life in danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crittenden
Kansas City
Thomas Crittenden
Nyeniens
Jeans
Election contest unresolved in Tallahassee ballots
In Tallahassee on May 6 the election contest remains undecided with unclear results. Ballots show Call 50 and 4 for Bloxham, 1 for Long, and two blanks, leaving the outcome uncertain.
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Tallahassee
Bloxham
Long
Prominent Louisville Doctor Dies at 51
Louisville Kentucky May 6 Dr W H Bolling a leading southern physician and dean of the University of Louisville has died at age 51.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville, Ky
W.H. Bolling
South
University of Louisville
War on the Waters: British ship Pelican sighted near Newfoundland
Reports from Halifax in May indicate the British warship Pelican now in Newfoundland waters near Fortune Bay has been fired upon by local Newfoundland catchers. The incident underscores tensions at sea as naval movements are tracked from Halifax.
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Halifax
Newfoundland
Fortune Bay
Comet Sightings and Local Advertisements Reported
A garbled note mentions Mr Barnard at Lick Observatory reporting a periodical comet and faint observations. The item also includes a sale notice for Orr & Hunter farm and dray mines, with contact details for Bailey Murray and a buggy for sale.
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Ham Zon
Cal
Orr & Hunter
Fine ‘Farm and
Dray Mines
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Athens Peck and Improvement Company
Bucklen
Arnica
Acre
John Ered
Classic
Remeen Crawford
Atlan
Messrs
Cane& Murray
BR I. P
Mr. Voss
Noruixe Dong
G. G. Bond
Public Schools of
Clarkesville
E. J. Christy
Ed Durant
Atlanta Constitution
Constitution
8. E. Pope
J. E. Pope
J.S. Bryan
Hood
Wever
Zook
Weaver
Campbell
W. F. Slark
J.f.cheney
B. F. Elliott
Fay
Ering
Pope Barrow
Rh.z
Onsilerpoon
BIG
Florida
Bailey’ Murray
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