14 May 1891
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1891
Page
1
A terse local note outlines a connection involving the Czarewitch entity and a night club scene. Details remain fragmentary but indicate investigation or association with a public figure or venue. Further context is unavailable in the readable text.
A dispatch from Tokyo reports an assassination attempt on the czarevich, wounded but not fatally, by a Japanese assailant wielding a sword. The attacker struck near Kyoto at Otau, but the czarewitch survived thanks to a thick sun hat.
Severe fires sweep through Potter County and surrounding areas as trains fight back flames on Sinnemahoning road. Seventy five men aboard a Austin bound train battled the blaze. the engine plunged into a wall of fire, Superintendent Badger perished, six others died, thirty burned, seven missing amid wreckage and smoke. Vast timber losses include 40 million feet of hemlock and 25 000 cords of bark destroyed.
A large Athens crowd plans a Saturday trip to Oxford to watch the University of Georgia play Emory. Special C and M line coaches, two dollar six cent round trip fare, and return by nightfall. The Georgia team trains daily in anticipation and aims to win decisively.
The Athens paper publishes the full Lucy Cobb commencement programme. Events run May 29 to June 4 with the French play, sermons by Rev. Robert Harris, elocution contests, a concert, address by Hon. John Temple Graves, and graduating exercises. Large attendance expected. visitors and board arrangements already underway.
An article contrasts ancient physician tricks with modern medicine praising Dr. Weatmoreland's Calisaya Tonic. It claims the tonic restores digestion boosts appetite and fights debility and malaria symptoms, urging purchase through L. D. Sledge & Co. and R. C. Orr, Manger.
An upbeat notice requests Bailey and Murray to provide a good chore and a huggy experience, inviting readers to call in Rio for an elegant turnout in every way.
Dr Holt s Dyspeptic Elixir has been on the market five years and proves superior for dyspepsia and diseases from a disordered liver stomach bowels and kidneys It tones up these organs and includes a nerve tonic It cures dyspepsia in all forms Manufactured by Dr Holt s Dyspeptic Elixir Co Montexama Ga Bottle size doubled Price 1.00
The National Educational Association will hold its annual convention in Toronto from July 14 to 17 with international character and a high chance of success. Railroads offer half rates plus a $2 membership fee for attendees. Canadians plan celebrations and excursions to the Great Lakes and St Lawrence area after the meeting. The official bulletin with programme and railway details is available free by sending a post card to Mr H J Hill, Secretary Local Committee, Toronto.
The funeral services for Mr. W. A. Towns will be held at his late residence on Oconee street. The sermon will be preached by Rev. E D. Stone. Towns was well known locally and the community expresses deep respect. A large attendance is anticipated, reflecting the high regard in which he was held.
Promises perfect satisfaction or money refunded for Bucklen arnica salve cures for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions including piles. Offered by John Crawford & Co wholesale and retail druggists with price 25 cents.
An Augusta Chronicle editorial lauds the Georgia railroad for improving service on the Union Point Athens branch. Major Green funds a new train for the Athens branch, with John Cook overseeing its fitting. Athens advances as the paper notes better trains, schedules, and comfort, while poking fun at rail officials.
Railroads plan the largest watermelon movement ever as Georgia growers report 18 000 to 20 000 acres statewide with about 6 000 acres in melons between Thomasville Albany and 4 000 5 000 more along the rest of the system. Florida acreage rises and total plantings top 8 000. Weather delays noted but crops in good condition with fair yield prospects. Shipments start around June 10 rising to peak by June 20, with July 4 stocking emphasized.
The report notes Georgia melons dominate national markets with shipments via Kansas City St Louis and Evansville Indiana. Florida crops are smaller and less impactful. Northeastern schedules improve movement while Athens gains recognition as a growing city.
A health note claims beauty stems from strong liver stomach and kidneys. Electric Bitters is advertised as a tonic that acts on these organs to cure pimples blotches boils and improve complexion. Sold by J Crawford & Co's Drugstore.
Judge Hamilton McWhorter traveled to Atlanta yesterday while Mr W S Holman owns a distant home near Rock College. Tom Reed shows improvement and can go out. rain settled the dust. Dr Charlie Baldwins new boulevard park residence impresses as one of the area’s finest. East Athens builds a small city over the Oconee, cabbage plants thrive, gardens will get full care this season. Oxford trip next Saturday seems more delightful. East Athens sees new houses and brisk trade in a bustling district. merchants advertising in the Banner stay cheerful amid summer preparations.
Lucy Cobb Institute will observe George I. Seney's birthday with a Friday picnic at night dinner and a dance. The generous benefactor funded the chapel and paintings adorning the school, whose memory will endure through many future celebrations.
Reader guidance urges choosing Hood's Sarsuparilla and not to be swayed by substitutes. The message emphasizes brand loyalty and cautions against inferior imitations.
Mr Bertling defends beef quality while residents call Athens meat poor. He claims extensive experience with western beef and offers to source it, noting scarcity of Athens raised cattle. He blames local cooks for spoiling good meat, acknowledging mixed views on the issue.
An advertisement touts Dr Biggers Huckleberry Cordial as a guaranteed cure for bowel troubles. It claims sale by all dealers and includes a cryptic note about for saly slumber and sawdust with initials T C Delony.
Athens readers glimpse nightly items from Classic City including quiet police reports, plans for a driving club, trips to Tallulah Falls by Home wheel students, and notes on Marie Thomas’s return. C. Bore launches a bread delivery wagon service as Athens awaits the new bank contract and building.
The Booth Brothers receive commendation for public spirit in Athens. They are erecting a handsome residence on Hancock Avenue and will complete a fine three story brick business house there soon. The project includes a substantial brick front and a brick office.
Athens was represented at the Southern Theatrical Circuit convention in Atlanta and will receive a share of dramatical attractions next season. The completion of the Georgia, Carolina and Northern railroad will make the opera house more accessible with better actors and splendid attractions.
The energetic firm of J. B. King & Co introduces Klein & Martin’s latest delivery wagon a plum beauty praised as a city street attraction. King & Co keeps operations moving nationwide with this new vehicle.
A delightful entertainment was hosted last night by Mr and Mrs Oates for the Ladies Literary Club at their new home. The event featured a conundrum symposium with challenging riddles, providing calm, pleasurable cracking of hard nuts for all attendees.
The Hartwell Sun notes attorney James McCurry, longtime Hartwell Bank general attorney for Geiser Manufacturing and local counsel for the Richmond and Danville railroad, will continue his practice in Hart and nearby counties, with best wishes to him and his family in their new home.
The Trans Missouri Passenger association announced it will not offer the one fare round trip to the Cincinnati Third Party convention. Kansas City Fort Scott and Memphis said they would not be bound by the association, while offering the one fare rate farmers desire. The move may pressure other lines to follow, with a decision to be discussed at the current association meeting.
In Trenton Gi an incident ends with Jesse Green shot and killed by Elishi Smith on Sand Mountain using a Winchester rifle. Smith remains at large and faces possible counterfeiting charges in Chattanooga from weeks earlier. Green is nephew of Dr Green of St Payne.
May 13 notes from Hanston Grove report Rev. Dodge preaching at the Methodist church and visits by Pierce Shepherd and Rev. Billy Brock. W. B. Power and T. A. Little journeyed to Athens, with schedule changes on the N E R R. A senior party, including J E Key and others, planned a camping trip at Mayfield's pond to seek a “funny tribe” of Madison county.
A distraught father laments sleepless nights as his infant allegedly wastes away from teething. He seeks remedy from Dr. Biggers and his Huckleberry cordial, presenting a cautious plea for relief amid parental anxiety.
Mr P Benson visits Athens to attend the burial of his brother-in-law W H Ltowns who died recently. A former longtime proprietor of Athens wagon shops and carriage manufactory, Benson lived in Athens twenty five years before moving to Atlanta and remaining connected with James M Smith’s carriage factory. His friends greet him warmly and hope he will return to settle in Athens someday.
A fragmented note praises Gail Borden condensed milk as the most successful and reliable food product for infants and nourishment, suggesting grocers and druggists carry it widely.
Edward Atkinson and a party of New England manufacturers arrived in Atlanta and will be hosted through Friday. District Alliance lecturers met State lecturer Copeland to plan outreach, reporting the order in excellent condition. General Carauhan, grand commander of Knights of Pythias, will pass through on Saturday en route to Brunswick and receive a reception.
Advertised note warns against paying canvasers 4 50 for a Beveridge steam cooker and claims E E Jones & Co offers the same item for 2 26. The message urges shoppers to compare prices at the local store.
A six room house available for rent located on Dougherty Street between Lumpkin and Broad Streets. Apply to A. Myscudder.
WELlSTON O May 18 Ten years ago a brutal murder occurred at Washington furnace Jake Seel killed John Cary over a domestic dispute Seel fled and was hunted nationwide He was captured recently near the old murder scene and will be tried again for the crime at once in this court seating.
The Midland railroad strike spreads as a passenger train is stopped at New Ross and travel is completely blocked. Harry Crawford files warrants against strikers from Crawfordsville, but officers refuse to act without guaranteed expenses, citing lack of funds.
Fragmentary notice records Mr Sim Reeves holding the undisputed position of English tenor since 1849 and hints at a ceremonial entry. The garbled text references a date May 18 and an assortment of unrelated product phrases and names, offering no clear context or outcome.
Auction notice lists Orr and Hunter offering select farm and dray mules for sale. Includes brief details on stock quality and bidding terms.
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