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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1906

Page

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Prominent Georgia Farmer Seeks Governor Post At Paoli Rally

Hon. Jas. M. Smith of Oglethorpe county addressed about six hundred in Paoli Madison county on May 12. Dr. Deadwyler introduced him praising his farming success, leadership in Georgia, and potential as governor. Smith recalled humble beginnings as a wheat thrasher and pledged a farmer’s platform to local supporters.

Col. Smith James M. Smith Madison County Paoli O. Ladwyler Carlton Deadwyler Oglethorpe Georgia Kentucky House of Representatives Jas. M. Smith Oglethorpe County Canidate T. P. Cleveland Presbyterian Church T.P. Cleveland Upham Jim Smith Jim Smit

Death of Savannah lawyer T N Denmark follows family legacy

The Savannah based lawyer Thomas N Denmark died at his home after a typhoid battle at age twenty seven. He was son of the late Brantley A Denmark and chaired the University alumni endowment committee, earning wide respect across Georgia for his service. The obituary notes his brief career and strong community ties.

Thomas N. Denmark Savannah Denmark Brantley A. Denmark University of Georgian A. R. Lawton Georgia

Nickerson Named Grand Chancellor of Georgia Knights of Pythias

Thomas H. Nickerson of this city was unanimously elected Grand Chancellor during the Augusta grand lodge session. Delegates saw him as an able, enthusiastic Pythian who will manage Grand Lodge affairs properly. St Elmo Lodge members rejoice at his election and expect a cordial welcome upon return.

The Knights of Pythias of Georgia Thomas H. Nickerson Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge Augusta Nickerson St. Elmo Lodge Atlanta Parker

Local Cotton Stocks and Shipments Report

Readable fragments show stock on hand figures for Sept and season totals. Included are receipts for wagon and railroad shipments, with totals like 427580 railroad receipts and 70682 shipments for local spinners.

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Impromptu Debate Underway At University Chapel

Representatives from Phi Kappa and Demosthenian societies will debate tomorrow night at 8:30 in the chapel. The University band will provide music and the public is invited. Participants include P W Davis Jr, Geo Haines Jr, Van Wilhite, C N Feidelson, T G Stokes, W O Marshburn, J R Turner, Geo P Whitman, J G Giles, M F Goldstein, D B Hodge, and Robert S Parker.

Phi Kappa Demosthenian P. W. Davis, Jr Geo. Haines Jr van Wilhite C. N. Feidelson T. G. Stokes W. O. Marshburn J. R. Turner Geo. P. Whitman J. G. Giles M. F. Goldstein D. B. Hodge Robert S. Parker

Five Seniors Chosen as Class Anniversary Committee

The faculty named five men as senior class leaders and valedictorian prospects. J H Bradberry of Athens Tomlinson Fort of Mt Airy George Hains Jr of Augusta David B Hodge of Stella ville and A W Smith Jr of Atlanta will choose the anniversarian at a future meeting.

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Michael Bros Company 25 Percent Price Reductions

Overstock clearance promotes 25 percent cuts on shirt waists skirts and suits in linen madras lawn and wool blends. Dimities organdies batiste lawn fabrics go for 9 cents a yard as part of a broad sale strategy. Foley’s Kidney Cure advertised for kidney disorders with user testimonial from A H Davis.

Madras Batiste Namsooks Paris Michael Bros. Company

Death of Atlanta Dentist Dr John A Chapple

Dr John A Chapple a well known Atlanta dentist collapsed at the Prudential cafe and died from a stroke. He was a son of the late Robert Chapple of the city and had lived in Athens in his youth where he made many friends.

John A. Chapple Atlanta Takien Prudential Cafe Ajay Dr. Chapple Robert Chapple Athens

Widow Mrs E S Billups Passes Away at 77 in Watkinsville

Mrs. E S Billups died yesterday afternoon at her Watkinsville home after a long illness. Widow of Dr E S Billups she was a long respected figure in the community and Presbyterian church. Funeral is planned for four this afternoon at the residence. An ad promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy for colds and pneumonia prevention available from local dealers.

Watkinsville E. S. Billups Presbyterian Church

Open Letter from Judge E H Callaway to Hoke Smith

Augusta Georgia May 14 1906 Judge E H Callaway writes to Hoke Smith defending the Georgia Democratic Executive Committee stance and its primary rules. He argues party loyalty and the dangers of cross party voting, noting committee composition and compromises on primary dates amid populist tensions. The letter defends Democratic unity and criticizes general white primaries. Continued on page three.

Augusta Hoke Smith Atlanta State Democratic Executive Committee Democratic Party Ewan Peneple Watson Judge Parker

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Jon PAOL General Assembly State of Jim Long Joe Long Longs Robin Wood George Eberhart Henry Evans Henry Russell Henry Williford the Moons the Davids the Grimes the McCurdys the Rowes T.N Leada Michael Bes Foley A. H. Davis Mt. Sterling Towa Prudential Building Chamberlain H. R. Palmer & Sons W. J. Smith & Bro E. H. Callaway North Georgia South Georgia
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