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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1891

Page

2

Athens Daily Banner Highlights University Commencement Plans

The Athens Daily Banner outlines the upcoming University of Georgia Commencement with a preview of a brighter show than recent years. Reverend Lansing Burrows will deliver the sermon in College Chapel, and alumni orators will speak. Social events will shift from dances to resident-organized entertainments as visitors come to town.

University of Georgia Georgia Lansing Burrows Augusta Athens

A Feeable Reason in Tariff Debate

A letter or op-ed passage argues Senator Hoar misstates American genius and capacity, asserting the U S leads in intelligence and industrial progress. It counters tariff protection claims as unnecessary, noting Americans already excel in invention and achievement despite past political stances.

Lessee Tax Rebate Report on Western and Atlantic Rail

A governor appointed commission reports that the lessees of the Western and Atlantic railroad are owed 94644.05 as a tax rebate for Tennessee taxes paid. It also states no payment is due to lessees by the State for betterments on the State road. The ruling ends the long public dispute.

Western & Atlantic Railroad Georgia Tennessee

Tar Banner backs railroad commission decision in Georgia

The Commission was formed by professional railroad lawyers and respected gentlemen. Tar Banner states it has thoroughly investigated the issue and embraces the Commission's decision on behalf of the people it represents.

Georgia Tar Banner

Alumni Gather at Kimball House Preserve University Spirit

The Atlanta Journal reports a University of Georgia alumni reunion at the Kimball House. Attendees from classes '86 to '90 include E. P. Upshaw lawyer in Atlanta, Rob Foreman bookkeeper in Mutual Life, John Little Columbus attorney, J R. Cooper Macon lawyer, W. H. Pope Atlanta lawyer, Alf Harper Atlanta reporter.

University of Georgia Kimball House Kimball E. P. Upshaw Rob. Foreman Mutual Life Insurance Company John Little Speaker Little Georgia House of Representatives Columbus J R. Cooper Macon W. H. Pope Atlanta Hoke and Burtono Smith Fulton County Alf Harper

Augusta Chronicle Stays Bright Amid Hot Southern Summer

The Athens Banner notes Augusta’s bracing climate with river breezes and healthy hills. It praises the Augusta Chronicle and its new editor for remaining vigorous and cheerful despite the heat.

Augusta Chronicle Augusta Athens Lincoln County A. Hens Banner

Vermont slate trust praised by St Johnsbury paper

The St Johnsbury Republican lauds a Vermont slate trust spanning Fair Haven and Poultney producers. It says the trust raised slate prices only modestly and prudently, appealing to consumers taxed by the tariff. The trust, guarded by tariffs, has recently advertised in Wales seeking miners.

Vermont St. Johnsbury Republican Fair Haven Poultney Way Wales

The Atlanta Constitution Editorial Page Praised

The Atlanta Constitution is described as sweeping clean news coverage with liberal discussion on its editorial pages. It is praised for its clarity and lack of superficial commentary, deemed one of the South's brightest editorial sections.

The Atlanta Constitution News of the World South Constitution

Dr Macone Predicts Cincinnati Affair Rejuvenates Greenback Era

Dr Macone views the Cincinnati affair as a reju venation of the defunct Green Back party of the North. He says it will rally former tail twisters who once shaped politics in the greens back movement.

Macone Alliance ‘Movement Cincinnati North

Social Circle Sentry Launch Hailed by Georgia Editors

The Georgia weeklies praise the first copy of the Social Circle Sentry on the exchange table. Editor A. B. Johnson of the paper is described as capable to leverage its territory. A call goes out for Georgia editors to join a Chicago excursion for the World’s Fair coverage.

Georgia A. B. Johnson Sion Chicago Jakes

Summer at Cape May and witty editor quotes

Mr HarRison plans another Cape May summer while conversations note greetings to Mr BiancE aboard for Chicago Banner Wavelets. The piece boasts Athens as a top American summer resort and includes editorials on truth and wealth.

Mr. HarRison Cape May

Fragmented satire chatter at fair prompts cautious readers

A garbled item mocks the fair and journals while naming Frank Lace of Billville Banner and a poem titled Sweet Gal. a Lee. The piece hints at deception and patriotism with unclear critique of public figures.

Frank Lace Billville Banner Fame Gal A Lee Stanton

Whitmire Joins Columbus Enquirer Sun Staff

Wiormir Sami E. Whitmire has joined the staff of the Columbus Enquirer Sun and is said to be warmly welcomed back into the ranks.

Wiormir Sami E. Whitmire Columbus Enquirer Sun Cagsne Carswell Douglasville Swep Billups Watkinsville Turner Gebrygia Albany News Cooke Quitman Free Presa TrLlMan Charley _ Tillman John Tillman Quitman Mercer University Benjamin E. Russell Waycross Reporter Georgia

Catarrh Cure Endorsed by Toledo Doctor Letters Faith in Hall's Cure

A Toledo physician Dr L L Gorsuch testifies to forty years of practice and endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co. He claims it cures all catarrh cases when used as directed and offers $100 for any persistent case. The notice notes the product is sold by druggists at 75 cents.

ToLeDo Messrs F. J. Cheney & Co L. L. Gorsuch M.D Summit St Hall Ae Atheny Gaslight,Co Clayton, Street Gas Co

Dyspepsia Cure Through Determined Diet Reform

A binder named Mr. A J Cox recounts his battle with dyspepsia and the turn to negative and positive changes. He describes choosing to stop doctors and drugs in favor of self discipline and a dramatic dietary shift, claiming he regained health after years of illness. The tale cites Eugene Field and Chicago News as sources.

Commie-ion A. J. Cox Mr. Cox Solomon Lywell Eugene Field Chicago News

Specimen Cases in Neuralgia Rheumatism and Cures

Disturbances in Cassel Wisconsin include neuralgia rheumatism and liver issues with loss of appetite and strength. Electric Bitters cured H Clifford New Cassel and Edward Shepherd Harrisburg relieved a leg sore with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. John Speaker Catawba had fevered leg sores healed by the remedies. J Crawford & Co's Drug Store sell these products.

H. Clifford New.Cassel Wis Lee Ottles Edward Shepherd Harrisburg Becklen John Catawba J. Crawford & Co

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