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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1891

Page

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Young Democrats Plan Jubilee Meeting After Victory

Clarke county Young Men's Democratic Club schedules a eight o clock Saturday night gathering at the council chamber to celebrate the Democratic wins last Tuesday. President F M Huacnes urges all Democrats to attend for speeches and business, with a spirited jubilee atmosphere despite no torchlight parade.

Young Democracy Democratic Party Hughes Young Men’s Democratic Club Clarke County Council Chamber Union Young Men’s Democratic ‘Club Clarke Dotmoer Vy Ola Clarke

Their New Hall at University Campus Fund Drive

The Demesthenian Society works to raise one thousand dollars to remodel and rebuild their hall on campus. Regular committees are soliciting subscriptions and alumni in major cities are expected to contribute. The Baxner believes a new hall will boost interest in the society and college life, and daily subscriber updates will be published.

Demesthenian Society Baxnrr

Sweet Gum and Mullein Cure All Speech

Claim lists Sweet Gum and Mullein as Nature's remedy for coughs colds croup consumption and all throat and lung troubles with promo tone and medical authority.

Wade to Leave Athens for Americus City Editor Post

Ingersoll Wade editor of the Ledger will sever his Athens journalism ties to become city editor in Americus. He leaves Athens Thursday morning for his new home and the Ledger editor’s successor is not yet determined. Wade began in Athens journalism about a year ago and his friends follow his career with interest.

Ingersoll Wade the Ledger Athens Americus Times-Recorder The Ledger Wade Tinsley W. Rucker Mayor’s Court Col. Rucker

Last Excursion Thanks For Yrori-EX 30

Fragmentary notice notes a kind of farewell or thanks tied to the Yrori-EX 30 excursion. No clear names, places, or dates are readable. Further readable details are unavailable.

Georgia Press Association Resolves Thanks for Northwest Excursion

The Georgia Press Association plans pamphlet publication of last session minutes. A resolutions committee offers thanks to President W L Glessner for guiding the tour, and to railroads, newspapers, and hosts in Atlanta Chicago Sandusky Put-in-Bay and other stops. The group urges widespread publication of the resolutions and appreciation to all who aided the excursion.

Georgia Press Association Atlanta Printera W. L. Giessner Hit Nordwest Georgia Press Associantion W. L Glessner Asociation Seasion Atlanta Constitution The Atlanta Journal Chicago Cincinnati South Fennessee Virginia Ibis A Suarter Co Felton Thomas B. Bryar Great Western Chicago Press Club S. D. Picket John T. Mack Sandusdy 9 Regiser F. H. Glessner T.C Reynolds Oaio Catawba Kelley’s Island Stranahan U.S Hotel Victory Putin Bay Sandusky Ohio Georgia Remstn Crawrorp Gow F. Penpletin

Merchants' Retail Commercial Agency to Meet Wednesday

An important meeting of the association will be held on Wednesday at 7 30 p m in its hall over Brightwell. The notice emphasizes a significant gathering of merchants in the retail trade.

THE Merchants’ Retail Commercial Agency Brightwell

Chi Phi Fraternity Plans Atlanta Convention Next Week

The Chi Phi fraternity schedules its annual convention in Atlanta next Thursday and Friday with delegates from twenty chapters and many alumni attending. Eta chapter will send ten delegates. a reception at Mayor Hemphill’s residence precedes the Kimball House banquet with toasts from notable members and Prof. H C White expected to speak.

Chi Phi Fraternity Atlanta United States Eta Messrs George Hillyer W. B. Armstrong Park Howell Eugene Black Ben Steedly Rutherford Lipscomb Boykie Smith Sam Siby Fred Lewis Fraternity W. A. Hemphill Kimball House Aleesis P. W Meldrim Savannah R. W. Patterson Macon Emory Speer Fulton Colville Lucan Knight H. C. White

New goods arriving daily at Jackson and Burke Co

Daily arrivals of new goods, with a promise to please customers. The Jackson and Burke Company invites shoppers to view the latest merchandise and notes there is no trouble showing the stock.

Jackson & Burke Co

Pilgrim's Progress lectures to open at First Methodist

Rev. T. R. Kendall of the First Methodist church will begin a series on Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress this Thursday night and continue weekly. He will use portraits and views to illustrate and provide a full thoughtful treatment of the book's merits. Citizens are invited to attend the lectures by an engaging speaker on an engaging topic.

T. R. Kendall First Methodist Church Kendall

Patti Rosa to Star in Dolly Varden at Opera House

Patti Rosa, leading American stage figure since Lotta's retirement, returns with the successful Dolly Varden. Her dynamic charm, expert comedy, and a strong supporting company promise a memorable performance with new songs and lively humor. Reserved seats now on sale.

Patti Rosa Opera House Lotta Dolly Varden

Cemetery Bridge Council Meeting on Land Purchase Proposal

The city council and Mayor Brown view the Cemetery street bridge over the Macon and Northern railroad and weigh a land purchase proposal. The matter is in litigation with a hearing set for tomorrow. settlement to avoid further suits is possible and decisions may be made today at eleven.

Brown Rucker Cemetery Street Macon and Northern Railroad

Dr Kings New Discovery for Grippe Promoted

Advertised remedy Dr Kings New Discovery for La Grippe alleviates coughs and colds. Testimonies claim rapid relief and no lasting harm with a satisfaction guarantee or money back. Trial bottles ten cents. large bottles fifty cents. Sold by Jno Crawford & Co.

Jno Crawford & Co

Athens Gossip and City Notes from the iBanner

Classic City Chat from Athens reports banishment of Tom Reed from the city for life, a revival led by Rev. C. A. Conaway, and a lively Glee Club concert booking. City Attorney Tinsley W. Rucker starts duties, Athens attendees head to the Gainesville Fair, and the University of Georgia football team forms with captain Frank Verty as leader.

Univesity Frank Verty University of Georgia University of the South

Young Athens Man Misnames Horse Collar

A local youth in Athens attempted to harness a horse and nearly succeeded before a bystander corrected him that the collar belonged to the tail end. The man then adjusted the collar to the horse’s tail as instructed.

Athens

Uniforms for University Cadets Arrive from Ohio

The University cadets receive their uniforms shipped from the Lilly Company in Ohio. The outfits fit well and will give the boys a handsome appearance. Agent H L Collum is currently in the city.

Mr. Lilly Company Ohio H.L Collum City

Night Services Begin at Presbyterian Church

Last Sunday night the pastor began evening services in the sanctuary with many members present. Dr. Lane preached an interesting sermon and the music was delightful. Miss Wacks of Lucy Cobb Institute sang beautifully to a song by Miss DiBowski. Services will continue regularly, benefiting religion. Jackson & Burke Co.

Presbyterian Church Lane Wacks Lucy Cobb Institute DiBowski

A Rightful Denial Denounces Athens Ledger Claim

Mr W B Loehr writes to rebut an Athens Ledger report claiming his family was neglected during illness. He states the family received the best possible care and thanks friends for their timely aid and charity shown to them.

Mr. Eorror Athens Ledger Athens

Love Finds a Way at Athens Opera House

Four years after opening night the Athens opera house hosted Katie Putnam in Love Finds a Way. She portrayed Gay Howard with charm and grace, delivering an engaging singing performance and the crowd applauded. Edwin Gardner as Samuel Smirks drew laughs, while Dan Bradley depicted a reforming figure and Lew Hart presented a strong show. Katie Putnam remains warmly received in Athens.

Katie Putnam Opera House Athens Gay Howard Dan Bradley Lew Hart Edwin Gardner Samuel Smirks

Over the Tea Cup Hosts Bid Adieu

Miss Matnie Nichols, a charming visitor from Washington D C, departs Athens after a pleasant stay with Miss Katie Louise DuBose. Dozens of friends regret her departure as Mrs L D Dubose heads to Warrenton for three weeks visiting relatives. O H Frey of Marietta visits brothers B T and E W Frey at the University. Russ W Rie of Atlanta plans a forthcoming Athens visit.

Matnie Nichols Katie Louise DuBose Washington D.C Miss Nichols Athens

Marriage mishaps and unusual wedding tales from The Wanderer

The column reflects on marriage as a social topic with humorous and tragic anecdotes. A minister recalls interrupted ceremonies and a groom changing venues to avoid objections. A Greek Athens anecdote ends with a reluctant groom finally answering and marrying. The piece notes marriages break and reform over time, ending with a self deprecating question.

House For Rent No 213 8 Jackson Street Ad

Classified notice for a residence at 213 8 Jackson Street. Apply to Mrs E P Bishop for rental inquiry.

Jackson Street E. P. Bishop

Judge Newman Asked to Appoint a Receiver for Athens Railway

On November 3 the Equitable Engineering and Construction company filed in the U S circuit court a bill asking for a receiver to take charge of the Athens Railway property. Judge Newman issued an order restraining the company or its agents from disposing of assets and requiring them to appear and show cause why a receiver should not be appointed.

Atlanta Equitable Engineering and Construction Company Circuit Court of the United States Athens Railway Company Newman

Prosecution Warning for Trespass at Opera House

A notice states trespassers on Opera House property will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. It warns that unauthorized entry or occupation of the premises will trigger legal action.

Our Congressman's Tariff Argument and Cough Remedy

An item notes the congressman arguing the tariff issue and suggests Taylor's Cherokee Remedy using Quim and Mullein to relieve a hoarse voice. The ad-style snippet touts a remedy for coughs croup and consumption.

Taylor

Great coal pile fire at Northwestern Fuel docks in Duluth

A massive coal pile on Duluth's docks burns since Friday with 1,800 gallons of water poured daily. Firefighters cannot reach the hottest area while Minneapolis is sending an engine. If air ignites the smouldering mass could destroy thousands of tons of coal and nearby elevators, with losses running into hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Dulith Fire Department Bat

Oak and Pine Lumber for Sale by C J O Farrell

500 cords of Oak and Pine wood available in dry seasoned form. Lumber in any quantity. Orders promptly filled. Located at Collage Ave and Clayton Street.

C. J. O'Farrell Collage Ave Clayton Street

Miners at Frater Mines await weighman decision

Knoxvity notes a quiet Coal Creek scene with all miners at work yet restless over the company’s ruling permitting check-weighmen to operate, signaling tension over the labor issue.

Knoxvity Frater Coal Creek

Train wreck near Smyrna injures two crewers

Western and Atlantic passenger train No. 4 derailed two miles south of Smyrna after leaving Atlanta at 7 45 pm. Engineer Charles Barrett and fireman John Green were slightly hurt. Several cars damaged. Mail and baggage cars left the track with no injuries. Angle plate on the curve rail was moved, suspected wreckers.

Atlanta Western and Atlantic Smyrna Charles Barrett John Green

Suspected murder ties to Windsor barn fire

In Binahampton New York on November 9 the barn of Richard Foote burned and his body was found among the ruins. Mrs Foote and John Furman are under arrest after she confessed his killing Foote and their later actions with kerosene to start the fire.

Furman Foote

Reciprocity Treaty With Germany Gains Approved Details

A Washington dispatch reports the new reciprocity treaty with Germany ready for formal announcement in the Reichstag. It centers on breadstuffs and cereals with duties about half those on similar products from other nations. Germany secures free beet root sugar entry in return.

New York Washington Germany Reichstag Austria- Hungary

Redmond vows continued fight after Cork election defeat

John E. Redmond, defeated Parnellite candidate for parliament, addressed a Cork meeting pledging to press the Irish cause. He said a Cork majority rejected his bid, but he would persist for public acknowledgment of the Parnellites policy. William Redmond attacked priests, blaming clerical coercion for the loss.

Cork John E. Redmond People of

Fire at Oscar Oaken factory in Cincinnati claims worker

Fire swept Oscar Oaken frame factory at 184 W Second Street Cincinnati Nov 9. An employee Myers is believed trapped and burned to death in the cellar. coworker Tabracy also in the cellar with Myers escapes but injured. Several firefighters were hurt battling the blaze in the hazardous building.

Cincinnati Oscar ‘Oaken Second’ Street Pehe Myers Aodnageous Boone ‘Een Ae Fire Department Hag

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Young Demorats F. M. Huacnes Demosthenians Wil Mr.Ingersoll Wade Jd.n. Booth Co's Georg Yrori CHI Phis Professor White Pilgrim’s Progress Classic Bright and I iBanner Hood Tom Reed Glee Club C. A. Conaway Princeton Samuel Gainesville Mountains Yale Club University Glee Club Augusta Athletic Association of the University Yale Glee Club University Club Athletic Association McKean & Gardner George Washington East Athens Erma the Elf O.H. Frey Marietta B.T. and E. W. Frey University Russ W. Rie Gil Wanderer Jacob Gleich Ohio Buggy Co T. G. Hadaway Gleich Ohio Buggy Company Columbus Jacon Guerin Southern Nashville Tennessee East Tennessee Kentucky Alabama Chinera Bristol Elizabethtown Redmond
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