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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1906
Page
1
The report details a violent clash between Mr. Little and Mr. Bell over debts and letters. Each man claimed different sequences of pistol exchanges and blows leading to minor injuries. Both posted cash bonds and were released as the case heads to mayor's court again this morning.
Support for Vanderford grows cooler as local voters weigh a late campaign push amid unclear reception, with party organizers signaling cautious optimism despite limited visibility in recent public events.
Mrs. R. W. Davie died yesterday at her parents home near Winterville after a week long illness. She was 28 years old and leaves a husband and two children. The funeral will be held today at 11 AM at the parents’ residence a few miles from Winterville.
Underwear galore with deep discounts on children and ladies pieces. Bargain counters hold hundreds of items at fractions of their worth plus blanket quilt knitwear and cloak sale. Millinery and shoes discounted as well as a large shipment liquidation. DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve advertised.
Firefighters battled flames at two locations including the Center and Bishop as residents watched properties burn and smoke rise. Officials reported damage estimates and prompted evacuations where needed. No injuries were immediately confirmed.
On Tuesday evening at Chancellor Barrow's house a large crowd joined in an old time corn shucking. Ben Barrow supplied corn, with about thirty youths divided into Fawcett and Swenson sides. Generals were chosen, songs improvised, and the crowd joined in a chorus, making it a memorable campus event.
Judge Roan of the superior court criminal division convened a special term for arraignment of Joe Glenn the negro accused of criminal assault on Mrs. J. N. Camp of Cascade avenue beyond West End. The arrest followed Tuesday by county police and identification by the victim.
Banana sellers announce a special price week with ripe fruit car stock. Bananas priced at 10 15 cents per dozen or 1.00 per bunch from Kutres & Petro pol on Broad Street. Council orders 7 percent tax interest for those unpaid by November 20. DeWitt Kidney and Bladder Pills claim rapid relief from excess uric acid sold by Grr Drug Co.
John Lily a Confederate veteran died of heart failure at his home 243 Oakland avenue Atlanta on Wednesday afternoon about 1 30. He had been ill for two weeks and is survived by his widow a daughter and five sons. Lily and Police Chief Jennings served together in the Civil War.
Reports from fourteen upstate counties indicate no significant change in the state ticket pluralities since last Friday. The unofficial results align with the official canvass for governor and lieutenant governor, with last night’s figures reinforcing the minimal difference.
Major J M Kimbrough has returned from Cuba where he served with his regiment during disturbances on the island. He resumes command of the university of Georgia military department, a duty he had left when the government required his absence. He arrived yesterday at 8 pm and was greeted warmly by students and friends.
Savannah report outlines a Confederate Veterans Commission on Pensions resolution to urge the next legislature to amend pension laws. State Treasurer Park backs the measure, seeking a qualifying test for needy veterans while avoiding oath burdens. The plan aims to cap pension outlay at about one and a half million dollars.
Macon Ga November 14 Colonel D G Hughes father of Dudley M Hughes president of the State Agricultural Society is ill in Macon hospital. He recently returned from Battle Creek Mich in apparently good health but suffered an attack of acute indigestion and was admitted. His Macon home and many friends note improved condition and Hon Dudley M Hughes is in Macon at present.
Yesterday brought an unusual weather day with about half an inch of snow, an early snowfall that surprised observers. The weather bureau had forecast fair and warmer conditions for the day.
In Birmingham on November 14 Alexander R. Chisolm former First National Bank teller faced embezzlement charges as his lawyers revealed a mental condition. The trial was paused to decide if an insanity examination will proceed.
Atlantic state notes show ex Governor Henry D. McDaniel of Walton county visiting the capital to discuss the Fifth district agricultural school and Bleckley’s drawings. Walton and Newton bid for the site near Douglas Coffee county with a $55,000 plan including electric lights water and sewerage. A separate Hart county case reports Albert Richardson charged with stealing a still from Hartwell express office. a prior Watkinsville juror tale is included as background.
Government regarded case as the most complete ever brought, involving 1000 plus immigrants landed at Charleston under contract. Immigration scheme linked to South Carolina state actions and federal endorsement, with questions of commissioner general of immigration responsibility. RHEUMATISM CURED IN A DAY ad follows.
The regular monthly vestry meeting is set for 8 o'clock tonight at the rectory. Rector Troy Beatty signs the notice.
Reminder of the week of prayer with daily services at 12 30 pm in the Young Women s Christian Association rooms attendance urged as noted in Fine Printing The Banner Leada.
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