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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1901
Page
7
A massive fire swept the Jefferson Hotel in Richmond early today, destroying the $1,000,000 building except for two clock towers and front court. Guests escaped, one man injured, a boy missing, and firefighting hampered by height. The cause is believed electrical, with insurance around $1,000.
J B Gordon of the United Confederate Veterans directs that sponsors and maids of honor be appointed for the Memphis reunion. The Memphis committee will provide one sponsor and one maid of honor, while other HQs are urged to honor many entrants, with all living veterans covered by donations from Confederate women and descendants. The request preserves the old custom but limits onstage numbers due to costs and space.
Comer Georgia April 3 two small Negro children perished in a Monday afternoon fire in a locked house. Neighbors found them after doors were locked and windows barred. The building was saved but furniture and clothing were destroyed.
The Ocmulgee river rose 465 feet since yesterday morning but caused no major damage in Macon. Trains run normally except on the Macon and Dublin Railroad where the bridge bore damage interrupts service. General G T Tige Anderson is reported dying in Anniston Alabama after a long comatose state.
The April 1 meeting reports good work despite poor attendance. Clothing drives target boys ages 8 4 and 2 and girls ages 6 and 12 with donations sent to Miss Louie Lane or the visiting committee. Treasurer lists cash on hand 6883 and 400 city appropriation with expenditures on wages supplies and charity. Members welcomed Mrs G H Holmes and urge more volunteers as several families remain in need. The charity emphasizes self help and welcomes new supporters.
In a rainy week scene on Clayton street a box of baking powder fell from a dray and its contents spread on wet pavement. The powder's reaction lifted the wooden box cover several feet, astonishing the wagon driver who was guided by Bailiff Gideon to understand the chemistry and logic of the moment.
In Kingston a courtroom shooting between Hon. Samuel A. Brazeale and Hon. James J. Littleton occurred during a session. Each fired six shots at the other but none caused a fatality. Both officials, aligned with Republican Levi, face arrest amid a dispute over a speech by Littleton opposing Brazeale’s mayoral bid.
A 19th century note highlights Athenians dining outdoors year round with meals on sidewalks when poor, open air theaters after dinner, and living spaces that blur classical and modern life. It mentions late hours in August and casual, candlelit dining along streets.
A humorous tale traces the journey of a $45 overcoat from its owner through wear, moths, and multiple hands until it vanishes without a trace. The piece ends with the riddle of where the coat finally disappeared, attributed to the Chicago Tribune.
The W. A. Carr residence, an antebellum landmark in East Athens, burned completely after Mrs. Orr awoke to flames around ten thirty Tuesday night. Firemen, hindered by distance, fought the blaze with seventeen hundred feet of hose. loss estimated at four thousand dollars with insurance of fifteen hundred.
The Heart of the South promotes the Short Line between Atlanta and New Orleans with connections to Montgomery Mobile and New Orleans and links to Texas Mexico and California points. The illustrated book promises details on ice travk attractions and ticket information from B F Wyly Jr R E Lutz and E Borge Smith and others in Atlanta.
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