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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1892
Page
3
Classic City Chat reports Athens hot on Tom Watson’s book reception and Democratic support led by J P Eberhart of Oglesby. It notes Spence the revenue officer eyeing district splits, illicit distillers near Cornelia, and a nine month Normal school prospect.
Washington debate over Tom Watson's accusations that Judge Cobb of Alabama was drunk during the Noyes Rockwell case provokes strong comment. Dr H H Carlton, Cobb's ally, attests to Cobb's moral fiber and long Alabama bench service while noting Cobb's weak health and need for stimulants during long speeches. Watson's charges fail to prove Crain among the drunkards. A House censure of Watson is anticipated. Also, Hazen designs stamps for the 400th anniversary of Columbus discovery with Columbus landing among the illustrations.
Wreck on the Big Four east bound near Edwardsville Junction Illinois leaves a engineer and fireman dead with several injured as doctors rush to stabilize victims. In Boston the Massachusetts Socialist Labor Party nominates Toby Ovis as governor candidate with long record as writer and agitator. party aims to harness labor vote from twenty to twenty thousand.
A historical notice outlines farm loans on Firat Mt lands with 6 percent interest and commissions. details point to a brokerage or office at a corner location.
Aug 2 in Asp. Wasninatos. Democrats press for a quick adjournment through compromise with World's Fair representatives. Business interests seek end of session. recesses produced mixed talks in the Ways and Means room. One plan limits aid to under 5 million dollars, but southern lawmakers oppose government loans. No vote is in sight.
In Washington on August 2 the vice president urged delaying the motion for a seven member Senate select committee on Pinkerton use in local troubles. Sherman argued the House already addressed the issue and the matter touches state sovereignty, noting the offense arose in a long established community.
At Lick Observatory near Mt Hamilton California observers report Mars in strong opposition revealing valuable data. The large telescope shows changes in Mars features since Schiaparelli's famous sketch with canals not doubled and many details debunked.
Aug 2 Springfield call for Illinois Knights of Labor state meeting to decide which political party to back in the next campaign. Labor demands and legislation will be discussed as in Omaha, with local interest in the People's party. The report also notes other dispersed items from Indiana and California.
In Lanva Georgia today receivers of the Richmond and Danville and Central roads and leaders Jeptha Rucker N J Harris clash over control of the Macon and Northern railroad. Attorneys for Rucker seek a court order compelling Harris to surrender control. Harris and allies oppose. If Judge Newman grants the order, Judge Speer may be asked to appoint a receiver for Harris.
An enduring advertisement notes a family's trust in Castoria from infancy through motherhood. The slogan positions Castoria as a steady remedy for a child’s illness, consoling cries, and the care of newborns.
At Pirrssura Aug 2 authorities say those involved in the July 6 Homestead assaults on the Pinkertons will be prosecuted for aggravated assault and battery highway robbery larceny and other offenses. Several women accused of exploiting stolen goods will face charges as investigations trend toward arrests with warrants expected shortly.
A Macon Evening News team and a former legislator narrowly escaped fatal gas poisoning at Athens Hotel Lanier. Wade and Butler woke from sleep as a gas jet near their door leaked, triggering alarms and a severe headache for nearby resident Mr. McMaster. The incident caused only minor injuries but raised concerns over gas safety.
A three inch weekly display ad invites readers to find the unique word in each issue. The Crescent stamp appears on all products and promotions from the Dr. Harter Medicine Co with promises of free books lithographs or samples upon identifying the word.
Memph is Tenn August 2 The last scene in the Alice Mitchell case occurred as the prisoner was taken to Bolivar asylum She paused at the Mitchell residence to scold her cats then visited Elmwood cemetery grave of Freda Ward with her parents She placed flowers and cried briefly before readying to return to the carriage
Dawson Ga August 1 Hon B Stevens says the Democratic convention in Albany on August 17 will nominate him for Congress. Returns from eight counties favor Stevens, making his nomination likely though a contest and a split within the party are anticipated.
J M Barrie recounts a scene where Bobby, the seven year old heir, is caned at school. His father Robinson, shocked by the letter, faces blame and pride while Bobby hides in the stable brimming with bravado from fellow youths. Mrs Robinson weighs kindness versus strict discipline and the family weighs the scandal.
A brief scene shows Alice calling for Tom into a fireplace. He imagines the blue sky and feels a cool wind on his head as the moment shifts to a playful, imaginative mood.
Scarlet or crimson clover yields well for silage hay or green manure, tolerates poorer soils, and grows in fall to spring while red clover lags. It blossoms around May 1 and cannot be sown with winter grain. Delaware type reportedly withstands low temperatures on proper soil. Also describes a wagon rack project and miscellaneous humorous items.
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