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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1900
Page
5
A startling famine map covers over 450000 square miles, rivaling major U.S. states combined. It cites 60000000 in distress with 10000000 in imminent danger of perishing without aid. India’s government now provides steady relief to about 6000, the scale demanding broad humanitarian action. Two to five cents daily could save a life.
Morning action at Peitsang sees 16 000 allied forces assault Chinese trenches and drive them back as heavy fighting continues. American units Ninth and Fourteenth regiments, Riley’s battery, and marines engage amid reports of reinforcements and fortifications.
Witnesses describe the shooting of Goebel and the state auditor’s records saga. State Auditor Coulter may be compelled to produce files to confront ex-Auditor Stone’s testimony about W. H. Oulton and payments in December and January. Witnesses recount the vault rifle, the smoking room scene, and the chain of custody as investigators probe the Goebel assassination in Kentucky.
Atlanta Aug 7 A negro brutally assaulted and nearly murdered Miss Ida Enzer at Melyora station on the Western and Atlantic railroad about 10 miles from the city. The 20 year old daughter of Taylor Enzer reached home after the attack and recounted the crime. Bloodhounds were sought from Atlanta and a pack was secured after delay to hunt the trail. The incident caused great excitement in Molyarn region.
Urgent message from the American Minister in Peking reports Boxers attacking foreigners and a siege at the British legation. Colonel Meade receives word of the danger as Major Waller of the U S Marines is noted killed at Tiensin. Missions and papers show Boxer ties. funds and pensions promised to families, while the Chinese treasury holds taels amid turmoil. Also advertises a medicinal salve claim for skin eruptions and general maladies.
The August court transacted probate and guardianship actions. The will of Rev. F. M. McLeroy was probated with J. L. McLeroy and G. W. McLeroy as executors. Dr. B. C. Benedict named administrator for Mrs. A. W Bloomfield estate. Mayor Smith as guardian for Miss Rath M. Jackson. Iola Davis sought a year's support set aside. T. P. Vincent sought letters of dismissal for Seaar B. Vincent estate. The One Day Cold Cure advertised with Ker molt Chocolates Laxative Quinine. Liverpool wheat imports last week totaled 31,600 quarters from Atlantic ports and 85,000 from other ports. corn imports from Atlantic ports were 95,100 quarters. Gaynor hearing in New York postponed to tomorrow. Royal Yacht regatta at Cowes saw Queen's Cup race led by Emat Ulam Meboor in 9:27:45, Banita's 9:00:56.
A dramatic report from Yang Sang details General Chaffee’s plan to attack Pietsang near Peking with about 14 000 international troops and 16 000 allied forces. It notes two-column advance on the Pei Ho, full prior reconnaissance, and intended flanking operations by Japanese English and American units with Russian and French help.
August 7 report says Jack Gray a Henry county figure was killed by two Black men while gambling in the woods near a Southern Railway line. His body lay beside the track with a broken back. Two men named Law, a father and son, are linked to the crime.
Crevetano Aug 7 All the Bessemer blast furnaces in the country with two exceptions will go out of blast at once, a decision reached after extended efforts and likely affecting the iron production and prices. Also included is an anecdote about J. E. Lilly of Hannibal Mo who recovered from typhoid fever with Dr King’s New Discovery, praised as a cure for throat and lung troubles. bottles sold by local druggists with guarantee.
Democratic nominee William J. Bryan arrived in Chicago with Mrs. Bryan and party, greeted by a large crowd. He spoke at Aurora at 8:20, mingled with supporters, and urged the audience toward the upcoming Tuesday election amid cheers for the next president.
In Roms on August 7 a Bresci relative and his brother-in-law are detained by police for foreknowledge of the murder. The uncle says Bresci often showed him the revolver, linking the pair to the assassination plot against King Humbert of Italy.
Aug 7 Inpramappus local committees ready to notify Willam Jennings Bryan and Adlai Stevenson for tomorrow’s mass meeting at Torminson hall in the evening Mayor Taggart says Harrison will preside Jones to call meeting to order and introduce the speakers James D Richardson will deliver the notification speech and announce the vice presidential candidate Also in Ormay two races at Jersey Farm track Thursday feature Ph pet vs Jon Patchen and Coney vs Anacotta with purses of 2000 each
The Atlas reports the army transport McPherson from San Francisco to New York ashore at Fortune Island. The steamer Alone arrived today from West India ports and confirms the incident with the McPherson. Attempts to back off failed.
From Pretoria August 6 The report says President Kruger is willing to surrender if promised a clear destination. General Botha now commands 63 men of 750 and several commandoes show desertions. Burghers split into peace and war factions with peace the stronger per Roberts war office dispatch.
Coremunia August 7 The campaign picture shifts as Governor McSweeney gains strength. Backers say Tillman’s opposition has solidified his standing while Gary weakens in the up country. Patterson and Ger fall from favor after the Laurena Tibes fray, and Hoyt emerges as a likely successor.
Augusta Ga August 7 heated city council session over insurance rates. Councilman Thomas Barrett Jr defied at the Southeastern Tariff association urging patient action. Proposals for improvements priced at 90,080 dollars were sent to committee for prompt action.
Mrs E B Drew wife of the British customs chief at Tien Tsin recounts Russian brutality during bombardment. She describes infants and children bayoneted and thrown into rivers along Pel Ho and Yellow rivers, widespread looting by allied forces, and fear of massacre as Chinese and locals suffered under occupation. The account also notes corroboration from US Consul relatives and other refugees.
In Ebenezer, Angula tus Matthews lost his right arm handling a pick and faces probable death due to complications. A news blurb notes a fire raging in Yellowstone Park with soldiers and road crews fighting it across miles. Another item mentions a strike in Augusta, Ga, where McKenzie & Son workers may extend. A Monon collision near Chicago and a Waycross Air Line extension to be completed by November are also listed.
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