Athens Weekly Banner advertising and rates
The Athens Weekly Banner lists delivery details for the Nem Tar Aruxks Daily Banner with free city carriers or portage to any address, and subscription rates of 6.00 per year, 2.50 for six months, 1.25 for three months, and 0.10 per week. It also notes the Weekly Banner at 1.00 per year and 0.59 for six months, along with advertising rates and payment methods managed by T. L. Gantt.
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T. L. Gantt
Jeux ‘On Street
Athens
Tar Aruxks
Banxen
Alexander responds to Williamson on railroad dispute and contract
In this issue The Banner reprints Gen. Alexander and Col E P Alexander’s exchange from the Atlanta Constitution. Alexander defends previous charges against Williamson, presents a contract copy signed by Williamson, and argues that trusts and monopolies shape labor disputes while urging fair treatment of workers and opposition to monopolistic power.
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Mrr. Williamson
E. P. Alexannen
Atlanta Constitution
Alexander
Alex— andDoen
Williamson
Georgia Central
Gen. Alexander
Winuiawson
Altrep Surry
Gen
Svunty
Jute Bagging and Farmer Alliance Clash
An interview with Mr. WuHerertrr, a major jute bagging manufacturer, discusses the cotton planters boycott of the jute trust. The piece notes reduced bagging prices this year, questions the industry’s rosy claims, and argues the Alliance has justice on its side, likely to prevail after years of effort.
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WuHerertrr
Wheeler
Jute Trust
Strikes and Labor Unions in National Debate
A historical discussion on strikes and boycotts argues they often fail as employers hire new workers at lower wages, harming the labor force. Yet it notes that not all strikes are doomed to fail and some alter employer-employee dynamics in the long run.
The Schools of Athens Shine With Bright Prospects
The Banner reports a hopeful outlook for Athens schools, including the University, Lucy Cobb Institute, Lacey Cobb Home School, Crawtorp seminary, and city schools. Chancellor Boggs has steered the university toward renewed prestige as enrollment grows in its centennial year.
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Athens
Lacey Cobb
Boggs
Lucy Cobb
Georgia
The Absurdity of Equality in American Society
A historical editorial argues that true civil equality and civil liberty cannot exist among unequal people. It cites the negro juror in the McCow trial and Atlanta post office appointments to claim law and policy cannot level social hierarchies. The piece quotes Prof. Summer on society’s two-tier structure and declares the ruling versus serving classes fixed.
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United States
America
McCow
Atlanta
Summer
Democratic Outlook Hints at 1892 Campaign Momentum
The piece notes hop for Democrats in the next election, citing recent state contests as small victories signaling larger success. Editor Warrerson argues to begin now and work in smaller races rather than wait for the national campaign to start.
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Warrerson
Louisville Courier-Journal
State Elections as Field for Democratic Power
The text argues the state elections are the present field for action and the most certain path. By carrying them the Democratic party will gain great power, and the next election will show it.
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Democratic Party
Sober second thought ends Olive bill push at Cedartown
The agricultural convention at Cedartown voted 81 to 70 to reconsider the Olive bill after full debate, signaling broad public sentiment against the measure. The piece urges moderation, constitutional obedience, and warns that extreme action and charter forfeiture proposals will not return.
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Cedartown
Georgia
The Negro and the North
A southern editorial criticizes Northern newspapers for blaming Atlanta whites over a post office appointment. It argues Northern sympathy for Negroes is hypocritical, noting Negroes fare badly in the North and urging acceptance of a white man’s government. The piece contends Negroes should reconcile to white authority and align with white allies.
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Atlanta
North
Peace to Its Ashes and the Olive Bill Defeated
The Railroad Committee acted wisely and deserves thanks for striking down the Olive bill. The article urges further measures to reclaim freights from companies via legal action in the county of payment, advocating constitutional remedies against unlawful contracts. It stresses practical, sensible steps and urges the committee to address Berner's suggestions.
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General Assembly
Berner
Olive bill sparks debate on forfeiture and rule changes
The Olive bill faced sharp criticism for proposing charter forfeiture appointing receivers and replacing majority rule with minority rule. Critics say such a measure is unique and improbable, noting the current constitution already stands strong and any new bill must align with it.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad and Local Travel Tale
An advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as internal medicine to purify blood and treat catarrh, claiming it is a legitimate prescription by a top physician and sold for 75 cents. In Helena, Mont., August 15, John Bloom and Louis Liff recount a dangerous forest fire journey from Murray, I T to Missoula, Mont., surviving five days in a tunnel with no food, and fire destroying their horses and wagons. A separate note urges Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription for women, claiming restoration of strength and appearance. New York Cotton Market reports firm spot cotton and rising futures for August through October.
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Hall
F.J. Cheney & Co
Prop
Tolero
Herena
Mont
John Bloom
Louis Liff
Coeur d’Alenes
Murray, I. T
Missoula
Murray
Thompson
Hey
New York
Ayer
J. Arrison
M. D
San Jose
Cal
Sierra Nevada Mountains
Mountain Torrent
John W. Brown
Oceana
W.va
T. E. Hastings
Baltimore
J. C. Ayer
Ayer's Pills Praised by Patient from Wilkesbarre
You carry a whole medicine chest in your pocket with one box of Ayer's Pills. They act on the stomach and bowels and affect every other organ. Miss M. KE Boyle of Wilkesbarre says she uses no other medicine than Ayer's Pills and saves money on doctors' bills. Ihere is an instance of
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Ayer
M. KE. Boyle
Wilkesbarre
The Athens Factory Closed After Broken Wheel Incident
A wheel at the Athens Factory broke yesterday, causing a three to four day shutdown for repairs. The article also explores the origin of the expression It is all OK, noting oral histories and a humorous aside about Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a claimed remedy for women's ailments with a money back guarantee.
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Athens
Daring Louisiana Lottery Draw Distribution of Prizes
The 230th Grand Monthly Drawing in New Orleans awarded the First Capital Prize of 300000 to ticket 42758 in fractions sent to buyers including M A Dauphin and others across Chicago Detroit Boston and San Francisco. The Second Capital Prize of 100000 went to multiple holders including Hugh Carlisle Geo N Davenport Henry Luce and Wells Fargo connections. A Third Capital Prize of 50000 was split among Max Stadler and Clark and Andersons with details available on request.
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New Orleans
Iss
M. A. Dauphin
Herman Fisher St
Ike Lake
Chicago
Lil
Union National Bank
Eugene Chretien, Jr
Chartres St
Amanda Fisher
Champlaine St
Detroit
Mich
Abraham Weinger
S. Canal St
Preston National Bank
Manufacturers’ National Bank
Boston
Mass
F. Miles James
First Nat, Bank
Cheyenne, Wy, Ter
Bank of Cozad
Cozad
Neb
Hugh ’. Carlisle
Magazine St
Lasone
Geo. N.davenport
Springfield
Ill
Henry Luce
Mint Saloon
Salt Lake City
Utah
F. C. Patl
Bellows Falls
C. H. Briggs
Galion
Ohio
H. G. Kerschner
Bethlehem
Wells, Fargo & Co
S Bank
San Francisco
Cal
Kersey Killing Sparks Montgomery Co Inquiry
Montgomery County reporters describe growing public interest in the Kersey murder case near Macon. McLendon, the accused assailant, remains reticent as authorities vow a full investigation into the violent incident and the death of Kersey. Witnesses report a struggle at the house and mounting circumstantial clues, with local officials promising careful scrutiny.
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Montgomery Co
Banner
Macon
Lott
Kersey
McLendon
Murdeng
Lng
Resolve
Stin
Nagle Case Involving Deputy Marshal Shootings
United States Attorney Carey directs Deputy Marshal Nagle to assume duties after a deputy marshal shot Judge Terry last Wednesday. The notice comes from Washington and states the action is on behalf of the US government.
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San Francisco
United States
Carey
Department of Justice
Washington
US States
Nagle
Terry
Bob Toombs Oak Fell for Winter Fires at University
The old Bob Toombs Oak in front of the college chapel has been cut and burned for winter fuel. It was a historic tree long cherished by students and staff who recalled its venerable limbs during university life.
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Bob Toombs
College
Te ‘Mooreuid
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