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Athens Weekly Banner

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Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1891

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Richmond and Danville Press Fight Over Southern Lines

The West Point qeminis owners accused the New York Herald of bias in Tarking down Southern consolidation moves. The Wall Street capitalists dispatched special dispatches to Southern papers to sway opinion, while the Banner backed the cause. The Georgia legislature will proceed with an impartial investigation into the matter.

Richmond & Danville Wall Street West Point Qeminis New York Herald Siren Joey Uhite Georgis Bor Jwing New York John H. Inman Richmond Raninal Sressiery

Democratic Press Sees Harrison Blaine Clash Atop Party Field

The piece weighs in on the rift between President Harrison and Secretary Blaine over the Republican nomination. It notes Blaine’s possible pursuit of the presidency, Harrison’s stance, and how Pennsylvania, Georgia, and the South shape the convention dynamics amid party tensions.

S.s Blaine Democratic Wietae James G. Blaine Penn Tata Tonday Harrison Sistie Tiso Mr. Blaine Telary Philadelphia Alrson Harrisburg Skex Pennsylvania Sinistor Bprrot Young The Greensboro Herald

Railroads feared as Alliance pushes stricter laws in Georgia

The State Alliance in Atlanta passes a resolution urging the legislature to curb railroad combinations and leases, despite opposition from Livingston who defended the railroads. The vote was overwhelming, signaling a strong stance against consolidation and toward reform. Political commentators weigh in on party dynamics and reforms.

Alliance Dacre Georgia Jerry Simpson West Northen Gibson Messrs Gorman Taylor Everett Winn Buckhalter St. Louis Ocala Congress Indianapolis L.F. Livingston M. L. Branch H. P. Bell A. P. Smith M. A. Balawin The New York Alliance Livingston

Savannah River Association Convention in Augusta

The Savannah River Association, a group seeking better transport along the Savannah from Augusta to the sea, invites delegations for its November 19 and 20 meeting in Augusta. It opposes railroad consolidations and urges unity between Georgia and South Carolina to counter discrimination and improve river freights. Editor T. L. Gantt notes the association’s push following freight rate concerns.

Augusta Savannah River Association Savannah Georgia South Carolina Genci

State's College Debate Shapes Georgia University Fate

The Jackson Herald weighs removal of the University of Georgia campus, arguing against it. It warns it would threaten the college’s future and warns readers that funds, buildings, and equipment would require costly outlays. Supporters emphasize доступ to education for ambitious poor boys and proximity benefits. The piece urges restraint and urges defense of the current University location and programs.

Athens Griffin Jackson Herald B of Georgia Lee Brgumert University Ee College Ag Ou Jackson County Congress Georgia Agricultural and Mechanical College Litrary College Els Tsp

John Stephens Severely Wounded in Athens Street Fight

Yesterday noon in Athens a man named John Stephens sustained a deep head wound after a fight with a man named Jim Poldo. John Federick joined the attack, striking Stephens with an axe like weapon. Stephens collapsed but later regained consciousness and traveled to a physician for treatment.

Athens Dr. Carlton Benedict John Stephens Georgis Jim Poldo Stephens Poldo John Federick Federick

Carter Acquires Atlanta Herald To Form Stock Company

Special report from Atlanta dated August 22 states Joe Carter bought the Atlanta Herald, becoming sole proprietor. Murphey and Small exit. Carter plans a stock company and a business boom, removing prohibition content from the paper.

Atlanta Joe Carter Herald Murphey and Small Carter

Gantt Out as Alliance Moves to Control Paper

Semi official word says Larry Gantt leaves the Southern Alliance Farmer as the group votes to purchase the state organ and place publication under Alliance control. A substitute proposal shifts handling to a committee of Livingston Calvin Ellington and others with Brown likely to remain in charge.

Atlants Larry Gantt Southern Alliance Larry Brown Gantt Wilson Messrs Livingston Calvin Ellington Alliance

Alliance committee bids charges against President Livingston

A State Alliance assembly moves to postpone presidential elections while charges are presented and investigated. The document cites article six, section 9 of the alliance constitution, notes prior calls and replies between Livingston, Northen, and the executive committee, and pledges full, fair inquiry into official conduct.

Pro- We State Alliance Atlants Brother Livingston Farmers’State Alliance Northen Corput Conpas W. R Gorman T.W. Taylor R. W. Everet Winn D. C. N. Burkhalter

Ryan’s Troubles: Creditors Reject Offer in Eastern Meeting

Eastern creditors of Stephen A. Ryan, dealer in booze and goods, rejected his offer to pay 30 cents on the dollar. The gathering at 147 Summer Street, Boston, heard breakdowns of assets and potential recoveries, with estimates suggesting not more than $100,000 net to creditors after costs and mortgages.

Boston Mass Stephen A. Ryan Atlanta John Ryan Summer Street E. C. Lawrence Ryan Eee Genent John Ryan, Sr John F. Ryan Propa Sporti Senianentinn Shan Steana Hsv Stephen A. Vitean Joan F. Ryan Bryan Ear Belcher R. H. White Co E. W. Iac

Horse accident injures local salesman Charles Cholston

Mr. Charles Cholston, a salesman at O'Farrell & Funk Ensteins, fell from a horse near the upper bridge when the animal slid into a gully. The saddle horn struck his stomach, knocking him senseless. doctors treated him and hope for improvement after fears of a fatal outcome.

Chariie Cholston Charles Cholston Mr. Cholston O'Farrell & Funkensteins

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