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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1891
Page
8
A religious discourse by Dr. C W Lane extols entering Gods family as shelter from life’s storms. It contrasts earthly and heavenly guardianship, urging trust in the Almighty and the Elder Brother, promising welcome, safety, and companionship in faith. The message culminates with Christ’s invitation to rest.
The text warns against murmuring and earthly discontent even among the Israelites. It contrasts restless complaining with faith that rests in God’s provision. Believers gain peace, joy, and bold trust, knowing the Lord will never leave nor forsake them.
An analysis from Christian Standard argues that Jesus prayed as both man and divine, citing Hebrews 5 7 and Luke 22 41–44. Prayer emerges as the soul's sincere desire and ongoing conversation with God, shaped by desire to do God's will and daily life experiences.
Killed himself in jail at Jai Vatposta Georgia by shooting himself in the head with a revolver. He died a word before medical aid could reach. The coroner reported the death occurred on August 31 and involved C. Corbett, a young man jailed on a burglary charge.
A spiritual tale set at a Benares temple where priests test gifts of mercy by a gold plate. After years of failed claims, a poor peasant wins by a simple act of compassion to a blind beggar, proving true charity beyond wealth and pride.
A verbose critique of women who talk loudly in public and the vanity of dress, urging modesty and self control. The piece follows a bright young woman on a train, condemning noisy chatter while lamenting social pressures on appearance and the belief that modest dress and decorum protect women from ridicule. It also reflects on mothers guiding daughters to mend and reuse worn gowns rather than chasing new fashions.
President Frank McGrath on the Kansas Alliance commercial session denounced loan companies as robbers and urged a halt to what he called a calamity wall by Senator Jerry Simpson. He urged Kansas farmers to pay debts, warned of borrower deception, and supported forming a large new trust to control prices. resolutions also urged holding wheat until June next year.
In Topeka on August 22, Mrs M E Lease pressed for payment after lecturing for the Alliance Mutual Protective association. State manager Fred L Bailey paid local fee. Stewart refused expenses. A dispute led to Bailey being accosted at the depot with a demand for pay and a heated confrontation.
New York reports false claims that Richmond Terminal borrowed funds to pay Sept 1 bond interest. Company officers rebut the rumor, noting no impact on securities. In Dallas the Texas State Alliance unanimously ratified the Ocala platform, reelecting Evan Jones as president and barring anti-subtreasury Alliancemen from the floor. Florence and Chicago note General Joseph Wheeler joining the Alliance and seeking reelection. Chicago reports Clark Woodman, Omaha millionaire and oil trust director, found dead at the Grand Pacific with ammonia nearby. cause suspected suicide. Port-au-Prince cites reports of the battleship Leovture among wrecked vessels in the harbor during the Haitian conflict.
Mrs Alice M Baldwin residing near Chilersville was arrested by Constable Tom Comer and brought before Squire A Gra ham on the charge of affecting a ch of f The al tys tog goat of C Baldwin and Lyon Baldwin to no note eld by the City gating $275. Mrs Baldwin was held in $500 bond, with her husband connected to a new party to the ainted fairey St Mary's and brought here for trial.
The advertisement claims Dr Sage’s Catarrh Remedy ends doubts about nasal catarrh by curing even severe chronic cases. It assures that readers should try it and expects positive trial results from users.
Aug 21 Kansas City reports Justice of the Peace John L. Ganzehorn draws attention for his bizarre acts including a saloon marriage by a bartender and a flowing beard trimmed in a manner resembling a senator. Local reports mock the spectacle and spread across papers.
Citizens lament the Young Men's Democratic Club of Clarke county may collapse after a highly attended meeting. A constitutional quorum requires 108 active members, but while 215 joined, sustaining turnout seems unlikely and the club risks no future meetings or organization without renewed effort.
A letter from Gwinnett County describes Eight Oaks plantation owned by Hutchens family, with oak shade, mineral springs, abundant fruit, and lively social evenings. The writer praises hospitality and music by Hutchens and son Guy, recalls Virginia reels, and notes plans to visit the nearby mountains around Cumming. Corron Snowers.
A severe thunderstorm struck central Athens at 10 PM cutting electric service citywide. Lightning damaged power lines and street lamps, plunging the town into darkness while printers and hotels relied on gaslight temporarily. Damage to the electric plant remains under assessment.
The Georgia Carolina and Northern announces two major excursions to Athens in September. On the 3rd a white passengers only excursion will run from its line with a large expected turnout. On the 6th a separate excursion for colored people will operate.
A vintage advertisement extols a remedy for women describing the body as wonderfully made and urges restoration to health through Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription. The copy claims cura te and regulating properties and promises a positive guarantee with each bottle at the druggist.
On a Kansas City line freight train near Murray Switch two masked men robbed Conductor N Cassle of a gold watch and $3 and forced him to signal the train. Brakeman J E Whity, on top of the car, was sent down and the attackers fled as officers searched the area. the brakeman later died leaving a wife and child.
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