Savannah River fishery row pits Augusta dam against Georgia
Editor reports Georgians on the Savannah River upper reaches losing shad fisheries after Augusta dam blocks flow. He cites the Bradford Treaty promising open passage for fish from mouth to confluence and urges a state fish-way at Augusta dam, costing about 50 000 dollars, to restore migration and benefit fishers downstream and in North Georgia.
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Jon
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Eiffels Tower
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Atlanta
State Library
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Marbury Cod
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Bradford
South Carolina
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Ays
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Sivan
Georgia Lawmakers and a Dam Fish-way Debate
The writer urges a Georgia legislator to reopen the issue and enforce the Treaty of Bradford or open a fish-way at the Augusta dam to allow shad to move freely up and down the Savannah River, arguing for right and justice.
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Georgia
Bradford
Augusta
Shad
Savannah
Athens Healthful City Cited By Physicians
Resident doctors affirm Athens is the healthiest city in the region with excellent natural drainage and sanitary inspection. They report an unusually low fever count and attribute good health to environment and vigilant public health measures.
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Athens
Georgia
SMALL PROFITS FOR ATHENS MERCHANTS THIS YEAR
A Athens business leader told a Banner reporter that profits were minimal as markets fell on most provisions and meats since the year began. Merchants had to slash prices to move stock, with about half of yearly sales yielding no profit though losses were avoided.
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Athens
Winter Business Prospects for Contractors Rise
The contractor Mr McGinty says work in fall and winter will be stronger than ever with steady demand. He is busy from morning till night and expects more jobs than he can handle. He urges owners of old rookeries to invest in decent business houses to boost Athens’s progress.
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McGinty
Bixnen
Athens
Little Stanhope Erwin Breaks Arm in Campus Wrestling
Stanhope Erwin son of Judge A. S. Erwin suffers a broken arm while wrestling Ralph Raphael on the college campus. He fell with his weight on the arm just below the elbow and was taken to Dr Benedict’s office for treatment. Doctors expect a full recovery with no lasting trouble.
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Stanhope Erwin
A. S. Erwin
Ralph Raphael
Petition Falsely Attributed to Athens Resident
An Athens resident declares a report claiming they signed a whisky restoration petition is false. They state they would rather sign petitions to bring back smallpox or venomous threats than whisky and criticize the whiskey manufacturers and those allied with them.
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Athens
Tegead
Ariuke
Melancholy Death of Mrs. Stokes in Bolivar County
The article reports the death of Blanche McGhee Stokes, wife of James F. Stokes, after a fatal fall from an upstairs window at their McGhees Landing home in Bolivar County Mississippi. Her fall was sudden and had tragic, immediate results. her husband, a noted lawyer and planter, attempted rescue but she died on impact. The piece details her aristocratic background, her upbringing, and her connections to Athens Georgia and surrounding communities.
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Jas F. Stokes
McGhees Landing
Bolivar County
Mississippi
Mr. Stokes
Blanche McGhee
South
Miles McGhee
Wade Hampton
South Carolina
Seige
Europe
Miss McGhee
James F. Stokes
Hymen
Tennessee
Stokes
Board of Levee Commissioners
Jordon’, Stokes
Gallatin
Blanton M. Hill
Oglethorpe
Clarke County Farmer Dorsey Reports Ample Fodder
Mr. A S Dorsey the largest farmer in Clarke county visited the city yesterday and said his barn holds enough fodder to last three years. He also reports a huge corn crop and notes he never sells corn but lends it to neighbors in need.
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A.S. Dorsey
Clarke County
Farmers Boycott Jute Bagging In Cotton Trade
Farmers vow to boycott jute bagging and switch to cotton twine and bagging. J.S. King asserts strong farmer resolve, predicting widespread use of cotton bagging and refusal to buy jute despite offers. Alliance collections expected to remain strong as distrust of jute persists.
TALMADGE BROS MILL NEARING COMPLETION IN ATHENS
The Merchants and Planters Mill near the Northeastern depot owned by Talmadge Bros approaches completion. Timers work on the roof, machinery to be ordered next week, and the house readied to receive it. A capable superintendent will run the mill day and night to supply the region with the best meal. Six Bales Out Nat Arnold of Oglethorpe county has six bales ready but the first bale may be delayed by plantation work and cost. Athens seeks macadam streets sidewalks more railroads a city clock and new citizens to boost the boom.
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Talmadge Bros
Athens
Seabe Smith
Nat Arnold
Oglethorpe County
Small Industries as Vision for City Progress
The Transit editor argues that diversifying into many small factories rather than a single large plant will boost employment, wealth distribution, and urban vitality. A proposed $100,000 to $200,000 stock venture would fund multiple small industries, managed by trusted businessmen, echoing model land and building associations.
Increasing Mr Russell Fees Sparks Legislation Debate
Athens residents react to a Georgia Legislature proposal to pay Solicitor General Russell all insolvent costs of the county, potentially diverting about ten thousand dollars annually from taxpayers. The Banner vows to defend public interests and oppose the bill, circulating a petition and investigating the matter.
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Athens
Georgia
Russell
A. L. Mitchell
E. T. Brown
Clarke
Kilrain Traveled By Train Amid Cheers On Way To Mississippi
Mr Mendal Morris reports that famed pugilist Jake Kilrain rode the Air Line train Friday night under guard to Mississippi where he is to receive a punishment similar to Sullivan's. Morris notes Kilrain remained gentle with officers and passengers, while crowds at each station demanded his appearance. Dr Feltong answered. Special to the Banner. Atlanta Ga Aug 24. The Journal today publishes a long reply to Dr W Feltons letter to the Casville Farmers Alliance signed J F B, written by an Alliance member. The writer asserts the Doctor is answered.
Painter Denike in Legal Tangle Over Elopement and Betrayal
Jacob Denike a Newburg painter eloped with Lorenzo Van Buren Jr.’s wife, then faced charges of betraying Mary Brundige. The wedding to Brundige was postponed due to unpaid costs, later rescheduled as he vowed to fight the case. Van Buren plans alienation of affection action.
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Jacob Denike
Newsure
N. Y
Lorenzo van Buren,Jr
Fishkill
Ida Crozier
Newburg
Rochester
Rome
Denike
Mary Brundige
van Buren
Snelson protests gag rule in Merriwether reply
The protest from Mr. Snelson, reported by The Banner, objects to a new house rule limiting personal privilege to five minutes. He notes prior attacks by the gentleman from Ware on August 12, 19, and 23, and seeks to have the protest entered in the journal.
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Merriwether
Atlanta
Snelson
Speaker
Ware
Miss Pinchbeck Inevitable Spotlight At Saratoga Ball
Miss Pinchbeck daughter of ex Lieutenant Governor Pinchbeck of Louisiana appeared in the Grand Union Hotel ballroom with a Black companion. The crowded room drew whispered commentary and laughter as the incident became the talk of Saratoga. Pinchback is noted to have a $25 000 annual Louisiana State Lottery income and stock acquired during his lieutenant governorship.
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Saratoga Society
Saratoga
Grand Union Hotel
Louisiana
Africa
Miss Pinchbeck
Pinchback
Mysterious Street Hall Murder in Chicago
Joseph Franer a 42 year old Bohemian resident of West Nineteenth street was shot in his doorway at about 10:40 am by an unknown assailant who fled through an alley. Mrs Franer discovered her husband dead. police have no clue to the killer.
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Curiaco
Joseph Franer
Weat Nineteenth Street
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