Old Lady Reports Seduction Case in Athens Man
In Athens a local police case unfolds after an elderly resident alleges Cass Smith abducted and seduced her daughter promising marriage then fleeing to South Carolina. The daughter remains missing. Smith was arrested after a warrant was sworn by the mother. Authorities report Smith previously worked for the city and may face further developments.
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Bacher
Pew
Athens
Haves
Cass’ Smithi
Lou
Taj
Watt
Deddbie
Paw
Davis
Saye
Fire devastates White Plarie store and homes in 1870s blaze
A large fire swept through White Plarie damaging W. M. Tappan & Son’s store, a widow Mrs Tappan’s house, and nearby buildings. Firefighters and townspeople saved some goods, while several stores and a residence were destroyed. the blaze interrupted services at the Baptist church and a revival meeting referenced in reports.
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Ieee Bee
Wilow Point
Raifroad
Galloway
Tappan &iSon
Gyeehe'chunty
Moss
T. WalkersEhe
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Grothyn
George H., Siaton
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Ferneen
Abavely Ricks and Athens Car Service Dissent
Residents along the Athens Branch rail line protest Georgia Railroad coach arrangements on Capt Plunket’s and Capt Hutchins’ trains. They cite single passenger cars, mixed races in one coach, and unsafe, dirty conditions. Seek adherence to Georgia law and call for separate coaches to preserve dignity and comfort.
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Georgia Railroad
Yacon
Plantétv
Athéré
Afcerton
Hutch
Horning
Mattar
Georgia Road
Georgia
Georgis Road
Quarantine Causes Passenger Delays Through Athens Route
A telegram recounts a strict quarantine at Macon that halted trains entering Athens. Health officers met each incoming train, guards blocked car doors, and passengers were not allowed to leave. Some travelers aimed for Athens but ended up in Atlanta, prompting Brunswick citizens to thank Athens for hospitality during the disruption.
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Athens
Macon
Maoda
Atlanta
Brunawick
Acquaintances and a Odd Pasture Noise Report
A tentative meeting with Rev. Mr Prickett and young Bileman at Tuckston is noted as they prepare for ministry training at Hartis Institute. A local tale describes a strange pasture event near Saturday afternoon with no hunters or fireworks, baffling neighbors who cannot explain the noisy phenomenon.
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Prickett
G Bileman
Tuckston
Young Hartis Institute
North Georgia
Pritkett
S.D., Evans
Georgia
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