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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1902
Page
3
Athens voters will decide on 950000 in bonds to fund a new city hall. The Banner lauds the plan as essential for progress, arguing the current building is outdated and inadequate, harming visitors’ impressions and city services. Support cites employment and long term savings, urging a timely vote.
State officials cut the Georgia tax rate from 1.44 to .53 per thousand after Governor Candler and Comptroller General Wright approved the move. The change, based on a property value increase of over 10 million, lowers expected state revenue this year to about 2.477 million from 2.484 million last year.
Funeral services for Susan Adams were held Tuesday afternoon at her Pulaski street home. Rev. Wm. H. Young of Viret Baptist Church led the impressive ceremony. The remains were laid to rest by Mrs. Adams in front of a wide circle of acquaintances and friends who paid tribute to her memory.
Mr. O H Arnold Jr has started work on a new two story residence on Milledge avenue opposite Cloverhornt a top lot on the avenue. Completion hoped by mid October. Dr Warren J Smith who bought Arnold’s Grady avenue home will move in after Arnold’s new house is finished. Kamberisin’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy advertised as a worldwide cure all for ailments. Available from druggists.
Jefferson Ga August 26 Miss Caltio Watson returns home after a pleasant vacation with friends and relatives in Winder Lawrenceville and Athens. Mr and Mrs John W Seymour of Kissimmee Fla visit sister Mrs Harry G Galloway for a few weeks. Miss Erin Kathleen and Mararite Holder and Miss Kate and Annie M mith return from Harmony Grove. Miss Beago of New Orleans returns after staying with the Motearrrity sisters. The McElhannon couple of Red Hill Ga guests of George E Smith and family. Annie Mase Smith and Walton Smith visit friends in the Classic City this week. Col and Mrs R L J Smith Kate Smith and Sumner J Smith travel to Washington and the North. Mrs R Brantly Maxwell recovers from typhoid and visits Athens and Winterville. Mr and Mrs Thos A McElhannon host Miss Belle Long and Mrs J E Stockard this week.
An advertisement for Hall’s Great Discovery presents a claim it cures kidney and bladder troubles in men and women, removes gravel, treats diabetes and other ailments, and offers mail delivery for $1. It cites testimonials including a 64-year-old mother reportedly cured and references Dr E W Hall of St Louis Missouri. Greenfield Tennessee is noted with a testimonial dated March 30 1901 from O B Drewry.
A delicate operation for appendicitis was performed on Mrs William Teat in this city on Thursday morning. Dr D D Quillian with Drs Gerdine and Holliday operated successfully and Mrs Teat rested easily the next day. Also noted is a promotion of Electric Bitters by O O Harlan of Eaton Ohio as a remedy for indigestion and stomach troubles, praised as a godsend. Sold by local druggists.
Fragmented OCR text describes relief from nausea during pregnancy and pressure on the stomach, mentions remedies and applications, vague medical claims, and cites GrassieLo Regulator Co of Atlanta Georgia. The wording is garbled but centers on pregnancy symptoms and purported treatments.
Members met to accept Judge McWhorter’s offer to let the Country Club stay at Cloverhurst until November 5th when he will take possession. They plan to review other possible locations for future use and aim to have a new site by then. The group remains confident in maintaining an active, organized club. A testimonial praises Chamberlain’s Colic Diarrhea Remedy for a cholera infant case, noting full recovery and recommending it. available from druggists.
A brief illness ends in the death of the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. M. Forbstein at their city home. The bereaved parents and many friends share in the sorrow of this loss. A testimonial from J. H. Johnson of Broughton, Ga praises Dr. King’s New Discovery for consumption, claiming cures for bronchitis and asthma. Trial bottles are offered free by local dealers W. J. Smith & Bro. and H. R. Palmer & Sons.
The Athena Georgia letter list dated August 26 1902 names residents andNames include Brnest Donking J Hathhorn Jims Hilard G T Howard Joe Miglery Obas M Priest W E Pope Robert Riley G A Reasington Colie Himpen Henry Smith J T Wills Willie Williams and Mrs Mamie Adams Lizzie Doocer Mrs R E Hudgens Addie Kirby Mrs Ellen Michell Evie Osborn Mrs Phillip Smith Hattie Thomas Nellie L Wright and W Fleming P M Keep your eye on The Banner as the paper promises to print the news and please the people.
Seven men stopped a westbound Northern Pacific train at Sand Point Idaho forcing engineer to uncouple baggage car and attempt wreck with dynamite. The fails, passengers kept at gunpoint but unmolested as robbers fled. conductor William Gilbert of Helena oversaw the heavily loaded train.
President Roosevelt directs General Miles to view the Philippines for army inspection, focusing on regulation, discipline, and supplies, without involving political matters. He may be joined by staff, depart around September 18, and return to Washington by January.
In Summit Hill Pennsylvania troops were dispatched to guard nonunion workers as strikers blocked access. Major Gearhardt sent two companies from Manila park to the town. soldiers escorted workers to safety on cars amid a mob, preventing violence and ensuring work continuation.
An old advertisement discusses cleansing the body through bowel activity. Constipation is blamed for headaches dullness eruptions and melancholia. DeWitt's Little Early Risers are promoted as a gentle stimulant that strengthens the bowels to improve health.
In the Democratic primary William D. Jelks defeated former Governor Joseph F. Johnston for governor as Alabama held its first general primary under a new constitution. R. M. Cunningham beat C. F. Waller for lieutenant governor by near 20,000 votes, with several state officers running unopposed. Multiple congressmen were renominated, including O. W. Taylor and J. H. Bankhead, as returns favored Charles W. Thompson in the fifth district and signaled Jelks’s likely victory margin around 25,000.
Increased American demand for British iron from Chicago New York and Philadelphia has pushed prices up in New York. A report of 80 000 tons ordered was not confirmed, but strong American demand for iron and steel supports price gains despite declines in India Australia and stagnant South Africa trade. The formation of the American steel combination spurs expectations of defensive moves among British, German, and Belgian producers.
New York reports on the Alcedo from Philadelphia where several intoxicated crew members caused extensive damage. Police intervened as the captain requested help. principal troublemaker fled to a hatchway, cuffs slipped off, and officers sustained injuries during the scuffle. Both arrested for arraignment.
In Crescent City the Cumberland company struggles to operate during a long linemen strike. Wires on Joseph Street were cut, knocking out service in the upper residential area. Nashville imported workers faced beatings. police guard repair wagons. negotiations have failed and Cumberland seeks mayoral permission to arm their men.
Washington reports George B. Roberts released the final 1901 production estimates. Gold output reached 3,805,500 ounces worth 78,866,700 dollars, silver 55,214,000 ounces valued at 33,128,400 dollars, totaling 111,795,100 dollars in precious metals, down from 1900. State yields include Georgia gold 124,600 dollars. North Carolina gold 55,600 dollars silver 12,180. South Carolina gold 46,000 dollars silver 120. Virginia gold 5,300 dollars silver 420.
Nineteen county jail inmates near escape in Covington Tennessee when jailer absent. Jailer’s wife seized a shotgun and with her husband’s help held prisoners at bay until he returned. Prisoners forced back to cells after the dramatic stoppage. Also: Walter B. Steed reveals he will not run for speaker, a Butler Georgia political note.
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