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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1901

Page

2

Umstate An Excellent Combination Synur elixir

An advertisement for California Fig Syrup Co. promotes Synur or Fias as a pleasant tasting, effective laxative from medicinal plants. It claims cleansing effects on kidneys, liver, and bowels, relief from colds and fevers, and temporary constipation cure. Product sold by druggists. locations listed in San Francisco Ouseville Whew York.

Cativonsta Fia Synur Co California Fig Syrup CO San Francisco Cal Ouseville York All Druggiats Prico Iis

Murders Loom as Black Farmer Faces Manhunt Near Columbus

In Col umbus Missouri a Black farmer named Boss Francia allegedly killed Maud Hennerpon at her brother in law W O Hyatt’s farm home. The 6 pm crime prompted a manhunt from Warrensburg as residents fear mob violence if Francia is captured. Correspondents report limited telegraph service and mounting tension in the farming region near Johnson County.

Columbus Kawaas Orry Columbes Here Francia Mies Maud Hennerpon W. O. Hyatt Strousbur Lyn Nck Koch Warrensburg Columb Scoees Johneon County

Training Ship Arrives Under Hutchins Command

Fragmentary report notes arrival of a training ship with Charles T. Hutchins in command. Unclear details repeat. cross-checked terms suggest a naval or educational vessel docking at a port, with possible ceremonial remarks. Further readable content is limited.

Charles T. Hutchins

Captain James O'Farrell Dead at 57 in Athens

Captain James O'Farrell editor of The Banner died at his daughter's Athens home after a long illness. A native of Athens he served in the Civil War era with the Athens Guards and later eight paced as Athens postmaster during Cleveland's last administration. His children gathered as the end came.

Athens Guards Pour Veara Athens Cleveland Daily Banner James O'Farrell The Banner H. J. Rowe Grady Avenue Capt O'Farrell

Athens editor Captain O'Farrell's Civil War devotion and public service

Captain O'Farrell of Athens served in the Third Georgia Regiment Waghts brigade and fought in major Northern Virginia battles. After the war he became a prominent Athens businessman and postmaster under Cleveland, editor of The Banner, and a church member. He survived by his two wives Miss Marthe Mason and Miss Annie Wingfield and several children and relatives, with funeral reflections on his life of public service and faith.

Athens Georgia Waght Virginia Lee Memphis O'Farrell Lin Cleveland Capt. O'Farrell McKinley Yrar Ha Ba O'Purrell Marthe A. Mason Herob Iron Hi. J. Rowe Rom. Jones Atlanta Kate O'Farrell Oscar O'Farrell Grenville 8. C Ed O'Farrell John O'Farrell Charles O'Farrell Annie Wingfield Frank Joe C. N. Crittenton Sammons

Lawson's yacht Independence to be destroyed after failed races

Thomas W. Lawson, disappointed at failing to secure yacht races, announces dismantling of his $150000 Independence. Docking set for September 8, with a final trial the day prior for friends to bid farewell. Lawson rejects any race with Lipton or Shamrock II as unfair.

Thomas W. Lawson Independence America Lawson General Paine Sir Thomas Lipton Thomas Lipton Baltt

Oil in Georgia sparks townwide oil fever and new bore plans

Abbeville area excitement follows claimed oil traces in town center. A local company forms to bore and plans to incorporate for 50000 with growth to higher capital. Also brief notes on two missing Atlanta children, Savannah coal shipments, a mayoral election at Eatonton, and an agricultural ad for Nina's Duke Berkshire boar.

Abbeville Aprivitte J. B Pla Ad Oases Boon Toon Retna Oe Nike Lonwation Groassata Sonaset Calito Alta Savannahs Savagnan Orean Steamship Company Savannah J. F. Hanson Obair- Oeed Alabama Tennessee Georgia Nina Elmer J Orawvord Athens

Republicans of Nebraska clash over Bartley pardon issue

Nebras ka Republicans gather this afternoon under a cloud of dispute over Governor Savage's parole of former State Treasurer Bartley. Delegates weigh whether to push the Bartley pardon matter into the convention amid protests from party factions. The controversy centers on Bartley's alleged misused funds and Savage's justification for the parole. Barnley supporters claim the issue dominates the race for the nomination, while opponents seek to keep it in the background. Other items note a political petition drive, a murder suicide in Ohio, and a bank insolvency in Nashville.

Barsley Soda Pei Hy Ing Moon AL Granved Bartley Ea al Thong Mae Alr Maler

C C C on Every Tablet in Casearets Ad Warning

A vintage drug advertisement promotes Casearets Candy Cathartic with the slogan C C C on every tablet. It warns that the product is never sold in bulk and urges buyers to beware of fraud while noting the price and that all druggists carry the item.

Atle Ate Georgia K. K. K. Pilla

Knights Templar Drill Draws Crowds at Churchill Downs

A spectacular Knights Templar drill attracted a crush of conclave visitors to Churchill Downs in Louisville. About 120 knights gathered to transact business at the Girl’s High School as banners and prizes were announced for the competition among Columbia No. 2 Washington, ve commandery No. 1 Denver, and others. Prizes include a 3,000 silver piece set and a 2,000 formation order, with a grand march to follow the drill amidst a festive crowd.

Churchill Downs Bovy Kentucky Grand Recorders Columbia Washington Dove Denver Suanselmann Cincinnati O. Allegheny Pitte St. Bernard Chicago Dla Unitary Parkersburg W. Va Golden Gate San Francisco Cal California Eqanor Eitver Cberchill Downs Louisville Jockey Club

Body Disinterred in Turbulent Trial Case

Fragmentary OCR notes mention a body disinterred and references to Hon. Thomas B. Wateon and other counsel. The text alludes to mistrial, a vigorous fray, and public anxiety, with scattered names and places suggesting a contentious legal proceeding.

Thomas B. Wateon Tinea

Sultan poised for war amid defense plans and German guns

Reports from Constantinople say the sultan studies defense plans and ordered 800 guns from Germany while refusing to yield to demands. The French flag was lowered over the French embassy after ambassador Constans left, with no chargé d'affaires and French consuls ordered to protect interests amid broader trade frictions.

Germany Constantinople Vinnna Tageblats M. Constans

Isthmian Affair and Edict Discontents

Washington reports no new official word on the Colombian and Venezuelan insurrection, with American consuls and Commander Sargent monitoring from Colon as telegraph links fail. Meanwhile at Peking the imperial edict banning arms imports unsettles foreign ministers, prompting a ministerial meeting to discuss its scope and Chinese punishment.

Washington Colombia Venezuela Colon Sargent Daeseion United States Pexino

Two Murder Charges Rise In Montgomery Jail

Ernest Bayne and Porter Beard, both described as negroes, were jailed in Montgomery County charged with murder after two killings in the county. Each claims self defense. the case moved to preliminary hearing as authorities report the suspects held in the county jail.

Bayne Heard Montgomery Monrcournt Ala Ernest Bayne Porter Beard

Preventive remedies and cheap tonics promise quick cures

A dated advertisement touts Mexica Syrup for colds and lung issues, Mother's Worm Syrup claimed to remove intestinal worms, Motian Root Pill for bilious stomachs, Goooh's Quick Relief for cramps and pain, Goooh's Sarsaparilla for blood purification, and Anti-Ague Pills with a money back guarantee.

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