09 Dec 1890
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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1890
Page
1
A Georgia editorial defends Col. Pope's landscript proposal, arguing it wisely uses federal funds to aid Black citizens without raising white taxes. It opposes elite classical colleges and calls for a practical agricultural school to teach farming, industry, and honesty for the colored population.
A published speech condemns the white Alliance and urges Ocala to leave Negro lodges separate. It argues merging white and colored allies would ruin the Negro cause and warns interracial fellowship would ruin southern farming unity and threaten the Knights of Labor.
A southern newspaper column condemns the brutal lynching of Henry Johnson after he assaulted Mrs. Walters near Greenville South Carolina. The piece laments the torture and burning that followed, arguing such killings are barbarous despite supporting the initial violent punishment.
The text argues that no Democrat could vote for Ingalls, compares Democrats to a turnip rose, and reports a sensational claim that the New York Herald possesses the Alliance grip password. It also notes the Georgia Wooten bill making boundary lines a lawful fence, removing election needs for counties with stock laws.
The Augusta Chronicle notes the Alliance pushing the Force bill hard and sees Ocala farmers maintaining a square democratic position. It hopes the Chronicle itself would also stay in that stance.
The pensions now total over 130.6 million dollars annually and continue to grow. Comparisons note the sum surpasses Germany’s military outlays. Senator-elect Gordon is described as wounded at Seven Pines and Antietam with multiple bullet injuries and a killed horse.
Hon Gazaway Hartridge presents The Rise and Fall-off of the Alliance as a lecture aimed at reconciling farmers to Cal Norwood's senatorial defeat. He was the groomer for Norwood in the late campaign, delivering the talk to influence voter sentiment.
Chambers of Commerce condemn the Twitty ten per cent collection bill and urge senators to back the relief measure. Postmaster General Wanamsker notes one post office per 1000 people in his annual report, while Harrison previously claimed the ratio was one per post office per 1000 residents.
Official statement shows November receipts of 28,986,124 dollars and expenditures of 42,570,022 dollars. Of the total spending, 21,511,161 dollars went to pension payments, more than half of the outlay.
The Georgia railroad reports earnings already surpassing the previous year by $100,000. Lessees will realize rental income and provide handsome surplus beyond, indicating strong financial performance.
A Gotha rumor claims Pulitzer has sold the World to a Republican syndicate for a large sum. The National and press context surrounding the alleged deal is unclear and unverified.
A disputed forecast describes a monster double suspension railroad bridge to connect New Jersey with New York at a cost of 60 million dollars. The item mentions Dr. Koch’s alleged illness and a Texas woman, Mrs Smart, living with her ninth husband in a sardonic aside.
Teddie Goodwin of Gornelia tears off his jacket to smother flames after his two year old sister’s gown catches fire. The scene is described alongside political jabber about resignation and farming policy, with a note on the Twitty bill.
Nathan Crockett, a Black man, showed improvement after being struck on the head by Jas. Glass. Doctors report the skull is not broken and swelling has subsided. While not yet out of danger, his prospects for recovery are brighter, due largely to Dr. Steedly's treatment.
Paragraphs describe Mr. W. M. Hadock claiming never to attend theatrical performances due to lack of money, praise for Dr. L. A. Gwattney as a future Baptist pastor, and notes on various local items from Athens including a Revolutionary Watch, gum chewing effects, cotton receipts, possums, a railroad wreck, a Spartanburg marriage, a Shoals factory, a tragic death in Dawson County, Jackson duel era pistols, and an exceptionally large rat in Cobbham.
The article profiles Georgia specialists in agriculture urging modernization to educate the rising generation. It highlights William Hale of Oglethorpe County building a 1000 acre paid farm, Sam Bailey of Maxeys turning fruit and market crops into wealth, T F Hudson of Clarke County creating a 100 acre grass farm, and Reaves and Carlton near Skull Shoals Greene County expanding into stock raising. It argues close accounts, early work, and the Bermudagrass emphasis as keys to profitability and regional self sufficiency.
A Georgia writer urges farmers to shift from cotton to cattle and diversified crops. He cites Col James M Smith of Ogethorpe raising 500 head, crossbreeding Holsteins for weight and milk, and notes profitable hogs, clover pastures, and tobacco and sugar cane. The piece calls for agrarian colleges, tech schools, and self sufficiency to lift the rural economy.
Reports on the street claim the C M company has been bought by the Richmond and Danville syndicate. If true, Lula to Macon service improvements and better rolling stock are anticipated. A separate notice reports Dr Julius Stiepel of New York slain by an unknown assailant. He died after being shot on Jefferson Avenue near Lafayette, leaving about $70 000 life insurance.
An orphaned deformed boy from Madison county, admitted to Athens city schools by Prof Branson, has received ongoing support from students and teachers. Despite progress and board costs, he faces a large medical bill from recent illness and seeks public contributions to cover doctors fees and relief.
Impressive holiday display at M Myers & Co in Athens draws shoppers with late New York arrivals in plush cases, vases, water sets, embroidered hoods, smoking jackets, shaving sets, silk handkerchiefs, and a wide range of cups saucers and Japanese wares. Clerks urge early visit before next week rush depletes stock.
Very cold weather closes river traffic as Mississippi freezes into ice. Burlington Lumber Co last to close its sawmills. Snowstorm blankets Minnesota and surrounding states with several inches of new snow and trains running late.
Atlanta December 6 Special A sensation arose as General Gordon was announced to be initiated into the Alliance. The initiation was postponed from last night to next Tuesday and lawmakers seek to move the event to the capitol Agricultural committee room to involve Edgewood Alliance members. The scene suggests Gordon has gained broad support within the Alliance.
Covington Ky Dec 3 Two North Carolina girls Octava Wheeling 13 and Nellie Crompton 16 left wealthy homes a year ago with little explanation. They traveled with traveling shows, hunted for work in many cities, lived frugally, and finally were found in Covington. Parents spent $5,000 and will escort them home.
An Epoch story portrays Prince Murat living in Florida with famed laziness delaying his washing and awakening only by force. He is described as indolent yet courteous when roused, offering snuff boxes and small tokens, while attributing life troubles to women and water. The piece mixes satire with caricature and ends noting sale of Christmas goods at a cent store.
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