Mystery Murder Trial Opens in Walton County 1807 Case
An old Walton county case resurfaces as Jim Tanner faces trial for the 1897 death of Willie Wortham. Lola Ewing testifies the boy was killed at her father John Ewing’s home during a Moonshine operation, with Ewing and Tanner alleged to have moved the body. The case intertwines with years of crime, conspiracy, and missing clues surrounding Ewing and Tanner.
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Jim Tanner
Walton County
Willie Wortham
John Eowing
Ewing
Perry's Mill
The
Constitution
Lola Ewing
John Ewing
Wortham
Shoenya
Tanner
Young Wortham
Tanker
John Hwing
Worshaas
Tenia
Jobo Ewing
Lea
Ewing J.m Tanner
Alabama
Jimee
Wis
King
Christmas toy drive aids needy children at opera house
The Christ mas charity plans to omit the tree but ensures gifts reach poor children. Donations of toys confectioneries fruit and quilt work will be sent to Ming Lane and Mi es Lonled Tane with gifts coordinated by Mr W W Taner. Distribution begins Wednesday.
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Opera
Ming Lane
Tessey
Funds Raised for Ghana Day School by First Methodist
Sunday night at First Methodist, a juvenile missionary society event featured songs and recitations. The proceeds supported a stay school in Chiba, raising about bipetean dollars from the congregation.
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First Methodist Barily
Juvenile Missionary Sociery
Chiba
Tailof Raiden W Superior Court Case Fragment
Fragment from a court note describes an allegation against a defendant and a request for sentencing. The readable text mentions a pres company and a sexual reference. Details are incomplete but indicate a criminal case with sentencing consideration.
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Tailof
Raiden W Superior Court
Ee Pres Company
Hom Ha eSee
Leit Wien
Peabody Fund Support for State Normal School
State School Commissioner W B Merritt received a check from the Peabody fund agent for one thousand dollars to aid the State Normal School in this city. The payment is part of a larger grant to normal schools nationwide and to rural schools where aid is most needed.
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W. B. Merritt Hies
Peabody Fund
Peabody Land
Mrs William Newton Laid To Rest In Georgia Cemetery
The remains of Mrs William Newton died Sunday at her home in Madison Ga were brought to Athens for burial. A funeral service was conducted at the graveside in Colones Cemetery where friends gathered to pay last respects. The burial followed a brief service at the grave as Mrs Newton was laid to rest.
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William Newton
Sanday
Madison
Athena
Qocones
Newton
Vonderlieth Burial This Tuesday in Athens
The body of Mrs. Vonderlieth daughter of Dr. W. H. Vonderlieth of Winder was brought to Winder for funeral rites and interment after a brief marriage. Sympathies are extended to the family and friends. An advertisement touts Blood Balm B B for blood poison with claims of cures and benefits.
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Vonderlisth
Lieth Wawa
Winder
Gad
Fonderlieth
Athens
Bishop Ingle Dies in Hankow China
Athens reports the death of Rt Reverend James Addison Ingle Bishop of Hankow China. A relative of local residents Mrs D. Barrow and Mrs Q. G. Smith, Ingle visited Athens four years ago and donated his missionary work notes. Friends here mourn his passing.
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Athens
James Addison Ingle
Hankow
China
Ingle
Barrow
QO. B. GniMith
Reprinting Burned Blanks After Fire At Athens
University authorities work to replace papers and blanks destroyed by a recent fire. The loss to the institution is heavy and replacement will take time. The Banner notes Athens residents rallying to support the M O A.
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Athens
Wier to Seek Re election Sheriff Wier Plans Return
Clarke county sheriff John W. Wier announces he will run again next year after twenty three years in office. Friends say he has a strong record and wide support as he prepares to face voters once more. Also notes guidance on preventing croup with Chamberlains cough remedy Palmer and Sons W. J. Smith and Bro listed among suppliers.
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John W. Wier
Clarke County
Wier
Palmer & Sons
W. J. Smith & Bro
Clarke County Sheriff's Race Aims By C W Cooper
Mr C W Cooper former Clarke County Superior Court clerk and current Siderman candidate announces a bid for Clarke County sheriff. He plans a thorough countywide campaign and vows to move the office with determined effort, saying he has many friends in the county from years in business and public service.
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C. W. Cooper
Superior Court
Clarke County
Siderman
Cooper
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