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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1900
Page
2
A dramatic seaside scene shows a woman drifting on a raft calling for help as a fisherman's slow approach saves her. The piece uses the incident to warn about consuming disease and promotes Dr. Pierce of Buffalo as offering timely advice and health guidance, with caution about curing consumption.
The Athens cotton market rose with middling prices quoted around eight and three quarters cents. Several sales occurred as price firming drew warehousemen to trade while a large stock remained held for higher prices. Dr. J Newton Hathaway promotes a new electric belt for treatment and offers to supply details and the belt upon inquiry.
Senator elect Blackburn of Kentucky reacted to the Goebel assassination saying the event, though predicted for months, follows militia reorganization and armed intrusions into Frankfort. He urged restraint by Goebel supporters and stressed the case was believed planned to secure the governor’s seat.
In Washington January 31 Congress debated privilege over Richardsons claim to copies and royalties for Meemages and Papers of Presidents. Eddy of Minnesota cited alleged fraudulent representations by a publisher while Richardson of Tennessee defended his contract and royalties. Also promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a trusted treatment for babies coughs colds and croup sold by H R Palmer & Sons.
Charles M. Meacham, Democrat from the Second district, arrived in Louisville and warned Senator Goebel at the Capitol hotel that his personal danger was real. He said Goebel acknowledged the risk but insisted on not withdrawing from crowds amid threats.
A January proclamation by Governor Taylor declares a state of insurrection in Kentucky and orders the General Assembly to meet February 6 in London Laurel County. Democrats refuse adjournment. Republicans depart for London as militia surrounds Frankfort. The court of appeals adjourns. Goebel’s condition worsens as Democrats seek guidance.
The article highlights the toll of monthly sufferings from menstruation and praises Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. It cites letters from women like Joth Saut and Rosa HeEtpen in support, noting improvements and urging others to seek Mrs. Pinkham’s guidance. The ad emphasizes research, relief, and free advice from Mrs. Pinkham.
W. W. Beard, a local marshal, fled after a hotel overcoat theft led to a brutal arrest. Three Black suspects were beaten. two died and a coroner’s jury ruled Beard and others willful murder. Beard remains at large as public outrage grows and pursues justice.
Atlanta relatives of Laura A. Haygood report her critical condition in China where she led mission work for the Woman's Board of Foreign Missions, Methodist Church South. After a year of declining health she faced a final ill spell, with physicians deciding a homeward journey might come too late.
W Atlanta Ga January 31 In view of the mild winter the weather bureau here offers February expectations from a 21 year record. Means average 47 degrees. warmest February 65 in 1800. coldest 39 in 1885. Record highs 78 on Feb 19 1801. low 8.5 below zero on Feb 13 1899. Average rainfall 4.63 inches. most rain 10.41 inches in 188?. least 0.63 in 1898. Snowfall max 7.4 inches in a 24 hour span beginning Feb 15 1805.
In October 1896 I contracted a bad cold that settled on my lungs and risked consumption. After trying a local doctor, I used Cham Berlin's Cough Remedy and three bottles restored my lungs to health. Sincerely, B. S. Edwards, Publisher Wyant Ill. Druggists Palmer & Sons, Ga. Jan 15 1898. Also praise for Dr Tichenor's Antiseptic from CHAS J TERRELL traveling salesman.
In Washington Jan 50 Senator Tillman delivered a fiery address defending Filipino self-rule. He challenged charges of incapacity, drew contrasts with Reconstruction, and questioned Republican support for black suffrage while opposing expanded rights abroad. He cited Beveridge and urged adherence to constitutional ideals.
The speaker criticizes bayonet rule, arguing tyranny comes from within. He warns against despotic methods and abandoning American principles, stating the danger lies with familiarizing the people to forceful rule. He declares the curse of bayonet rule will return to haunt the oppressors.
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In London the Capetown report claiming General Buller would reach Ladysmith within a week is denied. News from Crocodile Pool refutes Mafeking relief rumors while Boers brace for defense in the Orange Free State. Colonel Villebois-Mareuil heads to Anstat to oppose the British advance and Johannesburg shell factory is blown up. Ladysmith relief appears unlikely as White faces potential surrender with dwindling food supplies.
An 19th century style advertisement for Mozley’s Lemon Elixir touts a lemon juice based tonic with liver and kidney benefits. It claims cures for biliousness indigestion headaches sleeplessness and various ailments. The copy promotes sales by druggists in Atlanta Georgia and cites testimonial statements.
London January 1 All sections of the Irish Nationalists were absent from the opening session as they met in committee room 16 led by Timothy Harrington. John Redmond and Charles Healy urged unity and ended the division by passing a resolution to act as one united party with three whips elected for the re formed group.
Advertises Tutt's Liver Pills as a remedy for sick headache malaria biliousness constipation and related diseases claiming an absolute cure and a vigorous body through liver regulation.
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