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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1900

Page

2

Secretary Hay Replies to House on Macram Charges

The state department’s February 21 1900 reply to a house resolution cites regular mail and telegraph communications with Charles Macram late U S consul at Pretoria It notes a brief mail delay at Capetown in November due to a temporary stoppage and states no evidence of mail violations by any officer at Durban or otherwise since his return There is also a denial of any secret alliance between the United States and Great Britain and a claim such alliances are unconstitutional The second part of the resolution is addressed with no truth to secret agreements between nations. Judge Cobb disposes of several city court criminal cases in a busy session delivering varied verdicts and sentences.

Washington State Department House General Macram Hay Department of State Charles Macram United States Pretoria South African Republic Lourenzo Marques Capetown Macram Lou Macrum Hollis Department Durban Republic of the United States of America Empire of Great Britain Senate

Russia's Time Now Urges Strike at England

St Petersburg dispatch reports the local paper urges government action against England, claiming England's adversity is Russia's opportunity. It argues treaties fetter Russia and calls for paying old scores, leveraging Europe's debts, and acting before promised English reorganization.

St. Petersburg England Petersburg Russia Europe Sapan Rossi South Africa Houh

Hiles Nominated Rome Mayor by Two Votes in Primary

Rome Ga February 21 Captain Thomas E Hiles defeated Colonel A W Walton by two votes to become Rome mayor in a high tension primary. Hiles vote 444 Walton 442 Only two councilmen were elected on the Hiles ticket O B Wilborn president of the Columbus Rome and Southern and F J Kane defeated John C Printep bankrupt referee for this dis---

A.W. Welton Rome Thompson E Hiles A. W. Walton Columbus Southern F. J. Kane John C. Printep

British in Kimberley French's relief march enters unopposed

General French advances to Kimberley amid frantic signaling and cheer as the relief column arrives. Garrison doubts a Boer ruse but confirms the regimental identity, then welcomes French with jubilant crowds, flags, and handshakes.

Modder River French Kimberley Aod

Boom for Taylor for Vice President in Southern Drive

Chattanooga telegraph reports a sweeping Republican push to back Kentucky Governor William Taylor for vice president. Efforts aim to instruct delegates nationwide, with Kentucky early to confer, Tennessee supporting the plan, and political figures like Walter P. Brownlow backing Taylor. Alabama also targeted through Charles J. Allison to carry the state.

Chattanooga Texas Lelong William Taylor Kentucky Taylor Tennesses Walter P. Brownlow Wil Charles J. Allison United States Court Birmingham McKinley Alabama

Police Committee Photo at City Hall Distinctive Centerpiece

The Police Committee of Council posed with aldermen Arnold Vonderan and Barnn in front of City Hall. The photo session yesterday featured the police in a formal lineup as the photographer aimed to capture a presentable composition.

Police Committee of Council Aldermer Arnold Vonderan Barnn Yeaterday

Tumor Remover Recipe Endorsed by Lydia E Pinkham

A reader recounts suffering womb tumors with monthly proliferations and nearly resorting to surgery. After using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound the tumors expelled and health returned. She credits the remedy and urges others to try it. Another letter from A B Davies in Boramarton states cure of leucorrhea using Pinkham's remedies and expresses gratitude.

Lydia E. Pinkham Eerree Mary M. Peabody Water Street Haverhill Mass

Three More County Office Announcements in Banner

The Banner reports three further candidates for county offices. Judge 8 M Herrington seeks re election as Clarke Ordinary after twelve years of noted service. Sheriff John W Wier aims for another term, repeatedly re elected for his long service. Clerk Joseph K Kenney runs again for clerk of the superior court citing thoroughness and competency. All cite Democratic party principles and await the primary.

M. Herrington Clarke County John W. Wier Joseph K. Kenney Superior Court Ron

Populists Fix May 9 Date for National Convention

The Populist national committee led by Marion Butler settles on May 9 for the convention date after debate. Sioux Falls is named as meeting site with other cities Kansas City, Sioux Falls, and Indianapolis invited to present advantages. Senator Allen supports harmony and a committee decision on timing, while the Texas delegation objects to a fixed date. A later amendment to form a committee on time and place fails. The piece also includes an ad for Hall’s Catarrh Cure with a $100 reward offer.

Bryan Allen Cincinnati Kansas City Sioux Falls Indianapolis

Canadians Engaged at Modder River. 18 Killed 60 Wounded

A Globe special from Toronto reports the first Canadian contingent fought at Modder River all Sunday February 21. The casualty toll listed 18 killed and 60 wounded among the regiment.

Modder River Toronto The Globe

Ladysmith Relieved Report Sparks Windsor Meeting

London reports from Windsor Castle announce Ladysmith has been relieved with great enthusiasm. Rumors persist of Cronje’s precarious position and Highlander General MacDonald’s wounding, while a Pretoria dispatch claims Commandant Ferrerira died in an accident.

London Windsor Windsor Castle Ladysmith Berlin Ron Hector MacDonald Highland Brigade Pretoria Ferrerira

Growing Time Children Need Right Fatty Diet

Children must have proper fat intake to grow strong and healthy. Fat deficiency makes kids thin pale puny and nervous and slows growth. This advertisement from Scott and Bowne Chemists New York promotes a drugless fat product priced at $2.50 and $0.60.

President Invited to Attend National Educational Convention

Oscar J. Cor n on of Columbus leader of the National Educational association with Dr. Harris and Dr. Curry called at the White House to invite the president to Charleston for the July convention. The president did not commit but is expected to attend if public and business matters permit. Also notes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy praised by B Edwards, publisher.

Washington Oscar J. Cornon Columbus Ohio National Educational Association Harris United States Chamberlain B. Edwards the Review Wyant Forease H. R. Palmer Bons

No Clue Yet In Burglary At Winterville

Mr. Dedrich Winter spent yesterday in Athens saying no clue has been obtained to identify the men who blew open his Winterville safe and took $119 from his clerk Richard Dowdy. A $50 reward brought no results though townspeople believe two men seen the day before are guilty.

Dedrich Winter Athens Winterville Richard Dowdy

Buller Crosses River in Feb Report from Chieveley Camp

The War Office received news from General Buller reporting the Fifth division crossed the Togela by pontoon at Chieveley Camp on February 41 and drove back the enemy rear guard while our naval 12 pounders silenced all of the enemy guns.

London War Office Buller Chieveley Camp Togela

Goebel Ratified Governor Claim by Kentucky Legislature

Frankfort Ky February 21 Democrats in joint session ratified by 74 to 2 the actions declaring William Goebel governor and Beckham the apparent successor. Republicans boycotted the session. Some legislators criticized the vote, others defended it as final on the contested title. Administrator's Sale and additional notices follow in Georgia postings.

Frankfort William Goebel J. C. W. Beckham Beckham Goebel

Clarke County Tax Sales Foreclosure Notice

Clarke Sheriff sales list parcels in Athens Clarke County Georgia with multiple properties set for sale at the courthouse during the legal hours in March next. The notices cite tax liens and describe parcels bounded by streets and railways, listing owners such as Howell and Wier and naming tax collectors and county offices.

Clarke County Sheriff Sale Notice in Athens Georgia

Notice of sheriff sale under court order at the Clarke County courthouse in Athens. The sale lists described tracts of land including references to W Suidets cannon and property with old legal descriptions, executed by John W. Wher and tied to transfers involving Jackson Jackson and others, with dates noted in October and September. The document preserves the formal conveyance language and identifies stakes and boundaries as required by law.

Howell I. Janton Clarke Hoxwe Athens Clark Coum Athen Susebrussych John W. Wier Clarke County Georgia G.M Anid State Petora Street Arch Street Dr. Eeplon Mary Rlder Mary Elder H. H. Linton O. C. Gibson Lee Colman Willian Hiss Prattt Aren Street Rts Wold Comension al Clarke County Bowna Claskee Clarke Sheriff's Sales Fegel Tolloweiay Seeatin Sheen Tinhdy Oatobor Bel Uae W. Suidets Jatkoan Jackson Perse John W. Wher

Legal Notice Fragments from Court Schedule in Athy

Fragmentary OCR snippet mentions court, Athy county, reference to property described as tract of land with improvements, a house, a lot on Princesyenue, and a grandson’s horse. No clear names, dates, or complete facts available.

Clarks County

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