The Athens Banner and World Views on Liberty and South Power
A long excerpt covers subscription rates for The Athens Daily Banner and The Weekly Banner, then argues that German policies threaten individual liberty while the South holds strength from coal, iron, cotton, and industry. It notes Alfred Harmsworth’s New York World visit and praising remarks by his wife, plus reflections on women, women’s influence, and a brief note on church gratitude as the new century begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
United States
America
Europe
South
Alfred Harmsworth
New York World
Hamew
Neo
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Torpid Liver and Digestion Cure by Hoosier Sarsaparilia
Torpid liver causes dyspepsia headaches dizziness and other distress. Mrs Jones of Philadelphia in her 77th year states she was completely cured and all pains by faithful use of Hoosier Sarsaparilia which acts on digestive organs and offers lasting relief.
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Philadelphia
Heron
Noblesville
Tod
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta
Georgia urged to push public works in new century
The piece urges Georgians to work publicly for population and wealth growth, improved coast channels, railroads, diverse manufacturing, and beautified homes. It notes the Philippines war, calls for fifty thousand mounted infantry to settle the matter, and discusses Republican Buck returning from Japan amid Georgia ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
England
Observance contrasts in cities as new century dawns
The passage condemns disrespect for Christmas, urges strong law enforcement, recounts Chicago facing a million dollar fire, and notes Philadelphia and Atlanta New Year celebrations with bells, whistles, and parades as cities welcomed the era. It highlights public gatherings and the hope for prevention of destructive fires and disorder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Philadelphia
Atlanta
Unusual daylight items and mixed legal notices in brief
A chaotic mezcla of world news and local items: Owaha packer Cadahay seeks captors after paying 25000 for his kidnapped son, warning letters threaten his family. Kansas saloon-smasher Norton refuses jail bail while vowing to smash all state saloons. Chattanooga rabbi preaches with Christians on common grounds. China accepts allied joint note and envoys to sign. Hall’s Catarrh Cure advertisement and testimonials. telegraphers grip and paralysis noted with Louisville example. light humor and jokes inserted with domestic quips. cold cure commodity ad closes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Cadahay
Owaha
Hhis
Omaha
Kansas
Norton
Louisville
Louisville Courier-Journal
Glenn Lodge installs officers in Odd Fellows ceremony
Last night Glenn Lodge No 75 I O F invited the public to witness the installation of the officers for the ensuing term. After an executive session the ceremony began with 2 cars installed including noble grand Cobb Lampkin and slate of officers. M G Michael gave an address praising Odd Fellowship and presented retiring noble grand A W Veas with a silver service as a token of esteem.
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Glenn Lodge
Ieign
Tie Follo
Mr. Cobb Lampkin
Noble Grand
F S Patat
Ecote Brown
C. W. Parr
R. A. Shy
Lidge
J. H. Massey
A. H. Saye
A. M. Center
Noblegan
A. W. Veas
Wess
BEN FRANKLIN DAY CELEBRATED BY ATLANTA TYPOGRAPHICAL UNION
The Atlanta Typographical Union plans a grand January 17 celebration for Benjamin Franklin born day. A ball is scheduled at Gate City Guard armory the evening of the 17th with an afternoon program of music recitations and an oration by a union member. Committees are organizing, with OC Houston to chair a related function.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
United States
Benjamin Franklin
Gate City Guard
Union
Houston
Peculiar Election and a Closed Saloon in Cammionville
An odd local tale recounts saloon owner John Distler, a Democrat, closing his Cammionville saloon after McKinley won or Bryan did not, based on newspaper bets and political loyalties. John Weber, a whiskey seller, doubted both, wagering $60 if Bryan won. Distler kept his word, though profits suffered, illustrating a boomerang outcome from a combative bet.
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Cammionville
John Distler
John
Distler
Bryno
Disiler
Nebraska
John Weber
McKinley
Weber
Bryan
Also Mentioned on This Page
THE
Athens Weekly Banner
ML. J. Bowe
Lessee
Athens
Oman
Dr. Bull
Arso
Georgia
Ipinos
Nister Buck
Japan
Bock
Buck
Chicago Fire
Unicup
Chattanooga
Methodist Episcopal
China
Chines
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Props
Toledo
F. J Cheney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
Ethel
Philadelphia Press
Mr A. W. Wess
Castoria
New York
WMO
Gastoria
Bears
Astoria
Ben Franklin Day
Atlanta Typographica Union
Albany Times
Cattliedie
W. S. Holman & CO
Thomas
Athens, GA
Bael
Col H. ~ West
Clayton Street
Chanuler
Avent
J. Y. Carthers & CO
Cotton Commission
Broad, Thomas and
Oconee Streets
J. Y.carithers & CO
Billups Phinizy
Cotton Factor
Broad St
King & Cow
J. L. Arnold
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