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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1906
Page
6
Chattanooga and Atlanta comment on the death of Walter B. Hill, chancellor of the University of Georgia. Tributes praise his lifelong dedication to education, integrity, gentleness, and courage in public life, noting his unwavering convictions and the universal grief across the South.
Walter B Hill a prominent Georgia lawyer and educator dies at 54 revered for intellect and integrity He served as chancellor of the University of Georgia from 1899 until his death and previously led the Georgia Bar Association He influenced many young Geor gians through his legal career writings and public service He was born in Talbotton and educated at the University of Georgia Emory College and the Southwestern university His loss is described as a severe blow to the state and its future citizens.
Walter Barnard Hill, chancellor of the State University and a longtime educator in Georgia, died at his campus home after a brief illness. Born 1851 in Talbotton, he rose from Macon lawyer to a respected leader in higher education, advancing the university's growth and agricultural programs while championing temperance and public virtue. His death drew widespread mourning across Georgia and the South.
The Augusta Chronicle reports the death of Chancellor Walter B. Hill. State leaders and legal community mourn a prominent Georgia figure whose long career spanned education and judiciary roles.
Walter B Hill long serving Chancellor of the State University dies in Georgia. A respected figures in education and law he authored the Georgia Code 1873 to 1882 and memoirs for church and railroad. A graduate of the State University and Vanderbilt treasurer and leader in the Georgia Bar Association he was noted for devotion to education and moral leadership.
Sam W. Small is hailed as a great educator for his leadership at the University of Georgia. He followed famed predecessors Molgs Mell Lipscomb Tucker and Boggs, bringing energy, study, and steady administration. The article notes his rapid rise and the mixed sorrow at his death or loss of faithfulness to Jabora.
An early Thursday message from Hon. John Newton reports the death of Chancellor Walter B. Hill at his Athens home at 3 30 am after a illness with pneumonia. Newton, a University trustee, calls his loss a calamity during a pivotal time for the institution and the state.
New York report states actress Cacclla Wolsey formerly Lillian Western left fifteen dollars for the care of her dog parrot and a cage of live birds. H E Gates, a friend, is to use the fifteen thousand dollars for that purpose with remainder to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals after his death.
Macon Georgia December 30 Chairman Ben C Smith of the board of trustees announces bids for the erection of the new building will be opened January 4 with work starting twenty days later. The building should be ready by mid August and the academy will open for fall work. Mr and Mrs Edward Eye of Columbia South Carolina and Mr and Mrs W A Ancrum of Camden South Carolina arrived yesterday to be guests of Mr and Mrs A H O Farrell
The piece surveys Japanese press output, noting Osaka Mannichi and Hochi Shimbun lead circulation with 220000 and 200000 daily. It describes government influence, foreign ownership, and low ad rates, plus color supplements and serialized leading articles. It details manual type setting for 28000 daily characters and a Hochi staff of sixty three across seven departments with global correspondents.
Georgia county authorities debate options for a new bridge over the Oconee at Georgia Factory. The current wooden span needs repairs or replacement, with commissioners weighing repair, lattice, or iron designs and aiming for permanence within budget constraints.
Hugh Criggan of Inniscreenery faced murder charges in connection with farmer John Gardiner's disappearance and death after a Lisnaskea sports meeting. Prosecution relied on hair, thread, a whisky bottle, and bloodstains as circumstantial evidence. After deliberation the jury returned not guilty and Criggan was discharged.
In Jersey City Vice Chancellor Stevenson denied a request by William M. Abbott for an injunction to stop his wife from speaking at his office and from nagging him. Abbott, a 67 year old railroad ticket agent, argued a husband’s right to privacy. the wife’s counsel asserted no law bridles a woman’s tongue. The motion was denied.
Diplomatists report President Castro faces severe funds shortage due to diminished customs and halted public works. French and English telegraph disputes persist while a resolution is expected through an alternative approach. Rumors of revolution circulate as analysts claim Castro may unravel with more time and pressure.
Bailey Supply Co hosted a Majestic Range exhibit with a cooking display. Twenty two ranges were sold during the event as Majestic Mfg Co representative Mr. J Darrah departed for North Carolina for the next exhibit.
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