Athens readers demand full disclosure on water works bonds
The Athens Weekly Banner calls on City Council and Finance Committee to publish complete details of the 125000 bond issue for the water works. It questions why bonds were sent to New York, the handling by Mr A H Hodgson, and the roles of counsel and banks. The paper demands accountability from public servants and hints at administrative change if answers are not provided.
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Concede Nothing On Water Works Case In New York Suit
The article urges full public disclosure of the water works dispute. Citizens demand full truth, insist officers reveal all details, defend city’s position against Howell and associates, and oppose delaying disclosures until after the trial. The writer argues no division exists about the contract’s merits.
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Editorial Roundup From The Nation’s Pages On Politics And Style
A collage of commentary notes politics in Georgia and Ohio, banking and cotton anxieties, and a morale boost from a girl who plays piano at first sight. Also referenced are Speaker Atkinson’s possible role, At lanta Force case verdict, Memphis paper jokes about battleships, and Mrs Stanford’s diamond collection worth millions stored in a safe.
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Central railroad troubles loom as asset sale feared
The article argues the Central railroad crisis may force a sale to cover debts tied to the Richmond Terminal. It notes the Hollins reorganization plan may fail due to the money market. It blames mismanagement for water works muddle and asserts Athens will not declare bankruptcy but will seek accountability and new municipal leadership.
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Georgia Sanctums and Georgian Political Views
The Georgia articles urge urgent reform and an early extra session. The Augusta Herald notes Mr Blount’s Honolulu return and possible gubernatorial bid. Dawson News raises unexpected concerns about Muslim immigration to Georgia.
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I Suffered Neck Cancers Healed by Hood's Medicine
A Brooklyn resident recalls cancerous neck lumps from Trinidad Colorado two operations failed to cure. After two bottles of Hood's Medicine the sores healed and the neck lump dried up, avoiding another operation.
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Roswell buyer plans big work on Wood property
J B Wing of Roswell buys the Wood property and vows substantial improvements. A mare transcript of scattered notes includes a mink incident in Alpharetta, a patrol of ancient travelers, a possible court martial for Rear Admiral Markham over the Victoria incident, and various local disturbances in Lawrence County Mississippi.
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Collusion Charged in Central Receiver Case
Savannah affidavit alleges Judge Speer and lawyer Rountree conspired to place Central railroad in receivership. Westmoreland says Rountree sought stockholder backers and used Lamb Perry and Mrs Clarke to back the petition, with Judge Speer directing and General Alexander named temporary receiver.
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Sir Rupert and the Parlor Dogloresign
A narrator recalls angrily hating a woman's dog Sir Rupert and recounts a chase across the street after the pet escapes. He admits old athletic pride yet tires easily, noting the dog’s antics and the woman’s affectionate banter as he returns the animal to her on the steps.
Miss Force Acuity Trial Ends With Not Guilty Verdict
In Atlanta on June 27 the jury returned a not guilty verdict in the Miss Force murder trial. The case involved the killing of Minnie Force, with the judge noting the crime as monstrous. the defendant’s life and the victim’s life were weighed in the sentencing. Miss Force, described as a Christian woman, showed visible emotion during reference to her prior life.
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Castor and Canty Recalled Across Generations
A fragmented reminiscence traces Castor from infant care to adulthood. The narrator notes Castor as a recurring remedy through childhood illness, adulthood, motherhood, and care of children, ending with Canty as a referenced continuation.
Central Ruined Rail Road Case In Savannan Ga
Judge Jackson delivered a significant bench decision stating the Central railroad is ruined and beyond reasonable hope of recovery. The judge ordered sale of the property to fetch the best price for creditors while protecting unsecured creditors, with a sale planned after sixty days and December first notices.
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W. Harris and Leila May Armistent Wed in Quiet Ceremony
Miss Leila May Armistent and Mr. W Watts Harris of this city were married yesterday morning in a quiet and impressive ceremony. Rev J Crawford officiated. The couple received hearty congratulations from many friends and will reside in Athens.
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