Centeral Railroad Reorganization Hinted by Athens Stockhold ers
In Athens citizens hold hundreds of thousands in Central Railroad stock and debentures amid talks of a reorganization. The February 1 fixed date for the road’s dealings looms as holders seek a last resort, with Drexel Morgan & Co suspected to oppose Hollins proposals. Local investors weigh whether to bid in or let the Central be reorganized for value.
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Georgia
Athens
Aos
R. M. Wade
Armi0 Ae
THE
THING
Jor Securities
Hollins
Drexel, Morgan & Co
iQentral
Drexel, Morgan & To
Beed Detective Hunt For University Jumble Bee Edits
Reports say detectives are sent around the country seeking the University Jumble Bee editor and publishers. A Jackson Herald office raid Thursday led to rumors of a Smumble Bee, stirring Athens citizens who sought a copy. The editor faces pressure over a Barrow piece that has drawn wide condemnation.
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University
Jumble-Bee
Brown’s Iron Bitters Cures Dyspepsia and Debility
A fragmentary report notes John Nottman’s bid to overturn a loss in the water works case in Te York. It says he seeks to recover the ground by pleading the Cartersville decision, with Athens hoping for his success and a letter from W Rucker urging prompt action.
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John Nottman
Water Works
Te York
Cartersville
Athens
W. Rucker
Nottman
Athens Mayor Tuck discusses water works case in banner interview
The Athens mayor returns from New York and states there is no truth to claims of withholding facts. He explains council action after the court refused the Cartersville principle and outlines the case status, future hearings, and his view on attorney Mr Nottman. He urges citizens to report misconduct directly and notes the bank trustee role and fees.
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H.C. Tuck
Athens
New York
Water Works
Cartersville
Nottman
Reed
Frederick H.smith
Brooklyn
Bartlett
Smith
Cullen
Mechanics National Bank
Mechanics Bank
Hin
Brown's Iron Bitters Advertised for Digestive Ailments
An old advertisement touts Brown's Iron Bitters as a remedy for indigestion and stomach disorders. It claims the product is sold by dealers at $1 per bottle and notes a red line watermark on the wrap for authenticity.
Editor Moore Dead in Augusta Evening News
Editor William H. Moore of the Augusta Evening News died suddenly in his room at about 7 PM. He was about 50, unmarried, and left a mother and sister in Atlanta. Funeral services will be at First Baptist Church Augusta and the body sent to Atlanta on the noon train. A procession escort of local officials will accompany the remains. The article notes Moore’s longstanding editorial work and popularity in Augusta. Additionally, a new store opening is announced as W. W. Brown & Son on Broad Street, Athens offering house furnishings and related goods.
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AveurTa
William H. Moore
Augusta Evening News
Moore
Augusta
Evening News
James Gow
Atlanta
First Baptist Church
Eley
Seaton
Messrs
James L. Gow
H. Cohen
T. RB. Gibson
J. W. White
M. P. Carroll
E. B. Hook
T. D. Murpher
W. I Delph
J. M. Weigle
Alexander
Col
D. B. Dyer
C. A.robbe
J. W. Brown
E .H. Brown
Julius Cohen & Co
Broad Street
W. W. Brown & Son
Messrs. Brown
Athens
Georgia Women Urged to Erect Monument to Mary Washington
Mrs M A Lipscomb calls on Georgia women to raise funds for a granite obelisk to Mary Washington, mother of George Washington. The plan includes a 50 foot monument and surrounding grounds with an endowment. Donations of one dollar per member, plus fundraiser events, will support the project with receipts issued.
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Mary
Washington
Fredericksburg
Georgie
Amelia C. Waite
Chicago
Georgia
Mary Washington Association
Savings Bank
Athens
M. A. Liescoms
Ladies favor Syrup of Figs as safe laxative remedy
The article extols the California liquid laxative Syrup of Figs as safe and effective for ladies under all conditions. It urges buyers to seek the genuine article from the California Fig Syrup Co. A cabbage sample from market gardener Mr Cannon is shown at Dr Brumby’s drug store. A boy in Athens subsists largely on ice and is described as in poor health.
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California
California Fig Syrup Co
Cannon
Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption and Colds
A sales item touts Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption and colds. It claims the medicine helps throat and chest diseases with proven powers and guarantees refunds if claims aren’t met. Free trial bottles offered at John Crawford & Co. and Palmer & Kinnebrew’s Drug Store. Large bottles priced at 50c and 100.
The Action of India and the Silver Parity Debate
The World highlights India's sudden move to a gold basis and its impact on global silver use. It explains how silver coinage, bullion prices, and legal tender status affect currencies, trade, and US monetary policy amid open market silver purchases and price volatility.
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New York
India
United States
Mexico
China
Ender
Congress
Secretary of the Treasury
the India Council
Wall Street
Mercantile Deposit Company
Aoe
Treasury Statement
Treasury
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Cmntrate Railroad
Seoul
Jefferson
Jackson Herald
the Herald
Barrow
Brown
Sutt’s
New York City
Bill. Moore
the Action OF India
Tutt
Constantinople
Lew Wallace
Turkey
Pietro Ghisleri
F. Marion Crawford
Albert Ross
D. W. McGregor
Athens, GA
Daily Banner
Texas Liftings
Texas
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