Athens Insolvency Talk Debated and Water Works Costs
The Athens Banner rebuts claims that the city faces bankruptcy due to water works litigation. It argues Athens is financially solid with bonds at par, urges prudent economy, and supports reducing unnecessary expenses while preserving essential salaries. It also notes the U.S. Supreme Court vacancy after Blatchford’s death and possible appointments.
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Athens
Union
Georagia
Watermworker Ee
New York
Sunday Opening Question At The Fair
The Sunday gate opening at the Chicago fair remains unsettled as the national commission awaits Justice Fuller’s written opinion. Local authorities may ignore national stance, with the gates already open on Sundays and likely to stay so. The Macon Telegraph notes the Bardwell lynching case may deter future mob justice, despite initial justification for the crime.
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National Commission of the Fair
Fuller
Palmer
National Commission
Savans Neh News
Macon Telegraph
C.J. Miller
Ray Sisters
Bardwell
Miller
Investigation Time Safeguards Justice After Damaging Incidents
A call for thorough inquiry stresses that slow, careful investigations prevent wrongful punishment and protect innocent people from blood on the hands of those who act in perceived duty. The text argues guilt should not be assumed and evidence must guide action to avoid repeated harm.
Athens Set to Host State Horticultural Convention
The State Horticultural Society will hold its Annual Convention in Athens next month with 250 to 300 delegates. The three day sessions will feature fruit exhibits and lectures by distinguished speakers. The event aims to boost local trade and establish Athens as a future Georgia convention center.
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State Horticultural Society
Athens
Georgia
Notable Miscellany From Northern Newspapers
A mixed digest notes Miss Sartoris misstatement with her London stay, home life of Greeley's daughter and Whittier links, plus pension rechecks in Washington. It reports a fatal Chattanooga picnic wind collapse, ministerial exchanges, and a Burke county lynching plea. Weathered cyclone aftermath and Johnstown echoes close with medical notes and current events.
Athens Editors Fight and Weather Rivalry Markets Debate
The Atlanta Constitution notes a heated quarrel between T W Reed of Athens Banner and Gainesville Eagle editor. Citizens say it resembles war with fragile truce hoped as heat rises. The piece mentions lingering editor clashes and past disputes over church burials and Athens welfare questions.
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Atlanta Constitution
T. W. Reed
Athens
Athens Banner
Gainesville
Yeserday
Sun Spo
Constitution
Eagle
Banner
Craig
Dahlonega
Congress to Organize Quickly as Gur Assigns Committees
The Fifty third Congress in the extra session will spend little time on work. Speaker Gur aims to complete committee assignments in the first week with no opposition. Changes in chairmanships are expected as appointments proceed.
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Columbus Enquirer Sun
Gur
Editorial Note on Dispensary Law and Political Figures
The Charleston scene quivers as barrooms resist the dispensary law and await Governor Tillman’s sentence. Kansas’ J Stupiton leads a waning crusade against Speaker Crisp while Epher Watsa returns to the Chronicle. Hal shows health improvement and renewed vigor for Fountain work amid financial strain.
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J. Stupiton
Epher Watsa
The
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Augusta
Rockbridge Alum Springs
Georgia newspapers discuss politics and finance figures
Georgia papers debate public questions and finance moves. Augusta Chronicle notes caution on ticker watching. Macon Evening News discusses Speaker roles and constitutional framings. Augusta News suggests restructuring giants like Drexel Morgan to aid local stocks. Savannah News profiles early governor candidates with Gen. C. highlighted.
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Augusta Chronicle
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Augusta News
Drexel, Morgan & Co
Richmond
Central
Savannah “News
Warrenton
Gen. C
Attempted bombing at Polar Ice Works alarms manager
Tuesday evening an apparent attack plugged escape pipes at the Polar Ice Works near the top of the building. Manager Johnson acted quickly to stop the danger and restore operation. He vows to seek punishment for those responsible, while noting it may have been mischievous boys. Brown's Iron Bitters is advertised.
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U.S. Supreme Court
Samuel Blatchford
Cleveland
Fuller
Field and
Jackson
Harlan
Gray
Brewer
Brown
Shiras
Blatchford
Delaware
Mr. Bayard
Senate
Augusta Chronicle
Johnson
Boya
Mr. Johnson
Sudden Death of Hinton C Silvey at East Athens
Hinton C Silvey an longtime East Athens merchant and Baptist church officer died suddenly likely from apoplexy or heart disease near midnight Tuesday. He leaves a wife eight children and many friends. The funeral is set for 4 pm at Second Baptist Church with Rev. B F Elliott preaching.
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Hinton C. Silvey
Ext
Athens
Mr. Silvey
Jackson Street
East Athens
Silvey
The
Baptist Church
Second Baptist Church
Negro Pulls Pistol in Melon Ambush Near Athens
Early Wednesday a colored man drove a wagon with watermelons through East Athens. He offered melons at ten and twenty cents. When Mabry questioned prices, the assailant drew a pistol and threatened him, then fled. Officers seek the suspect.
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Tom Mabry
East Athens
Mr. Mabry
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