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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1901
Page
2
In the days after birth a mother faces a long recovery with support from tonics and home remedies. Letters praise Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for easing postpartum strain and aiding nursing. Anecdotes note relief from headaches and nervous spells and confirm a quick return to health despite challenges.
A dramatic frontier tale unfolds as a highwayman on a Winchester halts a gunfight aboard a stage coach. The rider, nicknamed Biowhard, boasts driving skills while a nervous passenger pleads for mercy. The desperado robs the party but moments later departs after a quick mockery and a pocket search.
A city census of Columbus Ga taken in July reports 19,573 residents in Columbus proper, an increase of 1,955 over the June 1900 government tally. Suburbs are excluded, suggesting government figures undercounted the area.
A London Telegraph column parodies crime psychology with a West End minister and a jail visit. It recalls fox hunting as motive, shares a seasick lozenge hoax on a Calais Dover boat, praises an Irish sexton with a witty mischief, and closes with a string of light vignettes including a husband and club scene and a joke about a picky dessert.
In a light domestic exchange Mr. and Mrs. Peevish clash over a misplaced book. She forgets where he hid it, prompting a playful jab about memory. The fragment ends with a grim aside referencing a murderer of health and a call to cure constipation.
Atlanta July 24 The Central of Georgia Railway company filed for record in Secretary Philip's office three bond issues dating to July 1, 1900 and June 1, 1901. The combined amount reaches 2 500 000 and the records show plans for system improvements or ventures not yet disclosed.
A Norfolk Landmark note contrasts Northern and Southern manners on hat removal in public places. It argues that courtesy to women does not require removing hats in elevators or hotel corridors, while acknowledging chivalry in those who do remove them. It cites Charleston and New York practices as examples, with Virginia placed mid way between them.
A book agent rings the bell and asks to speak to the lady of the house, met by a courteous man who allows access but not a long talk. A brief scene of warmth follows as the agent persists while a mother admonishes a boy about counting and a lighthearted line about a fight emerges. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin advertised as stomach remedy.
A Tuesday morning fire damaged tools and farming implements in the yard of Edgar Thompson on the Reaves and Carlton plantation in Greene County. Firemen and neighbors fought the blaze. the cause remains unknown.
Delegates debate the admission of foreigners to the electorate and revisit Section 1 of the suffrage report. Reconsideration of Section 2 is postponed until after Section 6. Printing of Judge Coleman’s wall report speech approved. Debate centers on the grandfather clause and its constitutional reach with partisan passions and constitutional objections.
Jackson Mississippi July 24 the killing of two Italian laborers in Washington county may become an international affair and the United States government may seek indemnity. The Malian consul plans to prosecute the murderers and has suggested the boys mens as the Bette brothers receive state support. Federal authorities are to assist.
A potential strike by cigarmakers in Tampa threatens 5,000 workers. The La Resistencia union warned Q & Co. that if the walkout proceeds, they will demand a $4 increase per 1,000 cigars. Also reported: Majestic arrival in Liverpool, Rock Island train collision injuring six, and new charters granted to Oates Chair and Hickory Furniture companies.
In the Quenes river at Horse Shoe bend on Wednesday morning officers J A Saye and I A Bradberry nearly lost their lives while seining. Jack Dudley rushed to assist Bradberry as the current swept the water, a limb helped Saye to reach the bank, and the trio ferried the seine to shore. All survived and returned today, noting the fish were left to drift away.
In a humorous scene Judge Jas F Foster sits at his desk on a sultry day as a country boy and girl ask for marriage. After a comic exchange the judge declares a set fee for performing the ceremony and accepts payment in kind with a quirky tip.
The Banner notes the Virginia Carolina Chemical Company bought the Athena Oil Mile and rumors Athens will become a distributing point. Citizens see a good location and strong facilities for depot status, with Dr. H J Williams of Social Circle endorsing the move.
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