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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1889
Page
3
A fragmented historical piece argues about civil equality, race theory, and the idea of intellectual power differences. It discusses miscegenation fears, the Saxon and ancient Briton examples, and asserts civil liberty as essential yet debated. The text shifts to Georgia rail routes linking Kentivorgia to northern markets and Athens as a rising hub.
The Trade Journal of AAIS notes rapid Southern industrial gains and rising capital in a postwar shift. In year the South shows 2,614 new industrial ventures and 110,008,000 in fees, while the Manufacturers Record says capital inflows surge and southern iron and steel promise dominance in global trade.
Fragmentary text references sectional or commercial divisions and mentions a reference to a country or locale. The readable content is limited and adjacent context is missing, preventing a fuller summary of events or facts.
The article notes Bible classes expanding in U S colleges and cites John Hopkins University as an example where Old Testament study examined science, history and literature. It urges Georgia to establish a chair of Biblical history and reports plans for a Bible class next year.
A calm national year is noted with eleven states holding elections including Kentucky Iowa Maryland Massachusetts Nebraska New Jersey New York Ohio Pennsylvania Virginia and others. Attention focuses on four newly admitted states North Dakota South Dakota Washington and Montana as constitutions are drafted and elections for full state government begin. Eight new U S senators will be chosen by these legislatures and a new U S representative is to be elected. Democrats eye the four western stars with hopeful anticipation.
Newspapers in New York oppose plans to prohibit reporting of executions by electricity. They argue the move impedes press freedom and vow to publish full details of executions or other methods whenever they deem appropriate. The debate centers on constitutional question and editorial backlash.
A New York exchange reports MecQuiaps acquitted after a one hour jury verdict of not guilty. Courtroom scenes following the defense attorney's speech are described as deeply moving and unprecedented in a tribunal setting.
In Charleston the acquittal of McDow sparks outrage among local preachers who denounce the decision as grave. The piece reflects a heated reaction to the verdict and the public mood following the trial.
The Atlanta Journal defends Dr. Bocas and the University of Georgia against criticisms by Thomas E. Watson. It lauds Bocas for elevating the university, urging stronger state backing and highlighting his legislative efforts to advance higher education amid Georgia’s 100th anniversary era.
The piece notes rare market activity on Wall Street with widespread dullness in stocks and bonds. North and West financiers grow alarmed while Southern farmers, thriving in favorable conditions, anticipate a prosperous season as thrift and steady labor prevail.
The Mississippi platform denounces monopolies and communism as dangerous both sides of the same coin linked to Republicans. It asserts public power rests with the people and officials serve them, while condemning brutal prize fights and urging Governor to prosecute all violators, including corporations or individuals.
An old advertising claim touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucus targeted internal treatment. It asserts efficacy by direct action on the blood, surface mucus, and notes it is a regular prescription from a leading physician. It also mentions Ayer's Sarsaparilla for general vitality.
Bucklen Arnica Salve advertised as best for cuts sores and skin eruptions with money back guarantee. Sold by John Crawford & Co. and L D Sledge & Co. Also a notice states a Georgia General Assembly bill will amend Athens city charter to allow water cost assessments against property protected for fire purposes. Also remark on drays and Klein & Martin wagons prevalent in Athens.
Newark Arkansas farmer CH Morris testifies he was told incurable by doctors before using Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption He completed three bottles and now tends his farm Jesse Middlewart of Detroit claims the medicine saved him after doctors declared him beyond cure Both offer free sample bottles at local drug stores.
The Tidewater oil company's wax refining department at Constable Hook burned yesterday afternoon causing an estimated loss of 30000 dollars. Fire crews fought the blaze but could not save the section. No injuries reported.
John L. Sullivan received $20,000 as stake money from Al Cridge at Cridge’s New York establishment. He counted the forty $500 bills, celebrated with champagne, and planned to distribute shares to backers and supporters. Sullivan offered to fight Jem Smith in America under Marquis of Queensbury rules, with $2,500 to Smith if he travels to fight.
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