Remarkable Incident in Atlanta Jefferson Davis Arrest Story
The Atlanta Herald recounts a 1857 1858 episode on a Richmond to Mississippi train. Ex Secretary of War Jefferson Davis was arrested for pickpocketing a satchel with $1000 in gold, held at Washington Hall, identified by Mayor Allison Nelson, who exclaimed his past service in the Mexican War. The tale notes Noble and the mayor died, while others recall the scene.
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Jefferson Davis
Atlanta
Atlanta Herald
Davis
Richmond
Mississippi
Sam Noble
Big Iron Works
Rome
Anniston
Noble
England
Allison Nelson
Jeff Davie
Athens News Rivalry Sparks Editor Responseto Banner
The Gainesville Eagle prints an Athens editorial noting rumors of a new paper there, then argues a new paper cannot start where one exists. It accuses the Baxner of bias toward Society and YMCA and says Dr. Carlton will write to answer criticism of the Banner’s management.
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Gainesville
Athens
Baxner
Society
Lucy Cobb Institute
M. O
Carlton
Dr. Carlton
Craig
Leading the Reform Cuts Pension Waste in Georgia
The article lauds Secretary Smith for leading pension reform to curb corruption and fraud. It credits him with a bold move that reduces the pension burden by over twenty million dollars annually, signaling major savings for taxpayers and promising further cuts across departments. It notes broad praise from the press and public alike.
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Georgia
Smith
Tobhie
The Ass of Eagles Nest
A fablelike tale follows a boastful jackass with loud voice and greedy appetite. He roams seeking greener pastures until misfortune strikes and ranchers replace him with a milder tenant, driving him to seek pasture in a distant state.
Tale of a Meadow War Between Animals and an Eagle
A satirical fable describes a tenant of a meadow facing exclusion by a rival marked by fog horns and venemous intent. An eagle aids the foe but fails to disrupt the harmonious, prosperous inhabitants. The story portrays political maneuvering, rivalry, and failed aggression in a rural setting.
Unfair Criticism Of President Over Georgia Appointments
A Atlanta Herald piece argues the President shown magnanimity toward Hill men in Georgia while distributing 36000 in salaries to Democrats. Hill men received 22000 and Cleveland men 14000, with Hill allocation in foreign posts and state offices appearing balanced but with advantages for Hill men in ministerial and consular offices.
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Cleveland
Georgia
P. M. B. Young
Gautemals
Dobbs
Valparaiso
Harvey Johnson
Antwerp
Joseph James
W. T. Garey
Hill
Sam Dunlap
Frank Leverett
Foreign Service
Atlanta Herald
Outrage over unlawful arrest and beating in Clarke case
The account recalls the arrest of George Clarke in Paryear’s district and his escort to Elbert county at night. It cites an unmerciful beating after release by Elbert courts, condemning such white capiam conduct as an outrage upon law and urging firm censure.
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George Clarke
Paryear
Elbert County
Clarke County
Dunlap Named Marshal of Northern District of Georgia
The appointment of Hon. Samuel C. Dunlap of Gainesville as Marshal for the Northern District of Georgia is welcomed by the Democracy of Northeast Georgia and the state. The Banner backed his candidacy from the start, and his successful confirmation is praised as a credit to his talents.
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Merif
Samuel C. Dunlap
Gainesville
Georgia
Col. Dunlap
Political opinions mix in Georgia and beyond
A dense collage quotes Albany Journal on Jefferson Davis and Southern sentiment, recalls Secretary Smith’s pension reform, and notes Texas Governor Hogg’s sugar bounty veto. Reports on Georgia editors Blackburn and Buck, Chattanooga and Atlanta papers weigh Sunday openings, political bossism, and Federal pension cuts amid postwar debates.
Georgia Sanctums and Newsroom Spurs in The Georgia Press
In Georgia Sanctums Josiah Carter B M Blackburn and Glen Waters form a trio of young journalists the Atlanta Herald remains bright and newsy. Augusta Evening News notes minister Lincoln cost him 70000 more than salary. Savannah News reports Treasurer Nebeker resigned March 6 and $1055 vanished from the treasury, prompting personal repayment. Macon Telegraph backs pension decisions amid hostile criticism.
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Josiah Carter
B M. Blackburn
Glen Waters
Atlanta Herald
Augusta
Hatl's Catarrh Cure Advertisement Claim
One hundred dollars reward for an uncured catarrh case with Hatl's Catarrh Care. F J Cheney & Co advertise the remedy as acting on blood and mucous surfaces. Truax, Walpine, Kinnan & Marvis list Toledo wholesale druggists.
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F. J. Cheney & CO
F. J. Cheney
Truax
Oe Walpine, Kinnan & Marvis
Toledo
Mrs Scarborough Funeral at First Baptist Church
Mrs E P Scarborough was laid to rest Wednesday afternoon at the First Baptist church at four thirty o clock. A large group of friends and relatives gathered to pay tribute to her memory. Rev L R Gwalney preached a tender sermon, hymns were sung, and a prayer offered before the interment at Oconee cemetery.
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First Baptist Church
E.P. Scarborough
L R.gwalney
Oconee Cemetery
Scarborough
City Schools Close for the Season in Early Closure
The city schools announce seasonal closure as the academic year ends. Administrators cite final exams and break schedules, with both teachers and students wrapping up activities across all campuses before summer.
City Schools Close Year With Diplomas And Medals
Closing exercises marked the end of the school year with speeches by Prof. D C Barrow at Washington Street school, medals awarded to top students, and nine graduates receiving diplomas. Honors went to Tinsley W Rucker Jr, Emmie Hunnicutt, Lonah Webb, and Lee Morris among others, with singing, recitations, and a spelling contest delighting attendees. The report notes strong praise for Barrow’s address and lists honor roll readings and remedies promotion by Crawford & Co.
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Liberty
Washington Street School
D. C. Barrow
Barrow
M. Harper
Tinsley W. Rucker, Jr
Emmie Hunnicutt
Harper
GC. P. Wilcox
Lonah Webb
Burke
Lee Morris
Lynah Webb
Estelle Booth
Irene Hubbard
Mary Lou Wier
Messrs
Ben Crane
Marion DuBose
Dupree Hunnicat
Harvey Stovall
Willie Yancey
Dr Gwaltney Resigns as Athens First Baptist Pastor
Rev L R Gwaltney has resigned as pastor of the First Baptist church of Athens and may accept a call to preach in Edgefield D C. The resignation is now with the deacons and will be acted on at the church conference next Sunday morning. Members deeply regret his possible departure, as he has been a strong spiritual influence in the city.
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Abu- Heres
Craig
Carlton
Gainesville
Memphis Appel-Avalanche
Hoke Smith
Savannah News
Nebeker
Harrison
Cleveland
Treasury Department
L. R. Gwaltney
First Baptist Church
Edgefield
D. C
Gwaltney
Athens
Electric Bitters Restore Health in Various Ailments
They were careful with cure claims in a case series. H Clifford of New Cassel suffered neuralgia and stomach disease, improved after three bottles of Electric Bitters. Edward Shepherd of Harrisburg had a running leg sore, healed after seven boxes of Bucklen's Arnica Salve and Electric Bitters. John Catawba of Ohio had fever on his leg, healed after one bottle of Electric Bitters and Arnica Salve. Sold by J. Crawfed fos and Palmer & Kinnebrew stores.
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H. Clifford
New Cassel
Edward Shepherd
Harrisburg
Tory Bucklen
John Catawba
Engagement announced in Journalist sparks Atlanta chatter
The New York Journalist reports an engagement between Miss Louise Bigby of Atlanta and William Kerr of New York following the League of Press Clubs event in St Paul and Chicago. A telegram from Miss Bigby denies the engagement as of May 31, and copies circulate in Atlanta, shocking friends.
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Nw York
League of Press Clubs
St Pal
Chicgo
Chicago
Louis Bigby
Med
Mra
Loulie M. Gordon
Georgia
William Kerr
New York
Misa Bigby
Gordon
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