Athens merchants report firmer business after stringency
A Jackson & Vincent report and interviews with many Athens merchants show a steadier, more stable business climate. Bank presidents and proprietors from Baldwin, O'Farrell, Hunnicutt, Vonderau, Davison, Lowe, McMahan, Talmage, Brightwell, Webb, Crawford, Michael Bros., Morris Bros., Dorsey & Stern, and others praise rising trade, cash purchases, and fewer failures, with optimism for a strong fall and broader prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. P. Vincent
Jackson & Vincent
C. W. Baldwin
C. W. Baldwin & Co
Charley O'Farrell
O'Farrell & Funkenstein
Athens
Georgia
Joan A. Hunnicutt
Vess, Vonderau & Co
Davison & Lowe
J. J. C. McMahan
Talmage & Brightwell
Webb & Crawford
Clayton Street
Itm
Michael Bros
Morris Bros
Myer Stern
Dorsey & Stern
Athans
Death of Dr A P Henley in Greene County
News arrives of the death of Dr A P Henley of Greene County on Wednesday at his home. He was father to Col Albert P Henley of this city and well known in the section for his long illness and quiet service.
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A. Penley
Greene County
Curious Cyclone Injury Story From Gillsville
A cyclone near Gillsville devastates homes and kills farmer Kinsey. His wife Mrs Kinsey later needed ankle surgery after being crushed by timbers. While recovering she vomited two rocks believed blown into her throat during the storm. Doctors removed them, and she soon recovered.
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Gillsme
Kinsey
Mrs. Kinsey
The Bogus Lord Sentenced to Six Years in Penitentiary
Walter S Beresford, known as the bogus lord and English swindler, is carried to the State penitentiary to serve a six year forgery sentence. He previously claimed to represent a large English syndicate and cashed a thousand dollar bogus check at Hamilton & Co. He escaped after a bond release but was recaptured. the Supreme Court and the United States Supreme Court affirmed the conviction. Beresford has recently embraced Christianity and seeks a possible pardon amid alleged conspiracies with the Lilenthal family to reimburse Hamilton & Co. The Beresford wife Maud Lilienthall is said to be in an asylum reeling from despair over his imprisonment.
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Rong
Walter
Beresford
Etna
Hamilton & Co
New York
Bank of England
Way
Supreme Court
United States Supreme Court
Lillenthall
Dr Briggs Still Firm In Presbyterian Assembly
In Washington D C on June 1 the Presbyterian General Assembly met as a court at 930 o clock with lower attendance. The prosecuting committee remained in place while Brigg s faction was represented only by Prof Francie Brown. The committee announced its members and began formulating its report on the appeal from the New York presbyterian judgment but had not yet determined the sentence to be imposed on Dr Briggs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WasuixeTox
D.C
Presbyterian General Assembly
Briggs
Francie Brown
Mo2stator
New York Presby
Dr. Brigg
Porter Stocks case declares mistrial in Georgia hearing
In Atlanta on June 1 Judge Richard H. Clarke declared a mistrial in the Porter Stocks case after a juror was dismissed to attend his mother’s funeral. Defense contends acquittal by judge’s action while the state argues there was an agreement to inform a juror of the death. Stocks’ lawyers say jeopardy occurred and will appeal to higher courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Porter Stocks
Richard H. Clarke
Alf Cassin
Judgs Clark
Cyclone Sweeps Arkansas County Killing Several
A June 1 storm in Howard county caused fatalities and widespread destruction. County Assessor Stewart and two children died in a collapsed home. bridges and trestles were wrecked. Arkansas and Louisiana railroad washed away. property losses around $20,000. Other towns reported destroyed farms, ruined houses, and injured residents. At Rosedale Mississippi a cyclone left extensive damage and several deaths, with churches and homes demolished and many injured.
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Here
Ark
Howard County
Stewart
Arkansas and
Louisiana
Harrisburg
Candy Lumber Company
David Roberts
Jacob Suzede
William Martin
Judge Gibson
Guerney
New Leadville
Rosedale
Memphis
Miss
W. L. Bowdre
Captain Miller
John Water
A. V. Foote
Lucas Veal
Lynn Robinson
18 Dr McGlynn Lost Mysteriously
Reports on Edward McGlynn's whereabouts spark speculation as friends claim he may have left for Chicago with his sister and her sons. A Brookyln hotel circle says he plans to sail for Rome, with Father Edward Kelly doubting Rome departure. Caprivi and Von Waldersee expected at Miss Phelps wedding. New Orleans grand jury scorches city authorities over prize fights. Rain halts Araxia games. Lyndon's Drug Store promotes a common remedy poster.
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New York
Edward McGlynn
Rome
Chicago
Erie
Smith
Pierrepont Hotel
Brooklyn
Harry Hill’s Atlanta arrest details emerge in Logan interview
Special correspondent Charles T. Logan cites Hill’s Chicago capture and defense explaining forged notes. Hill disputes accusations about Porter and outlines cash gains from various loans to Tolleson, Clarke, Collins, Gatins, and the Neal Bank, totaling about 11,400 dollars. He recounts leaving Atlanta with a plantation deed, notes to Echols, life policy, and belongings, claiming motive and relief from the charges. Col. Echols denies Hill’s statements, while Bob Collins and Tolleson offer comments on the loans and fees involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Charles T. Logan
Constitution
Chicago
Harry Hill
John W. Echols
Oglethorpe County
Lexington
Chestnut Street National Bank
Philadelphia
Echols
Hill
Col. Echols
Collins
Bob Collins
Home Bank
Money Note Frauds Raise Questions in Atlanta
In a heated exchange, a man described as anxious to pay high interest admits to taking a note for 4200 and offering 2173 for it, while ICS men seek half face value. Joe Gatiss defends his discounting of a 1500 note bought for 1000, with indorsers cited as responsible. Mrs Porter's forged-name claim yields no comment. Harry Hill's Atlanta arrival is expected soon, with Sergeant Jennings heading to Chicago for papers.
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ICS
Joe Gatiss
Joe Gatina
Hill
Peter
J. H. Porter
Harry Hill
Atlanta
Jenninge
Police’ Force
Chicago
Balas Cox in White County Said to Be Peculiar Case
A White County resident Balas Cox renounced the world and lives in a dry goods box. His mother feeds him. Dr F B Sutton examined him but withholding verdict. He is not violent though he sometimes acts mischievously at night. His crippled brother lost mane and tail of a horse overnight. A cyclone earlier frightened both brothers into a long separation.
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White County
Cleveland
Balas Cox
F. B. Sutton
Caution on Imitations of Alicock’s Porous Plasters
A dated notice warns that imitations resembling Alicock’s Porous Plasters are common and dangerous. It emphasizes that only Alicock’s genuine porous plasters should be purchased, due to deleterious ingredients in counterfeit products and the risk of serious injury.
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Allc cx
Acicox
Alicock
Water mains placed across the Queen River
A large crew completed laying water mains across the Queen River from morning to afternoon under City Engineer J. W. Barnett, Superintendent Lee, and Contractor Neely. A crowd of young people witnessed the lowering of the main into the stream at 5 p.m.
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Qoonee
J. W. Barnett
Lee
Neelys
Messas 8 M Inman & Co Leases Rucker Compress
Capt J H Rucker has leased his compress to Messrs 8 M Inman & Co of Atlanta. The firm will operate the compress, maintaining its standard, while Rucker remains in the cotton business in Athens and will oversee his valuable interests.
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J. H. Rucker
Mesare
M. Inman & Co
Atlanta
Inman & Co
Racker
Athens
Mapy
Athen
Underground storm-house traps Hart county family for two days
A Finley family in Hart county sought safety in an underground storm pit during a Sunday cyclone. A blown tree pinned the door shut for two days leaving them without food or water until neighbors found and freed them.
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Hart County
Finley
Saale
MacFarlane Surrenders Guilty in Bank Wrecking Case
Ex State Senator John J. MacFarlane, former president of the American Life Insurance Company, pleads guilty to indictments tied to wrecking the Bank of America. Sentenced to four years. fled to Brazil with his wife and child for three years, returned 80 days ago seeking remorse. Co-defendants included George F. Work and Louis E. Pfeiffer.
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Pumadelphia
John J. MacFarlane
American Life Insurance Company
Bank of America
MacFarlane
Brazil
George F. Work
Louis E. Pfeiffer
Jamess
Dungan
Bank Insurance Company
American Life-Insu-rance Company
Work
Don, Pfeiffer
Bee Parasite Cure Through Salt Water and Brine
A historical advisory suggests observing diseased bees, noting feverish symptoms and hair loss before they die, and recommends a cure by treating one or two colonies. It advises applying a strong brine to hive bottoms weekly and spraying combs and brood with a salt water solution for the season.
Pompey Leone Scott Called Vinebury's Oldest Inhabitant
The lore recounts Pompey Leone Scott as Vinebury’s supposed elder, though his precise age remains unknown. He quips that he has no birth date and must rely on guesswork, joking that his life suggests maybe around twenty five, while reflecting on the wisdom gained over many years.
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Trisfin
Pompey Leone Scott
Vinebury
Pompey
Pompey Leone
Scott
Dopean
Chile
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New Orleans
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Daniel Talmage
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Sheen Cab
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Muthleison & Co
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Itj
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