Banks of Athens Prosper With Four Institutions
Four Athens banks with a combined capital of 375000 dollars drive local commerce. The National Bank of Athens, founded 1866, lists A K Childs as president and shows a 100000 dollar surplus. The Bank of the University, established 1873, is led by John A Hunni cutt with a 125000 dollar capital and 23000 dollar surplus. The Athens Savings Bank, begun 1887, reports 50000 dollar capital and rapid growth, depositors near 20000 dollars in a few months. The Exchange Bank, organized 1891, commands 100000 dollar capital under J J C McMahan and a strong board amid rising dividends.
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Athens
National Bank of
Henry Hall
John White
A. K. Childs
James Witte
F. 8. Morton
J. H. Lumbw
J. J Wiins
The
National Bank
Messrs
R. L. Moss, Sr
John R. White
James White
Rhodes’ Banking Journal
National Bank of Athens
University Bank
Bank of the University
Young L. G. Harris
Southern Mutual Insurance Company
Marcellus. Stanley
John A. Hunnicutt
A. L Hull
C. H. Newton
Y. L. G. Harris
J. A. Hunnicutt
L. H. Charbonnier, Sr
John E. Talmadge
Nick Anda
Athens Savings Bank
Athens Savigs Bank
Julius Cohen
George A. Mell
F. A. Lipscomb
Savings Bank
Mcsrs
John Gerdine
W. D. O'Farrell
M. Stern
T. P. P Vincent
Savings Bnk
Exchange Bank
Young
J. J.C. McMahan
John 4. Berelict
James Barrow
Political affairs stir in Oglethorpe County races
Oglethorpe Echo notes multiple candidates for state representative including B B Williams John W Jarrell and C A Stevens with incumbents likely to run. Debates teased between Tom Watson and George C Thomas scheduled for July 4 at Bishop. Local figures Ed Martin and others active. party meetings and announcements fill the scene as elections loom.
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Oglethorpe Echo
B. B. Williams
Williams
John W Jarrell
C. A. Stevens
Thomas E. Watson
George C. Thomas
Bishop
Carnesville
Funeral of Mrs John S McKie Held at Prince Avenue
Yesterday at ten oclock a funeral service was held at the home of Mr John S McKie on Prince Avenue for Mrs McKie. Rev C W Lane of the Presbyterian Church conducted prayers and delivered a sermon. The body rested in Oconee Cemetery in anticipation of the final resurrection. Shilohs Catarrah Remedy is advertised by City Drug Store with a nasal applicator.
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John. S. McKie
John S. McKie
Prince Avenue
Pearly Gates
C. W. Lane
Presbyterian Charch
Angela
McKie
Oconee
Shiloh
City Drug Store
Con
ToRrent
Tex
Malinda Hallister
North Texas Insane Asylum
Five Gainesville men killed by a lightning storm at Stringer’s ford
On June 3 near Gainesville Florida, James Sweatman Zack Sweatman and three of their sons Walter Reaves and Tillman were struck by a lightning bolt as they sheltered under a tree while fishing on the Chettahooche river. The old man and two boys died. two others were badly injured. News spread quickly and bodies were recovered in Gainesville.
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Gainesville
Havova
James Sweatman
Zack Sweatman
Walter
Reaves
Tillman
Chettahooche River
Stringer
Former Athenan Weds Macon Daughters Kin
A wedding took place Thursday afternoon at 2 at Judge M. R. Freeman's Macon home uniting Miss Doll Freeman and Mr. William H. Young formerly of Athens. A reception followed that evening at Charles Young's residence in Athens. The couple planned to stay in Athens several days before returning to Macon and received many congratulations.
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Macon
M. R. Freeman
Miss Doll Freeman
William H. Young
Athens
Prohibition Election Set for July 1 in Avevsta County
Election officials in Avevsta Ga announce a July 1 vote on local option after verifying petition signatures. The anti prohibitionist effort withdraws and the petition shows 284 qualified signers, above the required one tenth of eligible voters. Judge Walton presided as objections and duplications were addressed. Registry remains open ten days before the election as voters prepare to choose wet or dry tickets.
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Avevsta
Odinary Walton
Mjorr
John
Davidson
M P. Carroll
Walton
Bohler
P. P. P. Promoted as Cure for Dyspepsia Indigestion
An advertisement extols P. P. P. as a universal blood purifier and remedy for stomach troubles and general weakness. It claims benefits for repilitation fatigue and appetite, urges use for shattered constitutions, and mentions a young lady criticism and a crude incident as proof. The wording is sensational and promotional with dubious medical claims.
Athens Normal School praised as greatest local asset
The Rambler reports a speaker praising Athens Normal School as the city’s finest achievement and a source of pride for Georgia. Merchants discuss debt payment and stronger circulation as money tightens. An upcoming excursion to Atlanta and a midweek political convention in Athens are noted, with third party prospects debated.
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Athens
Georgis
Atlanta
Willa
Gideon
Clarke County
the Rambler
Clarke_county
Butler
Joe Ott
The
West Virginia Delegates to Chicago Convention Named
At Weston West Virginia held district conventions selecting delegates for the Chicago convention. James R. Taney of Wheeling was elected delegate at large. district delegates include J. J. Davis Harrison county Birch Arnold Doddridge county and J. N. Camden Parkersburg. Delegates favor tariff reform and Cleveland. and Gorman’s influence appears in districts three and four.
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Chicago
WaHeetina
Weston
James R. Taney
Wheeling
J. J. Davis
Harrison County
Birch Arnold
Doddridge County
Cleveland
J. N. Camden
Parkersburg
J. H. H. Hascell
Cabellone
T. P. Carpenter
Putnam County
Gorman
Gerveland
Martinsburg
Eo Martin
A. Houoson Kinson
Mineral
Wamaa
Gormann
Shilohs Consumption Cure Promoted for Coughs and Bronchitis
An old advertisement touts Shilohs Consumption Cure as the most successful cough remedy for cough croup bronchitis and even consumption promising a guaranteed trial price ranging from 10c to 1 with a porous plaster also offered by City DrugStore led by manager E Orr.
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Shiloh
Orr
Bets on Blaine as Nominee Stir in New York yet No Takers
In Washington and New York rumors swirl as Blaine reportedly told a nonpolitician confidant he might accept a nomination. Senator Hale now backs Blaine’s potential bid, bets place $30,000 on coverage with $15,000 each on nomination and election, while others remain unsettled.
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New York
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Blaine
Washington
Senator Hale
Harrison
James G
The Line Drawn in Republican Convention Fight
Minneaplis June 8 The Republican presidential contest has fairly begun with Blaine and Harrison factions forming clear lines. Prominent politicians from across the country gather at the leading hotel as J S Clarkson leads Blaine forces and John C New heads Harrison operations. New says Harrison will be nom inally led by Chauncey M New with R W Temesex as navy secretary backing Indiana. Governor McKinley Ohio is Harrison's convention permanent chairman candidate.
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Harrison
Minneapolis
J. S. Clarkson
National Committee
John C. New
Indiana
Olis
Mr. New
Chauncey M. New
R. W
Navy
McKinley
Ohio
Steamer John Matthews Sinks After Pier Collision at Van Buren
The corn laden steamer John Matthews bound for Pine Bluff sank after striking a pier on the Arkansas river bridge at 1 am. Rescuers search for the crew. Captain Black and the pilot are missing after going down about 100 yards below the bridge. at least a third of the crew is presumed lost.
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Ark
John Matthews
Pine Bluff
Arkansas River
Black
Gambling Licensed in Omaha Under Fines Scheme
A New Orleans dispatch reports a grand jury urging legislative licensing of gambling with annual fines to benefit Charity Hospital and city controls. It notes past repeal in 1870 and questions constitutionality, while Omaha mayor signs an ordinance allowing open gambling with fines and guard at doors.
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Why People Choose to Suffer With Digestive Ailments
Many people endure indigestion constipation and loss of appetite due to dietary habits stress and lack of awareness of remedies. Access to simple foods and routines can ease symptoms and improve digestion when addressed promptly.
Mitchells win in Callies led convention drama and unity
The article details a dramatic political night in Ocala Florida where Judge Mitchell won the governorship amid crowds and a two thirds rule, with St Clair Abrams leading a minority opposition and harmony proclaimed afterward. It also notes related items involving Blaine family politics, legal challenges to coal combinations, and various sensational incidents across cities.
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Callies
St. Clair Abrams
Dallal
Polk
Washington County
Mitehill
Mitchell
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