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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1891
Page
4
Citizens of Athens and Clarke County gather on the 18th to fund a lasting memorial to Jefferson Davis. The piece praises Davis as a heroic leader and martyr, urging broad community involvement. It also critiques Senator Ingalls and his dictionary laden rhetoric, noting political missteps and language issues.
Tur Arness Banner announces a new Sunday Woman's Department led by Eva Faurman Hart. Editor Crawroke plans to expand all departments to attract women and children, asserting women read more and support newspapers. The move aims to broaden appeal for business readers and families.
The New York World notes a Boston police arrest for kissing in public as out of place. It contrasts with Nebraska crowds who attend hangings at Broken Bow stockade and witness the sight, reflecting differing views on private conduct and capital punishment.
The piece notes a planned Woman's Department in a Sunday issue, inviting mothers to send in answers to "How to raise Children" for a prize. It references political topics, humor from the Banner and Atlanta Journal, and mentions figures like McKinley, Uncle Jegey Rusk, and Cleveland, with concise remarks on tariffs and elections. It also includes a promotion for Hart's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co of Toledo.
The forty second annual report shows the dividend of seventy four percent ratified by the board and meeting attendees. Officers elected for the coming year include Jens L G Harris as president and treasurer Sierens Thomas as secretary and general agent. Directors listed include Young Harris Athens Leon Charbonnier Edward Lyndon Rufus Reaves William Thomas and others from Athens Augusta Savannah and Atlanta.
The Atlanta council spent hours debating the tax ordinance and made several changes. The notable change is increasing the beer license from 100 dollars to 200 dollars.
The summer session of the College for the Industrial Training of Colored Youths opened in Athens with 105 pupils and 20 teachers. Professor Richard K. Wright led opening exercises as classes were formed from English to science and classical studies. Lectures will be given by W H Croaman and W E Holmes, with Greek Testament study and a full four-class curriculum outlined. Hood's Sarsaparilla advert follows.
A strange bag brought to the Banner editorial staff prompts curiosity and fear among editors and reporters. The bundle, described as knotty and potentially dangerous, triggers talk of dynamite and threats amid rumors and a mysterious accompanying letter requesting a one year send.
For a period Mr. B. H. Parr endured pains in his right arm and then, while at work, suddenly lost all use of it. A doctor diagnosed the paralysis as linked to his condition, hoping it will be temporary and that he may regain full use in a few weeks.
Atlanta organizers announce a new afternoon paper to be run by prohibitionists. A grand mass meeting is set for Thursday night to formally organize the venture, with backers claiming substantial funding and support.
The work began and the organization of the Board of Visitors was completed indicating readiness for upcoming duties and oversight.
The Board of Visitors met in the Chancellor's office to discuss the University of Georgia with Dr Boggs. They toured recitation rooms and dormitories, then elected Prof W M Sinton as President and Prof W H Woodall as Secretary. Other members include J W Frederick Lawton B Evans and A W Patterson.
A testimonial style notice touts Botanic B B Balm as a cure for running sores and bone enlargement. Walter Bri of Athena Tennessee claims six bottles healed his leg sores and improved health after years of illness. The piece warns against not trying the product and labels detractors as humbugs while urging readers to test the remedy.
A notice urges Christian workers to remit funds to Dr J G Gibson care Crawford Ga with a clear church and origin statement and directions for applying the funds. It warns to send receipts promptly and notes foreign funds go to G Grpson Crawford Ga with May date. Also includes a medical ad for Dr Holt's Dyspeptic Elixir with price and bottle offers.
Athens officials endorsed the Board of Education's use of Baxter Street building for the university negro college during summer work. The water tower project was postponed, five percent bonds may be floated at par, Gill Street widening was approved, beef inspection duties increased, guano taxes set, and an electric light ordered at Hancock and Findley.
The Clarke county Farmers' Club, proud of its state fair exhibit, still owes 288 dollars after a two hundred dollar grant by the Grand Jury. A fund is being raised, with early donations from E. Lumpkin and others, to clear the debt before the Agricultural Convention in August. The note suggests university entertainment costs and equitable sharing of commencement expenses. Captain J H Adams reports neuralgia relief from Dr. Holt's Elixir.
Homer Georgia June 2 Captain Enoch Anderson a former legislator and respected Banks County resident is bedridden and partially paralyzed. Rev J H Little plans a meeting at East Point this week. Mrs Oscar Brown and Miss Minnie McNorton attend the Lucy Coby Commendart event. Hollingsworth Institute commencements begin Friday. Prospects for crops improving though conditions vary.
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