Reforming Elections and the Sherman Bill in Congress
The piece argues Republicans in the new Congress would push the Sherman bill to place elections under federal control to gain southern representation. It counters the constitutional basis and warns of vast office power. The Atlanta Constitution endorses Cleveland for 1892 and tariff reform, predicting Democratic gains and potential territory shifts.
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Drst
South
Atranta
Grover Cleveland
Democracy Mis
Clivenann
Democratic Party
White House
Cleveland
Iron production shifts in the South spark price collapse
In 1830 Southern output reached 97,801 tons with 1,182,853 tons produced in Isss, while other states totaled 3,898,113 tons and Isss 6,054,348 tons. Eight year gains show the South up 190 percent against 50 percent elsewhere, driving a price drop from 41 to the ton in 1880 to under 20 by 1885. Public aid to Conewaugh Valley victims peaks with New York and Philadelphia giving about 500,000 each and Pittsburgh around 200,000, totaling nearly 2,000,000 in cash gifts.
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Isss
South
Conemauth Valley
New York
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Farmers Alliance to Build Mills in Seneca City and Spartanburg
The Farmers Alliance plans a cotton oil mill and fertilizer factory at Seneca City DC and an oil mill at Spartanburg DC. It labels this move the best plan to squeeze the Standard Oil Trust and urges public unity to break the trust and paint towns red.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers? Alliance
Seneca City
D. C
Spartanburg
Standard Oil Trust
Alliance
Banner Journal Rebrand Refuses Hyphens in Name
The editorial note rejects the hyphenated paper name Watchinin and declares the publication will simply be called the Banner. It argues to drop the prefix and keep a single, strong title reflecting the paper’s heritage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Banner
President Harrison’s removals mark a steady policy
The article notes Harrison has made about twelve thousand removals since March 4. It argues his traits include consistency, claiming his promises and actions do not align and seem unrelated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Prominent Republican Predicts New York Loss for Harrison
A noted New York Republican said in Washington that if the presidential election were held again tomorrow Harrison would lose New York by 50 000. The remark hints at internal GOP divisions and political timing ahead of 1892.
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New York
Washington
Harrison
New York State
Dissatisfaction Among North Manufacturing Workers Grows
Widespread discontent among northern factory workers over wage cuts. Employers are lowering pay in many plants and notifying workers of reductions that will take effect soon, sparking concern across the sector.
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North
BiiMINGHAM's New Hotel Sold for Less Than Cost
The unfinished BiiMINGHAM hotel, with $350000 already spent, sold last week for $173000. The note adds that if half that sum had been used to build a hotel in Athens Georgia, its developers would not have faced such a calamity.
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Biimingham
Athens
Legislature Opens Session in New Capitol on July 3
The Georgia Legislature will convene on July 3 in the state’s new Capitol building. Lawmakers assemble to begin annual duties amid ceremonial events and policy discussions.
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Georgia
New
Capitol
Georgia News Notes On Bonds And Gubernatorial News
The Macon Telegraph notes farm mortgage figures at four dollars per acre in the state. Ex Senator Manson may run as the Republican candidate for Virginia governor next year. A New York sale of eight million dollars in 24 percent bonds fetched a premium. Georgia sheriffs plan a July 10 convention in Atlanta to discuss improving the enforcement of criminal laws.
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Sisterhood of
Congress
Namisoy
House of Representatives
Macou Telegraph
Mindis
Sexaron Manose
Virginia
New York
Athens
Sheriffs of
Georgia
Atlanta
McDow Tax Trial Set This Month in Charleston
Dr. McDow faces a tax trial over the killing of Captain Dawson in Charleston this month. Critics accuse the juror panel of bias aimed at helping McDow during the proceedings. There is mention of a broader press controversy surrounding the case.
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Dr. McDow
Captain Dawson
Charleston
McDow
Leavenwoth
Kan
Agate
Cronin Murder Mystery Draws Irish Society Scrutiny
The coroner’s testimony yields no direct suspects in Dr. Cronin’s death but reveals powerful enemies within Irish societies. Clan na Gael groups dismiss involvement yet may fund 25000 to aid the search for killers. The Cronin case is seen as reflecting on a broader Irish cause and leadership.
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Cronin
Ifis
Clin-na-Gael
Chicago
Philadelphia
Clanna Gael
Dr. Cronin
Hall's Catarrh Cure payment oath and testimonials
Frank J. Cheney swears as senior partner of F.J. Cheney & Co. the firm will pay one hundred dollars for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary public A W Gleason witnesses on December 6 1886. Also notes Brown health, Macon Atlanta railroad cross, Carter's Little Liver Pills praise, and Dr He McDonald farming comment.
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Pe Topas
Cnatin
Egyeritiendak Sbttiont
Jaeonslas
Athpuss
Bowes
University
Iehu
Roves
State of Ouro
Toledo
Lucas County
5. S
Frank J.cuenry
F. J. Cuventry & Co
Hall
Frank J. Cheney
N&y
A. D
A. W.gleason
F.J. Cheney & Co
Foledo
O. Q
Central
Macon
Atlanta
Carter
He McDonald
New York
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Boses
Rice
Enso
Oly
L. M. Terrett
Free Masons
Grand Institution
Auburn
Senator Brown
Ayer
G. C. Brock
Lowell
Mass
Eugene I. Hill
M. D
Sixth Ave
Mr. Cutler
Cutter Brothers & Co
Boston
Dr. J. C. Ayer & Co
ARITA
Gorquerga
Drozglete
Sre
S. A. Richmond
Hervine CO
Drugeists
Carters
Abe
Montgomery Ward & CO
Michigan Avenue
Standard Weeon Company
I. CL
Atwater
Fanuineurers of
McLear & Kendall
P.O
Constitution
Maddox
Athens Steam Planing Mills
Hancock
J.S. Schofield & Sor
Macon, Georgia
Theo
Mark Walter
Broad Street
Lower Market
Augusta
South Carolina
Adda
Atathens Cemetery
Domestic Sewing Machine Company
Richmond, VA
Foundry
Machine Works
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