Horrible Locomotive Accident Near Sidney
An accident yesterday near Sidney involved a hand-car on the track and a freight train. Mr H Smith died instantly after being mangled in the wheels as he jumped clear. Engineer Gay son on the throttle acted to stop and brake but could not avert the crash. The death is reported as not blamed on any party. body taken to Whitehall for burial preparations.
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Sidney
H. Smith
Gay Sonss
Mr. Smith
Whitehall
Trustees Meet at University of Georgia in Library Meeting
The University of Georgia board opened with 11 members present led by Chairman N J Hammond and Judge W H Fish, the new member. They reviewed routine matters and focused on the chancellor’s report. They expect to elect a successor to late Prof Charles Morris, weighing candidates Dr Harrison of South Carolina and Sylvanus Morris of Athens in what promises to be a lively contest.
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University of Georgia
N. J. Hammond
Measre
W. A. Little
N.E Burris
A.O. Bacor
H. D. McDaniel
JA. Billups
N. L. Hutchins
H. V M. Miller
A. T. McIntyre
A. L. Hall
A.j.cobb
W. H. Fish
Judge Fish
Benjamin P. Hollis
Americus
Charles Morris
Dr. Harrison
South Carolina
Sylvanus Morris
Athens
Floresce
Sanders
Clarke Superior Court
George Anders
Geo
Florence C Sanders
Hinton
Tif
Roceed Ag
Shalis Prertain
Neas
Sy B. Dutening
Mey
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Cours
CN ZO
Engineering Society publishes handsome annual at university
The University Engineering Society releases a bright annual from the Banner press. Edited by Prof. C J Sheffield with E B Eppes and B J Gantt, it features articles by graduates and current students on civil engineering topics. The illustrated volume reflects credit on editors, the society, and the university and is available at Mc Gregor's bookstore.
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The
University Engineering Society
Banner Press
Athena
Engineering Schoo
Engineering Society of
C. J. Sheffield
Mesars
E. B. Eppes
B. J. Gantt
McGregor's
Desperate encounter near Daxatsville ends with officer wounded
In Daxatsville Georgia Mr E C Williams a county resident confronted Bud Griffeth a powerful armed negro in a woods path near sunset He struggled to subdue Griffeth who broke free and fled as Williams was wounded The assailant held at least one rifle and the injured constable was taken to jail for treatment authorities describe Griffeth as desperate and the incident as serious with Williams injured and the suspect at large
Corpse Found After Night search in Black Woods
In Sidney a railroad accident involving a wagon carrying H. H. Smith's body led to a chaotic escape by a driver and a young relative of the deceased. The wagon toppled, the driver and companion were injured, and the body was dropped in a deep forest. A nightlong search recovered the corpse at 4 yesterday morning.
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Sidney
H. H. Smith
Superintendent Bond Advises Routes to Columbian Exposition
G G Bond writes from Chicago to Athens teachers and friends with travel tips for the World’s Fair. He endorses the E T V and G line for scenery, service, and fare, suggests stopping in Cincinnati, and notes hotel costs and dining options. He advises visiting Liberal Arts on arrival, riding the roof promenade, and hearing Theodore Thomas’s noon concert for a five day stay.
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G. G. Bond
Chicago
Athens
America
Georgia
Tennessee
Kentucky
Atlanta
Cincinnati
Zoological Garden
Exposition Grounds
Kimball Hotel
South Clark Street
Building of Liberal Arts
Theodore Thomas
Festival Hall
Resignation of North Georgia Agricultural College President
Colonel William S. Bassenger announces his resignation as president of the North Georgia Agricultural College, effective at term end. The board will fill the vacancy before September reopening. commencement sermon by Rev. W. A. Cartledge of Gainesville. address by Hon. Steve Clay next Wednesday. Governor Northen and other distinguished men expected to attend.
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Dantongan
William 8. Bassenger
North Georgia Agricultural College
W. A. Cartledge
Gainesville
Steve Clay
Northen
Allen replies to Huff card on assault matter
Editor Allen details a confrontation with W A Huff and his sons in his office after Huff demanded retracting articles in the Telegraph. He says Huff threatened violence, claimed revenge routines, and staged provocations, with no weapon present, while Allen and Price stayed calm and protected.
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Evening News
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Telegraph
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Mr. Huff
Mr. Price
Huff
Sam
Hoff
Oftea
Price
Sensational Divorce Battle In Georgia Firmly In Spotlight
At Atlanta June 15 sensational charges by the husband’s relatives inflame a high‑society divorce case. Ada Jackson Rawson, daughter of the late Chief Justice Jas Jackson, sues Sidney Rawson for abandonment and denies his fatherhood, claiming she bears their child. Rawson allegedly declares he was deceived into marriage. Details involve prominent Georgia families with public denials and three dramatic cards from Judge Hammond, attorney John T Glenn, and Capt. W D Grant.
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Ads J Rawsor
Mias Ada Jackson
Jas. Jackson
Georgia Supreme Court
Sidney Rawson
Georgia
Rawson
Chicago
Jacksonville
Ruiweon
Atlanta
W. D. Grant
Hammond
Jno
T. Glenn
Negro killed in Millen after gunfight with officer
In Mintex Georgia on June 15 Henry Johnson a colored man pursued Parnell the local officer with a Winchester. At Jenkins hotel Parnell ordered surrender but Johnson drew. Parnell fired striking Johnson 15 buckshot lethal. The incident follows a warrant for gambling and a long pursuit through town.
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Mintex
Henry Johnson
Edell
Henry
Winchester
Parnell
Ladies Garden Club to Display Prizes for November Exhibit
Preparations to surpass last year's show are underway as Athens ladies plan an extensive display of flowers and vegetables. Members will send samples to Baldwin Co. to showcase results, with many premium offers from merchants and individuals to boost Chrysanthemums, tomatoes, and other collections.
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Ladies’ Garden Club
Messie
C. W. Baldwin & Co
Columbus Bugay Co
J. W. Betts
Capt. McCulloch
E. I. Smith & Co
Joe Carlton
Joe Jacobs
Merchant of Atlanta
Ed Johnson
Athens
Eulalie at Niagara. Princess Arrives in Style
The infanta Eulalie and her suite arrived at Niagara Falls on June 16. Four young society girls greeted her in Niles with an autograph album and flowers before the royal party toured the hotel setup at the International. Carpenters hurriedly prepared rooms while florists arranged decorations. A police cordon stood by at the station as the party moved to the hotel.
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Infanta
New York
Cess
Open Midway Plaisance on Sundays Debate
In Chicago on June 15 the Midway Plaisance is questioned as not part of the World’s Fair. Courts may decide Sunday opening of the fair yet no action will occur until the injunction case finalizes. The Spanish infant’s building, a buff sandstone replica of Valencia’s 1487 Palace of the Bourse, stands among the grounds.
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Infanta
Washington inquest blames faulty work for disaster
In the continued inquest on the Ford's Theatre disaster, inspector Entwisle testifies the mortar and brickwork were poorly done and could have been prevented with authority. Architect Clark says floor weight stayed under safety limits amid rumors contractor Dant was crazed by the strain. Washington, June 16. The piece also notes a Treasury appointment and a Denver editorial on finance.
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Washington
T. C. Entwisle
Clark
Capitol
Dant
Danielsville High School Holds Finest Commencement Yet
The Danielsville High School commencement program featured a strong sermon by Rev. R B O England from Daniel xviii 8 and a keynote by Col. Thomas F Green of Athens on True Greatness The event showcased advanced students recitations and a closing program praised for talent and clarity The Barber band provided music and Prof J A Thomas and Miss Minnie L McDaniel led the school to high ranks in education with strong community support
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Fia
Danielaville
R. B. O. England
Hartwell
Emalier
Col
Thos. F. Green
Athens
J. A. Thomas
Minnie L. McDaniel
Danielsville High School
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