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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1892
Page
6
A rural Athens column recalls an Indian arrow head found near Tippecanoe and a mill bench tied to summer-compliance debates. It notes the Alliance removal, a depot talk, and local politics including cotton receipts, congressional rumors, a triangular senate fight, and a law firm change with Rev Bernard taking over.
A fragment notes appreciation for a remedy called Vime of Taylor's Cherokee Remedy of Sweet Goo and Mullion praised by Elder P. Mawkine of Cuw ming Ox for a deep seated cough.
A county farmer guides a reporter through a dawn trek fearing a thief and finds only an unformed egg, sparking a tale of luck. Also includes ads for piles cures, bank building progress, and community club notices in Athens area.
A passenger train near Woodville was struck by a large stone aimed at the Lucy Cobb Institute girls, smashing a window but causing no injuries. Captain Hutchins reported the incident to authorities. the assailant remains at large as officers search the area.
Mr A W Watson of the Southern Express Company leaves his room after weeks of confinement for a broken leg yet to fully regain his work capacity. In another item, Patrolman Baye arrested John Crockett for stealing meat and flour from Mr M B McGinty and he was sent to the county jail for trial.
A satirical column offers exaggerated guidance on manipulating husbands, using cooking metaphors and warning against extreme methods. The piece promotes jewelry bargains from Skiff He vencise with wedding and engagement rings and cash sales.
A February 3 service at St. John’s Methodist Church in Avcuera Ga featured a sensational sermon by Rev W Wadworth attacking a local press editor. Editor Bayne of The Chronicle responded with a plan to publish a retaliatory poem, sparking a charged exchange with the congregation applauding and then silencing as Wadworth urged decorum. The dispute centers on Bayne’s Lay Ser editorial and Wadworth’s sharp rebuke.
The Clarke Rifles held an Armory meeting electing L D Sledge as captain and C J Owen as vice captain to replace the resignations of J C Metl and J H Beusse as second lieutenant. The unit plans drill practice and aims for thorough training in farming method mastery. The vote was unanimous in favor of Sledge and Beusse.
The letter corrects a false report that the Pruitt residence in Banks County burned. It states the house and contents were owned by Dr W P Harden at the time, while Mrs Wy Pruitt had no role in the fire. Local residents Willian Purcell John Be McGinnis Dean Owens and Mrs Branham were noted in town with various items including a piano at the Methodist parsonage.
An old advertisement promotes Brandreth's Pills as a natural remedy for skin eruptions boils ulcers and fevers. It claims quick cures for long standing ulcers prevention of diseases and safety due to vegetal ingredients. The copy emphasizes timely use and general health benefits.
Albany Feb 22 Special The New York Democratic convention opened amid strong enthusiasm. Delegates discussed the platform supporting gold and silver asmoney, tariff reform, and relief for the masses. Richard Croker and others urged unity to defeat Republicans in November.
In Augusta on February 21, Rev W W Wordsworth condemned secular press during a St. John’s Methodist service. He attacked The Chronicle and its editor J C Bayne over an editorial poem offer prompting a sharp exchange amid applause and later silence.
Cable dispatch reports Enriquez revolt crushed and his death as Guatemalan legation cites consultations on cabinet formation. Editors debate dissolving the chamber to gain a solid majority amid church state issues. U.S. minister Reid delays resignation pending treaty vote. James Whitcomb Riley sued for $600 by Luther Benson over a 1878 debt. miner explosion in Craig coal pit kills one and injures ten near Aberdare Wales.
The Mayor and Council of Athens propose issuing 125000 dollars in water works bonds to fund a new system or upgrade the present one. An election is set for March 10, 1892 with ballots reading For Water Works Bonds or Against Water Works Bonds. Voters must be qualified residents, with details on registration and polling places in the notice.
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