Prize Fighters in Houston Under Sheriff’s Watch
The New Delta laments Houston authorities for treating a “glove contest” as a prize fight. Two boxers, Jack Kelly and Al Burke, fought with ring staff and spectators, leading to arrests and bonds. The piece praises Houston police for enforcing criminal statutes against the alleged toughs and their associates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orleans
New Delta
Houston
Tex
Jack Kelly
al Burke
New Orleans
Texas
Direct Trade Scheme For South Atlantic Ports
The article urges the South to pursue direct trade with foreign nations and recalls a recent Atlanta convention of Southern governors on direct trade. It notes a Georgia legislature charter for a company but questions progress and calls regional states to revive and accelerate the effort as southern ports prepare for direct overseas vessels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Atlanta
South Atlantic
Georgia
Atlantic Ocean
Confederate Widows Pension Law Lacks Funds In Georgia
The Georgia Confederate widows pension law is in force but funds are insufficient. The state must arrange to secure money and promptly meet applications. The article urges clearer instructions on collecting evidence of soldiers deaths and strict enforcement of the law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Eoldier
Bargain Blitz at Corner Store Sale Morning Run
Dramatic sale offers from dawn to noon with bulk discounts on 38 Jersey Jack ets and 860 yards of fabrics. Items include dress goods, bleached linen, spools, needles, shirts and coats at deep cuts. Limited quantities per customer across clothing, silks, and accessories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aspool
Farmers and Mr Cleveland debate silver and debt
The piece urges Georgia farmers to reject mortgage debt through home economy and the Farmers Alliance while weighing Mr. Cleveland as a potential Democratic leader. It analyzes silver question effects on farmers, noting Cleveland’s past stance and possible party loyalty versus personal opinion. The text discusses national Alliance views and farmer independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Polk
National Alliance
Setee
Cleo
Democratic Party
Congress
Watterson
Hill
Blair appointed minister to China replacing Derby
ANOTHER PROVIDED FOR. Harrison Send Dead Duck Blair as Minister to China. Wasuixatoy, Feb. 27. Senator Blair has been appointed minister to China, relieving Charles Derby, democrat of the old school, appointed by Cleveland. The Roads Prevent Much Cotton From Coming In The Tone of the Market Firmer. What is cotton doing? And what are the prospects for better Prices?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Duck Blair
China
Wasuixatoy
Blair
Charles Derby
Old School
Cleveland
Athens
Crawford A Growing Town On Athens Branch
Crawford on the Athens Branch, eighteen miles from Athens, has developed into a thriving community with a busy trade, new street luminaires, granite crossings, and a dozen local businesses. Notable residents include Mayor J L Jarrell and active civic groups like the San Souci Circle and Dramatic Club. The town hosts a Baptist church, a well-regarded school led by Prof A S Rhodes, and several merchants such as Martin Bros and Arnold Maxwell & Co. with extensive dry goods, furniture, and hardware stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D.M. Gaulding
Cuncimn
Crawford
W.s
Crawfod
San Souci Circle
Sociey
M. G. Little
Martin
Wilkins
Dramatic Club
Queons
Nights of Honor
Martin Broshall
Baptists
J.G. Gibson
J. F. Cheney
A.S Rhodes
Rhodes
Doyle Vradile
Ryle
Die. Moore
Martin Bros
W.O. T
J. P. Armistead
Armistead
Little’s
M. G. Lite
Harrison
Hrmon
Hermon
Sokely & Rowland
Rowland
M. Stokely
Athens
J. M. Stokely
Hargrove
War on dogs declared in Athens as frost ends
In Oglethorpe residents vow to fight the dog problem as Athens notes the frost will break soon and warm weather may arrive, promising a fruitful season ahead. The forecast predicts milder temperatures and a promising fruit year after the cold snap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oglethorpe
Athens
Also Mentioned on This Page
THE
Confederate Widows
MAX Joseph’s
Ciothea
Cuevoits
Cassimeres
Tod
India
Barlow
Columbu
Poland
Sterling
Tye
Uni
E.d
Garantee
Max Joseph
Alabama
Bob
Farmers’ Alliance
Empire State
Tae Banger
Cuanicotte
N.C
T. L. Seigle
King Cotton
Vermont
Barre
Goddard Seminary
William McDonald
Martin Reilly
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!