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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1901

Page

3

Rebellion in South America Affects Brazil and Chile

In Rio de Janeiro on March 11 officials deny monarchist plots while guarding against uprisings. The cruiser Almirante Barroso is sent away to relieve Tamayo amid fears of mutiny. Gen Ricardo Estevan is arrested in Montevideo for agitation. In Chile, the cabinet resigns and Liberals prepare to form a new government, with Senor Resco posing a challenge to Don Pedro Montt.

Rio de Jaxeto Almirante Barroso Te Santos Tamayo Ricardo Estevan Estevan Crnate Chi Valpanaiso Senor Resco Don Pedro Montt Errasuria

Seaboard Is Not Scooped President Denies the Story

President John Skelton Williams dismissed a New York report that Seaboard Air Line was sold to August Belmont and the Rothschilds. He called the tale idle and stated his group owns a controlling interest, with earnings and prospects strong, and pledged to hold and operate the line.

Williams New York Atlanta John Skelton Williams August Belmont Rothschilds Louisville and Nashville Seaboard System

Transfer of Engineer Kingman Rumored to Cleveland

Florence Alabama March 11 unofficial reports say Major Daniel Kingman chief engineer of the Tennessee river improvement will be transferred to Cleveland Ohio. His dam plan is blamed for defeating river appropriation and may halt Colbert Shoals work until next Congress.

Alabama Florence Ala Daniel Kingman Chattanooga Tenn Cleveland, O Kingman Tennessee River Colbert Shoals

Women and Kidney Trouble Prominently Noted in Ad

An advertisement declares kidney and bladder trouble affect both women and men, causing misery, weak vigor, and bed wetting in children. It promotes Swamp Root by Kilmer & Co. as a remedy available in multiple sizes, with a free sample and pamphlet upon request.

Dr. Kilmer &Co Binghamton, N. Y

Seaboard Interest in Birmingham Growth Rumor

May Buy the East and West from Cartersville to Pell City, Ala, with plans to purchase and extend to Birmingham. In other notes, Mrs Sarah Redricks of Seneca commits self harm, Emperor William reportedly improving, glanders suspected at Patterson livery stables, and Mrs HLV Barrow of Waprey paralyzed during church service.

Weat Binwincham Ala T. M. KR. Tallcott John Scott Seaboard Air Line Seaboard Birmingham Cartersville Pell City Alabama Asios Sprisos Patterson Auburn Charen Waprey HL V. Barrow

Boiler explosion devastates steam laundry in Madison Street

At about 8 10 this morning a boiler blast wrecked the Dorenias steam laundry on Madison Street near Throop, trapping about 80 workers under debris. Firemen battled flames as eight bodies were recovered and 25 were injured. others were missing. The blast shook nearby buildings and half the roof was lifted into the ruin.

Contesgo Dorenias Steams Madison Street Throop Rina

McLaurin Leaves Democratic Party in Washington

Senator McLaurin of South Carolina is removed from the Democratic caucus roll with his own endorsement. He has long voted with Republicans on political divisions claiming his conscience dictates his stance. He has now formally separated from the party and no longer declares himself a Democrat.

McLaurin Marty D. C Senator McLaurin South Carolina Washington Dispatch

Florida Imitates Kansas Prominent Woman Destroys Saloons

Mrs Hargreaves of Jasper Florida, a wealthy leader in the town under local option, armed with a hatchet, smashed jugs and bottles in a hotel guest room where wine and whiskey were hidden for a young society set. Her drastic act drew applause from many townsfolk as she carried wreckage to the street.

Jasper Jacksonville Fla Florida Nation Hargreaves

Blood Balm B B B promise cure for blood poison

The advertisement touts B B B Blood Balm as a universal cure for blood poison and skin disorders. It claims long trial and success for obstinate cases, offers a free trial bottle, and lists price for large bottles with complete directions, urging readers to write for free medical advice.

O.O Atlanta

Senate Confirms Nominations and Adjourns Sine Die

Wasmixctos March 9 The senate confirmed all nominations pending and then adjourned without day at 1 55 o clock in brief legislative session.

Senate

Nominees for treaty commission and officials named

The president sent nominations to the senate for the commission to enforce the Spain treaty article three. William Chandler Gerrit Deikema James Perry Wood William A Maury and William L Chambers named. William E Fuller to be first assistant attorney general. Also, army and navy promotions noted.

Spain Waintrotoy Senate United States William E. Chandler New Hampshire Gerrit J. Deikema Michigan James Perry Wood Ohio William A. Maury District of Columbia William L. Chambers Alabama William E. Fuller Iowa

Scandal Rumors Sweep Greenville Alabama Mines

Greenville residents allege a brewing scandal in Butler County with officials accused of unlawfully sending large numbers of men to coal mines on railroad charges. Citizens claim irregular convictions, lack of trial, and collusion to target strangers for profit.

Greenville Ala Butler County

Union Springs and Northern Railway Incorporation in Alabama

A certificate of incorporation for the Union Springs and Northern Railway company was issued by the secretary of state. Elected officers include President and general manager W. M Blount, secretary Serge B. Miles, and treasurer J. H. Eley. The line will run from Union Springs to Fort Davis in Mason county to connect with the Seaword Air Line, work to start soon.

Alabama Union Spathes Ala Union Springs and Northern Railway Company W. M Blount Serge B. Miles J. H. Eley Fort Davis Mason County

Increased Wages Continue Amid Miner-Operator Talks in Scranton

Coal operators move to avert a clash with workers by posting notices in Lackawanna and Wyoming valleys stating current wage rates will stay in force through April. Loomis of D L and W confirms a similar notice. Hillside Coal and Iron and others plan to follow. Pennsylvania Coal and Ontario and Western Railway slated to post notices early next week.

Scraxtox Rose Delaware and Hudson Company Lackawanna Wyoming Loomis Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company Captain May Hillside Coal and Iron Company Erie Pennsylvania Coal Company Ontario and Western Railroad Company

Wage Concessions Postponed Across Hazleton Collieries

In Hartztoy and surrounding areas Lehigh Valley Coal and Philadelphia and Reading Iron and Coal companies posted notices delaying wage advances. The 10 percent wage increase and concessions from November 1901 will be continued until a stated date in 1902, with local differences to be settled at each collieries.

Lehigh Hartztoy Lehigh Valley Coal Company Hazleton Philadelphia and Reading Porrsville Philadelphia and Reading Iron and Coal Company

Duel Fought in Winds Deputy Kills Cousin in Arrest

In West Point Georgia on March 9 a report says Marshall Hargett killed his cousin Alford L Whitten after Whitten resisted arrest. Deputy Sheriff F Whit Hargett, also a cousin, tracked them to a Chattahoochee mountain woods near Oo Pi a and fired after a warning. Hargett fell, and the deputy shot him dead in his tracks. Jury in Nation case at Wicarta Kansas failed to reach a verdict after deliberations on March 11.

West Point Marshal Hargett Alford L. Whitten F. Whit Haregett Chattahoochee Hargett

New Wash Goods Arrivals for Spring Wear

Display of latest ginghams percales chambrays chevriotts madras and zephyr cloths suitable for boys and ladies waists men and women dresses. Includes printed lawns battists or gandies dimities and silk finish foulards for early spring.

White Goods in Athens Store Offer

In Athens Battist Lawns Or gandies and Swiss the latest shipment showcases the largest and best stock of cheap, medium and fine White Goods. The assortment includes plain and fancy items, appealing to a wide range of customers seeking quality at value prices.

Athens

Dress Goods Brim Full of New Black Materials

Our stock is brim full of new things in Black Goods. We offer all weights and kinds to suit every need. Explore newest fabrics and textures available now.

Dawvison & Lowe's Oxford

Lace and Embroidery Stock Featured in Spring Line

The Lace and Embroidery Stock announces a busy season with a grand line of Spring Trimming. It presents an elegant exclusive array of bands insertions and edgings showing superb novelties.

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South America Moek Brazil Argentina Chillan Columbus Welborn Turner Jim Adams Seasion Decatur W O Bowers Louisville and Nashville Bowera Pulaski Carnegie Augusta Avavusta John A. North Young Men's Library Wannatra Joe Phillips Damascus Tarfmon New Orleas March W. HH. Laird Bedford Catter Conempia 8. C Seneca Sarah Redricks Inlaw George Hamilton William Beruts SUL Thomasville Herbert Smith Fort Leavenworth Kan Oria Kansas B.B.B DTT Aes St.Louis, Mo Wasmixotox Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad Pennsylvania Chesapeake and Ohio Mart Moh Onanag N. J Lexipox St. James Hague Jassy Wilhelmina F Hasleton Maeee White Goods Windsor Great Line Silk Dimities Dia Boya Panta
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