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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1893
Page
4
Athens citizens urged to back a statewide normal school with a $1000 contribution this year. The piece argues Georgia lacks a normal college, cites scholarships and teacher retention, and notes impending fiscal forecasts drawn by Mr Foster. It stresses local support to establish a permanent state institution and fill teaching vacancies.
Secretary Charles Foster hands over the treasury to John G. Chale and declares the department near bedrock. He notes less than 2 million in gold beyond the reserve and about 29 million in balances largely offset by drafts, leaving the treasury bare except for gold. Carlisle can only dip into the reserve to resume bonds, not fund general expenses.
Sup George D Wadley backs tailoring the Macon and Northern timetable with Athens schedule adjustments to favor local interests. Traffic Manager W F Shellman handles the change as the board praises its diligent work and calls citizens to join and support the civic effort for Athens.
The Philadelphia Record notes Col. H. A. Herbert is barred from any U S Army post, yet leads the Navy. It argues the statute lacks justice and calls for repeal as Republicans approve rebel appointees like a rebel brigadier to the Supreme Court and a rebel colonel as Secretary of the Navy.
Washington dispatches claim Cleveland opposes re election of Speaker Charles F Crisp and favors Wil sn of West Virginia or McMillis of Tennessee as alternative. We doubt the reports and believe the President supports Crisp based on his solid record as presiding officer last session and his strong standing for re election.
The report on Cleveland and editor appointments is denied by the President. The piece surveys agricultural reform talk from Prof Waite and White, discusses cotton acreage versus food crops, cites a New Orleans view, and notes a divorce suit amid sensational items. It references pensions, Hawaiian annexation, novel news, and stage chatter about Edwin Booth and other theatrical gossip.
The column notes a remark that Cleveiuail’s cabinet includes big men with broadcloth and vested interests in wool. It cites Atlanta Journal asserting Democratic allegiance, and Hoke Smith’s reply about political returns from Washington. Augusta Chronicle mentions a Colorado ranchman’s fall and jokes about intractable honesty.
Frank J Cheney certifies his firm will pay one hundred dollars for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The notice touts internal action on blood and mucous surfaces and requests testimonials. Also mentions Republican officials in Indiana facing possible resignations amid Washington reports.
The Greene County paper moved to Crawfordsville last week while mule sales in Washington reach 3000 to 40000 dollars this season. Ownership shifts occur at Thomasville party works and Washington Foundry with a planned April public sale. Bank deals rumoured in Gate City and calls to rename Grady Codes to Hibernian Rivs. A fatal burn injures a poor woman in Wilkes County. Holley’s grocery in Brunswick burns with partial loss. Americus Bank of America presidency changes and land reclamation claims by Hill. A Richland wedding troisseau leads to a secret Columbus ceremony for Miss Forrester and Mr Herrig despite parental concerns. a May reveal is anticipated. Wardrobe purchases follow in Columbus.
An old advertisement urges readers to use Brown's Iron Bitters when feeling run down or fatigued. It promotes strength and vitality through a tonic claimed to fortify the blood and overall health.
Drs. J A Hunnicutt and D D Quillian purchased the Cohen property on Clayton Street for 4972 dollars. Griffith and Charbonnier, noted city real estate agents, conducted a well advertised sale with strong buyer interest.
Poem tribute from Wintherville Methodist Sunday School honoring Florie Johnson who died in 1893. The piece reflects on faith, heaven, and comfort for grieving parents, praising her devotion and charitable life while offering religious consolation.
The New York Sun mocks Georgians about cabinet selections. John Blackburn recalls Grover Cleveland warmly welcoming him in Lakewood and jokes about Hoke Smith and Georgia loyalty. A Georgia reader would see Cleveland’s strong attention to southern support.
Readable text fragment notes a focus on training leaders in an unspecified ore region with emphasis on character, discipline, and skill development within a program. No clear names, dates, or organizations are identifiable.
Fragmented OCR describes moisture related anal symptoms with severe itching and stinging. if untreated, swelling or tumors may form and worsen. Mentions doctors and treatment suspects but details are unclear.
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