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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1899

Page

5

Mayor Walsh Buried in Elaborate Augusta Funeral

Thousands attended the funeral of Hon. Patrick Walsh ex senator and mayor of Augusta Ga with post office and businesses closed. Governor Candler praised Walsh’s character as bishops and civic groups joined a long procession from St Patrick’s to the cemetery. Telegrams of condolence poured in from New York to Florida as the city mourned its distinguished leader.

Augusta Patrick Walsh United States Grant Candler Order of Hibernians Knights of St. Patrick Sacred Heart Cadets Benevolent Order of Elks Richmond Academy Bishop Becker Georgia Walsh United States Senate Atlanta St. Patrick’s Church New York Florida

Mrs. Calhoun Injured in Windsor Hotel Fire

Mrs. Andy Calhoun of Atlanta, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. John W. Heidt, suffered shock in the Windsor Hotel fire in New York and was carried to a city hospital after not being in the hotel itself.

Windsor Hotel New York Andrew E. Calhoun Atlanta John W. Heidt Calhoun Windsor New York Hospital

Col Bain to Lecture Here for City School Library Fund

Col George W. Bain will lecture at the opera house on March 31 to benefit the city school library. Supt Bond notes Bain is a leading, entertaining speaker with a broad list of subjects. A Dayton Press quotation praises his eloquence and impact. Also mentions Dr Sawyer’s Ukatine and Prickly Ash Bitters from Warren J. Smith & Bro and H. R. Palmer & Sons.

Bond George W. Bain Opera House Col. Bain Golden Gate Sam Spain Dayton Ohio Bright Dr.Sawyer Warren J. Smith & Bro

Cured by Cuticura for eczema afflicted children

Annie Ring of New York describes her three children suffering eczema for twenty months. After trying many doctors, initial relief came from Cuticura. fourteen days of treatment cured the worst cases. The ad claims Cuticura as a cure for eczema and provides testimonial context.

Annie Ring E. 13Th St N.Y S.eer

No Vote For The Negro In British Debate

London report notes Joseph Chamberlain opposing universal enfranchisement for the West Indies and warning that Transvaal grievances have not been resolved. He cautions there is no justification for an ultimatum or war at present. The piece closes with an advertisement for Dr. Sawy ers Wild Cherry and Tar by Warren J. Smith &

London House of Commons Joseph Chamberlain West Indies Chamberlain Port of Spain Trinidad Colonial Office Transvaal Kruger Sawyer Warren J. Smith & Bro

Lost His Life Drowned Near Rome While Rafting Logs

In Rome Georgia on March 21 Hunter Penticost a Black man was drowned after his raft overturned while drifting logs on the river near Rome. A planter’s Cuban Oil ad promotes cure-all uses for cats burns bruises rheumatism and sores priced at 25 cents from Bramby Drug Co.

Rome Hunter Penticost Hunter Bramby Drug Co

Herschel Buried at Westminster Abbey in London

Funeral services were held at Westminster Abbey for Baron Herschel who died in Washington on March 1. Eight interred yesterday, with the late baron’s remains laid to rest in the historic church amid London’s ceremonial rites. Also mentions TEA cures digestive issues and liver regulation, sold by Brumby Drug Co.

London Baron Herschel Washington Westminister Abbey Brumby Drug Co

Jerry Simpson Sees Money Question Declining in Campaign

In Wichita on March 21 Jerry Simpson anticipates the 1900 Democratic campaign will oppose expansion and anti trust while the money question takes a back seat. The report notes his town visit and remarks on the campaign direction.

Wichita Kans Jerry Simpson

Five Children Dead in Kansas House Fire Murder Case

Hutchinson March 21 a coroner reports five children found dead in a burned house after police arrest John Moore the father on murder charges. Fireers discovered deep skull dents and neck wounds on all but one child while neighbors recall the father’s odd conduct and escape during the blaze.

A Hard Kicker Makes Reputation on Clayton Street

On Clayton Street a horse kicked a buggy to pieces after slipping on brick pavement near College Avenue. The two men riding were unhurt though startled. The animal then struck a post outside Phinizy’s shoe store and paused on the damaged dashboard. Authorities took the horse back to the livery for handling.

Clayton Street College Avenue Phinizy

Wedding in a buggy on Prince Avenue

A couple, Mr. T. F. Tidwell and Miss Beulah Jonas, married by Judge James F. Foster beside a Prince Avenue buggy after license validation. The ceremony occurred without a courthouse voyage, with the judge officiating in brief, impressive fashion.

T. F. Tidwell Beulah Jonas James F. Foster Court House Prince Avenue Mr. Tidwell Judge Foster

Atlanta Gets Troops Camp Plan Near Atlanta

Washington reports Secretary Alger will keep summer camps for U S troops in southern states with one camp near Atlanta. Georgia quarantine rules must adapt to military needs. About 15 000 soldiers may be stationed at one camp with daily shifts and changes expected.

Washington Alger United States Atlanta Georgia

Peru na testimonials and mucous membrane overview

Letters from Mrs. Colonel Hamilton and Mrs. Margaret Dauben praise Peruna as a health booster for women. The article explains mucous membranes and catarrh, noting congestion in any organ causes health issues. Annie Wyandotte and Nancy Dougherty share recovery stories attributed to Peruna and related remedies.

Colonel Hamilton Dr. Hartman New York City Star Annie Wyandotte Nancy Dougherty Kitsimee City Fla

Peruna ads feature testimonials from Miss Clara Stoecker and Mrs Margareth Fritz

Miss Clara Stoecker of Pittsburg Pennsylvania reports chronic catarrh relief after using your treatment for catarrh and recommends Peruna to friends. Mrs Margareth Fritz of Wilcox Oklahoma credits three bottles of Peruna and Manalin for recovery from a four month blood flow issue after doctors failed to help. An article invites readers to have Dr Hartman call, offering free treatment directions from his Columbus Ohio institution.

Clara Stoecker Miss Stoecker Pittsburg Pennsylvania Dr. Hartman United States Hartman Columbus

Wood imposes meat price reduction in Santiago de Cuba

General Wood, as military governor, sets meat at 25 cents a pound in Santiago de Cuba after meeting aldermen and butchers. He orders fair pricing for vegetables and other foods, citing wartime losses and the need to protect customers. The move signals a strong American administrative influence and restored public confidence.

Wood Rough Riders Santiago de Cuba

Senator Hanna Helps Desperate Iowa Widow in Arlington Corridor

The New York World recounts an Arlington corridor meeting where Senator M A Hanna consoles a shabbily dressed woman seeking a census office job. He explains he cannot assist all in need but offers to review her case in his office the next morning. He laments daily pleadings he endures.

New York World Senator Hanna Washington M.A. Hanna Arlington Iowa Merriam Hanna Ohio

Ethical Advertising and the Bulletin Debacle

A tall physician disputes a stranger who offers to attach promotional lines to medical bulletins saying such bullets are not advertisements. The stranger insists on using Bulger's Blood Bitters to bolster disease fighting claims, while the physician denounces the idea. The scene ends with the caller storming off amid accusations of misbranding.

Bulger

Threshing Machine Trust Nearing Consolidation in Marion

In Marion Ohio March 21 the threshing machine trust moves toward completion as Huber Manufacturing may be secured by option tomorrow evening. President Eber is opposed to selling yet sufficient stockholders favor the deal to finalize the arrangement.

Marion Huber Manufacturing Company E. ‘Ber

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H.R. Palmer & Sons Mayor Walsh H. R. Palmer & Sons DeWitt Andy Calhoun Col. Geo. W. Bain Negro Herschell Littee Ely Mall M. A. Simprons Nary Alger B.B.B Fair Women Peruina Peruna Pipteenth ST Jackson Ave Kansas City Woo Ethical Advertising Sea Simmons
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