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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 28, 1893

Page

5

Central adds favor in Athens by Macon and Northern schedule change

The Macon and Northern changes its timetable effective Sunday March 26 with No 17 departing Macon at 7 40 a m and arriving Athens at 12 10 p m. No 10 leaves Athens at 3 10 p m arriving Macon at 7 45 p m. R L Moss Jr championed the switch aided by J C Harun and K L Moss Jr noting three hours for Athens trade and urging merchants to compare schedules and rates with other carriers. The Central road claims freight facilities match rivals and ends the Athens schedule dispute in the best interests of all.

Macon & Northern Athens R. L. Moss, Jr Savannah R. L. Moss Macon J.C. Harun K. L. Moss, Jr Dic Arid McMaster Road

Wonderful statistics on consumption and cough remedies

The article notes that deaths from consumption reach nine per thousand, lower than many other diseases at sixty three per thousand, stressing prevention of a slight core. It praises Taylors Cherokee Remedy of Sweet Gum and Mullein as a great medicine for coughs colds and consumption.

Aylor

Dr Henry C White Elected Fellow of Royal Chemical Society

Augusta Evening News notes Dr Henry C White of the University of Georgia and president of the State Agricultural College is elected Fellow of the Royal Chemical Society of Great Britain. The London Times lists White among distinguished foreigners honored for meritorious services to science with February 16th fellowship. The recognition marks international standing for White and Georgia science.

Royal Chemical Society of Great Britain Augusta United States P. Dunnington University of Virginia H.C. White University of Georgia Professor White Georgia

Castoria Recalled From City Advertisements

The fragment recalls Castoria as a remedy used across generations from infancy to parenthood. It notes a recurring attachment for mothers and children, referencing repeated administration and the product’s historical presence in households.

Ready 10 Move on Cuba Revolutionary Expedition

The press notes a Cuban liberation expedition from Key West aiming to free the island from Spain. A $12,000 fund funds war munitions and three dynamite cans are found with Cuban revolutionists. a revenue cutter is sent to Key West for possible swift action amid nearby revolutions. A filibustered mission and extra congressional session are hinted at in related dispatches.

Uffort Spain Key Wuer Fla Cuba Hawaii Honda- M4 Peru Key West

Missing Ida Young Prompts Athens Family Concern

Mr and Mrs Charles T Young of Athens fear for their daughter Ida a popular young woman who vanished after telling her mother she planned to visit Mrs Jones then attend prayer meeting. A note said she was safe and would explain tomorrow and a ticket to Atlanta suggests where she may have gone. The case is shrouded in mystery with rumors of a romance. her parents hope forthcoming developments will clarify the situation.

Charles T. Young Athens Miss Ida Miss Young Atlanta

Nominations Sent to Senate for Several Federal Posts

The president sent to the senate today a batch of nominations including John H. Seymour for Commissioner of Patents Silas W. Lamorenz for Commissioner of the General Land Office William H. Sims for First Assistant Secretary of the Interior Edward A. Bowers for Assistant Commissioner of the General Land Office Henry C. Bell for Second Deputy Commissioner of Pensions Horace H. Lurton for United States Circuit Judge Sixth Circuit Max Judd for Consul General at Vienna No Georgian named a landing and another anxious night follows.

Washington, D. C Senate John H. Seymour Connecticut Silas W. Lamorenz Wisconsin General Land Office Edward A. Bowers Henry C. Bell Horace H. Lurton Tennessee United States Sixth Judicial Circuit Max Judd Missouri Vienna

Bryan to Deliver Milledgeville College Commencement Address

Hon William J Bryan of Nebraska will deliver the commencement address at Georgia Normal and Industrial School in Milledgeville this session. Brought about by Hon W Y Atkinson of Georgia, Bryan rose to prominence last Congress with a notable tariff speech. The event is described as a historic moment for the college.

Wathington D. C W. Y. Atkinson Georgia William J. Bryan Nebraska Georgia Normal and Industrial School Milledgevile Bryan Congress Milledgeville Georgia Normal and Industrial College

Man killed in Georgia clash over plantation work

In Minneperville Georgia on March 22 a white overseer Charltom Lockhart was attacked and fatally injured by Ben Johnson a Black worker from Barnes plantation after a quarrel. Lockhart is dying. Johnson is jailed. In Attapulgus a report says Judge William T Newman may steer clear of the Redwine case due to family ties.

Minneperville, Ga Charltom Lockhart Ben Johnson Lockhart Barnes’ Plantation Johnson Attacts William T. Newman Redwine Pardee Wit Sna

Reichstag Drama Over Bismarck Charges and Papers

The piece reports heated Reichstag session energy as Altwaldt seeks to lay papers alleging fraudulent contracts with Hebrew financiers during Bismarck’s chancellorship. As deputies demand documentary proof, a committee is formed to review the documents after Easter, with further disclosures promised. Also notes health looks tied to vital organ strength and promotes Electric Bitters as a remedy.

Empero Bismarck Altwaldt Fur

Convictions in Paris bribery case and US minister news

In Paris Charles DeLesseps and others were found guilty by the jury in a bribery scheme involving ex Minister Baihant over a lottery bonds bill. Several co-defendants were acquitted or pled guilty as open court proceedings detailed the swindle. Meanwhile Ex-Senator Eustis is slated to become French minister, with plans to depart for Paris and retain Henri Vietend as secretary. The city council in Wassinetox approved 75000 for National Encampment G A R events, aiming for 100000 with subscriptions, while threats of court challenges to the levy loom.

Paris Charles DeLesseps Baihant Ween Biondin Marius Fontaine Ama Canal M. Sans-Leroy Beral Baron Reinsch Dugne de la Fanconneril Antonin Proust Eustis Wassinetox France Sieht Mapee Baste Bon Iy Henri Vietend Legation Vignaud Lai Playapouis G. A. Re

State Geologist Spencer Refuses to Resign Amid Board War

Atlanta March 22 Special The State Geological Board demands the resignations of State Geologist Spencer and assistants Whatly and Anderson. Spencer refuses, claiming board cannot oust him. Whatly and Anderson resignations to follow. A petition from Georgia gold belt residents urged Spencer's discharge as the fight continues. In Washington, D.C. Georgia applicants remain unchanged. Dismuke leads for Northern District marshalship, with Rucker, James, and Ellis in a close race. Abbeville shop plans announced: Georgia Carolina and Northern railroad to build a $110,000 plant, double prior estimates.

Atlanta State Geological Board Spencer Whatly Anderson Messrs Whatley Gold Belt Georgia Washineton D. C Fred Dismuke Rucker James Ellis Aubeville S. C John H. Winder Georgia, Carolina and Northern Railroad Abbeville

Selika Muegge’s Quiet Atlanta Wedding Revealed

March 22 ATLANTA. Selika Muegge, the German woman shot by her Italian lover Umberto Piantini in January, married John D. Pioda on Wednesday afternoon. Pioda, a prominent Italian fruit dealer, had long attended her. The couple’s family kept details private until now as the Piantini tragedy remains in memory. Also reported: Professor John R. Gray of Illinois Wesleyan University died at 85 from measles and pneumonia. Havana hosts the Columbus caravels Nina and Pinta, escorted by US ships Newark and Bennington, en route to New York for the naval review.

Selika Muegge Atlanta Selika Muegze Umberto Piantini John D. Pioda Piantini Broomme Havana United States Newark New York

Crew of Naronic possibly saved by passing ships

Liverpool officials report the last Naronic lifeboat seen by the Coventry carried Naronic crew members. White Star Line hopes they were rescued by a passing vessel as authorities weigh whether a direct collision or iceberg caused the disaster. The discovery of lifeboats confirms the Naronic sink, with full cause still uncertain.

Liverpool White Star Line Company Coventry Naronic White Star Oe Naronic

Eleven Indicted In Perry Crawford White Cap Case

Eleven well known farmers of Perry and Crawford counties Indiana are indicted for the murder of John Davidson of Crawford county. The White Caps gang terrorized the region for years. Davidson was tortured to confess about an alleged girl’s outrage but was found innocent. Otto Postenberg was convicted elsewhere. another member turned state's evidence leading to this indictment. Lawyers have been paid $5,000 to defend them.

Kentucky Owenz Bono Perry Crawford Counties Ind John Davidson Crawford County Annie Hannegin Davidson Faling White Cap Band Otto Postenberg Cannelton

Cleveland faults nepotism in strong speech

President Cleveland voiced firm opposition to nepotism after denying a western congressman's bid to appoint a relative. The episode contrasts with similar high profile cases, including Senator Peffer naming his daughter Nellie as committee clerk and Senator Reagan’s former secretary wife, provoking a Capitol sensation.

Cleveland Cleveland Repo Peffer Nellie Reagan

Breakup of Party Lines in Appointments Scramble

Washington March 23 The pressure from congressmen at the White House over appointments has fragmented the delegation system. Individual members push their own friends, breaking up former unity and letting private citizens present candidate names in hope their delegation backs them. The scene mirrors a shift in Washington politics with personal influence supplanting collective endorsements.

Washinton White House Sennog Sages Pitronnas

Uniform seed potato pieces yield better crop, Indiana study says

Experiments at Indiana station show size matters more than eye count. Pieces about 1 2 or 3 ounces produce more stalks and a uniform, higher quality crop, with similar results across pieces regardless of eye placement. Small pieces nourish a single eye. increasing eye numbers without enlarging piece offers no gain. Uniform cutting best promotes uniformity and yield.

Indiana Station

Leghorns Best For Business Eggs Says The Rural New Yorker

M Sumner Perkins argues Leghorns excel for practical farm work focusing on egg production. He notes carcass value is minor, claiming Leghorns offer at least four dozen more eggs annually than market breeds and even as fertilizer they prove advantageous. Farmers need premier layers. other traits are secondary.

M. Sumner Perkins New Yorker Jersey

Quiet daily talk with the Lord for growth in grace

A Christian guidance piece urges daily quiet talk with God as a motherly model. It encourages telling Him all daily events, joys, fears, plans, finances, temptations, and needs to foster near communion, strength, and spiritual growth through this intimate prayer.

Kittle Itfureu Christian

No Looking Back in Faithful Resolve to Succeed

A sermon urges decisive life change to pursue religious success. It warns that half measures doom souls and compares wavering to starting a steamboat without coal. The piece emphasizes severing worldly ties at the outset to avoid backsliding and achieve glory.

Heaven

Mount of Vision: Mothers Seek Strength and Peace in Faith

A sermon-like reflection on divine strength and peace from Psalm 29 11 stressing that true peace comes through God. It recounts a gifted mother who used the "Mount of Vision" to calm her nerves, guiding her household with patience, equity, and a Christ like spirit.

Jesus Streth

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