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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1892
Page
4
Two direct trade in articles from the pen of noted writers appear in this review, outlining practical guidance for merchants and readers alike. The items showcase clear, concise instruction and a muted, period-accurate tone.
Col I W Avery argues for Southern independence through direct trade with foreign nations. He cites booming exports, rail and iron expansion, and large gains in mills and manufacturing since 1880, urging concerted action to capture new markets and finance growth. Governor Norhen supports the movement.
An obituary memorial laments the death of Miss Lizzie Bradberry. The piece notes her beauty and grace, recalls the shock of her passing, and expresses faith in reunion and comfort for her grieving family as they face a lonely farewell.
The Survivors' Association asks Athens and Clarke county residents to submit names of relatives or friends who served in any Confederate unit or Navy, with unit details, to Secretary Epwin D. Newrox. Rosters from Clarke and Oconee include Carlton's Battery, Athens Guards, Mell Rifles, and more. roosters or rosters of several companies are sought for future historians.
The funeral for Miss Lizzie Bradberry was held Wednesday at ten in the morning at her parents’ home on Hancock Avenue, conducted by Revs. F McLeroy C W Lane and L R Gwaltney. The procession then moved to Oconee Cemetery where she was laid to rest amid prayers and tearful mourners. Palmer and Kinnebrew advertise the best line of French candies.
The old battle flag, torn and storied, travels from Culpepper to Cold Harbor and Gettysburg, carried by John Bostick at surrender. Captain H. H. Carlton recalls its history, its loss of two stars, and its gift to his son to teach rightful fight for principle.
The Georgia, Carolina and Northern reports brisk business as its second through train from Charlotte arrives in Atlanta. Pullman service begins May 1 between Atlanta and Portsmouth with elegant buffet cars. Connections at Weldon and Portsmouth link to Washington, New York, Providence and Boston. No rate war expected. inaugural trip praised by locals.
Tuesday afternoon a wedding was solemnized at the residence of the bride’s uncle John Payne in Franklin county. The groom was Mr C B Wellborn of the city and the bride Miss Trella Ginn appeared among Carnesville’s most charming residents.
A week of secret proceedings by the national silver committee in Wasatxeton draws twenty states and signals possible free coinage action. Teller Morgan Daniel and Sanders are named as active participants with talks of a May 24 Washington convention to push a free coinage plank or even form a third party led by the Farmers Alliance. Friends say Teller may accept a financial platform if major parties stay hostile. Cases: Wis man cured by Electric Bitters. Harrisburg man recovers from leg sores after remedies. Catawba man healed after one bottle Electric Bitters and Bucklen’s Amnic Salve.
A BayszR reporter visited Oconee cemetery to assess improvements and work done. The grounds show vast beauty with trimmed underbrush and well-kept graves though a few grass burns damaged some headstones. The sexton will keep fires within bounds to avoid future harm. Athens is praised as having Georgia’s finest cemetery if properly cared for.
Spring declares a mighty push of Nature as buds, flowers, and sunlight bloom. The text urges collective effort toward goodness and beauty, then praises Skiff the Jeweler for artful jewelry, silver ware, and diamonds reflecting this seasonal beauty.
Street Commissioner Barnett planned a test of the Water Works Company but it was blocked when the fire alarm sounded and W L Wood cut off the water per instructions. Officials ridicule the move, calling it evidence of noncompliance with contract terms.
Parr Bros have been awarded the contract to paint the First Methodist church. Work will start soon with outside walls in light stone color using oil paints. Inside to be frescoed and finished in fine style, making the church a handsome edifice upon completion.
New York dispatch reports Generals Barra and Cassanos with about 3000 government troops at Valencia and near Victorias, cut off from Palacio's main forces. Crespo's line stretches from Zina toward Victoria, with Valencia at Lake Valencia's western end. City clashes claim Gen Juan Quevedo and aide Jose Armes killed by Los Tegnes residents.
The report covers Senate action on a Stewart resolution requesting treasury details about silver bullion purchases and coinage costs, plus an army transportation proviso debate. It also notes congressional committee work on the diplomatic consular appropriation bill, and a series of local items from Dallas, Birmingham, New York, New Orleans, New York immigrant arrivals, Atlanta murder arraignment, San Francisco barn fires, Lexington store robbery, Rochester bank failure, and other brief notices.
The article reports on May meetings of State Farmers Alliances in Birmingham Alabama urging officers to unite actions amid a deep internal rift. It cites a circular stressing unprecedented cooperation to guide a national campaign, noting secrecy and the presence of invited alliance leaders as crucial to preserving the order’s future. It also mentions a separate Watson resolution on Pinkerton investigations and various other 19th century news items, including suicides, a fatal fist fight, and a rope trust note.
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