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A historic 1892 Georgia court record reports the execution date for William Johnson, a Black man condemned for murder. Judge Hutchins orders private hanging June 3, within a designated county location, with witnesses and medical oversight. A petition seeks commutation to life imprisonment amid ongoing court notes and local legal actions.
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DQ. A. & W. T. Mahoney Ve.g.c. & N. Railway Co
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Saw My Leg Off Song Sparks 32 Cal Firearm Incident
In a city district, a group of African American youths sang the University song gag Saw my leg off saw when a 32 caliber pistol ball shot through the air and struck a singer in the leg. The wound is painful but not serious, and no suspect is identified.
Nicholson Meeting Splits as Democrats Gain Ground
At Nicholson Georgia a rousing rally favored Democrats over third party aims. Capt Burnett and others debated Twitty who refused to open, while Burnett pressed questions about his record. Democrats gained ground as Twitty backed pension plank ambiguously amid later pardon and unrelated local notices.
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Pete Must Hang Avuanta April 30
Peter, convicted in Fulton superior court last fall and condemned to hang for murdering a woman he lived with as her husband, stirred local sympathy via a pitiful story in papers, while a fraud claim about sarsaparilla was vindicated as a worthless mixture sold at high rates.
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Prince Avenue Sees New Residences Planned
Local development reveals Prince Avenue will host new residential units. Plans outline multiple houses and townhomes with utilities and street access under city review. Community input sessions scheduled to discuss zoning, density, and impact on traffic.
Great Avenue of Athens to Feature Lovely Homes
The western portion of Athens gains a beautified avenue with new homes planned by Dr. Goss and other citizens. The Athens Park and Improvement Co. will offer lots via public outcry on May 10, with plots prepared in Bannzy job office. Investors view Prince Avenue as a key city artery and expect rapid value growth. Prices aim for easy terms, drawing numerous buyers eager for future gains.
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Drunkenness Is Curable Testimony From Atlanta Man
A Georgia man describes a lifelong struggle with alcohol, his Christian conversion, and relapse before seeking Keeley Institute treatment. Within three weeks of Gold Remedy therapy, he reports complete remission of appetite for whiskey and renewed family, church, and work life. He credits the institute managers and doctors for his recovery in Atlanta on October 31, 1891.
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Atlanta
Georgia
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Atlanta, Ga
Villagers Attack the Soldiers in Afghanistan Frontier
A Peshawar dispatch reports Afghan ameer troops stationed in three villages between Herat and Bamian have treated locals harshly. A West Virginia woman allegedly deprived of health and strength is now improving after hardship.
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Rumored Subtreasury Robbery Debunked in New York
Assistant Treasurer Roberts dismissed reports of a nightly robbery at the sub-treasury. He explained rumors arose from talk of large gold exports and a check raised from 78 to 878 by a retired soldier, noting any loss would be compensated if proven true.
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A LICK FROM THE SHOULDER The Augusta Chronicle Critique
The Augusta Chronicle cites a People's Party edition edited by Thomas E Watson criticizing Democratic papers. It accuses Atlanta institutions of spreading false reports to keep farmers from Democratic debate and urges readers to ignore third party leaders and read both sides to form informed votes.
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Faith and strength in a reading from heaven
A religious talk recounts Dr Doddridge’s memory of a low spirit moment when a cottage door opened and a child’s clear reading of "As thy days so shall thy strength be" brought a life giving renewal. The speaker cites Deuteronomy 33 26 27 and stresses God’s almighty support as the pilgrim’s shield.
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Loss of flesh warns of quick decline and remedy
A fragment discusses wasting and health, advising careful nutrition and noting Scott's Emulsion of cod-liver oil as useful. It mentions chemists and druggists, promoting the product as a general health aid available at stores.
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rysSouth Sth
The True Use of Wealth in a Divine View
A Southern Presbyterian essay argues wealth should serve noble ends. Wealth empowers discovery and achievement yet demands stewardship, regard for God, and a disciplined motive. It urges a consecrated financial life aligned with righteousness and divine Providence.
Life’s Lameness and the Character of Sin
A historical sermon fragment discusses sin as rebellion against God and humanity’s dependence. It argues independence is false, cites Adam’s error in Eden, and warns youth against rejecting divine authority, framing recovery only through understanding disease and seeking God’s remedy.
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Atlanta Mantel Co Promises Quality Furnishings
One of Atlanta's leading institutions, the Atlanta Mantel Co at 20 Doceur Street opposite the Ladies entrance to Kimball House, a Louisville Mantel Co. branch. goods manufactured in Louisville, guaranteed. Manager is Mr J Addey, Vice-President and Manager. Ladies visiting Atlanta invited to view comfortable chairs, mirrors, and the finest goods shown in the South.
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Kemp's Balsam Promises Quick Relief for Coughs
A garbled ad copy urges readers to try Kemp's Balsam for coughs saying delays worsen illness. It claims rapid improvement after the first dose and mentions a free trial size, though the text is cut and contains many errors.
Search for Theater Fire Victims Under Way
Pai La DELruis April 29 report on the Central theater fire search. Victim bodies found near the rear stair area as workers cautious of collapsing walls near The Times building. First recovered body identified as a woman, Flora Sere lla, lead dancer of the Devil's Auction company.
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Bloody Battle Expected as Murphys Hemmed In
Monroe county telegraph says the Murphy brothers are surrounded in a mountain defile by officers. Capture likely but risky as the desperadoes vow resistance to avoid hanging. Officers, angered by a prior defeat, expect a bloody clash if confrontation occurs.
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