Denounced policy of Christian nations urged to end massacres
The May 13 General Conference session denounced Armenian outrages and called on Congress to pass a resolution authorizing the president to negotiate with European powers to prevent further massacres. The meeting discussed timing changes for the General Conference and considered a six year cycle to save time and reduce political anxiety.
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Cuevelas DY
Vincent Pouter
Europes
America
Irelamd
Congress
Congress III
Tate
Leonard
LA. Fisk
Detroit
Mich
Chaptain C. C. McCabe
Missionary Society
Whippe Boy Hanged After Lynching in Georgia
Waviness Ga May 11. Bill Hardee a Cuffee county Negro was hanged on a limb and his body riddled with bullets. W Dean turpentinist on the fore yard Hardee had cruelly flogged a young white boy.
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Whippe
Waviness
Bill Hardee
Cuffee County
W. Dean
APA Session Opens Behind Closed Doors in Atlanta Hope
The American Protective Association began its session with a single daily public session and afternoon committee work. President Traynor read the annual address while reports from O T Beatty and Jo Campbell were referred to committees for redaction before public release. Press access failed after a motion defeat, and interest centered on the advisory board’s stance toward McKinley and the vice presidency bid for Linton. Atlanta and Baltimore vie to host the next convention, with W Echols seen as a potential presidential candidate.
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Washington
Supreme Council of the American Protective Assolation
Traynor
Supreme
O. T. Beatty
Chicago
Jo Campbell
Minneapolis
DeWolfe
Boston Standard
McKinley
Linton
Michigan
W. Echols
Baltimore
Russian Warships in Chinese Waters Reach Port Arthur Threat
A Shanghai dispatch reports protest from British and German ministers in Peking over Russia’s Chee Foo occupation. The Russian squadron may rendezvous to seize Port Arthur or Kincho Bay when instructed from St Petersburg. The piece notes commercial skepticism about the Chee Foo incident tied to land sales by Ferguson & Co and a Russian government subsidy via the Russian Steam Navigation Co. Encampment of the Ohio G A R in Columbus begins May 18 with Major Charles Townsend presiding. National Commander I N Walker set to attend. Southern textile manufacturers meet in Atlanta with temporary leadership chosen and plans for a constitutional committee. A Letcher County shooting kills J Hall and wounds Bolling during an arrest attempt. Mrs. Watt’s Glasgow divorce suit draws bar attention. Benjamin Harrison McKee, grandson of General Harrison, is seriously ill at Samatoca Springs. An American, Boupa-Pesta, receives an honorary medical degree in observance of millennium celebrations. Senate defeats Gorman amendment barring harbor bill excesses.
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London
Shanghai
Peking
Russia
Chee Foo
Kincho Bay
St. Petersburg
Ferguson & Co
Russian Steam Navigation Company
J. Smith
Young Man Melton Taught School in Key West Before Cuba Fate
Orna Melton, one of the five condemned from the Competitor expedition, is known in Key West where he taught school last fall. The Cuban war and safety papers drew him to report from inside insurgent lines. His father, D. W. Melton, was a Confederate lieutenant. Spain delays verdicts, considering transfer to Madrid for possible revision. French papers criticize U S attitudes. Confederate veterans protest.
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United States
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Fila
Orna Melton
Havana
D. W. Melton
Florida
Arkansas
Young Melton
Cuba
Melton
Aurora
Ark
Cure for Consumption Exposition by Dr Shepard
Map of Higin Illinois reports a new inhalation based cure for consumption by Dr W A Shepard. A cylindrical device 20 inches high, seven inches wide, with two compartments claims to deliver healing remedies into diseased lungs. Reported cure rates claim 100 percent in early cases and 75 percent in second stage, with testimony from scientific figures and local officials backing the claim.
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Higin
Ill
W. A. Shepard
Ea Ney
Cr Spoenthe
Wilcox and
Bown G
Third Annual Congress Opens in Kansas City
The International Divine Science Association holds its third annual congress in Kansas City with nearly 200 delegates from almost every state. Speakers include Susie Clark Mary Le Wrench Eva Huling Carrie P Darlington and E A Sheldon. attendees include Mrs M E Orisco and other scientists from across the country.
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International Divine Science Association
Kansas City
Susie Clark
Mary le Wrench
Grove
Ills
Eva Huling
Carrie P. Darlington
Stockton
Cai
E. A. Sheldon
Hartford
Conn
de National
M. E. Oraisco
Illinois Humane Society to prosecute bicycle ride by children
The Illinois Humane Society warns fathers uncles and brothers giving children bicycle rides will be prosecuted. Officials cite risk of brain injury from rapid motion and collisions, aiming to shield kids from harm. May 18 notes and other items follow from various cities including New York and San Francisco with updates on public figures and regional incidents.
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New York
John J. Walsh
Joli Farr
Luke Bowen
Johnie” Houlihan
Nolal
Muusiushter
Nolan
Teaudins
Houlihan
Humane Society
Cxtenco
Illinois Humane Society
Japan as a Factor In the Commercial World War Vessels Trade
San Francisco May 18 passengers on the steamer China include General G B Williams of Philadelphia and George W Dickie of this city both connected with major shipbuilders. They report Japanese naval contracts under consideration though no awards yet. Copman of Standard Oil says Japan will be a major commercial rival to Europe, forging ahead in industry and naval construction. Minister Dun, US envoy to Japan, arrives for vacation.
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New York
Herald
Havana
la Union Constitucionale
Praupely
Madrid
Nis
Meral Williams
eBay
Ny Nggabers
Americip
Feell Peat i Atte
Mie
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China
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Itrada
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Europe
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Mr. Dun
Examination for Assistant Surgeon in Marine Hospital Service
On June 15 candidates in Washington will be examined for the position of assistant surgeon in the United States Marine Hospital Service. Applicants must be 21 or older and under 80, graduates of a reputable medical college, and provide testimonials. Vacancies are filled by merit, with one vacancy at present. Successful candidates are commissioned by the President and, after four years and a second expedition, promoted to past assistants and then surgeon, as vacancies arise.
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Washington
United States Marine Hospital Service
United States
Indicted for Forgery in San Francisco Trial
San Francisco May 18 grand jury returned true bills against two men unnamed so far. Indicted are Charles Brecker nicknamed the Prince of Forgers and James Creegan. A jailhouse informant testified to the grand jury and received promised immunity from the district attorney in exchange for cooperation.
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Charles Brecker
James Creegan
San Francisco
Millionaire Walter Hobart Weds Hannah Neill Williams
In San Francisco on May 13 Walter Hobart a mining millionaire and famed horseman wed Hannah Neill Williams niece of Brigadier General J Forsyth US commandant. The ceremony linked two prominent families in a suburban town setting. A separate note from Coxcord North Carolina on May 18 reports a 4 pound chunk of gold found on Reed vein farms, indicating notable ore discovery during local work.
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Walter
Hobart
Hannah Neill
Williams
Dance W. W. Williams
U's. N
J. A Forsyth
U. S. Ou
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E Suburooo
Coxcord
N. C
Reed Nese Pees
Republicans Adjourn After Backing McKinley and Gold
Ourl Republicans adjourn after voting for McKinley and sound money, with four delegates elected to the national convention. Chauncey L Filley of St. Louis remains its chairman as the Missouri convention closes in a noisy session after a late-night adjournment.
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McKinley
Chauzhou L Filley
St. Louis
Filley
F. G. Niedringhaus
William Warner
City
J. H. Bothwell
Byrd. Duncan
Bute County
Charles F. Gallenkamp Franklin
H. R. Williams
Greene
Charles P. Covington
Pike
Major Warner
Chauncey Fiiley
State Central Committee
National Committee
R. 0. Kerrins
Georgia Dairymen Set August Meeting in Macon
The Georgia Dairyman's Association plans an August meeting in Macon. Athens members are urged to attend with aim of electing Athens as the next meeting site. The event includes dairy product exhibits and premiums, led by Capt. R. E. Park of Macon who invited the gathering.
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Macon
Athens
Dairyman’s Association
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Georgia Bankers Convene in Augusta May 20 21
The Georgia State Bankers Association holds its annual convention in Augusta May 20 21 with G Gunby Jordan of Seema as president and L C Hayne of Augusta as vice president. The meeting at Masonic hall includes a barbecue at the Locks on the 21st and local bankers will entertain visitors. No Athens bankers are connected with the state organization though most other banks in the state are represented.
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Georgia State Bankers’ Association
Augusta
G. Gunby Jordan
Seema
L. C. Hayne
Masonic Hall
Iocal
Athens
The Finer Grades Textile Meeting in Atlanta
The Southern Textile Manufacturers Association meets in Atlanta to discuss masking finer fabric grades in the South. It is hoped the initiative proves feasible and expands southern dominance from coarse cloths to finer cotton fabrics, potentially securing a near monopoly in manufacture and raw materials.
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Atsertion
Sesion
Atlanta
South
Crowded Clarke County Race Sees Many Candidates
A lively political scramble fills Clarke County as Judge Herrington seeks renomination, Judge James R. Lyle announces for the legislature, and Dr Edwin D Newton enters on a silver coinage platform. Other hopefuls, including Hon T S Mell and Judge George C Thomas, canvass voters while Democratic registration lags.
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Judge Herrington
Hannial
Democratic Party
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Edwin D. Newton
T.S. Mell
Juige George C. Thomas
Howard Lawson Debate Opens Madison County for Howard
Danielsville May 12 Special The joint debate between Hans Lawson and Wm M Howard opened in the county courthouse with strong attendance. Howard spoke first and last, delivering calm clear lines that won applause and impressed observers. Supporters from neighboring counties left convinced he can handle debates statewide and Madison County backs him for Congress.
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Thomas G. Wson
Wm. M. Howard
Ila
Five Forka
Comer
Carlton
Mr. Howard
Judge Lawson
Ard
Sadge Lawson
Howard
Court House
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Congress
Mr Mitchell's Death in Athens NF Brooklyn Visitor
Mr John Mitchell of Brooklyn died after six months in Athens seeking health improvement. He had stayed with his brother in law D W McGregor in Athens. He sank yesterday and died at noon. Funeral today at ten at McGregor's Milledge avenue residence. Interment at Oconee cemetery. Bereaved relatives receive many friends' sympathy.
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Brooklyn
Athenta
D. W. McGregor
Mitchell
Mr. McGregor
Milledge Avenue
Oconee Cemetery
Athens
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