Incentive to Good Roads in Georgia Prompts Contests
The Athens Banner argues Georgia's move toward better roads gains momentum as convicts work on public highways and an Atlanta Constitution automobile contest spurs county road improvements. Clarke County is highlighted as a pioneer, with ties to regional road enhancement and commerce. The editorial defends faith against critics, asserting Christianity underpins stable government and civic virtue.
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Georgia
Atlanta Constitution
Clarke County
Athens
Milwaukee woman sues for divorce over sober husband
A Milwaukee wife seeks divorce alleging her husband’s sobriety as the cause. She recalls happy early years followed by his intoxicated fits, then sobriety that drove her to despair as the family faced instability and fear. The case draws national attention as an unusual ground for divorce.
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Milwaukee
Gavannah News
Wirz memory vindicated at Andersonville monument
The Wirt monument unveils at Andersonville honoring Henry Wirz, portrayed as a gallant Confederate soldier. Proponents say justice to his memory is overdue, while Northern critics accuse him of inhumanity. The text argues Wirz was not cruel and cites exchanges and efforts by the Confederate government.
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Wirz
Wirt
Andersonville
South
Daughters of the Confederacy
Jefferson Davia
Henry Wirt
North
Major Wirz
Savannah
No Use for Tonsils Discussed by Chicago Doctors
A Chicago group of physicians declares tonsils useless and argues for routine removal to prevent tuberculosis germs. The piece notes past calls to remove the appendix and questions wholesale tonsilectomies, asserting people can live normally with or without tonsils.
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Chicago
Color Line In The Capitol Sparks Southern Protest
An incident in the Capitol restaurant involving Vernon, a treasury registrar, and a black guest led to outrage from Southern congressmen. The Southern bloc threatened action after a chair was nearly used, prompting a protest to the Speaker. The piece notes broader editorial reactions on race coverage across papers.
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Capitol
House
Vernon
The
Treasury
Bishop C. B. Galloway Dies Revered Methodist Leader
Bishop Charles B. Galloway of the Methodist Episcopal Church South has died. A towering figure in Southern Methodism, he spearheaded church work across multiple regions. In Athens in 1897 he presided over the North Georgia Conference, leaving a lasting legacy admired by friends. Dr. James W. Lee of Atlanta called for offerings of flowers, saying many would bury the capital of Mississippi in beauty.
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C. B. Galloway
Charles B. Galloway
Methodist Episcopal Church South
Southern Methodism
Galloway
Athens
North Georgia
James W. Lee
Atlanta
Misalsaippi
Democratic Defection in Tariff Debate Reflects Partisan Tactics
The piece condemns Democratic senators for siding with Republicans to advance a high tariff. It argues this undermines the party’s pro revenue tariff stance and harms the broad public by rewarding selective protections. It calls for strict adherence to Democratic principles to foster national prosperity.
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United States
Senate
Democrata
Auditorium Fans Aid Athens Night to Build Big Hall
The Athens community salutes Rufus L. Moss Jr for funding a new 3000 seat auditorium on Clayton Street. The seventy by two hundred twenty foot facility will include waiting and reception rooms and on the third floor will be a city landmark to host Georgia conventions. Moss’s faith and investment promise progress and future growth for Athens.
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Athens
Rufus L. Moss, Jr
Beimg
Mesa
Clayton Street
Georgia
Mose
Moss
Florida moves to limit voting to white males
The Florida legislature has passed a bill proposing a constitutional amendment to disfranchise all non white male citizens, challenging the Fifteenth Amendment. The piece argues such an amendment would amount to nullifying the federal constitution and provoke state national frictions, suggesting legal avenues in the Supreme Court instead. The author notes the motive may be commendable but warns of needless conflict and no real solution.
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Florida
United States
Supreme Court of the United States
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement Ad
Athens Georgia citizen Miss Beasle Smith testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured her backache and fatigue after kidney trouble. She bought from Palmer & Sons and used three boxes, becoming well with no further issues. Ad touts Doan's Kidney Pills price sixty cents, Foaster-Milburn Co. Buffalo NY as sole agents.
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Athena
Athens
Dean
Beasle Smith
Dougherty St
Saya
Paina
Palmer & Sons’ Drug Store
Doan
Foater-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Five Million Dollar Judgment Against Harper
Cincinnati, May 17. A five million dollar judgment against EB L Harper, tied to the Fidelity National Bank collapse after his failed wheat corner, was offered for ease today. The judgment, the bank receiver’s last asset, marks the final chapter of a disaster that ruined hundreds and led Harper to bankruptcy and years in prison. It took twenty years to wind up the bank’s affairs.
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Harper
Cincinnati
EB. L. Harper
Fidelity National Bank
Lowers
Fidelity Bank
West Virginia
Good roads urged to ease Georgia transportation costs
Transportation by private conveyance weighs on Georgia households in towns and farms alike. The call urges universal promotion of good roads to reduce travel expenses and improve mobility across the state.
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Georgia
Holding Gottor For Thirty Cents In Cotton History
Monticello Georgia May 17 James T Lewis a retired planter and Confederate veteran remains the only man in the south holding cotton for thirty cents a pound grown before and during the Civil War He stores three bales and a half in Monticello and has refused many offers hoping to sell at 30 cents He advocates farmers holding cotton for fair prices and believes King Cotton will reach 30 cents again The piece also notes remedies for rheumatism and promotes Chamberlains Pain Balm with local sellers listed
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Monticello
Hay
James T. Lewis
South
Ilm
Lewis
Norse Observers Mark Norwegian National Holiday in Chicago
Chicago Norwegians celebrated Norway's 1814 constitution anniversary with two separate festivals due to liquor disputes. A school children’s procession in national costumes marched to Humboldt Park for exercises while events continued at Logan Square and Wicker Park. Speakers included Governor Denven, Professor Julius Olsen, and Dr. Halvdan Koht.
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Chicago
Ill
Norway
Humbolt Park
Logan Square
Wicker Park
Denven
Julius Olsen
University of Wisconsin
Halvdan Koht
University of
Whooping Cough Remedy Endorsed by Durand Resident
In February our daughter had the whooping cough Mr Lane of Hartland recommended Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and we found it gave entire satisfaction We commend it to anyone with children troubled with whooping cough For sale by H R Palmer & Sons On Drug Co Warren J Smith & Bro E C McEvoy L P Canning
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Chamberlain
H. R. Palmer & Sons
Orr Drug Co
Warren J. Smith & Bro
E. C. McEvoy
L. P. Canning
Lane
Hartland
Saya Mra
A. Goss
Durand, Mich
H. R. Palmer
Texas Saengerfest Opens In Galveston With Star Soloists
Galveston, May 17. Levers of music arrive for the annual Texas Saengerfest to be held the first three days of the week, opening with a grand en cort tonight. The program features the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and a grand chorus from German singing societies, plus several soloists of national fame.
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Galveston
Texas
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Reverend Williamson Endorses Foley's Kidney Remedy
Rev J W Williamson of Huntington Virginia writes that Foley's Kidney Remedy cures nervous exhaustion and kidney trouble. He testifies it restores health and strength to thousands, contains no harmful drugs, and is pleasant to take. Sold by all druggists.
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J. W. Williamson
LW. Williamson
Huntington, IV
Foley
Uniform freight classification discussed by national committee
In Chicago on May 17 the uniform classification committee of the National Association of Railway Commissioners began a meeting to seek nationwide freight rate standardization. Representatives from the Interstate Commerce Commission and several state railway commissions attend.
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Chicago
United States
Uniform Classification Committee
The
National Associaion of Railway Commissioners
Interstate Commerce Commission
Railway Commissions
Fads and Fashions of Interest to Ladies this Season
New York May 15 fashion notes emphasize nets and marquisette for blouses with varied net meshes in silk and cotton in grays and browns. Lingerie dresses gain color and embroidery including Richelieu and Chinese patterns. lace and embroidery combine in elaborate gowns. Shoes feature bronze and patent leathers with low heels. gloves stay varied, from long to short styles.
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New York
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