27 May 1890
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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1890
Page
1
A strongly worded Athens newspaper column denounces the proposed appointment of a Black postmaster, accusing wealthy white leaders of endorsing the choice to degrade the city. It condemns protests and warns loyal citizens against supporting the nomination while urging white unity and a response from the White community. It also critiques Congress for anti-democratic moves and endorses the Farmers Alliance as a counterweight to GOP power.
John Blasingame, son of C. P. Blasingame, nearly died after being bitten by a venomous spider while wading at Jack's Creek. He treated with tobacco there, then rushed to town for antidotes from Drs. Poore & George. He remained gravely ill for days but survived with medical help.
An old physician, retired, claims a vegetable remedy cures consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and all throat and lung ailments. He says it also cures nervous debility and nervous complaints. He will mail the recipe in German French or English free of charge to anyone sending name and stamp to W A Noyes 149 Power's Block Hhchester N Y.
Reports from St John’s Newfoundland and Hausfax Nova Scotia describe rising tensions after French outrages against fishing communities. Locals arm for defense while agents seek arms and ammunition for Newfoundland crews. Rumors say English warships may sail with sealed orders toward the troubled coast. Concurrent notes mention liquor agency plans in Athens amid prohibition debates and evolving enforcement challenges.
A lengthy critique argues the Alliance supports a sub treasury while urging careful study before rushing to any reform. It questions Congressman Yates and compares the plan to U S National Banking, alleging constitutional inconsistencies and favoring protections for farmers against speculation and extortion.
Reports from Oglethorpe and surrounding counties describe breaks of contracts by neviues for railroad work with daily pay from one to 1.25 dollars. A man named Williams rescued two women from the railroad camp after threats of renewed captivity. A confrontation near Middle Bridge involves a wagon driver and two white men with a negro laborer, ending without warrants due to lack of funds. Boom prospects hit Sandy Cross with surveys by Col. J. M. Smith’s team, while George Booth reports strong corn and cotton prospects across several counties. Dr. Bull's Baby Syrup is praised as a safe, mild remedy for young children. Laxador is advertised as a universal cure for malaria and liver issues.
Clarke county Alliance council in Athens endorsed Tol Lester for the Legislature amid mild opposition to his liquor views. Banner reports he is confident of victory, noting farmer majorities elsewhere and his claim to stand by his people. A separate note features a Dr Bull's Cough Syrup challenge and a Salvation Oil testimonial from J S Fox of Baltimore.
A guide to making decorative portfolios from Chinese and Japanese matting. It covers prep steps, materials, and assembly methods, including glue use, lining, pockets, and stitching limits. Example designs feature yellow satin lining and Chinese cash coins as embellishments.
News from Waycross Ga reports a lynching after a Black man allegedly kissed a Northern lady. The mob hanged him from a tree, then calm returned as the town’s fury subsided.
Bucklen s Arnica Salve touted as the best salve for cat and human skin eruptions and injuries with a money back guarantee. Athens firm Davison Lowe & Shepherd highlighted for dry goods and fashion items. Two young clerks from Kenny s tea store earned 15 000 from the Louisiana State Lottery after purchasing a single twentieth ticket.
The piece blends verses about a four leaf clover as a charm for love wealth health and fame with guidance on graceful stage walking. It notes Laura B. Starr Graceful Walking and quotes V Sheridan on poise, balance, and minimal foot movement. Also describes decorative uses of sapling twigs in art, frames, and small furniture items, highlighting inventive New York girls crafting from walking sticks.
A sensational Athens discovery reports a newborn infant found sewn in a sack and cast into the river. Two youths found another near the upper bridge driftwood with a strong stench, possibly dead before disposal. Police can’t identify perpetrators due to time in water. A second recent infant death is noted with police powerless to punish. The column also includes a teething syrup ad and news of a $70,000 defalcation by J. E. Cattel in Minnesota.
Cuaattanooga Tennessee May 24 1896 Lapanias Ground broken today at Kimball new town on the banks of Tennessee River Marion County Distinguishing citizens from several states attended Major Thomas president of Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis Railway company led ceremony with a flag hoisted atop a liberty pole on an Indian mound Professor Edward Hull and Professor J M Saora spoke Faress Ben Kimball chief executive of the enterprise highlighted vast industrial development and a future manufacturing center rivaling Great Britain and Germany The predicted sale of lots on June 10 11 and 12 drew optimistic expectations for a thriving settlement
Count Montereole was sentenced to six months in prison for libel against his wife Purta Pegia of Pitn, Pa. The case followed a boast of dauntlessness linked to a libellous circular. The court issued a sharp rebuke as the defendant faced confinement.
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