Tribute to the South and Georgia politics in Athens weekly
The piece criticizes Northern hypocrisy over Southern appointments and defends Georgian influence in state affairs. It discusses professors for a new institution, press influence, and public sentiment about Civil War era figures including General Lewis and the Atlanta Herald controversy.
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Cleveland
Bayard
Del
England
Eustie
France
Porter
Tenn
Chili
Guayquil
Crittenden
Mexico
Towne, Vs
Rio de Janeiro
Jones
Frs
the Jones, N. C
Sharghai
Chancellor
Havre
Dobbs
Valparaiso
Eckford
Miss
Kiogator
Jamaica
Taney
W. Va
Belfast
Johnson
Antwerp
Dubellet
Texas
Rheims
Blount
Hawaii
Atlanta Herald
Lewis
Buck
Herald
Gro
Atlanta
General Lewis
Mr. Penny
Insulting Gladstone sparks World critique of English aristocracy
The New York World denounces the Tory crowd at the Imperial Institute reception for the Prince of Wales. It recalls Mr. Gladstone dining with the Prince and enduring a hostile crowd as the flower of English aristocracy exhibits boorish behavior amid political tension.
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Glad
Prince of Wales
Imperial Institute
Mr. Gladstone
Prince
Gladstone
Georgia Interest in State University Splintering Leadership
The article argues that Georgians feel the State University should stay under local control and regret any shift of governance away from Georgian hands. It contends native stake holders desire leaders aligned with Georgia’s interests and asserts the governing body should reflect the state’s connection to the institution.
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Georgia
Grand Old State University
Institut
Ses
Editorial Roundup from Various Papers Cites Politics and Scandals
A collage of editorials and remarks from the New York Herald Augusta Evening News Courier Journal Memphis Appeal Avalanche Columbus Evening Ledger Washington Post and others. Topics include Sunday prayers, silver domes in Denver, a Philadelphia millionaire boxer, Cleveland kissing the Infanta, religion and morality, and political maneuvering around Democratic figures including Newt and New Jersey.
Democratic nominating logic and hopes for Cleveland’s presidency
A reflection on party claims to recognition and faithful service to the nominee. The speaker doubts the expediency of nominating Mr. Cleveland and fears the idea that loyal backing would alone build a lasting democratic record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Georgia Sanctums and Political Debates Highlight State News
The column reports Revoking a postmaster appointment at Conyers amid protest, critiques methods over individuals, and notes editorials on Sun day closing of the World's Fair, reform debates, and the gubernatorial campaign. It quotes Livingston, Olney, and alliance supporters and comments on regional party influence.
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Conyers
Col. Livingston
Atlanta Journal
Smith
White House
Sivasinah
Olney
United States District Attorney
Va'dostan Telescope
Oglethorpe Echo
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertises $100 reward
A 19th century style offer pledges one hundred dollars reward for an uncured catarrh case. Endorsers claim F J Cheney and firm are trustworthy. Hall's Catarrh Cure is sold for 75 cents a bottle and taken internally. Testimonials offered free.
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Hall
F.t.cey
F. F. J. Cheney
Toledo
O. Warpine
Kninan & Maxviny
University Commencement Speakers Named
The full list of speakers for the university commencement is announced. Orators include H. M. Dorsey and H. A. Alexander of Atlanta, with essayists Greene F. Johnson of Eatonton and L. C. Slade of Carrollton. Law class orators are A. Heyman of West Point and O. A. Park of Greenville.
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H. M. Dorsey
H. A. Alexander
Atlanta
Messrs
Greene F. Johnon
Eatonton
L. C. Slade
Carolton
A. Heyman
West Point
Greenville
Monument to Alex H Stephens Stands Up
The monument honoring Alex H Stephens is unveiled and now stands proudly. Local officials and residents gather to mark the installation and its public display.
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Alex H Stephens
Monument Unveiling Honors Alexander H Stephens at Liberty Hall
Crawfordville Georgia May 24 In a historic ceremony the Stephens Monument at Liberty Hall was unveiled before about four thousand spectators. Rev R E L Harris opened prayers as Horace Holden outlined the Stephens Monumental Association aims and the audience heard tributes from Governor Northey Senator Gordon and others. Judge Logan E Bleckley sent a commemorative sonnet and Senator Norwood delivered the unveiling oration praising Stephens as a model of labor and public service.
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Crawfordville
Stephens
Alexander H. Stephens
Liberty Hall
Taliaferro
Georgia
Congress
Tenth
R. E. L. Harris
Horace Holden
Stephens Monumental Association
Stepphens
Geo. T. Barnes
Stphens College
Pat Walsh
Augusta
Mary Corry
Liberty
South
Dixie
Aman
Logan E. Bleckley
Senator Norwood
Col. Walsh
Tragic Death Follows Wife's Passing at Turner's Home
Mrs. Turner died after sudden illness at a College avenue residence. Her husband, Mr. John Turner, in deep grief, attempted suicide with a pistol but was restrained by Dr. Quilian. He was later calmed, then tried to choke himself before being pacified. many friends express sympathy.
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Hood
Mars
D.C
John Turner
College Avenue
Mr. Turner
Dr. Quillian
Presbyterians Send Fraternal Message From North to Georgia
Washmeter May 24. Presbyterian general assembly opened with prayer from Professor Roy and Moderator Craig presiding. Dr. Young’s sessional report on distributing overtures passed to committees. Sixty overtures on changes to the confession of faith forwarded to the bills and overtures committee for action. A fraternal message was sent from Macon, Georgia, to Washington.
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Georgia
Washmeter
Presbyterian General Assembly
Craig
Roy
Chicago
Young
Arch
Macon
General Assembly of the
Presbyterian Church
Wington
Depot progress and political notes amid Georgia news
A fragmentary Georgia update mentions a completed depot, a social party led by Miss Lizzie Fleming, and a new switch lock device expected to spread nationwide. It also reports Georgia and national finance items, Longstreet’s visit to Gettysburg, and praise for Wiregrass Georgia’s agricultural prospects with rising wheat crops and local farming notes.
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Lizzie Flemin
Souther
Auris
Augusta
Rian Churgy
John W. Ten
Romean
East Tennessee Railrya
All Tbe Bank of
Atlanta
Hi & Fl Son
Atlanta Na Bank
Regu
Treasury
Stat
S . Rhetford Jay
Gainesville
Longattes
North
Washington, D.C
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Gettysburg
Gettysburg. At Easteqetery Hill
Geng
Dan Sickles
Billy Mahone
Hawkinsville Dispatch
Georgia
Duno Bn
R. W. Anderson
Dodge
Telfair
Wilcox
Irwin
Dooly
Baxley Banner
Appling
Lawson Work May Win Athens Postmaster Seat
Congressmans push for a Democratic replacement for Mat Davis as Athens postmaster gains strength. Postmaster General Bisceilli may recommend Davis's removal for partisan ties and four candidates including Capt. O Farrell, Oliver, Reaves, and Latimer compete, with O Farrell holding the inside track per Lawson.
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Messrs
O'Farrell
Oliver
Reaves
Latimer
Capt
O’farrell
Congressman Lawson
Langon
Clarke County
Lawson
Castoria Ad Jingle Echoes Through Generations
An old advertising jingle recalls Castoria's use for babies and children across generations. The rhyme links Castoria to care from infancy through motherhood and into grandchildren, highlighting its long-standing household presence.
Raid in Puryear district ends with arrest and community outcry
A late night arrest in Clarke county led to the abduction of a man from George Clarke’s home, said to be linked to Elbert county authorities. Neighbors call the seizure unwarranted, report no warrants, and fear intrusion on local rights while a listed remedy ad follows.
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Puryear
Puryears
Elbert County
Clarke County
George Clarke
W. H. Morton
George
Gabe Clarke
Ibert County
Civil Service Exam Set for City Post Office in July
The Civil Service Commission orders a city post office examination on Saturday July 1 1898 at 9 am for clerk carrier and messenger grades. Open to all United States citizens ages 18 to 40 for clerk 21 to 40 for carrier 16 to 45 for messenger. Applications due June 26 1893 at the undersigned.
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Civil Service Commission
Washington
United States
Asler
Jas. P. Davis
Board of Examiner
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