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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1892
Page
3
A large assembly gathered at Tammany Hall to rally for democratic participation and civic engagement. Organizers emphasized voting rights and community activism, with speakers urging residents to participate in upcoming elections.
A massive Tammany Hall rally in New York drew over a hundred thousand Democrats. Georgia’s H M Ham electrified the audience, delivering a fiery review of tariff issues and prompting wild ovations from women and men alike. He plans further speeches in New York and Richmond before returning south.
The gales on the Great Lakes are likely the most destructive in inland marine history. Over the past five days insurers estimate losses around 450000 dollars with about a dozen boats destroyed and at least twenty five sailors lost. Insurance losses this season exceed any prior year in lake history. Most business on the largest steamers moved at very low rates and carriers closing December 8 face significant deficits.
Wreckage from the schooner Ostrich washed ashore at Manitou after a wreck off Michigan. A crew of six is feared lost, with further uncertain reports about other vessels and missing persons amid fog and rough seas near Milwaukee and Leland on the night of the 20th.
A New Department offers 6 pieces Hemp Carpet at 11 cents a yard and 9 pieces Ply Carpet at 16 cents. Brussels carpets offered at 52 cents a yard, while rivals charge 80 to 100 per yard. Goods claimed from sheriff sale, with factories raising prices. carpets sold for less than 50 percent of prior value.
A single consolidated lot of Turkish rugs is offered, promising beautiful patterns at 68 cents per piece. Buyers are urged to come early to secure the best selections.
A listing of deep discounts on silk ribbons velvet ribbons and satin striped and brocaded ribbons with notable price drops. Also features wings feathers boxes and hat styles priced extremely low to entice fall and winter hat trimming. Strong entities include IWK millinery products and discounted ribbon and feather items.
Auction listing offers three lots of pattern hats in velvet and felts. Lot 1 features 200 to 275 whole ale hats trimmed in Velvet and Felts priced 50 cents each. Lot 2 covers wholesale 300 to 425 with choice on the 24 Counter at twice each. Lot 3 presents wholesale 500 to 600 with choice on the Millinery Room at 100 dollars each. Fet hats and silk velvet styles advertised with broad ranges.
Acting Attorney General Aldrich warns that anyone who interferes with United States deputy marshals at polling places is subject to federal criminal statutes. He reiterates federal authority to protect honest ballots and fair counts, refuting state supremacy claims and promising rigorous prosecution of interference. Instructions will be issued to relevant offices nationwide.
Colonel Dodds reports French forces pressing against Dahomeyans at Akas and along the Koto river in October. Dahomey resistance weakens after two days of heavy losses, with King Behansin seeking terms. French captures extend from Alsa and Kotopa to the Koto stronghold as Abomey looms.
Cloak sale offers 200 and 350 quality children s cloaks at 100. Fur capes of 500 and 600 grade sell for 250. Novelty jackets in tan beaver Melton s long cut range from 1000 to 3000 and look handsome. Tailor made samples from a popular manufacturer are available.
Storm Serges in heavy brown and black at 29 cents a yard. Very fine Bedford Cords 33 cents. Henrieta warp worth 200 now 123. 54 inch black Brillantine for skirts at 58 cents. Cravenettes 11.25 per robe. 54 inch all wool Storm Serge 92 cents.
British warship Howe remains stranded on a bar at Ferrol with two compartments filled with water. Attempts to refloat include closing water-tight doors and pumping. divers inspected a hull breach near the stake hole as storms hinder salvage efforts.
Prominent business man Gus Boylies alias E E Rose alias George H Dailey, once a Columbus Ohio merchant, is arrested in St Louis on forgery and attempted fraud charges. He admits warrants in several cities and says his downfall came from wine and women. Also mentions Bob Branch, trotting horse man, winning over 400 dollars at Macon.
Rioting erupts in Grenada after Queen Regent Christina declines to visit with King Alfonso. Crowds topple arches and a Columbus statue platform, clash with civic guards, and political figures face pressure as unrest spreads. In Paris, a Paris court rules Mrs Deacon cannot obtain divorce or child custody while her husband’s case proceeds.
Mr. A. C. Ward left Athens for Gainesville after a four day stay in which he collected between three and four hundred dollars for the Odd Fellows Orphans Home. He expressed satisfaction with Athens and its people and anticipated further contributions.
Special underwear sale advertised men s under garments with prices cut to 10 cents a pair for cuffs shirts and drawers 85 cents per garment for wool cashmere shirts over starts 48 cents and heavy undershirts 20 cents each.
A new first class clothing store advertises half price cuts on Broadway tailor stock including suits originally 20 to 40 dollars now 10 to 20 dollars with many specific items and bargains on jeans shoes and children's wear. It highlights damaged goods sale and sample shoes from a top maker with prices from 1.25 to 1.50 for select pairs and 2.75 for hand sewn options.
Local grocer announces expansion due to heavy department business. New store location in the Bob Lamps kin building offers specials including 18 pounds sugar for 10, six pounds coffee for 10 93, eight cans fruits berries vegetables for 100, twelve bars soap for 25 cents, and ten pounds choice long grain rice for 50 cents.
Reduction in flour 25 lb sacks Dream, 45 cents. 350 per barrel 25 lb sacks Macnolia, 50 cents, or 501 s. for 100, or 400 per barrel. 25 lbs sacks Birdie, highest grade patent, 70 cents, or 50 lbs for 135, or 525 per barrel.
In AuntLanta November reports, Senator Jones dies prompting senate adjournment for memory. In the house, Floyd lawyer Neel presents a memorial signed by W. C. Glenn and C. K. Maddox charging Judge George Gober with grave misconduct in a 1890 Pickens county case, alleging altered records and missing pages.
The Synod of Georgia met in Cartersville for its annual gathering with Rev. W. B. Jennings winning the moderator race over Dr. Meek and Dr. T. P. Cleveland chosen secretary. Daily sessions and nightly services were planned as attendance surpassed a hundred with more expected.
State registration laws are deemed null and void by Judge Speer. The ruling allows Wilkinson and Richmond county supervisors to be appointed for Tuesday’s election. Legal voters who are of lawful age, paid taxes, and resided long enough can vote regardless of county rules. Dr Robbin remains alive in name only with no path to Congress as the third party folds. Madison County provides the Athens beef market with fat cattle.
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