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Athens Weekly Banner

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Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1900

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Kruger Lands Amid Cheers in Marseilles Welcome

Paul Kruger former president of the South African republic arrived in Marseilles to a massive procession and cheering crowds. He praised the French for sympathy, denounced British conduct in the war, and vowed to fight to the last, saying independence would fail only if all South Africans were exterminated.

Marseilles Paul Kruger South African Republic Kroger Gelderland Mr. Kroger Dr. Loyds Fischer Wosgels Paris Transvaal Orange State Kruger

Two Killed One Wounded in Negro Duel Near Columbus Ga

Mitchell Taylor and Charles Comer, both blacks, fought over a debt outside Columbus. Comer was killed as Taylor, wounded, waited near his home. Taylor's sister died after shielding them during the fighting. An unrelated medical ad followed.

Costumbus Corvmnus Mitchell Taylor Charles Comer Comer Taylor Siclan Perry Davin

Death of a Noted Gambler Billy Mack in Charleston

Charleston tale recalls Billy Mack, once famed gambler who amassed wealth in the city a quarter century ago but died pauper in Charleston. He spent time at the city hospital before dying and was buried at Magnolia cemetery beside fellow gamblers. Little is known of his past or home, though rumors tied him to Albany and New York.

Billy” Mack Charleston Billy"’ Mack Sporting Fraternity Magnolia Cemetery Mack South Horke Dowadaya Mack Fo United States New York Albany Bristwollam Ala E. Alexander Marion County Brookside Alexander Brillant Minkee Guin John Otts Tess

Pillars Designs Jefferson Davis Monument for Confederacy

Charles A Pillars, a Jacksonville sculptor, is expected to design the Jefferson Davis monument for the Confederacy. His model shows eight Ionic columns with an arch across the street and a bust of Davis held by two life size southern women in a scene of reverence.

Davis Monument Jacksonvile Vila Charles A. Pillars Davis Marion

Brisk Business in Iron Stream of Orders From Every Quarter

Cleveland dispatch notes a wave of iron trade orders in late November. Strong market activity signals demand may outpace supply, with export flow possibly easing as markets recede. Amid ads for tonics and medicines, brief health notes touch on indigestion remedies and public figures asides.

Cleveland

Green party saved by children after brutal Boxer ordeal

Pao-Tina-Fu Nov 22. The Green family and Miss Greig endured near death as Boxers massacred missionaries. The Greens and their two young children were hidden in a cave then a farm room, brutalized, separated, and moved across towns. Their rescue came when hostages were preserved to bargain for escape and a loyal Boxer interceded for the children.

Pao-Tina-Fu China Green Party Greig Chao-Ohi Shen-Yi Shan-Si Tain Boxora Green Wonton Mr. Green Leas Mrs. Green Miss Greig Sinan Ting-Fu Pao-Ting-Fa Ting Yuen Tuku

Trains Struggle Through Colorado Cyclone Damage

Denver reports describe a Colorado cyclone that ripped telegraph lines south and west of the city. About 150 houses demolished in Colorado Springs with principal streets piled by wreckage. Despite damage, no fatalities—hurricanes continued to rage as trains battled mud and shattered signals from Pueblo to Monument and back to Denver.

Colorado Springs Denver Colorado Pusblo Fremont Monument Desmond Denver and Rio Grands Hasdly Pueblo Fountain Quesa Palmer

Worst Storm Ever Known Rips Colorado Springs

About 150 houses wrecked as Yester day's hurricane, the severest in state history, blew for 12 hours. Nearly 140 dwellings destroyed or damaged, and Mayor Robin announced at least 100 frame residences wrecked. Fire alarms, downed poles, shattered windows, and extensive business district damage reported.

Colorado Springs Coronado Sraixas Edgar T. Enstyn State Forentty Robin Mn Grorkhaue Denver

General Strike Declared in Tampa Amid Labor Tensions

Tampa, Nov 23. The federated trades assembly ordered a general strike over labor disputes. The International Union of Cigar Makers refused to adopt the proposed agreement after a stormy session and a union committee was sent to seek a sympathetic strike. Thousands could be affected if the strike proceeds starting Monday, with officials appealing for resolution as tensions rise.

Tampa Fla Federated Trades Assembly International Union of Cigar Makers Resistencia International Union Federated Trades Botton

Committee at Columbus Inspect River and Harbor Works

Congressional committee on rivers and harbors arrives in Columbus Georgia for luncheon hosted by Deep Water association. Delegation includes Representatives Bishop Davidson Alexander Law rence Bankhead Lester Maddox and Adamson Georgia. They tour the Chattahoochee below Columbus to assess needed improvements.

Chattahoochee River Corvmans Congressional Committee On Columbus Ofichigan Davidson Wisconsin Alexander New York Lawrence Massachusetts Bankhead Alabama Lester Maddox Adamson Georgia DeWitts H. R. Palmer & Sons

Hall Bill Laid On The Table In Mississippi Assembly

Dispensary measure sits next Wednesday as debate over Hall bid to retire state bonds continues. Several new bills enter as Wright’s dispensing bill becomes special order. Population of Mississippi rises to 1,851,270 with 241,070 gain. H. Palmer & Sons promote DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for skin ailments.

Laxta Hall Public Lands Wright H.W. Palmer Tastops Wasinxores State of Mississippi DeWitt H. Br, Palmer & Sons

Property Auctions In Clarke County Georgia Court Notices

Clarke County auctions list multiple estates with sales set for December at Athens courthouse. Executors and administrators announce public sales of real estate and personal property including tracts near Milledge Avenue and several parcels in Athens Clarke county.

Georgia Aid Clarks Bestate Geer Bette Annes David Gann Athens Clarks Coast Ark John of Miansimi Clarke Dean HL. Morrox

Horses and Mules for Sale on Thomas Street Georgia

A large lot of first class mules and horses is available now and will be kept throughout the season for sale at prices competitive with any Georgia market. Located on Thomas Street.

Boundery description from county land deed noted

A fragmentary boundary description mentions one acre more or less within a portion of a tract in the county. The text references boundaries along a watercourse and a road, with mentions of zones near the Qoowee and the Harsheba area, but the details are obscured by garbled OCR.

Harsheba Wld

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