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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1892
Page
4
The Athens Weekly Banner discusses the sweeping Democratic victory and critiques the Third party movement. It defends Clarke County’s loyalty, condemns demagogues, and argues for neutrality on federal force in elections. It praises Mr. Reid for defending the force bill concept and warns against Republican power seizing control.
The Atlanta Journal notes alarm among Republican bosses as influential figures switch allegiance to the Democrats. Judge Walter Gresham leads a wave of defections from the West, citing tariff policy and the force bill as driving factors, with many others following to Cleveland and Stevenson.
Mr. Whitlaw Reid signals shift on federal control of congressional elections in a Boston address reported by the Mason Telegraph. He accuses his party of equivocation and avoidance on the force bill question, urging a clear stance.
The Courier Journal notes Republicans push to obtain statistics directly from Census Superintendent Porter for a large order of figures across one hundred cities. Meanwhile the Boston Herald urges cremation of cholera victims to prevent germ return, warning burial may seed future outbreaks and calling for strict preventive measures.
The New York Times editorial condemns both the Kolb faction and Republicans for a treacherous effort to defeat Democrats in Alabama. It argues many third party supporters across Alabama North Carolina and Virginia are Democrats in principle and must face the issues honestly to see the folly of their stance. Five weeks remain.
The piece surveys political turmoil as Judge Gresham’s presumed support for Cleveland stirs interest. It notes Gresham’s independence from Republican aparatus, predicts wide impact in Indiana and Illinois, and references reactions to Macon egg incidents, census voting patterns, and third party dynamics.
Edwards and Smith, owners of the engine blown up at the Yerby place, will sue Thomas Bailey Foundry & Machine Works for damages. Edwards says he inspected the engine minutes before the blast. it showed eighty pounds of steam and good water head. Bailey Co had guaranteed it to withstand 150 pounds. Litigation to commence at once with capable counsel.
A serious incident in Winterville ends with a Black person killed and another hurt. Police describe a violent confrontation and investigation is ongoing. Local officials will review the case as they seek motive and suspect details.
The Winterville shooting story unfolds with a whipped worker returning to ambush Mr. Tuck at his gin. After a ferocious exchange, including a lantern blow, the assailant fled, was captured, and fatally shot by Mr. Tuck’s pursuers. Coroner Pitner held an inquest.
The Banner reports a Winterville killing with coroner's jury attributing death to gunshot wounds fired by unknown parties. Testimony claims 14 to 21 shots were fired at the deceased and others, including Mr. Tuck, were present during the incident.
Gen James B Weaver and Mrs Lease traveled to Nashville en route to Hopkinsville to speak. Weaver claimed Georgia exit due to rowdyism, accused old Confederates, said white south may abandon Democrats for his reform party, and predicted his presidential win amid press subversion claims. He scheduled talks in Goodlettsville Nashville and Pulaski with campaigns extending to Missouri and Indiana.
Puapetrata October 5. William B. Smith, once known as the Dandy Mayor, has fled the town leaving creditors behind. He boasted “Everything goes” during campaigns and worked long hours but failed in insurance, contracting, and business ventures. He borrowed heavily, issued checks that were protested, and last week gathered funds before departing for Tacoma to start anew. He previously served as a colonel in the Pennsylvania National Guard and faced accusations of mismanaging command funds.
Mrs H S Haines supports a Lehigh University exam to honor her late son Hen ry a Savannah graduate. The Warrenton Clipper notes a shipyard relic wheel and a 35 year spinning wheel era, while Macon Music Association contemplates dramatic entertainments for the season. Charleston area and Columbus news cover public schools, Confederate graves funding, and political shifts with a mix of civic and rail notes.
A Cass Avenue streetcar was halted by four men on Seventh Street and Washington Avenue at about 10 p.m. One robber threatened the driver with a revolver while others demanded money from the conductor. Passengers cried for help. police pursued and captured one suspect named John Jahina, while the other three escaped into the crowd. Des Moines reports indicate Iowa Democrats optimistic about carrying the state with Cleveland. some Republicans concede possible victory.
Fear of riot spreads in Pulaski and Giles County as plans for General Weaver to address a Saturday meeting trigger threats against Democratic officials. City and county leaders urge restraint while anticipating a large turnout and possible violence if Weaver is assaulted.
In Newark on October 6 a dismaying outcome from the late German Catholic congress is noted as the papal blessing was withheld. The report highlights disappointment among adherents and references debates within previous congresses over ceremonial honors and triumphs. The article hints at ongoing tensions between church authorities and Catholic groups in the city.
A vintage advertisement warns against letting a cough run its course and promotes a remedy called Trial and Neon with a 50 cent price, urging readers to seek guaranteed relief from druggists.
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