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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1900
Page
6
An old article warns that gradual drifting into ill health leads to stomach and digestive derangements, especially among young teachers and students. It touts Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets as cures and mentions testimonials from Miss Mary Helle Summerton and a Texas writer dealing with stomach and liver issues.
Judge Swayne issues a decree in United States v Tennessee and Coosa Railroad and Carlisle heirs. About 3240 acres in Marshall Etowah DeKalb counties forfeited to the United States while title to the remainder remains with the railroad and Carlisle heirs.
A white man J W Steed killed Wes Butt a notorious negro at Senate Station seven miles west of Burda Vista Ga In a struggle Steed and brother in law J W Benson confronted Butt after Butt refused to return a pistol four bullets hit Butt causing instant death An appeal granted on a separate matter involves Blackwell’s Durham Tobacco company factory sale set for November 4 with a court appeal delaying the sale George Blanchard ex president of Erie railroad died in New York City after a ten day illness A deputy sheriff mistakenly killed a negro in Florida triggering a local uproar and new town plans across the St John River from Jacksonville led by ex senator Call financed by eastern capitalists
Prosecution charges conspiracy and possible murder in a Chicago life insurance swindle case. Marie Defenbach died after taking multiple policies, with suspects including Dr. August Unger and Frank H. Smiley. Warrant issued for a third, investigation led by State's Attorney Deneen and local insurers. Wayland Brown of Mooney & Roland detective Agency arrested for complicity.
Chattanooga prepares for the Army of the Cumberland and Spanish-American War veterans reunions starting tomorrow. About 200 camps are expected for the Spanish-American veterans gathering. A National Association of War Veterans committee from New York will arrive to discuss consolidating veteran organizations.
An infection prone advertisement describes Dr J Newton Hathaway of Atlanta offering a home based cure for female diseases. It claims a 60 percent cure rate over 25 years and promises painless treatment without examination or operation, with low fees and guaranteed results. Also notes about veterans symposium and mine accidents.
Washington October 4 dispatch reports the Chinese imperial court is en route from Taiyuan to Shen Si province amid food shortages and Boxer disturbances. Viceroys Liu Kun Yih and Chang Chih Tung relay that telegraphic links to Peking will be maintained from Shen Si, with fears of allied forces delaying a return to the capital.
Oct 8 report from St. Petersburg states Admiral Alexieff describes the Gulf of Liao Tung occupation where fort divisions were shared among nations. The town gates are guarded, forts remain intact, and the Russian line now spans from Kong Ken to Shan Hi Kuan. Americans refused further participation as Russian forces push north.
North Carolina attorney Bareion claims W A Anderson once a secret service guard for President McKinley and now a sheriff candidate in a Rocky Mountain state, is the perpetrator of a 1854 mica mine massacre with his brother in law William Ray. Ray died in prison. Anderson fled west and has evaded justice for 15 years. A pardon effort faces strong opposition over the brutal crime.
An old advertisement promotes B B B Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for eczema itching skin eruptions pimples and related blood impurities. It claims long testing and offers one large bottle for a dollar or five dollars for a full treatment with directions and free personal medical advice from Blood Balm Co Atlanta Ga.
A fashion feature highlights top notch jackets capes and suits this week with strong demand and quick selling prices. Designers and retailers promote versatile chic pieces available in limited stock.
The 15 man special venire from Bourbay county was seated for the Youtzey murder trial in Grovertown Kentucky. Crawford moved to discharge the jury citing political bias but Judge Cantrell ruled political affiliation irrelevant to the case. The court overruled the motion and the Commonwealth pursued trial under the indictment.
Reports confirm capture of about 60 men of the Twenty-ninth infantry on Marinduque. Yorktown relief landed at Torijos and moved to Santa Cruz but found no definite news of captives, who may have been moved to Lason. Also, John Oliver credits Electric Bitters for a dramatic health recovery, praising its life-saving effect. Available at local druggists for 50 cents.
The jury was brought in as Crawford filed a demurrer alleging the indictment failed to name the shooter and lacked a proper offense description for Youtzey. The court took the demurrer under advisement and allowed a stay if the Commonwealth did not object.
Great assortment of Wool ens in plain and novelty Weaves. Many of them are novelty suits just one of a kind.
Black Goods department presents the latest reliable items in fashionable folds for customers seeking quality. The listing emphasizes new arrivals and dependable options in a popular retail setting.
A local shop advertises an extensive silk sale featuring black silks and satin. The promotion highlights seasonal assortments for waist and gown silks and notes items suitable for dinner, evening, and reception gowns.
A grand display showcases novelty and choiceness hats including Bonnets Toques and dress hats from leading Paris modistes. The collection features selects models and trimmings, all fully represented in the workrooms.
Local house furnishings listing promotes Choice line carpets rugs mattings curtains window shades and poles. Extra special values in table linens napkins towels sheets and pillow cases.
Special values in 26 inch taffeta silk umbrellas with sterling silver mounts and natural wood handles. Includes parasols and the latest improved wood, priced from $2.00 to $8.00. Also new hosiery belts and jewelry novelties offered.
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