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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1892
Page
2
A note states that the schedule will not be posted on the Macon and Northern line. Officials cite ongoing revisions and access issues causing the delay in publication.
Mr. R L Moss Jr prompted opposition to the Macon and Northern railroad plan to alter Athens schedule. The change was dropped after protests and Moss’s correspondence with railroad authorities, saving trade for Athens as the existing timetable remains unchanged.
Reported yesterday a noticeable improvement in Judge Hamilton McWhorter’s health with doctors hopeful for recovery if no setback occurs. He is receiving careful care and his condition shows signs of improvement, pleasing his many friends.
Two masked men halted the Denver branch Missouri Pacific express between Caney and Tyre at midnight. They forced the engineer to stop, detached the car, and fired on the train before fleeing with a small sack of bundles and envelopes. The messenger says the value was likely under $500.
The New York celebration closing scenes ran over three hours late and drew a drag on the crowd with seats half full and many spectators leaving early. Separately in Baltimore a man named John A. Brice was arrested trying to negotiate $500 in tickets with a railroad broker. In Forsythe Georgia a northbound Central train killed Lacy O near a four mile stretch from town as a field journey interrupted by a basket over her head. The Big Four railway switchmen strike persists with little progress toward resolution by the eve of the deadline.
Yardwide sheeting four cents and twisted sheeting four cents per yard are offered alongside Sea Island shirting at four cents and ginghams five cents A fall dress gingham grade ten cents down to six cents Extra fine silk finish satin at twenty five cents grade ten cents Fall prints three cents Chantilla prints at fifty four cents Satin prints at five cents Crepon de Russie at ten cents a yard
A Jackson Herald excerpt lists last words attributed to statesmen and officials with a focus on Democratic ties. Names include Congressman T. E. Watson Governor William L. Peek Secretary of State W. R. Gorman Comptroller-General A. W. Ivey Treasurer J. E. H. Ware Attorney General J. A. B Mahaffey Commissioner James Barrett Senator C. T. Burgess Dr Nance A. L. Nance Congressman T Pickett and others with funerary sentiments and political leanings.
The New York court, in a unanimous ruling except for Judge Andrews, declares the legislative apportionment law constitutional. The decision, chiefly written by Judge Peckham with an accompanying opinion by Justice Gray, foresees Democratic control of the legislature. Judge Andrews' dissent, joined by Judge Finch, is the sole remaining voice of opposition. The opinion spans over eleven thousand words.
A report states Peter Myers, recently transferred from Clarke County for cruelty to animals, escaped the chain gang. While attempting to board a moving train at Union Point his foot slipped and the wheels cut him in two. Two other men were present. their status as convicts is unclear.
The ad promotes Black dress goods with multiple fabrics at reduced prices. Items include 14 pieces black Alpaca at 112¢, 16 pieces black Henrieta and Henrietta at 15¢ to 18¢, 12 pieces 36 inch double fold at 25¢ to 30¢, 6 pieces woolen dress fabrics at 10¢, 8 pieces all color woolen at 15¢ to 20¢, 14 pieces plaid Flannel at 8¢, and 10 pieces Outing Flannels at 12¢.
A reporter found a man dead in Lumpkin’s woods on the road to Watkinsville. He was not killed by a rock or stick but died from being dead drunk. The coroner was summoned and a jury verdict was not recorded in the report. This ties to several knockdown incidents around the city.
Reports suggest tensions between Georgia Central and the Richmond and Danville railroads may flare over access to terminal facilities at the Macon & Northern depot. If Central blocks R&D, Northern would need its old depot for freight and passenger use, prompting public discontent over poor accommodations and ongoing railroad quarrels.
Capt D CuLIVER, district manager for Singer, pushes sewing machines from 103 North Lumpkin Street in the YMCA building. He controls nine North Georgia counties and invites potential buyers to visit his neatly arranged Lumpkin Street office. The Democrats in Oconee allege grounds to contest the Scull Shoals district election citing only two tally sheets and late sworn-in managers. Messier, Racker, Thomas, and Strickland to handle the contest.
A broad sale features Brogans at 95 cents per pair including Cat and White Oak models, Ladies and Men's shoes priced from 100 to 125, and children sizes. Blanket assortment includes White 25 cents Gray 30 cents Brown 35 cents and scarlet wool at 89 cents. Canton flannels and chafing remnant prices listed with hosiery deals for men women and children.
A wealthy former Augusta resident and generous donor has bequeathed 5000 dollars to Webb Lodge No 166 Free and Accepted Masons to care for her grave in Augusta city cemetery. The gift elevates the lodge as keeper of the family memorial and inspires continued community service.
Quint's sale advertises good comforts at 75 cents each, Turkey red back cretonne faced at 125 cents, Satteen comforts at 135 cents, White Marseilles spreads at 50 cents, Elegant white Marseilles spreads at 65 cents, extra heavy 2-25 white spreads at 85 cents, and very heavy slightly soiled spreads at 100 cents each.
A brief advertisement lists men and women undergarments with fixed prices including Ladis' heavy ribbed Vests and long sleeves at 18c each, Gent's Merino Shirts and Drawers 25c, Gent's natural wool Shirts 75c, Ladies' gray Vests 45c.
The sale features men's heavy strong working suits priced at 350 and cassimere wool suits at 500. Business suits for men are offered at 650 with selections emphasized for durability and professional style.
A list of bulk and per pound prices for staples such as sugar coffee rice tea soap shoe polish and candles. Note entries include 25 lb sack prices for Magnolia Snow Flake Air Patent brands and various bulk pack prices with per pound rates and bundle discounts.
Mr W B Jones of Atlanta arrives to assume charge after Captain Williams resigns. Jones has thirty years with the Express Company and was floor manager at Atlanta office. He is highly esteemed and expected to gain new friends in the city.
Chicago report says Senator John Daniel of Virginia is likely to be invited to deliver the Columbus Unity oration on October 21. After Colonel Breckinridge’s final decision, the council and executive committee discussed filling the gap with a shorter program and a Daniel invitation appears probable. Georgia Convicts Count in Penitentiary.
Owners declare immediate rebuilding of the Georgia factory, elevating the building to two stories with the same dimensions as the old structure. Production will resume quickly, promising a finer line of goods and rapid completion as the business recovers from prior setbacks.
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