Gordon Defies Alliance in Alabama Politics
A controversial article accuses Gov. Gordon of defying the Alliance by opposing the Treasury plan and drawing support from enemies. It asserts Alliance organs and local papers heavily back Gordon while claiming the Alliance would be harmed by his Senate bid. The piece notes opposition from notable Alliance figures and fears for farmers amid tariff concerns and political realignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gordon
George T. Marrell
Clarke County
Allia Seard
Treasury
Meadows
Allanceman
Madison County
Gordop
Go Gordop
Senate
Allance
Gov. Fordon
Rome Tithune
Jeffersonian Demorats
Felton
Caraesville Tribune
Order
Georgia
Twin
Msuch
Tte
Gov Grion
Girinlas
Ns Tembers
Gover
Gov. Gordon
U. S Senate
Gov
Hampton Letter Signals Quiet Stance in South Carolina Ticket Fight
Senator Wade Hampton publishes a letter to State Chairman Irby stating he will vote for the Tillman ticket but will not campaign or speak. He urges honor and restraint, endorsing the September Democratic ticket while criticizing party divisions and denouncing intimidation, fraud, or violence in elections. He notes his respect for Haskell and urges unity at the ballot box.
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Haskell
Hampton
Irby
CoLumbia
8. C
Wade Hampton
Tillman
Friends of
Democratic Party
Westion
Col
Four Year Sentence and A Life Term in Court Drama
The trial of Lampkin for robbery by intimidation ended with a four year sentence under existing law, while a new statute may alter the penalty. Henry Jackson, colored, received twelve months for simple larceny. Florida Jackson, the encendiary, was convicted and sentenced to life. The case drew many twists and adjournment is set for Monday.
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R., Lampkin
Hutchins
Lampkin
Cook
Ves
Henry Jackson
Florida Jackson
Mineral Wealth Along the Carolina Line Athenian Prospers
Prof. W. G. Woodfin returns to Athens from a Georgia North Carolina tour with news of a rich corundum vein near the Georgia line. The mineral, valued at about 300 dollars per ton, draws settlers and investors, with twenty workers already employed and more to come.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Woodfin
Athens
Georgia
Carolina
North Carolina
Jas. Hamilton
A and C Road Will Bypass Athens If Needed
The Augusta and Chattanooga railroad project is advancing with a construction charter recorded in Clarke County. Promoters urge Athens to invest in first mortgage bonds totaling $150,000, warning the line may bypass the city if backing falters and promising substantial regional economic gains.
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Athens
Augusta & Chattanooga
Superior Court
Clarke County
Weekly
Banner
Allen D. Candler
Gainesville
T. L. Gantt
James M. Smith
Smithonia
R. M. Mitchell
Augusta
E. T. Brown
Mitchell
Chattanooga
Charleston
Harmony Grove
Tide Water
Onur
West
Florida Thomas Receives Life Sentence for House Fire Attempt
In superior court Florida Thomas alias Florida Joseph, a 13 year old Black girl, was found guilty of fire setting aimed at Mrs. Smith's house. The jury deliberated twenty minutes, recommending mercy, after a plea from defense attorney J T F Green. The case followed two prior fires at the residence with no injuries.
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Florida Thomas
Florida Joseph
Gastones
Florida
J. T. F. Green
Tanaled
Athens poised for two great railway lines to boost growth
The piece argues Athens could become a major distributing hub if the Augusta and Chattanooga railroad advances. It warns that rejecting the project would cut off half the territory and invite rival towns, predicting widespread development, population growth, and concrete construction by next spring as the line is prepared for business.
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Athens
Augusta
Chattanooga
State Veterans Association Meets in Atlanta in Small Attendance
The State Veterans Association held its annual meeting in Atlanta with few veterans present due to a misunderstanding. General Gordon chaired as Dr. John William Jones became secretary. County associations report progress with most counties organized except two. A later incident involved Major Wicker sham of Chicago visiting briefly as a recluse attendee, followed by a Capitol veterans reunion programmed for the evening.
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Atlanta
State Veterans’ Association
Hell
Gordon
John William Jones
W. L. Calhoun
J. E. Chiles
Madison
R. B. Nisbett
Robert L. Rogers
Federal Army
Chicago
Gibbs
Major Wickersham
Capitol
Clemant A. Evans
State Association
John W. Daniel
Virginia
W.S. Walker
Phil Cook
Georgia
Alf Smith
Decatur
Madison County Scene of Twofold Murder
A double homicide occurred in Madison County with two victims found in separate locations. Police investigating motive and suspects as community reels from the violent incident.
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Madison County
Tragedy in Madison: Feud Ends in Double Gun Duel
In Madison County near Athens the feud between William Sanders and William Martin erupts in violence. Sanders, 55, and Martin, 33 or 34, exchanged shots after a prior dispute over a dog and a March court testimony. Martin fired at a mark from a gin house, as Sanders, with a rifle, demanded the right to shoot at his cow. The confrontation escalated with Sanders returning to fetch a gun and threatening lethal force.
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Madison
Madi- 800
Athens
Nicholson
Sanders
William Sanders
William Martin
Bob Tolbert
Marvin
Justice Court
Martin
Gilbert
Sue
Tragic Rural Shootout Ends in Double Death in Madison County
A brutal pistol duel in Madison County ends with Sanders mortally wounded and Martin critically injured. Sanders dies after three gunshot wounds, including a through-and-through of the abdomen and a head wound, as Martin resists and returns fire from his home. The coroner investigates while a vigil and potential relapse of violence worry locals.
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Martin
Sanders
J. M. Sanders
Carter
Winterville
Mr. Sanders
Daily Market Reports Navy Stores and Grains
The bulletin from Savannah Georgia dated October reports turpentine at 56 cents, rosin steady around 1.91 to 1.93, and ties and bagging prices. Grain and hay notes cover corn No 2 mixed and oats No 2 blue stem. New York futures show opening and closing quotes for cotton futures.
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New York
Livervon
Chicago
Cmicaco
Ize
Bate Bouck
Atlanta
J.C. C. Black
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Mineral Wealth
A. & C. Road
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Mrs. Smith
Ders
Danielsville
Ile
Drummond
Mercy
Drummond Medicine Co
Maiden Lane
Suh
Everton
House of Representatives
Thomas G. Lawson
Reed
Jounx P. ON
Democratic Executive Committee
Congressional
Surat
Etioni
Hall
E. B. Thompson
Thomaston
Daily Market
Savawnan
Sc. Rosin
Ian
Bae
New York Futures
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