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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1901
Page
5
The Republica, a semi official Dominican government organ in Haiti, declares diplomacy exhausted and calls for action to settle grievances. It states that time for notes has passed and the government must act to seek compensation after long delays.
The former Governor of Johannesburg, Krause, was taken into custody in London and charged with high treason under the Transvaal fugitive offender law. He was remanded for a week with limited evidence, while officials cited ongoing information from the Cape Colony. Krause dismissed the warrant as absurd. Separately, Conger’s efforts to reclaim the Tien-Tsin concession falter as American and foreign interests contest control and need military facilities.
Sentinels report from Greenville Tennessee details a fatal boiler explosion at Dailey ton. Engineer Alfred Harris died instantly. Charles Newberry and John Wattenbarger were injured though not fatally. A threshing machine powered the operation in an open wheat field.
Reports from Pirrspuna and surrounding mills describe a discouraging strike day with 32 new workers returning to Star Plate Works and several mills in Monessen and Duquesne resuming, while management forecasts seven of eight mills operating by end of day and no major changes in the labor dispute.
The president issued commissions naming William A. O Malley to Treasury as lieutenant in the revenue cutter service and Lieutenant By permitting P as War appointee Report of Comptroller indicates the currency office monthly circulation total at close
Commander Benton Schroeder naval governor of Guam arrives in San Francisco aboard the China en route to Washington. He declines to discuss island conditions or the purpose of his visit. Also aboard the China are other travelers including Dole and Julie Grenfell. The dispatch notes various items from the distant lands and mentions Honolulu readings.
A testimonial from a patient who suffered nightly coughing and blood spitting after influenza and la grippe. After using three $1 bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery, the patient claims a total cure and a 68 pound gain. Advertises trial bottles free at H R Palmer Sons and W J Smith & Bro.
In a Ladie street house last night Charles Martin was shot and killed by N J Bell Jr. Two loads of buckshot struck Martin at close range. Bells had threatened retribution before the incident. Martin was a driver and patrolman at the time.
Late yesterday afternoon a train to the penitentiary halted six miles south of Sint Catagestra. State convicts employed in loading ore pits attempted to board the train and were restrained by guards. A struggle ensued resulting in the death of one convict as guards opened fire.
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Mrs Fannie McGill carrying a baby was struck by a trolley car in Bronxonam Alabama this morning and both were dragged to death. The motorman John Smith and learner Charles Gourson were arrested with Smith charged with murder and Gourson with manslaughter.
More than 1,000 delegates attend the twentieth annual meeting of the National Association of Stationary Engineers in Rochester. The gathering includes 867 lodges with about 20,000 members, with attendees from as far west as Tacoma Washington and east to Augusta Maine, plus a Canadian delegation. The convention features a grand parade and a major machinery show drawing extensive participation from U S and Canadian members.
Nebrask a small town residents hanged Edward Lingell after an attempted assault on a four year old girl. He was forced to swear to leave the country, prayed, and was released after a second examination showed he was not of sound mind.
New York report states Professor Bamgaurten of Luebing Berlin cites Dr. Koch’s theory that bovine tuberculosis is not communicable to humans. He notes trials where patients with bovine tuberculosis showed no human infection, arguing bovine and human TB are not essentially linked.
The thirty eighth annual meeting of the American Veterinary Medical Association began in Atlantic City with hundreds of veterinarians present. A large clinic will be held on hotel lawn and activities continue through the day.
August report shows overall cotton condition at 71.4, down from July’s 77.8 with impairments in several states and improvements in Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Texas and Arkansas show declines. Oklahoma and Missouri remain below five and eight year averages, while Indian Territory and other states vary.
A large American eagle captured after it defeated a catamount was brought to Charleston and caged. The owner advertised for a suitable trainer or showcase, drawing local spectators to witness the unusual clash between man and bird.
Stockholders' meetings in Charleston Savannah and Montgomery reported favorable to consolidating four heated lines with the Savannah and Western to form a larger railroad system. The four lines include the River the railroad, Greenponds Wellartees and Western, Abbeville Southern, and Southwestern Alabama. Capital stock remains unchanged and current officers will stay in charge.
Macon and Savannah notes report Postmaster Edwards trialing the special delivery system with permission from the postoffice department. Savannahians learn W Hale will replace Gabbett as superintendent on September 15 at the Sen railway operations in Savannah and nearby. Lord Kitchener’s dispatch dated Pretoria mentions events on August 26 and onward.
The jury found John Strength and Martin Waller guilty in the Robert White lynching case. Noted pianist Dr William Barnes is dead at 81. Mrs O P Swearinger of Vienna Georgia killed herself after a disturbed note, while a man in Dooly County inflicted a fatal act amid mental distress. local residents report shock at the events. The text also mentions other local figures including Mrs E McGrath and Mrs W M Edwards of Macon.
A mob of about 100 workers graded a double track near Terry Mississippi when they fired hundreds of shots at the town as they boarded their car. An engineer was injured in the attack and eleven men were jailed.
Ambrose Builder of public buildings wins Brunswick's new public building contract. Buffalo and Be Westowee bidders noted. work to commence per published specifications.
After two months of alternating wins Constitution and Columbia head to Brennerton Reef lightship for the first trial races to decide the defender against Sir Thomas Lipton's Shamrock II. Lanterns and crews prepare as the challenge nears. Shamrock II manager W G Jamieson arrives in New York aboard the St Paul joining the team.
Vice President Roosevelt reached Chicago from Springfield this morning. He was hosted by Governor Yates and wife and a party including Adjutant General and Mrs Reece Senator Culom Mr and Mrs McCullough Colonel H Strong and Mrs Strong and Mrs Harmon. The day included a breakfast at the Oiseelub a drive with Colonel Strong luncheon at the Uni League and plans for a naval militia review on board the Dorothy followed by dinner with A M Steware. Tomorrow covers private engagements before departing to Minneapolis Sunday evening.
A representative of the Associated Press reports rumors that Lord Salisbury plans retirement to preserve health, amid family agitation. Son and daughters reportedly believe the strain of leadership may hasten a step, though the story has since shifted. A separate note mentions the Monison Valley Oil Company organized in Montgomery with Colonel Trapp as president. Another item reports E. Bradley of Boneca Valls among the Fairfield wreck victims, with a funeral set for 8 o'clock.
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