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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1891

Page

7

Brutal Assault Reported Near Madison County

The text details a brutal assault where Minnish was pulled from a buggy and beaten by two assailants along a road near Daniels Grove. The case involves Willis Hawks and Lee in Madison county and references a true bill and ongoing investigation. An accident report nearby mentions Mrs. Patrick and a pedestrian incident causing ankle injuries.

J.E. Sane Willis Hawks Lee Madison County Wee Monash Rgibe Road Danielsay Grove Danisville

Welch Denies Team Tie to Ex Senator Ingalls

A fragment notes Mr. RB B. Welch denying any association with ex Senator Ingalls and his supposed political team. The passage mentions public figures and phrases about Welch and Ingalls with unclear context.

Livny Ranaus Politiciam RB. B. Welch Ingall Welch Ingalls

Senate actions in AmLasta and Macon bills

The Georgia Senate debated and passed multiple measures. Bills to privatize certain express operations, regulate city bonds for Macon drainage, and private hangings were advanced or approved, while amendments on express company exclusions and offices were debated before final passage. The session featured one of the Senate’s longest discussions in recent memory.

AmLasta Ga Wheeler Walker Hufftein Monroe Calhoun Huff Maron Macon Senate Smith Candler

Gilpin on Trial In Greensboro Courthouse Crowd Grows

John Gilpin stands accused of murdering Charles Angove as crowds fill the Greensboro courthouse. Judge Jenkins presides with defense by Captain Hart and Hal Lewis and prosecution aided by Gray Lewis and J B Park Jr. Spectators include Gilpin’s relatives as public sentiment runs strong.

Greensboro Gray Lewis J. B. Park, Jr Hal Lewis

Atlanta Rifles Elect New Second Lieutenant

Ariana Georgia September 27 Special reports the Atlanta Rifles elected Joe Nash to the rank of second lieutenant Nash is described as one of the town's most popular young men.

Ariana Atlanta Rifles Joe Nash Nash

President at Washington and cabinet reshuffles begin

The president returns to work at Washington and starts filling recently created and vacant positions. Reports indicate possible nominees for secretary of war include General Lew Wallace, Steve Elkins, or another general, with decisions imminent.

Wasmiscox Lew Wallace Steve Elkins

Tragedy in Texas Aids Political Controversy

A tragedy struck Sulphur Springs public squares as Everett Moore, editor of The Altus…, faced escalating tensions amid disputes over the sub treasury controversy in Dallas.

Treasury Dalllas Sulphur Springs Everett Moore Alti

Charred Bodies Found in Old Commercial Advertiser Debris

Workmen clearing debris at the Commercial Advertiser building in New York unearthed the charred remains of a human body shortly after midnight. The discovery came amid ongoing cleanup efforts following the building’s destruction.

Commercial Advertiser New York

Soldier killed by freight train near McPherson Barracks

A United States soldier, Private Joseph Engle, was fatally run over by switch engine 154 near McPherson barracks at Atlants Lasta on Sept 17. Engle, a teamster, hauled coal from the fort to east side residences and was returning with an empty wagon when he attempted to cross the moving cars.

Atlants Atlasta United States McPherson Barracks Central Road East Point Bencini John Smith Joseph Engle Engle Artayra Joe Ingalls Battery E Fourth Artillery Fort McPherson Que Mule

What Constitutes a Jelly Cake Inspires Debate

In Sangamon county the fair awarded a $500 piano for the best jelly cake by a local woman. Six hundred housewives entered and Mrs. Sam Willett won, though critics question if her cake's jelly content meets the true standard, sparking citywide discussion.

Semmerizip Sangamon Gongrest Sam Willett

A Picnic At Daniels Springs On Union Point Route

A vivid reminiscence of Daniels Springs describing its beauty and the new railroad link from Union Point. The letter notes visitors, cottage life, family picnics, and the charm of the scenery with trees, brook, river, fish, birds, and sand. It mentions the spring’s rising popularity and the social scene of past and present visitors.

Baxxer J Daniels | Springs Union Point

To Carry Orth Stein Away

Deputy Sheriff Drake took Orth Stein to Griffin to answer a forgery charge after arriving in Avtasra Georgia. John Leslie notes a message from Wan Timmons of Idsville lod. about Exveric Blunts and wreaths.

Orth Stein Avtasra Drake Atlante Griffin

New Candidates Debated in Franklin County Commissioner Race

Reports from Caxarsville and AtlasTa detail a Franklin County commissioner race with candidates like J. S Dorteh’s successor and others including Fricks F Shannon and J W BR Hailey. An Alliance meeting in Royston extended over two hours and a train incident interrupted plans.

Brown Allancem Franklin County Caxarsville SS Se Vaa Dorteh NA. Fricks F. Shannon J W. BR. Hailey Royston L. F.ing Ston E. T. Brows

Harmony Grove Happenings from the Gospel Tent and Local Biz

Harmony Grove Ga September reports show Reuben McGinnis on business in the Grove while Mayor James T Comer of Maysville visits for Gospel Tent meetings. Dr L J Sharp lies ill at his brother’s home. Luther B Johnson of Nicholson brings three bales of new cotton, recalling he sold the season’s first bale. Rev J T Tillman says meetings end next Sunday amid hopeful notes of local progress and Remsen Crawford’s rising Press presence. Milledge resigns as colonel in Arias Georgia.

Harmwoxyr Grove Reuben McGinnis James T. Comer Maysville L. J. Sharp Luther B. Johnson Nicholson Johnson Jackson County Lather Johnson Gospel J. T. Tillman Remsen Crawford Eem. Crawford Eee Rose

Washington News and Political Maneuvering Recounted

The article outlines partisan moves in Washington, noting Blaine’s stance on neutrality law challenges and Mills’ Ohio tour for the Republican cause. It mentions farm labor demands, a proposed circular about colored workers, and references Tom Piatt influence in New York politics.

Tracy Miller Blaine Mills Ohio Coafi Sion Jonelierve Catchings Missis Sip Eir Moore War Department Fett New York Tom Piatt

Livingston speaks on democracy and sub treasury plan in Georgia

Col Livingston addressed a September crowd in Livingston Georgia about two hours. He focused half on defending democracy and the other half on advocating the sub treasury bill. He criticized Hoke Smith and noted past praise from the paper.

Arianus Col. Livingston Hoke Smith

Athens Protest Against Richmond and Danville Freight Rates

Athens residents and merchants urge action after discriminatory freight rates by the Richmond and Danville railway. The City Council referred the issue to the railroad committee and city attorney, with orders to pursue court action if Athens is harmed. Court resolution expected within six months as the community vows to defend its rights.

Athens Richmond and Danville Richmond & Danville

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Minnish Eae Orpatrick McGregor Lever M-sregor Mandenes T-Ted Atkinson Graph and Express Companies Gilpin Washington Texas Mr. J. C. Kimball Daniel Eva Freeman Hart Harmony Grove Harwoxy Grove L. H. Charbonnier Griffeth & Charbonnier Col Bill Pike Jefferon AtlasTa_ Ga Annie Goodlitt Fulton County Jim Jacobs Jacobs Glenn Colorel Milledge Arias Washington News Livingston Cotrusis Thurman Club Pensylvania Wiscon Sa Serene Siemeteamn BY & L. Paribos
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