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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1905
Page
1
Yesterday afternoon Henry Carlton fell from a loaded wagon near Webb and Crawford, pitching headfirst onto the paved street. He struck his head on Belgian block, creating a gash but, after Dr. Holliday’s evaluation, skull fracture was ruled out though concussion was significant.
The state charged Otto Lowry and Flem Gunnells with riot near the Central depot. After hours of legal argument the case went to a jury, which returned a not guilty verdict yesterday before court adjourned.
Officer Evans arrested William Greene, a colored man, on a state warrant for stealing money from Luke Verner at the fair grounds. Verner reported the loss days ago and officers had Green under surveillance. Green was captured yesterday and will face trial before Judge Cobb as the city court is in session.
Prof Thomas J Wooster of the University of Georgia will attend memorial services in Macon on Friday morning for the late Dr P D Pollock Mercer University president. He is expected to address the gathering and depart today. Also preview of Chamberlains Pain Balm noting sale by H R Palmer & Bons and W J Smith & Bro.
The Clarke county Chamber of Commerce has two weeks to finalize the right of way for the Athens and Jefferson railroad. The chief engineer, now on vacation for two weeks, will begin work immediately upon return if the committee completes agreement. County residents are urged to act promptly to avoid delays and ensure construction proceeds.
R N Holland of Marietta Georgia endorses Professor Joseph B Stewart of the University of Georgia for the presidency of the Georgia School of Technology. He cites Stewart’s educational career as principal, superintendent, and college president, praising his organizing ability and moral character to fill the vacancy left by Captain Hall's death.
A troubled Athenian sleepless by heat shaves himself at night using a razor and reports immediate cooling and sleep. Also an advertisement promises cure for a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and a money refund if it fails.
The university finishes a topographical survey forwarded to George Foster Peabody in New York for inspection. Landscape plans stem from Peabody many months ago, with engineers and professors collaborating. work aims to beautify the nearly five hundred acre new campus, finishing by November 1 in hopes of making a handsome state landmark.
The Galveston-Dallas News reports from 600 correspondents on Texas and Indian Territory crops, showing Texas 14.11 percent, Indian Territory 17.28 percent, and Oklahoma 11.20 percent below last year. Projected production: Texas 2,211,866 bales, Indian Territory 350,791, Oklahoma 250,408. Frost, rains, and picking progress color the outlook, with northern Texas advancing and drought-stressed western Oklahoma labor.
The one hundred fifth session opened amid high expectations with over three hundred students on campus and a possible total of four hundred fifty. Dean Barrow urged self-reliance and careful spending, praised study methods over cramming, and noted growing interest in football and religious activities as classes begin and registration proceeds.
Charles M Shear, a Jacksonville Fla resident, died by his own hand at a Woodley road boarding house. He separated from his wife, was penniless and unemployed, and his note asked that his mother be told. A telegram from Jacksonville authorized a decent burial under coroner supervision.
Seattle report details William P. Shaw son of the U S Secretary of the Treasury who spent the summer in Alaska working in a salmon cannery after delaying to travel by boat as a waiter. He returned to Seattle and reunited with old friends during a celebratory visit.
William F. Slaton Jr of Atlanta enters the University of Georgia as a fifth generation student from the institution. His ancestors include James Jackson, chief justice of the Georgia Supreme Court, and Major W. F. Slaton, superintendent of Atlanta schools. Slaton Jr, noted as one of the brainiest youths, excelled in Boy's High School with numerous honors and is expected to succeed at the university.
Elkhart Indiana September 20 a remarkable coincidence in deaths comes to light in the Riblet family Earl Riblet aged 17 has died of typhoid fever His cousin William Clouse of Loudenville Ohio aged 17 fell ill two weeks ago and died the same day W H Riblet father and Elkhart school board member learned of the Ohio death from his wife Earl and Clouse were close friends and playmates this summer half brothers Charles and Olen Clouse left for Loudonville today to attend the funeral
Senorita Salabage of Havana travels to Louisville seeking her missing twin sister Lasio Beaumous heir to property. The sisters, 20 and described as exceptionally pretty, were linked to a disputed estate once valued at about 60 000 dollars after their father died in Atlanta. Salabage vows to share the fortune and vows to persist until a safe reunion or disclosure.
A drummer in Athens attracted attention for his fine curly hair when a student gang seized the moment to ambush him. They led him from the pool hall to the campus, shaved a streak across his head, then released him. He sought a barber to repair the damage.
The Athens Circuit holds its fourth quarterly conference at Dogg's Chapel on the first Sunday in October and the preceding Saturday. Rev. J. S. Bryan will preach both days. All official church members are urged to attend. officers for the ensuing conference must be elected. The gathering promises important business and large attendance.
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