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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1900
Page
6
The readable portions indicate a local notice or proclamation but detail is incomplete. It mentions names or entities like Beaton and Mall and references a procedure or event date but lacks clear actions or outcomes. The fragmentary text limits precise reconstruction of the event.
A gang operating in Greendale near Buster Virginia was uncovered. Federal agents arrested George Willian and Manisa Stent, seized their outfit and a substantial amount of coin. The incident occurred September 26 with ongoing investigations.
Athens Ga September 26 1900 Foster defeated Watson 620 to 109 for justice of the peace and Gibson Beasley won constable nominations with 447 251 265 and 134 votes respectively. Executed by acting chairman T W Reed with official returns filed.
An ad copy touts Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful foot symptoms including smarting swollen feet corns and bunions. Claims relief for ingrown nails and sweating with a strong sales tone and a list of dubious store and contact details.
Rome Ga Sept 20 Congresssman J W Maddox received a letter from the secretary of war confirming Corporal John Whitehead is dead in the Philippines The earlier cable gave July 18 as the date later corrected to July 10 with General MacArthur noting the initial 13th was a mistake The family in Rome learned of the July date and mourns the young hero who died bravely in distant lands.
An old vegetable based liver and bowels regulator is offered for sale by a proprietor in Restman California. The label promotes sanstipation relief and warns against using other brands. Product name appears as AMAR'S and references a single experience.
The Athenæum will join the Grand Civic Parade on opening day October 1 1900. President Michael sent notices asking members to join the parade and be at the club house by 1130 AM Monday October 1. At least 150 members will represent the club, which helped spark the Carnival movement.
Atlanta visitors and state officials prepare for the Athens Carnival as crowds amass. J M Mallory reports Madison crowds giving the band a perfect ovation. Gov staff and residents anticipate a grand opening in five days with a Wall of Perkin spectacle.
The Commercial hotel transfers ownership to L E Wyatt who leases from L Mom and takes active charge. Wyatt, famed as a top Georgia hotelier, previously ran the Cliff House at Tallulah Falls, making it a popular resort. Friends wish him success in this new management. A separate note reports Norwich workers at Page Bullet company walking out after a wage settlement dispute.
A letter from Dr. Heidt urges church members to support the North Georgia Orphans Home with a full day’s earnings on Sept. 29. The home, Georgia’s largest, cares for about 200 orphans annually from North Georgia, with trustees Hemphill Muse and Candler leading efforts to expand cottages and facilities with a $5,000 goal.
In Charlotte N C on a September day reports claim Democratic voters in Maiden North Carolina lost their jobs or quit after August elections due to political animus by mill owners who are Republicans. The piece notes widespread discharge or resignation among workers who voted Democratic amid tense labor relations and threats of further action.
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