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Inside the bank that June morning the clerks and accountants on their high stools were bent over their ponderous ledgers, although it was several minutes before the opening hour. The gray-stone building was in Atlanta's most central part on a narrow street paved with asphalt which sloped down from one of the main thoroughfares to the section occupied by the old passenger depot, the railway warehouses, and hotels of various grades. Considerable noise, despite the closed windows and doors, came in from the outside. Locomotive bells slowly swung and clanged; steam was escaping; cabs, drays, and…mehr

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Inside the bank that June morning the clerks and accountants on their high stools were bent over their ponderous ledgers, although it was several minutes before the opening hour. The gray-stone building was in Atlanta's most central part on a narrow street paved with asphalt which sloped down from one of the main thoroughfares to the section occupied by the old passenger depot, the railway warehouses, and hotels of various grades. Considerable noise, despite the closed windows and doors, came in from the outside. Locomotive bells slowly swung and clanged; steam was escaping; cabs, drays, and trucks rumbled and creaked along; there was a whir of a street-sweeping machine turning a corner and the shrill cries of newsboys selling the morning papers. Jarvis Saunders, member of the firm of Mostyn, Saunders & Co., bankers and brokers, came in; and, hanging his straw hat up, he seated himself at his desk, which the negro porter had put in order.
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Will N. Harben (1858-1919) was an American author renowned for his vivid depictions of life in the Southern Appalachian region. Born William Nathaniel Harben in Dalton, Georgia, he spent his formative years surrounded by the culture and landscapes that would profoundly influence his literary work. Harben began his writing career with serialized stories in magazines and newspapers before publishing novels and short story collections. His works are often associated with the local color movement, which aimed to capture the unique characteristics and customs of specific regions. Harben's focus was primarily on the Appalachian region of Northern Georgia. "Northern Georgia Sketches": This collection of short stories is perhaps his most celebrated work, offering a detailed and authentic portrayal of rural life in the Appalachian Mountains. "Abner Daniel": Another notable work, this novel explores themes of family, tradition, and change in the post-Civil War South.· "Pole Baker": A novel that delves into the complexities of human nature and societal norms in a small Southern town. Will N. Harben's work is significant for its contribution to American regional literature. His detailed and empathetic portrayals of Northern Georgia provide valuable insights into the culture and history of the Appalachian region. While not as widely known today, his stories remain important for their historical and cultural authenticity.Harben's commitment to capturing the essence of Southern life has ensured that his work continues to be appreciated by those interested in the rich tapestry of American regional literature.