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Americus Times Recorder

Location

Americus, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1924

Page

6

Calvin Coolidge to star in film campaign push

A new film star role for Calvin Coolidge is planned by campaign managers who seek to present him as a quiet earnest American. The plan uses a dramatic portrayal of a hardworking citizen to craft a Coolidge tradition and energize voters ahead of the November election. Meanwhile a Cleveland conference builds support for La Follette’s third party bid with a nationwide Progressive Political Action effort already active in 32 states.

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Death of Mr W W Hines in Leslie Georgia

Mr W W Hines died Tuesday afternoon at 2 o clock at Plains hospital after a four week illness. Born in Daugherty county in 1876 and raised in Lee county, he resided near Cobb this year. Survived by five children Walter Paul Cortez Russell Minne Lee two sisters Mrs R W Cobb of Leslie and Mrs Johnnie Tucker of Smithville. Funeral held at Leslie Baptist church Wednesday at four, Rev H J Wyatt presiding, with interment in Leslie cemetery.

W. W. Hines the Plains Hospital Mr. Hines Daugherty County Lee County Cobb Walter Paul Cortez Russell Minne Lee R. W. Cobb Leslie Johnnie Tucker Smithville Leslie Baptist Church H. J. Wyatt Leesburg Leslie Cemetery Will Greer Macon Lom Greer Greens Mill James Tolen Will Rasberry R. H. Stubbs Laura Stubbs Andersonville O. T. Summers Pennington

Rail Schedule Snippets Highlight Regional Stops

A compact listing shows multiple timetable segments among Cin AdChgo Albny Jaxville Macon Columbus Albany Montg y and Atlanta with various times for connections such as Albany to Columbus and Macon to Atlanta. The terse entries suggest a regional schedule digest.

Macon Atlanta Albany

Relatives and visitors noted in local social items

Suits Me All Right visited relatives here Sunday afternoon. Master Russell Holloway of Arles visits grandparents Mr and Mrs Seab Kitchens. Watson Wicker attended business in Oglethorpe Saturday. Mrs A N English and Miss Val Kleckley of Englishville were here Thursday. J A Feagin of Americus visited Mr and Mrs George Wicker Tuesday. J W Harris of Adairsville looked after business here last week. Mrs Crude Grant and children of Iglethorpe spent last week with Mr and Mrs Tom Avera. Miss Eula and Gus Kitchens spent Sunday with Orin Holloway at Andersonville. Mr and Mrs R D McNeil and children and Mrs Addie Wicker of New Era were Thursday afternoon guests of Mr and Mrs George Wicker. Education matters dominate today as the charter revision committee recommends abolishing the present board and reviving the old school commission system. The committee plans a six member commission elected from six districts, with Alderman W B Hartsfield backing and Alderman Wiley Moore voting in favor. Councilman Harry York was absent. The committee also recommends against a 20 cent tax increase or shifting school funds, and dismisses various proposed structures for school governance.

Russell Holloway Arles Seab Kitchens Watson Wicker Oglethorpe A. N. English Val Kleckley Englishville J. A. Feagin Americus George Wicker J. W. Harris Adairsville Crude Grant Iglethorpe Tom Avera Eula Gus Kitchens Orin Holloway Andersonville Addie, Wicker New Era School Commission W. B. Hartsfield Wiley Moore Harry York Board of Education Inman

Showdown in Atlanta on council over board stance

In Atlanta on June 20 a definite showdown looms as the city council weighs its attitude toward the present school board. The opposition and supporters mobilize amid tense public debate and preparations for a pivotal vote or decision.

Atlanta

James May Die From Accidental Shooting

Augusta report says Clifford James, resident near Deans Bridge, may die from a back wound after a bullet from County Officer Harry Beavers glanced off a rock and struck him. Beavers surrendered to the sheriff and posted bond.

Augusta Clifford James Dean's Bridge Harry Beavers Rock Young James Beavers

Beaver and officers pursue trio after traffic stop near Dean's bridge

Beaver and county officers chased a trio after a warrant for James' cousin Carl James. In the incident near Dean's bridge an auto with a man and a woman fled. Beaver fired into the ground to halt them, the bullet striking a rock. Brother officers corroborated his statements.

Beaver James Carl James Ie ‘No Mere Dean's Bridge Brother

Denied Fine Car, Boy Takes Poison

June events reported Carl Barth, angered by parents choosing a cheaper car over a preferred high priced model, swallowed poison and died about an hour later. Relatives believed the act was a bluff meant to scare his family. remedial measures were delayed, costing his life.

Green Carl Barth

Five Georgia Cities in Glen Arven Fourth July Tourney

Thomasville reports five Georgia cities will be represented in the Glen Arven Country club Fourth July tournament running July 2 to July 5. The Georgia Florida league will provide ten prizes for lowest scores and a golf medal for the lowest qualifying score. Social events are planned to enhance the tournament with strong local and regional interest.

Thomasville Georgia Glen Arven Florida

Peart and Moonstone Grow Birth Stones for June

In a brief feature, Peart and Moonstone are noted for their June birth stones. The article highlights the popularity of these gems and hints at their cultural significance for birth month jewelry.

Peart and Moonstone

For Sale Practically New Racine Adding Machine

For sale two office pieces in near new condition including a five column adding machine and an Underwood typewriter No 5. Phone 313 cr 8 17 4¢.

Crabb Underwood

For Rent Desirable bungalow on Brannen avenue

Desirable bungalow on Brannen avenue with immediate possession. Phone number 724-193¢ provided for inquiries.

Brannen Avenue Phobe

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