14 May 1923
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1923
Page
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European passengers were terrorized aboard the Taishan when pirates disguised as travelers overpowered the crew near Swatow. The ship sailed two hours at night without lights and abandoned near a creek mouth, transferring loot valued at $60,000 to a small boat.
May 14 Linoneng dispatches report that Wen the bandit chief sent a message warning that captives would be killed within two days if terms were not met. Consuls from the American French and Italian legations say Pekin messengers are with the bandits and troops are not pressing them, reducing danger to captives.
American physician Dr Thomas Coole of Kansas says most Chinese bandits show little fear and he knows them well after returning to New York amid ongoing coverage. details continue on page two.
Bradley Hogg as liquidating agent of Commercial City bank announces a week long payout of about 1800 to depositors. The six percent dividend comes from bank securities and the 100 percent stockholder assessment, though heirs of ex president Wheatley contest his estate. Real estate levied for fines remains tied up in court, limiting further distributions.
Jack Matthews, state Christian Endeavor field worker, visits Americus Wednesday to speak at the Christian church on the work and development of Endeavor. The 7:36 PM session aims to inspire and educate members, with Matthews noted as a leading worker in the field.
A traditional Shetland vong is attributed to origin in Norway, with the claim reflecting folk beliefs about cross Nordic influences in island culture. No further details provided in the field.
First pictures printed show Willard downing Floyd Johnson at the end of the 11th round in New York Saturday. Firpo's knockout punch on McAuliffe also appears. Published in the Times-Recorder on Page 4 as the latest sport pictorials.
Pete Evans is dead and Ed Robertson is jailed after a late Saturday shooting on the L. G. Council lower plantation between Americus and Cobb. Robertson confessed to firing a single shotgun shot during an argument over a small debt for medicine. Sheriff Harvey arrived soon after. Evans' wife witnessed the event.
The Americus district of the Methodist Episcopal Church South will meet in Cuthbert on June 5 and 6 under Presiding Elder W. C. Lovett of Dawson. Delegates from Americus First Church include W. P. Wallis and others, with alternates Wille Marshall and others. Lee Street Church delegates listed, plus many Americus visitors expected.
Lucian Trowbridge a 15 year old messenger for Western Union fell three stories from a Five Points roof while attempting to rob pigeon nests. An awning broke his fall and likely saved his life though he was severely injured. His companion Herbert Toler accompanied him to the hospital. A crowd beneath the Marietta street entrance to Liggett's Drug Store narrowly escaped injury.
Columbus census reports 8 552 school age children, an increase of 2 951 since 1918. In 1923 white children number 6 015 and negro children 2 537, compared with 2 854 white and 1 767 negro in 1918.
Mrs Annie Smith of Atlanta dies of injuries after a car crash in Griffin while speeding to Americus to attend Miss Eula Patten's funeral. Her daughter Sallie Laura Smith is badly hurt. Patten had died after being stricken on an Americus street. funeral held near Plains. Survived by husband J H Smith and several children and relatives.
Federal treas ury agents notify Americus social clubs to pay overdue taxes on club dues. Taxes are monthly and payable now. Penalties waived if paid by Tuesday evening to avoid further cost. Law applies to all social clubs nationwide.
Atlanta May 14 The film Cotton-Dixie's Greatest Crop documents modern cotton production from plowing under boll weevil habitat to dusting the plant and other steps between ground preparation and cotton delivery to the gin. It aims to instruct planters in up-to-date cultural practices and will be circulated through the department's distribution system.
The Talking Studebaker exhibition at Gatewood Motor Co on Jackson Street drew a large crowd who marveled at the mechanical ingenuity. The specially built car, noted as one of the most perfect pieces of mechanism seen locally, will remain on display tomorrow for visitors.
Reports say the Great Wall will be dismantled and its bricks and stone reused in construction projects. Authorities plan to repurpose historic material for new building purposes.
A London study shows family sizes declining as urban living costs rise and housing pressures push households toward smaller compositions. Researchers note fewer children per couple and more single-adult households forming across the capital.
The Woman's Auxiliary of the John D. Mathis Post, American Legion, will meet Tuesday at 7:30 PM in Legion headquarters. All Auxiliaries members are urged to attend for flag presentation by Mrs. Lawson Stapleton. A social hour with refreshments provided by Auxiliary members follows. The group also funded a Memorial Fund in France and aided post plans.
In Macon on May 14 the Continental Packing company started the season with 115 workers. For the first time in Georgia asparagus will be canned. Employment is expected to rise to about 650 by June 15, with daily output planned at 10,000 pounds and the firm claiming superior quality to California produce.
Columbus May 14 Roland B Daniel has been re elected superintendent of the Columbus public schools after the monthly trustees meeting He has served in the role for 12 years A total of 170 teachers were selected in addition to two medical inspection department members
Federal authorities take over the case from Florida officers as Sheriff Jones of this county, a Martin Tabert case figure, is arrested on conspiracy and kidnapping charges. Indicted with William Fisher and Walter Higginbotham after inquiry into Ned Thompson’s death. Fisher to be arrested at Cross City. Higginbotham to be tried on murder in Tabert case. Jones released on a $2,000 bond.
In Dublin on May 14 George Pope aged 50 suffered a severed head and a left arm amputated after an axe attack. His son in law Will Tipton was arrested. The couple argued frequently with Pope’s daughter, who sought her father's counsel. Tipton says the assault was justifiable self defense.
D. H. Horton died at 57 after a two year illness. The body left Americus at 6 40 Sunday for Carrollton where funeral and interment occurred. Survived by widow seven daughters and eight sons. Horton owned and tilled a plantation once Dr E T Mathis. He was a Carrollton Mason and active in local affairs.
Leslie High School defeated Cordele High 26 to 0 in a quick game at Cordele Diamond. Cox pitched a no hitter with 10 strikeouts while Leslie’s E Hines Bradley and Bailey led heavy hitting. A H S faces Albany next Tuesday in Albany.
In a historic note, Norman rulers embraced St George as the patron saint for the island. Isle of Man features a heraldic cut without a tail in its traditional symbolism.
Six young people, three women and three men, drowned after leaping from a trestle on Campbell's Island to escape an oncoming street car. They had attended a dance in East Moline and were returning home when the accident occurred. One body recovered.
London reports from official circles say Moscow’s response to the British note is an avoidance of a rupture. Britain is ready to discuss with Krassin, but Lord Curzon demands adequate redress and apologies for alleged wrong, pledging no long discursive explanations.
A public contest promises free tickets to Rylander and the Opera House each Monday and Thursday for finding errors in telephone book listings. The first 20 responses win tickets, while $50 gold goes to correct answers. participation requires following page three instructions and submitting coupons.
Rome reports its outstanding indebtedness dropped from 45 112 01 to 22 816 87 dollars in the past year per the auditor’s yearly report. The balance sheet shows substantial curtailment of municipal obligations.
Savannah May 14 The Chatham County police will stop speeders on county roads and bring them to police court Chief W F Chapman says A number of accidents in the city vicinity is blamed on speeding motorists This action aims to curb reckless driving and reduce crashes in the area
Fifty people killed and about a hundred injured by a tornado three miles from Colorado, Texas, near Big Springs. Reports come via telephone as lines were cut, with worst damage reported 40 miles from Big Springs.
Eight bodies have been brought to Colorado City with more on the way as relief workers count twelve dead in the storm that swept farms and ranches across Mitchell county. A man and his two children were killed at Spade ranch, while the tornado traced a 25 mile path through the region.
A long distance message from Sweetwater reported that a tornado hit Loraine in Mitchell county at 11 o clock. The death toll is not expected to exceed four with perhaps eight people injured, all farmers.
Americus faced Lanier High on Saturday with Kenson Finley delivering a strong pitching performance. The decisive moment came when an umpire ruled a close play safe despite a near tag that left fans and players disputing the call.
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