07 Nov 1922
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1922
Page
1
Spanbler dated report says five more bodies recovered at the Reilly mine, total dead 49 with 33 rescued alive. Abe Craig, 22, earns the “cot of honor” for guiding coworkers to fresh air and aiding survivors during the boiler room cave-in and after damp surge.
The Times-Recorder will publish a special American Legion Edition on Wednesday November 8 featuring the usual news and features in addition to Legion content. The notice signals an expanded edition with enhanced coverage for veterans and community events.
The 5,000 acre Clay plantation in Sumter and Lee counties will stay with Mrs. Mary B. Clay until her death, then equally divide between Clifford C. Clay Jr. and Henry Clay. Six deeds and $109,009 paid to each son document the transfer, reconveyance, and future division plan, with detailed lot allocations in Sumter and Lee counties.
New Brunswick New Jersey November 7 Investigation into a plot to obstruct justice in the Hall Mills murder case continues Special Attorney General Mott plans to seek an indictment of the woman in gray later in the week based on Mrs Jane Gibsons testimony He says the inquiry is hampered by witnesses not fully informing authorities
Henry Stevens, brother of the widow of Rector Hall, killed with Mrs Mills, grows restless over the investigation delay. He and his wife say they will leave town for a world tour, believing authorities have had time to investigate and intend to begin the trip soon.
In Americus the automobile committee asks every car owner to enter their vehicle in the Big Parade on Saturday November 11. The aim is to field the largest crowd in the section, with many spectators expected in the city.
Reports from Constantinople say Kemalist forces gain momentum while Allied demands for evacuation are rejected. Allied commissioners discuss the issue with the civil governor as three additional Turkish classes are mobilized. Paris reports orders to preserve order include potential martial law and another French dreadnought joining the fleet. British forces retreat from Mosul in Northern Mesopotamia.
The American Legion outlined Armistice day events with 26 floats secured for the parade and a Camp Benning band heading to Americas. A Friday barbecue led by J. L. Glawson will feed about 100 hogs, and a dance with anticipated attendance by the Queen will cap the day’s program. Merchants prepare window displays including Rylander Shoe Co with a From Rags to Riches scene and $10,000 on display. Names of floats include Kiwanis Club and Americus Lighting Co among others. In other news, Turkish authorities condemned a death sentence as Allied notes demanded release within 48 hours.
London readers are anxious as Kemalist demands on the Allies in Constantinople ignite suspicion. News scarcity in the past 36 hours deepens unease, with all London newspapers echoing distrust of Turkish Nationalists and their aims.
Voters in Sumter face a tight decision on creating Peach County as Houston and Peach supporters campaign districts. Heavy turnout anticipated with both sides active, wage of the statewide primary includes governor Clifford Walker and other state officers. Results expected tonight as Peach county question hinges on close margins.
Americus High School football will host Lanier in Americus Friday at 3 PM moving from Macon. Americus fans favor the switch as the team boosts confidence after a loss of Collins to Marion Institute and prepares for future games in Columbus on Nov 17 and Macon on Nov 24. The Poets, after a Columbus defeat, aim to rebound and challenge the local squad in a premier gridiron clash.
The Americus cotton page notes there is no daily market listing today because of the general election. The weather forecast remains on the opposite side of the page as usual.
Americus voters prepare for a city election tomorrow with four candidates for mayor and a strong aldermanic contest. Registration has surged, with about 1700 eligible voters tomorrow under two polls. Candidates Clark Poole Beil and Johnson campaign on better business management while alleging no pollside activity.
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