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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1922
Page
6
Two hard up university students recount an afternoon trip from Oconee Street to the aviation field. They describe the sun dusty roads and their first airplane ride lifting them above a shrinking Classic City as streets and people appear tiny yet distinct. The thrill is unforgettable and they urge Athenians to share the experience.
An aviator offers an unusual angle to see the city and relax from earthly cares. The pitch promises heavenly views and a chance to add fine pictures to your collection with a limited aerial experience.
A NY press roundup covers Mrs Mrs Stoner from Cort to Cortland. Reporters note a large crowd and police summoned at a demonstration on teaching children using a typewriter dictionary and the Book of Knowledge. Frederick Schoff lauds her original ideas on child training.
Arran Pre agents Edward F. Newberry T K Nelson and J T Drake were charged with murder in the Adrian area after a raid that left P Barwick dead. They appeared for a preliminary hearing before three judges led by Judge W J Wallace with J H Hall and Ben Gillis as justices of the peace. Assistant Serian District Attorney Redding attended for the government.
Attica Baptist church will hold services next Sunday at 3 o'clock in the afternoon with Sunday school at 2 o'clock. The pastor Rev H M Massey will preach. The public is invited. Several local residents were noted visiting relatives and friends this weekend in nearby towns.
The paper notes Bill Heart, famed stuntman and desert figure, showcases his blend of fearlessness and sensitivity in Selfish Yates at the Elite Theatre. His journey from California to New York drew nationwide attention and a massive ovation, highlighting his bold screen presence and noted humanity.
Visitor list notes Mr P L Duncan in Dergrass Sunday Mrs J T Hale weekend with parents at Princeton Miss Moira Freeman home from Martin Institute for the weekend Miss Addie Holliday visited Athens Thursday Mr Shadd continues quitell at the home of Mr M T McDougald
Washington reports the Senate quickly ratified two arms conference treaties with overwhelming votes. Sixty six senators backed the Far Eastern pact by roll call, while 59 supported the tariff revision treaty with only one dissenting vote from Senator King. Debate on the Far Eastern treaty was brief though Borah warned of future implications. Hitchcock clashed over tariff details and Underwood defended the pact.
The Highway Weather Service reports no rain on Thursday in Georgia but showers began early Friday in the northern part of the state. Shower frequency in the north contributed to deterioration on rural routes and the Tallulah Falls road. Atlanta roads remain fair though bumpy as rainfall is expected to end late Friday and fair weather to follow.
Prevail but with somewhat lower temperature. Conditions will be favorable during the next few days for general improvement in roads throughout Georgia.
Food retail listing highlights fresh seafood such as roe shad buck shad and mackerel with prices. Also features fresh produce like asparagus cucumbers lettuce peppers tomatoes and new potatoes from KING-HODGSON CO. plus cheeses and dried fruits.
Mrs Cochran of Greene County is spending a few days with Miss Neal Cochran. The visit highlights local family ties and hospitality in the county.
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