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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1912
Page
6
LaGrange Ga April 2 J A Perry buys the LaGrange Reporter vowing repair and fair pricing. The paper will ban medical ads and speculative investments while offering uniform higher rates for ads and seeking reader input and constructive criticism to improve the paper.
Atlanta April 2 A Confederate veteran J R Hunter of Athens sends a gavel carved from the famed Toombs Oak that stood before the University of Georgia chapel to Senate President John M Slaton. The gift includes a matching acorn charm and a race mascot claim linked to Governor-elect. The oak once inspired students with Robert Toombs words and stood near the university chapel before being removed in 1909. Governor Slaton will present the gavel when the senate reconvenes.
Atlanta plans to revive the Oglethorpe University lineage by uniting Southwestern Presbyterian University and Columbia Theological Seminary under church direction. Forty two Atlantans pledged 42000 already, aiming to fund site and operations for a new university valued near one million dollars. The move follows earlier discussions and promises to relocate the two institutions to Atlanta.
Six room bungalow for rent near L C Institute with all conveniences. Telephone 764. Ct.
Special to the Banner reports city engineers expect a skyscraper height limit within a decade as sunlit streets fade into canyons. Gambling thrives amid luxury palaces while police struggle. Gramercy Park wanes as commercial growth drives out aristocrats. Dog ward protests erupt in Westchester suburbs with threats of riots.
A new newsboys club has opened in the former headquarters of a local historical society. The ornate building now houses a full fledged club where newsboys can enjoy all club privileges, a novelty after years of gathering in a gym and playground. Any boy with a nickel can join and partake in the facilities.
A list honors several figures on birthday milestones including Margaret Anglin the Canadian actress aged 36, John Burroughs the naturalist 75, Georges Ohnet the French novelist 64, Marie Delna the opera star 37, Arthur Byron the actor 40, Earl Loreburn the English lord chancellor 66, and Andrew J. Peters the Massachusetts congressman 40.
About one thousand cotton goods manufacturers gathered in Washington at the Raleigh hotel for the American Cotton Manufacturers Association's 16th annual convention. President Ellison A. Smyth opened sessions with addresses on tariffs and industry issues, followed by talks from government and industry leaders. Tomorrow features speakers on Central and South American markets and mill construction with Taft to host guests at the White House.
In New England many descendants of American Revolutionary soldiers remain living past 90 and some over 100. An advertisement promotes Vinol cod liver with iron as energy and appetite booster for the elderly, with a testimonial from A. M. Bassford of Harrisonburg Virginia claiming three years use and ongoing vitality. The seller H. R. Palmer & Sons of Athens Georgia guarantees results and offers money back if unsatisfied.
Atterson W. Rucker member of the First Colorado district marks his 65th birthday today. Darius Miller president of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad turns 70 today.
In Atlanta on April 2 the fate of Eugene H. Grace hangs on whether he will be operated on. Reports swirl of postponements and renewed hope as Grace, sinking and given days to live, weighs surgery against a mysterious tragedy at 29 East Eleventh Street. Mrs. Grace remains in quiet seclusion as supporters cite linked spinal injury recoveries to bolster hope.
Announcements show R C Orr and R L Bramblett seeking Ordinary of Clarke County in the Democratic primary. S B Wingfield Sr campaigns for re election as Ordinary. E Lmer J Crawford seeks Clerk Superior Court. A candidate for Tax Collector also speaks of May 1st primary.
Candidates announce campaigns for Clarke county offices with first names and surnames listed for Tax Receiver J H Dorsey Coroner N Weatherly J W McIntyre Surveyor Ben H Barrow Treasurer E I Smith Sr Sheriff Walter E Jackson. All say subject to the Democratic primary on May 1.
Franks Lipscomb submits for representative of Clarke County in Georgia general assembly under Democratic party action. He signs the notice respectfully to seek party support.
In Georgia, candidate Mary C. Griffith filed for the office of representative in the general assembly. The announcement outlines her bid, party status, and campaign goals as she seeks election.
A candidate slate announces for the state senate in the thirtieth district under the Democratic primary. R Toombs and Du Bose headline the ticket in a two person run, signaling district contesting for party nomination.
Two candidates seek the office of solicitor general for the Western circuit. John B. Gamble and W H Quarterman file their candidacies, subject to Democratic party action.
In the Western circuit race for solicitor general the nomination rests with the Democratic party. R. L. J. Smith and W. A. Stevenson are named in connection with the party action and its endorsement of a candidate.
A compiled list of fraternal lodge meetings in Athens detailing Masons Knights of Pythias and other orders. Includes meeting nights locations on Clayton Street Max Joseph Building and Woodmen Hall with officers and contact notes.
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