Athens wins bid to host Woodmen convention in 1915
In Thomasville a decisive vote selected Athens Georgia as the site for the next Woodmen of the World grand lodge convention to be held in spring 1915. Athens Camp boasts over 300 members, rapid growth, a brass band, a women's department, and strong local organization with Chamber support and broad invitations.
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Woodmen of
Georgia
Athens
Thomasville
Rome
Chamber of Commerce
C. C. Callaway
Grand Lodge
South
J. D. Severns
Geo. B
Harry Davis
Geo. B. Davis
Geo. B. Davis, Jr
Tulane and Georgia Meet Today in Southeast Southwest Battle
The Southeast meets the Southwest as Georgia and Tulane clash on Sanford Field this afternoon in the first ever game between the two. Corley will pitch for Georgia after a rested week, while Tulane’s lineup should mirror their usual setup. The game starts at 3:30 with Beusse likely umpiring.
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Tulane
Georgia
Sanford Field
Empire
Louisiana
Alabama
Southern Inter-Collegiate Athletic Association
Corley
Geor
Negro Holds Up South Carolina Officers With Habeas Corpus Suit
A Georgia writer reports that Frank Grey, a Black man, eluded Anderson County officers for a year after a highway shooting. In Cannon he was captured and jailed in Athens. Grey then aided by Shackelford and Smith filed habeas corpus before Judge Brand to gain release. Requisition papers from Georgia Governor may be sought to return him to South Carolina if needed.
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South Carolina
Anderson
8. C
Cannon
A. G. Thompson
W. M. Strickland
Athens
Brooks
T. J. Shackelford
W. M. Smith
Judge Brand
Georgia
Palmetto
Athens Opticians Enjoy Best Convention Yet
Yesterday morning the Optical Association wrapped up in Athens after what members called the best convention ever. Attendees praised Athens in every way, with some extending their stay to yesterday. The next meeting will be in Atlanta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Optical Association
Athens
Atlanta
Contractor Clecklers Oversees Courthouse Foundation
Work on the Clarke county courthouse foundation proceeds with contractor Clecklers supervising the concrete pits. A large local crew is employed by Ath ens with one non resident, under foreman Mr. Sage, as steel reinforcement rods are set and concrete poured. Nearby vendor listings note fresh vegetables at Williamson's with a varied stock including beans squash potatoes onions beets tomatoes oranges and grapefruit.
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Clecklers
Clarke County
Athens
Sage
Will Case Likely Settled In Athens Court
The will of Mrs. Annie E. Toomer is expected to be withdrawn from the courts as settlement is pursued. Executor Dr. G T Canning was unaware of any accord, while relatives disputed the testament. The estate includes major Athens business blocks valued in the thousands, most going to an adopted daughter Mrs. Wilson, with Judge Orr having sustained the will at a hearing.
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Annie E. Toomer
G. T. Canning
Athens
Wilson
Orr
Superior Court
Devil's Disciple at Colonial Tonight by Uni Versity Thalians
The University Thalians stage Shaw's Devil's Disciple at the Colonial tonight in a high class amateur production. James M. Lynch stars as the title role with Miss Mary Lyndon as the lead female. Full cast includes Mrs Dudgeon, Christy Dudgeon, Pastor Anderson, and others. showtime 8:30 pm with admission 50 cents to 1 dollar.
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Shaw
University Thalians
James M. Lynch
Mary Lyndon
Dudgeon
Richard
May Smith
Elizabeth Smith
Christy Dudgeon
Rhodes Slade Pastor Anderson
Henry G. Howard
Anderson
William Dudgeon
Charles W. Jacobson
Hawkins
Alban Reed
Richard Dudgeon
Lewis Pinkussohn
Swindon
Victor Victor
Burgoyne
Edgar B. Dunlap
Brudenell
Julian Hirschberg
New Councilman In Place Of Fourth Ward Alderman
The regular monthly meeting of the mayor and council was held last night. The council ratified actions from last Monday and consolidated the Fourth ward alderman election held last Tuesday. Hugh H. Gordon was elected without opposition and took the oath of office. The mayor administered the oath and Gordon immediately joined the proceedings.
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Hugh H. Gordon
Gordon
Athens Chamber of Commerce to Hold Monthly Meeting
The Athens chamber of commerce meets at 8:30 PM in the city hall council room. President Andrew C. Erwin and Secretary C. C. Callaway urge full attendance, especially committees and new members, as a gold watch awaits the member who recruits the most new names by the April meeting.
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Chamber of Commerce of
Athens
Andrew C. Erwin
C. C. Callaway
Georgia to pay veterans and widows in final pension wave
The state announces sufficient funds to immediately pay the remaining pension balance of about 156000 to veterans and widows. Governor Brown ordered the warrant issued once the treasury honor is received, with 21 counties listed to receive funds in the coming days.
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dho“Bankr
Atlanta
Treasury
Speer
Lindsey
Brown
Banks
Butler
Carroll
Clarke
Clinch
Crawford
Franklin
Gilmer
Grady
Greene
Hart
Heard
Jenkins
Johnson
Lincoln
Lumpkin
Taliaferro
Towns
Walker
Wilkinson
Fulton County
Georgia selects debaters for intercollegiate contest
In Athens last night the University of Georgia chose Ira Funkenstein and H L Rogers to represent the school against Washington and Lee with B H Chappell as alternate. Georgia will argue the affirmative on the labor unions are inimical to national welfare proposition against Tulane, with W A Mann and Calvin George assigned the negative.
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University of Georgia
Georgia
Washington and Lee
Athens
Ira Funkenstein
H. L. Rogers
B. H. Chappell
Tulane
Messrs
W. A. Mann
Milner
Calvin George
Madison
Baseball Opens With Surprising Upends Across Leagues
Yesterday’s action saw Boston blank New York 8 0 as the Nationals swept a top rivalry. Brooklyn routed Philadelphia 11 3 while Pittsburg Cincinnati and several other NL and AL games were rained out or postponed. Alabama Tulane and Trinity V M I games reported with a mix of results.
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Boston
Nationals
Athens
McGraw
Giants
New York
Brooklyn
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Chicago
Detroit
Washington
Chicago-Cleveland
Southern
Chatanooga
Atlanta
Mobile
New Orleans
Montgomery
Memphis
Nashville
Birmingham
College
Alabama
Tulane
Auburn
Florida
Trinity
V. M
Sewanee
Michigan
Montana Dick Flashes on Stage Amid Mixed Weather
For the last half of the week Mr. Lawrence presents Montana Dick with a two night and matinee engagement. The play pleases audiences though rain hampers hearing in the back, and many agree the production stands among his best.
Price List At Williamson's Market
String Beans, 2 quarts for 25c. New Irish potatoes, 2 quarts 25c. Yellow squash, 10c the pound. Fresh beets, green cabbage. Arnolds & Abney. California canned sliced peaches heavy syrup. Very fine with cream. At Williamson's.
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Arnold & Abney
California
Williamson's
Remarkable $500 gift boosts Y M C A appeal in Athens
The Athens Y M C A reports a secret donor sent a cashier's check for $500 to General Secretary Forbes to aid current expenses. The gift follows prior shortfalls from a $4,000 fundraising gap and a $1,000 loss from transferring student memberships. The donor's name is kept confidential. The note praises the association's work and its aim to advance His Kingdom.
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Young Men’s Christian Association of Athens
Association
Forbes
Citizens’ Bank and Trust Company
College Association
Heidler
Athens
Mr. Heidler
Citizens Bank and Trust Company
Chamber of Commerce to push street railway extension
Tonight the Chamber of Commerce will hear Messrs B F Wood and R T Wright seek active support for extending trolley lines into Barberville and through East Athens. A large petition, signed by Bundireti, reflects strong Barberville interest in a railway, signaling serious intent to the electric company.
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Chamber of Commerce
Messrs
B. F. Wood
R. T. Wright
Barberville
Athens
Bundireti
Electric Company
Georgia Association of State and Municipal Health Officials formed
Dr James C Bloomfield led the creation of a Georgia association for health board officers from cities and counties. The first annual meeting will be in Savannah April 15 1913 at 10 am in the city hall. Attendees from boards of health urged. Dr Hiram Byrd of Florida invited to speak on Leprosy.
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James C. Bloomfield
Athens
Georgia Association of State and Municipal Health Officials
Georgia
Savannah
State Board of Health
Board of Health
Cians
Hiram Byrd
Florida
E. E. Murphy
Augusta
A. V. Wood
Brunswick
V. H. Bassett
Lost silver marked "D" sought by police
The police acknowledge possession of silver tableware engraved with the letter D, believed stolen. If you have lost items matching this description, contact the detective force to identify and recover them.
Retailers Set Earlier Closed Evenings in Spring
City stores will soon adopt a spring agreement to close earlier on weekday evenings, while railroads plan to shut freight depot offices at 1 pm each Saturday afternoon until fall. Arnold and Abney advertise head lettuce, young beans, Irish potatoes, and strawberries.
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Arnold & Abney
Grafting Common in the City of Athens
The notice reports pecan trees being budded in Athens to improve nut production with many homes in dense areas harboring several trees. The text also includes a Sunday school notice for Emanuel Church, inviting officers and teachers to meet at the Rectory, and a short family illness update for the Cranes plus local ads for strawberries and potato chips.
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Emmanuel Church Sunday School
Troy Beatty
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Gia
Cunningham
Beusse
Frank Grey
Carol
Ina
Opticians
Fears, Grocery Co
al Williamson
Indian River
Thalians
Devil
Postels
The
Fears Grocery Co
Chamber Commerce
Umps
Colonial
B. A. Crane
Benjamin
Ar ‘Hold & Abney
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