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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1914

Page

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Democrats True Followers Of Inavs Secretary Daniels

A brief note references the Democratic group as true followers of in avs and mentions Secretary Josephus Daniels.

AVS Josephus Daniels

Elite Theater Reopens After Spring Cleaning Remodel

Mrs. Murphy, manager, unveiled a spring dress for the Elite Theater after a several hundred dollar upgrade. The venue now features a freshly painted front, new interior walls and ceiling, and electric fans. Hagenback-Wallace shows drew crowds as the box office adopted a tent-like look with sawdust outside. The cinema promises pleasant music and a reel of entertaining pictures for day and evening audiences.

Murphy Elite Theater Elite Civic Department

Red Cross Stations Set for Veteran Reunion Relief

Washington April 13 The Red Cross Society will open five relief stations at the Veteran Reunion. Red Cross nurses will direct relief work and assist attendees with medical aid and support during the event.

Associated Press Washington, D. C The Red Cross Society Red Cross

Judge Horace Holden for Governor Run Noted in Athens

The text notes Judge Horace Holden from Athens seeking the governorship, highlighting his long service as a chief and his numerous friends across the central and southern state. It mentions his candidacy and the support expected from loyal supporters.

In-Runaway Accident Injures Veteran Driver

Yesterday morning a veteran driver named Phillipa was badly injured when his horse bolted in a runaway, throwing him from the cart. He suffered a fractured skull and bruises and was taken home to recover amid reports of fever and continued concerns for his condition.

Phillipa

Graves to address Athens at University Chapel

Henry Graves chief forester of the United States forest service will speak at the University of Georgia chapel in Athens today at 10 o'clock. He succeeds the late Pinchot and speaks to students and the public by invitation of the chancellor dean and Prof. Alexander Akerman. The public is urged to attend.

Athens Henry 8. Graves United States Forest Service University of Georgia Forester Pinchot Alexander Akerman Forestry Graves

Six Arrested in Deportation Plot Against Preacher Critic

Denver April 13 Associated Press six men Jeremiah Cronin Frank Loran William Dolan Frank Nugent Barney Sylvester and Timothy Callahan were indicted on charges of arousing the deportation of Rev Otis J Spurgeon of Des Moines who was lecturing here and accused Catholic clergy of immorality He was beaten and removed from a hotel at night and lay in critical condition for days

Associated Press Denver Colo Jeremiah Cronin Frank Loran William Dolan Frank Nugent Barney Sylvester Timothy Callahan Otis J Spurgeon Des Moines

President Opposes Congress Set Up Tentative Anti Trust Bills

President Wilson voiced clear disapproval of Congress plans to curb the tentative anti trust program this session. House members on the judiciary committee will push a single measure combining the tentative trust bills and labor demand for restricting court injunction power. Sen Newlands indicated an Interstate Commerce Committee report on the general trust bill soon, possibly with a proposal to create an interstate trade commission to investigate the full matter for the next session.

Congress Associated Press Washington Wilson House Judiciary Committee Newlands Senate Interstate Commerce Committee Interstate Trade Commission

Tolls Dispute Shapes Capitol Discussion

Washington press reports a committee session focusing on tolls while deeming exemptions in shipping tolls invalid. E T Chamberlain, federal navigation commissioner, argues the government cannot exempt tolls and notes repealing exemption clauses signals no intent to reinterpret the Hay Pauncefote treaty.

Pce Press Washington Commissioner ‘of Navigation United States

Sons of Vets Meeting at City Hall Tonight

The local chapter of the Sons of Confederate Veterans invites all members and interested men to a smoker tonight at 8:30 at city hall. Commander D P Haselton will host with his compliments. Discussion will cover chapter representation at the Jacksonville reunion and eligible new members are encouraged to attend.

Sons of Confederate Veterans D. P. Haselton Jacksonville

Speeders Beware Warns of City Machine Law Violators

A local notice warns that daily docketed cases target prominent residents for speed violations and other machine-law offenses. Fines have risen from 33 to 5 dollars, with a special officer actively pursuing speeders. The city aims to collect revenue but warns the public to heed speed limits while listing fresh produce from Arnold & Abney.

Federal measures guard mails and curb violations

A Madison Morgan county grand jury session heard Judge Freeman explain that felonies require indictment by a grand jury before criminal information can be filed. He listed offenses including mail protection, whiskey and slave laws, pure food and internal revenue laws as federal matters. The panel, with 23 members, must have at least twelve concurring to return a true bill, with a quorum of sixteen. The jury then worked the rest of the day on matters presented by officers and the district attorney.

Saig BieQueen J.J. Freeman Madison Morgan County Newman Federal Grand Jury Howard Grand Jury Tistrist

Salute to American flag sparks Mexican crisis report

Vera Cruz April 13 General Gustavo Maas Federal commander here said his government ordered General Morelos Zaragoza at Tampico not to salute the American flag as an apology for arresting marines. He claimed Zaragoza offered ample apology and that the salute would insult national dignity. Washington April 13 President Wilson hopes for the salute amid uncertain Mexican developments. Navy officials cite U S fleet strength off Tampico and weak Federals. John Lind, Wilson’s representative, says Bryan does not speak for publication and will confer with Wilson. New Orleans April 13 transport Hancock orders cancelled. hospital ship Solace sails for Tampico to aid refugees.

Associated Press Vera Cruz Gustavo Maas Morelos Zaragonza Tampico Maas Zaragoza Washington, D. C Tamisco Wilson Navy Department John Lind Mexico Bryan Lind Huerta New Orleans Hancock

Police capture burglars in store theft case

Sanders Kenny Joe Brooks Ed Strickland and Russ Strickland, all colored, were arrested for burglarizing F. H. Dorsey store or receiving stolen goods. Burglary occurred about two months ago. Police recovered four suits, a suitcase, and a hat last week with more items still missing. Authorities believe Kenny entered, Brooks aided, and the Stricklands concealed items.

Sanders Kenny Joe Brooks Ed Strickland Russ Strickland F. H. Dorsey Kenny Brooks Strickland Brothers

Hart County Man Freed After Whiskey Bath Defense

Joe Lankford of Hart County was arraigned on selling whiskey in violation of federal law. He claimed doctors ordered him to bathe a severely injured floor with salt water and whiskey. the judge believed him and the case was dismissed at preliminary trial.

Joe Lankford Hart County Cornett Unite States Internal Revenue

Banks readying subscriptions for reserve stock

Washington April 13. Many banks have already sent subscriptions for reserve stock in the reserve banks in their districts. Funds will be returned until the organization committee notifies that the system is ready for funds. The Athens Coca-Cola Bottling Company has taken a position with String Beans Arnold & Abny.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Athens Coca-Cola

Street Car Employee with Coca Cola Co J R D Smith

R D Smith, a seven year veteran of Railway and Electric, is hailed as a valuable man for his work with the street car service and Coca Cola Company collaboration.

Coca-Cola CO R. D. Smith Railway and Electric

Meeting Series of Young Leaders Sparks Local Interest

A series of gatherings focusing on youth leadership drew attention from community groups and educators. Organizers described planned activities and speakers aimed at promoting civic engagement among young residents, with dates and venues announced for upcoming sessions.

Russian Jews Granted Naturalization in Federal Court

Yesterday morning in federal court Moses Buchwald Abram Brooks and Sam Cutler all Russian subjects and all of the Jewish faith were granted naturalization Nick Deakides will have his witnesses present this morning at 10 o clock and will doubtless be made in reality what he has wished to be for a long time a Red White and Blue man

Moses Buchwald Abram Brooks Sam Cutler Nick Deakides

Bright Little Baby Boy Passes Away in Georgia Home

The death occurred at 860 College Avenue of eighteen month old Vines Horace, son of Mr. and Mrs. V. Martin. Funeral services are set for 2:30 this afternoon from the family home, conducted by Rev. Robert M. Dixon, with burial to follow in Oconee Cemetery.

College Avenue Vines Horace V. Martin Oconee Robert M. Dixon

Peddler Charged With Kidnapping in Opelousas

Opelousas Louisiana April 13 trial of W C Walters itinerant peddler charged with kidnapping five year old Robert son of S P Dunbar has been postponed to allow defense to confer with witnesses Walters claims the boy is illegitimate son of Julia Anderson of Barnesville North Carolina who says she gave the boy to Walters

Associated Press Opelousas W. C. Walters Robert S. P. Dunbar Walters Julia Anderson Barnesville N. C

The Fall of France at Classic Theater

Athens presents a three reel feature The Fall of France depicting the 1870 1871 battles between France and Germany. The film promises startling realism in setting action and costume and offers about an hour of thrilling historical entertainment for history students and general audiences. Remember where: 1 Classic College avenue.

Athens College Avenue France Germany

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Democrats Saptist Omurgh Horace Holden Tion Baer Promsbeeng Judge Holden Ciief Federal Commissioner “of Navigation Sons OF Vets Speeders Arnold & Abney String Beans Arnold & Abnby Russia
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