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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1921

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Georgia Defeats Michigan in opening two game series

Georgia took the first of a two game series with Michigan 6 to 4 at Sanford Field. George Clarke starred with three hits including a homer and pitched effectively. The second game is set for 3 20 this afternoon with Dekle facing Ruzika.

Michigan Georgia Sanford Field George Clarke Costa’s Pathe Dekle Hemognd Ruzika Atenw Wolverines Serina Bulldogs Clarke Dixon Oy Tenite VanBaven Perrin Alt Tong Fitts Pixon al VanBaven Perrin

Georgia track team heads to first dual meet with Clemson

The University of Georgia track squad departs for its season opener against Clemson College. Thirteen athletes travel with coach and manager to confront Clemson, led by Dr. Stewart a veteran track organizer newly appointed as Clemson’s coach.

University of Georgia Clemson College Clemson Stewart Far West

Emergency tariff and anti-dumping bill passes House

In Washington on April 15 the Young emergency tariff and anti-dumping bill cleared the House by 249 to 112 with 2 present after a stormy session. The measure, largely identical to the Fordney bill vetoed by Wilson, adds an anti-dumping provision and American valuation for duties and now goes to the Senate.

Associated Press Washington, D. C House Senate Wilson

Flags at Half Mast as Empress Augusta Is Buried

Flags fly at half mast in Potsdam as bands play and shops display black in honor of the former Empress Augusta who will be buried Tuesday with imperial honors at Sans Souci Park. A packed audience attended the Georgia Blue club’s season finale at the Colonial, praised as the best show yet by the university’s performing group.

Associated Presa Posdam Any Potadim Augusta Vietoris Georgia Blue Club Colonial Asaociation

Shine conspiracy cases adjourned in Florence federal court

Florence Ala April 15 The federal district court adjourned after disposing of all but three cases in the alleged moonshine conspiracy linked to the killing of prohibition officer Don Stephenson in Colbert County. Sid Kirby Will Holmes and Jake Smith had their terms in the state penitentiary continued Greenberry Fuller was acquitted Nine others were convicted and sentenced from ninety days to two years.

Associated Press Florence Ala Federal District Court Don Stephenson Colbert County Sid Kirby Will Holmes Jake Smith Stephenson Greenberry Fuller

Paris Poised to Win 1924 Olympic Games

Gaston Vidal, co secretary of state for physical education and sports, told the Associated Press Paris is confident the 1924 Games will be awarded to Paris. He said Holland Sweden and other bidders have abandoned efforts and will support France. Los Angeles reportedly abandoned its bid.

Paris Gaston Vidal Associated Press Today Holland Sweden France Ita Los Angeles

Labor Boards Set to Launch National Steel Union Drive

The American Federation of Labor affiliated councils announce a nationwide steel plant unionization campaign to start June 19 despite unemployment and poor industrial conditions. A Denver meeting will launch education efforts and establish a national headquarters for the steel campaign.

Alated Press Washington, D. C American Federation of Labor Co Ly Co Ly Those Now Unem

Kiwanis Clubs Back Legion Relief Plan for Ex Soldiers

Cleveland April 15 The Kiwanis Club executive committee endorses the American Legion relief program for ex soldiers and urges Kiwanis clubs in about 500 cities to aid its implementation. Assistant Secretary Clark notes 60 000 members stand ready to support care for veterans ahead of the June international convention.

Cleveland Ohio Iwanis American Legion Ane Kiwants Club F. W. Galbraith The Legion Dean Clark International Secre Kiwanis Organization Harding Charles G. Dawes Chicago Kiwanis Club Clark Kiwanti

Louise Glaum Shines at Palace In Sahara

Screen star Louise Glaum appears at the Palace Theater in the new Sahara with her recent Athens success Sex remembered. A Sunshine comedy is also part of today’s Palace bill, giving audiences a varied program of entertainment.

Louise Glaum Palace Theater Sahara Misa Claum Athens Palace

Poteat to Speak Twice at University of Georgia

Dr. E. M. Poteat of Furman University now in New York City will address students at Athens. The first talk is Monday at 9 a.m. in the chapel, the second at 7:30 p.m. in the chapel. The lectures are part of UMC A life-work meetings promoting student discussion for college men and women.

Furman University New York City Athens Poteat America Dr. Poteat University

Mrs. Bulah Underwood Died in Athens at 43

Mrs. Bulah Underwood age 43 of Union Point Ga died in Athens at 6 p m Friday. Funeral and interment Sunday at 11 a m in Union Point with Bernstein Bros in charge and Rev R L Robertson of Union Point Baptist Church to officiate. She was survived by husband A L Underwood four sons three daughters parents two brothers and five sisters. Her character and church activity were noted by friends.

Bulah Underwood Union Point Athens Bernstein Bros R. L. Robertson Union Point Baptist Church

Gonzales Crosses Border in Mexico Revolt Report

Merxico City spring report states Gonzales a former representative crossed the border between Matamoros and Perrimlo into Mexico and is said to be plotting revolt against the government. The War Office released the announcement today detailing the claimed actions and location.

Associated Press Merxico City Zane Gonzales United States Matamoros Fan Perrimlo War Office

Tornado Toll Rises Across Arkansas Texas and Mississippi

Tornadoes wreck towns and take lives across Hempstead County Arkansas Texarkana Texas Copiah County Mississippi and Hope Arkansas. The Coal family perish in Hempstead with multiple fatalities and injuries reported. Relief teams find nine bodies near Sprudel Dolph area while Hope tallies fifteen to twenty dead with extensive damage. Wires down hampered information as survivors recount fatalities and hospitals treat dozens.

Associated Press Shreveport Coal Hempstead County Arkansas Texarkana Tex Copiah County Mias Robert Window Hope Ark Hempstead Ane Sprudel Dolph Atlanta O'Farrell

Prominent Jackson County Leader C C Chandler Dies

Center Ga April 11 Mr C C Chandler a noted Center and Jackson county citizen died at his home from ptomaine poisoning after less than a week of illness Funeral services will be at the Presbyterian church Sunday at 11 am Interment in the nearby cemetery He leaves a widow a daughter Mrs S A Fite a son Claude C Chandler Jr two brothers C B Chandler of Athens and Ralph Chandler of Jacksonville Fla and a sister Mrs L L Ray of Jefferson Chandler served as Center mayor and as clerk of the Jackson County superior court for several terms

Center C. Chandler Jecxccz County Presbyterian Church Tier Jackson County

Funeral services for Mr J Hubert Hardy this morning

Funeral services for Mr Jos Hubert Hardy who died at his residence 1125 Oconee street will be held from Oconee Street Methodist church at 10 this morning. Rev A F Nunn and Rev FP Colle will conduct the service. Remains will be taken to Bethany church Jackson county for interment.

Jos Hubert Hardy Oconee Street Oconee Street Methodist Church A.F. Nunn FP. P. Colle Bethany Church Jackson County Terment

Pact Vote Hinted On Senate Action Against Treaty

Washington April 15 The Colombian treaty faces hostile fire in the Senate but leaders say enough votes exist to ratify next Wednesday. Pro gressives Jolson and Lenroot attack as wrong to Roosevelt and invite blackmail. Watton accuses Lodge of obstructing support as Fall defends U S friendship and warns against payments linked to colonial claims.

Associated Press Washington, D.C Senate Curtis Kansas Hardingford Jolson California Lenroot Wisconsin Theodore Roosevelt United States Tom Watton Georgia Cne Lodge Sachusetts Gacrotary Ping Pandma Ie Watson Colgmbreas Rica Aaiberea Rumrathiese Interferce Wilson Jet Matt the Banca

Veterinarian Freed of Murder Charge of School Teacher

Harland Kentucky April 15 The indictment against Dr H C Winnes former state veterinarian charging him with the murder of Miss Lara Parsons Pine Mountain settlement school teacher was dismissed in the circuit court today. Winnes was tried months ago but the jury disagreed and Commonwealth Attorney J Porrenter announced he believed Winnes was innocent.

Associated Press Harland, Ky H.C. Winnes Lara Parsons Pine Mountain Winnes J. , Porrenter Commonwealth Attorney Heleleved Winnes

No Action Taken on Resolution Calls By Florida House

Tallahassee April 16 Florida House adjourned without action on a concurrent resolution from the Senate to authorize an investigation into rumors of official acts by former Governor Calts. The house adjourned until tomorrow without action on the resolution.

Tallahassee Fla Florida House Senate Calts

Athens Lawyer Is Case at Perry Ga

Athens lawyer appears in Perry Georgia to represent Mrs Elmer of Jacksonville Florida in the Shepard case. Mrs Elmer is the widow of Shepard and previously married to Dr Elmer.

Athens Case Perry, Ga Seaencelord Perry Elmer Jacksonville Fla Shepard

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Derel Pathe News R.rland Transport London Wleccal Trades Union Railway Clerks’ Association Railway and Transport Workers Frank Eration I Collrge Hody Colbert Fire Bill Athale Tetdana Denver Kianis Dr.e.m. Poteat University OF GA DR. E. M. Poteat Gonzales Mexico U.S Tom Watson Mississippi C. C. Chandler Ackson Cnty Mans J. Hubert Hardy Fla. House
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