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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1922
Page
8
Education board clarifies position on bond issue as coverage continues from Page One. Officials outline goals, funding plan, and projected impact on schools and local taxes, with emphasis on long term educational benefits and community stewardship.
After full study the committee urges using joint council and Board of Education for new and expanded white schools while proposing a single new building for Negroes in Newtown and upgrades at East and West Athens. They advise bond totals and costs, noting 489 High School pupils equal Baxter and Nantahala counts to justify limited new construction. They deem plans by Mrs Fernandez too costly and say $175,000 suffices for one new building and needed additions, with decision resting with the Board.
In a statement, officials acknowledge the public’s right to decide on school funding. They promise to use funds for the benefit of all if voters approve, or to work with current facilities if they reject the proposal. They stress schools and children belong to the people and invite Sunday ice cream orders from Costa.
SAVANNAH Ga Because several Masons served on the trial jury a mistrial was declared in the damage suit of Miss Alice Fretwell of Atlanta against the Central of Georgia Railway for 30000 alleging insult to a passenger on a sleeping car The proceeding ended without a verdict.
A fragment notes that during her testimony a gentleman on the car agreed to protect her, claiming to be a Mason. The excerpt suggests a claim of protective backing linked to fraternal affiliation and does not provide further context or outcomes.
A fragmented ad style notice lists fresh produce selections including raspberries asparagus celery iceberg lettuce and tomatoes. It urges readers to phone in orders today and notes Costa as the source or location of sale.
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