Memorial Day Exercises Set by Ladies' Association
Memorial Day programs Friday include 3 30 p m college chapel exercises with Rev T P Wiggins presiding and Judge Geo Thomas introducing speakers Judge Horace Holden delivers the oration Lucy Cobb Institute and State Normal School guests attend as prize essays are awarded for Confederate Navy and the Men Made It Great. The day is a holiday for schools with University students returning for the event.
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College Chapel
T. P. Wiggins
Messrs. Mell and Hodgson
Long
State Normal School
Geo. Co. Thomas
Horace Holden
Lucy Cobb Institute
M. W. Welch
Laura Rutherford
Anna Robinson Watson
Thomas ‘Rood
Pany
Judge Holden
Overman Bill Debate Nears Final Stage in Senate
Washington April 24 support for the Overman bill to reorganize government departments came from both sides of the senate as the long debate neared its end. Republicans Chamberlain Borah and Nelson spoke for the bill while Williams Wolcott and others backed the measure. Amendments vote will begin tomorrow focusing on the exemption for the Interstate Commerce Commission.
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Associated Press
Washington
Overman
Senate Chamber
Chamberlain
Borah
Nelson
Williams
Wolcott
Interstate Commerce Commission
Linton Spring Water Co promotes pure water
Linton Spring Water Co advertises absolute purity and health benefits of its product. It claims to provide sanitary coolers and urges customers to drink the purest water, listing phone contact and Crane Mer.
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Linton
Linton Spring Water Co
R. 8
CRANE
Mer
Aircraft Board Is Or ganized Reorganization of Air Production
Secretary Baker announced the army signal corps reorganization with John D. Ryan of New York named director of aircraft production. Major General Squires will focus solely on signal administration. A new Division of Military Aeronautics was created under Brigadier General William L. Kenly. The Aircraft Board remains advisory with Ryan as chairman, succeeding Howard Coffin who stays on the board.
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Associated Press
Washington
Army Signal Corps
John D. Ryan
New York
Baker
Squires
Signal Branch
Military Aeronautics
William L. Kenly
Aircraft Board
Ryan
Howard Coffin
Funeral for J. J. Nevitt Held in Athens
A funeral for J. J. Nevitt, who died in Savannah, was held at Emmanuel Church in Athens with Rev. A. G. Richards officiating. Pallbearers included Dr. H. C. White and Prof. Peter F. Brown, followed by interment at Oconee Cemetery. Nevitt, a renowned architect, was widely esteemed for his professional skill and good character.
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Athens
J. F. Talmadge, Jr
H. H. Linton
Sylvanus Morris
Peter F. Brown
A. R. Nicholson
Oconee Cemetery
Nevitt
Liberty Loan drive urged to continue after quota split
Treasury tabulations show 1,790,000 in Liberty Loan subscriptions with a total 12,000,000 more than last night as officials hope for five million more. Secretary McAdoo urges local campaign committees to keep working and not read quotas as final. He says he is on a bonds trip not for politics and cites three sons in service.
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Washington
Treasury
McAdoo
Albuquerque
N. M
Germans Resume Drive Toward Amiens Front
After weeks of preparation in Somme the Germans resume hammering at Amiens with heavy artillery and several attacks along the Villers Bretonneux Hangard Haikes and Castel line. Initial assaults were repulsed but later moves forced a one mile German gain as fighting continues on parallel fronts.
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Amiens
Associated Press
Somme
Flanders
Villers Bretonneux
Hangard
Haikes
Castel
Villers Bretonneaux
Luce
Nba
Bailleul
Merville
Berlin
Bethune
France
Sonnae Salient
Costa's Delicatessen Shop Ad List and Specials
Fresh beans asparagus lettuce green peppers celery potatoes spinach trout and seafood priced by the pound or bag. Arnold and Abney advertise butter cream cheese Roquefort smoked bloaters various cheeses and deli items. Store notes closing all day Friday and featuring Swift's Premium breakfast bacon half-pound packs.
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Costa's Delicateasen
Philadelphia
Costa's
Swift
Arnold & Abney
Sugar Ration Plan For Home Canning In Georgia
Dr. Andrew M. Soule announces a sugar purchase plan for preserving and canning. Purchases are limited to 25 pounds per time with strict certificate requirements for each sale. Merchants must record buyer details and weekly certificates are sent to the county administrator. Violations risk denial of future sugar sales.
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Atlanta
Andrew M. Soule
Georgia
U. 8
Food Administration
U. S. Food Administration
Notice of one day closure and market offerings
G H Williamson announces closure all day Friday at Normal Market. Orders accepted today for fresh produce including beets tomatoes snap beans Irish potatoes lettuce and Western lamb. Phone 1336.
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G. H. Williamson
Williamson's
Gardiner offers Clark senate appointment after Stone’s death
Jefferson City April 24 Governor Gardiner tonight tendered to Champ Clark, speaker of the national house, the appointment as successor to the late Senator Stone. Clark has not yet responded. The move signals a possible shift in Missouri politics as national leaders weigh the vacancy.
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Associated Press
Jefferson City
Ernor Gardiner
Champ Clark
National House of Representatives
Senator Stone
Straw Hat Day Inaugurated For Athens On April 27
Straw Hat Day is announced for Saturday, April 27 in Athens. The event urges every male citizen to wear a straw hat and visit local firms selling styles and shapes. The Banner promotes stores advertising straw hats and promises a complete outfit.
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Athens
Hitch in Spanish American trade slows shipments to allies
Washington reports show delays in licensing shipments from Spain to American forces in France. As a result, officials move to restrict movement of American products to Spain temporarily. A cabinet change in Spain is cited as the cause. Mr and Mrs Sidney Thomas arrive in Athens to take up residence. He will lead Gulf Refining Company's interests here, previously serving as the company's agent at Windsor.
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Associated Press
Washington
United States
Spain
France
Sidney Thomas
Athens
Mr. Thomas
Gulf Refining Company
Winder
Fresh Produce and Margarine Specials at Arnold & Abney and Williamson's
Advertises premium oleomargarine at 36¢ and brands like Glenwood and Veribest. Promotes fresh trout, eggs at 40¢ a dozen, and assorted vegetables including beans squash and potatoes at Arnold & Abney and Williamson's. Also lists strawberries, oranges, grapefruit, and other fruits at special prices.
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Arnold & Abney
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