Bailey Case Settled In Federal Court
In federal court in this city the suit for thirty five thousand dollars by J H Bailey against twenty one defendants including Canon area social leaders was settled yesterday. Col Sidney C Tapp announced the settlement to spare witnesses the trip and reduce costs. Plaintiff’s attorney received one hundred dollars as settlement and the defendants were represented by Judge Hamilton Whorter Col S J Tribble and Miles W Lewis. The court docket is lightening with settlements and several similar cases pending. grand jury continues work on true bills.
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J. H. Bailey
Canon, Gay
Canon
Col
Sidney C. Tapp
Snsen
Railroad Far and Board
Thettorney
Hamilton Whorter
Col. S. J. Tribble
Les W. Lewis
Befield
G. Campbell
Hin
I ¥ K. Smith
Hugh H. Murray
M. Whitley
Ames Wilson
BASEBALL FIRST GAME AND OTHER SCORES
Baseball first game shows 23 6 3 for Emphis in a two batter effort. Nixon and Hardy opposed by Er rson and Ludwig with Carpen er as umpire. Second game Mobile 1 Memphis 0 9 0 9 7, Bateriee-Bittroft and Ludwig. Carpen- umpire. Other matches listed as wet grounds with Atlanta Montgomery 20 game and Nashville New Orleans and Lite Rock no game, no schedule. Col J A B Mahaffey severely ill after acute indigestion. condition said alarming but improving. plans to return to Jefferson today. Free sample and poultry book offered at Palmer's Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. B. Mahaffey
Jefferson
H. S. West
J. ©. McKin
McLendon Denies Opinions on Cotton Rates Before Rail Commission
Chairman S A McLendon released a statement denying any opinion on cotton rates or other matters before the railroad commission. He notes that when he speaks it will be his own opinion. Governor Hoke Smith hinted he may respond in coming days to the recent discussions and McLendon’s February 20 letter. The exchange centers on commission inquiries into freight rates and reform efforts, with both sides citing prior communications and committee actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uim
Atlanta
Railroad Commission
S. &. McLendon
Hoke Smith
Smith
McLendon
Commission
Callen
Leach
Hillyer
Cers Hill
Callaway
Candler
Gover
Hilger
Hill
Union Station Meeting Called By City Committee
This afternoon at six at city hall a special committee of the chamber of commerce will discuss securing a union passenger station for Athens. Chairman Bondurant urges full attendance as plans advance with Georgia Railroad official T K Scott attending Friday to review the proposal. The group reports growing citizen support and a unified effort toward a single station for the city.
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City Hall
Chamber of Commerce
Union
Bondurant
Union Station
T. K. Scott
The
Georgia Railroad
Chamber of Commercce
Athens
Nnl
Hudson here on farming talk figures for future race
Commissioner of Agriculture Hudson visited the city yesterday meeting friends and discussing general matters. He avoided politics, said he would farm this year, and hinted he could run for Congress next year in Georgia's Third district.
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Hudson
Atlanta
Tom Hudson
Georgia
Congress
New Roller Mill To Be Built Here In Town
Mr Marvin Stone sold the College avenue property near Grace street to Mrs Lilley and added land to the river. It was bought by Mr Handcox of Griffin who will improve it. He will erect a store or market plus three six room houses and a roller cover mill. Handcox operates three or four mills in other counties and this will extend his chain. The improvements benefit the city area. Notice: Geo B Day Camp W O W members should attend tonight for degree work and business.Charles Cartledge, Chair
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Marvin Stone
College Avenue
Grace Street
Georgia defeats Sewanee 5 to 1 in second game
In Sewanee Georgia tied the series with a 5 to 1 win after yesterday's 3 to 1 victory. The Georgia team showed steady ball handling and gains confidence for upcoming games before returning to Athens at week’s end.
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Georgia
Sewanee Tigers
Sewanee
Tenn
Swanee
Georgia J
Athens
Will Build Homes on Hill Street
J W Chipley and W A Harris commence at once two attractive cottages on Hill Street. Chipley recently purchased the house and lot on Prince Street, belonging to Miss Cone, and will build fronting Hill Street. Harris has purchased the lot running back to Finley Street and will add improvements for occupancy soon.
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J. W. Chipley
W. A
J. Chipley
Prince
Miss Cone
Hill T
Harris
Finley
Hill Street
Arrest of Phronle Brittain for rock throwing in Mayoral case
Phronle Brittain, a young African American girl, was arrested on a charge of throwing rocks at two white children, Guy Hartley and Jim Yarbrough. The case was heard yesterday morning before Mayor Dorsey who reserved judgment and will reveal a decision today.
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Phronle Brittain
Guy Hartley
Jim Yarbrough
Dorsey
Body of Earl Wayne recovered after drowning near Isle of Hope
Savannah Ga April 27 The body Earl Wayne the young man who drowned near the Isle of Hope several days ago was recovered yesterday near the capsized boat. The funeral was held today in Laee conducted by Dr Charles H Strong of the Episcopal Church.
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Savannah
Earl Wayne
Isle of Hope &Ew
Laee
Harles H. Strong
Episcopal Church
Mr Reid Dunn Goes to Washington
Mr Reid Dunn leaves Monday for the west to enter business with his uncle J P Duckett in Dough ey Washington. The friends of Dunn wish him success in his new home. Also notes on C C Dean improving and Capt T J Igcott ill at home with hopes for recovery.
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Far West
Reid Dunn
West
J. P. Duckett
Dough‘ey
Washington
Mr. Dunn
T. J. Igcott
Scott
Plans for Annex to Federal Building Erection
Congressman William M. Howard announced a $39,000 appropriation to fund an annex to the federal building. The plan calls for extending the rear thirty feet, enlarging the court room, and relocating offices to the new section to accommodate juries and spectators. The work targets completion by the coming fall.
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AG Asee
Savannah Electric Rivalry Triggers State Rail Board Action
Atlanta April 27 The Georgia railroad commission is called to halt a price war between two Savannah electric companies. Rates have been cut and inducements offered as independent supply houses pressure contractors. The case centers on preventing public service oppression amid competitive bidding for electrical supply.
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Aim
Atlanta
Savannah
Peopel
Mosely Joins Davison-Nicholson Co as Dry Goods Expert
Mr J A Mosely formerly of Cor delo is now employed by Davison-Nicholson Co. He is described as a thoroughly experienced dry goods man and a valuable addition to the firm’s large force.
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J. A. Mosely
Cordelo
Davison-Nicholson Co
Mosely
Senator Stevens Among Athens Visitors This Week
Senator C. O. Stevens of the local senatorial district visits Athens during the federal court session. He will take his Senate seat in June and is viewed as a warm friend to Athens and its institutions.
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C. O. Stevens
Athens
Federal Court
Stevens
Senate
Gin Dooly Charged With Wife Beating
Yesterday afternoon Gin Dooly was charged with wife beating by his wife and a case against him was docketed in mayor's court. Mayor Dorsey was to preside in the case at his court this morning.
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Gin Dooly
Dorsey Oid
Dr Young's Father Dies in Washington
News from Washington City reports the death of Dr William H Young's father at over ninety years. The city notes Mrs William Beatty's illness in Texas with Rev Troy Beatty staying longer before returning to Athens. Rev J J Perry of Atlanta visited Mrs Troy Beatty at the Rectory. Harry Rhodes improves after a severe ax injury to his foot.
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Young
Washington
William H. , Young
Washington City
William Beatty
Texas
Rev
Troy Beatty
Athen
J. J. Perry
Atlanta
Congressmen Bell Visits City During Court Session
Congressman Thomas M. Bell of the ninth district visits the city as federal court sits, mingling with local citizens and attracting a large turnout from his district.
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Thomas M. Bell
Federal Court
Weaver Organ & Piano Co Change in York Prides Modern Factory
The Weaver Organ and Piano Co of York Pennsylvania began in 1870 and has grown from a capital under 30 thousand in 1882 to five hundred thousand today. The factory is electric heated and sprinkler protected with labor saving machinery and skilled artisans, offering high grade pianos and free catalogues through sole agent A B Toomer in Athens.
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Weaver Organ & Piano Co
York
B. Toomer
Athens
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Bailey
Canon, Ga
R. H. E. Pile
Emphis
Nixon
Hardy
Errson
Ludwig
Carpener
Mobile
Memphis
Bateriee
Bittroftsnietas
Montgomery
Birmingham and Game
Nashville
New Orleans
Conkey’s
Palmer's
Wlendon
Port Bates
Mr. Handcox
Griffin
Geo. B
J.C. Cartledge
Cheri
Sion
W. A. Harris
Hodysof Wayne
MR. Reid Dunn
MR. C. C. Dean
T. J. Scott
Federal
William M. Howard
Congressman Howard
Fudge Newman
Queer Request
Senator Stevens
Harry Rhodes
Congressman Bell
Weaver
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