28 Apr 1910
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1910
Page
1
Pierce Pope, a negro, was shot by John M Burch on Foundry street Tuesday night. Pope is in serious but not fatal condition after three bullet wounds: hip, upper leg, and inner thigh. Police confirm the motive involves alleged insult to Burch. case awaits Pope’s recovery to testify in mayor's court.
The burial of Carlisle Hillsman, who died at the camps near Turnerville on Tuesday, took place at Oconee cemetery yesterday afternoon after the Southern train from Lula arrived. Pallbearers led the escort from the train to the cemetery where Rev. Dr. E. L. Hill conducted the service. Floral tributes were numerous and beautiful as friends recall the young man's memory.
Trinity takes the opener 2–0 on April 26 in Durham with Bundy pitching and West delivering key plays. The second game ends 1–1 when play is halted in the seventh as Georgia cabs on the 5 o'clock train. Captain Walter West leads Trinity in a tightly contested second game.
Memorial Day exercises confer Southern Crosses of Honor on Civil War survivors and descendants. Mrs. Welch requested Mildred Rutherford present 47 crosses to Cobb Deloney Camp 7, Monroe Camp 1, Danielsville Camp 16, and 17 descendants, with lists of recipients across multiple camps and lost crosses.
An exact reproduction of a famous comic opera appears in a Selig feature, described as a great picture for children. A veterans notice notes a cross mix up with J. M. Fowler, and an exchange is promised after it is returned. Laura Rutherford Chapter details affected by the cross of honor committee.
Governor Glenn spoke in Athens to urge immediate support for the Nacoochee Institute, a five year old Northeast Georgia school aiding mountain youth. The crowd raised about $1000 on site, with calls for further gifts to cover a $6500 deficit to save the institute.
The Red and Black defeated the University of South Carolina 4 to 3 on the Gamecocks home diamond in Columbia. Georgia, after beating a strong team, hoped to repeat in today’s rematch as both sides boasted unbeaten records prior to yesterday’s game.
Bankruptcy sale of Bailey Supply Co. assets including garden hose, cream freezers, White Mountain refrigerators, enameled ware, stoves, ranges, garden tools, grates, paints, varnishes, carpenter tools. Sale by receiver E. B. Price.
Freemasons invite qualified brethren and visitors to the Masonic temple in the Max Joseph Building for a 8:30 p m Fellow Craft degree conferment. Notice signed by Worshipful Master W M Pitman and secretary J B Crane.
Col Samuel J. Tribble spoke to a packed city hall audience in the Eighth district race. He reviewed his opponent William Howard's record in Congress, critiqued Cannon rules, and contrasted Democratic and Republican positions. Tribble recalled a past incident about a Black postmaster to illustrate political motives.
Judge W A Newman spoke to the University of Georgia law students on Federal Procedure and Professional Ethics in the federal courtroom. The talk, valued by students, covered court procedures and ethical practice as a guide for future attorneys.
George Burch of this city, while attempting to medicate a sick pet dog on Clayton street, was severely scratched on the wrist and arm by the animal. The dog died and signs of hydrophobic affection were noted. Due to rampant rabies in the region, Mr Burch immediately sought Pasteur Institute treatment in Atlanta as a precaution.
An assessment of 25 cents is due immediately for the Oconee Burial Fund in connection with the death of Mrs. C. C. Nix. Leave payment with W. J. Smith & Bro. or remit to J. H. Mealor.
The Thalians at the University of Georgia bring David Garrick to the stage on a barn storming tour. Critics praise the fine acting and polished training and expect strong attendance tonight in Commerce and Friday at Brenau auditorium with special musical numbers by the quartet and mandolin guitar group.
Col S J Tribble and congressional candidate plans a district wide canvass with dates to follow He spoke Tuesday in Bogart to a large crowd and Monday in the city hall reception was cordial He noted this may be his only immediate appearance in the area amid strong local interest
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