Athens Leads In Peace Endorsement Movement
The Athens Chamber of Commerce and several prominent citizens back the American organization for international conciliation. They passed resolutions urging unlimited arbitration between the United States and Great Britain and revision of arbitral conventions with other nations. The move reflects widespread press and public support in the US and Britain.
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Athens
American Organization For
Athens Chamber of Commerce
Atlanta
Georgia
Central Committee
Witla
Edward Grey
Iis
United States
Great Britain
Dominions
Taft
Department of State
Taylor of Toccoa Seeks Voluntary Bankruptcy
In the federal court assistant clerk's office Judge Walter G. Cornett has on file through attorney Fermor Barrett a petition from M Taylor of Toccoa asking voluntary bankruptcy. Assets run about $500 while liabilities total about $1,500, involving several Athens firms.
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Federal Court
Walter G. Cornett
Fermor Barrett
M. Taylor
Toccoa
Athens
Your Chance On Beautiful Dearing Street Home For Sale
A living opportunity on Dearing Street near Milledge Avenue offers a modern home with a large lot and convenient terms. Lipscomb & Co. advertises the property with contact number for immediate inquiries. Thompson's Milk Biscuit is priced at five cents a dozen tomorrow.
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Dearing Street
Milledge Avenue
Lipscomb & CO
Thompson
Jury Deliberations Continue in Mobley Murder Case
After a full trial in the murder of Andrew Ross, jurors at the long session worked past 2 a.m. without reaching a verdict. The defense presented witnesses, the defendant testified, and counsels argued before the judge charged the jury. The panel comprised J. P. Johnson, R. L. Bramblett, H. P. Couch, R. K. Wier, J. M. Head, W. J. Thornton, R. BE. Johnson, BH. E. Mitchell, W. A. Phillips, G. W. Joyner, I.N. Butler and F. Mangleberg.
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Tenney Mobley
Andrew Ross
J. P. Johnson
R. L. Bramblett
H. P. Couch
R. K. Wier
J. M. Head
W. J. Thornton
R. BE. Johnson
BH. E. Mitchell
W. A. Phillips
G. W. Joyner
I.N. Butler
F. M. Mangleberg
Meeting closes at revival with strong parting message
The protracted revival ends as Bevins delivers a heartfelt closing message to the people. He has preached with power and deep thought, sharing philosophy and gospel sermons that have strengthened attendees. Dr Robins preaches this afternoon at 4 and the final service tonight at 8 30.
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PBS
Bevins
Robins
Bill Introduced Against Weevil in House
Special to The Banner. Washington D C April 27 A bill was introduced by Rep S J Tribble from Georgia to extend the 200000 appropriation by the general government for boll weevil control. The work would be directed by the Department of Agriculture.
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Washington, D. C
House of Representatives
S. J. Tribble
Eighth
Geo
Department of Agriculture
Reward Offered for Sneezing Powder Incidents in Athens
Ten dollar reward posted by Mayor H. J. Rows for evidence leading to conviction of anyone throwing sneezing powders in moving picture houses in Athens. This public notice urges civic safety and accountability.
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Athens
Thompson's Bakery Ad Teases Fresh Staples
A fragment advertises Thompson's Milk Biscuit tomorrow and Thompson's Famous Bread tomorrow offering three loaves for 10 cents. The cluttered copy implies promotional highlights for the next day.
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Thompson
Clarke County Jurors Ordered for April Term 1911
Judge Brand issues an order for Clarke Superior Court adjourned term listing juror panels. Panels 1 and 2 must appear at 9 am tomorrow, while panels 3 4 and 5 are excused as only misdemeanor cases remain. Absence for Panels 1 and 2 will be excused without prejudice if notice is late.
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Brand
Clarke Superior Court
Charles H. Brand
Judge Superior Court
Western Circuit
Fire damages Athenaeum Hotel closet on third floor
Fire broke out in the Athenaeum Hotel and Atheneum Cafe building when worn electric wiring ignited wooden closet beams on the third floor. Firemen located the blaze in a closet and saved most of the structure with minimal water damage. Col. Tom Shackelford, owner, initially misunderstood the source as the courthouse stood nearby.
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E. B. Parrish
Athenaeum Hotel
Atheneaum Cafe
Southern Mutual
F. C. Shackelford
Tom Shackelford
Not Guilty for United States Mule Pair in Federal Court
A federal jury acquitted two black mules aged fourteen and six, with wagon and harness, in a case where mules and gear are seized if tied to illicit moonshine traffic. The panel ruled insufficient evidence that the animals were used in illegal handling of corn juice.
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United States
Sneezing Powder Scare Hits City Theater
The Elite on Clayton reported sneezing powders scattered in the theater causing patrons to flee. The mayor authorized a ten dollar reward for evidence leading to conviction, warning that the guilty will face strict court action for disrupting shows and harming patrons.
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Billville Bugle
Clayton
Mrs Ada Henderson Foote Burial Today at Oconee Cemetery
The funeral for Ada Henderson Foote of New Jersey will be held this morning at 11 o'clock in Oconee cemetery. Episcopal burial rites will be administered at the grave by Rev. Troy Beatty of Emmanuel Church. Friends and relatives are urged to attend. Thompson's Famous Bread advertisement appears at the end.
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Ada Henderson Foote
New Jersey
Oconee Cemetery
Troy Beatty
Emmanuel
Owls Call Meeting at Moss Building Nest
The Owl club invites all members to meet this evening at the Moss building on Clayton Street opposite the Athenaeum Cafe and hotel. Officers led by Secretary E B Parrish urge attendance to discuss and decide important matters.
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Moss Building
Clayton Street
Athenaeum
E. B. Parrish
Le Arthurs The Fox to Be Produced in Chicago Cast Named
Le Arthurs stage work The Fox after a trial western stock performance will soon open in Chicago. Cast includes Orme Caldara Helene Lackaye Ralph Delmore John Westley and Violet Hemming.
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le Arthur
West
Chicago
Orme Caldara
Helene Lackaye
Ralph Delmore
John Westley
Violet Hemming
Vanderbilt Georgia Game Called Off By Rain
Rain halted the Vanderbilt versus Georgia game in Nashville, preserving a 1-0 Georgia lead with no replay scheduled this season. The Georgia team left for Athens after the call, while Vanderbilt could not resume play due to conditions.
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Vanderbilt
Georgia
Jupiter Pluvius
Vandy
Nashville
Athens
University Glee Club Plans Elberton Concert Tour
The University of Georgia Glee Club and Mandolin Club will visit Elberton next Wednesday for a concert featuring solos, quartets, and mandolin numbers. Organizers Chas T Estes and Geo T Northen arranged the trip. Blanche King learns a new play by Edgar Selwyn and Margaret Mayo with music by Otto Hauerbach and Karl Hoschna.
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Georgia Musical Organization
Elberton
University Glee Club
Mandolin Club
Commonwealth of Elberton
University of Georgia
Elbertonians
Glee Club
Gainesville
Messrs
Chas. T. Estes
Geo. T. Northen
Elbert
Blanche King
Edgar Selwyn
Margaret Mayo
Otto Hauerbach
Karl Hoschna
Bishop C K Nelson to Visit Athens and Confirm at Emmanuel
The right reverend Bishop C. K. Nelson of the diocese of Athana will visit Athens Sunday and confirm a large class at Emmanuel church during the evening service. Athens welcomes him and parish members, plus citizens, look forward to meeting him. He arrives for the Sunday evening services only.
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Diocese of
Atlanta
Emmanuel Church
C. K. Nelson
Athana
Athens
Nelson
Thumper Stills Reported By Moonshiners In Court
Lawyers and U S marshals describe a new moonshine method using steam thumpers. Copper coil stills are replaced by cold boxes inside barrels. The process produces immediate drops and whiskey with reduced singlings, while new tobaccos and potash methods also appear. More stills are in operation than in prior years.
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United States
Stranger fined for near run on Captain near Clarke Rifles
Yesterday in the mayor court Mr. Crowley was fined 200 for exceeding the speed limit. He claimed he drove not recklessly but nearly struck Captain Arnold of the Clarke Rifles returning from Oconee Cemetery Memorial Day when his men saved him by leaping aside.
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Crowley
Clarke Rifles
Oconee Cemetery
Arnold
Tushing
Fall of Troy at the Lyric Athens Opens May 1
The Fall of Troy, a costly production with over 2000 actors and a 2500 foot film, premieres at the Lyric on May 1 and 20 in Athens. Showtimes start at 9 am with 11 pm last performances, admission ten cents.
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Athens
Troy
Lyric
Clayton Street
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