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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1920
Page
1
A militant minority in the assembly vows to force passage of the Knight bill, claiming they hold the fate of Highway bonds. The maneuver signals tense political brinkmanship over funding and approvals.
Washington August 2. Census Bureau announced Georgia's 1920 population as 2 898 601, marking a 10.9 percent increase from 1910 when the total was 2 009 121. Officials note the rise is the state's smallest in the region.
Local business figures in Athens push a Red Diamond Motors project seeking $1,000,000 from the city within two years to fund a plant and support a $5,000,000 stock program. Inventor Seabrooke touts a rotary valve patent while promoters urge city subscription and chamber meeting decision.
Fragmentary OCR shows a 1920s style car advertisement and dealer names. It lists brands like Buick Packard Cadillac Chevrolet Nash Oldsmobile Studebaker and various local dealer names and notes on fuel readiness and prompt getaway.
An encoded Philadelphia notice reports a kidnapping case with a large ransom for a stolen child. Authorities in New Jersey say a suspect was arrested nearby and details are being pursued for confirmation and safety updates.
Lloyd, a Chicago millionaire and socialist, and other Communist Labor party members were found guilty by a jury tonight of conspiracy to overthrow the United States government. Sentenced to five years in the penitentiary and a $2,000 fine.
Names of county chairmen filled for a war memorial drive include Erwin Sibley Milledgeville Baldwin county J. Witman Bibb county and several others across Georgia. Organized efforts aim to raise funds and support for the memorial.
A young lad drowned while swimming in deep water near Sandy Creek in Oconee County. His companions failed to spot him in distress as exhaustion overtook him. rescuers could not revive him. Funeral services were planned for the boy at the Second Baptist Church with Rev George officiating.
Railway executives announce a rate increase to take effect on all rail traffic August 20 and 25. Mrs Mildred Harris Chaplin sues for divorce from Charlie Chaplin alleging cruelty in Los Angeles. The report notes a pulled quote about tread of tire company and curtard reference appearing in the text.
An Interstate Commerce Commission expert says rate increases could be offset by improvements in rail and Pullman service. He notes limited spillover to consumer purchases if freight and travel costs rise only moderately.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Dorsey and a time in which something remains held. It mentions an office door and unidentified persons. The readable text provides limited clarity on event, persons, or location.
August 2 1932 reports indicate Roosevelt plans a campaign tour starting in Chicago with Democratic leaders urging unity after a wave of letters from independents and party officials. Cox urged support for the League while Republicans criticized the process and delayed final nominations.
Chaotic dispatches describe Mexico in open revolt with government officials and press tensions. Reports from Washington cite clashes over arms and policy as governors and officials debate response while war department advisers warn of continued instability.
A fragmented report describes a gathering in Athens led by two governors with five guests. The text mentions agriculture, a committee, and individuals including Dunaway and McSmith, noting a donation of about 2500 pots.
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