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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1921
Page
2
A garbled report notes farmers in Danielsville and Winder signing on for 700 bales. The text includes scattered references to meetings, local figures, and discussions on water pressure, electricity, and James Watt. The passage blends partial quotes and names with irregular OCR fragments, making a concise, factual card challenging.
The readable parts describe a vague war related event with unclear date, place, and actors. Names and specifics are missing or garbled, preventing a coherent summary. Further legible text is needed to identify the main entities and actions.
The Georgia Association of Fairs reports growing statewide interest in fairs this fall, with several organizers continuing plans while others discontinue operations due to local conditions. Many secretaries expect fairs as usual, new groups fill gaps, and officials note improving agricultural and livestock shows. Fairs are viewed as barometers of regional prosperity, with better fairs signaling better conditions for citizens and the state.
Toccoa Georgia bidders opened Thursday for bonds voted May 12. Farmers and Merchants Bank led the field with the par sale price, while other details and auction outcomes remained unclear amid reporting of rejections and pledges.
Maxeys defeated Stephens 13 to 6 in a decisive football matchup. Bivens earned the title with key plays as the team controlled the game from the opening whistle.
The Maxeys outhit and outplayed Stephens in a close game though the home crew failed to break the tie. Umpire Rhodes (Union Point) officiated with 750 in attendance as Hararies, Nicholson, Adking, McWhorter, Bryant, Masey and Maxes played. A Friday afternoon game on Stephens diamond remains the next meeting.
Southern League games saw Atlanta beat Memphis 3 2 Chattanooga 9 2 Mobile 7 6 Nashville 6 6 New Orleans 6 0 Birmingham. American League results included Boston 3 2 Chicago 2 with other games rained out. National League scores included Chicago 3 7 Boston 5 5 and Pittsburgh 9 while Philadelphia Cincinnati Brooklyn were noted with rain. An ad promotes 45 cent monthly banner delivery. A Beaver Dam woman describes relief from stomach trouble with Chamgerghin’s Tablets after prior ineffective medicines.
A list of fraternal lodge notices and meeting times across multiple lodges and orders. Vernon Lodge No 22, Oliver Encampment No 14, Knights of Pythias, Hebetah Lodge No 26, Williams Lodge No 16, Classic City Camp No 792 W O W. Regular meetings and locations are given including Odd Fellows Hall and Lipscomb building at College and Clayton streets. Visiting members invited.
Mrs Marguerite K. E. Harrison a Baltimore newspaper woman has been released from a Russian prison after months in captivity. The report says other Americans including teachers may also gain freedom with connections to Secretary Hoover and assurances tied to American negotiations.
The Washington action reports the House adopting the conference report on the Sweet bill to consolidate government agencies handling veteran affairs. The measure now goes to the president for final approval.
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