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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1921

Page

5

Athens YMCA Boys Camp a Splendid Success Says Camper

A camper reports two July YMCA camps on the Ana tooga river near Tallulah Falls were highly successful under W I Forbes. Forty eight boys enjoyed canoeing hiking Bible study and wholesome meals with strong leadership and well organized camp life.

Athens Young Men's Christian Association W. ‘I. Forbes Hoya Forbes Anatooga River Tallulah Falls Athens Athens Y MCCA Tallaigh Falls Chatooga Jjoyx Alfred Jepp Athens Y. M.C. A

Warrant Will Be Served In Murder Case

Rachel Cribsey of Beaver Dam Ohio suffers two years with stomach trouble and constipation she credits a local medicine bought at a drug store for relief and claims it cured her after several weeks of use. A warrant charging murder will be served on the negro Cured of stomach trouble and constipation.

Rachel Cribsey Beaver Dam Ohio Chamberlain & Plots Nr Drug Store Chamberlain Pia H. D. B. Warmenter Cridersville

Prominent Jackson Co planter J N Hardy dies at 76

J N Hardy prominent Jackson county planter died Monday morning at his Jefferson home after several months illness. Funeral at 3 20 pm from Hap tat church Jefferson with Mr J Massey presiding. Burial in Jefferson cemetery. Survived by widow Mrs Harvey Anne Hardy son Hugh M Hardy of Leesburg Fla daughters Mrs C E Harber of Atlanta Mrs Luther Roberts of Gainesville and Miss Gladys Hardy ten grandchildren including Pete Craig and two great grandchildren. Grandson Britt Craig, famed newspaperman, was killed in the war.

J. N. Hardy Jackson County Jefferson J. Massey Jefferson Cemetery Hardy The Baptist Church Harvey Anne Hardy Hugh M. Hardy Leesburg Fla E. Harber Atlanta Luther Roberts Gainesville Gladys Hardy Pete Craig Banner Britt Craig New York

Athens Protests Bobbed Hair Craze and Proposal for Whiteways

A columnist critiques the bobbed hair trend among Athens girls and laments the fashion's costs while noting barber profits. The piece also favors better street lighting and suggests a whiteway from the University of Georgia to Hancorn Avenue, plus debate over Georgia’s gasoline tax and a push for a classified tax system to fund state needs.

Man Kills Wife Then Attempts Suicide in Athens Porch Tragedy

Will Goosby of Oglethorpe county shot and stabbed his wife Gussie on Sunday at her brother Henry Thornton’s Lyndon avenue home after a period of separation. She died within minutes. Goosby cut his windpipe but survived and is recovering at St Marys hospital.Family had four children. motive unknown as relatives cite separation and dispute over returning to him.

Will Goosby Oglethorpe County Henry Thornton Lyndon Avenue Gussie Kury 4. C. Holliday St Mary's Hospital Athens Scott Smith Newtown Bern Moss

Cotton Weevil Impacts Athens Area Crop Prospects

A boll from Princeton near Athens shows boll weevil damage in cotton. William H. Hunter, a local farmer, reports the cotton suffers from the pest while predicting a good corn crop. The notice highlights early crop troubles and potential yields in the Princeton area.

Athens Herald Office William H. Hunter Princeton

No City Court Here in August Athens 1921

The City Court of Athens will not convene for jury business in August 1921. The court opens Monday the 15th at 10 o'clock and the appearance docket is set for Tuesday the 16th at 10. Fault judgments may be taken at any time after the call. The term remains open and orders may be entered. cases may be tried without a jury by consent during the term if needed. A special term may be convened before November if required.

Athens Bradwell City Court of

Wendell Pills Ambition Brand Promises Nervous Relief

The ad touts Wendell Pills Ambition Brand as a nerve tonic that restores vigor for nervous, tired, despondent people. It promises quick results in a few days and offers a refund if unsatisfied, with a price of sixty cents at Palmer & Son and dealers.

Wendell Pillar Palmer & Son Ix Maaker Haven Palmer & Son

Farim Bureau Day in Oconee County

Watkinsville Ga August 6 192? Great day for Oconee county as Farm Bureau members and families gathered at Oconee High School auditorium. C A Cobb Southern Ruralist spoke on cooperative marketing and government services via agents. Social afternoon with picnic lunch barbecue and tea. Bureau cooperative buying reportedly saved members substantial cash.

Watkinsville Oconee County Farm Bureau County Farm 8. D. Truitt Oconee High School C. A. Cobb Southern Ruralist Oconee

Country man’s tale and a real estate search

An elderly man recounts leaving the country for town in search of a real estate manager. He jokes about wives and country life, then endorses Chamberlain's Tablets for stomach troubles, adding a brief ad note. The piece blends dialogue with a sale-solicitation tone.

Notice to Women Club Members Candy Sale at Palace Theater

Members who promised candy for sale Tuesday at the Palace Theater should report to Mrs. Howard Abney and committee at 3 PM. Any member who has not contributed may do so. proceeds support the club. Mrs. Thomas Hollingsworth of Greenville, NC visits her sister Bryg Crane. Mrs. George Cox and daughters Rosalyn and Katherine of Manchester, GA will visit Mrs. George Crane.

Woman's Club Palace Theater Howard Abney Thomas Hollingsworth Greenville N. C Bryg George Crane George Cox Rosalyn Katherine Manchester Cox

Local Social News From Georgia Towns and Visitors

Miss Mary Loutes Moise has returned from Athens where she attended the State Normal school. Mr Julian Longley and others motored to Griffin for a dance Thursday evening and plan to visit Athens and Atlanta before returning home. Mrs L M Coker and daughter Juanita have come back from a visit to Galpesville. Claude Lithete visiting in Guin eaville.

Mary Loutes Moise Athens Fitzgerald Leader-Tribune Julian Longley Bachman Sellara Neal Griffin Atlanta La+ Grange Tinemart Claude Guineaville L. M. Coker Juanita Galpesville

Aged Millionaire Adolph of Richmond Dies at 81

Richmond Virginia resident Adolph, an 81yearold retired tycoon and financier, died at his home Monday after a long illness. The man built a substantial fortune and was known for philanthropy in the city.

Richmond Adolph of Rere

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