City merchants back proposed convention for farmers
A large meeting at the city hall with the Clarke county Chamber of Commerce backs a convention on the 27th focusing on landowners tenants and farmers. Secretary Callaway extends invitations across the sea section with hopes for a regional organization and broad participation.
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Callaway
Chamber of Commerce
Erwin
D. P. Haselton
Haselton
Clarke County
Athens
Woodrow Wilson Wanted in Jackson County for Blind Tigering
Jefferson Ga Aug 14 Special to the Banner Woodrow Wilson indicted for selling liquor in this county The State v Woodrow Wilson was called He did not answer bond forfeited The man named Woodrow Wilson reputedly holds high political rank failed to appear for trial before Judge Brand in superior court
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Woodrow Wilson
Jackson County
Jefferson
State
Brand
Treatment of Puerperal Septisemia discussion meeting
Clarke county medical society to meet in Athens at city hall to hear Dr A C Holliday read a paper on the treatment of puerperal sepsis. The session aims to reduce disputes among physicians and promote harmony before the Eighth District meeting at Elberton next week. Officers listed include S S Smith president J C Holliday vice president James P Waldrop secretary A C Holliday treasurer and several censors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarke County Medical Society
A. C. Holliday
S. S. Smith
J. C. Holliday
James P. Waldrop
W. A. Carlton
H. M. Fullilove
Edward Coleman
I. H. Goss
Former Athens Man Sued for Divorce in Worcester Court
Worcester Mass August 14 Special to the Banner Mary A Laduke sues Zachery Laduke of Georgia for divorce in Worcester Superior Court alleging desertion in Boston fifteen years ago and nonsupport since then. The couple married May 27 1895 and Laduke has since lived at Atlanta Rome Griffin and other Georgia points.
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Athens
Worcester
Mass
Zachery Laduke
Georgia
Worcester Superior Court
Mary A. Laduke
Laduke
Boston
Atlanta
Rome
Griffin
Mail Delay of Three Years Finally Forwarded to Recipients
In Decatur Georgia the remodeling of the Georgia Railroad depot uncovered a hole behind plastering used to stash mail from 1910. Inspectors failed to find a culprit. now the long-delayed letters and some checks are being forwarded to college officials students and Decatur residents.
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Banner
Decatur
Georgia Railroad
Agnes Scott College
Injured Man in Motorcycle Crash Near Lamkin Home
Joe O'Farrell, son of Annie O'Farrell and grandson of Judge S. B. Wingfield, was injured last night when his motorcycle collided with wagons and a pedestrian on the Jefferson road near R. W. Lamkin’s home. He remained unconscious until doctors assessed no radical injury. he is expected to improve by morning.
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Joe O'Farrell
Annie O'Farrell
S. B. Wingfield
Jefferson Road
R. W. Lamkin
O'Farrell
Lamkin
Attica
Bankrupt Stock Sale at Miss Bradberry Boutique
Bargain alert on Misses Brad berry bankrupt stock with coat suits marked down from 17.50 to 5.00 and 29.00 to 10.50 plus 35.00 to 12.50. Silk patterns neckwear ribbons hats jewelry skirts and children’s felt hats offered at deep discounts with a claim that nothing is shoddy and the stock must be sold at once.
Will Meet Legal Requirements in Ga
An Athens insurance man raises the question of Patricians rights in Georgia as a lodge is formed this week. Organizer H W Mitchell wires Supreme Pranotary Davids Winton in Saginaw to proceed. The reply: go ahead and we will adjust all legal questions in Georgia. The order, revived in Georgia, had fifteen members fifteen years ago. Mitchell resides here with his family and will continue efforts.
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Athens
H. W. Mitchell
Davids Winton
Saginaw
Mich
Georgia
The
Supreme Organization
Mitchell
Athens Y M C A to Host Watkinsville Baseball Team
Athens locals anticipate an exhibition at Herty Field between the Y M C A squad and Watkinsville led by the Thrasher brothers. Peacock aids on the mound as Peeler, Hodgson, and Erwin anchor the infield with Dan iels slugging left field. Proceeds fund local lodge activities with 25 cent admission and 10 cent chair rental, ladies free.
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Herty Field
Watkinsvvile
Watkinsville
Athens
Thrasher
Georgia
Capt. Brown
Peeler
Peacock
Morton Hodgson
Andrew Erwin
Dick Goodwyn
Julian Erwin
Dr. Brown
Jake Hutchins
Daniels
Ralph Hodgson
Ralph
New Postal Rule Allows 20 Pound Parcels in Zones One and Two
The postal department raises the parcel weight limit from 11 to 20 pounds for first and second zone deliveries effective August 15 1913. Rates for parcels over four ounces will be five cents for the first pound plus one cent each additional pound or fraction for local and interoffice deliveries within those zones. Sections 1 3 7 and 16 of Parcel Post Regulations are amended accordingly.
The $50,000 Bride at the Majestic
The Kennedies present The $50,000 Bride at the Majestic, billed as the most tickling piece yet. New York musical successes will be showcased in song numbers. The company is praised as the best Athens has seen in a long time, promising a top program today and tonight.
The Crystal Presents The Diamond Mystery Pro Am
The Crystal shows The Diamond Mystery as the pro am feature today described as the greatest and most exciting picture in the city. Two reels are featured with a complimentary coupon admitting two children with one admission between 4 and 6.
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the Crystal
Crystal Theater
Young Lawyer Returns to the City in Broad Trip
Col. H. M. Rylee has returned from a trip that included Macon Savannah an ocean voyage Washington City and Baltimore. Wanted A position as stenographer by a lady of 3 years experience. Best references Box 108 Athens Ga.
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Col
H. M. Rylee
Macon
Savannah
Washington City
Baltimore
Athens
Georgia legislature adjourns after 1913 session ends
The 1913 Georgia legislature adjourned at 10:15 p m. Key measures passed include tax revision and general appropriations, corporate and bottling taxes, inheritance tax, medical practice regulation, Atlanta’s new charter, a fourth superior court judge, a home for wayward girls, and the Sunday freight train bill. Governor Slaton signed and announced approval, with praise for Judge John C Hart and unanimous resolutions of congratulations from both houses.
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Atlanta
Georgia
House
Superior Court
Senate
Thei G
Frank Lipscomb
McNeil
Macon
Irwin
Pillow
Hale
Slaton
Burwell
Hart
John C. ‘Hart
Athens Represented at Electric Light Association Meeting
Athens sent top representatives to the National Electric Light Association gathering in Macon as plans emerged for talks on practical subjects. The Athens trio headed by C D Planigen A H Sikes and Carroll Proctor will speak at the convention amid receptions at the Hotel Dempsey and Log Cabin Club house. An Electric Editor from Athens will report back on the city's electrical advances.
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Sam E. Woods
Macon
Athens
National Electric Light Association
South Eastern States
C D. Planigen
Athens Railway and Electric Company
A. H. Sikes
Carroll Proctor
Dempsey
Flanigen and Sikes
Log Cabin Club
Rev Dr Lynch Shows Tar Heels How to Catch Big Fish
Rev Dr Lynch pastor of the First Baptist church is described as a fisher of men and fish. He reportedly caught a thirty six inch large stocky fish in North Carolina streams and plans to teach Nantahala locals his sporting method.
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Dr. Lynch
Inget
Nantahala
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Jas. P. Waldrep
Arnold & Abney
Misses Bradberry
Georgia Grana ‘Lodge
Tate
Legislature
Judge Allen
Col. C. E. McGregor
McGregor
DuBose
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