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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1922
Page
4
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The Australian ballot bill, praised for fairness and purity of the vote, was not adopted uniformly across Georgia. Critics warn that county-by-county adoption creates discrimination and uncertainty about voter intent, though the system could educate and protect the franchise.
A political essay argues the Democratic party will not die, gaining strength after defeats, while the Republicans fade like the old Whig party. It notes rising independent sentiment in the Midwest, calls Mondell incompetent, and lauds the Democratic banner for the long term. The piece contrasts enduring personality and political forces with shifting party loyalties.
In April 1895 Athens items note Catholic services at 8 am officiated by Father Haely of Glocester. Mrs Edwards of Oan County visits her son Dr H M Ba. Sheriff R H Collier of Jackson County remains steady in the boat amid political tensions. F O Farrell and family plan to move to Atlanta. Judge and Mrs S H Hardeman of Washington visit Capt J W Brumby. Commercial Club committees actively meet to discuss Postal and Railroad matters and city promotion. An ad plan for Athens appears in the Manufacturers Record special edition, with city development and joint efforts between the club and city authorities.
A column urges buying real estate now as prices are reasonable and will yield profits before five years. It argues cotton prospects despite boll weevil, promotes home raised foods like sweet potatoes, and notes swallows roosting in county court trees as beneficial. Julian Goethius is highlighted as a busy local businessman with multiple offices and roles.
The subject is described as holding positions in Athens commercial life, serving as president of the Chamber of Commerce. The text notes he dedicates substantial time and acts out of love for the community, always responding promptly to movement and projects with full commitment.
In Berrien county today prosecutors moved against seventeen radicals arrested Tuesday in the woods near Bridgman. William Z. Foster, leader of the Trade Union Educational League, was freed on a $6000 bond in Chicago and faced possible extradition. Foster denied attending the Bridgeman meeting as Michigan authorities sought papers for his return.
The Carolina open tennis finals are scheduled at Pasheville Country Club on Friday with Mrs Robert Johnston the runner up from Asheville and 1918 state champion. Miss Annie Ford of Charleston matches Frank Owens of Ruins for the men's title while Pat H. Winton of Chapel Hill faces Owens in the semis and finals.
Dublin reports that Tom Hales who directed the ambuscade near Bandon where Collins was killed has abandoned the rebel cause and offers his services to the Free State. Michael Collins lies in state at Dublin City Hall after a Dublin funeral turnout. Griffith’s death and Mulcahy’s leadership shape a Free State policy to follow. The final rites are set for Monday with a requiem mass at the pro cathedral and Glasnevin cemetery burial, as government actions remain under review.
Special to Banner-Herald Atlanta reports the fate of 19 year old slayer Frank B DuPre Irby C Walker remains in the governor s hands as counsel for the condemned man states the final appeal to the chief executive would close regardless of the decision. DuPre has been sentenced to hang September 1 and many expect no gubernatorial clemency.
A bomb from a speeding car struck the front entrance of the pumping plant near Rocky Mount, North Carolina, near the At. Ii Line railroads, damaging steps and windows. A special guard fired at the getaway vehicle, which disappeared toward the city.
Report from the western open series notes a morning roll with a score of 217 to 0. Jock leads with a 339 total this morning while another competitor trails at 9 16. The summary reflects early results and positions after the initial rounds.
Glimmers report calcium arsenate as a weevil poison at a meeting of eighth district ginners in Friday morning sessions. Farmers shared success stories while cautioning about cow harm and urging early poison orders, with W. Pittard presiding and W. E. Whitehead, A. P. Stevens, Claud Tuck, and J. N. Thompson among speakers. Twenty one ginners discussed fair ginning prices for fall. a majority favored 70 cents per hundred on a cash basis, while some planned standard orders. Attendees included W. H. Barrett, C. F. Crymes, B. S. Dobbs, David Huff, and others from multiple towns.
Among the leading fabrics for fall are velvet satin and crepes. Dark colors, predominated with brown, lead in the selection.
Charlottville post of the American Legion pushes a Virginia legion convention resolution to modify the Volstead act to allow sale of light wines beer and strong liquor for medicinal purposes. New Orleans fundraiser totals 125000 for upcoming national convention entertainment. Officers to be elected, with Col E Win Col H L Ople and Col John A Cutshins named as potential commanders.
Atlanta report indicates a forthcoming statement about Clyde K Byfield and attorney Luther Z Rosser regarding their New York trip last week. The trip relates to Mrs Byfield's libel suit for 100000 against Walter Candler and Byfield defense in Candler's suit to stop payment on a 20500 note. Rosser declined to discuss details.
In the Congressional Record of 1922 a discussion shows Mr Brand’s absence delaying passage of a bill. Mr Huddleston asks whose bill it is and Mr Stafford explains the measure has waited eight months due to Brand's illness or absence and was kept on the calendar at Mann’s request for Brand to be present.
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