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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1921
Page
1
Fragmentary text shows still open negotiations and a push toward a joint stance with Valera and public leaders. It references Premier Lloyd George warning that prolongation could boost extremists while maintaining a cordial tone in political letters amid stalled talks.
A group led by the five local banks forms Spalding Farm Products Company Incorporated to handle farm products for Middle Georgia farmers. The venture aims to end cotton as a money crop, provide ready markets, and build a large storage and curing facility using modern handling methods. Griffin, a historic marketing post, is seen as the ideal base for this progressive plan.
Judge Charles H. Brand announced in Athens that six examinations will fill the office of postmaster on September 20. Civil Service Commission officials will conduct the test, with leading candidates including Paul Smits, Dr. W. M. Magill, T. G. Galigher, and W. R. Porter, all aligned along party lines.
The funeral of Dr. J. H. Goss was held Friday at 11 o clock at the First Methodist church with a large gathering. Floral tributes honored the beloved physician as Dr. Hill and Dr. Richards led the services. A grave side service at Ocense Cemetery followed.
James A. Hollomon reports from Baton Rouge on Louisiana Governor Parker shaping a new fiscal plan. A 2 percent severance tax will fund higher education, emphasizing an agricultural university system. The state prepares land near the Mississippi with 2000 acres, fencing, and initial cultivation to support a grand university network and a yearly $1 million maintenance fund.
Lon Brown was found guilty by a Greenville jury with a mercy recommendation after being charged with murdering his wife. The trial heard that Brown choked his wife to death when she scolded him for taking some of her chickens.
Sheriff deputies continue to probe the Huff killing at the Agio factory as John Thompson denies involvement. Evidence gaps and unconfirmed alibis deepen doubt about a clear motive or suspect while lights and wires were cut and the case remains the town’s most puzzling premeditated murder.
Bandits robbed the Huntington Park branch of the Los Angeles Trust and Savings Bank, gaining between 20000 and 45000 dollars after knocking an employee named A Adams unconscious with revolver butts. Authorities describe the crime as an armed daytime robbery and seek leads on suspects.
Secretary Hughes responds to Panamanian minister Luis Garay denying need for further comment on the boundary controversy. He says the United States fully considered all questions but remains convinced that Panama and Costa Rica are bound by the arbitral award.
James Oeil Hawkes, a Athens youth, was shot and seriously wounded by Monroe Officer Joseph E Johnston on Charen Street while authorities pursued a speeding Ford with Hawkes and two others. Hawkes remains in hospital as physicians monitor his condition amid warrants for assault with intent to murder issued for three men connected to the incident.
Madison W V a The United Mines Workers president Keeney calls off the Marmet to Mingo march amid martial law opposition. He says trains will bring the 500 to 600 marchers home and warns of federal government actions if the march continues through Logan into Mingo county.
Sheffield Ala George and Ben ton of Birmingham say they bid for the nitrate plant at Muscle Shoals and are acting with Henry Ford to secure the property He predicts a higher bid will soon be made and implies further action by Ford in the matter.
Topeka Kansas union miners in District 14 vow no coal until Alexander Howat is released from jail on September 7. Secretary Howe of the Kansas Federation of Labor warned the state may take over the mines if the strike persists pending peace bond fulfillment.
The Athens Railway and Electric Company won a one cent fare increase to seven cents after the Georgia Railroad Commission denied broader power-rate requests. The decision, opposed by business groups and local government, sets the earliest possible implementation for Monday and follows a prolonged petition process dating back to April 6.
Washington reports indicate the United States may withdraw occupation forces in Germany once the peace treaty is ratified. Officials say the occupation is no longer required and costs are around 14,000 troops and nearly a million dollars monthly, with Germany paying only a small portion of the $250 million due.
The Interstate Commerce Commission authorized Friday railroads in the Mississippi Valley to set export rates on iron and steel products and pig iron 20 to 25 percent lower than current levels. The change aims to meet foreign competition, as domestic and export traffic previously shared the same rates.
Marion Montgomery Arnold a Jackson County product and Athens resident for 29 years leads Arnold Abney Co. retail grocers and bakers. A senior member and trusted businessman, he is active in church life and local affairs, with strong loyalty to friends and convictions as a beacon in the community. Birthday noted as July 31.
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