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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1913
Page
5
Rev. R M Dixon arrives with family from Forsyth to lead the Young Harris Memorial Methodist Church. Officials greet him at the train, a decorated parsonage, a six o clock dinner, and a warm welcome from Dr Allen and others. He will preach tomorrow at his new church.
Last night at West End Baptist church in sight of Young Harris Methodist church the new pastor Rev A L Flury arrived from Atlanta with his wife and two children. An informal reception was held with nearly all members and many friends in attendance to extend a cordial greeting and start his new administration. The Philathea class provided refreshments and the event marked a promising beginning.
The Baptist Tabernacle hosted a week of revival led by Dr Ridley with strong attendance and praise for Athens Banner's support. A schedule outlined child talks, morning and evening sermons, and closing events as believers urged all to attend before the final sermons.
Miss Rosa Smith remains gravely ill with condition described as critical by yesterday's reports from New York. Her father Mr Smith traveled Thursday to be with her while Mrs Smith departed yesterday. many friends await more encouraging news today.
In Atlanta a detective named Hollingsworth loses $63 at the terminal station while seeing relatives off. He publicly recounts the loss, provoking laughter. A jabby note from Blackhand to Chief Beavers thanks him for the "lob ster" and jokes about vice squads at stations. The chief treats it as a joke. Hollingsworth remains silent.
The Holman building, a ten story office block with a top floor set for dances and entertainments, was christened last night in a brilliant Athens occasion. Revelers filled the ballroom as the Banner went to press at half past two this morning.
Two matinees last evening featured Al Shaffer's Delights presenting a musical farce The Coming Champions to roaring crowds. Numbers included All I Want Is a Regular Man Dear Old Girl Look Me Over While the Lovins Good Ragging the Baby to Sleep Good Bye Everybody and Snow Ball with seven encores for the final tune. Show repeats twice this afternoon and three shows tonight. Today’s pictures are Essanay Greed for Gold Edison A Woodlawn Paradise Selig Adventures of Dan McGuire.
Aunt Laura Billups died suddenly yesterday morning at her Athens home after a long life as a legendary baker. Born in 1817 on Robert Toombs’s Washington Wilkes county land she lived eighty years in Athens. Her cakes fed weddings of Hoke Smith and Henry Grady and delighted dignitaries including Judge Taft. Cakes were shipped to London Paris and beyond. She fell, recovered, then died peacefully after a final day of humor and devotion. Funeral plans will be announced in the Banner with many white and color friends expected.
A Lucy Cobb Institute fair run by the German class and several faculty members runs from 11 in the morning to evening to benefit the Lucy Cobb Fund. German costumes will be worn, booths themed, and luncheon served throughout the day. Lady friends and school patrons are urged to attend.
The jury in Atlanta Journal Publishing Company versus T. W. Powell remained out all night in city court over a roughly $300 account. A verdict seemed unlikely before today, and after this case the regular session will pause until February term.
Yesterday was arbor day in Athens with outdoor programs at Oconee street, Baxter street, College avenue, and Nantahala avenue schools. Readings, recitations, songs, and papers accompanied by trees planted on each grounds. similar efforts at colored schools and private parties plus city plantings made the day a practical success.
Judge John C. Hart, state tax commissioner, spoke to the student body at the State Normal School about tax equalization and the duty of taxpayers to bear their share of state expenses. His fine address echoed principal points already covered in prior reports of his speeches across the state.
Washington reports President Wilson remains in bed with a grippe as his cold lingers in the nose and throat. His physician ordered another day of confinement and canceled engagements. Secretary Tumulty said the fever is slight and treatment is working, with a return expected in a few days.
A new millinery course is offered in the State Normal School Home Economics department. An exhibit of student work is open today in the Smith Building with hats, violet and rose decor, and tea served from 10 to 1 and 3 to 5 30. Teachers include Miss Edna Randall Miss Bess Baird Miss Parna Hill and Miss Rebecca Stewart.
London cab inet issues royal proclamation prohibiting arms import to Ireland amid Ulster unrest. Prime Minister Asquith signals conciliation toward Ulster government as Carson touts Ulster volunteers swelling from nineteen thousand to ninety thousand and ready for orders in Nottingham speech.
Jefferson Ga December 5 Mrs William Dunbar wife of the local Methodist minister dies from serious burns suffered when her clothing ignited from a grate yesterday evening The accident news reached the Banner by telephone last night with her death occurring late hours yesterday
W S Holman and Co announce three car loads of Kentucky mules shipped directly from Bowling Green Kentucky arriving December 15. The notice urges buyers to prepare for the shipment and sale.
A compact snapshot of small items: Athens Savings Bank offers 4 percent interest on deposits compounded twice yearly, with minimal $1 and marketing urging saving. SKAT soap advertises strong hand cleansing for factory work. Tax Collector reminds paying state and county taxes by December 20. Help wanted for a stenographer billing clerk and office assistant. Lost fox terrier Mack. rewards offered. Four-room house for sale or rent on Nacoochee Avenue. One-room house for rent at 684 College Avenue with January 1, 1914 possession. White Rabbit flour available at Williamson’s.
W B Brumley, accused by Charles Eaton of stabbing, was acquitted in mayor's court after evidence showed Eaton attacked him with a salt cellar and Brumley acted in self defense. Eaton paid a $5 fine for disorderly conduct. Brumley, a former Birmingham newspaper man, was in town for special ty advertising.
Insurance and real estate notes from Lipscora and Atlanta. Includes fire insurance inquiry with J C Jester, barber trade training ads, second hand store counters, local real estate loan offers, doorstep service by FEARS GROCERY CO, free club rate magazine catalog from Bevil Subscription Agency, White Rabbit Flour at Williamson, milk cow for sale, sweet pea planting, local magazine club offer duplications, and McGregor Company local trade urges.
The University Ag Club elected officers after a heated vote requiring a second ballot. G. R. Jones became president, Busch secretary, Muncey parliamentarian, and Everett sergeant at arms with Lloyd 21 and Proctor 23 on the second ballot. Mrs. A. E. Cudripp of New York visits Miss Ethel Reese on Brittain Street.
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