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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1921

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Agreement on Four Power Treaty and Army Cruelty Allegations

Marion J. Wallis of Georgia testified he saw Corporal Crawford shoot and kill a sick private Harley at Camp Wheeler in June 1918. Wallis, a former Georgia regiment member now at the University of Georgia, provided details to Senator Watson and said the testimony would be used before a senate investigating committee.

Banner-Herald Crawford Pryor Street Atlanta Harley Camp Wheeler Marion J. Wallis Tih Georgia Regiment University of Georgia Thomas £.Watson Inashington Senate Lis Stockgeo Wallis Mr. Wallis

Bishop grows into bustling center in Oconee County

In a visit to Bishop, Oconee County, writer notes a dramatic town rise since its founding in 1895 1896. He highlights a modern bank the Bishop Banking Co a brick town center a modern school building and several churches. Community leaders like Dr Fambrough and Mr Fambrough are praised for shaping growth and commerce with several merchants backing a hopeful future.

Kentunky Bishop Araluad Fambrough Oconee He Bank Ip Banking Co Oconee Warehouse Co Fambrough Han Bishop Banking, Co B. Porter H. Breedlove Cahier C. B. Chandler M. Reynold Lalis Ink Conway Seation Oram Oglethorpe Maxey G. D. McCook J. J. Johns Pambrough Bisho Tine S .Ee Gazaar Henner Athens

Senate committee clash sparks row over charges

Report describes a tense senate committee meeting led by Senator Watson that devolved into a heated exchange with Major George W. Cocheb amid accusations of misconduct. The scene features raised fingers, threats, and a chaotic atmosphere as participants debate legality and conduct.

Washington Senate Committee Watson France

Weeks attacked over army size cutbacks and budget

In Washington on Friday Representative Tincher Republican of Kansas criticized Secretary Weeks for his New York address. Tincher said Weeks attacked Congress and the President and hinted Weeks held a grudge for the War Department’s reduced army and budget.

Washington Weeks House Tincher Kansas New York Congress War Department

Four Power Treaty Talks Advancing On Naval Ratio Plan

Reports indicate progress in rma negotiations with a possible early open conference to announce agreement on the 6-5-3 naval ratio amid debates over naval bases and fortifications. Japanese and French capitals signal cautious optimism while formal decisions hinge on substantive replies and fortification terms.

Washington Associated Press Rma Naval Base Tokio Paris

Blind man’s first steps after long blindness

James Potty, living in Kansas City, recalls life before and after a 32 year blindness ending with an operation. He notes changed fashions and the street scene as he adapts to sight and urban life.

Kansas City James

Wilcox murder case shocks Eufaula connections uncovered

True bills were returned against Anne Lee and last name Dikrand for the Wilcox murder in Eufaula. The victim, 68 year old J S Wilcox, longtime state life insurance agent in New York, was killed near his hotel after dining at a cafe. The motive remains unsolved with investigators tracing a lone attacker, as Wilcox’s missing roll of money contrasts with intact watch and diamond ring.

Ufaula Alabama Frinv Anne Lee Dirand 'Iy Dha Ivetguts Heth J S Wilcox Anna Athens Jamon B. Wilcox Hie Hufaula Montgomery Willcox Mutual Life Insurance Company New York Duag Birdmingham Hils Watea Butania Bufaula Cyprian P.willcot

Fire ruins old Green Mill in Gainesville Georgia

A damaged Gainesville notice reports the rebuilt Green Mill property owned by W N Rundle recently burned again. The site includes the mill building a rail warehouse and other structures totaling about seventeen thousand dollars in value. Previous owners include Bera G Pilgrim and J B Jay.

W. N. Rundle Ednesday Bera G. Pilgrim J. B. Jay

Judge Overrules New Trial. Hutson to Appeal

In Cairo Georgia Judge R C Bell overruled Glen Moore Hutson's motion for a new trial after his conviction for the murder of his two stepsons. Hutson's counsel announced an appeal to the Supreme Court, with the hanging sentence to stand pending appeal.

Hudson Cairo R. C. Bell Glen Moore Hutson Supreme Court of Reia

Griffith and Collins muster strength to back treaty ratification

Associated Press reports Arthur Griffith head of the Irish delegation holds sway with Sinn Fein officials for a likely majority vote to ratify the Anglo Irish treaty. Headline notes possible leadership from Michael Collins allies in the Irish Republican Army and Army staff amid tensions. Separately, bomb explosions injure several at a main entrance gathering, some hurt by shrapnel, with conflicting reports on motive.

Dudlin Associated Presa Arthur Griffith Sinn Fein Irish Mblican Army Besta Michael Collna

Notorious Bandit Slaughter Shot By Man He Led To Liberty

Noted prisoner Slaughter, under death sentence for a guard killing, escaped with other inmates after gaining control of the state penitentiary yard. He was shot from behind by a white man who had been aided by Slaughter in the breakout, and Slaughter died in the Saline county hills. One of the four other escapees was wounded and dying. the shooter and his companion were in custody.

Little Rock, Ark Tom Slaughter Saline County State Penitentiary J. J. Crow Benton Ieorn J. C. Rowan Garelard County Howard Seminone Little Rock Ark — Me Tucker Philips County B. H. Dempsey

Macon Men Plan Cooperative Farm Market

A twenty member Macon group starts a concrete plan to establish a cooperative farm market serving Bibb county farmers and others within sixty miles. Dr. W. G. Lee heads the effort with Dr. Soule of the State College of Agriculture to survey and prepare a marketable plan for diversified farm products.

Macon Bibb County W. G. Lee En Ae Geow Re Soule State College of Agriculture Soule

Mediators Sent In To Settle Strike In Chicago Yards

In Chicago yards mediators from the U S Labor Department and the Indiana Industrial Commission arrived to end a strike with few orders. Clashes centered on scattered street tension and an incident where two women with clubs attacked a policeman.

Chicago Associated Press United States Department of Labor Tiiinoia Industrial Commis

Three Candidates In Race for Gainesville Ga Mayoralty

Gainesville voters face a municipal election Tuesday with a three contender race for mayor. The ticket lists W A Palmour John A Pierce and Thomdeon for mayor with candidates named for the second and third wards and an unexpired term. The ballot also notes influence from women voters complicating the contest.

Gainesville W. A. Palmour John A. Pierce I ‘Thomdeon Mare Incey Ee Moore Moore Eatmoreland Bagwell A. Coop Cooper Edge R. BE. Greene B. T. Parke James W. Witte I Wee AH nO'shisida H. Muni

Severe quake hits Tokio with injuries and widespread damage

Washington reports the most severe earthquake in twenty years. It injured many people and damaged numerous houses. City water mains broke, cutting off supply. Havoc disrupted crockery shops and local commerce.

Washington

Woman Leader Now In Prophet Role

A readable fragment notes a woman assumed a prophetic role and speaks of authority and purpose within a community setting. The text references leadership, guidance, and a call for action aligned with spiritual duties.

Prohi Agents and 18 Others Charged in Liquor Conspiracy

Philadelphia authorities indict three former prohibition agents and eighteen others in a liquor conspiracy case. The grand jury alleges a scheme tied to forged permits and illicit quotas worth over four million dollars in Pennsylvania. Names linked to the case include Slater, Jeon He and Benner, with William Anot named in indictments.

Prohi Philadelphia Persmits Wa General Grand Jury Slater Jeon He E Benner William Anot

Earnings Of Bail Men Announced In May 1921 Railroads

New York reports the U S railroads employed 1 694 872 workers in May 1921 with total wages of 214 339 385 dollars. After a 12 percent cut ordered by the Railroad Labor Board the 1921 compensation shows 199 671 596 in wages for operating expenses and 45 871 010 in punitive pay while workers’ average July earnings are listed for various classes including signalmen yardmasters and road engineers among others.

New York Railroada United Interstate Commerce Sion Iri Rane Ua Rane Ua, An | Scelsatia Emtho Eegiones

Soleman, ers murder charge in Hawkinsville trial

A jury sits to hear the murder charge against Soleman and others in Hawkinsville Georgia. The proceedings follow the alleged crime reported in local records and involve named parties including William Hall.

Soleman Ers

Officials at Railway Labor Board for shop and maintenance of neaphyen

Fragmentary notice shows the Railway Labor Board setting schedules for maintenance work and shop duties. It mentions a ten to thirty item timetable and submission to labor authorities. The text is garbled and local names are unreadable.

Ato-Railway Labor Board Maine

Guatemalan Provisional President Succeeds Herra

Guatemala City AP dispatch reports General Orel lana, chief of staff of the Guatemalan state, poised to take the presidency early this week, succeeding Carlos Herra.

Guatemala City The Associated Press General Orellana Guatasara Steie Se Ite Carlos Herra

Four power treaty in principle agreed by major powers

Washington reports that the United States Great Britain Japan and another power have agreed in principle on a four power treaty as a substitute for the Anglo-Japanese pact. Plenary session will hear the terms soon with no naval ratio decision planned for the immediate meeting.

Washington Assocated Press United Great Britain Japan Rene Vign Prapee

New York Mother of Mrs Jerome Michael Dies at Home

The obituary notes the death of the mother of Mrs Jerome Michael in her New York home on Thursday. Bids for sympathy are extended to the family as they mourn.

Jerome Michael New York

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