16 Dec 1910
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1910
Page
1
German dialect icomedian Al H Wilson headlines the Colonial with Metz in Ireland. He performs songs from his own compositions including My Queen of Dreams while scenic artists add mechanical and electrical effects to complement the tale set in Ireland and its charm and friendships.
The Majestic theater presents two new Independent films daily and invites patrons to win a gold and white china set with a china cabinet prize. Today’s program includes The Poor Student a lighthearted student romance and The Ride to Death a thrilling two reel feature.
The Y W A Christmas bazaar begins today at Miller Furniture Company. Proceeds support a charitable cause. The event offers a wide range of fancy articles and holiday goods at modest prices, inviting shoppers to visit early for first choice.
In Athens a drunk tramp with injuries faced the mayor and was ordered held while his peddler partner, with a jewelry package, sought release after attempting to raise funds by selling shoe strings. A substitute tramp left the city within thirty minutes. Three disorderly young black girls were jailed for Christmas, and officials urged a stockade to better handle female convicts. A Fitzgerald ad warns of safe blowers posing as beggars and cripples moving with trains.
Local report notes cold storage eggs located at Arnold and Ney facilities. Officials confirm supply lines intact with no disruption to distribution. Residents advised to monitor market notices for price changes and availability.
Advice urges sending gifts today to ensure delivery by Christmas. Notes that early mailing eases post office burden, helps avoid delay from a legal holiday, and preserves surprise with a “Do not open till Christmas” sticker. Recommends mailing today or tomorrow at the latest for far destinations.
At a six o clock meeting of incorporators in Atlanta Gainesville and Commerce leaders were chosen as additional trustees for the Black Mammy Memorial Institute The full board includes Major J E Talmadge Sr W T Bryan John D Moss E R Hedgeon and the three named this evening The board will meet December 21 to perfect plans for a school to teach colored girls in a colonial building funded by prominent white supporters led by Prof S F Harris
Since the Banner first urged a fund to support the widow of Valentine Dunaway, Athens citizens have made steady voluntary contributions. The fund total reached $955.50, with a list of donors and amounts previously acknowledged listing $952.50 before last night.
Annie Cole a 20 year old Black woman from Clarke County went to Athens Police Headquarters seeking a divorce. She claimed her husband abandoned her after the births of their children and refused support and medical bills. She was advised to bring $25 and return. the officers clarified that police handles no divorces and suggested pursuing the Superior Court.
Athens readers will find two films exciting at the Crystal Theatre. Imp tA Child's Judgment offers strong drama for all ages while Reliance presents When Woman Wills with notable stock company. Also featured Crystal's Christmas Presents for children with a football and a talking doll.
A Banner story on Oconee Council officer elections notes Royal Arcanum has 325 members locally while earlier figures listed 125 members for the same council.
Twenty five items listed with ten applicants awaiting initiation. Small Hams nineteen pounds. Limited Mora meat available at this price while stock lasts. Arnold and Abney advertise continued sales at one percent per pound.
Major Joan Fletcher Hanson, president of the Central of Georgia railway and Ocean Steamship Company, died at 69 East Fourteenth Street at 6:50 AM due to embolism from a liver condition. He was 70, with a long career in railroads, manufacturing, and Republican politics, survived by his brother, two daughters, and his wife. He helped found Bibb Manufacturing and led Central of Georgia railroads for years.
Tonight at the Athens YMCA two business men teams clash while seniors and intermediates mingle. The event aims to popularize basketball with careful team selection. Admission is 25 cents with 10 cents extra for front gallery seats, proceeds fund gym renovations.
Last night at the Clarke Rifles armory in DuPree Hall the Kronia celebration drew a large crowd. First Sergeant B. S. DuBose won the prize drill and the medal for best drilled man, presented by Mr. Joe Deadwyler. Citizens in unique costumes portrayed comic characters. notable entries included Matt and Jeff, Foxy Grandpa and his kids, Newlyweds, Napoleon, Buster Brown, Mary Jane, and Tige. Judges were Maj. Nix, Capt. Moise, and Capt. Foster of the University cadets.
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