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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1922

Page

2

Germans Deny American Commission Invitation

Berlin denies any government official suggested appointing an American commission to study Germany's economy. London papers caution against expecting American intervention while noting Germany faces a January 15 reparations cash installment. Editorials from Telegraph, Daily News, and Westminster Gazette discuss potential American involvement and its implications for U.S. interests.

Berlin Associated Press Chancello- Cuno Germany London Great Britain The POST Yarmely the Telegraph Daily News Westminister Gazette United States Morning Chronicle

Visitors in Athens List Names and Hometown Ties

Friday visitors to Athens included H. Ertzberger and A. Scott from Georgia towns Savannah Hartwell Powelton Alex Bay Greensboro Jefferson Columbus and Atlanta along with several New York City residents Dr J R Chappell Mr and Mrs Mac Michael W H White Edward J Cuddahy and others.

Athens H. ¥. Ertzberger Savannah H. A. Maxeys Hartwell J. R. Chappell New York City Mac Michael Edward “J. Cuddahy W. H. White D. E. Gilsom Gilgen Powelton N. Y A. T. Scott Alex Bay New York H. Heard Atlanta Reid Monfast Greensboro C. F. Baker J. W. Alexander W. I. Dooly Donald Richardson E. H. Massey Jefferson, Ga RF. Winchel Columbus A. D. Porter Carneyville

Electrocution in South Carolina murder case ends in delay

Frank M. Jeffords faced execution for the May killing of partner J C Arnette at a Columbia gas station. Governor Harvey granted a reprieve for Ira Harrison, whose fate also hinged on Supreme Court questions, as juries described the crime and witness testimony detailing the plot and discovery of Arnette’s body.

Columbia 8. C Frank M. Jeffords South Carolina J. C. Arnette J . Arnette Ira Harrison Arnette Harvey Harrison Jeffords Richland Mal Annette Glen Treece Jeffuges Rison Treece Marcy

Firemen Fall as Brooklyns Auto Plant Burns

New York Deputy Fire Chief John F. O’Hare and 12 firefighters were injured when a wall collapsed during a blaze at the Auto Bab carriage plant in Brooklyn. O’Hara, directing crews, escaped through a window as debris trapped him. Smoky Joe Marin and another rescuer pulled him free. He received last rites as he was rushed to hospital. Damage was extensive.

New York Schrot John F. O'Hare Brook4lyn Auto Bab Carriage Company O'Hara Joe Marin Toa Hospital Voyelnians Atty

Favorable report on wool and other raw material standards

A favorable report notes that committee findings support continued use of certain wool and related materials in manufacturing. The document references compliance with product standards and potential impact on pricing and supply chains.

Washington

Notre Dame Church Razed by Fire in Quebec

The historic Notre Dame church in Quebec was destroyed by a blaze believed caused by arson. Chief Daniel Lorain said a threat letter warned of the burn on December 28, and firefighters faced dense smoke as they searched for the seat of the fire between the ceiling and roof. The church, known as the French Basilica, hosted its first mass in 1650 and was consecrated in 1666 by Monsignor de Lavalle.

Quebec Notre Dame Daniel Loratn Québec Monsignor de Lavalle

Lightnin Athenian Engagement at Colonial Theatre

Long awaited appearance of Lightnin with Bill Jones and Milton Nobles on December 25 at the Colonial Theatre. The one night stand features Milton Nobles, Stuart Fox, and a noted cast. the production has a storied New York run and is touring prior to a London engagement.

Lightnin Colonial’ Theatre Bill Jones Milton Nobles Stuart Fox New York Gaiety Theatre Irene Winchell Smith Mr. Golden Bill John Marvin Marvin Mildred Buckley Joneses Percy Winter Frank Tbppeton Barney Gilmore Dolly W. Nobles Nyda Weatman Ming’shirley Homer Hunt Extory Bhinkall Milton Woolwine Pauline Moxon Norma Waynsworth Helen McKay James FP. Kelirney George Spelvin

Crash in Tennessee injures multiple as tree falls

Reported in Summerville a crash result shows 70 year old Deeritty is dead after a tree crushed him at home. Juries received Tucs one Sian was crushed by a tree which his song, folied.

Robert’ ‘Deeritty Summerville Tucsone Sian

Troubled Wine WEA Report Cites Childhood Struggles

Fragmented notes describe ongoing personal distress and past hardships. The writer, identified as Ben Hyde, notes lingering pains and dizziness while expressing a desire to regain ability to work.

Ade Ben Mic Hyde Benoohigan Xideey Oley

Paris Bank Confirms Will Dismisses Fraud Charge

An inquiry into the estate of Miss Lillian Fair Hellen of Boston found a will in a Paris bank naming Mme. Liotardy sole heir. A banker who lent 15 000 francs faced fraud charges after the loan to cover probate costs was repaid when the will was located and Liotardy repaid the money.

Paris Mme Liotardy Lillian’ Fair Hellen Boston Miss Heller T‘e Nice Mme. Liotardy Miss. Heller Mediterranean San M. Bogg Lse Hegalle Mme. Lidardy

Harding to Grant Two Christmas Pardons

President Harding will issue Christmas pardons to two federal prisoners. The pardons are expected to be announced before Christmas Day. No war time law violators are expected to receive pardons this year.

Davison-Nicholson Co Washington Harding

Student arrested for bigamy in Bigany County

Shellie L. Barden, formerly of Thomasville Georgia and a rehabilitation student at the State College of Agriculture, was taken to his old home by a deputy Thursday night charged with bigamy. Records show he married Cynthia E. Pledger on Feb 17 this year and has lived with her since, while maintaining a wife and child in Georgia.

Shellie. L. Barden Thomasville State College of Agriculture Barden Athens Cynthia E. Pledger Nis South Georgia

Shot and killed from ambush near Vera Cruz

Smill Arnsten, former Shreveport resident and pipeline superintendent of the Mexican Gault Oil Co, was shot and killed from ambush late Thursday on the road between Toto and Macamix tle in Vera Cruz state, authorities reported.

Tampico Smill Arnsten Shreveport Mexican Gault Oil Coy Toto Macamixtle Vera Cruz

One Dead One Hurt In Ohio Family Feud

Roy Led son, 25, is dead and his brother Wil Mam, 32, is severely wounded after a feud with the Pearson family. James Pearson, 60, is being hunted by deputies and state police for murder as authorities describe the clash as the feud’s climax. The fight occurred near Ledson farm on the hill east of Weirton, West Virginia, across the river from Steubenville.

Stfurenville Roy Led Wil Mam James Pearson West Virginia Ledson Weirton W. Va Steubenville

Seek Slayer of Four Savannah Men Reported

Savannah police pursue unknown assailants linked to a fatal shooting at a fractional store near Bull Street. A proprietor named Kekonaa Vi was shot inside the store as intruders entered the premises, with inquiries ongoing into the motive and suspects.

Savannah John Kekonaa Fur Slet Street Bull Street Kekong

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