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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1910

Page

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Officers Named for Associated Charities in Athens

A recent meeting at Rev. Dr. M. L. Troutman s home approved officer nominations to be voted at the next gathering. The roster includes Cobb as president Webb as first vice president Cohen as second vice president Nickerson as third vice president Conlon as fourth vice president Hussey as fifth vice president Hooper as secretary and a broad board of directors with many names. The mass meeting is set for Thursday February 17 at 4 pm in the city hall council room to adopt a constitution and by laws guiding the Associated Charities of Athens Ga.

Associated Charities Maia M. L. Troutman A. J. Cobb M. Webb Frat Aaron Cohen T. H. Nickerson Daniel Conlon C . Hussey W. PD. Hooper Reys M. A. Jenkins Troy Beatty E. L. Hill H. Stanley Grubb Mildred Rutherford H. C. White Louie Lane Virginia Bryan Robert W. Lampkin Hopec Athens Associated Charities of Board of County Commissioners Board of Directors Society

Hanson Uncle Lace Hanson laid to rest with pallbearers six sons

Mr J T Hanson known as Uncle Lace Hanson dies at 74 after four days illness in Jefferson while visiting home. Burial in Puryear district with six grown sons as pallbearers. Survived by two Athens sons D W Hanson and E L Hanson and four others in Jackson county plus a daughter and many grandchildren. He was a longtime Methodist.

Puryear J. T. Hanson Lace Athens Messrs D. W E. L. Hanson J. C N. O A. M Jackson County Methodist Cleurch

Mad Dog Runs Amuck In Scufflerit Area

A rabid dog attacked four children in Scufflegrit near Hendrix Street and in nearby yards of Black residents. Police arrived, shot the animal multiple times, ending it. The head will be sent to the state chemist for hydrophobia testing and treatment supplies will be given to bite victims on request.

ScuMegrit Hendrix Street State Board of Health

Athens Terminal Company elects officers and directors

The annual meeting in Athens resulted in unanimous re-election of directors Major John E. Talmage Howell C. Erwin Charles B. Griffith E. B. Eppes Judge H. W. Bell and John D. Moss. E. B. Eppes was named president Gordon C. Carson secretary and treasurer.

Athens Terminal Company John E. Talmage Howell C. Erwin Charles B. Griffith E. B. Eppes H. W. Bell John D. Moss Gordon C. Carson

Negro Dray Driver William Jones Dies After Old Accident Recall

William Jones, a colored man known in Athens, collapsed and died yesterday at a city farm. He had previously been the dray driver involved in a fatal incident three years ago on College avenue, which stirred the city. The report notes the long memory of the case and its impact on local feeling.

William Jones Athens Jones Eberhardt College Avenue

Fall Down Steps Causes Death of Mrs Eveline Pew

Mrs Eveline Pew aged 70 died from injuries after falling on stairs at her home 172 Bryant Street in Winder. She fainted recently and struck her forehead on a step, with physicians attributing death to the head injury. She leaves a daughter, Mrs W M Hayes.

Eveline Pew Winder W. M. Hayes

Athens Firm Lands Record Seed Deal In Cotton Trade

From forty to sixty thousand bushels of cotton seed, valued at 20000 to 25000 dollars, was bought in one block yesterday by Athens based Southern Cotton Oil Company under manager John B. Wier from Col. Jas M. Smith of Smithonia. The deal marks the largest within the region in years and included sale of high grade cotton seed meal for fertilizing. Other mills competed but Athens secured the contract.

Athens John B. Wier Southern Cotton Oil Company Jas. M. Smith Smithonia Col. Smith

Clarke County Commissioners Fail To Meet On Schedule

Clarke County commissioners did not convene on the third Tuesday due to illness of two members Holman and Pittara. The bill intended for passage will be heard at a later session and decided once a meeting occurs.

Clarke County Holman Pittara

Woodmen meeting urged at Oda Fellows Lodge

Members of George B. Davis Camp 292 are urged to attend the meeting this evening at the Oda Fellows Lodge. There is new timber to work on and coal deliveries can be prompt from Atlantic Ice and Coal Corp with no price advance. Ring 117. oF 895.

Woodmen OF the World George B. Davis Oda Fellows Atlantic Ice & Coal Corp

Valentine Sociable Called Off By Y M C A Auxiliary

The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Y M C A cancels tonight's Valentine sociable due to a busy week with Mr Forbes of the Y M C A and illness among several women who were to help.

Valentine Mr. Forbes

Atlanta Bond Vote Wins With Wide Margin

Special to The Banner reports Atlanta’s bond election passed with 8 474 votes for bonds and 61 against, exceeding two thirds of registered voters. Bonfires and a torchlight procession mark the celebration as the city boasts more than a thousand votes to spare. Separately, post office burglaries hit Stephens and Maxeys, with dynamite used to blow open safes and losses in cash stamps and jewelry, while local sheriffs and officers pursue suspects. A federal secret-service agent is expected to join the case soon.

Atlanta Ga. Fe Atlanta Spirit Stephens Georgia Road Oglethorpe Howard Hunter Maxeys Thephens Lexington Crawford Stephene Athens Secret Service

Clarke Rifles Shine In Local Army Company Inspection

The Clarke Rifles, fifty five strong with only three absent, impressed Major Fred erick Palmer during a thorough inspection at the armory. He praised their uniforms, equipment, and drill, noting the unit’s rapid rise and predicting it could rank among the state’s best with community support.

Clarke Rifles Frederick Palmer Palmer Clazslo South Car

Banner Job Office in Athens Promises High Grade Work

The Banner Job Office operated by Mr. Joe O'Farrell offers commercials and book work. Located in the Banner building next to the Daily and Weekly Banner office, it is described as the only fully equipped plant in the area for high grade printing and publishing tasks.

Banner Athens Joe O'Farrell Place

Atlantic Ice and Coal Corp. price notification appears

A fragment notes price figures for Atlantic Ice and Coal Corp with references to ring numbers 117 or 895. The incomplete line suggests a classified or notice context but lacks full details or action.

Barlow and Wilson Minstrels At Academy of Music

The Raleigh News and Observer of December 31, 1909 reports Barlow and Wilson Minstrels at the Academy of Music last night drawing applause. The first part featured melodic vocalists and clever spoof of Cook and Peary. the second part offered juggling, Fred Robb, the International comedy quartet, buck dancing, musical comedies and other specialties, with continuous audience approval. The Colonial venue hosted the show Saturday evening.

Barlow & Wilson Raleigh News and Observer Barlow & Wilson Minstrels Academy of Music Cook Peary Fred Robb Songy Buck

Busy Bee Opens on College Avenue Amid Rifle Club Revival

A report notes renewed citizen interest in the Rifles after officers’ work and an inspection. The article highlights a new restaurant on College Avenue, the Busy Bee, praised for being fresh, clean, and offering popular prices.

College Avenue Tae Busy Bee

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