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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1920

Page

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Wilson Asked About Disposition of German Ships

In Washington the senate debated a resolution asking how the United States would dispose of German ships seized by the United States. Senator Brandegee presented the measure seeking under what authority the president acted in seizing and dealing with German vessels and papers.

Wilson Associates Press Washington, D.C Senate Britian Union Anle Uy Tha ‘Chipping Board Brandagoo Tegubiican United States

Brick Building Sells in Noted City Transaction

A brick two story building changed hands in a notable deal. The transaction was arranged by Charles Marta for Kerwin Compasy and Mc Ge Deatlog, with representation by Seaseoo.

Joruaay Cousizy Charles Marta Kerwin Ge Deatlog Ot Ast Eamd ‘Tira The Seaseoo

Athens Banner Makes Georgia First Daily Newspaper by Air

The Athens Banner, with aviator L Montague Rolfe, delivered the paper by airplane to Elberton and Washington marking a Georgia first for mail delivery by air. Weather and muddy fields caused delays but the flight demonstrated the paper’s progressiveness and the era of modern transport for news distribution.

Athens Elberton Washington L. Montague Rolfe Rolfe-Epps Flying Company Georgia Banner Rolfe Hin Phans Avator Rolfe Afr Eoreigh Sho National. Bank McGregor’s Athens Sea Richard Carle Ain Segeane dal Wili_FiysTeday Roscoe ‘ Turner Avistor, Monte-Rolfo RolfeEo Company Lex

Milligan Narrowly Wins Third District Seat

Democratic candidate J L Milligan loses to Republican W L Coles in the Third district race. Coles predicts Milligan's victory margin between 1700 and 7000 as the election ends and a new congress member is sought to replace Secretary of Commerce Alexander.

Sy -Assoclated Excelsior Bprings Milas J. L. Milligan W. L. Coles Republican State Committee Cole Milligan Congress Secretary of Commerce Aiander

Suffrage Test Filed As Equal Rights Debate Rages

Mary G. Kilbreth, president of the association, announced a test suit challenging voting rights. Opponents warn the election results may be held up as the case proceeds.

Frage-Y Thalpora Saneen Mary G. Kilbreth Association

Senators in Glork Rooms Talk Over Lansing Affair

Washington February 14 The undersecretary of state Frank L Polk ambassador Joan W Davis and ambassador Hugh C Wallace emerged as leading figures discussed as successors to Robert Lansing Congress debated the resignation with avidity but the matter did not reach the floor of either house in cloak rooms today.

Associated Press Washington Frank L. Polk Joan W. Davis Great Britain Hugh _C.Wallace France Robert Lansing Congress

Cabinet Meetings Declared Unnecessary By Redfield

Secretary of Commerce Redfield asserted tonight that cabinet meetings were only necessary if the nation's benefit demanded it. He added other causes were responsible for recent requests and the resignation.

Mr. Redfield Commerce Redfield

Barber Says Order Issued Postponing Railroad Walkout

Detroit February 14 The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes and Railway shop workers walkout planned for Tuesday was postponed by President Barker per President Wilson s request until after the general conference of railroad union committeemen The controversy was referred to the conference urged to call off the strike set for February 17 and tonight President Barker announced the delay

Associated Press Detroit Brotherhood Barker Wilson Teadert

Juror Testifies in Newberry Race Profit Debate

Grand Rapids reports focus on a juror testimony amid a Newberry race dispute. The discussion includes figures cited by McD and references to a proposed strike delay directed by Barker and the executive committee. Washington intrigue surrounds a request impacting government duties and union positions.

Associated Press Grand Rapids Fon Jackson

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