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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1920

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Lucy Cobb Friends Meet Tonight at Seney Stovall Chapel

Lucy Cobb Friends invite all city officials and residents of Athens to a meeting tonight at 5 20 at Seney Stovall Chapel. Miss Millie Ruth, president, urges support for the school and its future welfare amid calls for broad community attendance.

Lucy Cobb Seney-Stovall Lucy Goby Ofelock Senayt Havall Chapel Millie Ruth Lucy Cohé Counsil Chamber of ¢Ollamerce Busineiss Mign Christ Son Athens

Veteran William J Stapleton Dies at 66

Thomas J. Stapleton, a World War I veteran and member of the First Baptist church, died Sunday morning at age 66. He lived at 788 Baxter Street and leaves a widow Ada Stapleton and daughter Mrs Milledgeville along with many friends. Interment plans were not fully stated.

Thomas J. Sta ‘Ton G. Stapleton Baxter Street First Baptist Church Hartwell Nunseas Melty la J. L. Stapleton J. L. Stapleton, Eten. 1.7; i. E. . Stapleton Ada

Funeral Services for Infant Daughter Today

Funeral rites for Lillim Ger Lewin infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Lewin are set for 2 30 pm at the Methodist church Ray Street with interment in Oakwood Cemetery. The service follows a Christian ceremony conducted after the infant’s death yesterday at 78 Ocovee Street.

Lillim Ger LB. Lewin Ence Ray

Allies press for reconsideration of exile for former Kaiser

An Allied note urges the Netherlands to weigh the Kaiser issue anew. It argues Allied sacrifices warrant consideration of exile or asylum but says the powers do not demand departure from Dutch policy. The note warns that sheltering a criminal risks justice and fuels dangerous propaganda in Europe.

Associated Press Ee Agen Holland Kaiser Repy Europe

Georgia reserve machine dominates in surprising win

The report highlights Georgia reserves and key players like Thorn and Satterfield contributing to a strong victory as the team overcomes odds. It notes rapid footwork, steady shooting, and a solid supporting cast fueling the win, with mentions of substitutions and game conditions.

Georgia Reserve Brever Ras Thorn Satterfield Anderson

Athens Woman Arrested In Forgery Case

Birmingham Feb 16 Mrs A L Ware a former resident of Athens died while talking to L Ware a prisoner held for forgery in the county A hacksaw about twelve inches long was found in her coat pocket and it is believed she intended it to be sent to the prisoner.

Associated Press Birmingham Ala A .L. Ware Aca Tved Athens L.ware

United States Delivers Objection to Adriatic Recognition Plan

A U S note to the Allied governments rejects the Adriatic recognition proposals as incompatible with Versailles terms and Wilsonian principles. The objection, attributed to the United States, frames the stance as not reconcilable with the fourteen points.

Associated . Wing Adriatic Wilson United States

Dick Jemison Joins Gartley Weston In Auto Industry Move

Dick Jemison former sports editor of the Atlanta Constitution and long time writer on sporting and automotive topics is set to join the Gartley Weston Co as promotion manager. The firm undergoes a recent reorganization amid amalgamation with the Naherte Match Fasting and related partners in the automotive sector.

Associated Press Ponte Aio Southern Dick Jemison Oc ‘Ing Atlanta (Ga Parra Gartley-Weston Co Ineory

Basketball Climax Contemplated Tonight

Athene boys Allen Moore and George Thornton Allen, old stars of Athens High and YMCA, Riverside Military Academy, and nearby programs, are noted as leading contenders as the Tech Varsity faces a tough Macon test this evening.

GQ. M. c Tech Macon Athena Allen’ Moore George Thornton Allen Athens George

Rotarians to Meet with Chamber of Commerce

President Jarret invites the Athens Rotary Club to join the Chamber of Commerce for the first meeting of the year at 4 o'clock. The session aims to set goals for 1920 as the greatest yet, with plans for constructive work to keep Athens at the forefront of community progress.

Jarret Rotary Club of Athens Seaenes Commerge Alkene New Jarrell Chamber Atheny

Athens City Court Opens With Three Cases

The first spring term of Athens City Court opened yesterday with Judge T P Green presiding. Three cases were heard in parallel. Ligsie, Sam and Jim Hill faced charges of cutting trees on Talmadge Croverty without owner consent and were found guilty. sentence to be pronounced today. Also noted are previews of two films shown at local theaters, Douging Wan and Doris May, with reviews describing their features and notable stars.

Athens T. P. Green Ocaltigt Nerries Ligsie Sam Jim Hill Talmadge Croverty J. Renees

Army Essay Contest urged for all ages nationwide

An official Army recruiting notice promotes a nationwide essay contest on enlistment in the U S Army. Winners receive medals, silver cups, and all travel expenses covered for winners and guardians to Washington. essays judged by district boards and national winners announced by Secretary Baker and generals.

Hinta United States Army Recruiting Service Seca Pcan U. S Washington Baker Petaes Reed Hospital Santa Barbara California Hoy Baltimore New York State Nevada Wriany Seriteen Essa Army Porahing March Peareet America Uni

Funeral Services for Mrs Busan EB Jackson Held

Mrs Busan EB Jackson died yesterday afternoon at 298 Lumpkin Street. The burial will be at 3 30 this afternoon at Jackson Burial Ground. Rev EB H Jennings will officiate. She is survived by her husband J P Jackson, three daughters Leone Elizabeth and Sallie Wayne, and two sons J P Jr and L B. Pallbearers named B F Woods Thomas Comer Robert Bradpar Prince Thornton John Bowden Thomas Elmer Joe H Downs and Charles Downs.

Pervier Busan EB Jackson Lumpkin Street Jackson EB. H. Jennings B. F. Woods Thomas Comer Robert Bradpar Prince Thornton John Bowden Thomas Elmer Joe H. Downs Charles Downs

Lectures Begin On The Five Phases Of Religion

Prof R E B Park of the University of Georgia delivers the first in a five part series at H C Tuck's Sunday School class in First Methodist. The topic is The Five Phases of Religion. Mrs Bryan to speak this afternoon at 4 in the First Presbyterian church Sunday school room to the Missionary society and the public is invited.

H. C. Tuck First Methodist Church R. EB. Park University of Georgia Mrs. Bryan First Presbyterian Church P. Bryan the Missionary Society

Appraisal of Demagogue Influence and Civic Decline

An excerpt reflects on demagogic impact and the moral role of leaders and citizens. It stresses honest virtue, Christian charity, and the hope for uplift amid calamity, contrasting manipulation with constructive guidance and civic elevation.

Democrats Claim GOP Ingratiutous Attacks on Government

Fragmented newspaper fragment accuses Republicans of ingratitude and sensationalism to discredit the government. It references reports detailing charges of waste, extravagance, and alleged failures in early aircraft programs and defense projects.

DeHaviland Plas

Crugedale Company Plans Expansion and Stock Increase

Crugedale will build a fourth house in Athens to meet rising demand for its flowers. The firm reports strong subscribership to its capital stock and plans to enlarge its plant and facilities within the next forty days. The charter is under consideration and full organization is expected soon as production grows.

Athens Reanda Busingea Crucedale Seaerel Ae Mit Ig

Tulane to Face Georgia in Athens Tomorrow Night

The Tulane basketball team from New Orleans meets Georgia in Athens tomorrow night. The brief item notes the teams’ matchup and venue, reflecting a local sports schedule blurb with limited readable details.

Georgia Tulane New Orleans Cough Stoveman Lee Athens Sci Mt

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