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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1914

Page

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Fire department inquest on Chief McDorman and Carithers

An aldermanic board and the mayor probed a personal dispute between Fire Chief George W. McDorman and Frank Carithers, aide to the auto truck driver. It was alleged Carithers insulted the chief and a glass-window incident occurred. The committee may seek Carithers suspension or resignation and consider removal action by council. The inquiry stresses department harmony and possible leadership changes in Athens.

Yester George W. McDorman Fire Department Frank Camthers Down-Town Gordon M iIt Cart Ity Carithers Man Athens

Lucies Undefeated to Date Set to Meet S N S Tom

The Lucies, undefeated this season, will face the S N S Tom on the State Normal floor tomorrow afternoon at 4. The game promises a strong contest as the Lucies seek progress in the schedule.

Lucies

Unclear Fragments Signal Athens Busy Property Scene

Fragmentary notes reference bustle in Athens meat sections and property owners amid a popular commercial thoroughfare. The text is garbled, offering glimpses rather than a coherent event or report.

Athens

Magnificent Paintings to Be Seen in This City Soon

Athens joins five other cities to host an American Federation of Arts exhibition. The 37 painting show costs $150 plus $315 for local printing drayage boxing and unboxing. Thirty backerspledge $5 each to cover any deficit and tickets are on sale at Costa's.

Athens American Federation of + Arts Washington Columbus Miss Montivello Louis Ville Charles Ton S. C Richmond American Federation of Arts Tseas Costa's

Nossey's Friday Specials on Eggs and Groceries

Fresh country eggs priced at 22 1 2 cents per dozen with other offers including fine hens 50 to 55 cents, fat roosters 35 cents, lemons 18 cents a dozen, prunes 10 cents per pound, sun dried apples 10 cents per pound, 10 pounds of Silver Leaf lard 1 40, Florida cabbage 3 1 2 cents, Georgia turnips 2 1 2 cents per pound, Irish potatoes 3 for a bag. Money refunded if not satisfied.

Florida Georgia

More Offenses Filed This Year Across Police Dockets

Police records show a large year to year rise in cases docketed this year with a shift from ordinary cases to new offenses. Traffic ordinance violations dominate the docket alongside vaccination submission cases and tax-evasion charges for street taxes from last year, swelling monthly totals.

Mayor's Court Recorder

Crystal Theater Monday Film Returns to Curtain

The Crystal Theater announces Monday offerings featuring the acclaimed Arnold and Abney act drawing fans of their past stage triumphs. The program aims to captivate audiences who followed their rise to success years ago.

President clarifies U S policy on Mexican intervention

President Wilson stated the United States will not send marines to Mexico without the consent of Mexico's governing authorities. He dismissed reports of plans to seize Mexico City or recover a body, noting no request had been made. He described the Mexican revolutionary situation as largely unchanged and cited weakening Huerta control while rejecting talks of a northern republic.

Associated Washington Wilson United States Mexico William S. Benton Mexico City Huerta Sint Iie Hoste Carranza

Verdict favoring county in Bridges damages suit

The court returned a verdict for Otis Bridges against Clark County for 95 in a suit over injuries to the plaintiff s wife from rotten planks on the College avenue bridge over the Odonee river. A separate suit by Mrs Madie Bridges for 5000 actual and punitive damages is set for today, focusing on the extent of injuries. The bridge is a county city partnership structure, on the county side at the time of the incident. Real Case Today. Green Snap Beans New potatoes. Arnold & Abney. Sliced Beef in Bulk 50c the pound. Arnold & Abney.

Wadiuty Cou ‘Peturnel Otis Bridges Clarke College Avenue Odonee River Madie Bridges

Palma-Wens Wins Second Vanderbilt Cup In Santa Monica

Ralph De Palma captures his second Vanderbilt Cup on the Santa Monica course before a field of sixteen. Barney Oldfield finishes a little over a minute behind after wheel change. Edwin Pullen crashes but is unhurt. De Palma averages 75.6 mph on the 40 mile race with the event opening gates and starting times announced.

Associated Press Los Angelesy Cal Ralph de Palma Santa Monica Barney Oldfield Palma Edwin Pullen Pullen Earl Cooper Witner Harry Grant Spencer Wishart Gil Anderson Harry Ramm Dave Lewiss Karl Cooper Frank Verbeck William Carlson Frank Goode J. Marquis Guy Ball George Joekmann Tony Jenette

Fresh Produce and Cakes at Williamson's Market

Fresh today offerings include Strawberries Tomatoes Cauliflower Celery Lettuce Beets Cranberries New Cabbage. Fresh cakes such as Pound Cake Silver Cake and Basie Cake available. Best selections arrive every Tuesday and Friday at Williamson's.

Williamson's

Presbyterians Boys Of Church Affiliation At University Organized

A new Presbyterian youth group formed at the university church affiliation as part of campus religious activities. The organization aims to engage students in service and observance through regular meetings and events.

Presbyterian Club of the University of Georgia Formed

Last night the Presbyterian Club of the University of Georgia formed with a new constitution and by laws. P B Holzendorff was named president Milton Scott vice president and Clarence Rawson secretary and treasurer. Membership is open to all desiring church loyalty and interest. Other denominational groups including Methodists and Baptists plan similar clubs.

Presbyterian Club University of Georgia P. B. Holzendorff Milton Scott Clarence Rawson Methodist Boys

Anniversary Party Honoring Mr Edward C Payne

A group of friends gathered at Prince Avenue home for a 22nd anniversary of Mr Edward C Payne. Guests included L N Betts W A Capps H R Palmer J Quinn John H McKinnon Upsom Harper George E Stone LUC Begwn and W F. A silver token was presented to Mr Payne along with a fruit course dinner.

Edward C. Payne Prince Avenue W. F Mr. Payn

Gas Rates Discussion Set by City Council

The gas rates committee calls a meeting for Monday March 2 at city hall to consider local gas rates. City officials say representatives from the gas company and the Chamber of Commerce will be present and the matter will be reported to the council at the March regular meeting.

Sitys Council Gas Company Chamber of Commergs

Sulzer Evidence Sparks Heated Drug Case Details

A fragment from a police report hints at a murder investigation tied to Sulzer evidence described as spicy. The document references a courtroom pursuit and ongoing legal actions surrounding the case.

New York Political Scandal Testimony Reveals Money Trades

Testimony cites payments and gifts amid graft claims. The witness states Sulzer, Murphy and Brady discussed $25 000 and $15 000 payments tied to a $40 000 suit. Dummies allegedly masked contributions benefiting the Democratic Party.

New Yorks Toyin John Doe Teal Murphy Tammany Bulzer Brady Sulzer Murphy

West to Take Senate Seat for Georgia March 2

Atlanta reports William S. West has been appointed by Governor Slaton to fill the late A. O. Bacon’s United States Senate seat. West will take his oath and seat on March 2 and plans to spend a few days at his Valdosta home before departing for Washington.

Associated Press Atlanta William S. West Slaton A. O. Bacon United States Georgia Senate West Valdosta Washington

Investigation of Texas Ranchman Clements Vergara

Laredo Texas February 26 Interest in the fate of ranchman Clements Vergara ran high as reports from Hidalgo indicated an American Consul Garett visit and Gov Colquitt ordered a full Texas investigation with possible deployment of the National Guard to the border. News also noted Austin reports of Aus tin avi at his business place after long illness.

Associated Press Laredo Tex Clements -Vergara Texas Garett Hidalgo Aval Ffeth Grippe

First Talk to Newspaper Men Since Imprisonment Fra Says He'll Never Be Ha

Leo M. Franks, superintendent of the factors, spoke to newspaper men from prison for the first time since his imprisonment. He denied guilt and claimed the death sentence would fail on appeal. He discussed the case and the evidence used to convict him in the Mary Phagan murder.

Associated Ee Atlanta Mary Ph Mary Phagan Leo .M. Franks Fran

Becker Rested in Tombs After Murder Conviction

Charles Becker former New York police lieutenant was brought from Sing Sing to the Tombs and jailed after being convicted of the Herman Rosenthal murder. He said to his wife that it was the first kiss in sixteen months. District Attorney Whitman plans to decide on further action after the appeals court reversal.

Eris Becker Associated Press New York Charles Becker Sing Sing Herman Rosenthal Ydi Idsaq Whitman Rower Court Court of Appeals

Injury Recalls Long Past Rail Accident

Twenty two years earlier a Florida railroad wreck caused a lasting foot injury for Mr. J. H. Dorsey. A sleet slip ten days ago worsened the condition, breaking his hand while a treacherous foot from that old crash festered that weakness.

J. H. Norsey Dorsey Florida

Farmers and Business Men to Meet in Louisville in April

Special to the Banner. The Conference of Farmers and Business Men will meet in Louisville Kentucky April 7 to 10. The program emphasizes demonstrations of cooperative rural movements and household activities with government experts displaying a fully equipped parcel post system to illustrate mail handling and savings for retail stores.

Louisville Washington, D. C South United States

Tech’s Basketball Trip to Atlanta and Auburn in 1914 Season End

The note indicates a game tonight against Tech in Atlanta and a subsequent trip to Auburn. The sequence is expected to finish the 1914 season, with lingering uncertainty in the fragmentary text about remaining schedule details.

TECH Atlanta

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