01 Jan 1910
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1910
Page
1
Fire department responded to an explosion at Mr Cheries Sterns apartment on College Avenue. A frozen water pipe in the kitchen range heated by steam caused a blast that shattered the kitchen windows and blew out the back of the range. No injuries were reported.
A union service at Wirat Baptist Church Sunday evening promotes the Juvenile Protective Association effort in Georgia. Speakers include Rev. Crawford Jackson from Atlanta and Judge Richard Russell, outlining aims to aid state children and provide trade opportunities. A planning meeting for church and Chamber committees follows on Sunday afternoon at the Georgian parlor.
Judge C. H. Brand began a Snert session of the Jackson county superior court in Jefferson to hear applications and grant charters to several new corporations. He left for Jefferson yesterday and will adjourn after completing these business matters.
Two young Athenians, Mesers. Eppes and Hoff, showcase a lighter monoplane on Washington street in front of the Eppes garage. The craft, inspired by Curtiss designs, measures 24 feet across and six feet wide with front and rear planes. If engine tests succeed, a more powerful setup will follow and trials are planned in about ten days.
Judge Brand heard arguments for a new trial in the Maughan involuntary manslaughter case in Gwinnett County. Defense counsel I L Oakes N L Hutchen J A Perry and T J Shackelford urged relief while Solicitor General Clifford Walker and O A Nix W B Sloan for the state represented. The matter was submitted and a decision expected soon.
A Biograph release titled Lyric Beautiful presents a witty comedy worth noting. The Day After and A New Year’s Resolution themes promise humor and charm. The film is described as highly entertaining and suitable for holiday audiences.
Banks will be closed today for New Year’s Day while business houses stay open. Post office observes Sunday hours with one carrier delivery and noon window service for mail, though banks won’t cash cheques until Monday.
Mrs J T Hamilton Mrs Power of this city and Mr Hart of Hull Ga survive SUSHI EVANS ED ED LAST NIGHT Funeral held at Mrs Hamiltons Baxter Street residence at 3 30 PM conducted by Dr M A Jenkins pastor of First Baptist Church
Oliver Encampment No 4 held its annual officer election at a Knight of meeting. Chief Patriarch ID mA Priest D J Hemrick Senior Warden Junior Warden R W Bailey Treasurer. The encampment reports a flourishing condition and readiness for Grand Lodge work in May.
Local report claimed Fred Vance died by self inflicted gunshot in Cresent City. Police chief corrected the story noting the attempt failed and Vance is hospitalized in New Orleans with a slim chance of recovery. Relatives awaited full details by mail.
Notice states a meeting of the Athens Bar at the secretary’s office on Saturday January 1 at 1 o'clock. John Y. Strickland urges full attendance for important business.
Urges all members of First Baptist Bible School to attend Sunday morning at 10 06 for the new year. Be on time. Contact 10200 or 2M M Arnold and BL Mell for details. September.
A fragmented report notes a Peabody partner associated with Spencer Trask and New York bankers with ties to railroads and realty, along with mentions of deaths, voters, trains, and cape injuries amid a chaotic cache of OCR text. The readable bits point to prominent New York business figures and their roles in finance and education.
In 1909 there were 56 interments at Oconee Hill cemetery, the city’s only white burial ground. The tally shows 22 adult males, 15 adult females, and 19 infants. Of these, 19 came from other places for burial, while 37 died in the city.
Local police issued circulars describing the forger who used the names Walter G Reed and Rainey to pass forged checks in Lavonia Elberton Richmond Athens and Atlanta. He is believed headed to New Orleans then possibly still in the Crescent City as officers pursue him.
Mr and Mrs J Wa Ceatey have returned from their area trip amid a short on the road report. The couple described outings and local sightings during their travels.
In a quick preliminary and a main game at the YMCA gymnasium, the Intermediates edged the Junior class while the student team led by Forbed and Moss staged a strong comeback. Final scores were 30 to 26 for the students, with the Intermediates winning the earlier 44 to 3 half.
The Weatherly firm dissolves as B H Weatherly retires to pursue schooling. J L Hutcheson buys an interest and the business will be Weatherly and Hutcheson. Hutcheson, longtime local, joins after stints at Athens Hardware Co and Arnold and Abey, promising stronger local commerce.
The Elite Theatre in Athens will present a faithful reproduction of Faust, billed as the greatest picture ever shown there. Patrons are invited to see what is described as the best production to date.
Yesterday's column on the preliminary city council meeting omitted two police and fire department officer names. Mr Eferry Hill and RK L Felton appeared in the corrected roster, with the miss in the published list now noted.
The report describes ongoing work by a superintendent and crew to fix a leak near New Year. Water supply disruptions affected morning and night hours as crews labor to restore full service before daylight.
A fragmented note indicates Mr Aaron Cohen purchased an interest and is described as a regressive business man. It mentions Mr Jake and Cohen among city’s business leaders and hints at decisions affecting a large lucrative enterprise.
The city postoffice will open New Year 1910 with Sunday hours and a single morning delivery at eight o clock. Regular Sunday service to continue 12 to 1 for stamps and parcels. Dr Cleo Power and Miss Edla May Glenn wed last night at Mrs Clem Gillelands home on Jackson street with Rev H C Compton officiating.
Emmanuel Church holds services today with the Feast of the Circumcision and Holy Communion. Morning rites begin at 7 30 and 11 o clock as worshippers gather for the sacred celebrations.
Community services announced by the American Salvation Army for tomorrow include morning and evening sessions at Bowlock and Thornton's Cafe with raffles and meals noted. The notice references Arnold & Abney and mentions a New Year dinner event.
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