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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1916
Page
1
The passage discusses Monroe Doctrine ideals of mutual defense against aggression and the United States role. It notes a predicted shift in Europe’s hostility toward America and implies the US would continue to support its republics despite past American hesitation.
Official figures show crude production rose by about 2,000 barrels last year as gasoline prices climb. The United States holds its largest reserve stock on record, while gasoline exports in the last ten months lag behind two years prior.
Wireless report from Senator Bailey says the Southern Pacific steamer Algiers with 25 aboard is not in danger after being driven ashore on the Louisiana Gulf Coast near Batavia Light during Tuesday night’s storm.
Geo T Bolton reports rapid growth since entering the grocery trade five months ago and pledges continued effort to satisfy patrons. The ad lists flour brands New York granulated sugar various meats canned fish syrups produce fresh bread and medicines with Arnold & Abney as operators and stock described as too large to name.
The Sigma Alpha Epsilon convention for Alabama Georgia and Florida closed in Birmingham with Athens named as the next gathering place. Officers elected for the coming year include O Barnard Ozark deputy arcon Hodges Birmingham and Haley Birmingham as secretary-treasurer.
Confederate veterans from the Cobb-Delaney camps plan a regular monthly session at City Hall this morning and at noon will enjoy a traditional Georgia barbecue at The Delmar.
Comptroller sends letter to all banks announcing salary policies. No bonuses above ordinary dividends or excessive pay. Department notes moderation for executives and staff amid financial year end constraints.
Washington December 31 The Red Cross will issue a statement defining the class of hospital supplies England will permit sent to Red Cross organizations in Germany and Austria following a conference between former President Taft head of the American Red Cross executive council and Sir Cecil Spring-Rice the British ambassador.
London reports two protracted cabinet meetings focused on a bill for compulsory service for unmarried men. While eastern Galicia remains obscure and Pripet front fighting slows, Greece protests Entente fortifications of Saloniki and consuls’ arrests amid bomb drops near Greek HQ. Italian landing in Albania nears engagement with Bulgarians. King George’s New Year honors reward war aid.
The Bell system distributes badges to employees serving five or more years. J Epps Brown of Atlanta inaugurated the plan to recognize loyalty. More than 100 women and girls will receive badges, with two women having thirty years of service. District Manager Jarrell notes ten to twelve local recipients, fifteen to sixteen district wide.
Rev. J. A. Bell D. D. will lead his first formal pastoral service at West End Baptist Church tomorrow morning after his call to the congregation.
Judge Hamilton leads a hunting party that included Wiesemal r, W. T. Bryan, H. H. Price, Marcus McWhorter, Robert McWhorter, Howard McWhorter, and Thurmond McWhorter returning from a swamp area in the far south after a pleasant outing.
Several thousand bunches of bananas offered with no set price and a warning that unsold stock will be moved at a loss. Prices listed as 49 45 and 60 cents per bunch with 5 and 10 cents per dozen on small orders and 3 dozen for 26 cents. Located at Corner Broad and College with contact numbers 1360 and 767.
Washington reports improved business conditions reflected in 1915 bank clearings with large gains in nearly every city and major Southern centers. Six month totals show vast increases with few exceptions.
New Years Holy Day of obligation Mass offered at 9:80 a.m. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass. NonCatholics invited to attend. Father Clark.
Farm renting bargain offered with one to six horses for less than half price. Dozier & Co. promote Gossard Corsets at 709 South Mutual Building, urging readers to place wants in their advertisement column.
Reports from Blakeley Georgia describe two more negroes killed and four wounded as mob violence in western Early County escalates. Sheriff Howell pursues suspects after a posse disperses a white farmer threat. Seven negroes were killed yesterday while pursuing Grandison Goolsby and his two sons linked to the death of overseer Henry J. Gillipique. A lodge and Masonic and Odd Fellows buildings burned. a negro lodge book allegedly tied Goolsby and his followers to the killings.
Based on Whittier and Clyde Fitch the silent film adaptation of Barbara Frietchie plays at the Elite. The production features Mary Miles Minter, the screen’s youngest star, and Mrs. Thomas Whiffen, the stage’s oldest actress, adding notable appeal.
Fragmentary report from Monterey describes a railroad derailment near Mexico City involving explosive-laden boxcars. The central train, carrying soldiers, suffered a blast affecting the cars with dynamite and other charges. Exact casualty details are unclear from the readable text.
An advertisement indicates Harper Groen plans a going out of business sale before January. The notice signals clearance of stock and liquidation steps.
Washington reports Austria’s reply to the Ancona note meets many American demands and offers future positions deemed more satisfactory than Germany’s. Officials say no ships be sunk without resistance or escape with people aboard removed safely. Diplomatic rupture danger now deemed passed. Settlement seems near.
The Interstate Commerce Commission approved a readjustment of freight rates for railroads serving the South from Mississippi to the Atlantic and midwest to the Potomac. The new schedule cuts many rates for haul to intermediate points while raising rates to terminal points such as Atlanta and Birmingham. Roads may file new commodity-rate schedules by August 1 for items including coffee, cotton, fruits, burlap, furniture, tobacco, and naval stores.
The Livestock Campaign resumes January 24 1916 covering fifty two points in Georgia. The program by Georgia State College of Agriculture in cooperation with railroads and the U S Department of Agriculture showcases purebred livestock and seeds. It features lectures on livestock raising and distributes literature. Stops include Maysville Lula Clarkesville Clayton Cornelia Foocoa Hartwell Lavinia Gainesville Buford Roswell McDonough Jackson Grove Dallas Smart Villa Ris Tallapoosa Jonesboro Griffin Barnesville Themaston Forsyth Toomsboro Tennille Wadley Statesboro Waynesboro Augusta Hepzibah Wrens Grovetown Thomson Warrenton Sparta Washington Crawfordville Greensboro Madison Monroe Covington Conyers Decatur Union City Palmetto Newnan Hogansville LaGrange West Point and more through March 14.
Jeff McCain of Nashville Tenn resigns as United States district attorney of Hawaii saying he cannot be both honest and happy in the position. He arrived from Honolulu and cited influence by five commercial interests as a reason for stepping down.
Mayor elect Bob Arnold told the Banner he hopes for Athens to have the best year in its history from every standpoint including finances, education, and cooperation among all sections and classes. He urged improved collaboration to unite the city.
The federal reserve bank ruled that agricultural implements are permanent farm improvements. Therefore instrument paper drawn to pay for them is eligible for discount with the reserve banks.
Joe Murphy, famed Kerry Cow actor, died today in New York at age eighty three. His estate is estimated at three million dollars.
William Waldorf Astor, who renounced American citizenship sixteen years ago to become a British subject, was created a baron in the New Year honours. He is the only American, besides Loyd Fairfax of Virginia, to be a British peer.
Marion Yarbrough, 25, dies after several days illness from pneumonia at Hillcrest. He previously lived in the city and was connected with the Normal School Pharmacy. The body is to be transported this afternoon to Siloam for funeral and burial tomorrow.
Max M Ferre at 252 N Lumpkin St sends a year end greeting to customers wishing happiness and success in the coming year thanking patrons for support during the past months.
An old newspaper advertisement for The Delicatessen Shop lists fresh oysters, smoked salmon, Finnan Haddock, smoked sturgeon and bloaters. It also touts Frank's Delightful Meat and a variety of produce including carrots beets parsley celery and fresh horseradish.
Property just outside Athens city limits near Milledge Avenue and Lumpkin Street. Fronts Lumpkin Street or Princeton Road with potential four to five building lots. Includes a five room house with outbuildings, good well water, currently rented at $100 per year. Sold by administrator R L Bramblett of H L Mullins estate on the first Tuesday in January. For information call 892 or 120-J.
Curly features Miss Lottie Pickford with a prominent supporting cast in three reels at the Vaudette today. The Stab, an Amer Thanhouser feature, a solid comedy, and other notable acts fill the program. Adv Devonshire Park Sausage 25c Kingan's Bacon 3 lb 1.00 Indian River Oranges and Grapefruit from Florida Arnold & Abney.
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