Athens Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting At City Hall
This afternoon at 3 30 the Athens Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual meeting in the city hall. President Michael urges full attendance and has invited all city business men to participate whether or not they are members. The session aims to be a brisk business meeting and a strong rally. No collections will be taken and attendance is encouraged to support the city’s growth.
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Athens Chamber of Commerce
Michael
Chamber of Commerce
Council
Presbyterian Church
Vitations
Athens
Michael Bros Company White Goods sale catalog
A fragmented advertisement details Michael Bros Company offering women’s nightgowns skirts drawers chemise corset covers and embroidery and a large selection of white goods. Prices are listed for various fabrics and ladies garments with sales emphasis and multiple Lot numbers and yardage specials. A closing note invites trial on job printing services.
Canvass Aims to Meet YMCA Annual Expenses in Athens
Directors of the Athens YMCA launched a fundraising canvass to cover current year expenses. Despite low cotton prices, donors pledged to match or exceed last year’s contributions, and the committee expects quick progress to raise the required amount. Secretary Forbes has overseen improvements, earning local approval.
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Athens Y. M. C
Trains Collide at Union crossing near Oconee Bridge
Two trains collided yesterday afternoon at the crossing of Seaboard Air Line and Central of Georgia tracks near the Oconee bridge. Both trains were moving slowly. a fireman on the Seaboard train was slightly bruised and one car of a train was damaged.
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Central
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Bridge
Seaboard Air Line
Central of Georgia
Oconee
Elberton
Carter Accused of Larceny After Trust
Y. J. Carter was arrested on a warrant from Mr. Araidid of Statham charging larceny after trust. Bailiff Parker escorted him to Statham. The charge claims Carter borrowed a harness from Arnold nearly two years ago and never returned it or paid. Carter denies criminal intent and says he returned the harness.
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Y. J. Carter
Mr. Araidid
Statham
Parker
Carter
Arnold
Creston Clarke to Star in Monsieur Beaucaire Tomorrow Night
Judge says Creston Clarke presents a refined production of Monsieur Beaucaire in our city tomorrow night. Manager Jules Murry backs the show with lavish scenic and costume detail ensuring a high art entertainment.
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Creston Clarke
Jules Murry
Richard Mansfield
Mr. Clarke
Monsieur Beaucaire
Second trial set in Clarke County murder case Wash Scott
The Clarke County Superior Court convenes at nine with Judge Russell to hear State v Wash Scott for the murder of John Samuels Col. The case, granted a new trial after a prior guilty verdict, resumes with Solicitor General Tribble for the state and a list of traverse jurors.
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Clarke County
Hense
Russell
Vo T Ue
Wash Scott
John Samuels
Scott
Messrs. W. M. Smith
T. F. Green
Tribble
Residence Burned at Smithonia
Yesterday morning at Smithonia the home of J A Moore was destroyed with building and contents. Moore was away and found the house in ashes when he returned. A fine piano purchased recently was lost. Cause of the fire is unknown.
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Smithonia
J. A. Moore
Mr. Moore
Two men arrested for obscene language on Jackson Street
Yesterday afternoon two men were taken into custody after using obscene language on Jackson Street as ladies passed by. The incident was reported to police and the suspects were brought to headquarters. The note from Mayor Rhodes hints at correcting behavior in public. Wier Brothers Co. Fancy Groceries. Phone 465.
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Jackson Street
Rhodes
Presbyterian Church Plans $35000 Remodeling Drive
After morning services the Presbyterian church held a meeting to discuss remodeling. A building committee was kept and a finance committee of A L Hull Billups Phintry John R White S C Upson and W F Dorsey was formed to raise thirty five thousand dollars by subscription. Work will begin once the finance committee authorizes.
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Presbyterian Church
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Tidt
Messrs. A. L. Hull
Billups Phintry
John R. White
S. C. Upson
W. F. Dorsey
Knights of Pythias Install Officers at St Elmo Lodge
St Elmo Lodge Knights of Pythias installed officers for the year at the castle hall. New posts include Chancellor Commander T B Mell Vice Chancellor C H Brand Prelate J F Hart Master of Work A B Harper Keeper of Records and Seals T H Nickerson Keeper of Exchequer A W Vess Master of Finance T H Nickerson Master of Arms A W Wier Inner Guard W C Davis Outer Guard F J Carthers and Grand Lodge reps J F Hart and Troy Beatty. Yesterdy morning Mayor Rhodes tye several offenders. The follow,
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Knights of Pythias
Castle Hall
T. 8. Mell
C. H. Brand
J. F. Hart
A. B. Harper
T. H. Nickerson
A W. Wier
W. C. Davis
F. J. Carthers
Grand Lodge
Troy Beatty
Athens Atheneum Club Reorganization Meets Tonight
A meeting is set for eight o clock at the Athens club house to reorganize the Atheneum. A committee led by Bishups Phinizy J H Rucker and F A Lipscomb manages the process and invites city gentlemen to attend and help establish a socially prominent club for the city.
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Athenaeum
Messrs. Bishups Phinizy
J. H. Rucker
F. A. Lipscomb
Laura Rutherford Chapter Elects Officers for New Year
The Laura Rutherford Chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy met yesterday at the Villa with strong attendance. Officers elected for the coming year include President Mildred Rutherford and 1st Vice President John Gerdine, plus secretary and treasurer posts. A committee was named to plan programs, and the group pledged support for rural schools and aid to schools serving grandchildren of Confederate veterans.
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Laura Rutherford
the Daughters of the Confederacy
Mildred Rutherford
John Gerdine
A. Crawford
Mary Hamilton
Fannie Mitchell
Christian Endeavorers to be entertained at Elder home
The Christian Endeavorers of the Christian church will be entertained at Mr. A. G. Elder's Friday evening. The gathering aims to foster fellowship and plan church activities.
Fire damages threaten Southern Mutual Insurance offices in Athens
Sunday around five, Officer A T Cook smelled smoke at the Southern Mutual Insurance Company building near the Baptist church. Fire started under a grate in Griffeths office, smoldered for hours, filled the basement with smoke, and began to reach the first floor before the department arrived. damage was nominal and fully insured with adjuster present.
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A. T. Cook
Ami
Southern Mutual
Baptist Church
Death of Mr Ralph Webb of Shelby
Mr Ralph Webb of Shelby North Carolina formerly of Athens died yesterday morning in Charlotte after an appendicitis operation. He was twenty seven, son of Hon James L Webb president of the Mutual Life and Industrial Association of Georgia, grandson of Rev G M Webb, and nephew of Mrs John A Darwin. Relatives left for Shelby for the funeral.
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Ralph Webb
Shelby
N. C
Athens
Charlotte
N.C
Mr. Webb
James L. Webb
Mutual Life and Industrial Association of Georgia
G. M. Webb
John A. Darwin
Bhig Sity
Webb
Extraordinary sale at Turner and Hodgson cuts across departments
Turner and Hodgson announce a week long sale with deep discounts in every department. The store was crowded from morning to night as buyers flocked for bargains and fresh goods bought especially for the event. Your money will do almost double duty today.
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Turner & Hodgson
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Monsieur Teaucaire
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G. W. Williamson
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W. S. Appling
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Athenaeum Club
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