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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1922

Page

6

Sanford Named Southern Conference Commissioner Pick

Prof S V Sanford of UGA is appointed by H J Stegeman to represent Georgia Alabama Mississippi and Kentucky in the National Collegiate Metrc association Fourth district. The move follows Dr Henry Phillips departure to join the Episcopal church and signals the Southern conference as the governing body with Sanford to oversee intercollegiate events and a new tournament setup in Atlanta.

Cial Pat E. Pierce National Collegiate Metrc Association Sanford University of Georgia National Association Henry Phillips Nee Phillips South Jumbis 8. C Episcopal Church State University Sesanee Southern Conference

OTHERS AND DAUGHTERS OTHERS AND DAUGHTERS

Fragmentary note reads play title query and a quirky line about trying it. No clear names, places, dates, or events are readable to form a proper news item. The text lacks coherent context or factual details for a full card.

Broadway Whirl Pleases Athens at Colonial Theatre

The return engagement of Broadway Whirl drew a well filled Colonial audience Monday evening. The show offered no plot and relied on vaudeville acts, with chorus girls mingling with patrons. Standout stars included Blanche Ring Charles Winninger Winona Winter and Jay Gould as the chorus captivated the crowd. The performance was described as musical and intoxicating with a lively, informal charm.

Colonial Theatre Colonial Athens Blanche Ring Charles Winninger Winona Winter Jay Gould Ie & Word Athens House

3 Wise Fools Set To Open At Colonial Theatre Athens

John Golden brings the comedy 3 Wise Fools to the Colonial theatre in Athens on January 19. The producer promises top laughter and a strong cast led by John W. Ransome, famed for his stage work and fan-making fame. The show follows Golden’s string of hits including Lightnin Turn to the Right Dear Me and Thank You.

John Golden Colonial Theatre Lightnin Austin Strong

Defends Himself Against Charges Election Frauds

A political figure from Michigan addresses charges in a lengthy statement. He expresses astonishment and regret upon learning the amount involved, and credits Michigan voters for their loyalty and confidence during the state campaign.

United States Michigan

Maniac Collects Bicycle Lamps Placed On Probation

A man, Edward, described as a bicycle lamp enthusiast, kept five lamps at home and decorated his bicycle with lamps. Magistrates in London placed him on probation after police reports.

London Edward Ing Edward

Five Power Treaty Talks Continue Amid Draft Disputes

Washington reports the five power naval limits draft nearly ready as experts clash over defining a merchant ship and arming merchant vessels. Britain seeks arms for merchantmen while others fear loopholes. A mediation path by Hughes and Balfour could reconcile Japanese and Chinese positions within days.

Washington Associated Press Craf Mr. Root Hughes Arthur J. Balfour Aroha Hope

McWhorter Talks On Game of Life

Bob McWhorter gave a talk at the Sunday club about the Game of Life. He urged staying within bounds, running interference for others, and guiding youths along the right path to play fair. Forty two boys and four men attended despite bad weather, showing strong Sunday meeting interest with hope of leading more to Christ.

Bob McWhorter

Exiled Prince Draws Wieringen Sketches Abroad

Exiled prince in Holland amuses locals by sketching, joining young girls of Wieringen district for informal drawing sessions. The former crown prince has drawn several portraits of neighborhood children during his stay, noted by residents and travelers passing through.

Wieringen Holland

Pepper Named U S Senator From Pennsylvania After Penrose

George Wharton Pepper of Philadelphia was appointed to fill the late Boles Penrose’s Senate seat with the vacancy to be settled by the November election. Pepper, 55, a longtime lawyer and Penn trustee, has opposed salaried public office before and held war era defense roles. McCumber was chosen as finance chair to succeed Penrose, with Frelinghuysen assigned to the vacancy on the committee.

Philadelphia George Wharton Pepper United States Sproul Monday Boles Penrope Ian Penrose Senate Pepper Hitchcock Nebraska Pomerene Ohio Manapoli Boles Penrose University of Pennsylvania Law Department Council of National Defense Pennsylvania Public Safety Committee Episcopal Church Pennsylvania Alsol M'Comber Washington Mc Cumber North Dakota Committee On Committees Senate Finance Committee Frelinghuysen New Jersey

Red Cross clothing drive aids Athens poor

A program to clothe the poor in Athens was initiated by the Athens Red Cross production committee led by Madame Joseph Lautrat. Members met at Red Cross offices to plan immediate garment making, aiming to have the needy clothed before the severe cold. The production committee will meet again to discuss further relief work in Athens.

Athens Committee On Production Red Cross Volunteer Service

Georgia Road Conditions and Weather Forecast

Georgia roads show varying wet and muddy spots after rainfall with no major closures. Northern divisions report light to moderate rain. some routes like Tallulah Falls and Covington to Madison are rough but passable. A dry, sunny spell is forecast with rapidly drying roads beginning Monday.

Atlanta Rome Dalton Chattanooga Georgia Tallulah Falls Buford Gainesville Athens Madison-Augusta Covington Bociat Circle Madison Royston Hartwell Atlanta-Macon Barnesville Fort Valley Newman

Chancellor Opens Bowden Normal School in Georgia

University of Georgia Chancellor David C. Barrow opened the Bowden Normal School as a new branch of the state system. The doors opened to the public Monday with several hundred Bougia youths enrolled. Barrow planned to return to Athens midweek and possibly visit Valdosta before returning.

David C. Barrow University of Georgia Bowden Normal School University of Georgia Sytem Tem Siete Boulgia Barrow Athens State Normal and Strial College Valdosta

Granddad of all kangaroos footprint found in Hastings lagoon

A fossil footprint in the Hastings district is attributed to an ancient giant reptile from the iguanodon family, possibly 2 to 30 feet tall. The track, exhibited to scholars, covers about four square feet and is linked to dinosaur-era activity. Scotland faces a whisky shortage as no liquor was distilled from March 1917 to March 1919.

London Hastings Amerpany Theologista Gevocration Glasgow Scotland

Permanent hospital for ex service men in Missouri

President Harding signed an executive order to establish a permanent hospital for ex service men at Jefferson City Missouri, on the Jefferson City Barracks Military Reservation. Also noted are a North Dakota rail excise tax ruling by the supreme court, and local notices of illness and visitors including Capt G H Head Rev J W M Merris and Miss Mary Comer visiting relatives.

Washington Harding Jefferson City Missouri Jefferson City Barracks North Dakota Supreme Court G. H. Head Barber Street J. W. M. Merris Siete

Gude's Pepto Mangan Promises Health Boosts

An old fashioned advertising blurb praises Gude's Pepto Mangan for strengthening health and providing “pep” by building good blood. It targets weak, run-down readers and urges purchasing from druggists in tablet or figura form.

Gude

Fresh produce and bakery items at Arnold Abney

Local ad lists fresh snap beans and tender squash along with peppers, carrots, beets, spinach, and fancy eggplants. It also promotes coffee cakes and fresh chips, attributed to Arnold Abney.

Arnold Abney

Passing of the Union Si Ohare at New York Theatre

The death marks a turning point in the city’s uptown population shift away from the famed Vaudeville era birthplace in New York. The landmark theatre where L.F. Albee began his career closes, ending a storied chapter in metropolitan entertainment and signaling changes in demographics and cultural centers.

New York F. Albee

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