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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1922
Page
1
Interviews with Athens merchants reveal a cautious mood amid hard times. Business owners discuss cotton storage, prices, and credit, while public interest grows in a fall sale, a city park site, and possible railway improvements to spur trade and growth.
A local speaker urged builders to increase housing to accommodate rising families and workers. He emphasized the city’s need for manufacturing and larger facilities, noting incentives could attract entrants and support a wage-earning economy. He described a visit by residents seeking residence and opportunities, and the lack of engagement with them.
Henry Ford submitted a refined lease and purchase proposal for the Muscle Shoals properties, sent to Congress with Weeks stating the contract would be included in a formal report. Ford insists on a 100 year lease and guarantees annual interest on construction costs, while other offers may accompany the report for Congress. Southern members back Ford despite worries the House may split on approval.
ATLANTA John Williams, convicted of murdering a farm hand, will begin serving his life term without further appeal, his counsel announced today.
Funeral services for Mrs Alice Fielda were held yesterday in Ar noldaville conducted by Reverend Colle with burial in Arholdavilie cemetery. Bernstein Brown were in charge. She was the wife of Mr J B Fields and had been ill for months. Surviving husband four daughters and three sons, including Mr G A Fields of Athens. The Banner and Herald had incorrectly announced services in Winterville.
In Philadelphia trials seven juveniles, four boys and three girls, were freed on homicide charges after a ruling placed murder cases of youths 16 or under under juvenile court jurisdiction. A surge of prosecutions followed as juvenile courts expanded to handle backlog, including cases involving Elizabeth Mabel Lance and the death of a boy who was struck during a game of marbles.
A dispatch reports that the naval treaty is virtually finished and will be endorsed. Delegates focus on Shantung dispute, China, Japan, and broader Far East questions while preparing for other programs. Battleships may be used as carriers or training vessels, with only minor details left unsettled.
Nebraska senator formerly linked to Natiraka dies at home in Omaha from heart ailment. The figure, described as a former trusted public servant, passes away, with local officials noting natural causes at a private residence.
The Georgian Glee and Mandolin club is forming for an April start with a big minstrel show. Leaders Mallon Sheffield and John Slaughter have begun early recruitment while the Mandolin club has already chosen last year’s members and adds new players Tom Walton Brown Williams Lyon Joel Red Shrop One Louise Mitchell. John Slaughter will lead on first solo violin.
Washington report states W L Mapother of Louisville and Nashville and H E Bryan of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul testified before the Interstate Commerce Commission urging further wage reductions as the only path to boost earnings to meet fixed charges amid railroad cost pressures.
Washington report states President Hanling is concerned about enforcement but has not set a definite policy to secure broader compliance. White House involvement hints municipalities may openly flout the prohibition law.
Washington dispatch reports M. Briand confirms M. Sarraut will continue as head of the French delegation at the Washington conference until its work is finished. Briand’s cable to President Millerand instructs Sarraut to stay on, praising his leadership and the delegation’s cooperation with allied nations.
SAN FRANCISCO The trial of Ruston Arbuckle continues with peremptory challenges. Eleven tentative jurors remain, exactly as before, and it is expected the jury will be completed by Monday.
San Antonio report from La Prensa says government circles expect formal recognition of Mexico with Alberto J Pant to travel to Washington as minister and Miguel Alessio Robles to take the foreign relations portfolio after recognition.
New York boxer Gene Tunney won the American Welt heavyweight title with a judges decision over Battling Levinsky in a 12 round fight Friday night. Tunney, of New York, secured the title after the decision was rendered.
The advisory council of the Federal Reserve Board declared opposition to a proposed law directing the President to appoint a farmer to the Federal Reserve Board. The memorial was presented to President Harding today, signaling political pushback on the nomination.
Dublin reports that Éamon de Valera and his followers are not expected to attend tomorrow's Southern Parliament session to ratify the peace treaty. The notice notes their invitation but indicates their absence will mark the gathering.
SAN FRANCISCO. Woodrow Wilson wrote January 3 to John H. Williams of San Francisco and published in The Bulletin that Senate failure to ratify the Versailles Treaty deprived the United States of world leadership. The letter responded to Williams praising his efforts enabling the Washington Arms Conference.
New York public event to honor returning troops as transports arrive. A train of 190 soldiers from the homeland Rhine land will be greeted with hearty welcomes upon arrival at the city pier after a recent battle scene and rough seas.
Prank B. DuPree under murder indictment in Atlanta charged with killing Irfy Walker and wounding B. Ghani-Weat during a jeweler shop robbery. Arrest occurred Saturday in Detroit. Police report he confessed to the crimes.
Governor Neff imposes martial law in Mexia and surrounding areas over alleged widespread law violations. National Guard units reinforced by 40 men from the 6th Cavalry brigade assist rangers in raids while civic authorities cooperate. Detentions arise as two men held by deputies. liquor found on two officers leads to no charges yet. Winter garden resort used as detention camp. military courts to try violators.
In Los Angeles, Arthur Gufeh faces murder charges in the case of J. Bell Kennedy. The eight week trial ended with verdict deliberations as a jury of ten women and two men prepared to decide Gufehs fate.
Washington reports December foreign trade data from the Commerce Department showing a nearly 1.0 billion dollar drop in the US favorable trade balance for 1921. Exports fell to 10.0 billion and imports rose to 2.608 billion in 1921, with December totals at 294 million exports and 236.8 million imports.
Proposals by carriers to raise storage charges on cotton warehoused for shipment at New Orleans and nearby points were set aside by the Interstate Commerce Commission on Friday. The decision leaves existing rate orders in place as cotton interests in New Orleans and shipping points protested proposed special charges tied to freight rate increases allowed in 1920.
A Greek court found a priest guilty of attempted crime and ordered him stripped of rank and secluded as a monk in a Zante monastery. A prelate delegation heads to Constantinople to urge refusal to recognize the patriarch elect amid extradition discussions.
Washington report says the national agriculture conference on January 23 will focus on how the current situation has affected conditions in the United States. Beret Wallace will address the gathering and present readings on the topic.
Grand jury in Oconee county will indict several men over alleged lynchings and illegal killings. A probe by county and federal officials has been under way since December, with rewards of up to 150 dollars offered for information leading to arrests. Indictments are expected at the January superior court session in Watkinsville.
Fitzgerald district court heard deputy J B Roberts testify that Stubbs confessed to firing shots at the engine where W T was killed after being returned from Daytona Florida Stubbs later denied the confession and said he feared involvement in crimes against railroad workers or property
Washington Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor opposes the proposed constitutional amendment for equal rights for women. He warned it would destroy protections for men in industry and allow employers to operate under the amendment, jeopardizing long held labor laws and safeguards.
Colquitt County commissioners plan to discuss charges against J C Stewart, head of county police, who is accused of involvement in a burning incident. The grand jury is to meet Monday with no stated intent to indict, as reported in local coverage.
Washington report states the soldiers bonus bill will not be included in the allied refunding package after conference discussions. Chairman McCumbers of the Senate Finance Committee indicated the measure will stand alone. The news closes amid ongoing efforts to align wartime aid programs with fiscal plans.
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