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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1923
Page
2
Local business notices praise service experts in Athens, highlighting skilled workers who handle household tasks. The ad urges readers to check the Want Ad section for shop services and trusted trades.
An Athens fortune teller, anonymity kept, derides Mesmerist Coueism and envisions future tech like a Conegraph and underhat devices that broadcast positive mantras. He jests about political gains, stock tickers and aspirants growing richer and more famous through future self-improvement rhetoric.
Jake May, protegé of Miller Huggins, returns to Huggins in New York after a stint with St. Louis and Beaumont. Coast League stats explain why Huggins values him: 5-9 record, 1.84 runs per game allowed, a Coast League strikeout leader with 298, and 362 innings pitched despite a shoulder injury.
The piece profiles Reb Russell and Babe Ruth era legends. It details Ruth quitting pitching for outfield, Sisler becoming a famed first baseman, and Russell returning to majors after injury. It notes a remarkable seven game hitting streak in a double header with St Louis, including three homers and a double.
Atlanta bankers urge Southeast representation on the Federal Reserve Board after Governor W P G Harding declines reappointment. They favor Governor Wellborn of the Georgia Federal Bank as a capable, union of banking and agriculture expert to reflect southern interests and provide practical agricultural insight on the board.
The readable portion mentions a full Fresh Reppeotatt and a phone number 1724 with a box 125 at Ga indicating a postal or business contact. Limited readable data prevents precise action, but implies a local notice or advertisement seeking correspondence or orders.
Investigation centers on a plot to assassinate Dr. B. M. McKain former mayor of Met Rouge as witnesses link Daniel Richard and others to the alleged shooting. Testimony focuses on whether shots were pistol or shotgun and a vigilante letter threatening anti Ku Klux Klan positions is promised from Hugo Davenport. A separate New York note mentions boxing delegates favoring a federation bureau.
Larry Gantt urges Athens to prepare for a fall fair to boost agriculture and trade. He cites an agricultural nucleus, potential stock exhibits, and a central city fairgrounds plan to fund and secure grounds near downtown, framing the project as an investment for farmers and the local economy. Describes interest by Bab Branch of Oconee in breeding and notes golf instructor Gene Barnesen at Brinrelis Lodge Country Club as a separate New York note.
In Culloden Georgia Frank Fuller known as the dark horse advances to the finals after a 160 to 138 semifinal win over Buster Bird. The field opened late and Fuller defeats Bird despite trailing early as favorites fall. The final is a two hundred point match scheduled for eight tonight.
Old College outplayed Rehab in nearly every facet and used speed to dominate at the University gym. Patterson led Old College with strong center play while Monigham and Tinker starred for Rehab. Alexander left with an injury but continued to contribute.
McLeod favors Hugh principles as new S C head and urges funding for welfare institutions and state universities. He advocates a state bond for a university building, calls for reform in tax and criminal laws, and supports penalties and occupational licenses. McLeod took oath as chief official in a ceremony at the front of the capital building.
Harrison Arkansas residents report a tense scene as vigilante actions spread after a shooting incident. Police sought a Missouri Kansas railroad figure while a citizen committee questioned about 25 alleged strikers. Authorities feared armed action as crowds gathered and workers fled or were driven from town.
French authorities threaten measures against demonstrators in Essen after a protest at the Kaiserhoff hotel. The Ruhr region mine orders were suspended for 24 hours as Berlin and Paris seek to ease coal deliveries. Chancellor Cuno faces pressure amid factory needs and possible cabinet changes amid Ruhr unrest.
Ambiguous text fragment mentions Charles Rhetts owner linked to Brooklyn team and an impaired health note for next year. Also references Ebbet Fon and American army with a promise of tryout. Mentions Clayton 8. Whitehead outfielder from Was side Georgia.
After January 20, no corporation or person may sell meat without inspection. The Athens Board of Health requires peddlers and butchers to meet terms at the health office. By order of Athens Health. (MRS.) F. Gann signs off on the notice.
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