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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1923
Page
6
Miela Dena appears in Love in the Dark at the Palace in Georgia for the first time. The Metro photoplay stars Viola Dana with high praise for its entertaining comedy drama and strong acting.
Constance Talmadge stars in a tale of a girl adopted by a gang member who tends a four year old ward and uncovers a crook. The plot blends drama with humor as the kindly adopter confronts danger and intrigue at the West Palace engagement. Ines Marvin Trio then offers a new program at the Palace. Love In The Dark screens as an extra feature.
Local market shows a Tuesday decline with middling eventually at 27 1 4 cents per pound, down from 27 5 8 a day earlier. New York futures opened steady then rose slightly on Liverpool firmness, amid European political unease and weak domestic mill consumption. Prices fluctuated through the day with March near 27.74 and May around 27.65 before easing again, and spot New Orleans trading at 27.18 middling with steady overall tone in spot markets.
In Clarke County court Monday afternoon a dozen jurors swiftly granted divorces in Judge Fortson’s chamber as Bertha Silvey Blackman won freedom from Grady Blackman around 4:20 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. a marriage ceremony joined Sergeant J K Skinner and his partner, with Cupid praised for speedy, snappy work.
Clarke county may hire a tuberculosis nurse to care for victims if favorable action by county commissioners and the jetty council. A committee asked for 850 dollars from the county plus a similar sum from the council. They have about 1200 dollars on hand and need 1800 to employ the nurse. Funds include Christmas seal sales and 150 dollar donations from two companies. The request was taken under advisement by the county board.
Neil O'Brien’s Minstrel touring Colonial Theatre January 24 with silken banners and a fully new production. No old material, promises of fresh comedy, new costumes, new songs, and improved past acts to deliver the best performance yet in the city.
An advertisement touts Calotabs as a simple, nausealess treatment for colds. One or two tablets taken at bedtime with water purify the liver and purge the body by morning, with no salts or nausea. The copy claims no interference with meals or work and highlights sealed genuine Calotabs sold at 35 cents or 10 cents for a family pack.
Cottonseed oil market closes firm in New York with July and August bids quoted around 11.50 to 11.53. Total sales reach 24,300. Liberty bonds show varied bids across 4s and Victory issues, with prices near 98 to 101.16.
Readable text notes a throat ailment linked to aspirin and a clip that may relate to sore throat or tonsillitis. Contains unclear fragments but suggests medical guidance or warning about throat irritation from aspirin.
Frost warnings extend from Cape Hatteras to Boston as temperatures fall sharply. Weather officials caution risk of freezing, urging protective measures for crops, gardens, and sensitive outdoor items.
Census Bureau reports December cotton consumption at 627,945 bales lint and 49,087 linters, with November totals 577,561 lint and 55,122 linters. December cotton held in consuming establishments totals 1,921,295 lint and 123,104 linters, while public storage and compresses hold 4,074,946 lint and 38,103 linters. Exports reach 607,863 bales in December. spindles active total 34,968,440. Cotton states show December consumption at 324,437 bales. December on hand in consuming establishments 1,207,199. Public storage totals 3,801,744 bales. world figures include declines vs prior year.
The telephone company, reacting to a Saturday public service commission order, trims rates by six percent. The action adjusts its May 1922 overcharge, refunds about $400,000, and states the cut is necessary to preserve earnings and service quality while complying with regulatory mandate.
The trial of five union miners charged with murder in the Herrin riots proceeds as the prosecution resumes rebuttal testimony after more than 60 witnesses. The defense rests its case as the state plans to finish rebuttal with character witnesses for George Nelson, a farmer whose reputation was attacked.
A fragmented item mentions Van-Nil and a question about the ugliest man in Athens. The readable fragment lists produce items and deliveries including tomatoes, onions, beans, cauliflower, carrots, lettuce, bread, and a note about spring delivery.
Washington: Mrs David Jayne Hill 60 wife of the former ambassador to Germany died Tuesday from injuries after being struck by a delivery wagon on Rhode Island Avenue. She stepped from the curb after leaving her home and was taken to a hospital in critical condition. Born Juliette Lewis Packer in 1866 she was a noted hostess and social leader in Washington. Her husband served as diplomat in Berlin and after retirement they resided in Washington where Mrs Hill remained active socially.
Tennessee Tuesday saw Austin Peay sworn in as governor, succeeding Alf Taylor. The ceremony at Ry man auditorium drew thousands of Democrats from across the state with police and guardsmen present.
Fragmentary notes show the Harris county grand jury considering punishment for those who flogged a woman. Names appear as R. A. Mead and T. Binford are referenced. The text indicates a renewal of an investigation and immediate action by the grand jury.
Police maintain order as a church leader departs the capital. The prelate plans to leave by automobile Tuesday afternoon amid heavy work, with no visitors allowed. State authorities report pressure and a tense atmosphere as the scene unfolds.
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