Hooded riders tied to kidnapping probe in Morehouse Parish
E N Gray testified he joined the Ku Klux Klan to see what it was, then resigned, as state attorneys open further examination into the Watt Daniel and Richard kidnapping case and related clan operations in Morehouse Parish. Other witnesses described a black hooded delegation visiting a church near Mer Rouge and a truck seen near the kidnapping site.
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Bastrop
E. N. Gray
Ha Hlug Klan
Watt Daniel
Th Richard
Morehouse Parish
Fred L. Carpenter
Gray
W. H. Todd
Morehouge
Gald
Mer Rouge
Tweer
G. W. Haydes
Tors
B. M. McKotn
Met Rouge
Daniel
Richard
William Higginbotham
Morehouse
Higetl
Ae Whee
Yessetipe
Lake la Fourche
Twesday
Tong
Wednasady
Ngs
Sheriff Carpenter
Bernhardt Relapses in Paris Ailing Actress Improves
Sarah Bernhardt shows improvement after a relapse in Paris. New details indicate she was better on Wednesday while observers note lingering effects from Tuesday’s setback.
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Bernhardt
Paris
Sarah
Publication Schedule for Banner and Herald
The Banner has no issue on Monday and the Herald has no issue on Saturday evening. This weekly note outlines the alternating publication days for both papers.
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The
Banner
Herald
Three Federal Prisoners Sent Back to Clarke Jail
Three federal prisoners who testified in the Atlanta dope ring trial were returned to Clarke County jail after Judge Sibley ruled the penitentiary would be unsafe amid high sentiment. The inmates include Joe Morelli M L Muller and Sam Lippman with Jake Lubin sent back by mistake. Paul Martini Clark Widener and likely John L Knighton were already in custody. They were moved Tuesday night.
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Clarke County
Federal
Atlanta
Sibley
Joe Morelli
M. L. Muller
Sam Lippman
Jake Lubin
Paul Martini
Clark Widener
John L. Knighton
Scientific Probe Costs Mayor $3000 Experiment Initiative
San Francisco mayor James Rolph Jr spoke on a radio station to test how far his voice carried and how large his audience is. He invited telegrams from across the nation and even from a ship at sea, noting telegrams arrived from every state by midnight and continued into morning.
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San Francisco
Cal
James Rolph, Jr
Hylan
New York
Curley
Boston
Honolulu
Alleged Negro Slayer Is Killed in Georgia Shootout
In Macon Georgia E J Dorsey of Dry Branch killed Tom Mallory a Black man believed by officers to have slain Zenle Bryant a Crawford county saw mill worker Bryant was taken from his home December 2 and his body found buried in sawdust Dorsey and his son attempted to arrest Mallory when he opened fire Dorsey shot Mallory as he tried to shoot at them
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Macon
Zenle Bryant
Crawford County
Tom Mallory
E.J. Dor
Dry Branch
Bryant
Mallory
Woman Held For Mates Death Near Aiken
Mrs Della Kate Williamson arrested at Greenville Sunday night in connection with her husband’s death near Aiken in 1921. She was admitted to bail of 2000 dollars Tuesday afternoon and left Aiken with the sheriff, heading to the Wagener area where the couple had lived.
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Aiken
Della Kate Williamson
Greenville
Here
Fraternity Holds Annual Banquet in Georgia
The Phi Kappa Phi fraternity of the town of Tithe, Georgia, held its annual banquet with seven course dinner. C. E. Breckinton acted as toastmaster and speakers included Louis Bett and Joseph Beall Beall who addressed chapter matters.
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Phi Kappa Phi Fraternity
Georgia
C. E. Breckinton
Louis Bett Pe Thennes
Joseph Beall
Feinake
John Mines Guilty Of Involuntary Manslaughter In Death Of Reynolds Smith
John Mines, a negro truck driver, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of Reynolds Smith on November 15, 1922, when the boy was struck by Mines on South Lumpkin Street. He was sentenced to one year in the chain gang after the court accepted the State's statement of reasons for a penalty.
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John Mines
Little Reynolds Smith
J. Warren Smith
Mings
South Lumpkin Street
Chaing Gang
Judge Hears Plea to Enter Guilty in Death Case
Judge Fortson presided as Solicitor General and defense counsel agreed to a guilty plea for a death caused by an automobile accident. The defendant, known as Mines, faced a one year sentence under the agreement. The case marked Clarke county’s first docket in the superior court touching such a death. The defendant had worked five years for Athens Engineering Co and was described as reliable. The report also notes related financial and wedding social items.
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Bradwell
Wolver M. Smith
Neg
Fortson
Didj
Eee Eno
Clarke County
Athens Engineering Co
Woodmen Pla Big Bazaar to Mod Acatorium Next Month
The Uniform Rank W. O. W. No. 1128 hosts a five day bazaar from the 5th to the 10th featuring Hawaiian musicians and dancers, booths, lights, and evening dances for members only after events close. A larger edition of the Herald is planned.
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Woodmen
Washington, D. C
Probe Notices Warn Blacks in County
A county official reports notices warning Black residents to leave a community. He says the leaflets were posted on a tree and indicate threats, though many say departures stem from financial pressure. He promises county protection if trouble arises and urges ignoring the warnings.
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R.A
Negro Lodge
Imilar
Sidorene
Hull
Fukuoka Fire Destroys Hundreds of Buildings in Japan
TOKIO AP reports a morning blaze in Fukuoka, destroying five hundred buildings including public structures, two theatres and department stores. The fire raged from dawn and continued at noon, with the city at the mouth of the Naka River on the coast.
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Tokio
Associated Press
Pukuoka
Fukuoka
President Cancelled engagements to rest at White House
WASHINGTON D C President Herding cancelled all engagements Wednesday to stay in bed due to grippe. White House officials called it a precautionary measure and said the condition showed no serious developments.
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Washington, D. C
Herding
Grippe
White House
Railways Attacked Dublin Raids Damage Irish Rail Line
Attacks by republican forces on the West Clare Railway in the Ennis to Kilkee district caused extensive destruction. Reports indicate almost the entire 27 mile line ruined with several stations burned, track torn up and rolling stock destroyed.
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Dublin
Associated Press
West Claire
Ennis Kifroh
Kilkee
Athens Scouts Budget Needs $1500 in 1923 Budget Drive
A 1923 appeal urges subscriptions of fifteen hundred dollars to fund Athens boy scout work. The message emphasizes community aid for young boys and states every dollar supports citizenship preparation and future governance.
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Athens
Athens Rotary Club hears Dr. Ash Jones at city hotel
More than 100 Rotarians and guests attended a Wednesday luncheon at the Georg ian hotel for a Rotary hour with Dr. Ash Jones of the Atlanta club delivering a highly praised address. The event featured fellowship, special songs, and a tribute to new member Dr. Ikinson. A divorce case also appeared, with Mrs. Jimmie Williams Comer awarded custody and alimony after a Clarke County trial following an alleged Klan incident in Maysville.
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Athens
Jonea
Stevens
Hugh Nm Meget
Abut Nix
Ikinson
Jones
Divine
Wes
Kiwanis Club
Ashby
Jimmie Williams’ Comer
Ed Comer
Mayesville
Clarke Superior Court
Comer
Ku Klux Klan
Maysville
Stark
Commerce
T. J. Shackelford
J.J. Strickland
British and American debt commissions stall talks
Negotiations between the American and British debt commissions halted on Wednesday as Britain awaited instruction from its cabinet. Both sides planned to resume discussions Thursday, after Tuesday’s disagreement over terms of settlement and the rate on government loans.
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Washington
United States
Iboth
Tony
2 Son
Pormval
Teagt
Raw’ Commission
Five Children Die in Blaze at Binghamton Home
Fire destroyed a Binghamton residence early today killing five children. Officials say the children hid in a clothes closet when frightened and were overcome by smoke or flames. Jeanp Kokalis was held pending investigation into the blaze.
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Binghampton, N
Jeanp Kokalis
Convict Leasing Fight Moves Through Alabama Legislature
Opponents of Alabama convict leasing prepared for a clash as the House considered extending the system. The bill would push the expiration from December 31 1925 to 1929 in four years, with abolition proposed by year end. Representative Will C Walton filed the measure aligned with Governor Brandon’s message.
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Montgomery
Ala
Alabama
Tnder
Tire House
Will C. Walton
Chambers
William W. Brandon
Whisky Car Release Ordered By Georgia Judge
Cherokee circuit Judge Tarver orders the release of a carload of whisky seized over a year ago from a roadside yard in Arlene. The liquor, claimed to be owed to a Los Angeles drug firm, was stored at a jail facility while the case proceeded.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
H. C.tarver
Cherokee Judicia
Georgia
Se Tall
Arene
Reece Liquor
Los Angles
Beni
Women Manage Big Quarantine Station Near Athens
American women will install finance and direct the largest medical quarantine station in the world on Masronisi Island near Athens to cope with refugee disease. Mabel Elliott of the American women's hospitals arranged with the Greek government to take over the entire setup including 2,500 tents and related facilities. Dr. Eivokt nan ipwarassont hopes the station will be operational within six days.
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Athens
Associated Preas
Mas- Ronisi
Mabel Elliott
Ates Ints Snd
Dr. Eivokt Nan Ipwarassont
Civic Federation forms panel to unite women's clubs and veterans
A National conference in New York led to the appointment of a committee under the Civic Federation to obtain organize and furnish accurate and unbiased information to members of women s clubs and the American Legion and other groups according to Endowment for International Peace chair Mrs Horace Mann Towner and Elihu Root.
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Washington
Elihu Root Wascott
Endowment For International Peace
Horace Mann ‘Towner
Ent
Wonlén
Commodore FB. Ex Spafford
American ‘Legion
Civic Federation
New York
Daylight Burglar Strikes While Family Away
A daytime burglary at R. C. Curry on Hill occurred while the family was at lunch. The thief entered through an unfastened front door, left hats in the hall, and stole items including pens. Police are investigating and seeking suspects. earlier similar incidents have prompted patrols.
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R. C. Curry
Rt D
Ano
Soe
After Christmas: Folks Don’t Stop Sit Just Because Hollo
Fragmentary advert paragraph hints at a call to action after Christmas, urging continued engagement. It mentions a time and a method to reach through The Banner-Herald, but details are unclear and names or concrete actions are not fully legible.
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Toni the
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