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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1917
Page
6
Advertisements and notices appear with contact details and offers. Listings include rental rooms and houses, piano contest votes, loans on city property, and local services from Lipscomb to Davenport and Gardner. The notices emphasize privacy and use of the Banner address for replies.
A collection of classified items advertises savings deposits at The Athens Savings Bank and various property and job postings. Offers include 4 percent interest on deposits, rental of a cottage on Cobb Street, a two story house for sale, a piano contest, and a mercantile company seeking a young man for a trainee position.
New York reports President Fultz of the Baseball Fraternity has set February 20 as the probable strike date for players.
Atlanta manager Charlie Frank announced both the Atlanta Base Ball Club and the Louisville Colonels will hold spring training in Athens at the Sanford Mead athletic grounds on the University of Georgia campus. They plan split practice hours to avoid clashes with exhibition games, aiming to improve season readiness. Finis Wilson, recovering from appendicitis, will get another tryout next season.
The message to voters expresses sincere thanks for the large vote in the congressional race. The writer pledges to serve faithfully and fully, aiming to live up to the trust placed in him and to work for the people with unselfish service and effort.
James Music Co offers low prices and favorable terms on pianos at 413 Clayton Street Athens. Manager James promises the best values in pianos of unquestioned reputation and reliability.
George W Perkins and Everett Calby accuse Republican leaders of bad faith amid harmony talks. A sub committee resolution to influence party affairs was denounced as an attempt to oust chair William R Willcox to “liberalize” the party. Perkins calls for unity and cooperation across past affiliations.
Messrs. W. W. Crocker and H. B. Leet, general sales managers of the Lester Piano Company, are in the city with Messrs. Flanigan and Flanigan, staging what is described as the most sensational sale here in many years.
Sam Funkenstein announces the Greater New York Minstrels will perform at the Colonial Theater on Monday January 22. The thirty artist troupe includes Eddie Ewald Jim Bonelli Al Russell and Jim Duffy with a one act vehicle A Jockeys Dream and twelve scenes. Also featured are Rex and Renfrew Kesterson Brothers the Broad way To DeLo duo Lefan and McGee and other vaudeville acts.
Washington reports the Pope Benedict XVI praised Wilson for his peace note and asked the Spanish ambassador to relay thanks. Greece voiced strong interest and support in the note in a state department note, with emphasis on aiding peace efforts. Bryan also congratulated Wilson at the White House today.
Washington reports the administration aims to close the anticipated year end deficit with higher inheritance taxes a new gross profits tax on corporations and partnerships and a 289 million dollar bond issue. A bill backed by the president and Secretary McAdoo will be drafted and pushed in the house. If needed a 100 million treasury certificate issue may follow.
El Paso reports Villa and his command near Chihuahua City with General Hernandez’ Carranza column marching toward Latero. Villa defeats Carranza forces at Patamas eighteen miles west of Chihuahua and drives them to retreat as government agents expect a third assault on Chihuahua.
The carnival grounds host two shows tonight and at 2 30 this afternoon after two days of bad weather. Both free acts will perform in full, promising ample entertainment and a strong incentive to visit the grounds.
Hilley Furniture Company on Jackson Street says it will resume business as soon as insurance adjustors reach the city and complete investigations of damaged stock and building. The firm suffered severe loss from fire water and smoke Saturday night and aims to reopen promptly once repairs and assessments are finished.
The Danish West Indies will pass to the United States tomorrow after ratifications are exchanged. Secretary Lansing and Danish Minister Brun will complete the purchase, with the $25,000,000 price paid during the transfer.
J Kenney Groceries and Produce announces a fresh stock at the J B Wier Stand on Prince Avenue Phone 1016 offering strictly fresh produce and goods. same service, new assortment at the same location.
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