Athens Fourth of July Pageant and University Events
A detailed itinerary for Athens events includes arrival of a special train, visiting State Normal School, a campus parade, speeches by Judge Cobb and other officials, an oration by Major General Leonard Wood, a barbecue at the Agricultural College, and a summer school reception with a band concert and patriotic decorations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogramme
State Normal School
J. M. Pound
General Assembly
Jdage
Andrew J. Cobb
Athens
Judge Cobb
University
D. C. Barrow
Bebalf
Kee School
H. W. Odum
Hugh M. Dorsey
S. L. Olive
Senate
J.N. Holder
House
Leonard Wood
United States Army
Agricultural College
A. M. Soule
Leave Agricultural College
State House
Sanford Field
Red_ Cross
Red Cross Society
University of Georgia
Red Cross
Automobile Committee
W. G
Howard Scott
L. FP. Edwards
Funkenstein
Reo Motor Co
EPOGH-MAKING FOURTH OF JULY
America marks a wartime Fourth of July with pride at rapid mobilization. Three months after a declaration of war troops are in France and the vast war program proceeds with precision under the president’s call for unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epogh
Associated Press
Washington
America
France
East St. Louis Quiet As National Guard Patrols
Thirteen guardsmen companies patrolled East St. Louis to curb riots after 28 people were killed 75 injured and 300 homes burned. Police negligence cited. activity centered on packing plants and a race-related strike. Many African Americans fled the Jetty area amid tensions and violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
East St. Louis
Michael White
Central Trades Labor Council
Rosenwald denounces congress action on defense council
Julius Rosenwald, head of the committee of supplies for the council of defense, denounces pending congressional legislation that would equalize council members with congressmen in accepting government contracts. He calls the move stupid and shortsighted but warns it could cripple essential supply efforts for a million soldiers. He denies graft and advocates continuing council authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
Julius Rosenwald
Committee of Supplies
Council of Defense
Council
Barbecue Tickets Free for Chamber Members
Barbecue tickets will be issued free to all Chamber of Commerce members today. Members who want to attend must call or visit the Chamber rooms before noon. No tickets will be issued at the grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Athens
Tibbetts
Chamber ‘of Commerce
Erwin and
Nix
Atlanta
Wits Et General Assembly
Tate
Athens Celebrates City Day with General Wood as Orator
Athens hosts a mass celebration with General Wood as guest speaker and day long events. crowds fill Sanford Field for a patriotic parade, Red Cross turnout, and an evening program as leaders and lawmakers arrive by special train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Gen. Wood
Also Mentioned on This Page
City OF
Bield
National Guard
Rosenwald
Thee
Sweet Land of Liberty
Georgia
Central Wood and Staff
Mr. Stanley
General Wood
T. F. Green
E. K. Lumpfin
W. A. Carlton
M. G. Nion
J.M. Howell
Jack Stewart
John White Morrin
Joel Wier
J. W. Chip
BB Hudson
8. Moss
John BE. Talmadge
P. Wiggins
Paul H.ith
Henry Nickerson
C. ‘Cox
Robert F. Morton
W. Speer
Roy Strickland
Nellie Phinizy
Grace ‘Talmadge
Esther Upson
Otey Vincent
Isabelle Thomas
Susie Cohen
Marton Hodggon
Lucile Ash
Hisabeth Moss
Minnie Moss
C. D. Flanigen
D. F. Miller
R. O. Arnold
Gummer School
Red Cross Organization
University Chapel
Sanford A
Bisons Field
Chamber of ‘Commerce and Citizens of
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!