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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1911

Page

6

Walton County Lynching Sparks Calls for Legal Change

Letters to the Constitution urge law reform after a Walton county lynching. Writers argue the law, not mobs, fuels such crimes and propose affidavits and swift trials to curb mob violence. The dialogue condemns lynching while defending local peace and officials.

Silk Bargains Stock Up At Reduced Yardage

A local sale offers seven percent value with 10 cent and silk bargains. One yard lengths up to 65 cents are now selling at 25 cents per yard, signaling notable fabric discounts for shoppers.

Pastors in Riot Town Preach Against Walton Lynching

In Atlanta the Sunday sermons of Dr. Len G. Broughton Dr. Dunbar Ogden and Dr. John E. White condemned the Walton county lynching as a symptom of public disease. They urged lawmakers to uphold oaths strengthen laws and restore trust in justice, warning of the broader harm to Georgia’s reputation.

Broughton Georgia Walton County Cain Paul Corinth Christ Rucker Brand Western Circuit Charlie Brand Atlanta Gog Hell Walton

Mrs Alice Poehler Charged With Murder In Indianapolis

In Indianapolis on July 5, after multiple delays the murder case against Mrs. Alice Poehler proceeded to trial for the January 12 killing of Carl Storey at a local hotel. The dispute over a quarrel led to the fatal shooting and stirred public calls for order to end vigilante violence.

Indianapolis Ind Alice Poehler Carl Storey Storey

Nebraska Golf Tourney Draws State Players in Omaha

Leading Nebraska golfers from Lincoln Nebraska City Hastings Norfolk Fremont and other cities gather in Omaha for the Nebraska Golf Association annual tournament. Play began today at Field Club links and runs through the week.

Omaha Neb Nebraska Lincoln Nebraska City Hastings Norfolk Fremont Nebraska Golf Association

Missouri Valley Open Women’s Championship Held in KC

Kansas City hosts a women’s championship tournament with top players from six states competing. The event proceeds under favorable conditions as players vie for the Missouri Valley title.

Kansas City Missouri Valley

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