Enthusiastic Athens Bond Meeting Mobilizes Voters
Larry Gantt notes a Thursday city hall gathering of Athens and Clarke county residents, led by Mrs Gordon and local ladies, uniting the community for a July 12 bond vote. He praises organized campaigning, pledges, and cross ward participation, asserting broad support will raise county prosperity and fund state university benefits.
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Larry Gantt
Athins
Clarke County
Lear
Clark City
Athens
Wanker
Carey
Athena
Clarke
Georgia
Justin
Athar
Rallying sentiment grows for proposed bond issues
Voters hear positive talks on 200000 bond plan for roads bridges and utilities across districts. Church leaders Rev Jennings and Rev Wilkinson urge attendance at rallies in Athens and Winterville. Committees work to explain both bonds and mobilize turnout before election day.
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Mbnife
Athens
Hugh Gordon
Gordon
id.Ty
Pittard
Winterville
Avil
Peineta
Teaat
B. J. Crawford
Pate
Dorsey
Ora
RE. H., Jennings
Prince Avenue
Princeton
Georgia
Augusta Seeks New Government Plan For City
Representatives Pilcher and MacDonald of Richmond will introduce a bill next week proposing a commission form and city manager plan for Augusta. They say the people must vote on the plan before it becomes law, with the aim to let residents express themselves through a poll.
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Banner-Herald
Atlanta
Pilcher
MacDonald
Richmond
Augusta
saeNen
Ea Aimerenet Ag
Boxe win prizes in Ameri gion event announced Friday
Friday announcement shows Glenn Jackson winning first prize of 15.00 in the event for admittance tickets. D D Bendace and Jim Knowles earned second prize with Rela Dobbs and Cecil Hilley listed for third place in the boxe prize round.
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Ameri
Gion
Glenn “Jackson
Bendace
Jim Knowles
Rela
Dobbs
Cecil Hilley
Wreck at Winslow Junction Kills Seven on Midnight Flyer
Investigators report the Philadelphia and Reading line switch at Winslow Junction near Atlantic City was improperly set causing the midnight flyer to derail. Seven dead and more than fifty injured as the train plunged over the embankment. John De Walt, 67, named as a victim.
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Philadelphia
Reading
Atlantic City
Ratia
Winslow Fee
Eldetrack
John ‘de ‘Walt
Strikers Claim 00 PCT Perfect Walkout in Report
Striking workers report near total participation across rail shops with widespread picketing. Union leaders claim unions support and pledge solidarity while several trains are disrupted and crews refuse to work, as employers seek to fill positions with replacements.
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Chicago
Goteilbers
Torent Ce
Benny
McLeniman
Chicago and North Western
Salt Lake
Union
Pacifg
Kors
Jewell
Algo
Finks
Atrikers
Clarke County Bond Issues Sparks Voter Contention
Clarke County voters see sharp debate as bond issues draw fierce responses from women and men alike. Early reports indicate high turnout across precincts with notable support and opposition lines forming around key projects and fiscal plans.
Diversification In A Summer School Pageant At Normal School
A fragmentary review describes a pageant titled Diversification Kills Weevil and Cops Pretty Bride presented at the Normal School for Summer students on a Friday night. It portrays tenant farming evils and the crop system with characters including Boll-Weevil Queen Dixie Princess Prosperity and Lord Tenant System. Audiences praised characterization and stage presence of Martha Rackey Alice Eubanks Marie Wooten Barah Bevenal and others.
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King Cotton
Boltweevil
Ana
Corton
Marth Rackey
Dixie
Misa
Budle Sutton
Marie
Wooten
Boll
Weevil
Queen Dixie
Nell Allen
Alice Eubanks
Princess Prosperity
Martha Rackey
Bystem
Barah Bevena
Bingle
Willie “Griffin
Sarah
Atrake
Marta Wooten
Royal
Mra
Haslet
Slaughter Heads Georgia Delegation to Dental Convention
Dr Slaughter, a longtime Georgia representative, will attend the American Dental Association convention. The event gathers between seven thousand and ten thousand dentists from across the states, with Georgia delegates participating in organized sessions led by state officials.
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Will
Atheng Tifehdayo
Nate
Ciifornias
Delomates
Peleenlee
Hresen
Tom
Wentiona
Wilkkattehd
Slaughter
Georgia
Havin
Atlanta
Ring Contest May Be Barred in Indiana
In Indianapolis officials consider barring a ring contest in May citing safety concerns and regulatory steps. The discussion centers on event approval, venue rules, and possible enforcement actions by state agencies.
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Indiana
Stilingent Measures Areken for Protection Regime
A fragmented OCR read reports political tensions and security measures amid a government regime. The text mentions Republican stance and a major setback affecting policy and public order. No clear names or dates are readable.
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Mark
Washington fears rise of German regime after assassination
The report cites Treasury and Commerce measures to protect the republic as Germany faces turmoil after the assassination of Foreign Minister Athan Herring. Currency declines amid failed foreign loan talks and tightening political instability.
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Washington
Germania
Erlain
Athnau Herring
Germany
Retail food price hikes widen across cities
Persistent increases in retail food costs are shown across multiple cities. The 1919 report lists New York, Pittsburg, Chicago, Cincinnati and others seeing rises of about one to three percent. The year 1917 to 1922 figures indicate a general upward trend in food prices nationwide with limited declines in several markets.
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Washington
New York
Pittsaryinerekao
Bridgeport
Chicago
Cincinnati
Milwaukee
Rochester
Baltimore
Delian
Palle
Rivers
New Haven
Philadelphia
Richmond
Seranton
Jand
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Manchester
Norfolk
Jurie
Masteyn
Criqui Crowned Featherweight Champion of Europe
Paris reports Eugene Criqui defended his featherweight title by knocking out Arthur Wyns of Belgium in the twelfth round to claim the European championship. The bout boosted Criqui's standing as Europe’s top featherweight boxer with a decisive finish.
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Paris
Eugene “C ‘Eriquly
Tonleht
Arthus-Wyns
Bélgium
Yeatherwelsh
Europe
White City Mills Change Hands Affects Athens Industry
Jewell Georgia buyers Bowery W C Screws purchase Union Thread property in Cincinnati through Holden and Holden. They plan to double mill capacity from about 4000 spindles to 8000 and shift from yarn to finished cloth production. The move aims to triple local employment and boost Athens as a manufacturing center with new owners moving to the area.
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White City
East ‘Athenis
W."bowery
W. W.crews
Jewell,Ga
Union Thread<Company
Cincinnati
Holden and
Holden Attorneys
Athens
Jewels
Chicamauga Park
Chattanooga
Bowen
Alread
Jewell
Screws
Athens Referendum on Liquor and Soldier Bonus
Residents may vote on a liquor issue and a Federal Bonus for World War I soldiers. The Athens Banner documents an informal ballot ticket showing wet, moist, and dry options and asks if readers support the soldier bonus. The Literary Digest is cited as presenting both sides before the election.
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Mena
A World's Fair Plan Gathers Steam In Georgia Meet
A 1926 Georgia world’s fair concept gains momentum at an Atlanta gathering with Athens Rotary Kiwanis reps. M J Costa Harvey Stovall and A W Morton report high enthusiasm. Savannah and Atlanta center the effort with committees to map plans and boost port displays.
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Georgia
Atlanta
Savannah
M. J. Costa
Harvey. Stovall
Ww. Morton
Athens
Atlantia
Guyt McLendon
Elven
Ffit
Two Princesses Seek Husbands in Royal Ad Seeking Wealth
Geneva reports a curious ad listing two royal sisters aged 23 and 25 seeking English or American husbands. The sisters are educated but poor, and the ad notes they want young, wealthy, handsome suitors, with a meeting possible at an inn in Brock. An Austrian Archduchess is referenced as part of past arrangements.
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Geneva
Pharriage
Domen
Multebié
Weevil Battle Reported Across County Front
A fragmented notice describes a county level fight against a weevil infestation. The text references aid from experts and efforts to protect crops, with terms suggesting weather or disaster context and ongoing disease or pest control measures.
Big Vocational Week Highlighted Across Georgia State
State leaders including W. C. Green and L. Brittain sponsor a Vocational Week to train teachers and students in agriculture economics and trades. Lectures by Chancellor Barrow and Dr. Soule outline the need for vocational education, with events in Savannah Moultrie Athens and Savannah.
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W.? Cwréen
Ocratic
Brittain State ‘School
Sn Tendent
Max L. ‘Mehew
Me- Rea
Barrow
Dr. Soule
Amentiana
Owalt
Gavannahy
Vereon
Moultrie
Upasibus Paul
Chephian
Athens
Pervisor
Agricultural Educat Miss
Epsié' Campbell
Directa
Barrones
Georgia
Andrew' M
Legion Rejects Sponsoring Local Fair Plans
Local groups including the Chamber of Commerce and County Agent Jones Purcell plan a September fair. The agricultural exhibit will be organized by Boys and Girls clubs under Mrs Clinton Brigant and Mr Purcell, who have run successful shows for years.
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Amierican Legion
Merce
Chamber of’ Commerce
Jones Purcell
Mra
Clinton Brigant
Purcell
Strike Picketing Proposal Faces Georgia Debate
A measure aims to curb strike actions by making loitering and intimidation near workplaces a misdemeanor. Supporters say the bill protects workers who wish to keep or return to their jobs amid rising labor tensions.
Removal of Capital Remains a Georgia Legislative Fight
Atlanta reports show ongoing efforts to relocate the state capital. Representatives debate the issue as lawmakers confront a six year stalemate with limited progress and renewed push from FlowerGat Bible and allies.
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Atlanta
Capitol
Hohigiasho
Arnold
FlowerGat Bible
Winterville Active For Clarke Co Bonds
Winterville citizens show strong support for bonds as a vote approaches on Wednesday. The article notes local enthusiasm, urging residents to back the bond issue for regional improvement and progress.
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Winterville
Clarke. ‘Co
Citisens
Tre
Tay
Wintergie
Tho
Trade show notes farmers urge more sales help
A local chamber of commerce event noted farmers seeking stronger marketing for produce. Mr Carroll suggested assistance near marketing offices and suggested that produce on hand could be sold locally. He warned many farmers may not have enough stock to meet demand as students and merchants from Maine to California show interest.
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Reet Chamber ‘of Commerce
Cayroll
Celine
Maine
California
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