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!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1921
Page
1
Ed notes a series on prosperous smaller towns in Athens territory. Prosperity arrives via diversified farming and developing small industries, reflected in the steady growth of these towns.
In Stephens Georgia a gracious welcoming spirit unites residents as two historic churches anchor a wideawake community. A devout band of young men drives unselfish activity fostering commerce and fellowship across the town.
Stephens Georgia, a small unincorporated community about ten miles from Union Point, preserves a rich history once called Antioch and later Stephens in honor of a notable Georgia figure. The town hosts seven general stores, a bank with 16000 capital and 12600 surplus, a grist and roller mill, a hotel, and a growing farming base. The local school serves five grades with about fifty pupils and two capable teachers under Prof. C M Smith, while two churches anchor community life and optimism for the future.
In Washington on July 9 the senate debated postponing action on the soldier bonus as supporters push for a recommital. McCumber challenged Mellon's veto threat and warned about a $500 million rail advance while noting funds already allotted. Leaders expect enough votes to recommit with some Democrats likely joining Republicans, heightening the coming clash.
Report from the summer ROTC camp at Camp Knox Kentucky notes the University of Georgia placing second among about twenty institutions. Athens residents Carson Cox and Norman Nickerson ranked fourth and fifth in a field of six hundred. Commandant Col. D W Ryther and Capt. J W Nicholson led the program with other units excelling at Fort Ethan Allen Vermont and Camp Holabird Maryland.
Martial law ended in Fitzgerald today as three Georgia National Guard companies moved out. Authorities reported calm and a settled mood, with officers noting an apparent end to the fighting and troops returning to their homes.
Willumnon Wo Via, along with eleven other United Mine Workers leaders, arrested today by Major Tom Davis, Governor Morgan’s representative, for unlawful assemblage in the coal strike zone under martial law.
Atlanta officials report the Coca Cola Company and bottling concerns closed litigation today by signing a contract that implements a mutual price agreement for syrup, reached recently.
Prof. F. C. Ward, boll weevil expert at the State College of Agriculture, will attend a Monroe farmers meeting arranged by W. B. Tong and county agent Mr. Long. Tong warns the pest is a greater threat than many realize and urges a strong, informed campaign to maximize returns. County agents, farmers, and the college forces report an intensive July and August battle against the pest.
New York July 8 Sixteenth thousand delegates from around the world attend the sixth world Christian Endeavor convention. Plans map a global crusade for Christianity with conferences, appeals to extend evangelistic work, and hopes Russia and many nations will join efforts to Christianize Mohammedans and spread faith.
University of Georgia Summer school students and teachers without a holiday on July 4th now observe the day. Classes are dispensed with and attendees wander about as work resumes Monday. Tallulah camp remains in session through July 28 with final exercises and diplomas awarded.
Miss Lucille D. Smith of Washington arrives in Athens to enforce the federal child labor act in Athens and Clarke County. She is an expert government official taking over from Miss Parkinson, who has been transferred to a different field.
London July 9 Truce declared between England and Ireland to take effect at noon Monday. De Valera and nationalist leaders renew talks with southern unionists as Lloyd George and Smuts push for negotiations. MacReady appears at De Valera conference signaling possible peace moving forward. King meets Ulster premier Craig. evacuation of Ireland discussed.
The Navy Department announced the withdrawal of the cruiser Cleveland and the gunboat Sacramento from Tampico Mexico. Secretary Denby said the move was issued by mutual agreement with the State Department.
Washington July 9. Proposal that the Federal International Banking company of New Orleans organized under the Edge Inn to finance cotton exports avail itself of resources of the War Finance Corporation in its work was made today by the War Finance Corporation.
W T Forbes reports the Chatooga boys camp in Athens area is well run with about forty five participants from Athens plus assistants Will Crane D D Quillan Harry Cason and Lester Forbes. The two week camp ends July 19 with a two week girls camp starting July 20 led by Mrs Forbes and her team.
The Pennsylvania railroad informed the United States railway labor board that it will continue negotiations of rules in its own way with its employees. KE T. Whiter stated the policy allowing employees to elect their representatives by ballot has been successful, and the road will persist. Union reps say the method violates the board’s ruling.
The English divine Dr Campbell Morgan may relocate to Athens this summer. He seeks a residence to suit his needs, aims for his son to enter the University of Georgia, and plans for his two daughters to join Lily Cobb Institute, while he attends a local Bible conference network.
Macon News notes Mercer university alumnus George Alexander Johns of Winder as a long time public servant. He was city attorney for his city and county, judge of Jefferson city court, lieutenant colonel on the governor’s staff, captain of the Winder Guards, and a recent representative. The piece praises his record and predicts an equal, honorable tenure in the senate and cites his role in creating Darrow county.
Definite plans form for a Tallulah outing for University of Georgia Summer School attendees. A chartered train will transport several hundred teachers and students to the Tallulah scene and return the same night. The date will be July 18 or the following day with Dr. Edwards, Prof. Sibley, and Mr. Long coordinating the program.
Police recaptured Arthur Acker after a disturbance in the business district. He is interned in the city jail while still loud. Everett Bond and Ernest Pitta, white youths from Bowman, were arrested for attempting a worthless check at the Bank of Comer and bound over for trial. At the poles court, thirteen disorderly cases, one begging case, and one drunk were tried. five sent to the county stockade for twenty one days and others fined $10.75.
The Banner notes an error in naming the McWhorter brothers who served in the army during World War I. They were sons of the Me Whorter family of Woodville and nephews of the Me Whorter family of Athens, not the Athens judge’s sons.
Professor Mell, principal of Athens High School, is praised as an efficient educator beloved by teachers and students. Born on the University of Georgia campus, he hails from a distinguished Georgia family and resides at 897 Milledge Avenue with birthday February 27.
Dr. Andrew M. Soule president of the State College of Agriculture reports very fine crops in south Georgia. He cites bumper corn and strong watermelon and peach production, with cotton improving though held back by some boll damage. He predicts better times ahead as conditions improve statewide.
Charley WU bans of Memphis was gnoninianly elected president of the National Education Association. The report notes a Memphish educator leading the national group with plans to advance education locally.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.