Death of Charlie Birchmore Falls From 7th Floor Window
Athens mourns Charlie Birchmore longtime aide to Hamilton McWhorter after he dies in a fall from the seventh floor window of the Pickwick apartment building in Atlanta. He was 30, a University of Georgia graduate, Alpha Tau Omega member, Elk, and former private secretary. Funeral plans and inquest followed.
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Georgia Democrats urged to fund campaign for Wilson in November
The Athens Banner calls on all Georgia Democrats to contribute to a presidential campaign fund for Wilson and Marshall. It argues big campaign costs demand legitimate expenses including printing and travel, urges Athens Clarke County to subscribe at least five hundred dollars, and notes the paper has started with twenty five dollars.
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Brown appoints West and Upson to Athens city court
News reports Governor Brown has appointed Judge Henry S. West as Athens city court judge and S. C. Upson as solicitor. Senate action awaited, with four Brown appointments likely to be confirmed, including Dupree and Tichenor as trustees of the Georgia Normal and Industrial School.
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Fire destroys Calaboose. mysterious escape may haunt Bogart
In Bogart Georgia on July 10 a town calaboose burned nearly to ash after a negro detainee was locked inside following a ride theft. The cell door remained bolted as flames raged, yet no trace of the prisoner was found. A white man jailed for the same charge earlier reportedly escaped, fueling theories of a second release.
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Georgia University Class of 1911 Plans Atlanta Chapter
Georgia University alumni from the class of 1911 and others who were members of the class will meet at 8 o clock next Wednesday at the University club in Atlanta. The gathering aims to form a permanent Atlanta organization with about ten graduates and twenty others, inviting those who left college early to join.
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Mayor Pro Tem E. H. Youngkin Serves Athens Officials
Yesterday in the absence of the mayor, Athens city government was led by Mayor Pro Tem E. H. Youngkin. He presided over the morning court, dispensing business quickly with fairness and dignity, earning praise as an excellent official.
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Revival Services at West End Church Continue This Week
Revival services at West End Baptist church will continue at night this week. Rev. T. T. Twitty, who has pleased the people with his preaching, leaves today for other engagements, but a preacher will continue the meeting tonight.
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Mrs Dora Dooley Dies at Eastville at 36
Mrs Dora Dooley aged 36 wife of James Dooley died yesterday at their Eastville home eleven miles from the city. She was a daughter of Buck and Malcom. The funeral will be at Rosser's Chapel Cemetery this afternoon at 1 o'clock with Miller of Athens directing arrangements.
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Dr. R. N. Bussey to be Buried in Crawfordville
The body of Dr. R N Bussey will be carried to Crawfordville for funeral and burial in Talliaferro County. The Georgia train departs at 7 20 AM and the funeral is set for 10 o clock. Family members and Mr and Mrs Howard of Augusta accompany the body.
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Zigomar at Majestic Opens Three Reel Serial Picture
The Majestic presents Zigomar a three reel fifty scene detective film featuring Broquet the detective and Zigomar the bandit. It is tinted toned with spectacular scenes and praised by critics. Admission is 10 cents and showtime runs from 11 p m to 11 p m.
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Georgia House Approves Near Beer Prohibition Bill
The Tippins Alexander bill to ban near beer sales in Georgia passed the House 129 to 42 after rejecting all amendments including the referendum. The measure now heads to the Senate with Governor Brown expected to veto, as Randolph Anderson led opposition in a near hourlong debate before the final vote shortly after 2 p.m.
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Fresh Country Prices From Jossey Advertised Goods
Listings show prices for eggs at 16 2-3c per dozen and lemons at 17 1-2c per dozen. Half grown fat fries at 87 1-2c each. Extra large fat hens 4 to 5 lbs at 48c. No. 1 new potatoes 40c per peck. Fresh tender corn 20c per dozen. 25 lbs standard sugar $1.40. Yellow yam potato slips 30c per 100.
Masonic Lodge 22 Holds Regular Communication This Evening
Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 22 Free and Accepted Masons invites resident and visiting brethren to a regular communication at the Max Joseph Building this Thursday evening at 8 30. W M WA Capps and Secretary D Heidler sign the notice. New show at Colonial today.
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Weather forecast for Atlanta and the Southeast
Conditions in Atlanta show little change as a low pressure trough moves through the St. Lawrence Valley. Southwest winds expected, with a chance of a shower today or tonight and fair weather likely Thursday. Rain amounts reported include Des Moines 1.40 inches, New Orleans 1.20, Birmingham 1.32, Asheville 1.88.
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