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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1911

Page

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Assignments Made for City Public Schools Gate

Prof Bond announced teacher placements across Nantahala Ave Meigs Baxter and College Ave schools with grades from first to seventh. A normal school will begin August 28 for city teachers with all staff expected to attend unless arrangements are made.

Bond Nantahala Ave Miss Wier Harbin N. McDorman Meigs Miss Penland Miss Bell Miss Lane Miss Kaufman College Ave Miss Barrow Miss Kelly Miss Palmer G. Woods E. Woods Miss Warren Miss Michael Miss Towns Oconee St Ming Allen Cakdwell Turnbull Wyche Witcher

Davison Nicholson Co Closes At Six P M

The Davison Nicholson Co ends daily business at 6 PM during summer to rest staff. A notice asks ladies to shop before 6 o clock. Arnold & Abney sell ripe pineapples bananas grapes California oranges. Lost cameo belt pin reported near streetcar. reward offered if returned to Benner.

Benner

Runaway Crash Injures Barwicks Near Gum Springs

Sunday afternoon Mr. Howell Barwick his wife and sister Miss Mary Barwick were badly hurt when a holding back strap broke on a buggy near Gum Springs. The horse bolted down a steep grade throwing all three out and tearing the buggy. Mrs Barwick and Miss Barwick sustained serious injuries. Miss Barwick required an operation to remove clots from the scalp and skull.

Howell Barwick Mary Barwick Gum Springs Mr. Barwick Mrs. Barwick Lon King

Ten year old girl dies after two days illness

A ten year old girl Janie England died at five am in the Boulevard home of Rev Sherman R England after a two day illness. Her funeral was held yesterday evening with many friends in attendance as ministers led services. The burial is planned for Thomaston this morning.

Sherman R. England Janie E. L. Hill Pressbyterian Church John D. Mell First Corinthians A. 5 Sears J. W. M. Morris

Preacher to Speak Next Sunday at East Athens Tent

The well known preacher will preach next Sunday at the East Athens union tent at 11 and 3 20 in the afternoon at the S A L station just before train time His earnest congregations come whether he preaches in hall church tent or outdoors Also advertised Quality Bread fresh from Arnold Abney with the name Quality on every loaf and phone 1076.

East Athens Union Arnold & Abney

Hoschton Man Arrested in Rape Case Shifts to Atlanta Tower

Tom Wright, a 23-year-old Negro from Lawrenceville, was arrested by Sheriff B H Collier on rape charges after allegedly assaulting Mrs. Neese at Hill plantation while her husband was away. The case stirred local tension as authorities moved the suspect to Clarke and then Atlanta for safety and confinement.

Hoschton Tom Wright Lawrenceville B. H. Collier Jackson County W. M. Neese Hill Plantation Drs. DeLaPerriere Allen Jefferson Claud Daniel Winder Hoagehton Collier Athens Atlanta McKie Emerick Jackson Clarke County

S A L and Southern Trolley and Telephone Clash

A rail line accident near Athens involved the S A L and Southern Station trolley and the Southern Bell Telephone wires when a trolley wheel slipped and a pole fell, bringing live wires into contact. Authorities note previous clashes between electric and oil interests on the same line, suggesting ongoing disputes in the area.

Southern Athens Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company Electric Company Standard Oil Company Eectric Company Telephone Company

Chickens Sleep by Day Scratch at Night Under Electric Light

White Plymouth Rocks from James Johnson exhibit unusual behavior in warm weather. After days spent in shade and loafing, they have been seen for three nights in a row under an electric street light, scratching for insects and making up for daytime activity. Residents report widespread observation and curiosity about the birds’ new habit.

Aimes Plymouth Rocks James Johnson

U S Senate Fails to Elect President Pro Tem

Washington June 5 The U S Senate without a presiding officer could not transact business due to the absence of the vice president and a president pro tem An election vote tally showed Gallinger 27 Bacon 26 Clapp 8 Bristow 1 Tillman 1 Lodge 1 totaling 64 with 33 needed and no choice The Senate adjourned to tomorrow at 2 PM

Washington Sherman Senate Bennett Cullom Gallinger Bacon Clapp Bristow Tillman Lodge

Georgia Diamonds Found in Union County Stream

Mr Sam Dorsey of the Postal Telegraph Co has in his possession two diamonds unearthed in a Union County stream by J H Dorsey. Stones were sent to Tiffanys and labeled Georgia diamonds. one is set in a ring while the other awaits setting.

Sam Dorsey The Postal Telegraph Co Union County J. H. Dorsey Tiffany Georgia Gainesville

Heatwave Comes and Goes as City Basks in Relief

After a scorching spell, residents report minimal harm and gather to enjoy the milder end of a record stretch. Officials caution continued hydration and heat awareness as temperatures ease.

Record Heat Tops Thermometer Across City on Sunday

Sunday’s heat shattered records across the city with readings from 94 to 106 degrees. The steady old instrument at a local bank showed the highest shade mark while a Southern Mutual corner device hit 105 before bursting. Despite the extreme temperatures residents stayed resilient, with no reported Prostration or serious suffering.

Mercury Southern Mutual Insurance North Georgia

Class of 1914 elects officers at University of Georgia

The red cappers have named their class officers. The present freshmen at the University of Georgia, the class of 1914, will be next year officered by Minis Stanton Hillis of Girard as president, James Edward Moore of Atlanta as vice president, Charles Kendrick Wall of Oakfield as secretary and treasurer, and Reward Thaddeus Coleman Jr. of Graymount as poet.

University of Georgia Minis Stanton Hillis Agriculture Girard James Edward Moore Arts Atlanta Charles Kendrick Wall Science Oakfield Reward Thaddeus Coleman, Jr Graymount

Funeral of Mrs England Follows Fall and Injuries

Yesterday afternoon the funeral for Mrs. England took place near the Normal school area with Rev. A. J. Sears and George Stone conducting. Grandchildren served as pallbearers and many friends followed to Oconee Cemetery. She was about seventy and never recovered after a fall that damaged her hip shoulder and knee.

England Normal School A. J. Sears George Stone Oconee Cemetery

Tolbert, J. H., Dies After Long Illness at 58

Mr J H Tolbert aged fifty eight died last night at his home on Nantahala avenue after a long illness from consumption He leaves a wife and six children Funeral arrangements will be announced in tomorrow morning s Banner.

J. H. Tolbert Nantahala Avenue

Infant Dies at Home of Mr and Mrs Seagraves

The thirteen months old baby of Mr and Mrs John C Seagraves died last night at 385 Hiawassee Avenue. Funeral service will be held this afternoon at 3 30 from the residence with carriages departing Dorsey Funk enstein's at 2 30. Interment in Oconee Cemetery.

Seagraves John C. Seagraves Hiawassee Avenue Dorsey & Funkenstein Oconee Cemetery

Meet Tonight for University Athletic Council in Georgia

The office of Chancellor Barrow hosts the annual Athletic Council meeting of the University of Georgia tonight at nine. The agenda covers season review, officer elections, and other matters. Directors listed include Chancellor Barrow Col Snelling Dr Soute and several professors and officials. students named as managers and captains are urged to attend.

Barrow Athletic Council Athletic Association of University of Georgia D. C. Barrow C. M. Snelling T A. M. Soute W. D. Hooper S. V. Sanford M. G. Michael John Mortis E. H. Dorsey H. V. Black T. S. Mell B. F. Hardeman Hamilton McWhorter Hugh H. Gordon Paul Anderson J. R. Jones G. C. Woodruff L. D. Brown Clift Brannen Paul Bartlett W. S

James L Venable dies after long illness at 63

James L Venable aged 63 died at his daughter Mrs Beaulah Hood’s home 149 Waddell street after a long illness. Survived by wife and three daughters Mrs Hood Mrs Gaines and Mrs Bryant. Funeral will be held this afternoon at 4 15 in Jefferson with the three daughters present. He leaves brothers and sisters and his aged mother. Many relatives in Jefferson Jackson county grieve the loss.

James L. Venable Beaulah Hood Waddell Street Hood T. R. Gaines Bruce Bryant South Carolina Jefferson Arch Venable Nicholson J. M. Venable R. Venable W. E. Venable Atlanta Jack Bowers D. Venable Wesleey Venable

Beautiful Scenery at the Elite Theatre Feature

Beautiful scenery will be shown in The Witch of the Everlades at the Elite today. The film promises interest and a cool viewing. Admission is five cents.

Davison Sonlson Co Stock Reduction Sale Ad

The Davison Company runs a June stock reducing sale ahead of July stock taking. The ad suggests a seasonal inventory event with reduced items and promotional pricing.

Davison Sicndlson Co Rerena

Specials at Fears Food Ads Offer Peppers and Pineapples

Plant Bell Pepper Grape Juice Ginger Ale and more at fears. Phone us for anything to eat. We have it when it can be had. Ripe pine apples 10c to fi Egg.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mell Cum A Nate Davison-Nicholson Co California Arnold & Abbney Miss Barwick MR. McMillan U. S. Senate Red Cap Mrs, England Athletic Association of the University Jas. Venable FEARS
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