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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1911

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Athletic meeting at University of Georgia outlines future officers

Last night the University of Georgia athletic association held an executive session in the chancellor's office. With Chancellor Barrow absent, Dahlonega attendance at the North Georgia Agricultural College pension, the group approved the year's report and nominated officers for the next year including managers for baseball track tennis basketball and the football editor and business manager of Red and Risk. The student body will vote this afternoon at 4 o'clock in the chapel to elect the announced candidates.

University of Georgia Athletic Association Barrow Dahlonega North Georgia Agricultural College Red and Risk Athletic Weekly

Tolbert Rites Held by West End Baptist Pastor

Funeral services for Mr. J. H. Tolbert were conducted yesterday evening at 7 by Rev. A. J. Smith of West End Baptist Church. The body will be sent to Colbert Georgia aboard the Ss ALL train this morning.

J. H. Tolbert A. J. Smith West End

Second hike Tallassee Shoals by the Y M C A

The Y M C A announces a second hike for eighteen boys to Tallassee Shoals eight miles away. Alex Wier will lead the cook team while two assistants manage eggs and water. The group plans a Friday afternoon outing returning Saturday around eleven, with all boys urged to sign up.

Young Men's Christian Association Second Branch Tallassee Shoals Mitchell's Bridge Alex Wier

Tale of the Foothills at Majestic Today

Rison company presents Tale of the Foothills at Majestic theater today. Do not miss this event featuring a collection of productions from the same studio.

Tale OF the Foothills Majestic The Rison Company

Special Jackson County Court to Probe Assault Case

Judge Brand orders a special Jackson Superior Court term starting June 12 1911 to try criminals and dispose of civil business. The grand jury from February 1911 is recalled to investigate charges including rape against Tom Wright or others. Witnesses for the state must appear for the inquest if needed.

Citzens Jackson County Brand Superior Court of Jackson Grand Jury W. M. Neese Hoschton Jackson Superior Court Tom Wright Cdl Sila Charles H. Brand Western Circuit

Brass Band Picnic To Chattahoochee Park From East Athens

The East Athens Baptist Sunday School plans a Saturday trip to Gainesville then a mile and a half ride to Chattahoochee Park for a large picnic. A brass band will travel with the group to provide music en route and at the lakeside attractions.

East Athens Young Dais Gainesville Chattahoochee Park

How to Make Love or the Bunco Game at Lizardhead

The Essang picture at the Elite today promises one of the funniest screenings yet. Visit the Elite to see a comedy that will make you forget your troubles and enjoy a cool escape.

Lizardhead

Woodmen Camp Event With Refreshments

Notice invites all sovereigns to a Camp gathering with refreshments between acts. Advertisement lists green peas and fresh beans for sale and provides Arnold and Abney’s contact number 1076.

Arnold & Abney

Clarke County Votes on 200000 Bond Plan for Courthouse Jail

Clarke county sets a July 11, 1911 election to decide issuing 200000 in bonds to fund a courthouse and jail. The board of commissioners meets with J M Hodgson, J T Pittard and W S Holman approving notice and a purchase option on Carlton property at 25000 if the bonds pass.

Clarke County Commission Roads Clarke Tate Wright J. M. Hodgson J. T. Pittard Ag W S Holman Wright County Board Pittard Carlton Billups Phinizy

City Court Officers Law Third Amendment Sought

The legislature directed the clerk to request a representative introduce and urge passage of a general law amend ment to fees and costs in city courts to apply only in a county approved by the ordinary or board of commissioners.

County Board OKs Continued Rent for Judge’s Office

The County Board of Commissioners voted to keep paying the rent for the superior court judge’s office in the Southern Mutual building. Judge A J Cobb Col E K Lumphin and Judge H S West urged continuation stating county funds rightfully cover the office. Commissioner Pittard moved to maintain the practice and it was approved.

County Board of Commissioners Superior Court Strand Southern Mutual Yester

Watson to Speak on Live Issues in Athens Tomorrow

Hon Thomas E Watson will address the public in Athens Thursday night at Moss Auditorium on current issues. Large crowds are expected. the venue may be crowded, with no admission charge. D R Prewette arranged the hall at fifty dollars and invites friends to help cover the cost. Watson will speak along the line of his recent talks.

Thomas E. Watson Athens Moss ‘Auditorium Clarke

Georgia Senator Terrell to Open Campaign HQ in Atlanta

Special to The Banner reports that Senator Joseph M. Terrell will open political headquarters at the Kimball House in Atlanta on Tuesday June 20 to boldly campaign for the unexpired Senate term. His health has improved enough for him to personally direct the effort and lead the campaign.

Atlanta Georgia Joseph M. Terrell Washington Kimball House Clay Brown Terrell

Quality Bread and Small Hams Ad by Arnold and Abney

Advertisement for new "Quality Bread" made with milk, described as highly nutritious, each loaf wrapped in germ proof dust proof waxed paper. Also promotes small hams sized for boiling. Contact Arnold and Abney at phone 1076.

E. Arnold & Abney Arnold & Abney

Prohibition Nuisance Cases Hearings Set in City Hall

Judge D W Meadow of Elberton will hear cases against near beer theaters at 10 o clock in the city hall council chamber under the Felker blind tiger abatement act. Attorneys for both sides anticipate a hard fought trial as samples from seized stock will be introduced as evidence.

D. W. Meadow Elberton Council Chamber Athens Brand Messia Lumpkin Shackelford Smith Wuck

Temperance Prayer Meeting Invited in Athens at Church

A prayer service for temperance gathers in Athens at Young Harris Memorial church this morning at 11 o clock. All interested women are cordial invitees and urged to attend.

Athens Young Harris Memorial Church

Tom Morris Released on $500 Bond in Assault Case

Judge C T Young granted Thos Morris a $500 bond to appear in higher court for a charge of assault with intent to murder. The alleged shooting occurred last Sunday at the home of Mr Caruth where Hadaway was shot and left in serious condition but improving.

Comer Defeats Athens High In Low-Scoring Win

Comer beat the Athens High School baseball team 2 to 0 at Comer in a well pitched contest. The teams met Monday with Comer winning 9 to 7. Tink pitched Monday and Von der Au pitched yesterday as Comer travels to Elberton for three games this week.

Comer Athens High School Tink von der Au Elberton

Potatoes on Sale From Arnold & Abney

New potatoes ten cents a peck and home raised potatoes fifty cents a peck from Arnold and Abney. Phone 1076.

Arnold & Abney

Playgrounds move shapes up with Baxter Street plan

The Baxter Street and College Avenue grounds will open July first for the summer with Miss Clyde Patman as director of amusements. A managing committee led by Mrs. C. M. Snelling chooses the grounds and supervises funds and operation through August.

College Avenue Baxter Street M. Snelling Edward Hodgson, Jr Hert Betts J. J. Fowler G. G. Bona Clyde Patman College Ave A. C. Hancock

County Physician Election Set for June 20 1911

Clarke County board of commissioners ordered an election for county physician to be held June 20 1911. The term runs from June 20 1911 to January 1912 with annual renewal and remuneration of 75 dollars per month including services and materials.

Fullilove Board of Commissioners of Hodgson Clarke

Cold Weather Grounds Baseball Games

Yesterday in Philadelphia the temperature plummeted from around 85 to below freezing causing games to be postponed. Writers note the unusual swing and the risk of arm injuries if play had proceeded. The dispatch emphasizes how cold the day felt to players and observers.

Philadelphia

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Athletic Association of the University of Georgia WA JL Colbert Lyric Today Powers Picnic Board of County Commissioners Tom Watson Sen, Terrell Kimball Tom Morris
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