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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1913

Page

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Graduating Class Named By City High School

The city schools end the year with graduation exercises at the high school. The Banner published the list of students exempt from examinations and those in the graduating class across Classical, Scientific, Domestic Science, and Specials. Names include Eunice Reed, Tressie Adams, Louis Patman, Alex Wier, Rosa Buchwald, Miriam Cox, and others in Fourth, Second, and Third Class groups.

Eunice Reed Tressie Adams Louis Patman Linton Sparks Ernest Hollingsworth Miriam Cox David Michael William Sizer Alex Wier Monteith Flanigen Invine Levy Margaret Campbell Mamie Bishop W. P. Brooks, Jr Martha Comer Jennie Connors Susie Cook Elizabeth Davis Jean Flanigen Hinda Farbstein Hannah Joel Mamie Mapp Martha Towns

Spectatorless duel settles honor dispute on Sanford Field

A senior and a freshman at the college fought a brief duel on Sanford Field after a dispute over alleged remarks. The small crowd dispersed after a quick exchange with several punches, a black eye, and the matter dropped within a minute, with no spectators required to settle the affair.

Sanford Field

Lipscomb Bill for Tax Equalization Hits Georgia Politics

Clarke County representative Lipscomb pushes a tax equalization bill to fund state institutions through a board of equalizers. James Nevin notes the plan, its rationale, and legal review before introduction in the next House.

Representative Lipscomb Atlanta Mr. Lipscomb Clarke Board of Tax Equalizers Lipscomb Georgia

The Scientific Beauty Parlors Name Marinello Agents

The Scientific Beauty Parlors announce exclusive agency for Marinello preparations in Athens at 709 Southern Mutual Building. Also advertised are fresh produce items including corn cabbage beans cucumbers celery squash and homegrown beets. Arnold & Abney and Williamson's are listed in the notices.

Athens Marinello Southern Mutual Arnold & Abney

Classic City Council Number 335 meeting announced

U. C. T. s of Athens will hold their regular meeting tonight at 8 30 o clock in the W O W Hall. Business of importance will be brought to the attention of the Council. All visiting brothers are invited to attend. John Roberts, Secretary and Treasurer. Call Jossey at 1176 for fresh vegetables fresh country eggs fresh fat fries fresh fat hens and fresh canned goods of all descriptions for Saturday only.

U. C. T.’s of Athens W. O. W. Hall John Roberts Jossey

Rural Carriers Meet in Royston for Eighth District Report

The Rural Letter Carriers Association of the Eighth Congressional District met at Royston on May 30 with Col. Adams welcoming members and Fred L. White delivering the response. Congressman Samuel J. Tribble spoke on rural delivery and carrier opportunities. Fifty to one hundred carriers attended a barbecue style dinner. Officers reelected: Cartledge of Athens president, Agnew of Canon vice president, Rucker of Royston secretary and treasurer. Next session set for Athens on May 20, 1914.

Eighth District Royston Cartledge Athens Eighth Congressional District Col. Adams Fred L. White Fred Georgia Samuel J. Tribble Tribble Thas Ted Cartrvddge Agnew Canon Rucker Thernuath

Chris Jones Buys Athenaeum Cafes in Athens

Chris Jones, a leading local restaurateur and owner of the Manhattan Cafe on College Avenue, purchased the Athenaeum Cafe on Clayton Street from his brother James Jones. He plans to run both venues, elevating standards with liberal progressive methods that have proven successful in Athens. Patrons are expected to support the twin establishments.

Chris Jone College Avenue James Jones Athenaeum Clayton Street Athens

West End Baptist Church Announces Morning and Evening Services

The West End Church invites all to Sunday school at 9 50 a m led by W E Fureron and preaching at 11 05 a m with the sermon Benefit of Afflictions from Ps 119 71 If you have been afflicted come The choir meets for practice at 7 45 p m and 8 30 p m for another sermon Various ways by which your find you out.

West End Bautista Ofvbgkvlogka Nur

Ninth District Prepares for 1914 Congressional Campaign

In the Ninth district the 1914 race is warming up with Dr. E W Watkins of Gilmer County announcing his candidacy. Incumbent Tom Bell’s plans remain unclear as veteran political observers note possible bids from Uncle John Holder Col W A Charters and HH M Perry. The piece predicts a lively district contest as candidates test the field and public interest grows ahead of next year.

Jingle Eighth Congress E. W. Watkins Gilmer County Dr. Watkins Tom Bell Bell Tom John Holder Wood Carter Tate Col. W. A. Charters HH. MN. Perry

West End church to host musical neighborly clash

Several will be baptized as Col Davis acts as chorister promising a musical treat at West End. A rivalry grows between the large Baracas and Philatheas in numbers. Sunday school reports show strong attendance, with Wednesday prayer meeting and a cottage prayer meeting announced. Rev Stone from the city to preach on the 15th inst if the pastor is absent.

Col. Davis West End Baracas Philatheas Rev. Stone

500 Club Drives Growth in Athens YMCA Membership

The 500 Club of the YMCA held its regular meeting at the association, reporting 98 new members since January and a total membership of 407 last night up from 313 on January 7. Directors organized four companies, with captains named from Georgia National Bank Wingfield Clothing Co Athens Savings Bank and others. the group plans to reach 500 members in 1913 and emphasizes friendship, social environment, and physical work.

Young Men's Christian Association Arthur Booth J. C. McLain The Georgia National Bank Messrs Fred McIntyre Hy Doolittle W. W. Hilley Parks Betts C. K. McGarity R. Tk. Wingate Florence Broom Malcom Vonderan H. J. Wileson S. G. Martin Sam Woods G. Slaughter Joe] Co. O'Farrell Athens Savings Bank Ben Weatherly Jesse McGee FE. H. Kinnebrew C. D. Stynchcombe R. FE. Poss F. L. Parr Howard Johnson J. L. Pendley Jim Kelley Post Office Ben Tuck Malcom Vonderall Athens Banner Abe Link Athens Herald Kelleys Athens 500

University Officials to Attend Tech Founders Day Exercises

Chancellor D C Barrow of the University Dr C M Snelling dean of Franklin college and Dr Soule president of the State College of Agriculture will go to Atlanta this afternoon for the Georgia School of Technology Founders Day events. The University will be represented at the celebration and the chancellor will award diplomas next Wednesday. WantedFarm hand white or colored Will pay good wages Address X care Banner

D. C. Barrow University C. M. Snelling Franklin College Dr. Soule State College of Agriculture Atlanta Georgia School of Technology

Farmers Institute schedule covers Georgia counties by state college

The Georgia State College of Agriculture outlines three simultaneous routes for a June to August Farmers Institute tour. Routes list numerous towns across many counties with daily stops from mid June to early August, ending at Berry School.

Farmers Institute Georgia State College of Agriculture Camilla Mitchell County Meigs Thomas County Cairo Grady County Donaldsonville Decatur County Blakely Early County Kidson Calhoun County Shellman Randolph County Fort Gaines Clay County Dawson Terrell County Albany Daugherty County Preston Webster County Lumpkin Stewart County Cusseta Chattahoochee County Buena Vista Marion County Ellaville Schley County Woodland Talbot County Hamilton Harris County Greenville Meriwether County LaGrange Troup County Franklin Heard County Newnan Coweta County Carrolton Carroll County

Death of Mr J H Joiner at Forty-Two on Foundry Street

Mr J H Joiner died last night at about seven at his home on Foundry street after a period of illness. He was forty two, leaving a wife, several children, a mother and three brothers. Funeral arrangements were pending as of late night and services are planned for tomorrow. He was well known and respected in the community.

J. H. Joiner Foundry Street Joiner

BRED IN THE BONE At Lyric Feature War Drama

A three reel feature "Bred in the Bone" screens at the Lyric. The war drama showcases Gatling guns and howitzers in extensive battle scenes with rapid action and broad scenery.

Williamson’s markets offer cantaloupes and citrus

Ripe cantaloupes from Arnold & Abney alongside Indian River oranges and grapefruit are advertised at Williamson's. The brief listing stresses sweet cantaloupes and describes Williamson's fruit selection.

California Winesap Arnold & Abney Williamson'‘s Indian River Williamson’s

Thompson Dead at Hull After Acute Indigestion

Mr W J Thompson prominent young businessman and farmer at Hull died yesterday morning from acute indigestion after breakfast. He leaves a wife and seven children. Funeral at Hull residence tomorrow at 11 o'clock with burial in the old family cemetery. Services by Rev Chandler and Rev Anthony. He was a church member and member of the Odd Fellows and Woodmen of the World.

Hull W. J. Thompson Messrs Chandler Anthony Thompson Church The Odd Fellows Woodmen of

Langston's Music House Ad Sells Latest Hits in Athens

Langston's Music House at 187 Clayton St Athens Ga invites buyers to purchase the latest hits and preview selections. Miss Smith is an accomplished pianist offering to perform pieces for customers. A special matinee at the Colonial Theatre begins at 3 45.

Langston Music House Miss Smith Langston’s Music House Clayton St Athens, Ga

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