Athens Invited to Georgia Mayors Meeting in Augusta
Athens sends Mayor W F Dorsey Aldermen J C McMahan and F A Lipscomb and City Attorney West to Augusta for Georgia Municipal League session. Athens has long represented at these meetings and hopes to persuade the league to grant the next gathering in Athens.
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Dorsey
McMahon
Lipscomb
West
Augusta
Georgia Municipal League
Athens
W. F. Dorsey
J. C. McMahan
F. A. Lipscomb
Athens awaits Georgia mayors and city officials visit
The article notes three gentlemen accompanying Dorsey to the Fountain City will travel to Augusta and return by Thursday night to advocate Athens claims. It states Athens would be delighted to host the Georgia mayors and city officials next year and that these leaders will play a prominent role in the deliberations to present Athens’ case.
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Dorsey
Athens
Fountain City
Yesterdaternoon
Augusta
Georgia
Cut Crystal and China Novelties Displayed at Scudders
The Banner reports J A Scudder’s store showroom showcasing imported cut crystal novelties and hand painted china. The assortment drew attention from Athens residents seeking the latest attractive purchases and high quality items.
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CUT Crystal
China
J. A. Scudder
Athens
For Diabetes and Brights Dise ase take Stuart s Gin
A historical snippet urges using Stuart s Gin for diabetes and Bright s disease. The note reflects older medical advertising language and lacks modern proof or medical endorsement.
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Bright
Stuart
New Foundry and Machine Works Planned for Athens
Athens plans a new foundry and machine works with charter filed and operations aimed by mid July. Led by Lewis E Bailey, local citizens back the project and machinery is already purchased awaiting the plant’s site. Also pending charters include Ginners Cooperative Insurance Company and Oconee Fertilizer Company with state approval sought to begin operations.
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Athens
Lewis E. Bailey
Ginners’ Co-operative Insurance Company
Messrs. W.F. Dorsey
J. H. Beusse
We Nory
S. R. McDuffie
A. Duffie
Philip F
Ocom
Lana Dolla
Seaboard Indictment Arguments Over Delayed Train Post
Indictment by Clarke County grand jury targets Seaboard Air Line Railway Co for failing to post a late train citing downed wires as defense. The piece also includes a testimonial about Grape-Nuts aiding a sick child, praising its nourishment and claimed brain and nerve benefits.
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Grand
Clarke County
Seaboard Air Line Railway Co
General Tribble
Morrow and Company Suffer Painful Injuries in Incident
Mr Morrow Comercial land J Morrow and Company report painful injuries from an incident. The extent is not yet known, but the injuries are not thought to be serious though they cause considerable pain.
Mitchell Smith Dies After Lingering Illness at 26
Mr Mitchell Smith aged twenty six died yesterday morning at five o clock at his home after a lingering consumption illness He had been in poor health for some time and his death was not unexpected He belonged to East Athens Baptist church and his funeral will be held there at eight this morning The body will be sent to Madison county for interment in the family burial grounds.
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Kansas City
Earl
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Prigs
Wellville
Mitchell Smith
Mr. Baldwin
Gainesville
Jefferson
Y M C A Boys Contests Between Yellows and Purples
Tomorrow afternoon from four to six o'clock there will be an athletic contest at the Y M C A hall between the Yellows and the Purples. The two teams aim to bring the largest number of new members into the association. There will be jumping, tug of war, and similar events. every team member should participate as the membership drive nears its close.
Trustees Begin 105th Georgia University Commencement
The University of Georgia opens its 105th commencement tomorrow at 1 PM with the Board of Trustees meeting in the Academic Building trustees room. Ex-Governor Henry D. McDaniel presides, Acting Chancellor David C. Barrow reads his report, and the board may refer it to committees before adjourning to Friday. The Conner bill is to be discussed, and the chancellorship remains unsettled though Dean Barrow may continue as Acting Chancellor.
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University of Georgia
Board of Trustees
Henry D. McDaniel
Monroe
David C. Barrow
Conner
Barrow
Hoke Smith Speech Location Change For Clarke County
Hon Hoke Smith candidate for governor will speak Saturday afternoon at two thirty at the skating rink on Clayton street. The venue was moved from College avenue in front of the Southern Mutual building due to heat concerns. A committee invites all residents to attend this meeting.
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Hoke Smith
Clarke
Clayton Street
College Avenue
Southern Mutual
Committee On
Exposition Sale Opens at McClure's Store
Tomorrow morning the McClure Ten Cent Store launches an Exposition Sale in Classic City. The McClure Company promises rare bargains across many booths with demonstrations by attendants, daily music, and special deals each day through Monday night inviting all residents to attend and enjoy the event.
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McClure Ten Cent
McClure Company
Gainesville Midland to run to Athens by Sept 1
The Gainesville Midland Railroad president George J. Baldwin says the line will be completed by September 1 and trains will run Gainesville to Athens by then. He toured Jefferson and Athens with other officials praising the farming county and predicting rapid local development.
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Gainesville Midland
Gainesville Midland Railroad
Gainesville
Athens
George J. Baldwin
Jackson Herald
Douglas
Epps
Jefferson
Baldwin
Medals Made by Athens Firm Honor UGA Students
The Athens jeweler R Brandt installed a medal department at his Clayton street shop. This year the gold medals awarded to University of Georgia students for study, debate and military excellence were produced by Brandt, reflecting credit on him and on Athens.
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Athens
R. Brandt
Clayton Street
University of Georgia
Brandt
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