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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1911
Page
7
Atlanta communities debate a shift to a five or six member commission government. Critics call centralization undesirable while supporters cite reform of unwieldy city machinery. Recent disputes include cemetery and park board wrangles. Conference hints at council struggles and potential changes ahead.
Visitors at the University of Georgia commencement will not gauge the student body size accurately. A third to half of the Georgia boys will be away for summer vacations or travel, with many leaving after their last exam and others staying for military exercises.
The Georgia State Chamber of Commerce booster car reaches Augusta on schedule and is greeted by Secretary Farrell and Amagwsta Trade Body officials. Judge C J leads the party as the group tours local interests and promotes state commerce.
Athens bank statements report two local institutions, the National Bank of Athens and the Georgia National Bank, in robust financial shape with solid capital, surplus, and profits. The National Bank of Athens lists 100000 capital, 200000 surplus, and undivided profits around 328077, with deposits substantial. The Georgia National Bank shows 200000 capital, 125000 surplus, deposits over 300000, and undivided profits near 75000. Circulation of national bank notes stands at 200000 backed by U S bonds. Lester, Col. R A Stafford, and William Wakefield of the State Chamber of Commerce head to Columbia for a reception Monday night as a Primo car delivers Georgia product records.
Atlanta June 13 The Atlanta bar advocated abolition of the justice of the peace system and the creation of a chief magistrate and chief clerk to route cases to salary based assistant magistrates. Discontent stems from long standing issues and recent bailiff misconduct prosecutions and fines.
District Deputy Grand Master A. B. Carter announced the Georgia Odd Fellows division will hold its regular summer meeting in Madison around August 15 to 20. The Madison event aims to be highly pleasant and profitable, with many lodges from multiple counties expected to attend and Athens lodges contributing a substantial number. The Madison lodge will perform degree work for attendees.
Retail notice lists reduced prices on laces embroideries ribbons hosiery and gloves. Also advertised are children's dresses coats rompers suits for little boys with broad markdowns across items including belts and ribbons.
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