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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1921

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Cotton Growers Ad Measures Considered At Meeting

Washington June 23 A meeting of southern state equators with Secretaries Wallace and Hoover discussed relief measures for cotton growers. A plan to aid banks in financing cotton paper held by farmers was floated. Participants favored quick action without new legislation, and Senator Smith said another conference would be held soon to work out details.

Washington, D.C Wallace Hoover Nhot Smith South Carolina

Harding Calls For the UP and Early Pataga Plan

The article reports House Ways and Means Chairman Fordgey briefing President Ford on a proposed early package of eleven laws. The plan aims for quick action by the committee with a preliminary bill ready by Monday for discussion, though precise Reed Line requirements remain unclear.

Iene B.C. Dane Ordney White Iacuss Fordgey Reed Mit

Jackie Coogan Delights Young Movie Fans at Palace

Children judged Peck's Bad Boy as a hit as Jackie Coogan drew crowds at the Palace. The matinee for kids drew hundreds and the audience roared, while those who missed yesterday’s opening planned to return for a second day with Theresa and Larry Lemon comedy.

Peck Jackie Coogan Theresa Larry Lemon

Attendance at Summer School Surges Despite Costs

The report notes a rise of more than 225 in attendance as Summer continues to grow. Over 1,000 teachers have registered, signaling a season with higher participation than last year by about 125 attendees amid financial strain.

Harvard Yale Regatta Draws Crowds to Thames River

Harvard and Yale face off in the 63rd annual regatta on the Thames tomorrow afternoon. Crowds pour into Groton area towns with banners and regatta girls, while fans from both sides anticipate a competitive race despite recent defeats. Local hotels expect higher prices as visitors arrive for a day of rowing and pageantry along the river.

Conn Dars Yale Thames Rile Red Top Gales Ferry Connecticut Crimson and Blue Harvard Poushkeepsie Massachusetts. Tech Cornell Pringeeston Navy Yolotus Pennsylvania Columbia Princeton Yale Bight Te Marsachusetta Tech

Colonel Michael to Speak at Masons Maysville St John’s Day

Colonel Michael will deliver an address before the Masonic lodge of Maysville for the St John’s day celebration on June 24. A Masonic festival and dinner will draw several thousand people from the region. Dr. Bert Bishop will also speak.

M. C. Pifehael Mayaville Michael Maxon Bert Bishop

Soule Represents Georgia at Yale Education Meeting

Dr. Andrew M. Soule has spent several days in New Haven representing the University at a major educational gathering at Yale. He is expected to return home tomorrow.

Andrew M. Soule Georgia New Haven Meeting New Haven Conn Yale

De Valera Arrest Reported in Dublin Debacle

A Dublin dispatch reports Eamonn De Valera was arrested Wednesday night at Black Rock, County Dublin, and released today without any charge being preferred. The note adds rapid movement and no formal accusation.

Associated Press London Dublin Eamonn DeValera Black Rock County Dublin

Curzon Attacks League Covenant in House of Lords

Lord Curzon secretary of state for foreign affairs denounced the league of nations covenant in the House of Lords. He said many international frictions stem from improper timing of peace by the Allies and urged strong American cooperation with the Allies.

Curzon League Covenant House of Lords London League of Nations Lord Curzon

Barn and Hill Street fires cause heavy losses at college complex

Morning blaze at the College of Agriculture property on College and Hill Street caused about 4000 dollars in damage with 1000 dollars to contents. Large hay, grain stores and farming tools, including a mixer and mills, burned as flames spread in a frame barn. Firemen confined damage to surrounding property. A second fire at Jonas Meyers residence on Hill Street damaged the kitchen re, rear of the house, origin unknown.

Hill Street Jonas Meyers Hi Street

Max Goldman Relocates to 401 Broad Street in Georgia

Max Goldman to move into new, remodeled store at 401 Broad Street next week. He offers a large stock of shoes and assorted merchandise at greatly reduced prices to clear stock before the move. A modern interior and updated fixtures will house an up-to-date line for men, women, and children.

Max Goldman Broad Street Georgia Broadstreet

Germany Decides Release Remainder American Property

Washington June 23 reports the German government announced it will release the remaining sequestrated American properties. Owners seeking release should address the Information Office of the Alien Property Custodian in Berlin.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Adtices Today Information Office of Alien Property Custodian St Ber

Delegation Chosen To Host Georgia Baptist Young Peoples Union

Savannah June 23 Athens was chosen as the site for the 27th annual Georgia Baptist Young Peoples Union convention. The Athens delegation thanked the convention and pledged a warm welcome as 1200 to 1500 youths are expected. Local leaders and delegates from Savannah and Athens were listed as participants and organizers for next year’s gathering.

Savannah Athens The Georgia Baptist Young Peoples Union

Sims to brief Denby on his London speech today

Secretary Denby expected to hear today from Rear Admiral Sims who was recalled from London to recount what he said in his Washington address. Sims said the speech had been inaccurately quoted and would report the exact remarks.

Washington, D. C Denby Tomor Simm London Sims

Seven Die As Barnesboro Theater Collapses In Storm

Seven persons were killed and many injured when the Grand theater at Barnesboro collapsed tonight amid a severe storm. Nine rescuees were pulled from the ruins and taken to Johnstown hospital for treatment.

Barnesboro Johnstown Jtine

Weevil Activity Spreads in Texas and Georgia

Washington June 23 news reports cotton crops are generally well cultivated with few grassy-field complaints. The national weather and crop bulletin notes weevil activity has spread over the week, with damage increasing in Georgia and Texas, though conditions remain generally fair.

Texas Georgia Washington, D. C National Weather and Crop Bulletin Accadean Georgie

Tornado Hits Jacksonville Town Near Little Rock

A tornado struck Jacksonville near Little Rock this afternoon, destroying five houses and unroofing one. The storm path was 100 yards wide and five miles long. Mrs. John Woodson, wife of a farmer, was injured as stock and outbuildings suffered heavy losses.

Associated Press Little Rock Ark Jacksonville Here John Woodson

Long wrangle over Napier 10 commission grows

Special to The Banner reports a heated session where lawmakers certified Napier for the commission. The assembly's joint action directs the governor to appoint Napier as of tomorrow, allowing immediate service and signaling a shift in state dealings with Governor Hardwick.

Napier Jy Tanta Ts House Atate State House Assembly Napler Hardwick Regios Hun Denny

Borah Attacks Soldier Bonus Payment Methods

Washington June 23 Senator Borah opened a pointed attack on how veteran bonuses would be paid. He condemned delay and insisted cash payments were the courageous choice, arguing the other methods were discreditable to the Republican party. Senator McCumber and allies had advocated cash or land and other values, while Borah pressed for immediate cash.

Washington, D.C Senate McCumber Borah

Funeral of Grover C Gunnells Held At Pleasant Grove

Funeral services for Grover C. Gunnells aged 85 were held Thursday at 3 PM at Pleasant Grove Church in Hev county. He died October 19 1918 in France while serving with Company F 125th Infantry AEF. Survived by nine sisters and one brother. Bernstein Brothers Funeral Directors were in charge.

Grover C. Gunnells Athrow Franer Pleasant Grove Chuoreh Ete Culberson Mrv Gunnvlia Lige Gunnolls Madison County France 125Th Infantry Camp Gordon Bernstein

Governor-Elect Hardwick to Press Tax and Spending Reform

Special to The Banner Atlanta June 23 Governor-elect Hardwick plans a message to the general assembly outlining strict fiscal policy. He seeks deep cuts, revised maintenance funding, a revolving fund, and a revised tax system including gasoline and liquor taxes. The aim is to balance the budget amid slow revenue collection and large deficits.

Atlanta Hardwick General Assembly Cloge Western & Atlantic Railroad

Whites Expanded The 1820 Census Racial Distribution

Washington D C June The census bureau reports a population of 94 822 431 whites 10 463 013 Negroes 242 969 Indians 111 025 Japanese and 61 686 Chinese The white population grew 16 percent in a decade while Negroes and others show smaller gains Georgia leads with the largest Black population at 1 206 266

Associated Press Washington, D.C Georg

Prof J Lustrat’s Brother Dead In France

Professor Joseph Lustrat of the University of Georgia mourns the death of his brother Henri Lustrat at his home in Vichy France. Henri was the family’s last surviving member and the news prompts many expressions of sympathy from Lustrat’s friends and colleagues.

J. Lustrat France Joseph’ Lustrat University of Georgia Henri Lustrat Vichy Lustrat Professor Lastrat

Beck Wants List Of All Who Made Too Much In War

Washington, Does Jane tA regulsition calling outligrebsary for & lst of individuald, firm such cer eration a pare propia ex ceeding 25 per cept ceed tnnice capital to 1918 was Intiud. Iene house today by Trepresextative from Winconala, Tt asked ale for dinner of pofkotts and trivia who availed, falsifies or wilfully understated the amount of their incomes during the war period.

Arene Press Washington Jane Winconala

Serbian King Reported Better Amid Uncertain Outlook

A London dispatch quoted a Near East newspaper noting King Peter of Serbia has been ill with reports shifting. Sources say the monarch may have died three or four days earlier, creating confusion about the royal condition.

Associated Prees Stade Pater Serbia London Thesday Near East Peter

Rotary Leader Edward R Hodgson Jr A Athens business figure

Edward Reginald Hodgson Jr heads Empire State Chemical Company among the souths largest corporations. He sits on the Southern Mutual Insurance board and is vice president of Hodgson Oil Refining. A director at Athens Terminal Bank Georgia Tech trustee and YMCA Athens president. A native Athenian graduate of the University of Georgia and active in Baptist church and boys work through Rotary. Wartime YMCA volunteer served overseas in England and enjoys golf and lakeside Kanuga North Carolina summers. Address Cotton Co or the steel company, Venlenine Avenue.

Edward Reginald Hogson, JR Empire*state Chemical_company Athens Southern Mutual Insurance Company Hodgson Ol Refining Company Commercial Bank of Athens Athens Terminal Company Georgia Téch Athens Y. M.C. A Cloverhurst

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