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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1921

Page

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Leaders Delay Budget as New Porto Rico Governor Arrives

In BanJuan Puerto Rico a newly appointed Porto Rico governor, B Riely of Kap7G City Missouri, faces a legislature that adjourned without passing the year’s budget or key revenue bills. Senate President Antonio Barcelo of the Uniprint party was asked by Governor Riely to complete work quickly, but no clear action is seen.

Associated Prés BanJuan P.R B. Ppt Riely Kap7g Antonio Fr. Barcelo Senate Rialy Riely Porto Rico Paseed

Athens Aas ons Attend Exercises Lodge Maysville

A garbled clipping notes Athens Aas ons at a lodge event in Maysville with unclear details. The fragment mentions MG and Gol but lacks concrete names, dates, or outcomes to verify.

Athens Maysville

Admiral Sims Publicly Reprimanded by Navy Dept

Rear Admiral William Sims was publicly reprimanded by Secretary Denby for a London speech on June 5 that praised French sympathizers in America. The Navy said the rebuke reflected strong disapproval of his conduct and followed his visit to the White House. Sims later claimed he got what he deserved and regretted causing any administration trouble.

Associated Press Washington, D.C William 8 Slint Denby London Friah America Department Escary Publc Itp Sima White House Wan Mot Slims

Plains Pasture Expert Spoke at Sumter County Farm Meet

Paul Tabor, pasture expert of the Georgia Agriculture, spoke at a Sumter County Plains farm bureau meeting yesterday. The event focused on pasture management and agricultural practices for local growers.

Plains Paul Tabor Loge Yeaterday Erglof Sumter

Leader of Live and Never Die sect dies after standoff

D D Murphy leader of a religious sect called Live and Never Die was killed inside a Disston avenue home after a multi hour siege by police. Two police and a Black woman were wounded during the confrontation as authorities used water and billets to flush the building while thousands watched.

Atlantic City Tite D. D. Murphy Disston Avenue Murphy Beegan Agate

Senate Flays Allied Debt Refunding Bill

Washington reports in Senate today opposing administration efforts to fund 10 billion dollars of allied debt. Senator Ashurst attacks treasury authority to extend interest payments while Senator McKellar criticizes provisions allowing a swap of American credit for reparations bonds from Germany Austria or Turkey. Senator Smoot says the bill grants excessive power to the secretary.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Criticlam Senate Ashurst Secretary of the Treasury McKellar America Smoot Ted

Cotton Growers Hold Barrow Meeting in Winder Today

All farmers of Bar County are urged to attend a meeting in Winder on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock June 26 at the old court house. Hon A A Emore director of the Cotton Growers association will address the gathering. The association aims to market 1000000 bales of cotton annually under cooperative plans.

Bal County Old Court House A. A. Emore Cotton Growers’ Association Co-Operative Market

William Farnum at Palace and Dempsey film at Strand

William Farnum stars in His Greatest Sacrifice at the Palace today with a Sunshine comedy. Fans in Athens pack the theater to see Farnum return. At the Strand, Georges Carpenter faces Jack Dempsey in a Saturday feature, The Wonder Man.

William Farnum Farnum Athens Strand Georges Carpenter Jack Dempsey

Railroad bans skirts and peekaboo styles for female workers

A large railroad company issued a ban on short skirts and peekaboo styles among female employees. The move aims to address decorum and avoid embarrassment to the workforce and public image.

Railroad ‘Company

Railroad Problem Reappears in Council of Administration

Uniroad issues and cooperation to stabilize the roads again dominate council discussions. Officials indicate progress toward a solution after cabinet talks with Secretary Mellon Hoover and I C Clark of the Interstate Commerce Commission.

Council OF Administration Altra Atva Eee Laoaty Ae Ape

Representative Boyce Picken Addresses Georgia Assembly

Atlanta on June 24 Representative Boyce Picken of Wilkes County received applause after stating he will introduce no new legislation this year and will oppose repeals. He warned lawmakers to kill any measures as they are introduced and to fight repeal efforts.

Atlanta Boyce Picken Wilkes County Tuency

Beginners Golf Tourney Matches Reported From Clov erbur et Country Club

Yesterday's beginner golf tournament at Clob erbury Country Club saw several matches close to completion with players Lemkin from Maddox two up with one to play Jackson from Baldwin three up with two to play Hanna from McHatton eight up with five to play Miller from Maupin five up with one to play Names listed include LumkinJester Mrs Garrow Griffeth Dew Rucker McGarrigte Barrow Miller Moss and Trussell Patmah in the field.

Cloverburet Country Club Lemkin Wor Maddox Jackson Baldwin Hanna McHatton Miller Maupin Arene Setae LumkinJester Mrs.Garrow Griffeth- Dew Rucker McGarrigte- Barrow Miller-Moss Trussell- Patmah

Roosevelt Invited to Speak in Atlanta Meeting

Special to The Banner Atlanta June 24 invitation sent to Theodore Roosevelt Jr to address the Georgia Republican meeting at the Kimball House tomorrow. The gathering will be a partisan occasion, it is announced.

Atlanta Theodore Roosevelt Georgia Republicane Kimball House

McMichael Proposes State Financial Oversight Committee

A McMichael resolution seeks a legislative committee to audit all state departments and institutions, inspect expenditures and collections, summon witnesses, and report on the treasury status. The move aims to uncover unexpended balances and potential redistributions, while contrasting with an Independent proposal targeting the agricultural department. McMichael also backs a resolution praising Congress on the farm loan act and urges amendments to accelerate additional funds for banks in the current crisis.

State Treasury Treasury Pncertain Department House McMichael Senate Agricultural Department Congress

Council Passes New Dog Law In Special Session

The council enacted an ordinance banning vicious dogs from running at large or on streets, regardless of tax tags. Following citizen pressure after a biting incident, police may impound dogs deemed vicious unless owners confine them to their premises.

War breaks out between Letvia and Rueala reported

A Berlin dispatch to the London Times cites Riga reports that a state of war has begun between Letvia and Rueala. The trouble is said to stem from the execution of 17 communists with the consent of the Dutch government.

Letvia Russia Associated Press London London Times Berlin Riga Rueala Umtish

Capital Removal Fight Begins in Both Houses

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a capital removal dispute has started in both the senate and the house. The text suggests positions numbered two in the senate and four in the house, but the wording is unclear and parts are garbled.

Federation Votes Down Equal Rights to Women Members

The AFL convention in Denver rejects a constitutional amendment granting women equal membership in trades and industries. Unions are urged to avoid discrimination and admit women, while efforts to end racial segregation in labor groups also failed.

Federation Denver Colo American Federation of Labor Today

Inaugural Details Completed for Governor Hardwick

Special to The Banner Atlanta June 24 final details of Hardwick inauguration program completed by subcommittee on arrangements. Hardwick will depart from Georgian Terrace at 10 46 am ride to state capitol with Senate president, House speaker and others. Parade from Peachtr ee and Harris streets features mounted police, Moultrie brass band, Spanish War veterans, judges and state officers, ending with reception before rostrum program including invocation oath and inaugural address.

Atlanta Thomas W. Hardwick Walter ‘P. and- Tows Hardwick Georgian Terrace State Capitol Clay Senate Nell House William J. Vereen Moultrie Democratc Oper Dorsey Peachtree Harris Beaverd Ian Holt Nash Hoseon Luke The Court of Appeals Executive Department Washington Govelie Courte State House Mre Mra. Rawlings J. K. Hines D. N. McQuilough JK Jordan J.B. Nevin Walter P. Andrews Memminger Landis

Yale Crew Defeats Harvard in Close Thames Race

Yale's varsity crew defeated Harvard on the Thames River this afternoon by a three quarters length in a Brueking race. Only three and one sixth seconds separated the crews at the finish in what was described as the most spectacular race between the rivals.

Yale Harvard Thames Sy Associated Press New Columbia Varsity Ryan

Federal Loan Banks To Be Depository For Federal Funds

The government designates loan banks as depository for federal funds. Officials report a large amount of money, around 1,000,000, will be placed in these banks.

New York Lawyer George Cochran Haselton Dies

George Cochran Haselton, noted New York lawyer, playwright, and author, died after a long illness yesterday. He practiced law in New York City and contributed to stage and literary circles.

New York Bypssaoigaee Press George Coch Ran Haselton

Express Companies Must Take Matter Tendered By Other

Express companies must accept matters tendered by other carriers as required by a unified order. The ruling directs Toes Way Express and Southeastern Company to cooperate, stating the order applies to all interrelated shipments and equipment requiring mutual handling.

Ancoctaant Breen Atlant Toesway Express Southeastern Toyra Iti

Funeral Services for Joe Cramer Held at Stephens

Special to The Bannery Stephens Ga June 24 Funeral services for Joe Cramer were held this afternoon at Stephens Funeral Home. Surviving are a widow formerly Miss Annie Shaw an adopted daughter Miss Helen Jackson a brother John Cramer and a sister Mrs Saunders all of the local area and several nieces. He was an uncle of Mrs Joe Hawks of Athens.

Bannery _ Stephens Loneieene Ormer Annie Shaw Helen Jackson John Cramer Mra. Saunders Mra Joe Hawks Athens

Anti-Beer Bill to be Debated in House Monday

Washington June 24 The Willie Campbell anti beer bill will be taken up in the house on Monday under an agreement for a vote after four hours debate. A request to effect was made today by Republican De Mordell and there was no objection.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Willie Campbell House de Mordell

Hutchinson and Wethered Tie For Open Lead At St Andrews

Jock Hutchinson of Chicago and Roger Wethered of Oxford University tied after 72 holes in the British open at St Andrews. They posted 296, and will contest a playoff to decide the title on the following day.

Associated Press St. Andrews Scotland Jock Hutchinson Chicago Roger Wethered Oxford University Utie Bach

Notable Athens Dentist Sam Jones Celebrates Birthday

Sam Jones, a Jackson County native who studied at Atlanta Dental College twelve years ago, lives in Athens. He works in dentistry, belongs to Psi Omega, attends the Methodist church, and enjoys golf and hunting. He frequents club meetings around Pat Laykin and is known as a skilled marksman in the community.

Jones Ware St. Mary‘s Hospital Sam Atlanta Dental College Athens Jackson County Psi Omega Dental Fraternity Methodist Church Pat Laykin Stege Stegeman Tana Ing Doc Erhurat Debbers Golf Club Vieian Tennie Maieage Avenue

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