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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1912

Page

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Jury lists drawn for April term in district court

Grand and traverse jurors for April term were drawn under Judge Newman’s order with Judge Cornett marshal Johnson and Commissioner Reed assisting. The pool includes W. Fleming Paul Smith Cobb Lamkin and many listed Athens, Watkinsville, Lexington, Comer, Danielsville, Nicholson, Maxeys, Bogart, and other area residents.

Grand Traverse District Federal Court Newman W. G. Cornett John L. Johnson Winder T. W. Reed W. Fleming Paul Smith Cobb Lamkin Grand Jury Jas A. Jones Watkinsville Jeptha T. King Comer Alonzo D. Few Sol Boley Althens Alonzo L. King Athens Lewellen J. Thompson Danielsville Wm. C. Rogers Bostwick Tim T.stapler Nicholson Henry C. Parrish Patrick H. McWhorter Buckhead Jno D. Wynn Carlton Edward B. Clark Lexington John Mack J. Carlton Thos. J. Caner Winterville Wm. D. Meadow Jesse M. Armistead Hutchins Edward Bancroft, Jr J. D. Vaughn Maxeys Allie D. Chandler Jos.p. Gholston Albert M. Dobbs Walter Es Strevenss Ci Smith Jack G . Biberton Henry. C. Conway Biliens Robt. J. Hancock

Funeral services for Bro. Robert Floyrmoyre announced

Williams Lodge No 15 requests members attend the funeral at 3430 o clock for Bro. Robert Floyrmoyre. Services will be at Shessen 300% Lae ownee 44444447 Woodman Circle. Fresh sponge cake old fashion pound cake and almond pastries advertised by Arnold & Abney. New Irish potatoes priced at qts for 2c.

Williams Robert “Floyrmoy Shessen Arnold & Abney

Recess Ends Athens City Court Session Adjourns to March

Yesterday morning the Athens city court adjourned to the fourth Monday in March the 25th ultimo to save county expense. Several cases were heard with Henley vs Compton occupying most of the day. Will Arthur was acquitted on gambling. Elihu Reid pleaded guilty to duplicate checks and was fined 35 dollars. Jim Hill pleaded guilty to carrying a pistol without a license and was fined 25 dollars. Frank Brown, a white man, was fined 50 dollars for assault and battery on an old negro on the Nowhere road.

Athens Henley Jim Hill Hill Frank Brown

Commissioner R Hudson Resigns to Enter Congress Race

Com R Hudson resigns effective May 1 to run for Congress in the district against incumbent Dudley Hughes, entering the race after filing with the governor. The move shifts local agriculture and state posts as Hudson leaves the commission.

Tateon Sete Congress Dudley Hughes

Oconee Cemetery Trustees Discuss Improvements

The Oconee Cemetery trustees met to review planned improvements for both the old and new cemeteries. They will repair a dangerous bridge and fiver, lay a sidewalk from the old cemetery, and grade streets, aiming to brighten the grounds before spring and summer within available funds.

Trust Oconee

Reopening vaudeville draws laughs at Colvin Hypnotic Co

Yesterday's vaudeville return pleased audiences as the Colvin Hypnotic Co delivered a creditable performance. The crowd responded with many laughs during the run of "every day and three shows at night."

Colvin Hypnotic Co

Dr Coile Improving After Serious Illness

Friends of Dr Coile of Winterville report he is steadily improving after a serious spell of sickness and a successful operation performed a few days ago. The note mentions his recovery and mentions a Dr from Miss city who was called.

Coile Winterville Dr. Or Miss-city

Athens Chamber Secures 60 000 Plant Move

The Athens Chamber of Commerce raised thirty five hundred dollars to attract a sixty thousand dollar plow factory plant with a five hundred dollar weekly payroll. The effort adds near one hundred new residents and boosts local employment. A partial donor list was published and fundraising continued to meet the required amount.

Athens Chamber of Commerce J. R. Crane Athens Parlor Market Athens Fruit Co G. M. Booth Ath Engineer Co Weatherly & Co L. Hancock Coal Company J. Lipscomb The Auto Salesmpany Orr Drug Co Harris, Henson & Co Dozier & Co M. Nicholson H. P.hinton Jay H Co H. P. Lawrence A. G. Dudley Southern Brick Co J. B Vaughn F. Rhodes J. H. Fleming Altheng Wine Bottling Co H. B. Wilson Ludwine Co H. C. Anderson J.C

Death of Arrive Wa mote aged seventy two in Athens

The obituary notes Wa mote of Arrive found dead in bed yesterday morning by his family after hours of watching. He was seventy two and a former classmate of Admiral Sigsbee at Annapolis. A Confederate veteran, he lived many years with a wife and friends mourning his loss. Funeral at 2 pm today led by Rev. A A Sullivan with Odd Fellows rites at Grays cemetery.

Wa Mote Athens Rat Iim Tad Sigsbee Naval Academy Annapolis Jk Sean Blourney Goanetarroy Girlock A. A. Sullivan Odd Fellows Grays Ogotiee

Tablet Poison Verdict Against Dr Compton

A Georgia court awarded Claud Henley $1250 in damages after he was given a tablet containing bi chloride mercury by Dr Compton while seeking a simple medicine. The physician did not appear to contest the suit. The jury found in favor of Henley.

Compton Henley Comptin

First Time Out in Four Months Delights Dunwoody Friends

Hundreds of Mr Mon Michael of Michael Brothers, long absent due to illness, was seen out yesterday in town in a chair with assistance. Friends hope this marks progress toward a permanent recovery. Phone 957 for more details and a souvenir offer from Dunwoody’s Best.

St Mon. Michael Michael Brothers Cal Ae Ac Pisto

Mrs. Bond Buried After Funeral in Bogart

The remains of Mrs H S Bond of this city were taken to Bogart yesterday afternoon for a funeral at the church. Hundreds of friends attended and paid tribute to her memory. Floral offerings were substantial and the day featured advertisements for smoked pig hams at 1744¢ per pound and a coupon promotion from Ar hold and Abney.

H.S. Bond Bogart Churca

Register to vote on bonds before March fifth deadline

Five days remain to have a name placed on the tax rolls so one may vote for bonds. Mr Linton at city hall will assist from morning till night. Citizens are urged to register now, noting many have paid taxes yet failed to register.

Linton

City to Close 1912 Tax Books Today

The city clerk and treasurer will close books for tax returns for the year 1912 today. Residents who have not filed or paid taxes are urged to complete their filings to avoid penalties.

Sweet singer pleases audience at the Lyric Theater

A young Miss Waring delights the audience at the Lyric Theater on College Avenue with a popular song number. The show features two reels of the best films, drawing steady attendance and praise for the performer.

Miss; Waring Deepleat Athens Lyric Theater College Avenue Yestar Kate

Hack Inspections At City Hall For Vehicle Licenses

Chairman Young of the police committee orders all hack owners to appear at city hall for annual inspections of their vehicles this morning at nine thirty. No action will be taken without strict compliance.

Young Polic Com- Committee

Sister of Dr Lyndon Dies After Long Illness in Palmetto

Miss Mary Smith sister of Dr E S Lyndon died in Athens after a long illness. She was of advanced age and had many friends. Funeral and burial will be held in Palmetto accompanied by her nephew Mr Go Mighty who arrived this afternoon.

Palmetto Mary Smith Lyndon Athens Go- Mighty

Painter Falls From Roof Fractures Ribs

Wednesday afternoon Arthur Buchannon was painting a house on Haneiek avenue owned by Mrs. A L Mitchell when he slipped and fell to the ground. He sustained fractures of several ribs and other injuries, ligaments wrenched and torn badly. He is in a local hospital, doing as well as could be expected.

Arthur ‘Buchannon A. L. Mitchell Haneiek” Avenue Iocal

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Woodman Circle Minnie L City Court R. Hudson Relipauisa Oconee Cemetery Tig Konens Claud Henley Dro Dr. Compton Fhail Dunwoody M. Booth Arnold & Ai Dr. E. S.lyndon Painter-Fell Athens Daily
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