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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1921

Page

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Hart County welcomes Governor-elect Thomas W Hardwick

In Hart yesterday a crowded noon gathering heard Governor-elect Thomas W. Hardwick pledge support for the upcoming administration. He praised supporters and urged continued effort toward national and local reforms while noting challenging times and the need for unity. Attendees included W. G. Hodges, GL McGurry, Julian and Herndon McCurry, and local residents at a post‑meeting supper.

Hm, Ga Harted Thomas Wick Hardwick Hart Hecie Hig Close Adid Tims Easary Olac W. G. Hodges GL McGiurry Ewars Julian McCurry Hornery Athens C.D. On Howereville C. M. Myers Rot Mon Thos W. Hardwick Mesars Julian Herndon McCurry Wo le Hailey Broadus HE. Sanders A. N. P. Brown Myers Wud Tm, Brown Claude Herring

Palaces Show Strong Caution For Big Week of Films

The Palace announces a super production lineup headlined by Be My Wife at the Palace tomorrow. Mabel Ju Scott Milton Sills Elliott Dex Ann Forrest also star in translations of The Translation of a Savage and The Saphead. Keaton appears in a two reel Neighbors comedy to accompany the feature program.

Palace Rr Paramount Mabel Ju Scott Milton Sills Elliott Dex Ann Forrest Faid Great Northwest London Ibslaest Luster Keaton Neishbors

Federal Judge Voids Indictment in Express Robbery Case

A federal judge in Acon Georgia on March 1 overruled motions related to four defendants indicted for conspiring to rob the Railway Express Company of nearly 1 million dollars. Trial date and details remain unsettled as the case proceeds in federal court.

Acon Evans Railway Express Company

Record Flight From Pacific To Atlantic In 22 Hours 32 Minutes

Lieut. William D. Coney of the U.S. Air Force flew from the Pacific to the Atlantic in 22 hours 32 minutes starting from Fan Mluga California and finishing in Jacksonville Florida. The 2079 mile distance yielded an average speed over 98 mph. Figures are unofficial and could set a new time record if confirmed.

Pacific Ocean Atlantic Fan Mluga Cal William D. Coney U.S. 4 Pacific Atlantic Ocean Flo Jacksonville Fla

Last Day to Secure Auto License Gone

Sheriff Jackson warned Athens residents that the deadline for new 1921 license tags has passed and many owners still lack the updated plate. He said officers will issue warnings and will continue to enforce the law by locating cars without the new tag, advising owners to park until they obtain a tag.

Sheriff Jackson

Indictments Against Cement Firms and Individuals

A federal grand jury handed down 110 indictments against 74 corporations and 40 individuals in a cement industry antitrust case. Charges include combination and restraint of trade and attempts to monopolize in violation of the Sherman Act. Named companies include Clinchfield Portland Cement of Kingsport and Dixie Portland Cement of Chattanooga, among others.

Associated Press New York Marek L Federal Grand Jury Cement Trust Clinchfeld Portland Cement Company Ot Kingsport Tennessee Dixie Port, and Cement Company Chattanoogs Southern States States

Wesley Barry in Dinty at the Palace this Friday and Saturday

Athens youngsters are set for Wesley Freckles Barry in the film Dinty at the Palace for Friday and Saturday showings. Barry stars as the lead, with admission priced at 35 cents Friday.

Athens Chets Wesley Freckles Barry Palace Dinty Bugs Rej Ber

Repeal of Wartime Laws Goes to Wilson for Signature

Washington dispatch reports Congress completed action to repeal almost all wartime laws by concuring with Senate amendments. The Lever fuel and food act would be repealed, while the trading with the enemy act and liberty bond act stay in force. The espionage act of 1917 would be restored and the 1919 amending law repealed.

Washington, D. C House Senate War Finance Corporation

Saturday Night Sale Closes This Weekend

Large stock from Kup penheimer Florsheim Douglas hats shirts and gents furnishings offered at prices below wholesale. Store to close Saturday night due to heavy crowd and remodeling work. Don’t miss chance to buy leading American brands at deep discounts before closure.

Kuppenheimer Florsheim and Douglas Lee Morris America Morrishina

Last Cabinet Meeting Held in Washington D C

President Wilden met with his cabinet in Washington March 1 for the last time and exchanged farewells. He passed slowly from the executive offices appearing plainly affected as the term ends.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Wilden

Mass Meeting Boots South Lampskin Street Pavement Talk

Citizens gathered at city hall last night to discuss extending pavement on South Lampskin Street as part of street bond plans under the current administration. The meeting included representatives from the council mayor and South side property owners whose property borders the street. Resolutions were introduced and passed to be presented to the city council at the next regular meeting.

South Lampskin Street Connect Southside Counci

Kentucky Edges Georgia In Thin South Intercollegiate Final

In Atlanta on March 1 Kentucky won the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association basketball title, beating Georgia 20 to 19 on a foul shot just after the final whistle. Kentucky led early, Georgia tied late, and King scored the deciding free throw as time expired.

Associated Press Atlanta Kentucky Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association University of Georgia King Georgia Bulldogs Frank Merriwell Georgis University of Kentucky Georgia Hayden Cheeves Yates Cheaves Grofciata Ted Black Virginia Andergon Bulldogs Rawson Murray Owens Trojans Anderson Bennett

European Relief Fund Grows Amid City Donations

The European Relief Fund nears $2,000 with recent subscriptions boosting totals from $1,799.77. Donors include Oconee Street Sunday School, J. C. Hutchens Sr, Community Club Crawford Ga, and several others as organizers report strong local charity. In political news, five House Judiciary members urged Congress to impeach federal district Judge Landis over salary ties to baseball, signaling a forthcoming report to the committee.

J. Warren Smith Uetal Oconve St J. C. Hutchens Arenes Community Club Crawford Secrere Bowers Associated Press Washington Congress Landis House Judiciary Committee

Famous Kilties Band to headline Atlanta Auto Show

Canada's renowned music group the Famous Kilties Band will appear at the Great Southern Automobile Show in the immense City Auditorium Atlanta from March 9 to 12. The event promises a grand display with over 75 different motor car and truck muff displays and the latest automotive equipment. More than 2,000 dealers and buyers from across the states are expected, with substantial decorating costs and wide Southern interest.

Canada Kilties City Auditorium Atlanta England South Lawler Motor Co Studebakerie

Allies Ready for Move Against Germany in March

London reports belief in allied camps that reparations talks have ended and action is imminent. Allies expect a firm, decisive reply and an advance into Germany could begin if economic pressure proves insufficient.

Associated Press London Germany

Fire in Shackelford Building Threatens City Center

Fire department responded to a blaze at the Shackelford building at College and Clayton, with two upper stories filled by dense smoke. Quick action by firefighters prevented a larger conflagration in the heart of the business district where every store is tenanted. estimated losses unavailable at night.

Shackelford Corner College Clayton Street

Knights of Columbus Lecturers to Fight Anti Semitism

James A. Maherty supreme knight of the Knights of Columbus announced calling two thousand lecturers in the United States and Canada to combat anti-Semitism. He warned that an attack on any religion or race can spread to others and spoke against antisemitic sentiment in the Americas.

Associated Press Philadelphia United States James A. Maherty The Knights of Columbus Canada

Former Ambassador Fletcher Seen as Possible Undersecretary of State

Washington reports place Henry P. Fletcher once ambassador to Mexico as a candidate for a high State Department post in Barding's cabinet. The Pennsylvania native, long a diplomat, previously served as ambassador to Mexico under Wilson and resigned before rumors of Tokyo assignment.

Mexico Washington Henry P. Fletcher Barding Warlier Tokyo Fletcher Pennsylvania Wilsone

Employees Working Under Protest in A B and A Matter

Associated Press report from Atlanta states that union workers of the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic line are signaling protest after a conference with B. L. Bugs, a telever, as a joint committee announced the stance in the afternoon.

A.B. & A. Matter Atlanta Awarch Tinion Employees Atlanta, Limingham & Atlantic Ing Union Joint Committee Tiwo B. L. Bugs Tecelver

Peace Mission Expenses Given

President Wilson transmitted to the House a detailed statement of expenditures from the 150,000,000 war fund, highlighting the American peace mission to Paris. The full page item is expected to be published tomorrow.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Wilson Paris

Civil Cases In City Court Are Continued Week

Civil cases in the city court of Athens are postponed due to conflicts with other courts. The February term trials are moved to week beginning March 14. Monday row cases will be called March 14 and Tuesday row cases March 15, with clerks noting the shifts.

Athens Thi Mareb Tl UL . J.D, Bradwele City Court of Athansae

Senate Discussed U S Jap Relation Behind Closed Doors

In Washington May a two hour closed session on United States Japan relations failed to shift opposition to the naval appropriation. Senator Lodge urged continued naval building amid world affairs concerns while Senator Williams challenged the stance and promised further open session discussions.

Senate Associated Press Washington, D. C United States Japan Lodge Williams Miestesino Borab d Pine

Plane Kills Five Negroes At Pensacola Beach

On March 1 at Pensacola Beach Ensign John Walter Alcorn was detained after his seaplane skimmed the beach, killing three Negro women and two Negro children. Police search for the man and woman who left the scene in a car. In Montgomery two aviators, Lieutenant Everett L. Kirkpatrick and Private Clyde W. Pratt, died as their airplane crashed and burned.

Associated Press Pensacola Fla John Walter Alcorn Naval Air Station Alcorn Plane Falls Montgomery Ala Everett L. Kirkpatrick Miami Clyde W. Pratt St. Andrews

Athens Bible Conference Brings Morgan and Broughton

The Athens Bible Conference will run March 9 to 18 drawing Dr. G Campbell Morgan and Dr. Len G Broughton to lead ten days of Bible study. Pastor S J Cartledge urges residents to attend all services for spiritual renewal and stronger daily living.

G. Campbell Morgan Len G. Broughton J. Cartledge Central Presbyterian Church Drs. Morgan Broughton Tras Athens Bill Organg

Petrograd Under Martial Law Reported by Finn Army

Report says Petrograd fell under martial law as clashes erupted across the city. The Finns announced martial law to their general staff, with casualties reported in several locations.

Associated Presa Washington, D. C Ly Petrograd Keneral

Montenegro Kip Dies in France Today

Montenegro Kip dies in France today in Antibes. Nicholas, of Montenegro, is named in Associated Press dispatches. The report notes the death occurred in France with limited details available.

Montenegro Kip France Antibes Nicholas

President Wilson and Harding Inauguration Delay Report

In Washington details emerge on whether President Wilson will attend the inauguration of Vice President elect as inauguration plans for President Harding are finalized. Final arrangements for press coverage and travel to the capital are under discussion.

Présey Washington, D.C Harding Wilada

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Artwell Don Hart Citi Wife Buster Keaton Lieut, William D, Coney Wesley Barry K. of C Associated, Press Otray Pensacola Beach Deith Naval Station Wilson ‘ Harding Coren
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