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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1917
Page
1
Washington reports that China may enter the war against the Central powers if Entente guarantees relaxations of post Boxer indemnities. China seeks remission of the $30,000,900 annual payments through 1940 while Entente hopes to use China as a manpower and trade asset after the war.
Washington March 2 the conference report on the post office appropriation bill carrying the Reed bone dry amendment was agreed to by the Senate without a roll call and now goes to the president for signature. The bill carries 350000000 in appropriation and blocks liquor shipments into states enforcing prohibition laws.
Interest grew in the Electric Company winter appliance sale with a crowded show room and a spirited guessing contest. The nearest guess to the February lamp exchanges won a 3.50 six pound electric iron. Winners included Mr H G Callahan 600 Miss Thelma Holland 668 and Miss Harriet Benedict 675. actual February total was 592. Bryan Marsh National Mazda lamps offer three times the grit vs carbon lamps in home sizes.
Prominent city real estate men Tom and Olin Dozier purchased two new cars from the Athens Overland Company through Roy Brooks. Tom bought the Willys with a Continental motor, known as a leader in the Secondentre Held. Olin acquired the Willye-Knight, a Europe sensation now gaining traction in America.
Washington March 2 The senate bill to relieve federal judges from duty when physically or mentally disabled was defeated by the house today 200 to 192. Many congressmen against the DC prohibition bill planned to vote against the judges bill citing Representative Webb, chair of the prohibition committee, as a possible North Carolina judgeship candidate.
Washington March 2 Representative Michael F. Conry of New York City a Democrat died today. His death could alter the balance in the next House leaving Democrats 214 Republicans 216 and five Independents.
The city bond commission chaired by Col. C. M. Snelling met last night and destroyed by burning $10,325 in paid off city bond coupons. The session totaled over 520 individual coupons, which officials checked and stamped with each payment date.
After delays yesterday the film Civilization arrives from Atlanta late. The Colonial will show the picture this afternoon at 3 and again tonight at 7 30. Crowds who braved bad weather were disappointed once, but the film will be presented as scheduled this day.
Crowds gathered before last night's performance to secure seats, with show prices ranging from twenty five cents to one dollar. Haughey's orchestra supplied music, and a complete score accompanied the notable picture that has created a widespread sensation wherever shown.
The University of Georgia presents a popular science lecture on X rays and the structure of crystals in the Moors Building at 8 30 p m. Professor L L Hendren of the Physics department will deliver the talk with demonstrations of recent experimental work by many scientists for students and Athens residents.
Market ad notes fresh fish and various meats including dressed hens. Lists Western Meat Market and phone number 451. Brief retail notice likely from a local newspaper classified or ad section.
R Foty a peddler who declared himself Syrian and spoke English was arrested last night for doing business in the city without license. A complaint reported he visited a Milledge Circle home, offered wares, was refused, then entered the home and followed into a bedroom until the resident secured a pistol and he departed. The arrest occurred at a local boarding house. Dill Pickles Olives 40c qt. King Hodgwon Co.
Cadet James G. White of Culver Military Academy in Indiana will escort Vice President Marshall in the inaugural parade on March 5. White, son of Mrs. James White of Athens Georgia, serves with the Black Horse Troop. The Culver battalion of five hundred cadets will join the parade and spend five days in Washington visiting public buildings and the U S Naval Academy at Annapolis.
Mr. Charles Morris, a well known clothing merchant, arrived from eastern markets where he reviewed spring and fall purchases and contracts. He plans to bring a select line of clothing to the market, with expert knowledge of goods and trade, and offer the latest patterns at his shop.
Local groceries list offerings including corn meal from King Hodgeson Co and Frank H Bowden plus Wingfield Gro Co and Weatherly Gro Co. Fresh lettuce celery and sealshipt oysters advertised under Arnold and Abney. Multiple vendors named such as LN Butler R B Smith A M Center W A Fowler.
Paul H. Smith has been elected a director of the Peoples Bank in this city. He is a well known young business man with a strong record in local commercial circles. His election adds strength to a bank already a key factor in regional banking and he represents a large territory for the Overland car line along with other successful enterprises he directs.
Call at court house and make your State and County Tax Returns for 1917. J. H. Dorsey offers Yellow Yam Potatoes Gound sweet and good. Eyes, 3 dozen, $1.00 Fresh Country Eggs sold special today, 8 dozen for $1.00.
Washington March 2 President Wilsons bill authorizing armed neutrality faced heated senate debate with little opposition and no party lines. Senators discussed ship protections, convoys, and war risks while cabinet members and the British ambassador attended. The session recessed without a vote as leaders predicted passage later, with provisions to arm merchant ships and a joint resolution for a bond issue in debate. Navy yards on the Atlantic coast were ready to arm merchant vessels within days under orders.
Tech High School defeated Athens YMCA preps 59 to 37 after a 30 to 24 halftime margin. Fraser scored 17 baskets, Hamlet added 10, while Lyle and Quillian led guarded play. The game featured strong, experienced prep teams and 20 minute halves.
Money to loan on farm lands and city real estate offered by M Stern. Quick terms for productive loans. Contact M Stern for details and eligibility.
Normal Market promotes fresh Sealshipt oysters and a variety of fresh meats. The brief notice highlights available seafood and meat selections with a bold, sale-like tone.
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