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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1921
Page
1
Washington outlines policies favoring no foreign military commitments, no world court, and a conference for disarmament. It calls for mediation machinery, clarified international law, promotion of trade, reduced government expenses, fair taxation, and support for agriculture while advocating industrial peace and efficient administration.
Edwin Denby served as a congressman and later as Secretary of the Navy at age 54. He began as a lawyer and earned recognition in the American navy during the Spanish American War. He rose to sergeant of marines in World War I and later held the post of chief probation officer in Wayne County Clerk's Office Detroit.
The article summarizes the inaugural address praising the republic's unshaken foundations, liberty within law, and the founders' vision. It emphasizes noninvolvement in old world affairs, vigilance against emerging threats, and a sober reflection on war’s costs and responsibilities. The piece notes the speech’s call to renewed devotion and faith in America's destiny.
In Atlanta Georgia on March 4, union representatives for the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic railway notified receiver TB. 1 Burgess that withdrawal is likely within minutes. The unions seek wage protections and warned they may strike if the court orders do not prevent wage cuts. Federal Judge Sibley noted no orders bar a strike, and the unions blamed the receivership for the dispute.
Washington March 4 Senator Johnson of California voiced pleasure at President Harding’s address. He hailed the firm national policy and the strong words against old world entanglements, expressing delight at the administration’s stance.
The presidential oath was administered by Edward D. White to the president earlier, with White swearing in for both terms. The event marked the transition to the new administration after Harding’s election.
Today marks the last day of the reduction sale by Lee Morris, Broad Street clothing and gents’ furnishings merchant. The store, damaged recently, will be remodeled starting Monday as carpenters take over. Buyers are urged to act now to secure guaranteed bargains before closing.
Rev Henry Sweets of Louisville Ky will speak at the Sunday Y M C A boys meeting on What Is The Christian The talk aims to spur attendance and invite friends to hear the Presbyterian church leader. The Bible class for older high school boys meets at 11 oclock with Mr Forbes at the Y M C A for Life Problems of High School Boys study Jeremiah W Jenks course.
Washington March 4 The executive committee of the American Federation of Labor met in session all day and did not attend President Harding's inauguration in Washington.
Secretary of the Treasury Andrew W. Mellon, 65, noted financier and one of the era’s wealthiest men, is identified with numerous charitable organizations and is tied to his Pittsburgh birth.
Crowds gathered as Warren G. Harding took office in Washington marking the first opening of the White House grounds in four years. The new president conferred with his cabinet in an inaugural routine, opened the White House grounds to visitors, and began assembling unfinished business from the prior administration. Virginia and Ohio lead among states for presidential nativity with eight and seven natives respectively. The era marks Harding as the first newspaper publisher to become U.S. president.
One submarine was floated this afternoon by a Coast Guard cutter at New Ledford Massachusetts while another remained stranded off Fishers Island tonight. Officials expect it to be floated before morning.
The late Champ Clark will lie in state at the Bowling Green courthouse from Monday until funeral services. Mayor W J Smith announced the arrangements as local American Legion members form the guard of honor for the prominent figure.
The YMCA hosts a mixed bill of games featuring Christian College versus Social Circle Athletic Club in a German club match. The Preps face the club in a lively contest as both rosters seek a decisive win. Fireworks open the evening at 7 o clock for a lively basketball showcase.
Secretary of War John W Weeks aged about 60, noted banker and broker, farmer, and former member of the house and senate, is a candidate for the 1916 presidential nomination. Born in Lancaster, New Hampshire.
The National Association of Railway Executives votes to abolish its floor committee claiming its work is done and further maintenance invites uniform settlement of labor matters. It seeks decentralization of labor relations and withdraws from national boards of adjustment as a step toward restoring normal freight rates.
The Marshall Netlan production Dinty starring Wesley Barry drew large crowds in Athens yesterday and today. A special matinee attracted nearly a thousand children, with adults filling seats for the evening show. The program included a Matt and Je comedy and a Vitagraph short, all praised as top quality.
Fire department responded to a Dwelling on Franklin Street to extinguish a roof blaze. Officials believe the fire started from a defective nail or similar flaw. Only sight damage reported. flames were brought under control quickly.
Brief biographical sketch of Warren Gamaliel Harding detailing birth in Blooming Grove Ohio in 1865, early career in Marion newspaper business since 1884, marriage in 1891, Ohio senate 1899 1905, lieutenant governorship 1906, political rise including 1910 governor bid, U S Senate election 1914 and presidency in 1921.
Washington report notes Woodrow Wilson, retired president, stepping from public life as crowds greet him at his New York home. He declines a formal speech, smiles through the day, and jokes about retirement while his voice falters at the end of a taxing day. Wilson avoids attending the Coolidge inauguration due to infirmities.
In Val Paraiso Indiana on March 4 the coroner's inquest found the Michigan Central engineer and fireman responsible for the Sunday night wreck at the New York Central Michigan Central intersection. They were charged with involuntary manslaughter for thirty seven deaths.
Funeral services were conducted for Mrs. La Stone Bailey who died at her daughter’s residence. Rev. Walter Anthony and Rev. B. J. Cartledge led the service at the home, with interment at Stone family cemetery near Center, Georgia. She was widow of Samuel Bailey and survived by daughter Mrs. A Puckety and son John B. Tailsi, plus several Stone brothers in Georgia and Texas.
A meeting held at the M C Ay Friday night organized an Employed Boys Brotherhood for boys ages employed in the city. Abe Nix as leader Toy Dean president Clyde Anderson vice president Warner Jones secretary Edward Hightower treasurer. The group aims to be a Christian organization and aid employed boys of Athens.
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