Earthquake Felt Throughout City After Tremor
A distinct quake was felt across the city yesterday with readings reported along ridges and in buildings on slight elevations, causing alarm and shaking structures.
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Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1914
Page
1
Earthquake Felt Across Georgia and Athens
A brief quake struck Athens and cities across Georgia just after 4 pm, with tremors reported from Madison to Covington and Rome. No damage was noted though residents felt a distinct shock lasting seconds to minutes and some households reported shaken dishes and rattling windows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Mutual
Holman
Milledge Avenue
Madison
Union Point
Greensboro
Lexington
Social Circle
Covington
Lawrenceville
Cumming
Knoxville
Rome
Rosa Smith to perform two piano exhibitions at Crystal Theater
Miss Rosa Smith, Athens and the Souths renowned musician, appears at the Crystal Theater today with two piano exhibitions. One show is at 4 45 PM this afternoon and another at 8 45 PM tonight. The ad notes additional vest pictures and local business listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rosa Pringh. Smith
Rosa Smith
Athens
South
Crystal Theater
Adv
George Stuart Fails to Arrive at Athens Bible Conference
Rev. George Stuart from Knoxville failed to appear at the First Methodist church event in Athens booked by the Atlanta committee. The substitute Rev. John L. Gerdine delivered a well received address on the Bible in the National and Personal life and projected future civilizations influenced by Bible teachings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Church
George. Stuart
Knoxville
Tenn
Sam Jones
Atlanta
Campbell Morgan
Mr. Jarrell
John L. Gerdine
Gerdine
Orient
The
East
Seward
Mediterranean Sea
Atlantic
Pacific
Nippon
Burglary at Dorsey Clothing Store Sees Heavy Loss
Morning discovery at E H Dorsey clothing house on Clayton Street reveals back door pried open and front door unused. Burglar took suitcases and fine suits valued at 275 to 300 dollars along with Stetson and Dunlap hats. theft occurred after 10 o'clock Wednesday night as staff secured premises. Police work on multiple crews to catch suspects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. Dorsey
Clayton Street
Maxwell
Pottery Plant Sold to Contractor After Bankruptcy
The Athens Pottery Company plant and its notes were sold by receiver G. E. Williams. Contractor C. S. Smith bought the plant and materials for 16 225 dollars and the notes for 425 dollars. Future plans for the company will be announced in a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Pottery Company
G. E. Williams
C. S. Smith
Helen Gardner Stars in Cleopatra at Elite Theater Today
Helen Gardner appears as Cleopatra in a refined production at Elite Theater praised for dramatic power and cultural appeal. The article extols her rhythmic beauty and intellect, noting elaborate costumes and authentic Egyptian gowns and jewels, with emphasis on sophistication over vulgarity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Gardner
Cleopatra
Elite Theater
Ceopatra
Bernhardt
Miss Gardner
Egypt
Suffrage Debate Delays Final Senate Vote on Woman Rights
Washington March 5 The Senate debated woman suffrage but did not reach a final vote on the constitutional amendment. Senator Vardaman of Mississippi opposed the measure saying women would not vote against unfit citizens, while the quorum blocked action on the amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Vardaman
Mississippi
Affidavits Surface in Frank Murder Case in Atlanta
Affidavits by Mrs. Ethel M. Millen and Maier Lofkoff were released by Leo M. Frank defense attorneys in Atlanta. Millen places Frank at Whitehall and Alabama at 1 10 PM the day Mary Phagan was killed. Lofkoff claims to have been with her but did not know Frank. A prosecution witness testified he helped carry the girl’s body to a basement around 1 PM on that day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Atlanta
Ethel M. Millen
Maier Lofkoff
Léo M.frank
Mary Phagan
Frank
Mr Bob at Altioria Society Next Monday Night
The Altioria Society of the State Normal will present Mr Bob on Monday night March 9 at 7:30. The show promises to charm and amuse with a cast of talented girls portraying maid Patty Aunt Becky Philip and Mr Brown in humorous entanglements while Jenkins the dignified butler adds a refined touch to the comedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Altioria Society
The
State Normal
Bob
1Aictoria
Patty
Becky
Philip
Brown
Jenkins
Siege Proclaimed in Rio Janeiro Area Amid Tense Climate
Brazilian authorities declared a state of siege in Rio Janeiro Nietery and Petropolis to last until March 1 as a preventive measure against potential unrest amid circulating reports of a revolution. Also mentions fresh cakes from Fresh Cakes Stone's and fruit specials at Williamson's, Arnold & Abney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Rio Janeiro
Brazil
Nietery
Petropolis
Stone's
Williamson's
President Wilson seeks repeal of Panama Canal tolls exemption
Washington reports President Wilson urged Congress to repeal the Panama Canal act tolls exemption for coastwise shipping. He argued the exemption violates the Hay-Pauncefote treaty and supports the administration's foreign policy. The galleries filled as Mrs Wilson stayed home recovering from a fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Wilson
Congress
United States
White House
Panama
Ellis guilty Chicago man who killed his wife
A Chicago man was found guilty of killing his wife immediately after a ball game. The verdict concludes a violent case tied to a domestic incident and follows a high profile trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ball
Fifteen Year Sentence for Wife Murder in Chicago Hotel
William Cheney Ellis was found guilty of murdering his wife in a Chicago hotel after a ninth wedding anniversary dinner. The court set a fifteen year term in the state penitentiary and Ellis claimed temporary insanity, saying he was driven to mania by the knowledge his wife loved Canadian merchant Fred G. Cauldwell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
William Cheney Ellis
State Penitentiary
Ellis
Fred G. Cauldwell
No Court Yesterday and Short Session Anticipated
There was no sitting of the city court yesterday as cases set were not ready for trial. A short session is expected between now and the May term with the date to be announced later. Also includes local grocer notices and fruit availability at O’Farrell Cash Grocery and Arnold & Abney.
Georgia Picks Joe Bean to Coach Baseball This Season
The University of Georgia names Joe Bean of Atlanta as baseball coach for the current season, replacing Aleck Cunningham who will focus on football. Bean’s diverse career includes leadership at Marist College and a history of strong team success in minor and major leagues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Bean
University OF Georgia
Aleck Cunningham
Bean
Barrow
Cunningham
Athletic Board
Atlanta
Jacksonville
Georgia
Ayma
Augusta
Maine
Newport
R. L
Brooklyn
Rochester
N. Y
New York
Providence
R. I. Bean
Jersey City
Marist College
Atlanta Athletic Association
Southern
Andi Ance
eGorgia
Also Mentioned on This Page
Anderson
8. C
Arnold & Abney
East Broad Street
Tae 1A
PRP
Eeything
Weipreatreinvaan Grocery Co
George Stuart
John J. Gerdine
Col. Goethals
Goethals
Panama Canal
Civic Forum of
Carnegie ‘Hall
John W. Garrett
Argentina
Romulo
Noon
Legation
Buenos Ayres
Shively
Gar
Phagan
Whelliamsoun’s
Swift
O'Farrell’s Cash Grocery _ Company
Seige
Indian River
Williamson’s
O'Farrell Cash Grocery Company
O’farrell's Cash Grocery Company
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