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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1921

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Bible Conference Opens at First Methodist Church

Atlanta and Georgia rail strike troubles linger as the Bible conference opens with Dr Campbell Morgan preaching on the Bible’s value for the nation. The article notes the unrest affecting railway operations, mills closing, and farmers fearing fertilizer delays amid wage-reduction debates.

G. Campbell Morgan i Fat Methodist Church Campbell Morgan First Methodist Church Chris Sng Mert Bll Atlanta Birmingham and Atlaatic H. Woodward Birmingham Lineville Ala Manchester Linnville Ashland Tifton

Railroad wage reductions loom as unions warn

The Associated Press reports that the American Federation of Labor and major railroads push wage cuts for most workers. B M Jewell notes widespread reductions may be announced and prepared across the United States, with officials in Pennsylvania lines confirming possible further cuts. Deliberations and official reports are awaited as labor groups hesitate to forecast outcomes.

F. Flomwation American Federation of Labor United States B. M. Jewell Alectrys Pennsylvania Lines Association of Western Railway Jewel Jewell

British Foster Louis Jeniza Lube Market Concern

Government officials announced a concern in foreign freight trade led by RoL McAylar of the Southern Railway. The issue involves trade arrangements affecting the cotton industry dependent on the United States, linked to the broader question of Britain’s cotton supply and independence.

Louis Jenizalube Marketne Ecneeeer Ette Sorat Rol. McAylar Southern Railway

Clerks Union Chief Sees Roads Cutting Wages Over Board

Cincinnati March 9 The clerks union head says a special April congressional session will consider measures to force railroads to follow the labor board. President Fitzgerald asserts railroads in financial distress will reduce wages despite board rulings.

Assoglated Press Cincinnati United States Railway Labor Board Congress Fitzgerald Clerks’ Union

Zangar to Answer Questions at Palace Engagement

A notice invites the public to submit questions on matters of love, wealth, travel, business, and more. Zangar will perform a special fadeing engagement at the Paracer theatre beginning Monday and answer inquiries presented in a sealed box at the Palace.

Bolshevik Leaders Escape Petrograd After Capture

A Times dispatch from Riga reports Bolshevik leaders fled Petrograd by motor car after revolutionaries seized the city. Soviet troops endured heavy losses at Krasnoya Selo and Gatchina while Oranienbaum Forts surrendered as the red army retreated.

Jated Press London Marcel Times Riga Petrograd Nicola Finland Krasnoya Selo Gatchina Krasnoya-Gorko Oranienbaum Red Army

Probable Move Continue Case Against Players

A Chicago grand jury will hear motions Monday in the alleged throwing of games in the American league. Attorney for the prosecution says George Barrett, held by the league, seeks more time to prepare. Judge William E. Dever will not grant a delay beyond one month.

Attorniays George Barrett Desiroa William E. Dever

Henry Ford optimism as U S business improves

Detroit March 9 Henry Ford said the worst of business depressions are over and production is nearly on a pro war pace. American commerce reports continued low mood in Europe except Italy, with signs of improvement in the Far East and little change in South America.

Associated Prées Detroit Mich Henry Ford Washington, D. C Europe Italy Department’ of Commerce Far East

Mystical entertainer Zangar to perform in Athens Palace Theatre

Renowned mystic Zangar arrives in Athens for a week of daily performances at the Palace Theatre starting Monday with matinee options. He will answer questions on love, business, and personal matters and conduct private conferences, with a sealed box in the foyer for question drops to be answered in The Banner.

Zangar Athens Palace Theatre Perret will _ spawerna

Furlow Addresses Macon Industrial Meet

Georgia industrial leader Floyd Furlow, early Georgia Tech graduate, speaks at Macon gathering opened by Mayor G Glenn Toole. Gov. Hugh M. Dorsey to open afternoon, with talks on industrial cooperation and national development. Special Pullman cars bring delegates from Savannah Augusta Atlanta and other cities.

Avery Gorda Caine Troaukevests Furlow Georgia Georgia School of Technology G. Glenn Toole Macon Tye Eetina School of Roabudgsy Sen Hugh M. Dorsey L. Bugs Atlanta Birmingham Atlantic Savannah Augusta Whycross Jesup Rome Gaineaville

Merchants Association Plans For 1921 Work In Atlanta

Atlanta March 9 Plans for the Atlanta Retail Merchants association during 1921 were announced by President Ivan B Allen who returned from trips to Chicago and Miami He said a cabinet style board of directors will be appointed with each director representing a business division and every officer having concrete duties The two vice presidents will be real officers not figureheads and a mid year meeting will discuss the bond campaign and income tax returns

Atlanta Atlanta Retail Merchants’ Association Ivan B. Allen Chicago Miami Allen Assembly of Georgia South

Cornerstone laid for Winterville Methodist church edifice

A large crowd attended the ceremony as the Winterville Methodist church cornerstone was laid at 3 pm. The brick building will seat 500, include a full basement, kitchen, and library space, funded by local subscriptions and donations from long-time church supporters.

New Methodist Church Winterville A x Allen G. P. Venable Athens North Georgia Conference W. M. Colle T. H. Gaines Venable Apor John Debits John R Winter Winter Eikineh Om N. Gaines Athena Hanser Oarch

Insolvency Petition Filed Against Red Diamond Motors in Atlanta

A voluntary bankruptcy petition was filed in the United States district court in Atlanta against Red Diamond Motors Company Inc of Athens Georgia. Watts Scott Beutell Hubbard Bros are among moving creditors. Judge Samuel H Sibley appointed a receiver. Adjudication not until ten-day period expires. Company officials and receiver say stockholders and creditors will be protected in the final adjustment of affairs.

United States District Court Atlanta Red Diamond Motors Company, Inc Athens Watts Scott & Beutell Hubbard Bros Samuel H. Sibley Wy Owlfer An Atlante Ha-Eam’ Tha Silatgroc AOL Otic luvbiItieo Orsits Nui Mexico New York

Huerta Era Official Assassination Reported in Mexico

Fragmentary telegrams report the assassination of a senior Huerta regime official in Mexico. The message mentions Angel Gaxidia as chief clerk in the Interior Department and a crafts chief under former provisional president De La Huerta, with details unclear in the garbled text.

Associated Press L' Pato Tex Mareh Cot Angel Gaxidia Department of the ‘Interior México de la Huerta Ai Iton Nesarbia Gounul

Fowler Appointed Assistant to Attorney General Dougherty

The appointment of James A. to sat as assistant attorney general was announced by Attorney General Dougherty. The move places the Nashville, Tennessee native in a staffed role within the attorney general's office, effective immediately.

Associated Press Attloston D. C Mare James A. Vottville Tenn

Governor Kilby Rules Out Troop Dispatch to Jackson County

Governor Kilby said there is no intention at present to send troops to Jackson County amid ongoing disturbances. He noted the situation requires careful assessment before any military action.

Montgomery Aji Kilby Jackson County

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