Banquet Honors Local Athletes At Y M C A
Last night at the Y M C A a formal banquet celebrated the baseball and basketball teams for record performances. Speeches by coaches and officials praised their labor of love in promoting physical supremacy, with humorous burlesques and remarks on team spirit and athletic achievement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Kelly
Robin McWhorter
W. L. Erwin
Lawrence Costa
Howell Peacock
A. ¥. Woods
J. Liddell
Edgeworth Lamkin
Joe O'Farrell
Ross Creekmore
W. T. Rorbes
Association
Messrs
Frank Cheney
James Kelley
Wilson Lanier
W. Brown
C. O. Heidler
W. T. Forbes
C. C Martin
Lee Bradberry
Robert McWhorter
Pat Lamkin
Carl Zirbes
Dick Goodwyn
W L. Erwin
Julian Erwin
A. Y. Woods
Clarence Rawson
Dave Johnson
Julie Liddell
Abe Link
Malcolm Vonderau
Georgia commissioner of commerce and labor visits city
Hon H. M. Stanley, head of the Georgia department of commerce and labor, is in the city for a day. He arrived from Augusta last night via the Georgia railroad and called on friends. Early in his term funds were scarce, with personal advances used to operate. He aims to collect statistics to inform better future laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Stanley
Georgia Commissioner of Commerce and Labor
Augusta
Georgia Railroad
Stanley
Thalians Prep April Play Devil's Disciple at UDC
The Thalians announce a spring production of Bernard Shaw's Devil's Disciple to be staged by the University Dramatic Club in April. James Lynch takes the leading role, Henry Howard in a major function, and Miss Mary Lyndon will star opposite as the leading lady. The exact date will be announced later.
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Thalians
University Dramatic Club
Bernard Shaw
James Lynch
Henry Howard
Mary Lyndon
Kilpatrick to Lecture on American School Gardens
Mr. Van Evrie Kilpatrick of New York, president of the National School Garden Association, speaks at the Seney Stovall Chapel Thursday night. The civic league and chamber of commerce sponsor the event to boost beautification of Athens area school grounds with slides of gardens and ground conditions in the United States, the Philippines, and Korea. Public invited. attendees may gain information and enjoy the presentation.
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van Evrie Kilpatrick
New York
Seney-Stovall
School Gardens of America
Kilpatrick
National School Garden Association of America
Athens
Civic League
Chamber of Commerce
Philippines
Korea
Civic Club
Fate of Athens Bank Officials Resting in Appellate Court
The fate of Athens Trust and Banking Company officials President J. W. Griffin and Cashier R. H. McCrary now rests with the Georgia state court of appeals. A decision may come within days, likely two weeks. Athens attorneys for the two defendants in Clarke county superior court argued before the appellate court Tuesday after returning from Atlanta.
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J. W. Griffin
R. H. McCrary
Athens Trust and Banking Company
Georgia State Court of Appeals
Athens
Clarke County
Atlanta
Whitlock Weds Emma Wilbanks at First Methodist Parsonage
Mr. E P Whitlock of this city and Mrs Emma Wilbanks of Macon were married last night at the First Methodist parsonage in the minister and his wife presence. After the ceremony the couple left for their home on East Broad Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist
E. P. Whitlock
Emma Wilbanks
Macon
E. Broad Street
Georgia State Optical Association to meet in Athens
The Georgia State Optical Association will hold its annual meeting in Athens on Wednesday April 9. About 125 to 130 opticians optometrists and ophthalmologists from across the country are expected, with local members including J L Pendley R Brandt and Geo P Blanchard. Officers are J H Spratling president C E Folsom first vice president J B Bostwick second vice president W R Wilson secretary and treasurer with an executive committee including C H Kittrell H J Godin J M Schwab and W F E Walker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia State Optical Association
J. L. Pendley
Pendley
Athens
Messrs. R. Brandt
J L. Pendley
Geo. P. Blanchard
Flower Show Today at Electric Shop Clayton St
Today all day the exhibition of bulbs opens at the Electric Shop sales department of the Athens Railway and Electric Company on Clayton Street. The Athens Ladies Garden Club features blooming bulbs with fragrant, tinted flowers on display. Tea and sandwiches will be served as committees greet visitors.
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Athens Ladies’ Garden Club
Athens Railway and Electric Company
Clayton Street
Campbell Morgan May Come to Athens
Rev R E Neighbour hopes to secure Rev G Campbell Morgan for a visit to Athens and a Bible lines address at the new Baptist Tabernacle tent on Childs street. Earlier plans faded, but Neighbour is in Atlanta seeking a chance for Morgan to slip in a Southern engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Neighbour
G. Campbell Morgan
Athens
New Baptist Tabernacle
Childs Street
Neighbour
Atlanta
Morgan
Home Made Peach Jam Put Up In Fruit Jars
Arnold Abney advertises absolutely pure peach jam with just the right flavor. Offers price in dozen lots.
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Arnold & Abney
Meeting at Armory Seeks Clarke Rifles Recruits
Tonight at eight thirty the Clarke Rifles hold a crucial meeting at the Armory. Officials say local support and new recruits are essential to prevent mustering out of the National Guard unit. The state inspector notes equipment is sound but manpower is lacking, with two to three weeks to act before gear is returned and Athens loses its military company.
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Clarke Rifles
Athens
National Guard
Opening of new millinery parlors invites spring shoppers
Handsome millinery shop debuts in a spacious new building with a formal opening planned for March 12 13 14 15. The event features adapted imported models and in house creations, with medium prices and Miss Olie E Trader presenting latest spring designs. Visitors are welcome and urged to call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sprint
Olie E. Trader
Trader
World and a Woman at Colonial Tonight by Lawrence Players
The Lawrence Players present The World and a Woman a society comedy drama tonight and Saturday with a matinee. The company marked by strong Ath ens reception has earned repeated curtain calls and promises a varied bill showing members versatility in new roles. Vegetables include celery cauliflower lettuce tomatoes and Florida cabbage at Williamson's.
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Colonial
Lawrence Players
Athens
Florida
Williamson's
Athens Chamber of Commerce Regular Monthly Meeting
Tomorrow night at 8:30 the Athens chamber of commerce holds its regular monthly meeting. The Banner urges every member and prospective member to attend, noting the importance of participation for business progress.
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Chamber of Commerce
Athens
Athens Delegates Attend Atlanta Bible Conference
A large group of Athenians from several churches attended meetings in Atlanta where notable ministers like Dr. Broughton Dr. Campbell Morgan and Dr. Wedderburn preached. Mrs. B L H Moss stayed at the Piedmont hotel noting sermons while Rev R E Neighbour Rev Shermar England Rev A A Sullivan Rev A J Sears and others attended the conferences in Atlanta.
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Athens
Atlanta
Broughton
Campbell Morgan
Wedderspoon
B. L. H. Moss
Piedmont Hotel
R. E. Neighbour
Tabernacle Baptist Church
Shermar R. England
Young Harris Memorial Methodist Church
A. A. Sullivan
Oconee Street Methodist
A. J. Sears
Winterville Church
Representative from Doherty visits Athens Railway firm
Mr. W. E. S. Winans, representing Henry L. Doherty & Company of New York, who recently acquired the Athens Railway and Electric Company, is in the city for a few days to inspect the firm’s properties and assess operations.
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W. E. S. Winans
Henry L. Doherty & Company
Wall Street
New York
Athens Railway and Electric Company
Mrs Longstreet Visits Athens Post Office Leader
Mrs Helen Dortch Longstreet, Gainesville post master, was a visitor yesterday en route to Augusta for a state postmasters meeting. She stopped to consult with Athens postmaster William Fleming about postmaster affairs and remains prominent for her Georgia Power Co. opposition and a plan to raise funds for defalcation at Sickels.
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Helen Dortch Longstreet
Gainesville
Augusta
Athens
William Fleming
Mason Lodge Communication Invites Brethren
There will be a regular communication of Mount Vernon lodge F and A M this evening at the usual hour. All qualified brethren are invited to be present. W A Capps W M J H Dorsey Sec
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Vernon Lodge
A. M
W. A. Capps
W. M
J. H. Dorsey
Pineapple and Fruit Highlights at Williamson's in Florida
Readable notes from a Florida display showcase Pineapple and oranges described as fine and fresh. Indian River grapefruit also featured alongside. Williamson's listed as the selling venue with emphasis on fruit quality for shoppers.
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Florida
Williamson‘s
Opposition Bond Issue Sparks Citywide Support for Schools
A board of education statement boosts public backing for a $100,000 bond proposal to fund school needs and street improvements. Campaign headquarters report favorable responses from all city sections, arguing bonds advance education and city growth. Voters qualified by 1912 tax payment are urged to support the May 25 elections.
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Board of Education
Lst
General Assembly
Mieldom
House Burned in Barberville Fire Destroys New Home on Strickland Street
A three room house in Barberville on Strickland street owned by M. Vardstein and occupied by a negro family was burned to the ground shortly after midnight. Fire trucks were delayed by bad roads and the building had been standing only a few weeks.
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Barberville
Strickland Street
M. Vardstein
Moving the Old Orr House for Church Lot Work
The contractor is relocating the former Orr residence at Prince Avenue and Pulaski and Dougherty streets in prep for the Christian church project. The old building will be rolled to Strong Street and converted into an apartment house for colored residents.
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Orr
Prince Avenue
Pulaski and
Dougherty Streets
Christian Church
Strong Street
Athens Chamber to seek passenger schedule change
Athens Chamber of Commerce plans to urge Gainesville Midland Railway to extend layover time in Athens for travelers from Jefferson Pendergrass and intermediate stations. The current schedule provides less than two hours for shopping and business, and officials believe the manager will approve a reasonable adjustment without affecting existing connections.
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Athens Chamber of Commerce
Gainesville
Jefferson
Pendergrass
Mr J F Brooks Improves After Surgical Operation
News comes that Mr J F Brooks of D G Anderson & Co real estate is resting easier after a serious surgical operation. Friends hope he will be out of danger in a few days and return to health.
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J. F. Brooks
D. G. Anderson & Co
Conway Vet H. C. Conway Critically Ill
Dr. W. B. Conway returned from Atlanta to report his brother, Mr. H. C. Conway, at Piedmont sanitarium in critical condition. The illness remains very serious with continued concern from family and physicians.
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H. C. Conway
W. B. Conway
Atlanta
Piedmont Sanitarium
Mr. Conway
Razing the Old Speer Home Place
Work began yesterday to tear down the old Speer house at College avenue and Washington street. Timbers will be reused in new houses while the lot is cleared for the James M. Smith business block, whose erection will start as soon as possible.
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Speer
College Avenue
Washington Street
James M. Smith
Bacon and Smith Endorse Stovall For Swiss Post
Washington March 12 Senator Bacon and Senator Smith of Georgia recommend P A Stovall of Savannah Ga to Secretary Bryan for appointment as minister to Switzerland The candidate name has not yet been placed before President Wilson but will be within a few days
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Washington
P. A. Stovall
Savannah
Bacon
Smith
Georgia
Bryan
Switzerland
Wilson
Youngest Georgia grandfather becomes father to first son
P. M. B. Young Davis of Georgia, once the state’s youngest grandfather, is now the father of his first son born Monday night. The baby will likely be named Rowe Fullilove Davis, though friends may nickname him R F D No. 1.
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Mr. Davis
Rowe
Davis
Answers to Want Ad Cost Less Than One Cent Apiece
A Banner customer paid forty cents for a want ad that ran twice in the classified column. He reported receiving forty-one replies over two days, with each answer costing a little under one cent.
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Banner
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Postell’s
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Fox River
Arnold & Phone
Dramatic Club
The
Devil’s Disciple
MR. van Evie Kilpatrick
Williamson’s
Sunshine Cakes
Georgia State Optical, Association
Officers of Association
J. H. Spratling
C. E. Folsom
J. B. Bostwick
W. R. Wilson
Douglas
C.H. Kittrell
Dublin
H. J. Godin
J. M. Schwab
W. FE. Walker
Vidalia
Clayton ST
Magnificent Millinery
Epting
Doherty
Mrs. Longstreet
Mason
City of
Chedule
G. M
Bacon and Smith
Stovall
Foreign Post
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