Athens Visitor Recounts Far North Georgia Then and Now
Larry Gantt relates the visit of George W. Damm and wife Ethel Wister of SJ to Athens. Damm, a former Augusta clerk and railroad man, recalls old neighborhoods, the Pioneer fire company, and reconstructi on era riots. He notes growth, vanished springs, and hopes to revive Helicon and nearby mineral waters with development plans.
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George W. Damm
Athens
Port S.J
Ethel Wister
Pwamm
Avinia
Morgan County
Damm Po Vecos
Ath
Augusta
Cohen
Georgia
College Avenue
Claylomm
Meism
George Mim
Athena
Actiatt
Colons
G. Talmadge
Christy
Damm
Damm Waas
Samburg
von Stutler
Roers
Amoig
Camm
Timm
Hodgson
Secret US British pact debate shocks Senate
The Senate heatedly debated an alleged unwritten US Britain pact from the arms conference. Cravath denied remarks cited by Borah, while Lodge Underwood refuted the claim and warned against publicizing such statements. Hurst warned he would oppose any alliance with a "pagan yellow power."
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Hurst
New York
Paul OD. Cravath
Senate
Gerah
United Sates
Great Britain
Pacific
Washington
United States
Penge Ear Siggyaang
Paul D. Cravath
Underwood
Borah
Cravath
Elihu Root
Arizona
Bonus Soldiers Bill Faces House Debate This Week
Washington leaders failed to gain Monday approval for the compromise soldiers bonus, but vow to press the measure this week. Speaker Gillett blocked suspending the rules on Monday, signaling a special rule is needed. Mondell and others met with the President to map out timing and procedure as they seek to advance the bill Thursday if possible. The President declined to endorse procedural steps, saying legislative responsibility rests with Congress while wanting to see cash provisions clearer before any recommendation.
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Washington
Gillett
House
Representative Mondell
Wyoming
White House
Capitol
Fordney
Mdodell
Congress
Mineral water wealth and city upbuilding urged
The passage argues mineral water would bring new wealth and aid city development but notes waters lose their properties when abipped and must be drunk directly from the spring.
Postoffice Bill For 623 Million Passes Senate
Washington reports the Senate approved the postoffice appropriation bill totaling 623 million dollars after a heated vote. The measure includes 63 million dollars more than the House version, with 50 million earmarked for federal highway aid. It restores New York pneumatic mail tubes and funds the New York to San Francisco airmail program.
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Washington
Senate
Postoffice
House
New York
San Francisco
Georgia Glee Club Announces a Trip Itinerary
The Georgia Glee Club plans twelve road engagements ending with a Little Commencement festival in Athens on April 28. The trip starts April 10 from Athens with shows in Gainesville and eleven other towns including Tac ran, Tifton, Valdosta, Waycross, Brunswick, Savannah, and Augusta. The company totals 45 members with a 21 member Glee Club and a 19 to 21 member Instrumental Club plus an eleven piece orchestra and seven piece jazz band.
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Georgia Glee
Athens
Gainesville
Ag. Follo
Tac
Tifton
Augusta
Glee Club
State
Trimming a Taffeta Frock With Ribbon Velvet Bands
The article notes clever trimming for a new taffeta gown using graduated bands of ribbon velvet. The widest band sits at the skirt hem while the narrowest is applied last, with as many as twelve bands sometimes used.
Two Women Fight Over Same Man in Cleveland Court
In Cleveland a drama unfolds as Rose McFarland and Bessie McFarland, both legally married to Russell McFarland, contend in common pleas court over the fate of the husband. Rose seeks to set aside McFarland’s divorce decree. he is in Washington ill with influenza, while Bessie claims lawful marriage and unborn child rights.
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Senate
Cleveand
Manuel Levine
Common Pleas
Solomon
Russell McFarland
Washington
Rose McFarland
Bessie McFarland
McFarland
Rose
Detroit
Bessie
Levine
Hosa
Benate
Aaffir
Return of Rhine Troops Ordered by July First
Secretary Weeks directs all American troops on the Rhine to return to the United States by July 1 with the entire force withdrawn by year’s end. The plan continues earlier policies for Rhine withdrawal and omits any linkage to Congress or Germany’s payment for troops. A separate case notes Bond Department officers Charlet A Clavenger and A C Wamsley facing grand jury action on alleged Liberty Bond fraud.
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Rhine
U.S
Washington
United States
Weeks
War Department
Department
Germany
Rhineland
Charlet A Clavenger
Bond Department of the Treasury
A. C. Wamsley
Charlottesville
Virginia
Secret Service
Lavenger
Tomatoes Leftovers Turned Into Quick Sauce
A guide suggests repurposing leftover tomatoes by adding a light white sauce and onion, then using the mix to top casseroles, patties, fish, ham burgers, or mock chops for a simple finish.
Miss Grace Allen Voices Friendship Talk at YWCA
Grace Allen of the University of Georgia delivered an inspiring talk on friendship to the High School Club of Girl Reserves at the new YWCA offices adjoining the cafeteria. The meeting drew a good turnout and emphasized friendship values.
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Miss Allen
YWCA
Grace Allen
University of Georgia
Girl Reserves
Treaties at Core of Harding Era Campaign Plans
Republican leaders guiding the 1920 congressional campaign met with President Harding to discuss Washington conference treaties now before the Senate. Attendees included John T. Adams Senator Lodge Curtis McCormick and others who argued the treaties represent Harding administration achievements and could be used as an election issue focusing on world peace and settlement of the Pacific.
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Washington
Republican
John T. Adams
Republican National Committee
Harding
Senate
Adams
Lodge
Curtis
Kansas
McCormick
Illinois
Marked Increase in Building Activity in U S Contracts
Washington report shows construction stimulus with 27 states in the Northeast posting December contracts at 101 million dollars and January and February at 75 million each. Department of Commerce notes these months are typically slow, yet totals compare with a 1921 monthly average of 73 million dollars.
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Washington
Department of Commerce
Department
Celery Tops Guide Flavoring Use in Soups
Celery tops, saved and dried, make excellent flavoring for soups. The greens add aroma and subtle sweetness, while dried tops intensify broth as a base. Store in a cool, dry place to preserve fragrance and extend shelf life for future meals.
Premier Lloyd George to Seek Confidence Vote Next Week
London reports indicate Prime Minister Lloyd George will return to London to seek a vote of confidence in the House of Commons. While Welsh dispatches suggest he may resign, most London press remains doubtful of that outcome.
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London
Associated Press
Wales
Lloyd George
House of Commons
Evening Star
Dodge 10 Faces Trial Today For Auto Escapade
Detroit man John Duval Dodge, heir to a fortune, leaves jail with $8 after a five day sentence for speeding. He must appear in Kalamazoo court Tuesday on charges of reckless driving and violating liquor laws tied to a midnight joy ride during which a passenger was seriously injured.
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Detroit
John Duval Dodge
Detroit House of Correction
Dodge
M. P.o'connor
Kalamazoo
Funeral of Dr. O L Deadwyler Held in Carlton
Funeral services for Dr. O L Deadwyler of Carlton will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Carlton, with the Masonics ceremony at the grave. Interment follows in Fork cemetery. Deadwyler died after injuries from a Saturday night automobile accident near Athens. He was taken to a local hospital but died en route. the body was returned to Carlton for burial. Surviving are the widow, three sons and a daughter.
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O. L. Deadwyler
Carlton
Athens
Fork Cemetery
Eliminating Hems Insertion Stitch Line Cut Centers Hemming
A method to remove traditional hems from garments by stitching a machine hem line along the insertion area and cutting along the center. This creates a lighter appearance, avoiding side hems on additions such as baby dresses.
Fire in Goldsboro causes heavy damage and injuries
In Goldsboro North Carolina a Sunday blaze of incendiary origin wrecked the Carolina Warehouse Company complex. The warehouse and stables suffered heavy fire damage with losses estimated between 400000 and 750000 dollars. Two firemen were hurt and one civilian received a deep facial cut from falling brick. Three adjoining houses were briefly engulfed but largely spared.
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Goldsboro
N. C
Carolina Warehouse Company
Carolina Company
Clarke County Farm Bureau Meeting In Courthouse Afternoon
An important Clarke county farm bureau session is set for this afternoon in the courthouse at 2:30. County agent Jones will preside and a representative from the State Department of Agriculture will attend. The gathering will feature discussions on farming topics and program highlights.
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Clarke County Farm Bureau
Jones
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