23 Mar 1922
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1922
Page
1
In early reports farmer Wise notes cotton planting methods and weevil impact, while Morgan Gaulding of Oglethorpe County discusses business and town growth. White reports wheat progress in Oconee with rust risk and drought concerns shaping plans.
Two isolated Kentucky Hill mine camps run by Henry Ford show unusually strong schooling. Each site houses about 97 pupils with paid teachers and a superintendent. Ford funds salaries for three months yearly, while regular state terms cover nine months.
The House approved a provision in the army appropriation bill to cut the regular army strength to 115000 by July and debated returning troops from China Hawaii the Panama Canal Zone and the Rhine with Weeks already ordering Rhine withdrawal. Radical navy reductions may shift fleet from Atlantic to Pacific and require efficient wartime training.
In Washington the Senate opened a final ratification push on the four power Pacific treaty with speeches from La Follette and Walsh opposing and Pomerene supporting. Leaders worried a Wednesday vote on reservations or amendments might not occur as the period of unlimited debate ends and a Friday roll call looms.
The United Confederate Veterans establish its headquarters in Washington City for the first time in the organization history. General Julian S. Carr, commander in chief, issues the order assigning Clarence J. Owens, first commander of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, to run the office.
In spring thoughts turn to gardening as Luther Burbank, famed agronomist, shares his lifelong study of plants. He has written 12 gardening articles for The Banner on growing vegetables and flowers with the first story printed today.
Washington reports the American army in Germany remains under a cost basis to be paid for by allies. Notes delivered to Belgium Britain France Italy and Japan argue the claim is fully justified and tied to the armistice agreement. Ratification status of the Versailles treaty is said not to affect American rights.
Earth tremors were recorded by a Selamograph at St Louis University on Wednesday and felt in Missouri Illinois Kentucky and Tennessee. In Hickman Kentucky buildings shook but no damage was reported. In Troy Tennessee a distinct quake was felt in the afternoon and again at night. A note on safekeeping cautions burning newspaper in a chimney base to start a fire.
Dr Campbell Morgan preached at First Methodist Church on the third in a series meditating on Be ye perfect as your Father in heaven. He argued Christs ethical demand complements the evangel and that love enables meeting the standard, citing Zacchaeus and Paul's Titus reference. The Wednesday session at the Christian church drew a capacity audience as Morgan explored the cross, offence, and three attitudes toward it using Galatians 6 11 and related verses.
Mrs. ae ney Small of Toronto city council and Mrs. Maud Wood Park head a drive to establish League branches across Canada. She will represent Canada at the Pan America Conference of Women in Washington on April 28 and at the league’s convention. Her aunt is Mrs. Bartlett of New York.
Columbus Ga April convention of Chero Cola Bottlers concludes as 200+ bottlers from the Southeast and 40 plants from Ohio Indiana Pennsylvania Virginia and West Virginia depart enthused about the coming season. A syrup distributing plant will be established in Richmond Virginia amid festive activities.
Prohibition officers under W. in charge of the Georgia district clashed with alleged moonshiners in Emanuel county late Wednesday. Barwick an alleged moonshiner was killed and Newberry a raiding team member was shot three times but expected to recover.
Washington reports business activity gradually approaching normal after a period of disruption. Officials note improvements across sectors as consumer demand stabilizes and supply chains resume typical function.
Clarke county superior court's April term lists 63 divorce cases ripe for trial. Most are filed by negroes with 46 uncontested. Officials say this is the smallest filing in years, reflecting improving economic conditions. Ten cases seek alimony, a smaller share than prior terms.
Miss Elsie Smith aged 19 and Alphonse E Beyer aged 22 were found dead in a room in Paterson New Jersey on Wednesday. Authorities report Beyer shot Miss Smith and then himself. Beyer is not expected to recover.
Washington reports Republican leaders confident the soldiers' bonus bill will pass the House under a suspension of the rules on Thursday. Democrats vow a strong fight though most expect a two thirds vote in favor. The rules committee approved the suspension plan, and debate hours were set to begin with leverage aimed at gaining support.
County farms in Augusta Georgia are to be nitrate.
The Lumpkin Street Work club will meet Friday at noon with Mrs. Wills Burson. The session is planned for 4 o'clock.
A merchant signs praise for the Banner-Herald's advertising reach and reader response. The note hints at future sales opportunities and public offerings announced in the Banner-Herald, urging customers to watch for upcoming notices and promotions.
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