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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 28, 1922

Page

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Gunman Turns Gun on Self as He Flees in NY

In New York a fugitive described as Joseph Botensky killed himself after a chase by detectives and bystanders failed to stop him. The spree left three men dead and one severely wounded, with victims linked to a fashionably dressed young woman luring them. Authorities identified Botensky by naturalization papers found on him.

New York Joseph Botensky Inerowd Poder Trians 116Th Street 7Th Avenue Brooklyn Talen Ey Henry Stearn 110Th Street Stearn Madison Street John Guifer Guifer

Unsure Exam Details For De se Beau Atlanta Radio

Fragmentary notice from a commerce department describing an April 1922 examination at 10 A M for individuals seeking licenses. The text mentions applicants should contact a department to confirm location and examination room details. The readable bits imply a licensing exam process in Atlanta with dates and times.

Radio I Ter Hs Department of Fommerce Wil Ot Inte. Ga Iivel Iain

Hotel Men Meet And Say Times Are Good

Hotel executives from Savannah Augusta Atlanta Columbus and St Augustine join a bere association committee for a meeting this afternoon. They note improved business conditions over the past month and discuss a summer gathering likely in Florida.

Savannah Bere Men's Association Son Oe Augusta Savammah Atlanta Columbus Oyer Ihe Aed St. Augustine Jacanual Chattanooga Floridia

Spring Festival Sees Record Crowds In Athens

Reports from all sections indicate a record crowd for Athens on Thursday as the Spring Festival brings Aeroplane Rights stunts and mid-air shows plus concerts. Cash premiums await shoppers from merchants offering premiums tied to ticket stubs and car owners registering at licensed centers for premium chances.

Athens Ford Dodge Asianobi Athos

College Debaters Meet At Simpson Then Come South

Indianola Iowa Simpson College hosts a national Pi Kappa Delta convention with debaters from Maine to California. The event runs March 28 29 and 30 featuring intercollegiate oratory and cross country team tilts en route to the convention. Participants include representatives from Heidelberg Park College Wil Ozman and other colleges as they travel through Kentucky Missouri and Virginia.

Indianola Iowa Simpson College Maine California Pi Kappa Delta Pi Kappa Delta Natorial South California Enford State South Mason Dixon Line Dixie Land Kentucky Land Missouri Virginia Nsc Wofford College Spartanburg Charles F. Nesbitt Kansas Ehultitt College Manhattan Edison Faher St Hleldeibehs University Perutin Ohio Clemens N Cole De‘bates Heidelberg Simpson

Police arrest Connor Smith in moonshine seizure near Sanford field

Police captured Connor Smith and seized seven hundred twenty pints of corn whisky hidden in a Ford car. Officers traced the illicit cargo to Greene County and took the driver and vehicle into custody near Sanford field. Smith faces police court Tuesday before possible transfer to state and federal courts.

Conner Smith Sanford’ Field Greene Watkinsville Athens Wier Nelms Brittain Lumpkin Street Milledge Avenue Andi Dowipkin Street Trexisvens Sanford Field Smith C Hall H. W. Beusse

Bulldogs Meet Today in Augusta Club Series

Local Bulldogs prepare for a pair of nonleague games against the Augusta club squad. The teams draw large crowds as they aim to sharpen form ahead of the season through a midweek clash in Athens and a follow up in nearby Savannah, with emphasis on solid defense and team cohesion.

Athens Monsta Augusta Club Athens Ode City Savannah

Government Moves to Dismiss Sherman Case Against Posters

Washington reports the government moved in the Supreme Court on Monday to dismiss a case brought under the Sherman Antitrust Act against the Associated Posters, in a ruling reflecting the court's handling of antitrust disputes.

Washington Supreme Court Sherman Antitrust Lawa Associated Government Bad‘ Genet Feashett Srs Ald

Six Year Old Smile Returns After Multiple Surgeries

Dorothy, a six year old girl, survived being electrocuted when a live wire struck her. Since last June she endured sixteen ether sleeps and forty six skin grafts at a hospital. She celebrated a birthday with six candles while friends gathered and twenty people donated skin to aid her recovery.

Dorothy

G O P Leaders Plan District Meeting in Georgia

Republicans in the Eighth district convene at the Georgian hotel in the city Tuesday at 1 0 0 o clock with Hon J L Phillips of Atlanta as state central committee chair and Mrs Betsy Edwards of Indiana as national committee member. An informal gathering precedes a larger meeting to organize the party and discuss leadership, with Mrs Tilson noted as the first woman to chair a major party office in Georgia.

Georgian Hotel Clack J. L. Phillips Atlanta State Central Committee Mra. W. Reer Central Committee Reed Betsy Z. Edwards Indiana J. C. Rolinson Secre’ Ie Elberton Tilson Demic Georgia Teah Norepubli' Pen Party Ste Intercen Bil Miss Edwards Republican Party Coun

Uncle Guilty After Stabbing In Court Case

In open court a man named Uncle stabbed his nephew and was found guilty. The judge set a sentence of three to five years. The Cofields, accused of robbing two tile houses last October, were also in court.

Werman Cate Burmon I. Ae Saene

Athens Gains Noted Praise From Birmingham Lawyer

Hon. Henry Howse of Birmingham praises Athens improvements over the past decade during a recent city visit. He lauds local progress and endorses ongoing growth tied to the University and state agricultural college, calling Athens a promising site for development.

Athens Henry Howse Birmingham Bernt Tate College of Agriculthe Pep

Two Seek Suspicious Robbers After Bank Heist

In Birmingham Alabama two men sought by police for a bank robbery were arrested in New Orleans. One claimed the name Roy Dickerson. Investigators connect the case to a Girard, Alabama robbery and are pursuing further identification and charges.

Birmingham Ala Roy Dickerson Girard Orleans

Athens Nears 10000 Jewish Relief Fund Goal

Athens campaign leaders report the drive within two thousand dollars of a ten thousand dollar quota for Jewish relief. Chairman M G Michaels says no further canvass, but expects additional voluntary gifts from unvisited donors to meet the full target for starving Russian children. Subscriptions should be mailed to Col M G Michaels, Athens district.

Athens M. G. Michaels Staed Russia Flesee M. G. Michael

New National Farm Loan Association Chartered for Athens

Congressman Charles H. Brand of Georgia announces official notice from A. F. Lever chairing the Federal Farm Loan Board confirming the chartering of a new national farm loan association for Athens and Clarke County with loans approved to total 25 000. The board vows to use every power to aid Georgia farmers and backs Brand's amendment to permit farmers to borrow for non agricultural debts, boosting the act’s usefulness.

Washinton Charles H. Brand Georgia A. F. Lever Federal Farm Loan Board National Farm Loan Association Athens Clarke County Brand Lever Federal Board Charles 8. Lobdell Joan Lobdell Judge Brand War Finance ‘Corporation Federal Farm Joan Board

Student Injured In Auto Smash Near Don Street

A Sunday night collision on Don Street left a student with minor injuries. Police say the car driven by C. B. Brockington struck another vehicle that was stationary. witnesses testified Brockington moved the car after the impact.

Uneery Waa Ict C. B. Brockington Mille Don Street Mission

Barrow County Holds Big Rally at New Court House

In Winder Georgia Barrow County gathered to celebrate its new courthouse and promote local prosperity. About 1800 to 2000 attendees heard brief talks from business and civic leaders as farmers and townspeople shared ideas for mutual support and community growth amid heavy rain.

Barrow County New Court House Winder Georgia C. B Mott Ea Fe

Cub's Zeb Terry Out With Fractured Wrist for Months

Chicago shortstop Zeb Terry will miss the season's early games due to a fractured wrist suffered in Flack High anes Sunday. Max Welder remains at home in St. Louis with a broken wrist and is sidelined for about two months.

Chicago Zeb Terry Cub Flack High Anes Max Welder St. Louis

Ford Offer Ruled Key in Gorgas Plant Sale Debate

Congressional committee heard debate over disposing of the Gorgas gas plant in Alabama. Engstrum urged revising Ford’s bid to exclude the plant, while some members favored other options. The panel noted interlocking interests and differences on best disposal method as Ford’s offer remained pivotal.

Gorgas Alabama Congressional Committee Ford

Arrest Report Says Another Suspect Held

A brief note reports another arrest tied to a party linked to a foggy morning incident. The action is noted without additional specifics and directs readers to page eight for fuller details.

Athens Prepares Largest B Y P U Convention Ever In June

The Athens Baptist Young People's Union plans to host the state convention this June in the city. The East Athens union hosted a bimonthly meeting with eight city unions in attendance to discuss local arrangements and program details. Officers were elected and committees formed to manage publicity, hospitality, transportation, program content, and miscellaneous tasks for the event.

Baptist Young People's Union East Athens East Athens Union Mary W. D. McCombs W.W

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