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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1914

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Tension in Mexican War Situation Grows in May

Associated Press reports high tension in Mexico with possible Vera Cruz reinforcement under consideration. Cabinet debates risks to mediation, while the U S replies deny aggression. German ships reportedly head to Puerto Mexico with arms for Huerta, and calls rise for National Guard mobilization for border work.

Associated Press Washington, D. C War Department Vera Cruz Garrison Huerta United States Bryan Puerto Mexico Funston Justice Lamar United States Supreme Court Mayor Baker Cleveland Navy Department

Emergent Lodge of Athens Masons Meet for Hicks Funeral

An emergent meeting of Mount Vernon Lodge No. 22 F A M is held at the Max Joseph building on Saturday at 3 PM to pay last respects and attend the funeral of deceased brother F W Hicks. Interment in Oconee Cemetery. All qualified Master Masons invited. By order L N Betts W M MO G Quinn Secretary.

Mount Vergon Lodge No Max Joseph F. W. Hicks Oconee Cemetery L. N. Betts W. M. MO. G. Quinn

Thaw Case Goes to Supreme Court for Final Adjudication

Concord New Hampshire May 8 The Thaw habeas corpus case moves to the United States Supreme Court after New York state attorneys filed exceptions to Judge Aldrich s decision allowing Thaws plea The sheriff keeps Thaw in custody pending a final ruling

Associated Press Concord N. H Harry Thaw United States Supreme Court Thaw

Mothers Day Observed in Athens with Proclamation

A governor proclamation sets aside Mothers Day for May 10 in Athens. Hundreds of men wear the white flower, symbol of the day, with many students away from home. The first Methodist Sunday school will observe with a 10 30 program and invites parents and friends. Other schools are expected to mark the day similarly tomorrow.

Athens

Last Day To See The Hawthorn Minstrel Maids At Majestic

Today marks the final performance of the Hawthorn Minstrel Maids at the Majestic theater. The company has pleased audiences with clean clever and wholesome entertainment this week. Both afternoon matinee and two evening shows conclude the engagement with a full program change.

Hawthorn Majestice Theater Hawthorns The Majestic

Green Bell Peppers and Fresh Produce Display

Local market offers green bell peppers red ripe tomatoes crisp cucumbers and fine headed lettuce. Arnold and Abney advertise with phone 1076.

Arnold & Abney

Postponement Likely in Frank Death Verdict Appeal

Atlanta May 8 The motion to annul Leo M Frank's death verdict for Mary Phagan's murder likely will be postponed as Solicitor General Dorsey says the state needs time to prepare pleas. The move argues Frank was absent from the courtroom when the jury reported.

Associated Press Atlanta Leo M. Frank Mary Phagan Dorsey Frank Hill

Mine Workers Condemn Rockefeller Jr Across Nations

The United Mine Workers International Executive Board adjourned in Indianapolis after a session from Monday and issued a statement opposing a general strike at this time. They noted conditions of miners in Ohio West Virginia and Colorado and voiced support for Colorado strikers while condemning John D Rockefeller Jr.

Associated Press Indianapolis Ind International Executive Board United Mine Workers of America Ohio West Virginia Colorado John D. Rockefeller, Jr

Called Meeting of the United Commercial Travelers

A called meeting of the local council of the United Commercial Travelers will be held this evening at the lodge room at the usual hour. Several candidates seek to receive the degrees and a full attendance is desired.

the United Commercial Travelers

Georgia and Tech open fierce series in 4 to 1 victory

Georgia defeated Georgia Tech 4 to 1 in the opening game of a four game set to determine the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association pennant. The crowd exceeded 3,500 with Georgia supporters dominating the stands as Hitchcock pitched a standout game amid brilliant fielding and aggressive baserunning from both teams.

Charles E. Martin Tech Yellowjackets Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association Grant Field Sanford Mead Hitchcock Georgia Tech Athens Red Black Auto Rall Ginn Henderson Burr Clements Hill

Fire destroys Birmingham Railway offices. two dead

Two men are known dead after a fire at the Birmingham Railway Light and Power Co offices in Birmingham. One man seriously burned, two women seen at upper windows. origin unknown and losses estimated at 150000 to 200000 dollars. Firemen fear others may be dead in the ruins.

Associated Press Birmingham Ala Birmingham Railway, Light and Power Co

Methodist Divisions Stirring Debate at Southern Conference

Proposals aimed at changing language urging cooperation with the colored Methodist Episcopal Church sparked heated discussion at the Methodists South general conference. The session adjourned with debate unresolved as of nightfall.

Methodist Union Oklahoma City Colored Methodist Episcopal Church In America General Conference The Methodist Episcopal Church South

Holland Cafe Promises Prompt Dinner Service Today

The Holland Cafe on Clayton Street offers extra staff for today to ensure quick dining. Dinner starts at eleven thirty with the best meals offered for fifty cents so customers can reach the game on time.

Holland Cafe Clayton St

Clarke County Primary Election Set for Today in Clarke

Clarke county votes today at the new county court house on Washington Street. Polls open 7 to 5 in some districts and 8 to 3 in others as 1,950 registered voters select sheriff, clerk, treasurer, surveyor, coroner and county commissioners amid a busy election day and local festivities.

New Court House Washington Street 216Th Militia District County Court House W. E. Jackson E. J. Crawford E. I.smith B. H. Bar Tow J. M. Hodgson R. L. Bramblett J. L. McLeroy H. H. Linton Walter A. Mallory J. H. Dorsey Keeley Greer Weatherly McIntyre State of Georgia Clarke G. M C. F. Crossley J. P G. H. Palmer John Bird Carlisle Cobb J. P. Louis Camak F. K. Freeman C. A. Vanderlieth E. E. Bishop A. T. Conway James C. Mell J. M. McCurdy P. J. Smith 217Th District G. M. W. A. Phillips J. A. Suddeth F. D. Tuck H. F. Pittard G. M. DeWitt Daniel J. T. Brown E. W. Jackson G. M. L. J. Hemerick W. W. Duncan Howard Mullin

Mallory Announces Candidacy for Clarke County Collector

Walter A. Mallory declares his candidacy for Clarke County collector and asks voters for support. He notes the election date shifts to the 9th and urges voting in the morning due to the Georgia Tech game.

Ito Clarke County Georgia Tech Walter A. Mallory

Georgia Tech defeats Tech in Sanford Field opener

Large crowd at Sanford Field watches Georgia and Tech deliver a solid game. Both pitchers perform well with few errors as Georgia records seven hits and Tech four. Stone's Store advertised deliveries and fresh vegetables during the day.

Georgia Tech Sanford Field Stone's Ball Park

Lure of New York shows grim city life at Elite Theater

The Roland feature The Lure of New York comes to Elite Theater next Monday. It follows a young girl who travels to the city to pay a mortgage and encounters dangers in the criminal underworld but remains unstained. The film presents New York’s streets opium dens gangsters mansions and concludes with noble rescue.

Roland New York

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