Athens Growth Through Banks Farms Cannery Plans
Larry Gantt reports optimism for Athens with two manufacturing enterprises and a new Fidelity Loan and Investment Company on Broad Street led by W. B. Brooks and partners. The bank offers installment loans backed by creditors, aiding workers. Wheat yields improve with rust limited, oats and crops look strong. Secretary Carroll plans a farmers market and curb market. cannery moves north to Athens to stabilize fruit and vegetable supply. Farmers aim to plant vast bean and vegetable crops for August shipment, supported by a refrigerated line and steady cash flow for the city.
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Athens
Forbes
Fidelity Loan and Investment Company
Broad Street
W. B. Brooks
W. L. Hancock
M. H. Tutwyler
W. W. Scott
S. Bernstein
M. P. Jarnigan
J. D. Tribber
Carroll
Chamber of Commerce
Ling
James Camack
Cannery
Berty
Mississippi College to Play Georgia Bulldogs in Benefit Game
Mississippi College will face the Georgia Bulldogs in a single post season benefit game at Athens on Thursday afternoon at 4:30. Prof Sanford announced the arrangement with MCA aiding the University and the Athens crowd can expect a strong showing after a successful season. North Carolina will not play the Bulldogs post season, as its season is closed and one moundsman joined a big league club. This game marks Georgia’s final Sanford Field appearance of the year.
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North Carolina
University
Bulldogs
Missilssippi College
Arens
Sanford
Mississippi
Delta State
Mississippi College
Athens
Mississippi Aggies
Cald
Aggies
Southwestern
Thulsiana State
Tulane
Tar Heels
Charlotte
Georgia
Sanford Field
Welcome to World's Largest Ship Majestic Arrival
NEW YORK The Majestic, 66,000 displacement, the world’s largest ship, sailed from Nantucket and entered harbor to a grand welcome. Three white Star tugs, the John F. Hylan police boat, and a band led the welcome flotilla as officials determined to set a new transatlantic speed record. The Majestic, once the German Bismarck, is expected to exceed 25 knots and possibly reach 29 knots on summer runs, challenging the Mauretania’s Atlantic record.
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New York
Nantucket
Atlantic
White Star
White Star Inc
John F. Hylan
United States Shipping Board
Tus
Mauretania
Majestie
Europe
Majestic
Germany
Bismarck
Hamburg
England
Deparation Commission
Want to Vote on AML Bond Tool in Georgia
A state wide meeting in Moultrie urged the Georgia General Assembly to grant voters the right to decide on the purchase of the A B and A if an auction produces no bidders. The gathering, led by the Association for the State Ownership of the A B and A, featured remarks by Governor Hardwick and Mayor J L Key of Atlanta.
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Moultrie
General Assembly of Georgia
Association For the State Ownership of
Hardwick
J. L. Key
Atlanta
Tohers
Memorial exercises honor Bishop Troy Beatty at Emmanuel Church
In Athens a memorial service honoring late Bishop Troy Beatty was held at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. The observance marked the 25th anniversary of Beatty’s arrival as rector, a period he spent serving the church for nineteen years and forming deep community ties. Speakers included numerous friends and church leaders who read messages from Bishop Mikel and offered reflections on Beatty’s work and character.
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Emmanuel Episcopal Church
Troy Beatty
Nashville
Tenn
Beatty
Athens
Emmanuel Church
H. J. Mikel
A. G
Porter thanks paper for service to churches
Dr. R L Porter sends a formal letter praising the newspaper for publicity and space given to church services. He thanks both the Christian church and older congregations, saying the cause of righteousness has been advanced by the generosity and reporting. He expresses gratitude on behalf of the Christian community.
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Watts
R. L. Porter
Farm produce on dutable list sparks tariff clash in Senate
Idaho Senator Gooding, chair of the Republican agricultural tariff bloc, said in the Senate that any farm product on the duty list would be protected or taxed as needed. He argued the McCumber bill would limit farmer output under Democratic free trade aims and denied closed-door drafting claims.
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Washington
Fordney Tariff
Underwood
Itado
United States
Tariff Block
McCumber
Four Methodist bishops elected at quadrennial conference
Four of the five new bishops of the Methodist Episcopal Church South were named after four ballots at the quadrennial conference. Elected were H. H. Dobbs of Anniston Alabama on the fourth ballot, J. Dickey of Griffin Georgia, W. B. Bi champs Sam, and R. Hay of Beaumont on the second ballot. The fifth ballot was completed later with attendees remaining.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
South
H. H. Dobbs
Anniston
Ala
J. Dickey
Griffin
W. B. Bichamps
Sam
R. Hay
Beaumont
Dobbs
Beauchamp
Dickey
Treasure Loot From Churches Reported Stored in Moscow Storehouse
The Associated Press describes Soviet storehouses in Moscow packed with silver, gold, pearls, and diamonds seized from churches and religious groups to aid famine relief. The five story building allegedly stores vast quantities, with items from provincial churches and a Roman Catholic bishop’s pastoral ring noted as examples. Authorities, led by M. I. Kalinin, reportedly oversee the relief operations while the mass of valuables grows. In a separate note, the text mentions agricultural roles in the Congo.
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Moscow
Associated Press
Sovi
Russia
M. I. Kalenin
Unless Bonds Win, City and County Prosper Failed
Clarke county will lose over 200000 dollars of Federal aid for roads if bonds fail. No new bridge across the Oconee at River Street or paving on Danielsville Road without bonds. County road improvements and city sewer upgrades would stop. school buildings remain unfunded and overcrowded. The high school and general progress depend on voting yes to the bonds.
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Clarke County
Oconee
River Street
Danielsville
Athens
City Kiwanis Meet At Athens High School
The Athens Kiwanis Club held a Tuesday luncheon at Athens High School at two o clock. Miss Sue Virginia and Exum's domestic science class prepared and served the meal, voted best ever. Cadet band music greeted attendees while Olive Quillian entertained, with songs suited to the club.
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Athens High School
Miss Exum
Athens Kiwanis Club
Sue Virginia
Exum
Olive Quillian
Clu
W.K. Meagaw
Sam Ware
Willie Barnett
Mack Howell
E. B. Mell
W. Sanford
Stegeman
Coke Talmadge
Tom Davis
Harold Reynolds
Athens Votes On Five Bond Issues Today
Athens and Clarke County voters decide five bond issues totaling 405 thousand dollars today. Tax rate will not be raised if bonds pass, with clear assurances from Mayor that rates stay steady and funds support teachers and local labor.
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Clarke County
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Progres
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Malayor Th
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Aah
Lucy Cobb
Gro
Brooks
Marie Receives Golden Dress for Belgrade Wedding
BELGRADE Associated Press reports Princess Marie of Romania will wed King Alexander of Jugoslavia on June 1. A dress of pure gold is among her wedding gifts, donated by the peasants. Alexander receives a silver shirt from Serbians in Macedonia woven on a medieval loom. A grand gold crown with diamonds rubies and amethysts from each district of Jugoslavia completes the bridal gifts.
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Belgrade
Associated Press
Marie
Romania
Aexander
Alexander
Jugo-Slavia
Macedonia
Tolbe
Jugo
Slavia
Paraguay Cotton Crop Estimated at 2,205,000 Pounds
Paraguay's cotton crop for the year is officially estimated at 2,205,000 pounds of seed cotton. Trade commissioner Brady reported from Buenos Aires to the commerce department. He noted the area under cultivation has doubled in three years and there is growing interest in the industry.
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Washington
Paraguay
Brady
Buenos Aires
Commerce Department
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