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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1921

Page

6

Walton County Singing Convention to Meet in Monroe

The Walton County Singing convention plans a fifth Sunday gathering in Monroe on May with visitors from throughout the region. Local committees arrange reception entertainment and a basket dinner, aiming for a full day program from morning songs to an afternoon session and officer elections for the next year.

Walton County Singing Convention Monroe Walton County Ciry Aaire Court House Square J. “J. Nunnally C. L. Barrett Serge A. Garrett W.B. Stark Phillip D. Brikeoe Alonzo ©. Kelly Otto Preston G. W. Fel Ker Jéhn E. Wright D. B. Aycock Oyene Entertainment John EB. Wright Green H . Langston J. J. Nuvnally John M. Nowell Dilford M Walker W. H. Ford H. Jenkins P. Hester Ben Hammond John Medlin Paul Paschal John T. Aycock J. L. McGarrety G. H. Langston P. D. Briscoe D. B. Taunius Josiah Blasingems Monroe Choirs Chick Hester Doster Launius J. W. Arnold Mason Willams John J. Medlin Robison George Hatcher

Mothers Back Fess Amendment Promotes Home Economics

The piece argues for the Fess Home Economics amendment H.R.21 in the 67th Congress. It contends increased federal funding will expand public classes to teach girls homemaking, benefiting girlhood and future womanhood. It praises practical life skills in feeding, attire, budgeting, and planning, noting career paths for those who marry or not.

Simeon D. Fess Ohio Committee On Education House

iCrosses Continent in Car Mid Winter

E S Fuller and family drove a six cylinder Cleveland from Foxboro Massachusetts to Los Angeles California in mid winter 1920. Starting November 18 the journey faced heavy rains snow storms and long sections of mud and gravel. The car endured through Illinois Kansas and deserts and finally reached sunny California after about 3940 miles. The trip highlighted the Cleveland’s rugged performance and the need for a reliable vehicle on a coast to coast winter crossing.

California New England E.S. Fuller Townsend Street Los Angeles Cal Foxboro Mass Puller Ithaca N. Y Bedford Fuller Ilinois Emporia Kanho Czy Cleveland Arizona New Mexico

French aviatrix leads New York flight venture

The noted aviatrix Jean Herveaux has joined the aviation scene in New York, being titled a captain in the field and hailed as a pioneering female pilot. The advertisement notes a price of sixty cents at Palmer & Son and similar outlets, reflecting a general press reach for the era.

Palmer & Son Jean Herveaux Aviatrix Petiterrestral New York

Local Athens firms list at 440 Frame Avenue

Fragmentary OCR notes list contracting and building firms in Athens including Palsto Theater and American State Bank. Mentions Barrow County Court House and Berlin mates with address 268 W Hentock Ave. unclear dates or actions.

Tor Huilding Athena Palsto Theater American State Bank Athens Barrow County’ Court House Berlin Mates Ee Bifte W. Hentock Ave

Train Schedules Fragment on Atlanta Routes

Fragmentary timetable shows travel times and connections among Atlanta Norfolk Richmond Birmingham Washington New York and Abbeville routes. Listed times include 2:04 pm 6:00 pm 2:24 pm 3:16 pm and 8:00 am 11:47 pm with several cross routes in a damaged OCR page.

Atlanta Monron Apa Norfolk-Richmond Atlanta-Abbeville Loé Birmingham-Atlanta Washington-New York Norfolk-Wilmington

Northern Man Gives Tech Fund Hundred Thousand

Atlanta reporters relay a telegram from Ivy L. Lee announcing a $150,000 cash gift toward the Georgia Tech endowment, contingent on $500,000 more being raised from other sources. Victor Allen notes the campaign is just beginning with substantial subscriptions from individuals and several companies, including Georgia Railway and Power and others across the South.

Rou Oy Atlanta Itd Wickes Wattholdt Greater Georgia Toach Ivy L. Lee New York Northern Committee Tech Fund Greater Georgia Tech Fund Georgia Georgia School of Technology Victor Allen Tech Georgia Railway and Power Company Barrett & Company Merry Bros Augusta Logan-Pochahontas Coal Company West Virginia Atlantic Ice

Mrs Werner Describes Lydia E. Pinkham Remedy Help

Mrs Werner explains how Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound eased her back pains and nervous spells. She reports improved health after taking the tonic and credits it with restoring her strength and vitality. She advises other women to try the remedy for similar symptoms.

Mrs. Werner Lydia

National Campaign Shows Nationwide Push for Tech Camp

From the National Showcase Campant of Columbus a broad list of industrial supporters is promised. Mr Allen reports no formal campaign setup yet but direc tors will act soon. Governors and state leaders send messages of encouragement as the effort gains traction across states.

Columbus Allen Tech Cam Dorgey Lesia Coura Sovemier A Co. Preis Minnesota Ermor Warren T. McCray Rhode

U S Marshall Met Pay For Violators

Savannah Ga May 23 A M Kea former deputy United States Marshal charged with taking money from H P Howard and W Ol ton alleged prohibition law violators was convicted court today. His cited motive and manner remain unclear in the brief report.

Savannah A. M. Kea United States Marshall H. P. Howard W. Ol Ton

Unclear weather forecast fragment for Georgia and states

Fragmented weather notes mention continued warmth and rising temperatures with occasional showers. Locations referenced include Athens and Central Valley with inconsistent OCR text hindering clear forecast details.

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