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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1921

Page

14

Seniors Visit Gainesville Schools on Today

On Wednesday morning May 5 the entire senior class of the State Normal School will leave Athens to tour Gainesville studying the school system. The rally will include Prof H D Meyer Prof D J Harnest Prof H B Ritchie and Miss Laura Elder. The party visits Gainesville High School then tours by auto with Supt J A Merchon and high school students. They will see Riverside Chattahoochee Park Drenau and New Holland. The group will be entertained by Miss Katherine Dozier and the New Holland faculty. Lime will be served in the commodious recreation hall after which the New Holland schools will be visited.

State Normal School Athens Sc Ore Jill Gainesville H. D. Meyer D. J. Harnest H. B. Ritchie Amd Laura Elder Gainesville J. A. Merchon Riverside Chattahoochie Park Drenau New Holland Katherine Dozier

Presbyterians Back Unity Campaign Cooperation

St Louis May 24 The Southern Presbyterian assembly voted to cooperate with the federal council of churches unity drive and to contribute a fair share of the $300000 council expense fund. It declined to endorse national disestablishment, urging the council handle that matter itself.

St. Louis Church Unity Campaign Federal Council of the Churches of Christ Amero Southern Presbyterian Church Movement For National Council Bodiey

Menace to Citrus Orchards Found in New Orleans

The discovery in New Orleans of camphor on an insect pest once confined to Asia was called a "dire menace" to citrus orchards. Washington reports the department warned of the risk unless the pest is checked, and New Orleans authorities began active steps to counter the threat.

New Orleans Associated Press Washington, D.C Asia Department of Said

Grand Lodge Directory Names Key Officials Across States

The directory lists Grand Master Rob J. Smith of Commerce and Deputy Grand Master J. Wil er of Savannah along with Grand Wardens J. A. Perry in water capital Atlanta and other high ranks. It notes Grand Secretary T. H. Robertson of Gainesville, Grand Treasurer J. E. Bodenhamer of Decatur, and multiple Grand Representatives including W. A. Slaton of Washington and T. Henry of Lavonia. Names like Fy Rauschen burg, Thirlwell, AL D. Beas of Austisa, Paul Lo Lindnay of Tucker, and M. J. Daniell of Griffin appear among the officers, with D. L. Nichols of Atlanta listed as Grand Herald.

Rob J. Smith Commerce J. 8. Wiler Savannah J. A. Perry Wate Capitol Atlanta T. H. Robertson Gainesville Gram J. E. Bodenhamer Decatur W. A. Slaton Washington TU. Henry Lavonia Fy Rauschenburg Thirlwell AL D. Bea

Children May Party A Great Success In Athens

Hundreds of Athens children gathered on the High school campus to enjoy games and patriotic exercises honoring Henry Woodfin Grady. They presented flowers to his old home and were entertained at the Normal school with folk songs and dinners. The event, organized by Mrs. George A. Mell, aimed to teach about uniting the North and South after war.

Athens Georgia Henry Woodfin Grady Normal School State Normal School Grady North Morris Band George A. Mell

Rickenbacker Lands in Redwood City Flight to Capital

Captain Eddie Rickenbacker, former American ace, arrived in Redwood City near San Francisco as he completes the second leg of his flight toward Washington. The veteran aviator's stop marks a milestone in the cross country journey amid celebratory attention from local crowds.

San Francisco Calif Eddie Rickenbacker Redwood City Here Wash

President Zayas Now at Read of Government Cuba

Havana May 24 Dr Alfredo Zayas the new president of Cuba is a 60 year old author and lawyer educated at the University of Havana He played a leading role in the independence movement was jailed in 1806 later released and entered active politics He founded the Patriotic Committee served in constitutional and liberal parties and helped shape island laws He has announced plans to seek a modification of the Cuba United States commercial treaty and favors expanding trade. total U S Cuba commerce stood at 41515 million in 1917 with American imports 18988 million and Cuban sugar tobacco exports 22527 million

Havana Cuba Alfredo Zayas Cub University of Revolutionary Party Spain Africa Estrada Palma Zayay Revolutionary Committee Palma Zayats Hed Academy of History Sociedad Economics Zayas United States Argentina Chile Brazil Mexico

Mayflower Now In Chesapeake Bay

The presidential yacht Mayflower with the President and Mrs. Harding aboard, returning from New York, was reported late tonight proceeding up the Chesapeake Bay to Washington.

Washington, D. C Harding New York Chesapeake Bay Washington

Grand Lodge Sessions Open For Pilgrim Knights in Athens

Pilgrim Knights of Orient, Pharaoh Palace Atlanta, Mizra Palace Macon, and Cairo Palace Columbus gather for Grand Lodge sessions. Parades, band concerts, and a large march plan mark the event with Athens hosting activities and a session at the Georgian Hotel.

Pharoah Palace Atlanta Columbus Mycon Georgian Hotel Mizra Palace Macon Pilgrim Boys Grand Lodge Ile Washington Street Clayton Clayton Street College Avenue Broad Street Thomas Street Washington Pilgrim Knights Pilgrim Knights of Oriente E. A. Gaubhan Orients Hey Pharaoh Palace Cairo Palace Pharsah

Rural Carriers Meet at Winterville Decoration Day

The annual meeting of the R. F. D. carriers of the eighth district will be held at Winterville on May 30 Decoration day. Capt C. W. Parker of Elberton will deliver an address after which an old time barbecue will be served. All R. F. D. carriers and post masters are invited to the meeting.

Eighth District Winterville C. W. Parker Elberton

Tennessee Will Join Pacific Fleet Soon

The Navy Department announced Tennessee, the battleship recently completed all final fittings and accepted by the department, will leave to join the Pacific Fleet. It was indicated the ship will operate from California and head toward the Pacific theater.

Washington, D. C Tennessee Navy Department California Pasig

Atwood Urges Peace at Grady Memorial

Kansas City jurist John P. Atwood spoke at the Grady birth anniversary memorial in Atlanta on May 24 urging America to seek world peace. Governors and mayors sent wreaths and Georgia societies contributed floral offerings, while the ceremony included his address prayers and military honors. Melville J. Stone of the Associated Press attended from out of town.

Atlanta America John P. Atwood Kansas City Henry W. Grady Iduny Georgia Alwood Melville J. Stone Associated Press

Diplomas Presented to Athens High School Graduates

Seventy two boys and girls at Athens High School received diplomas in a packed University Octagon. The crowd overflowed the pavilion, with many turned away. The program featured the High School band, orchestra, a poem by Esther Bush, and remarks by Mr M G Michael. Dr John Mell delivered the diplomas and the school song closed the 1920 21 session.

Athens Athens High School University Octagon J. 5 Seredy Courage Thomas Pitzgerald ‘Green, Jr Esther Bush Lage M. G. Michael F—Rubinstein John D. Mell Celens Michiel

Carnival Thursday Show Promoted by D A R in Athens

The D A R sponsored carnival Thursday promises a guaranteed show with vaudeville acts, dancing, songs, and other features. The museum will display relics and belles and beaus, and a fortune teller will read the future, offering a lively evening with a country store and refreshments.

Athens

Regetak Assembly Names Long List Of Officers

In a historic roll call the Regetak Assembly announces its officers and clerical leadership. Nan Singletary of Thomasville is named Prevident while Mrs. Gausale Trippe of Atlanta serves as View Piresident. Other posts include Warden Mrs. 8. H. Edge, Stereury Mrs. M. C. Strickland, and Treasurer Miss Ivle Henderson of Savannah. Chaplin Mrs. Marlon Wood-Mure of Augusta, alongside numerous guardians and guards, complete the roster with Alma Lumpkin of Columbus as Inside Guardian.

Nan Singletary Thomasville View Piresident Gausale Trippe Atlanta H. Edge Amer Stereury M. C. Strickland Sonduetor Annie Lent Inside Guardia Mra C, 8 Collink, Mavon Onteide Guardian Misa Alma Lumpkin Colunbus

Duty changes sought to take effect on tariff bill

Washington May 248 A meeting of the house republicans was called for June 1 to consider the Longworth resolution authorizing the ways and means committee to make import duties in the permanent tariff bill effective immediately upon its introduction. Longworth argued the tariff must not be delayed to avoid floods of foreign products. democrats were expected to oppose the measure.

Warhington D. C House Longworth Ways and Means

Ulster Seething Over Elections Votes Counted

Belfast reports intense public reaction as vote counting for the new parliament begins after a polarized election. Police monitored incidents across Protestant and Catholic areas while the pro unionist outcome dominates. Counting starts Wednesday morning.

Ulster

Alonzo Gordon Dudley of Athens Rotary Leader Profile

Alonzo Gordon Dudley is described as a prominent Athens manufacturer and public spirited citizen. A native of Athens, he arrived about 30 years ago and built a highly successful career through hard work and dedication. His ventures include the Climax Milla product line and the large capacity Manufacturing Company, reflecting his influence in local industry and community initiatives.

Alonzo Gordon Dudley Athens J Manufacturing, Co

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