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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1913

Page

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Diplomas and Licenses Granted by State Normal School

First class to receive teaching licenses with diplomas under Georgia's new system was honored at the State Normal School in Athens. The program listed graduates receiving regular and elective diplomas and one year certificates, and noted the first issuance of licenses by State Board of Education Superintendent Brittain.

State Normal School State Aid of Education State Department of Educ Georgia State Normal Athens Ray Blas—Mendelsshon Ada Jane Nolan Lula Waters Katherine Colley Jessie Redd Henselt Ada Jane Dolan Kathleen Knox Foy Mott Scherzo—Mendelssohn Eunice Tabor Blanch Waiter Eleanor Adams Larks Leeschetizky Susie Tanner Mr. Pound State Board of Education Supt Brittain

State Normal School Buys Farm for Dairy and Trucking

The State Normal School has purchased 180 acres near its holdings by the river two miles from the city center. The farm will supply milk and butter for the dining hall and produce beef, hogs, forage, and vegetables for the institution feeding about eight hundred during nine months. The plan supports expanding dairy operations and self sufficiency at the campus.

The State Normal School

Morton Hodgson Wins Wheat Cup in City Golf Tourney

Morton S. Hodgson defeated James Co. Mell in a close final at the country club links to claim the Wheat Cup, after beating Dr. Rothe W. E. Jackson Prof. R. P. Brooks and Hal H. Linton en route. The cup, left by J. Allen Wheat, becomes the holder after three wins, with future contests planned every six months.

Morton S. Hodgson James Co. Mell Rothe W. E. Jackson R. P. Brooks Hal H. Linton J. Allen Wheat Athens Club Messrs. C. A. Scudder W. O. Payne M. S. Morton

Mitchell Delivers Notable Baccalaureate Address at State Normal

President S C Mitchell of the University of South Carolina spoke in the auditorium before the Eraduling class and many visitors. The address emphasized thoughtful teaching and moral guidance. The senior class exercises followed, rated among the most thoroughly enjoyable of the commencement series.

S.C. Mitchell University of South Carolina Columbia

Board of Survey to Assess State Normal School Needs

Trustees form a board of survey to examine equipment and conditions at the State Normal School. The group will identify essential needs for buildings, teachers, maintenance and repairs, then guide legislative appropriations with a detailed plan. Dr Moncrief preached a Commencement sermon on As a man thinketh in his heart so is he.

Moncrief Barnesville State Normal School

Clarke County Joins National Sunday School Organization

Clarke County yesterday joined the national Sunday School Association as a fully incorporated unit after a conference led by D W Simms Georgia state secretary. Rev Troy Beatty was elected president with John White Morton as vice president and G F Stephenson as secretary treasurer, organizing the county into three districts and naming district presidents.

Newton A. J. Cobb George Burney S. R. Grubb E. J. Bondurant Beatty Georgia Mississippi Elberton Clarke County D. W. Simms Troy Beatty John White Morton G. F. Stephenson Gaul Athens John Bomar Claude Tuck E. P. Clark C. H

Dr Andrew Soule Becomes United States Citizen

Dr. Andrew McNairn Soule, longtime Georgia agricultural educator and president of the Georgia State College of Agriculture, was yesterday granted United States citizenship in a federal court. Born in Canada, Soule pursued naturalization after stints in Missouri Texas Tennessee and Virginia, finally completing Georgia residency and taking the oath as a loyal American citizen with full rights.

Andrew McNairn Soule Georgia State College of Agriculture United States America W.T. Newman Uncle Sam Soule Canada Ile Missouri Texas Tennessee Blacksburg Georgia South

Special Term of Federal Court Called by Judge Newman

Judge W T Newman convened the eastern division of the Northern District of Georgia for a June special term. The session opened with a grand jury. numerous court officers and attorneys attended. Moonshiners were tried with varied outcomes and the court scheduled a June adjourned term starting June 18 to hear civil matters and admit University of Georgia graduates to practice.

Newman Federal Court District of Georgia W. T. Newman Atlanta United States Court H. G. Young T. P. Stanley Moses G. Michael Athens Col. Carter Tate Sam Sapihro University of Georgia

Revival at Oconee Street Church Reaches Fourth Week

The revival at Oconee Street Church has entered its fourth week with daily services continuing. Seventy three new members have joined, including sixty nine by profession of faith and four by letter transfers, as attendance and interest remain high. Strawberry prices noted as 20 cents per quart from Arnold & Abney.

Oconee Street

Divorce Inspires Moral Lesson Drawn From Stage Performance

A capable company presented a strong play to a large audience last night. Miss Murle as Florence won early audience affection, Mrs Beck played Blanch Sterling with confidence, and Miss Patricia Lumley as Sally drew applause. Ben Lumley shows promise as a leading man, Harry Lumley as a comedian shone, while Stuffer and Secard delivered solid performances. Tonight features The Golden Cliff and a matinee of The Runaway Wife.

Miss Murle Florence

Commencement Address Warns Graduates of Power and Responsibility

Dr Memminger urges graduates to recognize the immense influence of each life and to wield it for good. He compares the epochal moment of receipt of diplomas to a force shaping humanity, urging adherence to ideals as they leave the institution for public life. The remarks exhort personal responsibility, moral vision, and persistent pursuit of high ideals.

Frankenstein Earth Israel Deborah Abraham Isaac Jacob

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