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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1914

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Trustees Meet Today At State College of Agriculture

The State College of Agriculture trustees convene in annual session at the college office of President Soule at 9 a.m. The board includes members Bennett Newton Hughes Hardman Conner Neely McMullan Thrash and officers Conner Reed Soule, with Hardman Newton McMullan as executive committee. They will hear the president’s report and discuss campus progress and planned co operative work with the agriculture department. Soule plans a busy summer visiting agricultural centers and studying rural credit systems.

State College of Agriculture Soule University John W. Bennett Waycross John T. Newton Madison Dudley M. Hughes Danville Ird Experiment Station Board Famartine G. Hardman Commerce James J. Conner Atlanta Robert C. Neely Waynesboro Andrew J. McMullan Hartwell Sth Ee College Messrs L. G. Hardman J. T. Newton Andrew McMullan Thnrtwell Alew Europe Washington City Department of Agriculture

Mrs Pavish at Baldwin Cottage sale offer in city

Mrs Paul Pavishh is visiting for a few days and will sell the Baldwin cottage on Milledge Avenue. The property fronts 250 feet, has a servants’ house and bar, a spring, and a six room house. Bargain price for those interested, call Mrs Pavish at Worsey’s, phone 165.

Court session held in Walton County at Monroe

Judge Brand and Solicitor Gamble preside over a special term of Walton County Superior Court in Monroe during the current week.

Walton Brand Solicitor Gamble Monroe Week Walton Superior Court

Eighth District R F D Carriers Hold Annual Meeting

The annual meeting of the Eighth District R F D carriers will be held in this city next Saturday at Woodmen hall on Clayton street. A fine program is planned with addresses of interest. S. C. Cartledge serves as president and has long served the association guiding improvements. Officers include 8. C. Cartledge president E. H. Agnew Cannon vice president and J. J. Rucker Royston secretary and treasurer. Athens will warmly welcome the carriers and the day promises a pleasant visit for all attendees.

Woodmen Hall Clayton Street S. C. Cartledge Association C. Cartledge E. H. Agnew Cannon

Senior Class Banquet Promises Brilliant Georgia Event

The University of Georgia seniors plan their June 11 banquet with toastmasters and a slate of toasts from William Ledgat Hitchcock James Bennett Conyers Henry Towns Maddux Chauncey Vance Middlebrooks David Knox McKamy Edison Collins Westbrook George Lowndes Harrison LeRoy Michael Casper Ira Funkenstein Russell Hugo Patterson Fred Capers Jordan Joe Stern Myers George Barnes Barrett Charles Baldwin McDan iel Jr. The program features many notable speakers from Athens Atlanta Dalton Gainesville Augusta Monticello and Dallas. Tickets available through June 9.

University of Georgia Robert Jigon McWhorter William Ledgat Hitchcock Dallas James Bennett Conyers Cartersville Henry Towns Maddux Culloden Chauncey Vance Middlebrooks Atlanta David Knox McKamy Dalton Ags Edison Collins Westbrook Gainesville George Lowndes Harrison LeRoy Michael Athens Casper Ira Funkenstein Russell Hugo Patterson Fred Capers Jordan Monticello Joe Stern Myers George Barnes Barrett Augusta Tech Charles Baldwin McDaniel, Jr

Prof Earnest In Demand As Commencement Speaker

Prof D L Earnest of the State Normal School is in demand this week as a commencement speaker. He spoke last night at Buckhead and is set to speak today at Palmetto, with two more dates remaining on this speech tour. He is noted for sharing interesting insights at school gatherings.

D. L. Earnest State Normal School Buckhead Palmetto

Negotiations progress at Niagara Falls mediation talks

Washington reports cabinet optimism after a meeting on May 26 as messages from the Niagara Falls mediation conference suggest a preliminary basis for a peaceful solution to the Mexican question. A signed protocol is imminent though terms remain undisclosed.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Niagara Falls United States Carranza Washington Mexico City Niagara Mexico Justice Lamar Mexican Congress

Free Give Away of Stock at Jay H. Epting Co

The Jay H. Epting Co at 878 Broad Street announces a Thursday morning free distribution of fifty packages containing dresses kimonos waists hats purses and more. The sale aims to attract customers with no purchase required as long as you arrive after 9 o clock on May 28 and receive a free ticket for a package.

Jay H. Epting

Classic Theater Presents Lucile Love and Universal Ike

Today's program features the drama Lucile Love the Girl of Mystery in two reels and the comedy Universal Ike and School Belle with livelystage entertainment.

Universal Ike

Mystery of man killed by Central of Georgia cleared

The body of W. F. Garner, found beside the Central of Georgia Railway near Watkinsville, will be shipped to East Point for funeral arrangements. Eyeing speculation on his past, investigators note heavy drinking, eight beer bottles nearby, and a large wen on his left hand aiding positive identification by East Point authorities.

Central OF Georgia W. F. Garner Central of Georgia Railway Watkinsville East Point Atlanta Eufaula Ala North Carolina Jackson County

Committee Accepts New Court House From Contractors

The committee in charge of the new court house construction virtually accepted the building from the contractors after a meeting. The structure is complete and according to specifications aside from minor items like brass balustrade railing. The committee praised smooth progress and good relations with contractors and commissioners. Remarkably there will be a balance of about 1500 dollars from the bond issue to return to the treasury after site improvements and walks. This mirrors a previous city hall project with leftover funds.

Court House

Canning Club Agents Gather for Georgia Conference

More than fifty canning club agents from numerous counties converge on the State College of Agriculture for a conference with Miss Elizabeth Holt and Mr J Phil Campbell. District agents also meet for instructions while county agents observe hands on canning. Young women's Christian Association provides meals as agents stay near the college. The work is highlighted as one of the finest and most practical parts of the extension program.

Canning Club State College of Agriculture Elizabeth Holt J. Phil Campbell Georgia Farmers’ Clubs Canning Clubs State College Young Women's Christian Association

Roosevelt Recites Nine Hour Washington Day Exertions

President Roosevelt spent a long day in Washington detailing his Brazilian explorations to the National Geographic Society and Smithsonian visitors. He lectured at Convention Hall on a new South American river and challenged cartographers to verify his Madeira river discovery while promising Progressive support for the coming campaign.

Associated Press Washington Theodore Roosevelt Wilson National Geographic Society Smithsonian Institution Arica White House Smithsonian Senator Lodge G. H. Grosvenor The Geographic Society Brazil Laura Muller Roosevelt Madiera

Athens Board Elects Teachers for Public Schools

The Athens board of education elected the full public school staff for the coming year led by Superintendent G G Bond for a three year term. Several resignations were accepted including Marvin B Perry and Paul Anderson, with reassignment to roles in Atlanta and Blakely respectively.

Board of Education City of Athens G. G. Bond Marvin B. Perry Paul Anderson Perry Mell American Book Company Southern Atlanta Anderson Martin Institute Blakely Smoak Kauffman Mary Cumbus Marvey Seagraves Hodges

Marshall speaks in Atlanta on 1916 GOP, Wilson plan, states rights

Vice President Marshall told Agnes Scott college and Georgia Tech students in Atlanta on May 26 that Wilson’s program will pass this session. He expects Roosevelt to seek the presidency in 1916 on a third ticket, and says progressives and Republicans will not unite. He doubts national prohibition will pass, arguing it infringes on states rights.

Associated Press Atlanta Wilson Theodore Roosevelt Marshall Agnes Scott College Georgia School of Technology

Salvia cast announced for University of Georgia commencement play

The first definite cast of characters for Salvia the Thalian play at the University of Georgia has been announced. The melodrama written by Victor Victor of Atlanta features Col. Carter George Julian Hirschberg, Tom Sanderson Louis Pinkussohn, Amy George Mary Lyndon, John Barton Clark Howell Jr Sinclair Durand, and W. T. Jenkins in speaking roles.

Thalian University of Georgia Dramatic Club Victor Victor Atlanta Salvia Col Carter George Julian Hirschberg Dois Sanderson Gertrude Bernstein Tom Sanderson Louis Pinkussohn Amy George Mary Lyndon John Barton Clark Howell, Jr Sinclair Durand Henry Howard Verey TL Jenkins

Prospects of Panama tolls repeal vote slim this week

Washington May 26. Prospects of a vote this week on the Panama tolls exemption repeal grew dim as several senators said they would speak. Adjournment likely Saturday Memorial Day. Senators Jones and Ransdell, opponents, spoke today.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Jones Ransdell

Hearings Postponed for a Week in New Haven Investigation

Washington D C May 26 The Interstate Commerce Commission delayed hearings to allow special examiners to inspect the books of J Pierpont Morgan & Co and the late J Pierpont Morgan papers. The pause follows Charles S Mellen’s claim that his father spoke truthfully. Directors past and present will testify after the resumption.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Interstate Commerce Commission J. Pier Pont Morgan & Co J. Pierpont Morgan New Haven J. P. Morgan Charles S. Mellen

Also Mentioned on This Page

State College of Agriculture Board Messrs. Hardman, Newton and McMullan Earnest Classic Theater E. B. Mell C. E. Barrow College Avenue School A. Patman Oconee Street Baxter Street F. K. Freeman Meigs Street M. L. Wier Nantahala Avenue M. McKie Louie Lane H. D. Williams Williams Marietta Ella Clara McKeller M. Turnbull P. Hilsman E. K. Caldwell J. Bohannon Misses L. Kelly Mary Gerdine S. Teanor E. Woods Marian Verdine E. Palmer G. Woods P. McKinley A. Walden L. Towns R. Maddox K. Harbin L. Powell M. Pope K. McKie R. Anderson M. Lampkin F. Powell S. Kroner M. Steedman E. Bird M. Barwick Panama
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