Last Game for Bob McWhorter in Athens
Bob McWhorter plays his final game in Athens as North Carolina standout halfback will never be seen on local gridiron again.
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Bob M’whorter
Athens
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1913
Page
1
North Carolina Faces Georgia In East Versus South Grid Match
North Carolina arrives in Fay to prepare for a 3 15 pm kickoff against Georgia. The Tar Heels seek an upset as East Coast coaches display eastern styles while Georgia drills with sharp practice in top form. The game marks a final chance to see star halfback McWhorter in action before retirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athena
North Carolina
Sanford Mead
Georgia
Georgia Grid Farewell Game Moves in Athens
Georgia prepares a changed lineup for a farewell home game against North Carolina. Malone remains at guard while Torash fills Henderson’s spot. Boyles shifts to left half, with Smith Logan Thrash Turner Malone Conyers Kmperriere Fowell Paddock McWuferter and Boyles listed for opening. Admission is $1 with seats sold at Poss Place and Costa’s. game time is 3 15 PM with Wahoo as referee Dana as umpire Henderson of GMA as lead linesman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Athens
Ars
Cunningham
Tar Heels
Malone
Tack
Torash
Henderson
Boyles
Jeft
Smith
Logan
Thrash
Turner
Wahoo
Dana
Bell's Specials for Today at Arnold & Abney
Local notice lists Bell's specials including Silver Lont Lard Buckets 5 pounds 70c 10 pounds 1.40 Sack Sugar 1.25 Salmon 3 for 25c Quaker Oats 3 for 25c Sweet Potatoes 2% peck Rest Flour and eggs prices. Baney Lettuce Celery Cauliflower. Phone 118. Arnold & Abney.
Mr Holder to Speak on Site of First Ether Operation
Mr Holder is billed to address an audience at the site of the first ether operation. The talk will recount early surgical breakthroughs and highlight progress in anesthesia and medical science.
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MR. Holder
FIRST
Two Candidates Enter Race for Commissioner Post
Claude Tuck and Joseph M Hodgson announced as contenders for the commissioner race. Hodgson has held public office, while Tuck has never served in an official position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Tuck
Jos. M. Hodgson
Hodgson
Missioner
Tuck
Citizens announce bids for Clarke County road board
Claude Tuck and Joseph M. Hodgson announce candidacies for county commissioner seats on Clarke County’s new board of roads and avenues. Tuck describes the post as honorary and pledges conscientious service. Hodgson, a longtime city businessman and former county official, seeks voter support ahead of the December election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New
Board of Commissioners of Roads and Avenues
Clarke
Claude Tuck
Baygner
Tuck
Claiz
Prires- Mienders
Hodgson
Joseph M. Hodgson
Cty
First Painless Operation Credited to Dr Crawford Long
In Jackson County a current magazine recounts the discovery of anesthesia and credits Boston dentist Dr Morton while noting Dr Crawford Long of Georgia as originator. The State Normal hosts a birthday celebration for Long with Hon. John Holder delivering the address in Athens.
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Jackson
Long
Mc +Clare
Boston
Morton
Crawford Long
Georgia
Athens
State Normal
Normal School
John Holder
Jefferson, Ga
Opening chorus event at Normal School dinner guests noted
The article describes an event at the Normal School with the opening chorus from G Fauet and The Watch on the Rhine. Guests include Hon John Holder Mrs Holder Miss Holder and the faculty and four daughters of Dr Long. A 6 pm dinner is planned with specified seating and a post dinner reception in Winnie Davis parlors before the chapel address. President Pound will be away at a Nashville congress delivering an address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saree
G. Fauet
Rhine
Holder
Sell
L. G. Hardman
Pound
Branson
Wardlaw
W. B. Hardman
Gests
Long
Winnie Davis
Nashville
Tenn
Randolph Denicke’s Beauty Maids Impress Tonight
Randolph Denicke’s company closed today with a strong house for Prince of Prince ton and a string of positive tunes including Million Dollar Doll and Kentucky Days. Next week Warner’s Features and Fox and Rogers Musical Comedy Co. presentFeature week. Watch for Isle of Nowhere and more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randolph Denicke
Fox and Rogers
Isle of Nowhere
Watch
Candy and Sandwiches at the Game on Sanford Field
Chapter A B of the Emmanuel Guild will sell fresh homemade candies and sandwiches this afternoon at the ball game. Look for the boy with the basket. it contains tasty treats for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Emmanuel Guild
Sanford Field
Violinist Wanted for Crystal Theater Orchestra
Wanted: a good violinist to play in the orchestra at the Crystal Theater. Call between 8:20 and 10 o’clock in the morning for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crystal Theater
Thirst for Gold at The Crystal Today
Felair presents Thirst for Gold a major feature production with magnificent acting and exquisite scenery. The Great Train Robbery a light comedy also plays. New Market at 315 Oconeo offers top meats at low prices and a phone number 741 for orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felair
Oconeo
Judge Newman Affirms Webb Case In Bankruptcy Row
Athens reports confirm Judge W T Newman of the eastern district of Georgia upheld the trustee F C Shackelford against the National Bank of Athens in the Webb bankruptcy dispute. The decision involves about 14 000 and related claims totaling nearly 40 000, with the Webb Crawford Company loan and deed recording at issue. The case may proceed to the U S Supreme Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Athens
Webb
W. T. Newman
North District of Georgia
United States Court
F. C. Shackelford
J. N. Webb
National Bank of Athens
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
Fifth Circuit
Newman
Webb Crawfwrd Company
J. N Webb
Jim] White
Princ
Avenue Home
Webb-Crawford Company
Augusta
Saall
United States Supreme Court
Messrs
Candidates swarm for county commissioner race in Georgia
A flurry of prospective candidates fills political circles as residents name possible contenders for the county commissioner posts. The field appears large with several names discussed and a rush to announce before the December first deadline, signaling a busy campaign period ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Congress of the
Messrs. T. P. Vincent
W. H. Shelton
Thos. I. Todd
J. H. Griffeth
John White Morton
E. A. Lampkin
A. E. Griffith
R. W. Lamkin
J. L. McLeroy
Loop Hole in Judge Roan Fiat Sparks Athens Debate
Athens attorneys discuss a ruling by Judge Roan in the Leo Vrank murder case. Roan overruled a motion for a new trial, a rare act, with appeals likely based on the judge’s statement about the court’s ability to decide guilt. The case cites Gwinnett and Judge Hutchens where an appeal followed a similar remark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Roan
Leo Vrank
Allant
Gwinnett
Hutchens
Mary L Crowe Dead Widow of Local Blind Men
Mrs. Mary L Crowe aged 64 died after a long illness at her home 400 Youndry street Ath ens. She was mother of a blind business man, mother in law of Fred Couch, and survived by two children R Crowe and Mrs Lillie D Couch. Funeral at 1 30 this morning from Country street home with interment at Princeton Factory. Rev. George E Stone to lead services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary L. Crowe
Fred Couch
Youndry Street
Ath
Ens
R. Crowe
Lillie D. Couch
Country Street
Princeton Factory
George E. Stone
Sample Case Man Has a Very Game Hoof
The Banner announces the Fir ing Line feature for traveling men in Athens will be absent tomorrow. Sam Woots, who creates the weekly piece, is partially disabled with a bad foot and unable to collect items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vanne
Samoply
Banner
Athens
Sai Woots
Hope for Recovery Next Week Stated in Update
The report expresses earnest hope that he will be alright again by next week, noting cautious optimism about his condition and recovery timeline.
Baby Higginbotham Dies In City Funeral Held For Infant
The eight month old child of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Higginbotham died Wednesday night at their home in the city and was buried Thursday afternoon at 4 o clock. Rev. A A Sullivan conducted the services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex. Higginbotham
A. A. Sullivan
Dr W L Pickard to Lead Series at First Baptist Athens
Rev W L Pickard D D of Savannah arrives in Athens Tuesday morning to lead a series of meetings at the First Baptist Church. He will preach daily at 10 30 am and 8 pm for several days with a Sunday address to men under Y M C A auspices as part of the winter program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Pickard
D. D
Savannah
South
Athens
Lynch
First Baptist Church
Pickard
University of Georgia
Josssey's Eatables In Poultry For Today
Local notice lists groceries and prices for Josssey's Eatables. Items include large fat fries and hens, geese, turkeys, fresh country eggs, vegetables, canned goods at 3 for 25c, sugar at 1.25 per sack, Octagon soap, lard, and meal. First delivery call 1176 by 8 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Maryland
Georgia
Cotillion and Exhibition Dances Rescheduled to Nov 6
A correction notes the University Dancing Academy exhibition now set for Thursday Nov 6. The event will include a cotillion and exhibition dances, with fruit and produce ads following the notice. Arnold & Abney advertise Malaga and Concord grapes, Indian River oranges, rutabaga turnips, and small head cabbage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University Dancing Academy
Malaga
Concord
Indian River
Arnold & Abney
Judge Strickland Denounces Misleading Report on Carr Case
In Athens 1913 Judge Strickland blames Jefferson coverage for an injustice to B F Carr of Carr Boyd Co Maysville. He notes four presentments but says he neither forged nor absconded and asks Athens Banner and the Constitution to publish this correction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Banner
Jefferson
Dock Carr
Carr-Boyd Company
Maysville
Judge Strickland
Jefferson Court
Carr
B. F. Carr
North Georgia Agricultural College Football Team Promises Wins
The N G A C eleven passed through Daholonega yesterday and this morning on the way to Milledgeville to face Georgia Military College on their field. The mountain players look strong and eager, despite travel fatigue from mountain roads and multiple transfers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Georgia Agricultural College
Dahlonega
Milledgeville
Georgia Military College
Gainesville
Atlanta
Claude Tuck Declares Candidacy for County Commissioner
Athens Georgia October 31 1913 Claude Tuck announces candidacy for County Commissioner as an honorary contender. He says the role requires sacrifice and if elected will devote conscientious and faithful attention to the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Tuck
Athens, Ga
Hodgson Announces Candidacy for County Commissioner
Joseph M. Hodgson declares his bid for a county commissioner seat and seeks votes and support from fellow citizens. The notice also mentions sponsors Arnold & Alney with fresh country eggs and a note that cold storage eggs are not handled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arnold & Abney
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N. Carolina
Fayfoe and
Abernathy
McWhorter
Poss’ Place
Costa's
Costa
Bell
DR. Long
State Normal School
Jackson CO
Majestic
Broadway
Crystal
Circuit Court
Woods
Mary Pa
Rox
Demurrer
Supreme Court
State Court of
ap‘Il
Babe
Fear Grocery Company
DR. Pickard
Jossey’s
MR. Garr
Ment
Arnold & Alney
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