Brighter Prospects Seen for Athens Union Depot
Chamber of Commerce backs push for a new depot as Southern Railway official H O C Ackert visits Athens to inspect existing depots. The move follows prior talks with road officials and a property option near Seaboard depot. Local leaders urge coordinated effort to attract Southern Railway and potential new depots.
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Southern Railroad
Chamber of Commerce
Seaboard Air Line
Southern
Chamber of
Mt Vernon Lodge 22 Masonic Meeting Notice
Masonic notice for Mt Vernon lodge No. 22 F and A M states regular communication at Masonic Temple to Troy Beatty Worshipful Master and George T Murrell Secretary.
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Mt. Vernon
Masonic Temple
Troy Beatty
W. M. Geo
T. Murrell
Sec’y
Trustees to Meet on University Expansion Plans
The trustees of the University of Georgia will hold an important meeting Saturday in Athens. A primary topic is expanding the campus and the disposition of the University farm, with a likely exchange of the old farm for the new property recently purchased to aid the fundraising drive for extra land near the existing campus.
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University of Georgia
Atlanta
Vo Largesd
Mires
Move to new building for voting precinct delays
A partially crowded post office area delays the move to a new voting precinct building. Officials hope occupancy by December pending federal court actions. The relocation faces hazy conditions as workers prepare the site and awaiting completion.
Tonight's Bill Presents Nell Gwynne and More
An evening program features The Turn of the Dice and Nell Gwynne performed by a strong cast including Benn Gordon McDowell and the Hawthorne Sisters. The company touts its fine features and popular prices, with audiences voicing high satisfaction at the shows.
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Hawthorne Sisters
Nell Gwynne
Cotton receipts at The Point rise past fifty thousand bales
Athens season totals show cotton receipts exceeding 50 000 bales with system wide figures for stock on hand at Sept 1 shipments and receipts by wagon and railroad for the season 1904 05 Local spinners and cargo details are provided by the Athens merchants and the Athens Electric Railway announces a new rule barring baggage on cars and waiving liability for violations by passengers Also notice an offer for pine lumber by Dr EB Kenimer of Bishop Ga and a company executive note dated Nov 8 1905
Hearst to contest mayoral race amid fraud claims
New York returns show McClellan ahead by a narrow margin, prompting Hearst to demand a full recount. District Attorney Jerome pledges a probe into alleged polling fraud by Tammany as supporters insist Hearst won. Coler, Municipal Ownership League leader, asserts Hearst’s 10,000 vote victory and vows persistence for justice.
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New York
Geo. B. McCleallin
Willis Re
Hearst
Greer
McClellan
Democrats Likely Win Ohio State Ticket In Landmark Convention
The Ohio state convention signals a Democratic sweep with John M. Pattison set to be elected governor. Precinct returns and county figures suggest a safe Democratic plurality across the ticket, while Hamilton County supports a solid Democratic delegation. Republican leadership remains hopeful but retreats as results favor the Democrats.
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Coliantus
Ohio
John M. Pattison
Vravelock
Garbur Cluims
Pattison
Honor Roll at the Institute Reflects October Averages
The October honor roll lists seniors Eleanor Young Miriam Pope and Willie Scott with top marks in Latin English and elective courses. Juniors Roberta Slade and Katie Dearing lead in English, with several others named in Latin and literature. Also noted are academic awards Ida Comer Rosa Rogers Edith Brightwell and others, along with an Athens Optical Co. ad for eye care.
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Hues Cobb Insth
Eleanor Young
Miriam Pope
Denver Express Melodrama Captivates City Theatres
Hollen Bros. stage melodrama The Denver Express receives first local presentation at the theatre. Holden Bros. present a strong production with elaborate scenery and a mix of action comedy and dramatic situations. The plot contrasts Apache attacks and emigrant peril with the Garvey family’s life among San Francisco society, ending with victory and touching moments.
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San Francisco
Garvey
Mayne Moves 10 Athens Resident to 25 Finley Street
Mr. George S. Mayne of Oconee county has moved to Athens to establish himself in business. He will decide on his exact venture soon and is described as a hustling, enterprising man who will be a splendid citizen. The community gives him a hearty welcome.
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Hoc. Ackert
The
Southern Railway Company
Transportation Department
Southern
Ackert
Athens
George S. Mayne
Oconee County
Finley Street
Mayne
City Council Meeting To Hear Key Matters This Afternoon
This afternoon the regular monthly city council meeting will be held to settle a number of important matters before the council.
Addresses Delivered by Prominent Georgia Delegates
The Georgia Christian churches state convention nears its close with sessions featuring O A Moore of Stateline urging systematic liberality for state missions. Delegates discuss care for weaker churches, preacher pay, stronger organization, and Bible school value, with evening talks by T Corey and Mrs C W Erd, ending with committee reports and adjournment.
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State Convention of the Christian Churches of Georgia
O. A. Moore
Stateline
J. F. Lambert
College Park
J. A. Brindle
Mellonville
A. B. Wade
Statesboro
Sandersville
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Crescent Comedy Company
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Co. D. Flanigen
M'g'r
EB. H. Kenimer
Bishop, Ga
W. R. Hearst
Jerome
McClel
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William T. Jerome
Tammany
Bird S. Coler
Borough of
Brooklyn
Municipal Ownership League
Coler
Hex
Slearst
Tammany Mall
Tamming
Herrie
Dick and Kilmer Dover
National Commit
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Hamilton County
Institute
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Louise Lamar
Christine Cole
Bessie Wilson
Nate May Arnold
Mildred Mell
Lucy Bryan
Roberta Slade
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Hilda Ausland
Litin
Nelly Cheney
Annie BR. Dorsey
Rosa Rogers
Ida Comer
Edith Brightwell
Josie Boswell
Fannie Neal Anderson
Neil Choate
Ruth Jackson
Athens Optical Co
Opera House
Holden Bros
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All Strong
B.L. Adams
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William Edwin Ilall
Christ In Endeavor
T. Corey
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Cincinnati
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