Nine Year Old Girl Walks Twenty Miles to Athens
A nine year old girl walked from Comer to Athens, about twenty miles, through woods at night. Authorities traced her route from Comer across creeks and railroad lines to a hotel in Athens where she was later found by her father. Neighbors joined in the search as officials reported she appeared brave and intelligent, with no clear memory of a man forcing her away.
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Athens
Pales
Marshal Brooks
Woodad
Seraskins
Chindelsville
Seraskius
Comer
South River
Danielsville
The Traitor and Dixon’s The Traitor to Open in City
Thomas Dixon Jr. closes his Reconstruction trilogy with The Traitor, the dramatic sequel to The Clansman. He aims to reveal southern struggles and aspirations, asserting the brains and chivalry of the south can solve its problems. The Traitor premieres next Saturday at the Colonial with matinee and evening shows.
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Thomas Diven, Jr
Clonsmin
Jimax
Fergans
Thomas Dixon, Jr
Poplar
Mr. Tixen
Dixon
The
Colonial
Orpheum Patronage Rises With Weekly Shows
Patrons flock to the Orpheum as nightly crowds grow. Capady Houses last night showcased a new program praised as highly worth the price, with this week’s offerings deemed stronger than last week. No changes to moving pictures. gradual daily changes planned, with vaudeville slots at 4:50 and 7:45 PM, and late show until 10:20 PM.
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Capady
Oiaber
Von
Toycom
Child fears punishment as father delays return home
The article describes a worn out girl who attempted to follow her grandmother to Athens, resisting going back. Her father decided not to whip her upon return and allowed the child to stay a few days with relatives in Athens, noting she seemed overwhelmed but safe.
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Athens
Enlargement planned for federal court building
A plan to enlarge the Federal court building was set in motion after Congress appropriated forty three thousand dollars for enlarging the building and adding to the jury room. Judge Newnan and Congressman Howard met to discuss the project and anticipated swift progress once the architect completes the plans.
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Federal Court
Howard
Commt
Iso
Newnan
Oceas
Cloak bargains entice buyers at Davison-Nicholson Co
Weather warnings aside, Davison-Nicholson Co promotes a skid of cloaks for Misses and ladies, featuring Cravenettes for girls, camel hair and velour cloaks, and chiffon broadcloth coats. Deep discounts emphasize $6.50 to $8.50 items and up to $27.50 for premium styles, urging early purchase before stock moves.
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Davison-Nicholson Co
Davison-Nicholson
Federal court handles revenue cases through day
The Federal court spent the entire day yesterday trying revenue cases and will continue the same class today. The grand jury is not presenting many indictments and will likely complete its work tomorrow. Judge Newman plans to adjourn Friday afternoon until January, when civil cases will be tried.
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Newman
Deestrick Skule Colonial Tonight
The Colonial hosts a novel and enjoyable Deestrick Skule show tonight. Prominent local ladies and gentlemen join the skollars on stage for the Young Men's Christian Association fundraiser. Expected highlights include performances by T. J. Nichols Nat Slaughter Jae Ware Sr Jim Crane Dr Ernest Vanderleith Leroy Suddeth Ed Bancroft Frank Griffeth Col West Mayor Dorsey H R Palmer J J Wilkins Van Deadwyler Walter Forbes Jim Hart D P Hazelton Theodore Elder and many more.
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Deestrick Skule
Ren
Skollars
T. J. Nichols
Nat Slaughter
Jae Ware, Sr
Jim Crane
Ernest Carl Vanderleith
Leroy Suddeth
Ed Bancroft
Frank Griffeth
Col. West
Mayor Dorsey
H. R. Palmer
J. J Wilkins
van Deadwyler
Walter Forbes
Jim Hart
D. P. Hazelton
Theodore Elder
Cotton Receipts Lag Behind Last Season in Athens
Receipts for the present season in Athens trail behind last season due to crop shortages in the area. The report compares Sept 1 to Nov 7 and notes shipments and totals while indicating activity around the Country Life commission visit at the University of Georgia campus. The Roosevelt commission on country life will meet Athens officials and farmers this afternoon with sessions planned for tonight and possibly Thursday morning.
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Commission On Country Life
Dorsey
Athens
Toseason
America
Pres. Roosevelt
Lt. M. Bailey
Cornell
Trenry Wallace
KL. Butterfield
Gifford Winehot
Walter H. Page
Seaboard Depot
Commission
Iesner
Council of
Miss Randle to Perform at Normal School Night
Tomorrow night at the normal school aL Entiter Der herteh presents Miss Randle impersonator Gand reader Will appear in a musical program with Miss Hamlie among the entertainers. Tickets are two dollars for single and three fifty for the double. The audience praised her rendition of Ruth, noting Christian culture and womanly grace.
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Naturot Randle
Gand
Trate Normial
Hamlie
Amd
Coteniomer
Pery
Tise Tives Rey
Cours
Sestsen
B. Son
Eclipse
Lu Sbyterian
The Walking Cake Demonstration At Bailey Supply Co
A cooking demonstration at Bailey Supply Co features a large cake rising under a ten foot board with seven women standing atop it. After a drop and plank removal the cake returns to height and is cut for guests who sample hot coffee. Exhibits promote the Great Majestic Ranges with a free ware set for buyers this week.
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Bailey Supply Co
Quarterly Conference at First Methodist Church This Evening
The fourth quarterly conference for the present conference year will be held at First church tonight, Wednesday, at 8 o'clock. Stewards and church officials should attend as the business year closes. Reports from all church departments and both missionary societies will be presented by their presidents. Everyone is invited.
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First Methodist
Turkeys Fat and Fine at Weatherly and Son
Turkey offerings headline Weatherly and Son with contact by phone 232 for poultry purchases. Local shop promotes selection of fat fowl and fresh birds for upcoming holiday season.
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Weatherly & Son
Sarah Hawkins Dies After Burned Garments Firehouse Tragedy
Sarah Hawkins, a 60 year old African American woman, died yesterday at her Broad Street home after she partially set fire to her clothing. The incident occurred Monday morning when she was alone, and authorities note she had lost her mind.
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Sarah Hawkins
Broad Street
Death of James More at Home On Vine Street
James More died yesterday after a long illness at his home on Vine Street. He was 63 and a member of the Baptist church. The funeral will be held this afternoon at 2:30 at Mr. Potter's residence, conducted by Rev. Willie Saye. Pallbearers: F. S. Patat, Howard Kirk, Welton Wood, Andy Seagraves, Jamnt Emory Wood.
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Miro Jarmo
Mero Johe
Vonee
Meure
Baptist Church
Potter
Willie Saye
Messrs
F. S. Patat
Howard Kirk
Welton Wood
Andy Seagraves
Emory Wood
Verdicts Rendered in Athens City Court Cases
After a full day in city court the juries returned verdicts for Inez Williams at 219 dollars and for J M Williams at 31 dollars. Williams suits sought two thousand dollars total while the other requested five hundred. Judge G C Thomas and Judge J J Strickland for the plaintiffs with City Attorney West for the city. Room for rent at 29 Dearing Street.
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Inez Willams
Clits of
Athens
J. M. Willams
City of Athens
Miss Williams
Mr. Williams
Williams
G. C. Thomas
J. J.strickland
West
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Orpheum
Deestrick Skule” Colonial
nSe
Wigan
Hiute
Wagan
State Normal School
Lyceum
James More
Inez Williams
J. M. Williams
Dearing St
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