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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1909

Page

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Admirable address by Dr George Parkin at University of Georgia

Dr George Parkin of England, secretary of the Cecil Rhodes Scholarship Trust, spoke at the University of Georgia chapel to students and Athens citizens. He extolled Rhodes, cited Aristotle, and urged young men to pursue great purpose shaping empire and world peace through study and public service.

Rhodes Scholarship Trust Fund University of Georgia Cecil Rhodes George Parkin England University of Georgis Athens Parkin Oxford Rhodes Ufe Nié Erci Ife Chatham South Africa Cape To Cairo Kimberley Alfred Bell United States Union

Georgia Rhodes committee adds fifth member

The Georgia Rhodes scholarship committee met with Dr. George Parkin of England and decided to add a fifth member, a prominent conservative business man, to create an odd number. Announcement of the new member will come soon. Dr. Parkin praised the University of Georgia and its work.

Georgia Rhodes Scholarship Committee Barrow Bocock M. T. Peed Emory J. S. Murray Mercer George Parkin England Rhodes Scholarship Trust Fund Parkin University of Georgia

Serious Illness of Mr A L Hull at Milledge Avenue

Well known citizen Mr A L Hull is seriously ill at his home on Milledge Avenue after a years long decline since a grip infection last summer. Friends across the state hope for recovery as Dr Parkin discusses Rhodes scholarship athletic requirements and the need for fair play and honesty in English student norms.

Milledge Avenue A. L. Hull Hull South Parkin England India South Africa Rhodes Rhodes Committee

Clemson Tigers Edge Georgia In Fast Football Showdown

Clemson College defeated the University of Georgia 6 to 0 in a swift local game before over four thousand fans. Quarterback Pinckney and end Woodward combined for Clemson’s lone score on a second half forward pass. Maddox starred for Georgia with strong running and defensive stops.

Augusta Clemson College University of Georgia Clemson Tigers Clemson Tigers Georgia Red Black Maddox Bostwick Pinckney Tiger Woodward Northcutt Hatcher Parrish George Butler Fleming

Davison Nicholson Shoe Stock Sold Out by Christmas Eve

The Davison Nicholson Company announces a complete closing of its shoe stock at 259 Clayton Street. The sale, cash terms only, aims to consolidate operations under one roof and expand the dry goods and department stores. Fixtures and store space are also offered for sale or rent as plans for future expansion proceed.

Davison Clayton Street Georgia Emae America Washington Street Davison- Nicholson

Strayed white Labrador with black markings seeks owner

White dog with white ears and black over eyes, small black shoulder spot and a single hip spot, wandered off. Finder notifies Chief of Police and offers a $5 reward. Return to police for reward.

Municipal Primary Candidates Named for Mayor and Aldermen

The executive committee finalized the list of candidates for the upcoming primary on the 2nd. Mayors and aldermen across wards one through four are named J. F. Rhodes H. 4. Rowe in the mayoral race and B. F. Woods O. F. Buchner C. F. Young B. R. Pickrell E. S. Dobbins J. F Foster W. M. Smith I. W. Watson B. Y. Harris A. M. Center for aldermen. Election managers will be chosen at Saturday’s 5 o clock meeting at Chairman John B. Gamble’s office. voting places to be announced soon.

Oes J. F. Rhodes H. 4. Rowe B. F. Woods O. F. Buchner C. F. Young B. R. Pickrell E. S. Dobbins J. F Foster W. M. Smith I. W. Watson B. Y. Harris A. M. Center John B. Gamble

Reunion Committee to Meet Today In City Hall

Executive committee of the Confederate Veterans reunion meets at 6 PM at city hall to wind up all business. This is to be the final meeting and the committee will be discharged after today’s session.

Churches Unite to Host North Georgia Conference in Athens

At the fourth quarterly conference of Oconee Street Methodist church a resolution joined in inviting the North Georgia conference to meet in Athens in 1910 and pledging cooperation in hosting the guests. Young Harris Memorial church acted similarly. The Athens churches plan a united effort to secure the session, with positive reports from Revs. A. J. Sears and F. S. Hudson.

Oconee Street Methodist First Methodist North Georgia Young Harris Memorial Church Athens A. J. Sears F. S. Hudson

Second Degree Conferral Tonight at Glenn Lodge

The J O O F Glenn Lodge announces the Second Degree will be conferred tonight. Degree Team members should attend, and all Brothers in good standing are invited. An Innovation by Miller Furniture Co. includes a Ladies Den on the second floor for discussions from Paris.

Miller Furniture Co Paris Miller's

Athens to Atlanta Tourists Finish Endurance Run With Perfect Scores

The Athens to Atlanta car endurance event concluded with fourteen cars finishing without repairs. Six Class A and eight Class B entries posted perfect scores. Accidents included two serious crashes and several punctures, while Clarke county roads drew praise for their quality.

Athens Atlanta Gate City Walter Bishop Speedway Fulliore Maxwell Simon Michael Stoddard-Dayton Guy Brightwell Buick J. R. White N. K. Smith Franklin E. H. Odom Dragon Leland Young Hudson A. L. Deadwyler W. L. Darby Bondurant W. L. Jackson Emory Harris C. Y. Weir E. H. Riley Bishop A. L. Deatwyler Darby Michael Dr. Fullilove Deadwyler Mr. Deadwyler Homer Smith Winder H. B. Sparks W. F. Bell Lawrenceville Clarke County Clarke

Registration Push Nears Deadline for Primary Participation

With eight days and Saturday the 20th until 7 o'clock, thousands may still register. Books close at 2 PM on Saturday. those missing cannot vote in the primary on the 23rd. Next week a tax payment and registration drive will occur at city hall. Registration totals show 675 by yesterday with wards 2 and 4 leading. The auto show and Athens-Atlanta tour boosted local interest and optimism for better Southern roads led by Georgia.

Masonic Lodge Meeting Tonight in Mt Vernon

The Mt Vernon Lodge holds its regular meeting tonight at 8 o'clock in the lodge rooms. All qualified brethren are invited. W. A. Capps, W. M. J. R. Crane, Sec’y. Also wanted three more boys to deliver the Atlanta Georgian at the cigar stand in the Georgian Hotel, apply early Thursday.

Mt. Vernon W. A. Capps W. M. J. R. Crane Sec’ty Atlanta

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Tarheels the Davison Nicholson Company Glenn A. A. Brigham A. B. Harper Seci Ty FE. M. F Athens-Atlanta The Constitution Atlanta Automobile Association Albany Macon Savannah
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