Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

We found your results!

Page 1

Athens Banner in Athens, Georgia

We have 1,947,233 pages in Georgia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1911

Page

1

Governor Brown Receives Backing Letter From James L. Anderson

James L. Anderson of Atlanta pledges support for Governor Brown in the short gubernatorial term. Anderson, long active in Georgia politics, notes belief in Brown's welfare of the state and endorses his candidacy amid the December 7 election.

Atlanta Brown James L. Anderson Anderson Georgia Hoke Smith Smith J. M. Brown Senator Smith J. L, Anderson

Considerable Money on Saturday Game

Rumor says a $1,000 purse has been made up by Georgia Tech supporters to bet on Tech’s victory this Saturday. Money reportedly to be placed at ten to seven-fifty. Includes additional notes about Tokay grapes and Arnold & Abney produce.

Atlanta Georgia Tech Tech

Barrow Delivers Notable Address At Conservation Congress

Chancellor David C. Barrow of the University of Georgia spoke on the Negro farmer before the Conservation Congress in Memphis. His straightforward talk highlighted South progress, past gains, and white South efforts to aid agricultural African Americans, marking his address as the program’s feature.

Thos. A. Early Memphis Tenn David C. Barrow University of Georgia Conservation Congress Southland Barrow South State Institution of Georgia

Last Two Sermons At West End Baptist Church

Rev. W. H. Faust of Oglethorpe county will deliver the final two sermons tonight and tomorrow at West End Baptist Church. For nearly two weeks Rev. A. J. Smith has led the series to strong attendance and growing interest. Services start at 7 45 P M and all are invited.

W. H. Faust Oglethorpe “County West End Baptist Church A. J. Smith

Peabody funds ready for Athens education building

Governor Hoke Smith received word from Peabody fund trustees that $40,000 is formally ready for demand and immediate use for a School of Education building in Athens. Construction will start once plans are adopted.

Atlanta Hoke Smith Trustees The Peabody Fund State Board of Education Peabody Commission School of Education Athens

Potato Chips Ad Describes Fresh Crisp Snack

An old advertisement for Potato Chips by Arnold & Abney touts fresh crisp brittle chips that melt in the mouth and differ from tougher varieties, with a contact phone number 1076.

Reckages Arnold & Abney

Cream Puffs Price and Fresh Baked Appeal

Cream puffs priced at 30 cents each are advertised as fresh this morning by Arnold & Abney bakery. The note promotes daily specials and invites customers to visit the shop.

Arnold & Abney

Poultry Exhibition Plans Set At Southern Association Meeting

At the Southern Poultry Association gathering last night plans for a big exhibition next month were finalized. Committees reported progress on show details and fund raising while a special rates committee was named to secure rail discounts for entrants. The next Athens meeting is scheduled for Wednesday at 8 30 pm at the city hall.

Southern Poultry Association Poultry Association Chamber of Commerce Athens T. L. Mitchell J. E. Gardner F. W. Hicks

Jealous Cotton Mill Worker Kills Girl in Augusta

Ed J. Brazell a 42 year old white cotton mill operative shot and killed Carrie Bell Duncan a 16 year old girl in the presence of his ill wife in Augusta Georgia. Brazell attempted to shoot himself but his wife wrestled the weapon away.

Augusta Ed J. Brazell Carrie Bell Duncan Brazell

Manne Returns to Athens After Jacksonville Tenure

Mr M L Manne, former general manager of the Atlantic Ice and Coal Company in Athens, returns after months in Jacksonville. He led the Athens operation through the old company name and earned a strong local reputation. He was sent to the Jacksonville plant but fell ill and requested a return to Athens, where friends express warm welcome.

Jacksonville M. L. Manne Atlantic Ice and Coal Corporation Athens Manne Athens Ice and Coal Company

Bonds Drive Gets County Campaign Under Way

Organizers form city hall campaign committee for bonds and vow daily speaking across the county from now until election day. Judge A J Cobb coordinates speakers with first rally set for next Thursday night. Citizens discuss bonds everywhere, wear bond badges, and expect a sweeping victory for the bond issue aligned with progress.

New Life A. J. Cobb

Smith Pardons Two Rawlins Boys in Georgia

Governor Hoke Smith pardons Leonard and Jesse Rawlins after prison board review. Jesse, age 15 at crime, and Leonard were serving life terms for complicity in the Carter children murder. Pardons signed Wednesday morning. release immediate.

Atlanta Hoke Smith Leonard Jesse Rawlins

Masons Notify Meeting Tonight At Mount Vernon Lodge

By order of the worshipful master and secretary Mr C D Heidler there will be a communication of Mount Vernon lodge Free and Accepted Masons at the Masonic ball tonight. Business includes E A degree work and all qualified brethren are urged to attend at the northeast corner of the temple.

C. D. Heidler Mount Vernon Lodge

Felder Outlines Voting Rules for Governor Primary

Attorney General Felder states who can vote in the coming governor primary. He says only those who paid taxes six months prior to the election date may vote, those who have paid and not registered may register within five days after the call, and 1911 taxes are not required. Athens residents qualified for state elections may vote in the December 1 primary.

Len. T. S. Felder Felder Athens Slaton

Army to Move 3500 Troops From Manila to China

Washington reports practically confirms plans to deploy at least 3,500 soldiers from Manila to China. Orders have been issued to keep them ready for movement within 24 hours notice.

Washington Manila China

Two Injured at Athens Manufacturing Mill

Will Daze and Thomas Roberts suffered hand injuries at the Athens Manufacturing Company mill. Daze lost a finger while Roberts had several fingers severely slashed. Prof. A. J. Ritchie, Rabun Gap industrial school principal, visited for several days on business related to the school’s work.

Athens Manufacturing Company Will Daze Thomas Roberts Young Daze Roberts A. J. Ritchie Rabun Gap

Former Athenian Becomes New York Drummer

Former Athenian L Buchwald visiting with brothers T and M Buchwald. He now works as a traveling salesman for a New York house. Also advertised Head Lettuce and White Cauliflower from Arnold & Abney with prices per head.

Athenian New York Mr. L. Buchwald M. Buchwald Arnold & Abney

Bludwine Manager Returns From South Carolina Trip

H. C. Anderson known as the Bludwine man returns home after a successful business trip through South Carolina. He completed several extensive Bludwine deals while away.

Mr. H. C. Anderson South Carolina

Sealshipt Oysters Offer Cheaper Freshness At Ath ens

Local note promotes Sealshipt oysters sold by Arnold & Abney as sole Athens agents. It promises no extra supply issues this morning and claims lower prices than competing brands. Contact Athens branch at phone 1076 for purchase.

Arnold & Abney Athens

Opinion on voter eligibility for 1911 primary in Clarke County

Clarke County Democratic Committee chair John B. Gamble clarifies who could vote in the December 7 1911 governor and labor commissioner primary. Registered voters from 1910 who paid taxes by December 20 1910 remained eligible. those not paying taxes by that date forfeited registration but could re register if taxes were paid six months before the 1912 special election. New registrants could file up to five days after the senate call if taxes due by January 1 1911 were paid and qualifications met.

Banner John B. Gamble Co. Gamble H. J. Rowe The City Senate J. M. Slaton

Smith Withdraws From Labor Commissioner Race

Atlanta announces B Lee Smith has withdrawn from the race for commissioner of labor and commerce after a managers conference. He cites lack of time due to business obligations but expresses goodwill toward opponents. Also classified notices include farm goods and a lost muff with reward.

Atlanta B. Lee Smith Commissioner of Labor and Commerce Commissioner of Labor

State and County Game Wardens Get First Money From Treasury

Warrants totaling nearly 75 thousand dollars for November maintenance of state institutions were drawn by Governor Hoke Smith. Athens recipients include University of Georgia 3125 dollars State Agricultural College 5000 dollars and State Normal School 3500 dollars. A separate 889 dollar warrant paid state and county game wardens. This marks the first payment under the new game protection law funded by hunting license fees with over 2000 dollars in fees already collected.

Atlanta Treasury Hoke Smith W. J. Speer Athens University of Georgia State Agri

Also Mentioned on This Page

Little Joe Oglethorpe Governor Smith Action Peabody Fund MR. M. L. Manne Bonds Masons United States Rabun Gap School Bludwine Trip Sealshipt Oysters Ieee Gamble Clarke Clarke County W. H. Weatherly P. “Sy L. Morse Central Station Hantock Avenue
Search Courier

Search the Athens Banner Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Athens Banner?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication