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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1909
Page
1
The municipal primary to nominate a mayor and four aldermen is held in Athens with record registration and active campaigns. Polls run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at multiple wards, with extra booth and staff in the fourth ward to manage the higher turnout.
Candler buildingAtlanta financier C F McClatchey of McClatchey Real Estate, aged 60s, lies critically ill at his daughter Mrs J W Betts 376 Spring St. after a nervous breakdown and long illness. long-time Marietta leader with son M R McClatchey in business and several other children.
The Athens Woman's Club held a meeting at Mrs. H. C. White's Milledge avenue home with many members present. Six new members joined the club amid enthusiasm for ongoing club work. Mrs. M. A. Lipscomb spoke on the Georgia Federation session in Elberton and local hospitality for visiting Athens members. Mrs. Baker of Atlanta described federation work in the city, while Mrs. Campbell Avary and Miss Soates Benedict served cakes and tea.
Mr. J. C. Couch died yesterday afternoon after a long illness at his home near the Southern Manufacturing Company plant. He was seventy four. Survived by his wife five sons and three daughters. Funeral today at 12:30 at the family burial ground at the Cord mill conducted by Rev. George E. Stone.
Public invited to visit the State College of Agriculture buildings and grounds but hunting fishing breaking shrubbery and trespass are forbidden. Sheriff Jackson has deputized college staff to safeguard property and offenders will be vigorously dealt with. Cooperation of citizens urged to protect state property.
Arnold and Abney advertise a traditional pound cake priced at 25 cents per pound and claim it becomes more popular daily. The Miller Furniture Co. is listed as the exclusive agent for The Indestructo Trunk guaranteed against loss by fire.
Polls open at 9 a m and close at 4 p m. Voting sites include First Ward at Deadwyler's Stables Clayton near Thomas, Second Ward at City Hall, Third Ward at Deadwyler's Stables Clayton and Hull formerly Griffith Welch, and Fourth Ward at Court House.
Yesterday morning in police court a rare calm prevailed as city officials prepared for the election. Mayor Dorsey had ordered $25 fines for plain drunks, reducing incidents and easing court workload. Defendants included Anthony Harris for resisting a near beer seller, John Echols for drunkenness, Luke Moon and West Blackwell for a crap game, Jim Mathews for prior arrest and escape, Ophelia Ford for loud neighborly disturbance, and a Thanksgiving closing notice from Arnold & Abney.
Prather and Shellnutt at 115 College St urge customers to call 820 if unable to visit the barbers. They wait on patrons where they are and promote fresh coconuts received for Thanksgiving priced at 5c 7c and 10c from Arnold and Abney.
City Court sessions canceled yesterday due to the illness of a leading attorney. Judge George C. Thomas could not preside over most cases, forcing adjournment and a reshuffled docket likely to push yesterday's calendar beyond the term.
Thanksgiving shoppers find a full Williamson's assortment including mince meat plum pudding and sauces. Fresh fruits vegetables cheeses olives nuts dried fruits and selected chocolates fill the display with a wide range of festive items.
An old advertisement lists rental rooms on Dougherty Street Prince Avenue Hancock Avenue Washington Street Baxter Street Bloomfield Street Franklin Street Harris Street. The notice also mentions Apples 50c per Peck and Nice large eating apples 50c per peck. Classified by Erwin & Company and Arnold & Abney.
Rev. W. L. Pierce presiding elder. Rev. A. J. Sears returns to Oconee. Rev. G. D. Stone assigned to Young Harris.
Judge E H Callaway of Augusta appointed by Governor Brown as a trustee of the Georgia Normal and Industrial College at Milledgeville to succeed the late Fleming G Dubignon. The piece also notes Methodist conference appointments in Athens and surrounding areas with Rev. M L Troutman and Rev A J Sears among those returning or reassigned.
A sub committee of the legislative body visited con vict camps in Athens yesterday. Members include Senator Calhoun Representative Price of Bartow Representative Waddell of Meriwether and Representative McMahan of Clarke. Clarke county hosts a model camp and other camps in seven nearby counties are to be inspected.
Judge Charles H. Brand appoints Col. Max Michael as county registrar replacing Judge Henry West who moved to the city court. Michael, a young lawyer of noted ability, is expected to fill the post satisfactorily.
Yesterday Mesars C. C. Turner B. A. Juhan and Jack Carthers of Winder came over in the Elmore car of Mr. Turner to visit the Classic City.
The Week of Prayer for Missions at First Methodist Church informs members and friends about global missionary work. Maps and charts decorate yesterday's service and several present share prayerful answered experiences. Mrs. T E Jago speaks on Japan and Mrs. Frank Griffeth sings. This afternoon Mrs Cobb Lampkin reports on the Woman's Board of Home Missions meeting in Savannah GA.
All ready to make those delightful pies. Atmore's in buckets and Heinz's in stone jars. Arnold and Abney.
Plum pudding in multiple sizes priced from 50 cents and up. Arnold and Abney promote fresh nuts, fine celery, cranberries, Concord grapes, and lady fingers. Customer choices include 25 cent baskets and 10 cent dozen fingers.
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