H J Rowe Named Mayor In Local Primary Here Yesterda
The municipal primary in Athens yesterday produced a clear win for Hugh J. Rowe over J F Rhodes by 308 votes. Ward totals favored Rowe in all districts, with alderman races in the third ward close between James F Foster and Wolver M Smith, decided by four votes for Foster. Chairman John B Gamble announced the nominees for mayor and aldermen at six o clock, confirming Rowe and the four ward representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Rowe
Hugh J. Rowe
J. F. Rhodes
Rowe
Rhodes
James F. Foster
Wolver M. Smith
Foster
Woods
Fred Buchner
Inca
E.S. Dobbins
B. Y. Harris
A. M. Center
Gamble
Democratic Executive Committee
Georgia
Clarke County
John B. Gamble
Athens
B. F. Woods
C. T. Young
Jas. F. Foster
Fruit Cake From Arnold and Abney Bakery
A vivid description extols a fruit cake baked in house with rich butter and a world of fruits. It highlights crystalized cherries pineapple figs dates nuts raisins citron and other goodies, all made by expert bakers at Arnold and Abney.
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Geacenire
Steen Boe
Arnold & Abney
Harvest Home Festival at First Baptist Church Tonight
The Harvest Home Festival will be held tonight at 7:30 at the First Baptist Church in this city. The church will be decorated with fruit vegetables and flowers as the community brings in the first fruits as a bank offering. A full report of contributions will be made and no collection will be taken.
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First Baptist Church
First Baptist
M. Rutherford
Baptist Church
Athens
McClatchey Dies in Atlanta After Long Illness
D. F. McClatchey, prominent Marietta businessman and real estate figure, dies at 60 in Atlanta after a lingering illness. Funeral at his Marietta home this afternoon. Survived by children including S. V. Sanford of Athens and J. W. Setze of Atlanta. longtime friend of many in Marietta and Atlanta.
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Marietta
McClatchey
Atlanta
Setze
J. W. Setze
S. V. Sanford
Athens
J. P. Welch
H. R. McClatchey
M. R. McClatchey
D. F. McClatchey, Jr
Reading
House of Representatives
Mayor Elect Rowe Thanks Athens for Victory
Mayor elect Rowe thanks the people of Athens for their votes and support. He pledges to govern for all citizens, maintain peace and progress, and promote economical administration while seeking cooperation from council and residents. He expresses gratitude for loyal friends and unselfish backing as Athens faces a great future.
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Athens
Lfe
Rowe
Juvenile State opens with notable Georgia support
Morning events mark the formal organization of the Juvenile State in Georgia with hundreds expected for opening exercises at the Athens farm. Lectures by prominent Georgians, a barbecue, and speeches on child welfare underscore the drive to reform delinquency and educate the wayward youth.
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Ieri
Georgia
Atlanta
L. G. Hardman
Commerce
W.S. Witham
W. F. Dorsey
Athens
W. R. Hammond
Association
Hamilton McWhorter
E. C. Callaway
Clifford N. Anderson
M. A. Jenkins
State Superintendent of
J. M. Pound
R. B. Russell
Court of Appeals
John B. Gentle
John N. Holder
Warren Boyd
C. S. Parrish
John T. Anderson
Athens Woman's Club
Thanksgiving Day Services at the Y M C A
Thanksgiving afternoon at the Y M C A has become a fixture with older members and boys. Morning builds hunger for turkey, then after 4 p m recreation and wakeful fun. Mr Peacock promises a big treat for boys 10 to 12. At 4 p m men and their families may attend an indoor baseball game praised as the rap pingest ever.
Fresh Eggs for Sale at Arnold Abney's
Advertises fresh eggs at 30 cents per dozen from Arnold Abney's with phone contact 188 for orders and pickup.
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Arnold
Abney’s
New York Americans to Train in Athens Next Spring
Manager George T Stallings of the New York Americans signed a contract to bring the team to Athens for spring training in 1910. Promoters will prepare a baseball diamond on Chase street old circus grounds with plans for a blue grass field after the first year. The visit will draw about sixty men plus managers and reporters, boosting local business and giving Athens national attention through exhibition games and extensive press coverage.
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George Stallings
Yankees
Street Railway Company
George T. Stallings
New York American
Stallings
Billups Phinizy
W. T. Bryan
Miens Street Railway
Emmett Voudurant
M. P. O'Callahan
Georgian Hotel
New York Americans
Athens
Circus
Chase Street
New York
Washington National Club
McAleer
University of Georgia
Upshaw to Speak at State Normal School Auditorium
Tonight at eight o clock W C Upshaw delivers one of his inimitable lectures at the State Normal School auditorium. He will speak on Schools and Fools, a topic he champions in Alabama and now brings to Athens with fond regard for the Normal School.
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State Normal School
Db. Upshaw
Upshaw
Alabama
Athena
Athens
Box for Confederate veterans under Laura Rutherford chapter appeal
November drive by Laura Rutherford Chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy collects goods for Confederate veterans at the Atlanta Veterans Home. Deliver contributions to Mrs. John Gerdine on Hancock Avenue promptly. coffee and tobacco not needed. Aiming for a liberal response from contributors.
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Laura Rutherford
The
Daughters of the Confederacy
Veterans
Atlanta
John Gerdine
Hancock Avenue
Montgomery Smith Died Yesterday in Athens Home
Mr Montgomery Smith died yesterday morning after a prolonged illness at age fifty seven. He is survived by a brother and two sisters including Mrs G K Smith of this city. His remains go to Nicholson Georgia for interment and funeral services there. The article also notes excitement for the upcoming Georgia baseball season with the University nine preparing practice games against the league team and welcoming Yankee stars Hal Chase Willie Keeler and others to Athens for a great season.
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Augusta
St. Johns Methodist Church
R. J
Enere
Bigham
Mr. Bigham
Hendrix
Atlanta
Memphis
St. Johns
Dougherty Street
Montgomery Smith
Smith
G. K. Smith
Nicholson
University
Yankees
Hal Chase
Willie Keeler
Stallings
Athens
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T. Young
J. F. Foster
H. FP. Woods
Co. T. Young
Dobbinsae
R. Pickrell
Young
Nolver M. Smith
Poster
R Alderman
Y. Harris
W. Watson
Marria
Harvest Home
Mmr
D. F. McClatchey
Aubrey
Big Sensation
Gram
St. John’s Church
R. J. Bigham
Me Pet
Miller Furniture Co
Indiana Guaranteed Eel
W. C. Upshaw
Fire Insurance
Erwin & Company
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