Civil docket eyed as city court shifts to civil cases
The city court will move from criminal to civil matters today. Sam Harris, colored, was convicted of disturbing divine worship at Mount Sinai church near the Charlie-Oconee county line. Alex Smith was acquitted of wife beating. Will Harris, colored, was convicted of abandonment of his children. Ed House, charged with violating the new automobile law, had his case continued to December for a special term.
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Sam Harris
Mount Sinai Church
Charlie-Oconee County
Alex Smith
Will Harris
Ed House
Fatal New Town Crash Near Buckwood Bridge
Special to the Banner reports a car crash near Buckwood Bridge resulting in the deaths of Charles Griffin of Atlanta and Mrs. A. E. Nelson of Birmingham. Three other occupants escaped injury as the auto, swerving after possible streetcar glare, ejected two victims.
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Buckwood Bridge
Charles Griffin
Atlanta
A. E. Nelson
Birmingham
Elite film premieres with nation’s chief executive featured
A new release by the Es sanay company showcases the nation's leader and includes footage of the Panama exposition groundbreaking in San Francisco. The film ends with Madame Nordica singing the national anthem following the first shovel ceremony.
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Essanay Company
San Francisco
Madame Nordica
Lady Godiva Film Shown At Lyric Theater
The Vitagraph feature based on the eleventh century legend of Lady Godiva will be shown today at the Lyric. The story recounts her ride on a white horse through her city as penance to save her people.
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Godiva
Vitagraph
Athens Vulcanizing Co Promises Quick Tire Repairs
Automobile owners save money on tire repairs with steam vulcanizing that avoids burning tires and halves repair time. Casings are a specialty. Located at 169 Washington St Athens. Also selling kindling wood and beans with contact 1076.
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Athens Vulcanizing CO
Washington St
The Next Bond Rally in Whitehall
The county campaign for a new conveniently located courthouse schedules a rally next Tuesday night in Whitehall. Speakers include Hon. W. F. Dorsey Judge Geo C. Thomas Mr Aaron Cohen Col M G Michael Col H C Tuck and Judge Cobb.
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Whitehall
W. F. Dorsey
Geo. C. Thomas
Aaron Cohen
M. G. Michael
H. C. Tuck
Cobb
Manager Coburn Delivers Refined Theater Show
The article praises J. Coburn and his troupe for a clean, refined entertainment in the city. Charley Gano impressed with singing and performance as fans cheered. Marionette performer Mantel and Leslie D. Barry also contributed to an enjoyable evening, while Coburn’s streak of patron satisfaction remains strong. After the show, Coburn and troupe members were hosted by local BPOE ladies.
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Coburn
Charley Gano
Leslie D. Barry
Justin J
Mantel
Cobrn
Ladie B. P. O. E
Farewell Sermon for Rev A J Sears at Ovonee Street
Next Sunday morning at the usual hour Rev John L Franklin will lead services. In the 7 45 evening service Rev A J Sears who has served four years will deliver his farewell sermon to the congregation he has faithfully served. Mr Sears and his mother will move next week to the parsonage at Winterville.
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John L. Franklin
Ovonee Street Methodist Church
A. J. Sears
Sears
Winterville
Pat Drew Sings At Majestic With Coon Song
Pat Drew will perform the coon song I Feel Religion Comin at the Majestic today. The program includes two reels no waits a So x For Her Big Brother's Sake and a Thanhouser film.
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Pat Drew
The
Majestic
Sox
Thanhouser
Card of thanks from Brooks Kimzey Ry lee and Rylees
A group including Mrs. W. P. Brooks Mrs. C. C. Kimzey Mrs. S. B. Martin Mr. E. S. Rylee Mr. R. C. Rylee and Mr. H. M. Rylee express sincere thanks through the Banner to neighbors and friends for kindnesses during their family illness and after the recent death of their mother. Sealshipt oysters and Ferndell products advertised.
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W. P. Brooks
C. C. Kim Zey
S. B. Martin
E. S. Rylee
R. C. Rylee
H. M. Rylee
Illnes
For Bonds and Progress Rally in Winterville Unanimous
Winterville Georgia November 23 The rally supporting bonds for a new courthouse drew a large enthusiastic audience at Pittard auditorium. Speakers included Judge A J Cobb Col H C Tuck and Aaron Cohen with local voices from the county commission and school board. Voters asked how to register to ensure a vote for bonds and progress and the event is described as a success in Buck Branch district.
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Bonds
Winterville
Georgia
Pittard Auditorium
A. J. Cobb
Aaron Cohen
H. C. Tuck
W. F. Dor
Buck Branch
Four Thousand Dollar Hunt at River Street Crowd
A cotton man, carrying four thousand dollars in his hand, hunted for another man with the same amount who had visited the bank minutes earlier. While searching Clayton Street, Coburn’s Big Minstrel Band concluded its business district round and gathered for a street concert, revealing the man in the crowd.
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Hanting
Big Coburn
Clayton Street
C. M
Coburn
Sheriff closes near beer saloon over debt
Sheriff closes the Wood & Hill near beer saloon on Wall Street by attachment for debt. Bailiff B. Frank Wood and Kin Hill oversee the closure of the establishment once run by J. B. Mitchell. Amount involved reported as 500 to 600 dollars.
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Loraine Steward
Jackson
Wood & Hill
Wall Street
B. Frank Wood
Kin Hill
County Commissioners Crowding To Meet University Road Expert
Valdosta Ga November 23 Georgia road tour visitors describe welcoming ceremonies in Thomasville and Valdosta with flowers lunches and celebrations. Professor Koch of the University of Georgia travels in an official car and praises Georgia roads while county commissioners from many counties greet the tour.
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University Road
Gram
Thomasville
Valdosta
Prof
Koch
University of Georgia
Four Times in Six Weeks Death Visits a Fitzgerald Home
In Fitzgerald Georgia four family members across three generations died in six weeks. George Varnell died October 12 from ptomaine poisoning, Harry Varnell died of fever, and Mr McDowell, son-in-law of Mrs Sarah Varnell, died this summer. This week Amanda Varnell aged 74 was laid to rest after caring for her family through repeated losses.
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Fitzgerald, Ga
Fitzgerald
George Varnell
Harry Varnell
McDowell
Sarah Varnell
Amanda Varnell
Central Power Company Buys Macon Gas Light
The Macon Gas Light Company is sold to the Central Georgia Power Company for more than a half million dollars. The deal, made in Philadelphia, involves Stuart Wood as the largest stockholder and was arranged with the A. B. Leach Company of New York. The power company also holds a controlling interest in the Macon Railway and Light Company.
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Warner
Macon
Macon Gas Light Company
Central Georgia Power Company
Power Company
Macon Railway and Light Company
Philadelphia
Stuart Wood
A. B. Leach Company
New York
Central Purchases $51,000 Property in Macon
A Savannah real estate firm representing the Central of Georgia railroad paid 51000 for a block bounded by Fourth Fifth and Ash in Macon. Officials announce magnificent new freight terminals will be erected on the site. W. Jordan Massee is named to head the local gas company.
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Macon
Savannah
Central of Georgia Railroad
Fourth
Fifth
Ash Street
Lawyers clash at New York courthouse sparks courtroom scuffle
Yesterday morning Solicitor S C Upson and candidate John B Gamble argued briefly leading to a momentary brawl. Judge West fined both $25 for contempt but later remitted the fines after each expressed deep regret.
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S. C. Upson
John B. Gamble
Superior Court
White Way movement eyed for Athens street lighting
Citizens back a White Way lighting project as a visiting representative plans an Monday campaign. Merchants expect strong benefits and extended hours with streets lit bright to midnight, boosting Athens growth and advertising. Subscriptions urged from all residents.
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Athens
Joe Brown Club Formed in Eatonton Georgia
The Joe Brown Club was formed in Eatonton on November 23 with a majority of Putnam County’s prominent citizens as members. The group plans to ensure Putnam County supports Joe Brown in the political race.
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Eatonton
Joe Brown
Putnam County
Manghan Case Nearing Conclusion in Spalding Court
Griffin Ga November 23 Spalding Superior Court adjourned with only final jury instructions left in the Manghan case Judge Daniel and Judge Beck along with Col. Fly and Hon Reuben to deliver arguments early next session The fragment mentions fears and a phony house hanging to Jno L aaa.
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Griffin
Spalding Superior Court
Manghan
Daniel
Beck
Col
Fly
Reuben
Dancing Glass Moves Dance Class to Moss Building Hall
Miss Jennings relocates her dancing class from DuPree Hall to the Moss building on Jnbemtdariop street. The schedule notes classes suspended.
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Miss Jennings
DuPree Hall
Moss Building
Jnbemtdariop Street
Saupaadl
Miss Nobody from Starland Dominates Local Stage
The musical comedy Miss Nobody from Starland earns praise for originality in book and lyrics by Hough Adams and Mitchell with music by Joseph E. Howard. It opens on a Lusitanian liner and features a funny dress sale scene and a rehearsals chaos sequence central to its humor and spectacle.
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Miss Nobody
Sarland
Mort H.singer
Singer
Messrs. Hough
Adams
Mitchell
Starland
Joseph E. Howard
Island
Lusitan
Thanksgiving Specialities From G H Williamson
A dated retail notice offers a wide selection for Thanksgiving including New Mince Meat New Plum Pucking Fruit Cakes Raisins Dates Figs Cherries Cranberries celery lettuce assorted nuts cheeses fruits and fresh produce. Orders encouraged by telephone for careful attention and best goods.
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New
California
Malaga
G. H. Williamson
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Ferndell
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