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Athens Banner

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Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1920

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Cleveland Indians Win World Series Clincher 3–0

The Cleveland American League club defeated the Brooklyn Nationals 3 to 0 in the seventh and deciding game to capture the World Series. Pitcher Stanley Conveleski starred with three series wins as fans celebrated with planned receptions and autographs for players.

Associated Press Cleveland Brooklyn Nationals United States Stanley Conveleski Christy Mathewson Grimes Brooklyn Clalta Gardner Johnston Lowell Miller Jamerson Wambley Speaker Tonveleyel Cee Merson Foggho Monnager Speiker Texas Jogoher James‘c. Dunn

Harding Journeys Into 80LID South Ahead of Tours

Senator Harding continues a southern swing beyond Ohio with a speech planned for Chattanooga tonight and another platform talk tomorrow. His aides consider cancelling the eastern leg through New York and New England as they move toward Louisville.

Harding Ohio Senator Harding Chattanooga Louisville Harling New’ York England

Carpentier Knocks Out Levinsky in Fourth Round

Georges Carpentier European heavyweight champion defeats Battling Levinsky in the fourth round of a scheduled twelve in Jersey City. Carpentier weights about 170 1 2 pounds while Levinsky is listed at 175 pounds.

Carpentier Levinsky Associated Press Jersey City N. J Georges _ Carpentier Hght Anno

Revival Services Begin at First Methodist Church

The First Methodist Church opens a two week revival from the 24th to November 7th led by Rev. Clovis G. Chappell of Washington D C assisted by local minister Dr. Dempsey. Chappell, pastor of Mt. Vernon Place, is a noted speaker. a Dallas leader will direct singing. The church urges public attendance.

First Methodist Church Clovis G. Chappell D. C Washington Dempsey Chappell Mt. Vernon Place Methodist Church National Capital E. B. Chappell Methodist Conference Athena Dr. Chappell

Mr C Prather Enters Ministry in Local Baptist Church

Mr C Prather was ordained a minister of the gospel by Reverend B H Jennings of Prince Avenue Baptist Church with Rev R P King and Rev J P Cooper present. He is active in Sunday School and church work and aims to extend his service in the ministry.

Oliver Co. Prather Baptist B. Hi. Jennings Prince Avenue Baptist R .P. King Jefferson J. P.cooper Sprathher Mintetera Jennings Cooper Prather

Mrs Henrietta Stubbs Dies in Atlanta

Mrs Henrietta Stubbs wife of W F Stubbs died at her Atlanta home on Monday after illness with pneumonia. Remains were brought here for funeral and burial. She was 65, formerly of Bogart where she was buried yesterday afternoon. She leaves a husband and five children. Funeral services were conducted by Rev A F.

Henrietta Stubbs Sof W F. Stubbs Atlanta Athaus Bogart Stubbs FN Thie

Mrs. C. J. Montgomery Critically Ill at Home

Mrs. C. J. Montgomery is critically ill at her home on Lumpkin Street, cared for by her son Pearl Montgomery. She has been ill for six weeks and her advanced age and frail condition render recovery doubtful.

J._ Montgomery Mr. Pearl Montgomery Lumpkin Street

Prayer meeting tonight at Frat Methodist Church

The pastor selects Some Foes of Prayer and what to do with them as the theme for the evening prayer meeting at Frat Methodist Church. Service is at 8:00 PM and a cordial invitation is extended to the general public to attend.

First Methodist Church

American Legion Plans Armistice Day Celebration

The Allen R. Fleming Post of the American Legion held a lively meeting with over forty veterans in attendance. Armistice Day on November 11 was discussed with details to be arranged by the Entertainment Committee led by Captain William King Meadgow. The event aims to involve all ex-service men and may be a general holiday observance with ceremonies honoring those who served and those who died.

Allen .R. Fleming American Legion William.King Meadgow Meadow Jewett Williams University of Georgia Fleming Post Georgian Frank Walker State Normal’ School Fleming

Federal probes may prosecute cotton gin arson cases

Washington October 12 federal prosecutors may pursue charges against night riders and others who burn cotton and cotton gins if the ongoing Justice Department investigation uncovers violations of federal laws. The inquiry began today and aims to identify those responsible for the fires and related crimes.

Associated’ Press Washington Department’ of Justice

Gins Burned as Guards Guard Cotton Operations

Armed guards were placed around cotton gins near Fort Smith Arkansas after warned gins were attacked. A gin at Branchville Texas burned Monday. a grist mill and another gin at Prinsley were also reported burned.

The West Associated Press Fort ‘Smith Ark Wato Texas Branchville Reas A.cottotgin

State Senate slate announced by Miembers in Georgia

The list of named contenders for the Georgia state senate appears with multiple districts and candidates including James R. Thomas Jesup and Dennis Fleming Albany, among others. The article notes rotation debates and committee disallowances and mentions a forthcoming house member tally by the clerk.

James R. Thomas Jesup L.’R Akin Brunawick Dan Wall Pearson C.-E. Stewart Ov K. Jones Valdosta E. Snow Quitman L .W Sheffield Blakeley Dennis Fleming Albany James D. Weaver Dawson W.childs Lampkin John Collins

Harding’s Political Stumbles Put Front-Line Duty in Question

From New York on October 12 Associated Press reports Senator Harding’s latest trip failing to convince the public he can confront the people. Senator Pat Harrison, chairman of the Democratic National Speakers Bureau, stated today.

Associated.Preas New York Harding Pat Harrison Democratic National Speakers

Edwards Faces Watson for Senate Amid Georgia Ballot Drama

In Atlanta on October 12 a wave of electoral complexity emerges as voters prepare to cast ballots November 2 with tickets for Democrats Republicans and Socialists. Harry S Edwards declares as an independent against Watson in the Senate race while the GOP fields Upshaw in the Augusta district.

Tne Atlanta College Long Ludowici General Assembly C. ‘A. West Tthat Chove Erm Ucket Tagirjs Democratic Party H. L. Gardner Bich Cox Hardings Debs A. W. Cozart W. B. Sloane Diatricta A. M.lucas P.D. Rich G.C. Alston F.M. Curwood R/B. Blackburn A.M. Outlaw Noel Butt T. M.myers Thomas ‘A. Brows Coe T. Wilson John M. Cox Byger Talmadge H. Go.haatings J. Doyle L.” Philips F.C. Boatright D. Williams W. J. Tilson W. J.”Rudolph Chase Adamson T. H.,.verdell W. Y. Gillian J.'P. Wood T. B. Oden Dean T.-H.blizzard Forrest Todd Harry Btliyeil Edwards United States Senate Republican Senate Thomas E. Watson Democratc Republican Party Ausata W. D. Upshaw

Fire alarm mixup ends in unintended scene at hospital

Two alarms rung yesterday for a fire near a hospital drew crowding fire wagons and a surprised resident who tried to mail a letter in a box mistaken for a post box. The chief explained the box was for fire calls, not letters, as crews battled a true blaze at Ellen White’s home, causing minor damage.

Fire “Department Cleveland Avenue Ellen White

Judge Bell criticizes Grady Hospital over infant mix up case

In Atlanta on October 12 Judge Georgs Bell hears amended habeas corpus petitions from Mr and Mrs John C Garfer claiming their baby, not Mrs Pittman’s, was placed at Grady Hospital. The court plans a November 1 jury trial date, amid strong remarks against the hospital’s handling. Describes visit denial to Pittman home and Bell’s extreme comments on differing parentage and infant mixing.

Atlanta Georgs Bell Jo Fulton Anperior Court Todey Tenn eUaceuy Sne Louta Madaliae Daniel John C. Garfer Pottman Grady Bell Pitt Grady’hospital Garner Pittmans Grady Hospital Bellward

Million Dollar Fire Sweeps Pine Bluff

An Associated Press report from Pine Bluff Arkansas notes a devastating fire on October 12 leaving nearly 500 people homeless. The blaze destroyed fifty four houses and damaged eight other structures, with a total estimated loss around one million dollars.

Associated Presse Pinebluff Ark

Georgia divorce case seeks $30600 farm loan rescission

The Genaton superior court case between H Jones of South Georgia and Mrs A C Harper of Athens involves about 30600 dollars in farm loans from Bacon and Jeff Davis counties. Jones is represented by H C Tick and B Bell. Harper by Erwin Brwin and Nix with Judge Holden and Gordon Knox. The action resumes today as proceedings continue.

Bacon Jeff-Davis Laos A H.jones South Georgia A. C. Harper Athens, Jones H. C.tick Atheny B.bell Hazlehurst

President Wilson urged to act on deflation by farmers leaders

Georgia Senator Harris and North Carolina Senator Overman meet White House officials to press President Wilson for direct action against currency deflation. They seek a conference with the president and cabinet, ahead of the Federal Reserve Board meeting to discuss interest rates and farm prices.

Associated Press Washington Wilson Treasury’ Department Wby America Overman North Carolina Harris Georgia White House Fedral Arid Polis Houston Lode Buljonasun arConspiracy Oweneft John 7 McSwain Caroling J-J. Brown Binithiot South Carolina Butlers Smith Hoatha

Decatur Suit Challenges Streetcar Fare Control

The City of Decatur seeks an injunction against Georgia Railway and Power Co to stop enforcing a 17 cent fare in and out of Atlanta. The case centers on whether municipalities may set transportation rates beyond their borders.

Seota Sea of College’ Attorney Georgia “Raileay and Power Company Atlantia Idlon Alimidy Decatur Élaim 9 Amiter Hfs Colely Decath College Park Umits

Goodbye Marquard Youre Through Says President Ebbetts

A garbled Associated Press item notes President Ebbetts declaring Marquard finished after a fine of 1000 dollars for exhibiting tickets. The fragment mentions Cleveland and a October 12 date with unclear details about the violation and seating.

Marquard Ebbetts Associated.Prenn Claveland Aude Maranant Coralae el Ugéin

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