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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1921

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Senate Defeats Exemption for Foreign Trade Firms

After a two day Senate fight, a 36 to 39 vote rejected exemptions for foreign trading firms under the tax revision bill. Eleven Republicans joined Democrats to oppose broad relief, arguing the move would let American firms dodge taxes and push foreign competition unfairly.

Washington Senate House United States Eieven Republians Orkiy Finance Fareun Ita

Lloyd George to Visit America Amid Irish Question Talks

London dispatch reports Premier Lloyd George plans a trip to the United States around November 3 as Britain and France negotiate positions on Irish affairs. Cabinet leaders weigh whether to publish a full outline of terms and risk Irish Sinn Fein divisions before the Washington talks.

Milton Bronner London America Lloyd George Harding France England Boyd G George Briand Trince Lloyd Huon George Washington Intermant

Death of Miss Oregon Hazzard Thursday P M

Miss Hazzard aged 71 died Thursday evening at 6 56 at 980 Baxter street after a long illness from pellagra Her funeral will be from Black Creek church Friday interment in the churchyard She was a member of the One Baptist church and is survived by two nieces Nettie Ramsey and Mrs Ernest Burt and other relatives

Hazzard Baxter Street Pellagra Ithern Road Black's Creek Church Orzard Farhena O Ne Baptist Church Mint Lord of Athens

Beatty to Arrive in New York for Legion Welcome

Admiral Earl Beatty of the British Navy, elevated to Peerage for World War service, will land Friday on the Atlanti ca. Airplanes destroyers and fort guns will greet him as representatives of the American Legion federal state and city governments welcome him. He will attend the Legion Convention and advise the British delegation at the Armament Conference.

New York Earl Beatty Acquitania American Legion Federal Citu

Texas Governor Praises Education Investment

Governor Pat M Neff of Texas declares education the state's best investment and hails its role in democracy and national resilience. He praises higher learning for shaping citizenship and advancing civilization and urges expanding Alma Mater’s capacity for greater opportunities.

State of Texas Pat M. Neff University of Georgia Georgia Khan Neff Thomas Dofferson

Senators Demand Capitol Police Protect From Motor Vehicles

Senator Watson of Georgia urged Capitol Hill protection against motor vehicles and the dangerous "devilish machine" in a fervent Senate speech. He complained of no security for senators or visitors and accused Capitol police of failing to guard against cars and allowing roaming dogs to chase pets on the grounds.

Washington Senate Watson Georgia Capitol Dome Capitol

Negro Charged in 1919 Murder Case Returns to Athens

The Mayfield Evans case, described as a two year old murder, was continued from Thursday to Friday. Evans, accused of killing John Terrell in 1919 and escaping, was found after two years and returned to Athens for trial as a jury verdict was anticipated.

Mayfield Evans Evans John Terrell Athens

Army Navy Game To Be Played In Kansas City

The OM class in charge of arrangements for the American Legion national convention in Kansas City announced a football game between picked Army and Navy teams to be played October 31. The telegram from Theodore Roosevelt assistant secretary of the navy confirmed the event as part of the Legion meeting activities.

Kanbas City National The American Legion Theodore Roosevelt Assinstant Navy Army

Strike authorized at Omaha packing plant

Eighty five percent of the packing plant workers voted to authorize the Executive Board to call a strike if needed. Union officials report the vote and outline the possibility of industrial action. Memorials for Terence MacSwiney are announced with plans for a demonstration in London on Sunday at Albert Hall marking the Cork mayor's death anniversary.

Omaha Nebraska M'Swiney London Terence’ McSwiney Jord Cork Trafalgar Albert Halt

Oglethorpe Star Puss Welchel Shines in Bulldog Clash

The piece lauds Puss Welchel of Oglethorpe as a dominant blocker in Georgia football, noting his six blocked punts in a season. It highlights a standout 90 yard return by Cheeves off a Welchel block against Alabama in Atlanta last autumn and his reliable clutch performance.

Owen Georgia Pusat Crimson Bulldog Cheeves Alabama 1 Atlanta

Ulster Problem Ahead of Friday Conference Session

London reports the Ulster issue as the toughest problem before the Irish conference set to meet Friday to discuss Irish Peace. Sinn Fein opposes entering the Britain Commonwealth unless Ireland remains united. The government seeks a plan to keep Ulster autonomous while joining Ireland in the state. Ulster leaders reportedly press Lloyd George and ministers to keep Ulster pledges.

Associated Press London Ulster Sinn Fein Britain Commonwealth Ireland Lloyd George

Free Methodists Hold Quarterly Meeting at St Mary's Church

The Free Methodists begin their quarterly meeting at St Marys Church on Oconee Street tonight at 7 45 led by Rev J S Cunning ham who will preach tonight Friday and Sunday morning at 11 o clock and again Sunday night. Public invited to attend with hearty welcomes.

Free Methodists St. Mary's Church Oconee Street J. S. Cunningham Fred R, Horton

Harding Back in Capital After Yorktown Trip

Mrs. Harding and accompanying officials returned to Washington on Thursday after a trip Wednesday to Yorktown and Williamsburg. The President and party were escorted by local representatives during the visit.

Harding Capital

Georgia hosts Bull and Oglethorpe on Benford Field Saturday

Georgia meets Bull and Oglethorpe at Benford Field Saturday at 1 after noon with fans urged to attend. The article notes the team’s strong form and expectations of another victory and urges supporters to back the Bulldogs.

Georgia Oglethorpe Benford Sanford

League of Women Voters Endorses Municipal Ticket

Athens voters attend a City Hall meeting Friday to hear Misa Ames field director of citizenship for the National League of Women Voters discuss the responsibilities and future of women's participation in local politics. The event promotes the league slate and details on candidate entry deadlines for major and alderman positions.

League OF Women Voters Athens Orf Major Lermen Rerjetstion Anv Athens League of Woman Vote Misa Ames National League of Women Yolera Spensona Athens Woman’s Club Nom Ff

U.S. to supervise Georgia stockyards under new act

The secretary of agriculture will oversee Georgia stockyards and market yards under a new regulatory plan. The list includes Union Stockyards Atlanta and several others across Jacksonville, Memphis, and Moultrie with commissions and dealers to be paroled in. The move, announced Thursday, aims to formalize oversight and compliance for yard operations and market men.

Agricy Pitt Jackie Union Stockyards Atlanta

Hartley Lead Bullants In Seven Point Effort At Auburn

Dick Hartley scored seven points and starred on the Bullants forward line as a varsity backfield performer. He previously scored against Auburn last season after a forward pass, with high expectations for the Bulldogs in major northern games.

Wan Eliie Bullant Auburn Chéeves Machix Bulldogs

Murder trial of Rev Edwin R Stephenson opens in Birmingham

In Stephenson murder case state opening argues against prejudice as jurors tour the rectory porch where Father Coyle was killed. Assistant Solicitor John Morrow presents case noting national attention and possible jury verdict Friday. Ruth Stephenson related to Pedro Gussman testimony includes engagement and arranged marriage details.

Birmingham Edwin R. Stephenson Father Coyle John Morrow Pedro Gussman Ruth Stephenson Coyle Porto Rico Spain Uth

Oldest living alumnus gives to memorial fund

Savannah city treasurer Major Charles S. Hadee, reputedly the oldest living alumnus of the University of Georgia from the Franklin College class of 1848, contributed to the Million Dollar Memorial Fund. He led a drive among former students to donate the prorated sum of 315 dollars.

Savannah Charles S. Hadee University of Georgia Franklin College He State

Mother O'Mine at Palace Theater Spotlight

Betty Blythe stars in Mother O Mine at the Palace Theater two day engagement. The drama centers on a devoted mother who clears her son's name and averts the electric chair, delivering a powerful performance praised by patrons and critics.

Mother O'Mine Palace Theater Betty Blythe Queen of Sheba Athens James Oliver Curwood Mobigg O'Ming

Manufacturers Tax Plan Sparks Senate Debate

Senator Edge of New Jersey backs a manufacturers tax plan while opposing excise taxes. Debate centers on a compromise surtax plan with Lenroot of Wisconsin criticizing the agricultural block and arguing the proposal reduces taxes for incomes below 86 000.

Washington Wee i Republi N Mator Edge Epublican Ew Jersey New Jersey Lenroot Wisconsin

Ford's Offer to Take over Muscle Shoals To Be Reconsidered

Washington reports that conferences between Henry Ford engineers and War Department officials on Ford's proposals to take over Muscle Shoals will resume. Secretary Weeks said the talks will continue as part of the ongoing discussion.

Washington Henry Ford War Department Ford Weeks

Railroad labor board fails to avert strike through talks

United States Railway Labor Board failed to secure a concrete agreement with five unions as talks ended with no definite results. Leaders warned of plans to strike, while board members suggested possible future conferences and no immediate action announced. Hoover announced complete plans for moving essential commodities in case of a general railroad strike.

Associated Press Chicago United States Railway Labor Board Hooper Barton's Pearersens Fontéago Cleveland Hooda Hoover Washington

Rehabilitation: to reinstate from war's toll at Georgia

The piece reflects on university faculty and students after war, describing graduates returning as men or broken for life. It notes the challenge of reintegrating veterans into roles, balancing old guidance with new endurance, and the university’s duty to heal and restore.

Sara Cobb Baxter University of Georgia Fresman Assumption Donora Georgia

Realtors Could Aid Hoover In Building Block Plan

President Hiett of the National Association Real Estate Boards sent a bulletin to 385 local boards outlining how realtors may assist Hoover in reducing unemployment and boosting the building industry. He says increased building would ease housing, create jobs, and stimulate commerce, urging committees to push the plan.

Chicago Hoover Hiett National Association Real Estate Boards United States Mae

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