International questions in famous J C Moore case grip trial
The trial opened after arguments over extradition under the Blaine pact with Canada. Prosecutors argue Moore, alias Lindsay, can be tried for the larceny after trust while defense contends extradition limits apply. State witnesses include R F Shedden and Miss Margaret E Donaldson as the case centers on a $1000 insurance policy and premium handling.
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Canada
Uncle Sam
John Bull
J. C. Moore
J. W. Lindsay
John Barber Wier
Moore
Georgia
United Sates
Webr
Clarke Superior Court
Margaret E Donaldson
Hever
Home Office
R. F. Shedden
Atlanta
the Mutual of New York
Carson
Miss Donaldson
Federal court pursues Athens men in Georgia scam
D E Moorefield and G W Bishop, accused of selling bogus stock and swindling, were in Greensboro seeking to bond or compromise with Prosecutor J H Bowles. Warrants from the U S court for fraudulent use of mails and seven Georgia sheriffs’ warrants await trial. Local bond set at 1000 dollars each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensboro
D. E. Moorefield
G. W. Bishop
Arcadia
Fla
J. H. Bowles
Bowles
Bank of
Colbert
Hixon
Columbus
Man
Moorefield
United States
Miller
United States Court
Georgia
Fire Prevention Officials Inspect City Findings
Fire prevention inspectors conducted a survey of the city yesterday focusing on deficient locations. Officials stated that a full bulletin will be issued later detailing the specific sites and needed measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CITY
Suggestions to Improve Athens Waterworks and Fire Department
The Georgia Fire Prevention Society visited Athens to inspect waterworks and fire departments. They report leaks and fragile hose, a dangerous stove flue, inadequate dikes, and insufficient hydrants and stations, urging upgrades including higher dikes, three way hydrants, more fire boxes, and additional fire stations.
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Waterworks and Fire Department
Sommaimalon
Athens
Fire Department
Booth case called again in court for mistrial
The case against John Carl Booth charged with wronging a young woman of this place was called yesterday morning after prior mistrials at previous terms. Brief argument over a continuance was noted and the matter was postponed for the term, with Booth having been called multiple times before at this sitting.
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John Carl Booth
Hodgson vs City of Athens Case Set For 4 A M
The case of C N Hodgson vs the City of Athens opened yesterday with sewer openings as the issue. A hearing was scheduled for 4 oclock this morning with jurors parties and witnesses to attend. Likely the Moore case may delay proceedings as it moves slowly.
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C. N. Hodgson
Athens
Change in Georgia Railroad Train Schedule
Effective Sunday, No. 54 from Athens to Union Point will depart at 3:45 PM Eastern time, five minutes earlier than before. Train No. 53 arrives at 1:30 PM under the new schedule, vs 1:35 PM previously, and the night train now reaches at 9:05 PM from Augusta. Fresh country eggs. King-Hodgson Company.
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Georgia Railroad
Athens
Union Point
Augusta
Mrs Gordon Seriously Ill at Bu Rose Avenue
Many friends of Mrs. J A Gordon on Bu Rose avenue mourn her serious illness and hope for a favorable turn soon. The text mentions a separate note about a legal matter where Mr Heyman of Atlanta, representing the prosecuting company, believes a case will be made out.
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J. Aa. Gordon
BuRose Avenue
Pea Renalees Ae
Mr. Heyman
Atlanta
Rally Day Sunday School Event At Oconee Street
Rally Day on Sunday features a grand program at the Synod OCONEE Street Sunday School with emphasis on community activities and religious instruction.
Rally Day at Oconve Street Methodist Sunday School
Next Sunday October 2 observes Rally Day with a 3 40 PM program including songs, recitations, a prayer by A S Rowland, readings by Ruth Delay and others, a Halftime address by Chancellor D C Barrow, and a benediction by Rev A A Sullivan. The public is invited.
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Oconve Street Methodist Sunday School
A. S. Rowland
Ruth Delay
Coyetta Winn
Flora Bailey
Bessie Jackson
Pearl Wells
Mell Brothers
Ethel Richards
Ethel Bailey
Jessie Sale
Cora Belle Tarr
Lottie Belle Wood
Ruby Wells
Evelina Childers
Amneile McCall
Estelle Davis
God
Flora Franklin
D. C. Barrow
A. A Sullivan
Georgia Presbyterians to Convene in Rome November Fourth
Dr E L Hill of this city announces the official docket for the Synod of Georgia meeting in Rome Ga on the 4th of next month. Memorial to the late Dr Henry Newton of Athens will be on the programme. Proceedings include opening sermon prayers roll reading committees reports and new business.
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Henry Newton
Athens
E. L. Hill
D. D
First Presbyterian Church
Synod of Georgia
Rome
Messrs. Hill
Cartledge
McPhail
C. A. Rowland
Georgia
J. G. Herndon
LaGrange
A. A. Little
J. C. Stacy
Bible Cause
B. W. Mebane
G. G. Sydnor
S. L. McCarty
G. L. Bitzer
T.E. Converse
J. H. Patton
Presbyterian Hospital
J. B. Ficklen
Columbia Seminary
F. H. Sims
J. T. Brantley
Donald Fraser
Thornwell Orphan
Herry Newton
Dr Weatherford Uses East Asia Contrast In Athens Talk
Dr W D Weatherford of New York addressed fifty to sixty college YMCA men from many institutions in Athens on social and economic conditions in China Japan and the Orient. He urged modern western civilization blended with virile Christianity and noted America’s advantages. The conference continued in the University Library today with sessions and chapel speakers including Dr Ramsaur and Dr Poteat. The report called for replacing aging equipment with modern facilities at once.
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Athens
College Y. M. C. A
W. D. Weatherford
New York
East
China
Japan
Russia
Orient
University
Ramsaur
Poteat
Clarke County Grand Jury General Presentments Oct
General presentments report Clarke County grand jury outlines for October. Bids for state school books for five years go to the school book commission then sub commission for review with a final ratification due November 25. Bids must reach the school commissioner by Saturday noon. Dr. T J Wooster comments on upcoming Atlanta meeting and delay in book bid action until November 25.
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Atlanta
School Book Commission
L. F. Wirod
Jefferson
J. M. Collum
Americus
Jason Scarboro
Tifton
E. B. Gresham
Waynesboro
G. W. Brindle
Surrency
Wooster
T. J. Wooster
School of Education
University of Georgia
Mar and Franks
Special Commission
Commiss UN
Seaboard Special Train to Atlanta from Athens Saturday
Seaboard schedules a special round trip train from Athens to Atlanta leaving 8 20 a m Saturday October 25th. Round trip fare four dollars fifty cents. The text also details a synodical assembly program in Rome focusing on foreign missions with multiple addresses and conference sessions led by named speakers and ending with a benediction.
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Atlanta
Athens
Clarke County Grand Jury Recommends Court Schedule Changes
Clarke County grand jury reports for October term 1913 urges moving superior court to the second and third Mondays in January and July. It also pushes train posting enforcement, night telegraph operation, and warns pool rooms about minor restrictions. They endorse Judge Brand and Solicitor General Gamble and include treasurer, tax collector, and auditor records with commendations and recommendations.
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Clarke County
W. P. Brooks
Brand
Gamble
Clarke
Said
Clarke Superior Court
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Margaret E. Donaldson
Bishop
Georgia Fire Prevention Society
Messrs. R. T. Caldwell
Geo. Harrington
W. W.W. Roberts
Vernon Hall
R. C. Clapp
E. S. Wilson
Macon
G. H. Collins
Geo. R .Williams
Hotel Georgian
Southern Mutual
The
Columbia
Messrs
A. E. Griffith
President Rose
Dean
Hamilton Yancey
R. T. du. Bose
Hamilton McWhorter
Hodgson
King-Hodgson Company
J. A. Gordon
Oconee Street
DR. EL. Hill
Georgia Presbyterians
Docket Synod of Georgia
S. McLeroy
D. W Brannen
Brank
Assembly
I. S. McElroy
R. 0. Flinn
J. G. Patton
DR. Poteat
College
Weatherford Fine
Grand Jury
DR. Woofter
Seaboard
D. Clay Lilly
James I. Vance
Synod
Committee On Foreign Missions
R. S. Brank
Jos. R. Sevier
D. H. Ogden
Wm. Mortisan
Africa
James J. Vance
Egbert W. Smith
Ministry For
Jan
Joly
Ereto
J. H. Dorsey
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