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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1921

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Cheating Swindling Charge Swirls Around Athens Hotel Plan

W R O Neale is jailed in Athens on a warrant for cheating and swindling filed by T A Barber of Atlanta. He proclaims innocence and says he will return within hours or days to push a $50,000 hotel remodeling project. Hewett Detective Agency links back to Atlanta cases. Neale claims a strong business claim with Sie Cooper Construction.

Athens W. R. O'Neale Atlanta Ham Siewett Fulton County Sheriff's Office T. A. Barbet Atlan Emmett O'Neale Balnbride Tha Athena Shackelford Augusta Sie Cooper Construction Company Hewett Neale O'Neale O’nealoaid Jack Leg O'Neal Julian Erwin Tlewett Howatt Barber

Petition for half hour clock punching in Athens

A petition circulated by merchants in Athens asks city officials to have downtown street clocks punched every half hour during the night by the mileo force. The move responds to recent burglary attempts in the downtown area, especially during the early hours Sunday morning.

Athens Tims Mileo Force

Strike Will Not Affect Central Of Georgia Railroad

H G Sullivan commercial agent for Central of Georgia says the railroad will not be affected by the threatened strike. The strike scheduled for Sunday October 20 does not involve Central of Georgia as per TM issued by strike heads. Sullivan notes many workers on payroll now work two to three days weekly and would welcome a return to full-time work.

H. G. Sullivan Central of

Conference Set for 1900 Chairmen Hearing

The United States Railroad Labor Board announced a hearing to be held Wednesday. One of the 1,400 general chairmen summoned is expected to attend in person and cannot be represented by another officer.

NCAGO United Sta "Ailroad Labor Board

Still Raided Five Arrested In Oconee County

A still was raided at Hugh Ward’s place in the Wildcat District of Oconee County by Deputy Marshal H. D. Miller and county authorities. Five men were arrested in connection with operating the still. R. H. Butler is held in the county hall awaiting trial on operating the still, while four others are held on suspicion of involvement.

Hugh Ward Wildcat Oconee County Marshall H. D. Miller R. H. Butler

Japan calls for navy parity at Limitation Conference

Aboard the Kashima Maru the Japanese delegation argues the defense navy must be large enough to meet any nation’s potential force. In Richmond Virginia Dr W A Hadley faces trial for the murder of his wife, with proceedings set to begin Tuesday.

Japan United States Hadley Richmond Virginia W. A. Hadley

Armistice Day Observance Aims At National Unity

The American Legion Weekly outlines Armistice Day 1921 observances with Arlington burial of an unknown American soldier. A two minute national silent prayer, gathered Legionnaires, officials, and foreign representatives will honor the fallen. Local proclamations, suspensions of business, and ceremonial pageants are planned to extend reverence and education about World War sacrifices.

American Legion Weekly France America Arlington National Cemetery Harding Department of the American Legion Congressional Medal of Honor Congress Cabinet Congress of Nations New York Chicago San Francisco Tance Telephone Cal Legion Poste Shires Sia Legion Oh!o Rotary Kiwanis Armistics Legionsnaires Com_munity Service

Powdered circoat touted as quick disinfectant

A brief note claims powdered circoat is an excellent disinfectant that rapidly absorbs unpleasant odors. The text presents a promotional tone with a focus on cleanliness benefits. The readable fragment lacks specifics on usage, sources, or dates.

Winners in Salesmanship Club Announced By Judges

The Banner-Herald proclaims the Salesmanship Drive prizewinners after a two month campaign to boost newspaper circulation. Judges credit untiring effort by members, noting the plan benefited readers and advertisers in Athens. Prizes will be mailed to winners promptly.

Banner-Herald Hanner-Herald Banner- Herald Abcere Warner-Herald Tembera Athens Ita

GOOPER'S SLIVER BEING TRIED IN GWANETT WEEK

Gwinnett County court convened Monday to try Wesley Collored for the killing of Mr W A Cooper a retired banker of Grayson three weeks ago. Judge Blanton Fortson presiding Solicitor W O Dean assisted by Col J L Oakes F L Kelley and M D twin to represent the defendant Grand jury indicted the accused and trial to begin once a jury is chosen Crowded towns from every district with orderly conduct and strong interest in the case.

Lawrenceville Georgia Superior Court Gwinnet County Wesley Grayson Blanton Fortson W. O. Dean J. L. Oakes F. L. Kelley M. D

Arrange Ceremony For Unknown Dead

Washington war department announced that about 4000 seats, roughly one-fifth of the memorial auditorium capacity, had been reserved for mothers or close female relatives of World War dead for Armistice Day. No more than two seats per application. those awaiting attendance urged to apply immediately, with distribution by lot if more than one seat is requested. Applications to the adjutant general, Washington.

Washington Rath Memorial Amphithé Lot Ute Jutant General Washington, D

Georgia State Fair Opens With Expanded Displays

The seventy fifth Georgia State fair begins Thursday at 9 am for ten days, featuring enlarged displays in agriculture horticulture livestock art and machinery. County entries expand beyond Georgia as displays from elsewhere are accepted. Governors Day with Gov Hardwick. harness races start Saturday and automobile races on closing day. Macon merchants close half a day for fair attendance.

Macon Georgia Hardwick Staf

476000 Men Set to Strike Sunday in Rail Labor Turmoil

Chicago report from the Associated Press notes 476 000 train service workers switchmen and telegraphers face a potential walkout if the planned strike proceeds. Signalmen have voted to stay at work and most other rail unions fear a nationwide stoppage unless the United States Railroad Labor Board convenes a meeting Wednesday to avert the action.

Chicago Associated’ Press Tpo Loos Pias United States Railroad Labor Board Londay

Local Style Show at the Palace This Tuesday

The Palace hosts a fashion show Tuesday afternoon at four and again at nine o clock featuring current season styles in women s wear. Local young women wear the costumes and ensembles come from the Enes and other markets with evening dresses sport models gowns and hats. A highlight is Bluma Funkenstein performing a sole dance, noted Athens artist whose renditions have charmed Palace audiences.

Ense Bluma Funkenstein Athens

Four Die From Gas in Cleveland Restaurant Case

Police say four people died from fumigation gas in a Cleveland restaurant. Frank Prier and his daughter Mabel, 29, were found dead in one apartment, while Mrs J W Brephi and Miss Helen Ashelman were found in the lower floor dining area. The victims appeared to have been dead about twelve hours.

Cleveland Frank Prier Mabel J. W. Brephi Helen Ashelman

Potato Crop Stored at Statesboro

Potato crop stored at Statesboro reported in local crop notes. Fragmentary OCR mentions toed section and unidentified dates or details.

Statesboro

Chattanooga veterans attend Confederate reunion from Athens

Delegates A. G. Elder L. Montgomery and C. T. Brooks left Athens Monday morning to represent Cobb Delonsy camp at the Chattanooga Confederate veteran reunion. The event, starting October 26, spans three days in the Tennessee city and marks a major gathering of dwindling 60s veterans. Chattanooga promises top entertainments and hospitality for the annual reunion.

Threa Athens Chattanooga Cobb-Delonsy A. G. Elder L. Montgomery C. T. Brooks Tennessee South

Former Emperor Charles and Wife Captured in Hungary

Associated Press reports former Emperor Charles and Empress Zita were captured Monday near Komorn and confined in a Tata castle guarded by government troops. Royalist forces were pressed at Bicske as Budapest’s government vowed victory with about 20 000 troops and Admiral Horthy said Charles would be handed to a British commission for transport to a penal site.

Associated Press Budapest Charles Zita Komorn Aind Tata Tovaros Bicske Tata Taveras Hudapeat Here Horthy St Helena

Senator Cameron Indicted for Perjury in Arizona

SENATOR CAMERON of Arizona faces a federal grand jury indictment for perjury. He said he had received no word of the case but would prove his innocence and denied improper use of funds in his election, while noting political fees may have sought the indictment.

Bill Washington United States Cameron Arizona

Beer for Medicine Washington Permit Issued for Medical Use

The Treasury Department issued a permit governing the medical use of beer and wine. It allows physicians to prescribe two and a half gallons of beer or two quarts of wine at a time with no set limit on the number of prescriptions, reflecting the federal approach to alcohol for medical purposes.

Washington Treasury Department

Tift Rises Poultry Industry at Local Exhibits

Tift county hosts more than a dozen poultry breeders with exhibits at Adel Albany and Atlanta fairs. Exhibitors claim numerous first prizes and blue ribbons, with one exhibitor winning nine prizes from eleven entries. Several exhibitors plan to send stock to the State fair as county production surpasses local consumption.

Tifteminty Fates Adel Albany Atlanta Tift County

Settlement plan faced by roads board amid strike threat

Board will submit a settlement plan to the roads board as unions warned a strike might be settled not postponed. Union leaders expressed guarded optimism about resolution while stressing the need for a tangible agreement on stalled negotiations and worker concerns.

Concerted action plan to avert national rail strike

Attorney General Daugherty outlined a program for concerted action and harmony of effort to prevent a nationwide railroad strike. He said the department would be prepared for emergencies, while noting unions cannot strike in groups without violating conspiracy laws. The plan has Harding's approval.

Washington Daugherty United States Trid New Chicago Cleveland Buffalo Indianapolis Nanona Fond Harding

Rail labor board delays plan as strike leaders meet

In Chicago the United States railway labor board says it will not craft a settlement plan during the Wednesday meeting with union and carrier chiefs. The hearing will focus on the Transportation Act, with no immediate settlement steps anticipated. Union presidents warn the strike could not be postponed, while board members expect decisions after October 30 as 1600 union leaders attend.

Associated Press Chicago United States Railway Labor Board Dace Ume Arsenemiece Re Unionn

Wild Goose Legend At Palace Theatre

A Cosmopolitan Paramount film titled The Wild Goose presents a tale of enduring loyalty as a pair of lovers face trials and deception. Holmes E. Herbert Joseph Smiley and Norma Dertray headline with a fashion show by Miss Bluma Puntenstein.

Palace Theatre Frank Whitec Holmes E. Herbert Iee Joseph Smiley Normah Dertray

Duke divorce sought by Min nelia Biddle Duke in court

In common pleas court Monday, Min nelia Biddle Duke formerly Cordelia Biddle daughter of Major Anthony J. Drexel Biddle filed for divorce from An tier B. Duke. The suit claimed cruelty and was processed before a master, with details recorded as part of the decree proceedings.

Minnelia Biddle Duke Cordelia Biddle Major Anthony J. Drexel Biddle Antier B. Duke Common Pleas

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Wade W. I. O'Neale Robie Haley Lavonia W. L. Coxe Columbia Auto Andy Chevrolet M. J. Griffeth Winder Tl Banner-Hera'd Salesmanship Club Nai Lexington Auto Ola Snap Shevrolet Ato Mra Sebi Eo Ware Acolian Vocalin H. L. Spratlin Aeolian Vocalion Mabel Roane Munroe L. D. Penny May Anderson Watkinsville Hoosier N. B. Hoover Louise Alexander Commerce E. H. Dorsey J. Warren. Smith C. D. Planigen Gooper Gwanett Fortson Grayson Planter OMY Wien Ie Ee Anymbes Rye Paris Davidsboro Jchattanooga Wife Komorn Senator Cameron Arizona Grand Jury Phoenix United Blaces Federal District Court Minute Book South Carolina Allendale Kirkland Eugene P. Walker Appleton Bennett Fairfax TIFT Tifton Wild Ld Goose
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