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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1913

Page

10

Jay H. Epting Co. Pushes Growth Amid Market Talk

In Athens broad street, Jay H. Epting Co. proclaims buying acumen over selling tricks and invites public chatter as it expands. The firm touts low prices, systematic purchasing, and profits shared with customers while facing competitor claims of bankruptcy. Tomorrow offers matting art squares and large rugs at bundled low prices. The newly organized Missionary society of the Fi young ladies meets at four in the afternoon.

Citheta Oesistence Athens Broad Street Jay Omers Jay H. Epting Missionary Society OF the Raaren Methodist

Annie Russell and Her Company Shine in Colonial Revival

The Colonial stage last night featured Annie Russell in a flawless revival of Oliver Goldsmith's classic. Critics praised Miss Russell's performance as Kate Harlowe and the strong supporting cast including Oswald Yorke and Leslie Austin, with meticulous staging enhancing the wholesome comedy.

Miss Russell Kate Harlowe Oswald Yorke Leslie Austin America Miss Russel Oliver Goldsmith Athens

New Challenge: Determining Hash Composition Arises

The article notes a rising need to determine hash composition as beef prices soar. It emphasizes the inevitability of solving this problem amid escalating beef costs.

Dr Poteat to Address Athens Men at Y M C A Meet

Dr L E Poteat of Furman will address a mass meeting for the men of Athens at 4 o clock in the First Baptist church as part of the Georgia college men s Y M C A conference. The event invites all local men including students and visiting Y M C A fellows. Sessions yesterday were reported exceptionally helpful and interesting.

Georgia College First Baptist Church L. E. M. Poteat Furman Athens Dr. Poteat

Burglars Hit Two Businesses. Police Seek Thieves

Two local businesses were entered and robbed in separate incidents as police launch a manhunt for the suspects. Officers urge anyone with information to contact the precinct. The incidents remain under investigation with no arrests announced.

Burglary Report Near Beer Place and Hawkes Brothers Store

Police investigated break ins at Becker near beer saloon on Wall Street and Hawkes Brothers grocery on South Lumpkin Street. Entry came through broken front glass on Friday night amid rain. Small cash amount left at Wall Street site. burglars used a tiny opening, suggesting a small intruder.

Wall Street Beer Place Lumpkin Street Becker Hawkes Brothers South Lumpkin Street

Flower Show in Hiawassee Delights Settlement Ex Exhibition

A local flower show in Hiawassee drew a settlement audience last night with vibrant displays and strong judging results. Attendees praised the organizers and noted the event as a standout community exhibit.

First Flower and Vegatable Show Held at Hiawassee Settlement

Experienced judges declared the first annual show unusually good. Last night the Hiawassee Settlement hosted a flower and vegetable show with music by the S. M. G. C. band and a box supper. Judges praised roses geraniums chrysanthemums and French marigolds among abundant blooms. Por plants ferns and other displays added charm though the vegetable exhibit was small. Exhibits were tasteful with beautiful decorations and the settlement will keep the show open today for visitors to view Newers and plants. Prize winners will be announced Tuesday.

Hiawassee S. M. GC Athens

Moorefield and Bishop Turned Over to Federal Officers

Greensboro Ga Oct 25 Moorefield and Bishop former Athens men whose alleged sale of valueless stock across Georgia counties and misuse of the mails prompted warrants were surrendered to county officials and sent by evening train to Athens for federal action.

Greensboro Moorefield Bishop Athens Georgia

Committee Meeting Deferred for City Primary

The executive committee failed to meet yesterday afternoon and set no date for the city primary. Due to unavoidable reasons most members could not attend, and the session is re called for Monday afternoon.

Richmond Academy Dominates Athens High in 28–0 Victory

In Augusta on October 25 Richmond Academy overwhelmed Athens High 28 to 0. Richmond scored four touchdowns and four goals while Athens, typically strong at home, failed to show its usual fire and were outplayed throughout the game.

Augusta Richmond Academy Athens

Georgia Rail Schedule Not Changed Today

The Georgia railroad will not implement today’s announced schedule change. Several trains retain current times with limited notice and later confirmation pending. Trains affected include numbers fifty-four at 4:05, fifty-three at 1:25, and fifty-five at 9:00.

Georgia Railroad

Rail schedule shows Athens Augusta express stops

Seargia Railroad lists train numbers with times from Athens to Augusta. Trains 50 and 55 run solid between Athens and Augusta, with departures at 7 20 a m 9 15 a m 9 45 a m 4 05 p m and 9 00 p m.

Athens Augusta

Two Beautiful Show Windows in Athens Applauded

The article praises two show windows at Michael's in Athens describing them as the prettiest seen in years for general effect and refined detail. It notes the windows deserve the highest compliment for their visual appeal.

Michael's Athens

Nighttime Shooting At Allenville Leaves Man Dead

Early hours today at Allenville a Black man, Louis Collins, was fatally shot by Jack Swain according to a police report. The night watchman at the fertiliser plant confirmed the death and said the shooter escaped.

Negro Habltat Allenville Lueis Collins Jack Swain Fertili Ger

Mrs Pankhurst Visits America Faces Mixed Support

Mrs Pankhurst aimed to mobilize funds and support in the United States but finds American suffrage advocates more discerning than expected. Her trip reveals cautious enthusiasm rather than the hoped for surge in backing.

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Wingfield Wingfield’s Shop of Quality Nick Annie Russell Alonzo Richardson & Co Certified Public Accountants Empire Building Atlanta Athens Savings Bank Savings Bank of Certified Public Accountants Athens High Seargia Railroad Cobb ST Hill Crest Springdale ST Milledge Baxter ST Reese ST State ST COR. Hoyt & State Chase ST Thomas ST Dougherty Erwin & CompAny Michael Rudolph Dinnick Broadway
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