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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1922
Page
5
The New York Yankees struggled with third base weakness last season until Joe Dugan was obtained from Boston. His arrival helped the club again contend for the American League pennant as Washington faced a similar infield issue last year.
Claims No-To-Bac can end tobacco cravings with a harmless tablet. Promises quick relief from smoking and chewing urges, improved health and finances, and a money back guarantee if cravings persist. No specific dates or organizations are cited.
50c luncheon includes soup baked Spanish Macken-tope, roast beef, Augrattin potatoes, string beans, beets, corn muffins, hot biscuit, current pudding, and coffee tea or milk. 50c dinner features broiled veal chops, French fried potatoes, green peas, pearl grits, hot rolls, with coffee or tea.
The article describes Howard Shanks being named regular at third before a broken hand ended his season. Owen Bush filled in but soon suffered a leg injury, Lamotte and Shanks both getting chances before more injuries. Bluege emerges as a potential regular in 1923 as Washington used multiple players at third with no clear starter.
Captain Forbes Knox Fowler Dynamite Jackson and Armand Mepp are absent from Athens High as the Maroon roster shifts for a Lavonia High game this afternoon. Coach Wiehrs takes eighteen men to Lavonia while locals back a hard fight to secure a win.
In the twentieth meeting between Clemson and South Carolina at Columbia, Clemson College defeated the Gamecocks 3-0 before an estimated crowd of 10 000 to 12 000. The rivalry game featured fierce lines and a scoreless first half after hard line plunges met stout defense.
Georgia lineups and positions battle with Petrel in a rough 14-0 showing. The article lists players across ends tackles guards centers backs and a detailed lineup amid a page continuation.
Athens Boy Scouts plan a father and son possum hunt led by Mr Wade Parr with the best dogs. The group will meet at city hall at 7 30 Friday night for entry and after the hunt they will gather around a fire and share a time together.
Additional winners at Clarke county fair have been announced. Entry No 7 by L M Pennock a white Leghorn cockerel attracted attention alongside noted J Jones exhibits and fine Sh Chickens, cheikens, and other show stock.
A truncated reader item highlights standout Virginia dining spots with mentions of seafood options such as Spanish mackerel salmon and trout along with oysters. The fragment references a broader food guide or choices column and hints at specific locales.
The Sporting World observes Hollis Vandiver, a four year Georgia guard nicknamed Nemo, in a record of strong forward defense in Dixie. He is slated to face Oglethorpe this Friday for the Georgia game.
Oglethorpe Petrels travel to Athens to challenge Georgia in a Friday clash. The series, now three meetings, features Maurer and Davis on defense for Georgia, with possible reserve lineups as Stegeman weighs next week’s trek to Columbus and the Tigers.
Tickets for Georgia football clashes with Auburn Virginia and Vanderbilt went on sale at Costa's at 10 AM Thursday. Auburn game set in Columbus on November 4, Virginia in Athens on November 11, Vanderbilt on November 18. Oglethorpe tickets also posted.
The article traces evolving names and patents for gas water heaters from England to the United States. It notes the 1885 English first patent, a US patent later in 1885, a 1897 thermostat regulated model, and by the early 20th century the device becomes common with 1.5 million units in use and growth of about 100,000 annually.
Oglethorpe and Georgia meet at Sanford Field Friday at 3:96 in the annual grid clash. The expected aerial attack and a lively forward passing game may be staged as both teams plan to use regulars for several quarters in preparation for the Auburn clash.
The article notes a 3:30 p.m. Friday game with admission at $1.50 and tickets selling at Costa's. Georgia aims to limit the Bulldogs’ opponents while scouts from Auburn, Alabama, Virginia, and Vanderbilt watch, with Stegeman and the freshmen team also involved in nearby games.
Gene Sarazen, touring American open golf champion, swerved his car onto a sidewalk to avoid Luke Robinson of White Plains. Robinson was knocked down, suffering a fractured skull and multiple broken ribs. The accident was deemed unavoidable by witnesses. Clemson College to donate ten percent of gate receipts from the South Carolina game to Near East Relief.
Fragmentary report notes a shift in a local firm leadership or affiliation in St Louis. Details are illegible but reference to a commercial asset and a candy company involvement.
Sealed proposals are invited by the City of Novi for erecting a project in the city. Specifications and contract documents may be obtained by applying at the city office. Bids must be delivered by the specified time to the city clerk.
An early 20th century ad fragment lists dinner offerings including oysters rye bread and butterfly buns. Mentions timing at eight and references Jno G Quins Samba Spots Visk Ad and various bread products and sausages.
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