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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1922

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Georgia Bulldogs Defeat Petrels 26 to 6 in Atlanta

The Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Oglethorpe Petrels 26 to 6 at Sanford Field. Dan Post and Adrian Maurer sparked a late burst with a 78 yard kickoff return and a 26 yard run, while Joe Bennett’s 70 yard interception return sealed the win as Georgia overcame a tough first half and forced several Oglethorpe fumbles.

Georgia Bulldogs Petrels Oglethorpe UABLE Georgia Tacklerg Dan Post Mulvihill Randall David Atrantians Fate Morris Stephens Post Maurier Oval Joe

Clarke Fair Closes Today Final Prize Awards to be Made

Clarke County hosts its first fair in twenty years closing today with final prize awards. Commercial Travelers day features a program directed by the Athens camp of United Commercial Travelers.

Clarke Fair Clarke County Athens United Commercial Travelers Annie Mae Wood Bryant Girls Canning Club Woman's Department Clarke County Fair Anne M. W. Bryant R. J) Hancock W. RR. Jennings Jan Dy Bones W. R. Coyle R. W. Lampkin Ernest Eldson W. R. Phillips T. A. Flenry W. E. Henry R. C. Nunn W. Purgee T. A. Henry J. 7. Evans J. D. Fleming Elliot

Oil Hopes Rise as Clarke County Deposits Promised

In Athens a street encounter with a local researcher sparked talk of a potential oil deposit in Clarke County. He and others report strong oil indications around Clarke and Franklin counties, suggesting a paying well could boost Athens as a regional oil hub. Broad Street improvements and fair prize awards also drew attention amid the city’s busy week.

T. Larry Gantt Franklin County Clarke County Athens Dorsey Fiat Franklin Clarke Connell Carnesyills Athena Carnesville Ours

Mother And Son Held In Poison Investigation

CHICAGO Mrs Tilly Klimek and her son Joseph Mitkewicz 26 were arrested Friday and held as police and the coroner probe the death of her husband Joseph Klimek 52 described as a slow poison. Authorities say Klimek may be a fifth husband with others possibly earlier. Police allege Mrs Klimek learned of life insurance and took out two policies while she is said to have taunted him with remarks about his near death and long life.

Chicago Tilly Klimek Joseph Mitkewicz Joseph Kiimek

George Victory Cost Not a Cent

Washington reports that Walter F. George did not spend a nickel to win the Georgia Senate seat left vacant by Senator Watson's death, according to a sworn Friday filing. The disclosure underscores a frugal campaign expenditure record in a hard fought race.

Washington Walter F. George Senate Georgia Watson

Armistice Day Spoofs Big Observance in Athens

Armistice Day will be celebrated in Athens with a multi day program starting Friday night and ending Saturday night. General Paul B. Malone will deliver the noon address at Sanford Field, followed by the Georgia Virginia football game at 3:00. Two dances, a hotel banquet, and a campus paner are planned with Legion and Auxiliary sponsorship and wide cooperation from university groups.

Atheny Sanford Field Paul B. Malone Fort Benning General Malone Athens Woman's Club Allen R. Fleming American Legion University Ofy ‘Georgia University of Virginia Charlottesville The Athletic Association Costa's Legion and Auxiliary Moas Pan-Hellenic Council Legion Legionnaires

Identity of Slayer Of Woman Not Known

Cleveland Ohio reports the slayer of Mrs Hazel May Burns remains unidentified as Lake County authorities continue a 25 hour interrogation of Henry Burns. Burns denied involvement while in the Painesville morgue he cried and clasped his wife’s body, appearing to pray.

Cleveland Ohio Hazel May Henry Burns Painesville Ana Ralph M. Ogtrander Lake County Burns

Cox Aogailg 6.O.P. in Friday Address

Jackson Tennessee James M Cox former Ohio governor and 1920s Democratic presidential candidate spoke in Tennessee praising Democrats while denouncing the Fordney McCumber tariff calling it a monstrous outrage He predicted a Democratic House next congress and a Democratic sweep in Ohio next month The talk also attacked the Republican administration on class justice coal and railroad strikes foreign policy and Newberry seating He arrived Friday morning with a luncheon preceding his address Also in Texas Julian Onderdonk renowned painter of Texas bluebonnets died at 40.

Jackson Tenn James M. Cox Ohio Tennessee House of Representatives Cox Newberry Europe

Parley urged to discuss all unsettled financial issues

Elbert H. Gary of United States Steel urged a new international peace conference in Washington to candidly discuss all unsettled financial commercial and industrial questions involving the United States. He warned against cancelling Europe s debts or forcing charity and said decisions should stem from individual citizens rather than governments.

New York Washington United States Elbert H. Gary United States Steel Corporation American Iron and Steel Institute Wood Europe

Another Rector Is Slain by a Woman in Havre Montana

In Havre Montana Rector Rey Edward J Christier of St Marks Episcopal church and Milk River valley Missionary was shot dead in his home early Friday. Margaret Carleton a congregation member and former district judge’s wife now in California is accused as the killer. Carleton reportedly killed herself after the act. The two families had long been friends and she offered no explanation for the shooting.

Havre Montana Rey Edward J. Christier St. Marks Episcopal Church Milk River Margaret Carleton California Carleton Chatauqua Carleton Lefe

New Year Book From C. H. Brand Ready for Distribution

The 1921 year book published by the department of agriculture is off the press and ready for distribution. Each congressman gets 677 copies, and constituents in this district may obtain copies from Hon. Charles H. Brand of Athens. Judge Brand notes the volume is more comprehensive and analyzes present day agricultural problems in depth.

Department of Agriculture Charles H. Brand Athens Judge Brand

Real Estate Gains Highlight Local Market Activity

Real estate sales are improving with numerous transactions reported recently. The Cooper residence on Cloverhurst Avenue sold to C. S. Ranon via H. O. Epting & Co and R. S. Freeman, described as one of the area's finest homes and bringing a splendid price. Found dead in bed in Macon, Albert J. Frank, 16, was listed as a boxer slated to compete Friday night.

L Cooper C. S. Ranon H. O. Epting & Co R. S. Freeman Copper Place Cloverhurst Avenue Macon Albert J. Frank

Lloyd George coalition pledges reshape British race scene

In London districts conservatives agree not to oppose Lloyd George aligned Liberal candidates who pledge support to Prime Minister Bonar Law. Some northern Lloyd Georgians resist bargains while unions back Winston Churchill and J. A. MacDonald. Lloyd George hints at guidance for a Saturday speech as parties seek cross faction pacts ahead of a divided government.

London Associated Press L Liberal Lloyd Gorge Bonar Law Wundee Winston Spencer Churchil Lloyd-George J. A. MacDonald the Times Lloyd “George Lloyd Geowa Lloyd George Glas Row Daily Mirror Europe

Merchants Oppose Repeal of Georgia Tax Equalization

In Atlanta the Retail Merchants Association backed by Fulton County reps elect spoke against repealing the state tax equalization law. After a speech by John Y. Smith the group adopted a unanimous resolution to oppose the repeal at the next General Assembly session. The presenter warned Walker's platform favors repeal, arguing it would bankrupt the state and calling the current act a rational tax measure.

Atlanta Atlante Associa Lanta Retail Snsects John Y . Smith Fulton County Soak Walker Georgis

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