Winnie Davis Memorial Hall to be formally turned over to State Normal School
A ceremony at Winnie Davis Memorial Hall in Athens marks its transfer to the State Normal School. Delegates from Georgia Daughters of the Confederacy attend with Confederate veterans and local dignitaries including President Branson, Chancellor Hill, and several state leaders. The program includes prayers, addresses, a presentation, and a luncheon before the visitors depart.
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Winnie Davis
State Normal School
Georgia Division
the Daughters of the Confederacy
Georgia
Daughters of the Confederacy
Athens
Atlanta
Laura Rutherford
Athens Daughters
A. H O'Parrell
A . Hell
Bil- Japa Phinisy
R. W. Lamkin
J. N. Webb
E. B. Mell
Laura Rasherford
Alex 8. Erwin
M. A. Lipscomb
E.C Branson
M W. Stovall
Misa Elizabeth Bainger
T. W. Reed
W. J. Peeples
M. B. Welch
Birs. E. A Crawford
Memorial
Branson
Funeral at First Methodist for Mrs. F. B. Eaves
The funeral for Mrs. F B Eaves was held at the First Methodist Church in Athens at eleven. A large gathering attended as the casket rested before the chancel under floral tributes from Atlanta friends. Dr W P Lovejoy preached a tribute rich in faith. the remains were laid to rest in Oconee cemetery.
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F. B. Eaves
First Methodist
Atlanta
W. W. Lampkin
Morrell
G. T. Morrell
J.O. Mell
Oconee Cemetery
Real Estate Transfers In Athens Real Estate Moves
Yesterday R T DeBose bought for Mrs Frances Long Taylor the Lumpkin and Clayton street corner building now occupied by Athens Steam Laundry N W Collett will continue in the same building under lease from Mrs Taylor DaBose also bought for Mr Billups Phinizy the A R Robertson place on Milledge avenue Phinizy plans several new residences there to improve the property These are among DaBose real estate transactions.
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R T. DeBose
Frances Long Taylor
Mississippi
Lumpkin and
Clayton Street
Athens
N. W Collett
Taylor
DaBose
Billups Phinizy
A. R. Robertson
Milledge Avenue
Phinizy
Attention Guards Drill atremble ordered by Captain
A Civil War style drill notice from Captain W. A. Capps calls a large turnout for regular night drill at the armory in extended order. The notice stresses discipline and attendance.
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W. A. Capps
Loving Cup Presented to Lieutenant Commander Hodgson
After three years as executive officer of the battleship Indiana now at New York Navy Yard, Lieutenant Commander A O Hodgson retires with a testimonial from the crew. The crew credits his leadership for financial responsibility and care of sailors. A presentation by ship’s Blacksmith Porter J Hand accompanied by a cheers-filled departure. Hodgson is a well known local figure and brother of several Hodgsons in the city.
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Indiana
New York Navy Yard
A O. Hodgson
Dhe Roca
Emeryst Lancheon
Cee Thacrew
Foa
Porter J. Hand
Itesa
Hodgson
Messrs
A. H
E. R
J.M
G. T. Hodgson
Arm Amputation After Corn Shredder Accident
Ed T. Hale of near Winterville suffered a severe injury when his arm became entangled in a corn shredder. Doctors amputated below the elbow and he remains in critical but hopeful condition. Hale is a about thirty and married.
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Winterville
Ed T. Hale
Hale
Carter
City Drug Stores Vote to Close Early in 1903
Local physicians endorse earlier closing from 10 to 9 o clock starting Nov 1 1903. Orr Drug Co Warren J Smith & Bro H BR Palmer & Sons E O McEvoy sign the agreement. DeWitt Witch Hazel Salve advertised as the best for burns piles and skin conditions by E O DeWitt.
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J. C. Bloomfield
I. H. Goss
W. B. Conway
D.B Petrie
D. D. Quillian
Orr Drug Co
Warren J. Smith & Bro
H. BR. Palmer& Sons
McEvoy
DeWitt
E.O. Dewitt
East Point Professor Engaged to Lead Tuckston School
Prof Tom Murray of East Point Ga has been engaged to teach the Tuckston settlement school and will begin soon. He served valiantly in the Troop Artillery during the war and will receive a warm reception from patrons. His family will stay in East Point for a time. Dieting Invites Disease promotes Kodol as a cure for indigestion and stomach troubles sold by groggists.
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Edgerton
Jack Hart
Tom
W. Nunally
Harold
Harvey Moore
C. Bloodworth
Tom Murray
East Point, Ga
Tuckston Settlement
Athens
Prof
Murray
Tuckston
East Point
Mr Mize Returns From Philippines to Athens
Mr. O A Mize longtime section resident and former Philippines government school teacher arrived home in Athens yesterday greeting many friends. He had served as provincial supervisor in the Philippines, then left for a higher government post in Washington D C awaiting new assignment. He is a University of Georgia graduate and nephew of Lieut John McKie of the city.
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O. A. Mize
Philippines
Athens
Isle of Man and Manx People in a New Play
The piece explains the Isle of Man as a small nation near England and describes Manx people as a long established, quaint Celtic race. Hall Caine, resident at Greba Castle, owns much of the island and the play being shown reflects Manx character with vivid local traits.
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Hall Osine
Isle of Man
Great Britain
Scotland
Norway
Hall Caine
Greba Castle
England
Corsica
France
Interest in Races at State Fair
Athenians travel to Macon to watch the State Fair races. Jay Boy, a well known local figure, competes today and is expected to win. Tomorrow Gold Call, noted for fast times here, is anticipated to set a new speed record in this section. Piso a Cure for Consumption is advertised as having cured coughs for forty years.
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Macon
Jay Boy
Sherce
Athens
Gold Call
Lucy Cobb Annex Benefit Special Edition Planned
The Banner will publish a December 15 special edition to aid the Lucy Cobb Annex fundraising. The Lucy Cobb Alumni Association seeks one thousand dollars to build a mu stall hall on Institute grounds, with the paper’s profits and ad space supporting the effort. Committees will organize ads and articles, and merchants are urged to reserve space.
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Lucy Cobb
Lucy Cobb Alumni Association
Athens
I S
Alamnin Association
Asmal
Wholesale Dress Goods and Silks Clearance in Athens
New shipment renewed with heavy white damask waist cloths and a fresh stock of ladies cloths including Royal Virginians satin and mohair fabrics. Children cloaks and adult outfits offered at strong values. large quantities of outings and mohair silks on sale. Silk stock advertised at substantial discounts from high prices.
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New Lot
Moria Dreas
Athens
Card of Thanks for Bereavement
The family thanks friends for words of consolation and floral tributes that eased their sorrow after the loss. F. B. Raves, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Fears acknowledge appreciation and request Macon and Atlanta papers copy.
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F. B. Raves
J. P. Fears
Macon
Atlanta
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Memorial Hall
Atheng Real Estate
LeQuinn
Cavendish, Vé
Dr. King
W.J. Smith & Bro
H.R. Palmer & Eon
OPERA
Camilla McWhorter
Hamilton McWhorter
Misa Nannette Hodgson
BE. R. Hodgson
Misa Kate Fort
Col. J. ‘C. Fort
Miss Gallagher
Faculty of Music
Lacy Cobb
Garnett Greendkins
Edith Hodgson
E. Hannicatt
Ora Hartig
Misa Garland Smith
Susie Gerdine
Commander Hodgson
MR. Mize
Davison & Lowe
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