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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1921
Page
1
Ed note introduces a staff correspondent piece on prosperous smaller towns in the Athens area. It highlights diversification in farming and the growth from developing small industries fueling regional prosperity.
Royston in Franklin county grew from a post office known as Franklin Post Office to a bustling town on the Southern railway line from Toccoa to Elberton. Early figures include W. M. Bowers and Asbury Royston, with Capt. A. S. Turner as Royston’s first mayor. The old P. H. Bowers store stands as a relic while plans push to replace it with a modern building. The Cunningham house is the oldest residence, and Royston today hosts a vibrant social life, cautious growth, and an active city government. Incorporation occurred in 1879, with current officials listed.
Aberdeen paper in receivership after farmers claim $61,585.52 in cash and notes since January and a $6,000 mortgage. Other papers suspend or quit including Dakota and Grantville titles, Norfolk Tribune, Coast Advertiser, Deutscn Amerikaner, Daily Karsan receiver upheld, Northampton Floridan ceases, MecClure's in receivership, and two Illinois weeklies suspend.
Former Judge Frank McGloin of the circuit court of appeals died at his home near Baton Rouge. He commanded the White League in the 1874 Liberty battle at the foot of i street, a action that dealt a death blow to carpet bag rule in the South.
The executive board of the state council of Parent Teacher associations met at the Chamber of Commerce all day. Attendees included state president Mrs Charles P Ozburn and numerous prominent local and state women such as Mrs Charles Hillburn of Macon vice presidents Mrs M B Judd of Dalton and others including Mrs Goodman Atlanta and Mrs John Glenn.
In Harrisburg two bodies were recovered and eleven miners perished after a dynamite blast at the Hareo mine. Four hundred workers escaped unharmed as rescue teams recovered the dead and secured the site.
The Mulberry Grove Messenger and St Jacob Enterprise suspend weekly publication while Pocahontas Patriot continues. The Gary Sunday Post, started after Gary Tribune purchase, halts with the August 21 issue due to scarce ads from a depressed steel industry town.
A new three wheeled taxicab in Paris claims fuel efficiency with a light, compact design. Powered by a modest horsepower engine, it aims to rival larger taxis in performance while saving gas.
Cincinnati reports Attorney General Daugherty addressing the American Bar Association. He critiques theories justifying political offenses, cites Debs cases, and warns that advocating law breaking to sway others undermines the U.S. government and prohibition statutes.
London dispatch reports the body of Commander Louis H. Maxfield, commanding officer of the American naval vessel Kent, has been recovered from the ZR-2 airship wreck. The casualty follows the disaster that struck the airship and killed Maxfield during service.
The War Secretary requests Henry Ford meet with Secretary Weeks to discuss matters of wartime production and policies. Ford's response and potential meeting location remain unspecified as officials negotiate scheduling and objectives. The outreach signals high-level interest in industrial collaboration during the wartime effort.
Two masked bandits robbed the Los Angeles Limited of the Union Pacific nine miles south of Ogden. All male passengers were robbed. one man was shot at as he jumped from the train. A posse formed but the robbers escaped. The loot amount is unknown.
Engineer Reid, wounded July 5 while handling a switch engine for the A B A railroad near Fitzgerald, Ga, dies in Atlanta. His shooting triggered national guard deployment to quell unrest between striking workers and replacement crews. Reid, of Nashville, Ga, had been in a private sanatorium after transfer from Witzeerald hospital. His death follows complications from his injuries.
Announcement by ex Governor McDaniel, chair of the University of Georgia board, states H. J. Rowe will replace Judge Andrew J. Cobb on the State Normal school board. Rowe, a prudential committee member, fills the vacancy left by Cobb. McWhorter succeeds Cobb on the University board.
Syracuse artist model Audrey Munson received numerous marriage offers after announcing she would choose a perfect mate for her future children. The list includes a fatherly benefactor, a jealous railway executive, a movie director, a wealthy Britisher, and others who failed to meet her standards or circumstances.
AGHEVILLE NC A request that state troops be sent to Concord due to the textiles strike was received Wednesday night by Governor Morrison from the sheriff mayor and chief of police. The governor will decide Thursday whether to grant the request.
In a striking event, miners hijack a freight train to transport their men into the West Virginia mountains, then run it through the night. In Athens, Georgia, market chatter centers on an eleven cent rise, while Ireland faces rioting turning rivers red. Prices for papers fall as readers weigh the latest from September’s first day.
Foreign ministry official in Bucharest cites ongoing Hungarian efforts to stabilize finances with hopes for American support as minister Hegedus aims to complete Hungary's financial program before seeking international aid. The statement references ties to Columbia University and the Hungarian finance ministry as part of the repayment plan.
Berlin reports the death of Field Marshal von Buelow, once chief of the German forces during the wars. Raised to field marshal in 1915, he was among those Germans whose trial was demanded at Versailles. He proclaimed loyalty to the Fatherland and declined to submit to the Entente.
A clash over a local purchase shields Macon from acquiring Aqua Pitz kegs. Officials cite patent and supplier rules while businesses weigh ongoing drinkware needs and price impacts at municipal facilities.
A report from Norfolk describes a violent incident where a woman was knocked unconscious and dragged from a car. Police escort involved, with the assailant identified as a Negro. The victim was taken to a hospital for treatment.
Weather reports on Wednesday indicate poor conditions for the cotton crop in most states. National Weather and other agencies note ongoing picking and lint progress in many areas, with rains delaying late corn in several regions and affecting central portions.
Sheriff Ciagin described ongoing unrest with four fatalities and numerous shootings. Newspaper officials and local authorities in Pocahontas county worked to maintain order as 1,500 rounds of used firearms were reportedly moved to the area. West Virginia tension rises amid operator conflict.
The readable fragments mention a federal board and references to a Rogers Co. amid garbled text. No clear event, date, or names emerge beyond scattered letters and partial phrases. The item appears as damaged OCR with missing context and no coherent action or outcome to report.
E Martin Abney of Mississippi, a long time resident and insurance specialist, has taken prominent roles in promoting major highway projects Bankhead and Seaboard. He has chaired events and attended conventions, leveraging his status with local groups and civic committees.
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