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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1903
Page
1
Clarke County voters approved bonds for road improvements, and the county assumes responsibility for the project funding and reconstruction. The measure dedicates funds for road maintenance and upgrades across the county, aiming to improve safety and transport efficiency.
Chairman Vincent hailed the Clarke County bonds vote authorizing one hundred thousand dollars of four percent thirty year bonds to fund macadamized roads. The Banner credited bond workers, noted uneven turnout across precincts, and highlighted Princeton district’s initial slack then growing support. Street-by-street results showed variability, with Win county precincts reporting mixed totals.
Chairman Lipscomb of the Chamber of Commerce notes strong turnout across Georgia counties. Athens showed keen interest in the bonds, with volunteers mobilizing via buggies and carriages to secure votes and returns as late as the night. The Banner praises readers and workers, reports Athens 934 registered voters, 86 to 0 in Sandy Creek, and Clarke County’s official tally: 989 for bonds, 2 against, 950 needed.
President L F Edwards of the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Clarke County residents express gratification at the election approving bond issuance for good roads. Edwards credits broad support, noting Chamber committees and The Banner's advocacy as contributing to the decisive outcome for local infrastructure.
Callie Brown, a Black man, was sent to jail yesterday on a swindling charge. He obtained four dollars from Mr. Jack Potts two months ago by falsely claiming he was sent for by a Potts friend. Potts demanded repayment but Brown allegedly could not produce the money.
The directors of the Northeast Georgia Fair Association met yesterday afternoon to dispose of several matters. Everything is progressing smoothly at the fair grounds in readiness for the October 5 opening day, which also marks Walthour Day.
The Colonels, noted for fluctuating play, fell to Memphis 4 to 2 yesterday afternoon. Other results include Nashville 183 over Little Rock 1, Montgomery 6 over Shreveport 3, Birmingham 3 over New Orleans 0. Also a military notice orders armory appearance for inspection tonight at 8 and transfer of state property, with sailent names listed.
Athens reports the death of E F Willis formerly with Turner and Hodgeson in Athens. He had moved to Rome to be chief clerk at Henry Lanham's department store, where illness preceded his collapse after mistaking laudanum for medicine. He leaves a widow and three children, with funeral to be held in Oxleythorpe, Georgia.
The Seaboard Air-Line will begin advertising the Northeast Georgia Fair in Athens within days. Traveling agent J A Van Doblen says the railroad will leave no stone unturned to bring large crowds to Athens for the fair. Excursion trains will run to Athens nearly every day during the event.
Harmony Grove reports Judge Russell struck from Jackson county grand jury presentments a paragraph alleging irregularities in county road work near Winder. The ed editorial questions the judge's right to strike and calls for accountability, while noting denials from Russell’s supporters.
In the coming days a sizable amount of the new cotton crop will be marketed in Athens as heat accelerates opening. Farmers report crop damage from the heat with withered leaves dropping. Rain in the next few days could affect prices and supply.
In the enthusiasm surrounding yesterday’s bona election, many boys forgot to bring blue steel for their drinks. They attempted the dispensary only to find the doors closed, leaving them without any means to wet their whistles.
In a yacht race yesterday the Be Hance won her third victory, with Shamrock two length behind. The America's Cup remains in the host nation as the race concludes.
Dr H C White now in England will address the Chemical Society of Great Britain on the ninth instant. He will read a paper on the Chemical Properties of the Madstone, a topic of long standing debate among scientists. His study aims to clarify the material’s exact qualities for the scientific world.
Paul P. McGinty of the city has been informed by Washington to report immediately for assignment as government superintendent of construction and supervising architect. The position carries a 2000 dollar annual salary. McGinty ranked highly in the examination and may be sent to duties in the national capital or potentially the local federal building project.
Sam Jones and J P Sorrell, Madison county youths, came to Athens and allegedly drank liquor then caused trouble on River street attacking occupants of a negro house and clashing with white residents at Stinchcomb's store. Jones and Sorrells were arrested. cases entered, with a warrant for Sorrell for carrying a concealed weapon. Hearings before Mayor Rhodes scheduled. Piso's Cure for Consumption note appears.
Clarke County residents celebrated bonds with large barbecues yesterday. In Princeton, two cotton mills sponsored a gathering for their workers. An accompanying tale recounts a Coin Iowa woman's recovery from digestive illness after using Grape-Nuts, credited to the Postum Company.
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