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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1920
Page
1
The fragment mentions bands and a musical scene with an unclear event or lineup. No specific persons, places, dates, or organizations are readable to specify a full item.
Fragmentary account recalls Senator Smith’s stance during a critical Senate debate. Ample conflict among Democrats and interim leaders over war policy and endorsements, with mentions of Hoke Smith and supporters aligning against or delaying measures.
A fragment discusses Governor Dorsey and Tom Watson in Georgia politics. It accuses Hoke Smith and supporters of deception and urges loyalty to the Democratic administration. The text references Palmer and party alignment in Wilkes county and emphasizes national and state stakes.
A dated political roundup outlines contenders in Georgia races including Hoke Smith and Thomas Watson for president era contests, Clifford Walker and Thomas Hardwick for governor, John N. Loriter and Walter Brown in the race, and congressional hopefuls Shackelford and Davin with stances on cotton policy and party lines. The piece notes bitter opposition and platform contrasts among candidates.
An inland quake devastates Aly city causing thousands of buildings to collapse and many deaths. Survivors report widespread damage across streets and neighborhoods as authorities tally missing persons and issue emergency alerts.
Shackelford spoke to a large crowd outlining why he should be elected. He tied his cotton farmer support to poverty relief and literacy, attacked current policies, and pledged to fight for cotton workers and southern industry. He criticized Congressman Brand and claimed he would win all thirteen counties in the Eighth District.
Thornton's is being remodeled and enlarged to become the most modern dining destination in Athens. The main room will extend the full length of the building to provide a large commodious dining area, with an up to date cafe serving soft drinks and treats, and a selection of fine cigars and candies.
The piece reviews a Georgia political clash as critics attack Senator Hoke and the Democrats. It notes calls for revised legislation and questions his judgment and leadership.
Special to The Banner reports Speaker John N. Holder asserts a decisive victory and expects nomination on Wednesday. Campaign manager Garland M. Jones cites widespread assurances from Georgia counties, letters, and telegraphs as proof, despite newspaper opposition during the race.
An informal inquiry by the United States examines world progress toward universal disarmament. The League of Nations already has machinery to address the issue, with strong opposition noted to the limitation of arms.
A Washington man’s statement to a reporter claimed he lied, with publication in the Augusta Chronicle and Macon Telegraph misreporting on the same incident. The Atlanta Constitution reprinted the verbatim version and Mr Booker’s resignation followed an abrupt exit from the courtroom.
Alabama miners face a pending general strike as District twenty Mine Workers calls for action at midnight. Most small and large mines already under contract with the union are not affected, while the extent of compliance by non striking miners remains uncertain.
Interstate Commerce Commission tightens freight movement to Washington on September 7 at railroad request. Order aims to speed shipment of freight cars, with exceptions for specials, vegetables, and fruits.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a building at waterfront streets with a planned screech. It references an election stalling and a call to “Bact quarters” amid unclear local events. No clear names or dates emerge from the damaged source.
Honorable James T. Des Ta vaign reports in city for primary voting as Clifford manages. Walker and Hardwick battle with Walker foreseeing victory across Georgia, while opponents plan last minute attacks to be repudiated.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Murray Crane at his home and a Republican campaign event. References to September and age sixty appear garbled, suggesting a political notice about a former U.S. Senator and a campaign activity.
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