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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1915

Page

12

Arabic 10 Case At The Hague Could Ease German Tension

Washington officials weighed a proposal to bring disputed Arabic case facts to The Hague for arbitration. Some feared it would decide principles the U S argues, enabling widespread submarine action with arbitral disputes. Berlin said no news on the Hesperian incident and its outcome may affect U S ultimatum.

Washington Germany The Hague United States Cermahy Dumba Berlin Foreign Office Admiralty Gerrard

Series of Services Conducted at Commerce

Commerce Georgia September 11 Rev W H Rich of Elberton is conducting a series of divine services this week at First Baptist Church in Commerce at morning and evening sessions. Dr Gilbert Dobbs, pastor of Commerce, preached two sermons last Sabbath. Three professions of faith have followed the meetings and many residents praise Rev Rich for his deep scriptural insight and friendly manner, hoping for his return.

Commerce Gilbert Dobbs First Baptist Church W. H. Rich Elberton Dobbs Rich

In the Good Old Times Voters in My Town

A brief exchange notes that voters in the town unified for a cause while a defeated man recalls past times when one man could do the work of many. The Cincinnati Enquirer quotation captures a sentiment on civic participation and leadership.

Cincinnati

Boll Weevil Campaign Extends to Stewart County

Atlanta Ga Sept 11 The boll weevil situation shows the pest has spread to the Alabama line and up to Stewart county Entomologist Lee Worsham announced Today The line forms a triangle in the southeast corner of the state with at least four counties near the Florida line and six on the Alabama side If this pace continues one fourth of the state may be affected by the end of two weeks The spread is expected to continue until the first frost.

Banner Atlanta Lee Worsham Alabama Stewart County Lee Terrell Florida

Negro kills fellow near Nicholson Georgia inquest held

Coroner Jim Wood returned from Nicholson where he held an inquest into the body found in the road with part of his face shot away. The testimony showed Jim Snowball had recently married and Tim David had stolen his wife. they were overtaken by Snowball who shot David in the face, killing him instantly.

Jefferson, Ga Jim Wood Nicholson Jim Snowball Tim David David

Court Rules On Cotton Sale Rights In Factor Deals

Atlanta Sept 11 A court of appeals decision in Leffler & Company v Pearson & Son limits customers’ set off claims when cotton factors sell consigned cotton for less than instructed. The ruling hinges on sale after customers failed to deposit margins and deemed insufficient security for the advances.

Banner Atlanta Court of Appeals Leffler & Company Pearson & Son Sylvania

Bellton Station Agency Discontinuation Withdrawn

Southern Railway withdrew an application to discontinue the Bellton station agent near Lula after opposition arose following a state railroad commission petition. The case had been set for hearing on Tuesday.

Banner’s Atlanta State Railroad Commission Southern Railway Bellton Lula

New Orleans swimmer breaks world two mile record

Charles Jerreday, twenty, of New Orleans, set a new world record for two miles with a time of 53 minutes 40.25 seconds. The event took place in New Orleans on September 11 as part of the sports news digest.

Associated Press New Orleans Charles Jerreday

Woman Slashed by Accused Ro land Williams

Laura Maryland, a Black woman, reported to police that Ro land Williams, a Black man, cut her at her home last night. She showed gashes on her head and arm. Williams could not be found.

Laura Maryland Roland Williams

Hamp ton Jarrell Celebrates Eleventh Birthday

Yesterday afternoon Master Hamp ton Jarrell hosted a party at the Cloverhurst avenue home for his eleventh birthday. Twenty two guests, both girls and boys, enjoyed games and refreshments, with pink and green colors adorning the decor.

Hampton Jarrell Joseph Jarrell Cloverhurst Avenue

Two Local Visitors Return Home After Red Cross Duty

Miss Louise Slack and Miss Iris Jarrell return to LaGrange after visiting Mrs. Jos Jarrell. Miss Slack plans to meet her brother Dr Slack who has just come from Red Cross service in France and will resume work at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore this week.

Louise Slack Iris Jarrell LaGrange

Frontline Maneuvers Intensify Across Europe Amid Global War

London reports intensified operations on the western front as Russian, Austro-German, and Italian forces push and retreat across Galicia Artois Lorraine and the Tyrolean fronts. Vienna notes Austrians retreat to safer positions as Russian strength grows. Rome cites minor Italian gains and gas warfare. France eyeing colonial recruitment to bolster ranks. Switzerland contemplates additional mobilization due to belligerent buildup.

Associated Press London Teutons Galicia Sereth Bessarabian Vienna Stripa River Artois Lorraine Aisne Marine Argonne Vermigliano Mont Cosch Rome Redo Castello Camonic¢a Upper Tirano Ledro Tolmino China Equatorial Africa Switzerland

Labor and Necessity in Human Life

Quote from Joseph Addison argues that those not compelled to work are poorer in spirit unless they choose voluntary exertion. It frames labor as essential to well being and uses exercise as a moral remedy for idleness.

Joseph Addison

Ground for Friendship in Thoreau Insight

A Thoreau quotation emphasizes friendship built on mutual trust. It argues that true friendship arises when we extend the same honesty to others that we demand from ourselves, creating solid ground for enduring bonds.

Henry D. Thoreau

Villa and Urbana deny rumors of killings on visit to Nievas

A tele gram from General Villa dated Torreon and received in Juarez denies claims that Villa or General Fi erro were injured during a visit to General Tomas Urbana at Nievas. Rumors spread that Villa sought Urbana's rumored five million dollar booty or that Urbana killed Villa. A second report said Urbana executed Villa, a former Villa chieftain now retired at his ranch with followers. Carranza may gain a conference with Pan American diplomats as talks on Mexico’s international situation proceed.

Associated Press el Paso Texas General Villa Torreon Hipolito Villa Juarez Villa General Fierro Tomas Urbina Nievas Urbana Carranza Washington Mexico Lansing

Multiple Thefts and Disturbances Reported by Police

Officers Betts and Fleming arrested a young man with many aliases for taking garments to sell without settlements, with a room full of clothing found. George Henderson alias Freeman Wright alias Hose Broughton alias Robert Freeman and other names appears on the docket. Oscar Wright faced a knife assault charge but failed to reach the wife with the weapon. Henry Hilanigen, a white man, was jailed for being a masher and flirting with a mechanic’s wife. Ora Fuller escaped the stockade and later was arrested on disorderly conduct charges awaiting trial tomorrow.

Betts Fleming George Henderson Freeman Wright Hose Broughton Robert Freeman Oscar Wright Wright Henry Hilanigen Ora Fuller

Elizabeth Addresses Afternoon Naps Mystery

A child answers in measured tones to a parental question about naps. Elizabeth admits she usually naps, but cites her mother’s trouble with the routine, revealing a quiet family moment.

Ben Elizabeth

Home Team Boost Triggered by Mrs Torkins

A Washington Star quote recalls Mrs. Torkins screaming at a burglar scare and Charles urging her to shout when the home team needs a boost. The exchange highlights family dynamics and sports spirit.

Soule Returns After Vacation Ahead of College Opening

Dr. Andrew M. Soule returns from a two month rest largely in Canada, accompanied by his family. He resumes duties this week to prepare for the opening of the State College of Agriculture.

Canada Andrew M. Soule Soule State College of Agriculture

Registrar's books to be opened Monday for students

The registrar T W Reed of the University will open his books tomorrow for student registrations as the term opens Wednesday morning. A number are expected to enroll, and all must register within a set time or pay an extra fee.

T. W. Reed

Northfoot Faces Execution After Commission Denies Commute

Atlanta dispatch reports Frank Northfoot, a Black man sentenced for murdering his wife, will be executed in Blakely county next Friday unless Governor Harris intervenes. The prison commission denied his commutation despite letters from Bleckley County leaders, Sheriff, Senator Buchanan, and Representative Walker supporting him.

Atlanta Harris Prison Commission Frank Northfoot Blakely County Northfoot Howard Thompson Bleckley County W. O. Buchanan T. D. Walker, Sr

Timber from Borneo Ironwood Described as Superior

The article notes ironwood from Borneo as the most valuable timber. It is extremely hard and darkens with age, weighing heavily enough to sink in water and not raft down rivers. The outer two inches is soft while the interior provides durable wood for many strong uses.

Borneo

Hippopotamus Kiss Mention Sparks Psychology Lesson

A psychology teacher in an eastern Indiana high school illustrated the theme Love by saying demonstrations matter less than substance. She asked students to consider what a kiss from a hippopotamus could convey.

Indiana

Farmer Countessel Declares Himself An Expert Agriculturist

A man in a public debate claims agriculture expertise, insisting he is no farmer and citing debt for machinery after reading scientific literature on tilling the soil. The exchange contrasts practical farming identity with claimed expertise.

Countessel

Mayor Woodward's Offhand Talk Sparks Political Debate

Critics say the mayor's outside remarks have done harm to public trust while supporters defend candid commentary. The incident prompts calls for better discipline and standard for city leadership.

Pendulum Swings as Atlanta Faces Recall Backlash

Atlanta voters prepare for the September 30 city elections amid a surge of anti-Woodward sentiment. Critics say the recall drive and outside remarks have weakened Mayor Jim Woodward, signaling a swing away from opportunism and toward a steadier civic order. The race features ten council seats and three alderman posts with Woodward only facing one viable challenger.

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