Griffith argues no clear need to switch city government
Athens business leader Charles B. Griffith contends the city has not shown a real necessity for abandoning the current system in favor of a commission form. He cautions against rash change, cites finance and services, and signs his name in support of careful consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffith
Charles B. Griffith
Athens
Grifith
Athens Daily Herald
Finance Committee
Cc. B. Griffith
Head of Company Enters Two Sons to Georgia University
Mr W B Baker president of the Atlantic Coal and Ice Corporation with Mrs Baker and their two sons W P Baker and E B Baker traveled from Atlanta in a touring car yesterday. The family aims to keep Athens progress in view as Mr Baker plans frequent visits and entered his sons at the University of Georgia. They will return to Atlanta by the Lawrenceville route today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Baker
Prof Earnest to the Bible Class
Prof D L Earnest of the State Normal School spoke at the Hiaswassee settlement on How to Make a Successful Life. He urged dream achieve real action perseverance and worthwhile deeds. Attendance was strong, especially among men. Rev Grubb of the Christian church will speak next Friday with illustrations. Tokay Grapes Concord Grapes Michigan Peaches Arnold Abney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiaswassee Settlement
D. L. Earnest
State Normal School
Mr. Grubb
The
Christian Church
Educators of the South Begin Eastern School Tour
Dr. Joseph S. Stewart of the University of Georgia travels to New York for a ten day inspection tour of eastern city and rural high schools. He leads twelve fellow Southern professors in a mission to raise high school and preparatory school efficiency in the South.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph S. Stewart
University of Georgia
New York
Wallace Bullard
General Educational Board of
Stewart
Humane Society to Convene Monday in Athens
The Athens Humane Society will hold a meeting at the home of president Miss Annie Linton on Milledge Avenue next Monday at 5 o'clock. It is the first gathering since summer suspension and full attendance is expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Humane Society of Athens
Annie Linton
Milledge Avenue
Specials at Fears Grocery Co Vegetables
Fresh produce list highlights Tender corn string beans turnip salad okra fresh tomatoes Irish and sweet potatoes tender lettuce and celery with specials at Fears Grocery Co.
On Reciprocity Hon S Guyton Mlendon Talks Tariff Question
Hon S Guyton Mlendon discusses current tariff issues, outlining reciprocal trade ideas and potential impacts on domestic industries and consumer prices. The remarks emphasize policy balance and legislative considerations.
IS VISITOR IN ATHENS TALKS ON TARIFF AND PROTECTION
Hon. S. G. McLendon, former member of the state railroad commission, visiting Athens with his wife at Miss Hamilton’s Milledge avenue home. He remains deeply engaged in politics and public questions. He argues tariffs must be protective and that reciprocity alone cannot reduce the cost of living.
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Athens
S. G. McLendon
Hamilton
Milledge Avenue
McLendon
Col
State Railroad Commission
People urged to vote for their own representatives
An adjunct professor of chemistry at the University of Georgia argues that residents should vote for their county’s own representatives rather than outside candidates. The message emphasizes state and local autonomy in choosing lawmakers.
Athens Citizens Debate Municipal Reform And Staff Changes
The article comments on calls for the commission form of government with critics arguing ward elections limit voter influence while defenders compare to voting for one representative in other government levels. It notes Mr C A Wells leaving teaching to join the Georgia State Experiment Station in Experiment Georgia, joining director Dr R J H DeLoach, and that his university post is temporarily vacant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commission
United States Congress
Athens
Congress
Georgia
Bill
C. A. Wells
University of Georgia
Harry White
Griffin
Georgia State Experiment Station
R. J. H. DeLoach
Wells
Sweeping Game Law Takes Effect Nationwide
Washington DC Sept 26 One of the most sweeping national game laws goes into effect next week The Weeks McLean migratory bird law divides the country into Northern and Southern zones Thirty States are in the North and 23 in the South The law fixes bird seasons prohibits spring shooting and prohibits hunting migratory birds between sunrise and sunset Open waterfowl seasons range from a minimum 30 days with three months in many cases
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Wedding Announcement of Miss Bessie Maddox and W A Bland
The forthcoming wedding of Miss Bessie Maddox of Atlanta and Mr. W A Bland of this city excites many friends in both places. The ceremony is planned in Atlanta tomorrow. Bland holds a position with the well known clothing merchant Mr. Lee Morris and has long resided in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie Maddox
Atlanta
W. A. Bland
Bland
Lee Morris
Specials at Fears Grocery Co Fruits
Specials at Fears Grocery Co feature Tokay Grapes Niagara Delaware Concord Secker Pears Pink Meat Cantaloupes Cooking Apples and assorted fruits and produce. Prices and availability vary by store location Wie Liamsom's mentioned in context.
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Niagara
Delaware
Concord
Wieliamson’s
Proof of Bible as Inspiration Sermon Planned
The morning sermon at First Methodist Church will discuss The Character of the Bible Proof of Its Inspiration. Pastor continues a series The Bible, the Word of God. Jarrell prepared a Bible history chart for worshippers to follow. Fresh country eggs 30c a dozen.
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First Methodist Church
Jarrell
Clarke County Sunday School Association ends two day meeting
The Clarke County Sunday School Association completed its two day meeting at Winterville with discussions, addresses, and planning for larger plans across 18 schools in the city and county. President Troy Beatty praised cooperation and enthusiasm as county meetings inspired by the event. State secretary D W Sims heads to other counties to hold similar gatherings.
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Clarke County Sunday School Association
Winterville
Troy Beatty
Clarke
State Association
D. W. Sims
West End Church Meeting Tomorrow
The pastor of West End Baptist church, back from Hart county burial of his brother, will meet every member tomorrow morning. Sunday school at 10, Superintendent Eugene Thomas, sermon at 11 10, choir practice at 9 39, evening service at 9 45, Wednesday prayer meeting at 7 45. Public invited. Pastor L T Weldon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
L. T. Weldon
Beyond the Law Lehr Company Final Showings
The Ina Lehr Company wraps its Majestic engagement with a last matinee today at 4 15. Management cites prior bookings forcing a single final performance and promises top billed comedy and sensational moments in a strong two act program. Adults 10 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ina Lehr
The
Majestic
Two Men Sail for Athens From New York
Mr. F. C. Flournoy and Mr. H. M. Nasta will depart next Tuesday morning from New York to sail for Athens Greece. They expect to be away for several months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. C. Flournoy
H. M. Nasta
New York
Athens
Greece
Major Talmadge Endorses Judge Cobb on Athens Government
Athens business leader Major John B. Talmadge published a letter endorsing Judge Andrew J. Cobb and opposing the proposed commission form of government for Athens Georgia. He argues the city has prospered under current leadership and warns a three member commission could harm governance.
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John Talmadge
Andrew Cobb
John B. Talmadge
Athens
Shackelford Buys Desirable Scott Bungalow Home
H P Hinton reports Mr. Shackelford bought the attractive Scott bungalow now occupied by Mr. and Mrs. George Scott. The Shackelfords will move in soon. Price was near ten thousand. Mr. Scott plans a new residence nearby and Mrs. Scott will build on the adjacent lot in the Georgia Development Company tract.
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H. P
Hinton
Gol
Scott
Georgia Development Company
Mrs. Mewborn Buys West Broad Street Residence
Yesterday morning the Webb residence on West Broad Street was sold to Mrs. A. J. Mewbourn through R. T. Goodwyn Realty. The property lies near the new Y M C A plant and is among the few close in to the city’s business section. It is described as a very desirable site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. T. Goodwyn Realty Company
Webb
West Broad Street
A. J. Mewbourn
Heavy business for the J. P. Courts
Yesterday was the last return day for the justice courts. Judge Foster had a busy day and Judge Young needed an extra bailiff to handle the record-breaking number of suits filed including accounts notes attachments and garnishments.
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Justice Courts
Justice of the Peace
Foster
Young
Former Athens native now traveling for Steinfelt Co.
Mr. J. A. Moseley, formerly of Athens and years at Davidson Nicholson's, was seen among traveling men yesterday. He now represents a large New York firm, the Steinfelt Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
New York
J. A. Moseley
Davidson- Nicholson's
Steinfelt Company
Miss Ellen Mell Slightly Injured Near Home
Miss Ellen Mell was slightly injured near her home when she misjudged a step on a temporary repaved street and fell. She hurt her wrist and twisted an angle but later reports said the ankle and wrist bones were not broken. She was doing nicely yesterday evening despite being unable to walk.
Local Youth Leaves for Atlanta Medical College
Fred Haselton, son of Mr. and Mrs. D. P. Haselton of this city, departed yesterday for Atlanta to enter the regular medical college for the full course in medicine. He has chosen the profession and is expected to succeed, given his past record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Haselton
Atlanta
D. P. Haselton
Medical College
Councilmen Stricken With Rheumatism At Home
Councilman J. A. Pitner is ill at his Barner Street home with a stubborn rheumatic attack. Councilman H. R. Palmer also suffered a weeklong illness but is now improving and plans to be out again. Moving news notes Ben Barrow relocations to Milledge Terrace and Smith family expanding next door. Produce listings include shelled peas green cabbage Colorado pink meat and Irish potatoes. prices indicate scarcity turning to local availability.
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J. A. Pitner
Barner Street
H. R. Palmer
Milledge Terrace
Ben Barrow
Harris Street
Ed [. Smith
Milledge Avenue
Mr. Barrow
Mr. Smith
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Atlantic Coal Corporation
Earnest
Tokay
Michigan
Arnold & Abney
General Educational Board
Humane Society
Fears Grocery CO
S. Guyton
M’lendon
Sion
Pub
Wariant'wells
CHEM
Istry OF
the University
MR. Deloach
Maddox
Barnesville
Major Talmadge
Cormission
H. J. Rowe
City
Andrew J. Cobb
Ness
J. E. Talmadge, SR
MR. Shackelford
Mil
Ledge Avenue
Wie
Mrs. Mewborn
R. T. Goodwyn
Webb Place
Broad
J. P. Courts
Ellen Mell
Hill Street
ATENS
Cantaloupes
Colorado
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