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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1921

Page

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Trustees Meeting At College Of Agriculture Report Readjustments

Trustees of the Georgia State College of Agriculture met yesterday to handle an record attendance and readjust the budget. They approved using unfinished animal husbandry classrooms and authorized rebuilding the agron barn with insurance funds, while praising enrollment and plant value. New appointments were made including J M Elrod and W H Rice among others, and the board commended President Soule for efficient leadership.

Georgia State College of Agriculture Jima J. M. Elrod J. Everitt W. H. Rice Albert D. McGrew R. L. Keen J. J. Brown Atlanta George Gilmore Warthen Dudley M. Hughes Danville John W. Callahan Bainbridge L. L. MccMullan Hartwell John A. Gaston Greenville Jew M. Soule

New York Women Doing Own Work Scarcity of Help

Domestic labor is so scarce that thousands of homes see mistresses performing housework themselves. Maids and butlers prefer unemployment to lower wages, with employment agencies citing temporary positions and husbands' joblessness as factors. Wages cited include cooks 50 to 70 dollars monthly, general house workers 40 to 50, chambermaids 50 to 60, and Japanese butlers 100 to 125 with board and lodging.

Associated Press New York

England Eyes Hens to Restore Egg Consumption Levels

In London Associated Press reports England must raise hen numbers by 8500 600 to reach prewar egg consumption goals. Secretary of the National Policy Council Mr Brown notes Britain Canada and the United States show high per person usage while efforts to restore normal poultry output continue.

Associated Press London England Bac Brown National Politry Coynel Canada

Earl Carhart Sues for Divorce From Countess in Public Row

In London a 59 year old Earl filed for divorce from his countess, revealing a troubled marriage since their 1919 wedding. The countess, a war widow, retains a substantial allowance and child costs, while she claims the Earl offered 1500 a year after tax and travels, which she refused. She vows to fight the suit as reports note a public exchange over finances and a recent Deauville gambling episode.

London Carharts Earl Carhart de Grey Warter 4Th Dragoon Guards Wannum Deauville

Union Veterans Parade Opens Fifty Fifth Encampment in Indianapolis

Union veterans march through Indianapolis on Monday for the Grand Army of the Republic fifty fifth encampment registration day. Officials expect attendance near last year’s level with 10 000 veterans and affiliates in town. Delegations arrive by special trains from Alaska Washington New York and several states including North Dakota Colorado Wyoming Oklahoma Kansas and Maryland.

Indianapolis Grand Army of the Republic Hind Grand Army Alaska Washington New York North Dakota Colorado Wyoming Oklahoma Kansas Maryland Mis Minnota Cours Ohio New England

Stove Plant at Rome Burns in East Rome Fire

ROME Ga The Bowle Stove Foundry plant in East Rome was totally destroyed by fire late last night with an estimated loss of 100000 dollars The blaze caused extensive damage to the stove plant and surrounding facilities and no details on casualties or cause are available in the readable text.

Rome

Railway Trainmen Vote for Strike Amid Wage Cut

Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen with 186 000 members votes to strike rather than accept an order from the United States railway labor board. Shop Crafts and switchmen unions are expected to back a strike. general canvass underway.

Associated Press Chicago Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen United States Railway Labor Board Brotherhood Lea

Y M C A Board to Meet Tuesday Afternoon

The Athens Y M C A board of directors will convene in regular session on Thursday afternoon at 6 o'clock at the city Y M C A. A banquet will be served by the Ladies' Auxiliary. The new boys' secretary, D D Quillan, will attend for the first time to discuss work in the boys' department.

Athens Y. M. C. A Y. M.C. A. Buonae Autry Boys D. D. Quil-lan

Emery Calls Legion Employment Meet

Indianaplis Associated Press reports national commander John G rd ery has called a two day Legion employment conference in Indianapolis. In Charlotte North Carolina Rob Denson, a black man wanted for the murder of white farmer Robert Dishman, is held in Mecklen burg county jail for safe keeping amid local hostility. Fred Dalton, globe trotter and adventurer, tied to Mexican revolutions, plays a role in The Barricade with William Christy Cobanne's forthcoming oration and Otis Skinner in a supporting act theatrical piece.

Associated Press Indianapolis Ind John G.rdery American Legion Charlotte N. C Rob Denson Statesville Robert Dishman Mecklenburg County Iredell Fred Dalton Globe Tritter Villa William Christy Cobanne ME Dalton RC Pictures Giso Ie Otis Skinners

Defense counsel scramble as grand jury hears Arbuckle case notes

In San Francisco on Monday Fatty Arbuckle defense chief Frank Dominguez and associate counsel Brennan and Cohen faced the grand jury after DA Brady issued subpoenas. Semnacher testified denying he managed Virginia Rappe’s party girl. Beardslee described morning injuries but could not rule out other injuries.

Ban Francisco Fatty" Arbuckle Frank Dominges Gras Ady. Brady Domingués Chas. H. Brennan Milton M. Cohen Biddy Alfred Semnacher Dominguez Rembina Maud Delmont Patty” Arbuckle Virginia Rappe Los Angeles Domingues Arbuckle Semnacher Askeed Mrs. Delmont Arthur Beardslee

National unemployment conference adjourns to October

Washington The national conference on unemployment called by President Harding adjourned until October 5 with ten subcommittees to report on emer gency issues and next steps beyond borders of U0.

Washington Harding

Johnson Announces Candidacy From Third Ward

Mr. L. M. Johnson, a well known local businessman, announced this morning his bid for alderman of the Third Ward. He outlines a platform focused on key issues with strong support from friends and community members.

Johnson Third Ward L. M. Johnson Anment Hig

Georgetown Man Charged With Arms Conspiracy

New York report states George Gordon Rourke a Georgetown University graduate was charged in a conspiracy to furnish British empire subjects in Ireland with arms and munitions to be used against Britain. He was arrested Monday night and released on $3,000 bail for federal court appearance. Rourke linked to purchase and shipment of 495 automatic machine guns seized on the steamer Eassade last June. Union officials indicted in Chicago. Six union leaders including Harry Jensen and Thomas F Church face conspiracy counts for alleged boycott of Smith & Wickersham contractors. bonds set at $10,000.

Associated Press New York Ireland George Gordon Rourke Georgetown University Federal District Court Rourke Tn Ame Washington Chicago Harry Jensen Carpenters’ Distret Council Thomas F. Church Smith & Wickersham

Federal officials quiz citizens in liquor probe

Federal officials questioned policemen and private citizens in Chicago about bootlegging after Chief Fitzmorris claimed 2500 officers were involved. Six arrests were made, with two criminal charges tied to extortion and illegal seizure of whiskey. Evidence suggests whiskey moved from bootleggers to customers via a patrol wagon in Grand Crossing. One extra charge arose for use of a patrol and escorted deliveries.

Associated Press Chicago Fitzmorris Cline Grand Crossing Mon Jay Merensky

Youngkin Announces Candidacy for City Mayor

Mr E H Youngkin vice president of Webb Crawford Co a wholesale grocer announces his bid for mayor. A well known businessman he has served several terms on the city council including chairmanship of the finance committee and mayor pro tem. If elected he would manage city affairs capably.

BE. H. Youngkin Webb-Crawford Co

Memphis Wins Dixie Championship Game 6 to 2

Memphis defeated Fort Worth 6 to 2 Monday to tie the Dixie series at three games to two in Fort Worth's favor. National League results show Pittsburgh 1 Philadelphia 2, St. Louis 1 New York 4. American League had New York 8 Cleveland 7 and Philadelphia 3 Chicago 0 with only two games scheduled.

Memphis Tenn Fort Worth Pittsburg Philadelphia St. Louia New York Cleveland Friladelphig Chicago

Arkansas killer Ratliff to die for double murder over wife

Amos Ratliff, 25, faces death by chair on September 30 for two murders tied to winning back his wife. He killed a rival for her affection and a woman he planned to rob to buy gifts for his wife, who now rejects him. His wife refuses contact, saying she wants to forget him. Ratliff shows no remorse, muttering “I lost.” A missionary tries to counsel him, but Ratliff remains fixed on regaining his wife.

Little Rock Ark Amos_ Ratiff Eureka Springs Ratliff Raiff 9 Mountaineer Arkafisad Carro County Cou mm Misa Cora Sven

High Cost Of Wives Troubles Formosa Society

In Formosa Taiwan the push for women’s emancipation targets the engagement money paid by suitors at marriage. Young educated women demand lower sums and personal consent, arguing the price degrades dignity. Polygamy may fade if costs stay high as men can afford only one wife.

Associated Press Taiwan Formosa World Movement For Woman's Emancipation

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College OF Agriculture Esterday Atadance Bart Nellen UNION Hanan Grace Laws Mildred Hanan A. P. Hanan Brooklyn John S. Borland Center Miss Hanan Bor Board of Directors Y.M.C. A Emery Legion Employment Meet HN Wa Delmont Brady Capital Georgetown District Six E. H. Youngkin Athens J. Simmons Ku Klux Klan Arkansas
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