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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1922

Page

6

Georgia Senator Watson Dies Early In 1910s Record

Former Georgia senator Tom Watson dies after a turbulent career marked by anti war, anti Wilson stance and clashes over drafts and espionage laws. He rose from Thomson to national politics, led populist and anti war campaigns, faced obscenity charges, and was acquitted in Augusta federal court.

Senate Thomson Watson Georgia House of Representatives Congress St. Louis William J. Bryan Ple Watzon Cam Ign Atson Tom Watson New York Jeffersonian Ion Columbia Mtnnel Ay Thomson Smith Dorsey Harry S. Edwards League of Nations Buford Augusta Council Senator Watson Columbia County John 8 Ann E. Liza Watson Mercer University Georgia House of Representatives

Deceased Senator Was Mighty Force In Ga Politics

Obscure historical note recalls a Georgia political figure, touring counties to denounce the Wilson administration and officials Smith and Dorsey. He faced arrest later in his campaign period, while a separate marketplace snippet lists fruits, vegetables, and a dairy assortment with prices.

Mighty Force Moke Smith Hugh M. Dory Poy Watson Boonen Wilson Dorsey

Larry Gantt's Column on Cotton and Weevil Pest Control

The article notes that cotton production in the county may fall below 5,000 bales this year due to boll weevil damage. Mr. Cunningham claims he will not plant cotton next year and urges early use of calcium arsenate to beat the pest, though road duties hinder full field work. He praises county road improvements from Lexington to Washington.

Mr. Cunningham Cunningham

Exhume Choir Leader Body in New Jersey Slaying

The body of Mrs Timea Mills, a choir singer, may be exhumed for exam in Somerset County New Jersey to resolve discrepancies over shots that struck her and Rev Edward Wheeler Hall. County officials say Hall and Mills were killed at the hillside farm site beneath a crab apple tree.

New Brunswick N. J Timea Mills Edward Wheeler Hall Bessman Somerset County Hall Milly Jeader

Hornsby and Slater To Barnstorm Tour

ST LOUIS AP George Slater local first sacker named American league MVP and Rogers Hornsby local second sacker leading the National league in hits and home runs will go barnstorming after the season closes.

ST. Louis Associated Press George Slater First Wacker Rogers Hornsby

Sham Scrimmage Keeps Bulldogs In Hour Long Battle

The Sporting World reports Coach Stegeman’s Bulldogs extended practice with a gruelling hour long scrimmage featuring strong passes from Randall to Thompson and Post to Teany. Richardson returned from injury to bolster the defense while Paige Bennett and John Fletcher suffered setbacks. Newton shined for the second team as Georgia’s attack showed growing power despite lingering injuries and secret drills advertised with wooden signs.

Stegeman Anderson Richardson Joe Bens Taylor Wes Greyeon Shad Frier Meesteurs Post Thompson I Aalves Randall Qualiie Tanner Post Teany Randall Smack Thompson Dick Hartley San Richardson Fox of Mercer Paige Bennett Paige John Fletcher John Ceseh Stegeman Chicago Milt Dey Roose Newton Douglas Georgia

Heydler congratulates Giants on pennant win during pre season

National League president John A. Heydler sent a telegram to New York Giants owner Charles Stoneham praising the club for its on and off field department during the preseason and congratulating the Nationals on clinching the pennant.

NEW York John A. Heydler National League New York Giants Charles Stoneham New York Nationals

First Frosts Reported Across Interior States

The first frosts of the season were reported Tuesday to the weather bureau from numerous localities in the Interior of the Atlantic coast states north of Maryland and the Great Lakes region. Vermont's Northfield reported a temperature of 26 degrees, with the front moving southward for Tuesday night in the afflicted areas.

Washington Weather Bureau Atlantic Coast Maryland Great Lakes Northfield Vermont

Giants Clinch National League Title in 10th Inning Thriller

The New York Giants seized the National League crown after a tense 10th inning victory over the St Louis Cardinals. George Kelly delivered the decisive hit scoring Frank Frisch as Ti Ryan earned the win in relief. The Yankees edge closer to the American League title with a key clash looming in Boston.

Chicago Associated Press New York Giants John J. McGraw McGraw Phil Douglas Pittsburgh Pirates George Kelly Frank Frisch St. Louis Cardinals Ti Ryan McQuillan Yankees St. Louis Browns Boston Washington Browns Chicago White Sox Giants Cincinnati Philadelphia Cincinnati Reds Phillies Trixey Toke Daubert Hickory Ty Cobb Detroit Tigers Pirates Oldham Tigers Virates Holloway Bob Veach Tirates Casey Stengel

Y M C A Volley League Resumes Tonight

Y M C A volley league play resumes after Tuesday postponements. Tonight Link faces Applewhite at 6 15 PM and Soostons meet Stephenson. Stephenson leads the circuit with three wins, Applewhite close behind, followed by Goodman and Link in the standings.

Y. M. Co. Ai Link Applewhite Soostons Stephenson LI Pet. Stephenson Goodman

Wonder Who'll Win Dixie Golf Crown

Nashville experts speculate on the fourth annual open championship of the Southern Golf Association at Belle Meade Club starting Wednesday. Professionals have begun practice on the grounds ahead of the event with many already in town.

Nashville Tenn Southern Golf Association Belle Meade Club Ig Evant

Hornsby Might Be Home Run King This Season

Rogers Hornsby of the St. Louis Cardinals leads the chase for home runs and is well positioned to challenge Babe Ruth for the season title. He also aims to become the first NL player since Ed Delahanty to finish with a .400 batting average, with an unofficial .401 mark and strong recent hitting. Hornsby holds 42 homers, three ahead of Ken Williams, as the schedule winds down with four games left for Williams to close the gap.

New York Babe Ruth Rogers Hornsby St. Louis Cardinals Hornsby Cardinal Ed Delehanty Philadelphia Nap Lajoie Ty Cobb George Sister Cobb Sister Ken Williams St. Louis Browns Huth Nis

Witnesses Moved to Winder for Barrow County Probe

Special to Banner-Herald reports that Willie Peters and other Black residents from Barrow County were brought to Winder for grand jury hearings after Judge Fortson urged a thorough probe into alleged raids and a recent lynching. Offi cers guarded the group as fear of further violence persisted.

Banner-Herald Winder Willie Peters Barrow County RGO Asberry McCluskey George Mack Fortson

Dies of Bullet Wound Monday

Stewart Fairbanks died at Gray Hospital after an accidental rifle discharge near his home. He collapsed from a bullet to the left lung while returning from a hunting trip and received attempts at care including a blood transfusion from his mother, Mrs. O. N. Pollard.

Banner Herald Atlanta Stewart Fairbanks Gray Hospital 0.N. Pollard Peeples Street Grady Hospital

Agnes Scott planned to grow into greater college future

Dr. F N Gaines outlined Agnes Scott College progress and a plan for a Greater Agnes Scott. Since its 34th term, the school has expanded from a rented building with four teachers to twenty one buildings, fifty four teachers, and four hundred forty five students. Assets rose from 5000 to 1 586 344 and plans include a modern gymnasium dormitory music and art building larger power house and laundry and a higher standard of Christian education. He spoke of spiritual aims and cooperation in work and prayer to achieve the best and most spiritual college in America.

Banner-Herald Agnes Scott God Presbyterian Institution of Higher Learning America South East

Hooper Alexander Indicted For Alleged Intimidation

Atlanta report states Hooper Alexander former United States district attorney was indicted by a federal grand jury on three counts for attempting to influence the grand jury by writing an intimidating letter to James W. Wilson foreman regarding an ongoing investigation involving Dr. C E Murphey. Alexander had not been informed of the indictment and gave no comment.

Banner Herald Atlanta Federal Grand Jury Hooper Alexander United States Atatrict United States Penal Code James W. Wilson Grand Jury

Second Game For Eastern Honors

NEW HAVEN Conn New Haven will send Jonny Cooney to the Young Tuesday in an effort to turn back the Baltimore Orioles in the second game of the series for the Minor League championship of the East Jack Ogden is carded to pitch for the International League pennant winners The first game was won by Baltimore Stool

New Haven Conn Jonny Cooney Baltimore Orioles Jack Ogden Baltimore Stool

Dust Flight at Palace Promises Major Photoplay

Goldwyn presents The Dust Flyer at the Palace a Basil King photoplay directed by Rowland V. Lee. Letty rises from dust laden hardship to noble womanhood through love and rescue by Rashley Allerton with a strong cast including Helene Chadwick James Rennie Claude Gillingwater Mona Kingsley Edward Peil and George Perriolat. The film features striking photography and an unusual treatment praised for its universal appeal.

Palace Today Basil King Palace Goldwyn Rowland V. Lee Letty Judson Flack Rashley Allerton Barbara Wallbrook Allerton Helene Chadwick James Rennie Allertoh Caude Gillingwater Mona Kingsley Edward Peil George Periolat Mr. King

Elite Western Drama Opens With The Wind ing Trail

The Elite presents The Wind ing Trail a western drama featuring Buck Manning and Jerie Clifford in a rugged tale from West history with thrills horsemanship and crowd appeal. The local cast promises capable support and solid performances.

Buck” Manning Jerie Clifford

Mae Murray Designs Gowns in Broadway Rose

Mae Murray’s latest feature shows her in gowns described as stunning, with reports that most of the costumes in her productions were her own designs. The Palace Theatre screening mentions fashion as a standout element, fueling chatter about the star’s wardrobe.

Doshnine Yikowns Mae Murray Broadway Rost Palace May Murray Peacocke Alley Morbalway Rowe Palace Theatre Misa Murray

Toledo club names George Whitted as manager

George Whitted of Toledo has been named manager of the Toledo club in the American Association. Bresnahan is announced as president of the league.

Toledo George Whiter American Association I Bresnahan

Tigers Win Invite: Cobb Hit In Exhibition Game

Detroit Tigers beat Pittsburgh 5 to 4 in an exhibition. Ty Cobb was struck on the leg by a pitch from Yellowhorse and limped off the field. Margarethe Morris, daughter of Prof and Mrs John Morris, will give a music recital at No school, 7 o'clock, admission charged.

Detroit Detroit Tigers Pittsburgh Ture Cay Ty Cobb Yellowhorse Cari Margarethe Morris

Back Aches and Kidney Trouble Ad Claims Cure

Mrs M McCullough of Easton writes of her husband suffering backache rheumatic pains exquisite pain and blurred vision as signs of kidney trouble. He could barely rise and would be drawn to one side. Foley Kidney Pills allegedly cured him and were advertised as a quick relief for kidney and bladder issues. Sold everywhere.

Husband

Piggly Wiggly Produce List Draws Mixed Picks

A shopper notes a selection from Piggly Wiggly featuring Van-Nil Iceberg lettuce Fancy White celery Aligator pears Secker pears Tokey grapes and a mix of lemons apples and oranges. The list hints at a varied grocery display with fresh produce options.

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Ty Aota Tobacco Products Corporation New York, N. Y Jones T. Larry Gantt Barnstorm the Sporting World Earle Watson Bulldogs Heydler Boquet Y. Volley St. Louis O Cleveland St.Louis Brooklyn Pittsburg Winder Cougt du Chie Scott Ballant Csberg Miss May NEW Western Ar Broadway ELITE Star Palace Direct N. Y George Whitted Toledo Moai Ajelia Tish Portemouth England Van-Nil Americas Shinora
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