28 Sep 1920
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1920
Page
1
A fragmented report notes Walker accepting a local invitation while discussing actions and decisions from Attorney General Lainey and regional matters. Cox comments on broader administration stances and Walker plans to return to Athens to deliver public updates.
Police pursuit centers on a local suspect described as a well known public figure and alleged perpetrator in a string of poultry thefts. Detectives report several prior checks tied to the individual and warn neighbors to avoid vigilante actions while investigations continue at headquarters.
At Amaota on September 27 two African American men joined a tense religious gathering. One man allegedly produced a rattlesnake during the wild service and claimed he could handle it, but the snake bit his neck and he collapsed as the crowd expelled the serpent.
Sinn Fein attacks sweep Meath Ireland following the police barracks blaze. Chief Constable White among the wounded as armed men raid residences and burn buildings in the town amid unrest yesterday morning.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a controversial illustration showing many colored saints and angels around a throne of grace. The piece questions racial depictions in religious art and mentions Atlantic suppression and public sale context.
Arkwright, president of the Georgia Railway and Power Company, argues fare increases in street railway, heating, electric light, and gas are necessary to meet rising costs. He says the public needs can be served and denies the public has been misled by those opposing the rate hikes.
Special to The iBanner reports that prominent supporters advocate Debi’s release from confinement. Campaign backers include political figures and local leaders who argue Debi is wrongfully imprisoned for crimes including the assassination of President McKinley.
Special to The Banner reports that Congress in New Orleans October 2 will debate tariffs as Republicans push for a revision favoring protection and Democrats seek revenue. John H Kirby notes parties differ on foreign trade policy with tariffs becoming a central campaign issue influencing the forthcoming elections.
In New York Harbor on September 27 the fogbound waters kept six warships and more than a dozen bound foreigners at Randy Hook as the weather bureau predicted the mist would not lift for hours. Several large liners managed to creep through the fog.
The mystery of W T Treadwell’s disappearance near Watkin sville remains unsolved after four nights of investigation. Police continue to rule out foul play and search for the body, with theories shifting as tickets from the night of the disappearance are accounted for and no conclusive motive is found.
Savannah resident Graham Heiner, a Johns Hopkins University student and College Debating Council honorary member, earns a Rhodes Scholarship. Heiner, son of Colonel G Heiner, will study at Oxford for three years starting October 192. Heiner has won the Sophomore Medal for public speaking and participated in various athletics while at Georgia college.
At a Sunday evening service at a Christian church Me Whitehead was dragged by three white youths who claimed they were just taking a ride. Police arrested Carl Tenner and another youth within twenty minutes and fined them $15.76 in police court yesterday mornings.
William J Burns, head of the Federal Bureau, issued a statement from New York on September 21 arguing a crime was inspired by adherents of the Third International in Moscow. Police and district attorney officers say no evidence ties the Third International to the Wall Street explosion and welcome Burns to present any proof before the grand jury.
King Victor Manuel of Italy today gave royal assent to the St Germain treaty between Italy and Austria as announced by the Associated Press. The formal report notes the confirmation of the treaty terms and the government’s approval.
A speeding auto strikes a pedestrian at the Dellwood and Ashby streets intersection as a streetcar departs. The driver, McCall, was arrested. the victim died at the scene as bystanders and officials assess the tragedy.
Brooklyn clinched the National League pennant in a dramatic finish as Giants and Braves battled tightly. The contending clubs chased the title through September with key performances shaping their final standing.
Michael, president of the Congregation of the Children of Tarue, announced that Rabbi Morile Lichstenstein of New York has accepted a call to lead the local Jewish community and will arrive with his wife to make their home here. Lichstenstein has conducted holiday services and earned prominence writing on religious and philosophical topics.
The article outlines projections from 1920 on tobacco use and its impact on national finances. It cites per capita cigarette consumption, total cigars, chewing tobacco, and dipping, with figures for U.S. consumption and related tax revenue. It notes potential debt reduction if tobacco profits funded national obligations, and compares U.S. figures to England.
The document details spending and contributions for governorship hopeful Thomag W Hardwick in Atlanta. It lists items such as printing office expenses advertising and automobile repairs with totals around 2580 dollars and several individual donations including a 750 dollar gift from Walter Sling.
A report notes the first Athenian wounded in World War I is now at a Savannah hospital under special treatment. He served as a Marine in British waters, later returning home and recovering, walking with crutches this summer, amid broader wartime accounts from Savannah and Washington.
In a Sunday clash at the club on Second Street, Miller and Hunter argued over a lemon squeezer soda device, escalating to a hand tool intervention. Spectators intervened as the pair were separated, with Miller acquitted and Hunter fined 16 dollars 15 cents in police court yesterday.
University of Georgia enrollment surpasses 1000, with 1,029 registered by close of day. Jim White Jr. is noted as the 1000th registrar, and a wedding tour in the Canadian Rockies is mentioned among students. Last year’s peak reached 1,361 and officials expect higher totals this year.
Detroit Michigan September 27 American and Canadian farmers are driving “To Hell With Work” spirit off the face of the continent. Dewitt Foster, former Canadian parliament member and superintendent for Industrial and Resources of the Canadian National Railways, cites joint farming resistance as a united front against industrial pressure.
Financial summary from the Federal Reserve Board dated September 26 detailing gold reserves and related assets. Includes gold coin and certificates, settlement funds, foreign gold holdings, redemption funds, and total gold reserve. Also covers government bonds, certificates, deposits, capital, surplus, and total liabilities and assets as of the reporting period.
The Cook County Grand Jury will resume hearings on baseball gambling and game throwing with Mrs. Henrietta D. Kelly summoned to testify. Several Chicago American League players who boarded at her home are connected to the investigation and the fraud jury may return amendments as the inquiry proceeds.
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