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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1905
Page
1
Athens and surrounding counties anticipate the grand fair opening Tuesday at eight. Exhibits and stock displays are being prepared with extra time to ensure readiness. Special free attractions, balloon ascents by Prof Charles Swartz, and merchants closing for a half day are planned to make opening day a city wide holiday.
Mrs Norris, living on Grady Avenue, was attacked by an angry cow in her back yard. The animal trampled her knee and she was dragged toward the ground before she could reach safety. Medical aid reported painful knee injuries and a delayed recovery ahead.
The Athens Electric Railway Company states that starting September 23, 1905, the first car will depart the car barn at 6 30 a m and the last car from downtown at 11 01 p m. Depot line cars will not meet the early morning or late plant trains on the Baaboard.
The Ladies Auxiliary hosts University of Georgia students and senior members at a 8:30 to 10 reception with a 9 o'clock program. Performances include Lastpiel Overture, medley, violin solo, soprano solos, and a university quartet with Miss Purucher and Mrs. John Morris. Refreshments will follow.
The middle Oconee River is dropping about two inches daily, with no slowdown yet. If precipitation continues, water levels will fall further, risking shutdown of nearby power plants due to reduced flow.
Zingarella prepares for a perilous feat at Elitch's Gardens during the free circus. She speaks of risk, family training, and the fear of never returning, comparing her courage to a fireman answering an alarm as plans unfold for two performances with local fireworks help in the evening show.
Mr Lumphin aged about seventy died yesterday afternoon at his home in Lexington after a long illness. He leaves a widow and four children Daun Lumpkin Thomas B Lumpkin Oglesby and Lucy Olive Lumpkin all of whom reside in nearby counties. He was a highly esteemed longtime citizen with many relatives and friends in Ogle thorpe County. The funeral is set for this afternoon at three and interment will follow in Lumpkin burial grounds in Oglethorpe County.
A mayor's court report shows Lester faced a $10 fine for creating four disturbances in the city on Wednesday night. Burrus Locklin received a $1 fine for disorderly behavior amid unclear details in the incident record.
This morning at ten o'clock Col Max d Joseph Col FLA Lipscomb Col G 8 Deadwyler will meet in Mir Lipscomb's office to arrange a programme for the governor and party on Governor's Day at the fair West Thursday. A large number of colonels have signaled attendance and it is expected the governor will be present with many of his members. Local colonels will work to ensure a successful day and residents look forward to the event.
Mrs. R P Ward will again attract crowds at the fair this year. She will be stationed in the same agricultural hall booth as last year and invites friends to call and visit during the event.
This afternoon at 5:30 the Hebrew New Year Rosh Hashone begins in the city. The observance continues until tomorrow afternoon with synagogue services and Dr. Rubenstein delivering the sermon for the occasion.
Rabun Gap High School prepares to open its doors with an expected attendance of at least two hundred mountain children. Enrollment exceeds one hundred fifty, with more names coming daily. Prof J V Arrendale heads the faculty, joined by graduates from Lacey Cobb Institute and the State Normal School. A kickoff rally at Rabun Giltory featured Governor Terrell and University of Georgia figures praising the project, noting the building as among the state’s best.
A historical note recalls Dr Crawford W. Long of Jefferson Ga using ether to anesthetize James M Venable during a neckwen extraction. Mr R H Goodman of Athens sourced the ether, a key event in medical history. The piece also discusses local fundraising for Rabun County schools and dormitory needs.
First call at 8:15 and assembly at 8:30 mark a city meeting. The session covers appointment of new commissioned officers and other business of importance as announced by W. A. Gapps, Cantat.
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