Jefferson Davis statue procession stirs Southern pride in Richmond
In Richmond Virginia on Thursday a procession moved the Jefferson Davis statue from depot to the monument site. A large wagon carried the statue aided by Confederate veterans and thousands of cheering onlookers including 3000 children. The piece urges teaching Southern history to the young with reverent memory of the Confederate cause.
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Jefferson Davis
Adams
Richmond
Rudd
Lee Camp
Pickett Camp
United Confederate Veterans
South
School Improvement Efforts Across the South
The piece praises widespread school building and grounds improvements led by the University of Georgia and the Georgia School Supervision program. It highlights the Georgia Federation of Women’s Clubs and forestry education, plus a conference in Tha Haewe discussing international peace and views on disarmament and Roosevelt era policy.
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Mimary
Tha Haewe
Lence
Roosevelt
United States
The Peace Congress Movement Seeks Global Peace
A call for continued support of peace efforts notes that war cannot be wholly eliminated but urges arrangements to reduce wars over trivial causes. It compares the hopeful aims to a peace congress in New York guiding citizens toward disarmament and diplomacy.
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Peace Congress
Seom
New York
Commissioner Merritt’s Work Elevates Georgia Schools
State School Commissioner W. G Merritt is praised for strengthening Georgia’s common schools. His efforts include a new publication compiling county reports from Coffee Morgan Rockdale Union and Wayne counties, highlighting school conditions and progress. The system keeps him in close touch with all schools to maintain high standards.
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Merritt
W. G Merritt
Georgia
Coffee
Morgan
Rockdale
Union
Wayne
George C. Adama
Newton County
W. R. Smith
Tift County
Educational awakening drives Georgia's school reforms
The Georgia county school commissioners are praised for leading a rural education revival. The editorial lauds higher education, the role of high schools, and the need to keep rural pupils from fleeing to cities. Athens is invited to host the next annual session, seen as a boost to the state’s educational future.
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University of Georgia
Georgia
Amber
Wouncil
Athens
County School Commissioners of
Tig
Bes
South
Aysteuis
Athens Leads Educational Awakening in State Institutions
The article notes a remarkable development in the common school system. It asserts that educators from a quarter century ago would not recognize the current progress, yet acknowledges ongoing work expected in the coming years. Athens takes pride as its institutions stand at the forefront of this statewide educational awakening influencing many fields.
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Athens
Athens to host Great Council of Red Men session
Athens prepares to entertain representatives of the Great Council of the Improved Order of Red Men from across the state next month. The mayor and council allocate one hundred dollars for the visit. local lodges will add funds as needed to ensure a royal welcome and beneficial exchange of ideas among citizens.
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Athens
Order of
Red Men
Focal Lodge
Athena
Hig City
Great Council of Red Men
Great Council Session Bring Fraternal Groups Together
Local lodge committees and fraternal orders unite to host a state Great Council session. Educational and business institutions join in supporting the event with efforts to ensure a memorable, beneficial gathering for visitors and members alike.
Masons of Seventh District to Hold Rome Conclave
Rome Ga April 22 Masons of the Seventh District plan a May 1–2 convention in Rome with Worshipful Master Meyerhardt presiding. Tickets issued exceed two thousand as programs include musical numbers, addresses by state and regional leaders, a third degree by Grand Master Meyerhardt, and a Masonic rally. Railroads offer reduced rates for attendees from Georgia and Alabama.
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Masons
Hill City
Rome
Meyerhardt
Paul F. Akin
Aslent
Terre
Gener
Clement A. Evans
Atlanta
B. FP. Thurman
Lafayette
J. W. Taylor
Luthersvilles
Madlox
Branham
Rey
A. B
Lansbun
Andrew S. Tarvey
Dicksle Bradley
Bartow County
R. B. Ladden
L. R. Gwaltney
J. B. Allen
A.B. Sansbun
B. Ledbetter
Terrible fires claim four lives and costly loss in New York
Four Italians died as fires raged for five hours on the upper East Side and adjacent blocks. Two hundred fifty horses perished in the stables at Christopher and Barrow streets. Fire boats and multiple alarms fought six blazes, with two engines wrecked after collisions with street cars and two hotels damaged.
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New York
Upper East Side
Broadway
Middle East Side
Christopher and
Barrow Streets
Christopher
Barrow
West
Washington Streets
Palace
Georgia Educational Association to Propose School Reforms
The Georgia Educational Association meets in Macon this week to discuss a formal report led by Prof. T. J. Wooster. Proposals include a professional State Board of Education, a State Superintendent with expanded powers, rural high school development, county superintendent roles, local tax increases, and increased teacher recruitment. The plan aims to unify and professionalize Georgia education and will advance to the legislature.
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Georgia Educational Association
Macon
S. M. Inman
Atlanta
Georgia
T. J. Wooster
University of Georgia
J. M. Pound
J. B. Evans
BE. W. Childs
J. Henry Walker
Wooster
Pinehurst
Board of
State House
Unman
Association
Postal service to test automobile delivery at Jamestown Exposition
The Post Office Department begins automated mail routes using suitable automobiles and will deploy officials to inspect exhibits at the Jamestown Exposition. The Postmaster General directs details for duty and evaluation of machines for postal collection and delivery. M. O. Chance, Chief Clerk. On Fine Printing The Banner Leads.
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Postonce Department
T. 8
Southgate
Postoffce Department
M. O. Chance
University cadets enjoy encampment in Gainesville park
Gainesville Ga April 23 The University cadets at Chattahoochee Park endure rain and a cold snap while they drill and socialize with Brenau college students. They attend services and face several receptions and dances as they await a local theater entertainment and a presentation of the Guvnor by the Thallana. Inspector General Obear and Gen Qbear inspect the Troop F guard.
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Gainesville
University
Chattahoochee Park
Brenau College
Ila
Lalneaville
Candler Torse Guarda
F. Georvin
Qbear
2Nd Gamany
Athena
Spo
Ander
G. E
Pilgrim
Obear
Broughtons Recovering From Streetcar Crash Injuries
Dr Lon G Broughton and his wife Mrs Broughton are recovering from injuries after a streetcar accident in Atlanta on April 23. Both will remain in their rooms for several days with the doctor reporting a restful night and partial ankle pain likely delaying full recovery. The Banner pledges support for the city’s progress and the advancement of the undertaking.
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Atlanta
Mra
Lon G. Broughton
Broughton
Editor Graves and the Democratic Nomination Debate
The passage argues that if Editor Graves can atone for his advanced ideas on the party’s duty in nominating a president, the public will forget him before the convention.
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Graves
Democratic Party
Alderman Proposes White Wings for City Street Cleaning
Macon Alderman Griffith urges Athens officials to adopt white wings and hand sweepers to clean paved streets all day at a lower cost than the current night crew. He outlines six to eight workers, daily wages, and potential savings, noting improved cleanliness and possible board of health support.
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Griffith
Macon
Athens
Grifith
Board of Health
Barron
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