Man Aims to Wreck Trains with Safety Device In Trial
Walter Morris son of Rev J W M Morris brought a curious device to the Banner office claiming multiple attempts to wreck fast trains. He describes the Andrews safety and wreck invention tested under federal oversight, praised for preventing derailments and compared to the air brake and telephone in significance.
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Banner
Walter Morris
J. W. M. Morris
Washington City
Andrews
Interstate Commerce Commission
Congress
Funeral of Mrs. N. F. Watson Selected Hebrew Chapter
Mrs. N. F. Watson, aged over seventy, died yesterday at 1476 East Broad Street. She had chosen the twelfth chapter of Hebrews for her funeral readings and will be laid to rest in the old family burying ground in Oglethorpe County after a service following a seven o'clock morning departure for the family home. Survived by three sisters, a brother, and several sons, funeral arrangements reflect years of devotion and family ties.
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N. F. Watson
East Broad Street
Paul
Jesus
Oglethorpe County
Oglethorpe
Watson
Mr. Butler
J. A. Butler
J. F. Butler
Athens
W. F. Butler
W. F. Moore
Prosecutes a Bystander For Retaining Foul Ball Too Long
J H Heisman president of the Atlanta Baseball Association and Georgia Tech coach attended a recorder court to prosecute T B Hogsed of Cornelia for keeping a foul ball as a souvenir during Saturday's game. Hogsed claimed he held the ball briefly before returning it when asked. Judge Broyles dismissed the case noting the ball was returned promptly and not larceny. The article also notes Georgia Chamber of Commerce activities and meetings in August across multiple cities.
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J. H. Heisman
Atlanta Baseball Association
Georgia Tech
Recorder’s Court
Hogsed
Cornelia
Ajfoul
Mr. Heisman
Tedder
Atorn Justce
Tivity
W. A. Winburn
Central of Georgia Railway
George
White man jailed after refusing to pay fine for whiskey sale
Washington Georgia August 1 J W Peck jailed in Wilkes County for defaulting on a fine imposed last week by Judge William Wynne in the city court. Peck pleaded guilty to ten counts of violating prohibition law and chose jail over the fine, an unprecedented action in Wilkes since the county voted dry twelve years ago. He will be sent to Milledgeville early next week, record showing him as one of the few white men convicted locally for selling whiskey and the only one to refuse payment.
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Washington
Wilkes
J. W. Peck
Wilkes County
William Wynne
Peck
Milledgeville
Mt. Airbis
Judge Emory Speer
Judge Speer
Congress
Emory Speer
United States
Congress. Judge Speer
Ninth
Speer
Billups
Banks Coun
International Lawn Bowling Opens in Buffalo
Buffalo N Y Aug 1 The first annual tournament of the Interational Lawn Bowling Association opened this afternoon and will continue through the week Chief events include the International Trophy Frontier Consolation Cup and Stotch doubles and singles
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Buffalo
N. Y
Interational Lawn Bowling Association
Stotch
Greene County Exterminates Ticks with First Vat
Greensboro Georgia August 1 The first regulation dipping vat in this region under government plans has been completed and approved by cattle owners. Dr A C Stever supervising tick eradication in Greene D W Whittaker state cattle inspector T W Mize government cattle inspector oversaw dipping 70 head for R E Bethea the first through the new vat as tick eradication expands in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensboro
A. C. Stever
Greene
D. W. Whittaker
T. W. Mize
R. E. Bethea
Distinguished Georgians Make Mt Airy Home in Summer
The Mt Airy region hosts prominent Georgians during the season, notably Judge Emory Speer, longtime congressman for Georgia's Ninth District. The piece recalls Speer’s deep ties, his court sessions at the Monterey hotel, and his enduring friendship with mountain residents who seek favors and pardons through him.
Ty Cobb Swam On Human Sea
Ty Cobb dazzled spectators with spectacular fielding in a Providence contest as he prevented the Athletics from scoring three times. His leaping catch in deep center, a full‑crowd tumble, and a late sprint to nab Thomas’ would‑be hit highlighted a sensational day for Cobb.
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Cobb
Tyrus
Feld
Lord
Thomas
Collins
Athletics
Diamond Demon
Murphy
Echo
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Dream Balm for Nasal Catarrh and Sore Membranes
An advertising notice promotes Dream Balm to relieve nasal catarrh swelling and soreness of inflamed membranes. It claims sneezing fits stop and discharge ends when the cause is removed, offering cleanliness and renewed health. Sold by druggists for 59 cents or mailed by Big Bros.66 Warren, New York.
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Big Bros
Warren
New York
Cholera Fears Dismissed by Public Health Authorities
A Journal of the American Medical Association excerpt from 1911 states no cause for alarm over cholera in the United States. Enhanced quarantine measures include bacteriologic exams and detention for steerage passengers from high risk ports, with observation extended to ten days. Medical advances are cited as better containment even if an outbreak occurs.
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Asia
United States
United States Public Health and Marine Hospital Service
Georgia Farm Land Values Rise Dramatically
The Georgia crop land value has grown by 160 percent over the last decade per census data. Projections suggest even larger gains as improved farming methods push Georgia toward leading the nation in agricultural output.
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Georgia
Union
Athens Clarke County to back Georgia land show bid
Secretary A W Brooks of the Athens Chamber of Commerce urged Clarke County officials to contribute 250 to Georgia’s land show advertising effort. He outlined that the Chicago Land and Irrigation Exposition in November would draw thousands of northern farmers seeking climate, soil, and affordable farms, with Athens Clarke receiving broad state promotion and literature distribution to attract settlers.
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Athens
Clarke County
A. W. Brooks
Athens Chamber of Commerce
Commissioners of Roads
Brooks
Georgia
Clarke
Syrian peddler buried yesterday in distant Athens obituary
A Syrian merchant known as Mike Thomas, longtime Athens resident from Griffin, died after a short illness. He leaves a wife and five children. His funeral at Oconee cemetery was conducted in Syriac by Rev Nojour, with attendees unable to understand the service.
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Mike Thomas
Athens
Oconee
Mediterranean
Mike Thoman
Grifin
Almmost
Mike
Nojour
Atlanta
Euphoric Tone Between Germany and France Over Moroccan Affair
The English premier’s remarks on the Moroccan affair pleased Germany and France. Observers expect smooth, amicable adjustments of all differences if both nations maintain such a cooperative spirit.
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Germany
France
State Normal Gets an Appropriation For Furnishing Building
Atlanta Aug 1 The house appropriations committee favors a 4874 75 special appropriation for furnishing the Carnegie library at the State Normal School Athens the state training college and branch of the university system The request aims to equip the new building on campus funded by the Iron master Also notes other state institution appropriations and the rising prohibition issue shaping session discussion
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Atlanta
House Appropriations Committee
State University
Carnegie
State Normal School
Atheny
State Normal
Watson Addresses Oconee County on Progressive Temperance
Hon J E Watson and Mr J J Brown plan speeches at Bishop on Saturday August 5 to organize a progressive temperance club in Oconee and nearby counties. A large audience is expected as Watson promotes a strong state organization and Brown campaigns statewide.
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Thomas E. Watson
J. J. Brown
Oconee
Bishop
Watson
Watson's Springs
Franklin County
Brown
Mr. Watson
Mr. Brown
Repeal Sought on Popular County School Board Elections
State Commissioner of Schools Jere M. Pound spoke in Gainesville urging selection of county school commissioners by informed officials rather than by the general public. He argued for local taxation for public schools and noted Hall County’s 580 illiterate school age children as a striking statistic.
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Gainesville
Teachers’ Educational Institute
Jere M. Pound
Pound
Hall County
Riverside boat race crowns Gainesville cadets for school title
Gainesville Ga Aug 1 Riverside Naval cadets Crew No 1 Division 2 won the boat race for the school championship at Chattoochee pier. Cadets Adams George Smith Smith R West composed the crew with several onlookers present. Cadet Stapler won the fifty yard dash and placed second in the backstroke event earning honors as the most graceful swimmer.
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Riverside
Gainesville
Naval Cadets
Chattahoochee Pier
Adams
George
Smith
West
Stapler
Department weighs beer definition amid Georgia concern
The Agriculture Department faces defining beer in the federal framework as it tackles a Georgia specific issue. The ruling will set a national precedent and is awaited with interest by observers and industry stakeholders.
Eighth Summer School Session Ends at University of Georgia
The eighth annual University of Georgia summer school closed with brief talks, certificate handings, and a performance of Everyman. Miss Cobb led the play, Mrs. Ora Hart Avery gave a notable Everyman turn, and Chancellor Barrow delivered a memorable River of Life address praised as one of his best. The session drew more students, counties, and teachers, with growing support and a new A M degree pathway drawing interest.
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University of Georgia
Everyman
Samme Achoc
Ora Hart Avery
Cancellor Barrow
Advertising Clubs Meet at Boston
Nearly three thousand delegates from major U S and Canada plus a London delegation gathered in Boston for the seventh annual convention of the Associated Advertising Clubs of America. The event spans four days with sessions, public meetings, excursions, and a closing banquet at Symphony Hall.
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Boston
Mass
United States
Canada
London
England
Paneull
Associated Advertising Clubs of America
Boston Opera House
Pilgrim Publicity Association
Opera House
Symphony Hall
Investigation into State Department of Agriculture Edges Toward Adjournment
The probe likely won't finish before legislative adjournment. It will continue after, with the committee aiming to report at the next general assembly session. Varéeman led in Mississippi, but a second vote may decide the outcome.
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State Department of Agriculture
General Assembly
Aboutia Varéeman
Mississippi
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State Chamber OF Commerce
Walker
Barnesville
John D. Walker
Sparta
Georgia Chamber of Commerce
State Chamber
Georgia State Chamber of Commerce
Macon
Wakefield
Greene County
Mt. Airy
Southern Railroad
Jim Griggs
Army of Voters
Dixie Land
Kennesaw Mountain
Lee
Monterey Hotel
Ty Cobb
Journal of the America Medical Association
Chicago
J. E. Watson
Department of Agriculture
Iy Brothers
Warren Street
Theegialatore
House
Roosevelt
Steel Trust
Teddy
North Carolina
Charlotte
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