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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1908
Page
1
Old soldiers face hardship as pensions switch from annual to quarterly payments under a new act. Court official Wingfield returns briefly after a grip, while G T Wirg neil assists and all pensions wait for call. Debate at the general assembly aims to repeal the quarterly change.
The appeal from Judge Brand's decision in the bond validation case will be taken to the Supreme Court this week. The intervenors' counsel Mr Tuck aims to file papers this week to avoid delay, and the case, an injunction proceeding, will be advanced on the docket for quick hearing after filing.
Mr. E. H. Dorsey returns from New York with a large, select stock of clothing and gentlemen’s furnishings. The store plans many style changes, daily arrivals, and soon displays for inspection. He notes New York discussions on economic conditions and political sentiment, including opposition to Roosevelt and divisions in the Republican camp.
Mr. Lamar Dottery of this city was taken to Atlanta for hospital treatment a few days ago. His condition remains very serious though physicians hold guarded hopes for recovery.
Charlie Hunter, a Black man, was arrested on a larceny charge for allegedly taking thirty five dollars from A. L. Hull’s desk at the university. Hunter denies the act, but evidence points to him as the only other key holder besides the janitor. Hull locked the desk but the drawer wasn’t fully secured, money missing when he returned. A trial is slated in a few days.
Athens reports room traders profiting on the New York exchange with a about 10 point drop in quotes as spot dealers stay ready to buy below 12c. New York Cotton shows a steady to slightly lower trend with near months firming on renewed covering while Liverpool and other ports show mixed quotations across regional markets. Estimates for tomorrow cotton receipts in Houston New Orleans Galveston are set higher than last year as weather and demand shape the market tone.
The semi annual Knights of Pythias district convention in Georgia drew about 125 delegates from lodges statewide. St Elmo hosted with a formal welcome by George C. Thomas and remarks by Grand Chancellor David J Bailey. Monroe, Ga. was chosen for the next session on the second Tuesday in July. The event featured a long evening meal, rank exemplifications, and an address on Justus Rathbone by Thomas S Mell.
Savannah, Ga. February 19 Judge Charlton will consider applications for charters carefully. He will grant no charter to an organization for the sole purpose of locker club business and will assess each case on its merits before deciding. The Palmer Club on Berrien and Jefferson streets petitioned for incorporation. counsel said it would include a reading room and gymnasium. The case was set for Thursday after an investigation was promised.
Memorial Day observance preparations are being organized by the Ladies Memorial Association with Misa Mildred Rutherford, president, urging Cobb Delaney Camp U C V members to meet at City Hall on Saturday at 10 a m. Captain J J C McMahan, commander, gives notice for members to attend and assist, including arranging cross of honor distribution to veterans.
Prohibitionists seek funds to purchase a home for Rev A J Hughes who fought for prohibition in the state. A card from W H Morton explains the effort to repay his years of service, noting he is poor with an invalid wife and no home. The Cherokee Corner fund raised $100 last Sunday and donations are invited to East Point Georgia through Rev Winn Joiner.
Washington February 19 The house committee on rules chaired by Speaker Cannon examined a Humphreys resolution urging a full attorney general report on peonage prosecutions in the South and the roles of Mrs Quackenbos and Special Prosecutor Russell. No indictments followed though publicity mounted and immigration benefits concerns arose for Mississippi. The committee did not decide on favorable or unfavorable action and will continue the discussion.
W. S. Yeates Georgia's first state geologist aged 51 died at his Atlanta home after a year of ill health. He served 14 years as geologist, issued 15 bulletins on Georgia minerals, and won prizes for state exhibits. Survived by wife and two sons, funeral details to be announced.
Display windows at Michael's honored the Keights of Pythias district convention with cobra of the order in the decor and large United States flags. Delegates viewed the festive window and appreciated the tribute from the enterprising firm.
Chancellor David C. Barrow of the University of Georgia joins Dr Soule aboard the Educational Special at Valosta on February 16. He travels to Savannah, delivering lectures at each stop and speaking to students on education and citizenship. Barrow notes the rail journey broadens the farmer’s view and praises Soule College for driving state agricultural education.
A letter from Henrietta A. S. Marsh of Los Angeles describes recovering from seven weeks of la grippe after using Peruna. She reports rapid improvement and vows to rely on the remedy, noting long-term trust and widespread use observed in Kentucky and Tennessee. Mrs H A Weaver of Somerset Ohio also attests Peruna’s blessing.
Atlanta February 19. President Ransom calls executive committee of the Interstate Cotton Seed Crushers Association to meet in Memphis at the Gayosa hotel to decide the annual meeting city and date. Louisville is likely chosen for late April or May. Discussion will cover the National Council of Commerce and actions in Georgia, with Albert G. Perkins due to report on foreign cotton seed products. A special Georgia train load is planned if the date and place are set.
In Williamston North Carolina February 19 during Bishop William Stranges mission service at the Episcopal church E B McGlawthorne was shot by an unknown assailant who fled into darkness after saying you are the man I have been looking for He was carried home and died despite efforts to save him Authorities have no clues to the killer The notice ends with an advertisement urging DeWitts Little Early Risers pills.
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