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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1914

Page

4

Georgia Dairy and Live Stock Association 10 Meet in 19th Annual Session

The Georgia Dairy and Live Stock Association announced its nineteenth annual meeting at the State College of Agriculture in Athens on the 19th and 20th. Noted dairy and livestock experts from Tennessee Illinois Ohio and Washington will attend. The program includes addresses by Dr. Tait Butler and Col. J. D. Price among others, with sessions on alfalfa feeding cattle production animal restraint and tick eradication.

Georgia Dairy and Live Stock Association M. P. Jarnigen Tennessee South Union State College of Agriculture State Commission of Agriculture Tait, Butler Memphis Thomas Stanton Illinois Joseph Wing Ohio Department of Animal Industry Washington Association Eugene L. Hill Athens Andrew M Soule Athena J. D. Price Commissioner of Agriculture Atlanta C . W. Parker Elberton Tait Butler Tenn D. m Joseph EB Wing Mechannsburg College Farm John P. Faln Athens Ga Peter F. Bahr Nen Herser Georgia Moving Pictures BE. M U. S. Department of Agriculture D. C Wheton Col Clarendon Davis Huntsville Ala W. F. Wood Low Tattnall County B . H. Groover Reidaville E. McNish Silas J. Wm. Hart C. M. Morgan Penny van Erving Wm. Burson J. M . Downing

Boy is severely injured by dynamite cap blast

Allen Wier, 15, son of Mr and Mrs Asa Wier of Barberville, was badly hurt Sunday morning when a dynamite cap he was picking with a hairpin exploded. His thumb and two fingers on the holding hand were torn away and the other hand’s thumb and forefinger were blown off. His face burned and he was left crippled for life though his eyes escaped injury. The cap, found that day, had no charge, and a small amount of powder caused a loud explosion. The exact shell type could not be determined.

Allen. Wier Asa 8 Wier Barberville

Major Jenning Dead After Long Illness in Athens Area

Major James Jennings brother of former city Chief Henry Jennings died at 91 after two years bedridden at his home on Burst Factory road near Hodges Mill in Ocoves county. A Civil War veteran and former farmer, he is survived by daughters Nancy and Mollie and sons T J Jennings ZH Jennings of Atlanta and B H Jennings. Funeral held yesterday afternoon at Jackson burial ground. Chief Henry Jennings and others traveled from Atlanta to attend.

Jenning Jennings Ocoves County Burst Factory Hodges Mill James Jennings Henry Jennings Yqare Athena States Troupe Tuckston Oconer County Nancy Mollie Jennings Mesure T J. Jennings ZH. Jennings Atlanta B H. Jennings Jackson Athens

Labor anger over martial law hits Colorado and Michigan

Washington reports renewed labor activity pressuring Congress to probe Colorado and Michigan strikes. Senators cite Borah’s West Virginia martial law findings as proof civil courts failed. Michigan governor Ferris moves to end copper strike stalemate with a declared truce as Western Federation of Miners and owners seek terms.

Washington Congress Colorado Michigan West Virginia Benater Borah Borah Tirng Reina Houghton Mich Ferries Western Federation of Minera John B. Densmore Federal Department

New federal income tax returns form issued

Washington January 6 The treasury department issued the form required for returns on incomes under the new federal tax law. All citizens at home or abroad and residents with United States income must file by March 1 with possible 30 day extension for illness. Exemptions range from 2500 to 4000 for married persons and individuals. The tax starts at one percent up to 20000 and rises with income. Penalties apply for failure to file or fraudulent returns. Compensation of state officers is excluded except when paid by the United States.

Washington, D. C Treasury Department United States

Vanderbilt Gift Case Heads to Supreme Court

Nashville Tennessee January 6 Argument began before the supreme court today in a suit to decide the fate of Carnegie's million dollar gift to Vanderbilt University. The university board of trustees voted to accept the gift while the college of Methodist bishops opposed it and appealed. The case centers on control by the Methodist Episcopal Church South. The argument was set to continue for three days.

Nashville Tenn Supreme Court Carnegie Vanderbilt University Board of Trustees University College of Methodist Bishops College of Bishops The Methodist Episcopal Church, South

Clarke County Bank Opens With Over Ten Thousand Deposited

The Clarke County Bank opened on time to start its first day of business with more than ten thousand dollars deposited, subject to check. Cashier E. J. Smith Jr. provided the oath, and President Coleman called the opening gratifying. Savings clubs attract attention, and support comes from young business and salaried men as well as farmers. The new bank is said to fill an evident local need.

Clarke County Bestriess Coleman Cashler E. J. Smith Anandal Institution

The Angel Song and Tax Law Echo in Georgia

An odd blend of a biblical lyric about angels singing on Judean hills appears beside a grim note on Georgia taxation. The piece questions how much tax increases will occur this year as new laws take effect, hinting at a startling rise in costs.

Judea Georgia

Mexican and British moves loom over Mexican crisis

Washington reports England plans to transfer Sir Lionel Carden to Mexico, signaling unity among powers to press Wilson’s Mexican plan. London hints Carden’s handling of the imbrogilo offended the public. Admiral Fletcher warns of a possible Tampico attack as Ortega’s rebel forces withdraw toward reinforcements. Carranza moves through the United States to Juarez while rumors of Huerta’s retirement resurface and Trevino’s acceptance by the United States is discussed.

Washington England Lionel Carden Mexico Great Britain Wilson State Department Foreign Office Lionel London Gieneral Ortega Ojloaga Carranza el Paso Tex Hera Constitutionalists Nogales Sonora United States Juarez Huerta Mexico City Trevino Poblo Diaz

Oklahoma Oil Tanker Breaks Apart Off Sandy Hook

The oil tank steamer Oklahoma broke amidships at 7:30 Sunday morning off Sandy Hook. About 40 crew were aboard and a majority perished. The stern section sank with 32 men, eight were rescued by the steamer Bavaria. The captain reported seeing ten men from the wreck.

New York Oklahoma Sandy Hook Bavaria

Rawlings seek pardon for Milton after murder case plea

Leonard and Jesse Rawlings, once convicted of complicity in the Carter children murder and later pardoned by Governor Smith, appeared before the prison commission in Atlanta to plead for their brother Milton's freedom. They assert the evidence against him was insufficient.

Atlanta Leonard Jesse Rawlings Carter Smith Milton

New sheriff chosen for Habersham County

Clarkesville Ga Jan 5 E Barton close friend of former Sheriff Paul F Grant who died last Friday night was this morning appointed acting sheriff by Ordinary J Robertson to hold the office for thirty days until a successor to the late Sheriff can be elected Several are being mentioned as candidates for the unexpired term

Clarkesville

Paris Letters and Legal Reform Notes From Paris

In Paris, two German princes in evening dress drew attention at a fashionable cafe after Zabern troubles, prompting a wary remark to return to Berlin about Alsacian treatment. H. Cleveland Coxe advocates reforming French practice to favor court-based decisions and appeals, while Paris plans to replace the Morgue with the Medico Legal Institute and a terrace at La Cite, altering the riverside view.

Paris Berlin Zobern Fg Prince Adelbert Emperor Prince Henry Prussia H. Cleveland Coxe New York America France Coro Coxe Austeriitz Bridge Medico Legal Institute Island la Cite la Tour Lelle

New York Financiers Clash Over Reserve City Borders

Frank A Vanderlip warns the currency system requires oversight yet resist being captured by one vast New York regional bank. Hearings reveal aim to combine New England to Pennsylvania, with critics urging smaller, balanced districts and direct access for cities like Boston Philadelphia Chicago and San Francisco. The debate centers on capital size versus regional sovereignty among banks and European recognition.

Frank A Vanderlip National City Bank McAdoo Houston Federal Reserve Bank New York Vanderlip New England Pennsylvania Boson Philadelphia Washington Chicago St. Louis San Francisco Cleveland Cincinnati Atlanta Detroit

Despairing wife saved by husband’s rescue and Cardul claim

An anecdotal letter from Catron Kentucky recounts Bettie Bullock suffering womanly troubles for four years. After failing rest and doctor treatments her husband gives Cardus, a tonic marketed for women, which allegedly restores her energy and mobility. The piece urges readers to try Cardul, noting a half century of sales and a pharmacist recommendation.

Catron, Ky Bettie Bullock

Lieutenant Quits Army on Account of His Religion

Berlin reports Lt von Brandenstein of the Second Guard Regiment resigned his commission over opposed to dueling. The War Ministry says religious scruples will receive full consideration by courts of honor in officer disputes. A bill against duelling is before a Reichstag committee. von Brandenstein sought a court of honor but was denied as no attack on his honor occurred.

Berlin von Brandenstein Reichstag Wa Department Court of Honor Pasgybpon

Leishman attachment upheld by Supreme Court ruling

Philadelphia Jan 5 Supreme court decision reinstated the attachment for seventy thousand dollars against John G A Leishman former United States Ambassador to Germany. The item also notes broker victories over foreign claims and references Mississippi politics, with Foley’s Honey and Tar suggested for colds.

Philadelphia Supreme Court John G. A. Leishman United States

Making Arms Berlin Faces Surge in Gun Production

A German small arms firm shows sharp hiring growth from 946 to 3450 rifles and 104 to 489 machine gun workers between 1912 and 1913. Factors include orders from Mexico and plans for a larger army under new defense laws. Also notes a testimonial for Chamberlain's Tablets curing chronic constipation.

Berlin Mexico Ulater Edward Carson

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Ly’s Banner Vandy NEW Bank For Athens Rawlings Habersham County Jan Sneffels A. J. Walsh Foley Geo, Potter Pontiac H.R. Palmer & Sons Cardul Cardus Army May Tennyson H. R. Palmer & Sons Germany Leishman Bilbo Mississippi H. R. Patter & Sons Chamberlain
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