Athens Chamber lauds Atlanta firemen and appoints committees
The Athens Chamber of Commerce adopted resolutions praising Chief George McDorman and Atlanta Fire Chief William Cody for their swift response and aid during the fire, and for providing a special train. The board approved new committees and chairmen for the year, with detailed appointments across civic, economic, and educational areas.
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Athens Chamber of Commerce
George McDorman
William B. Cody
Atlanta Department
Seaboard
Athens
Atlanta
A. Rhodes
M. J. Costa
H. H. Gordon
H. A. Nix
H. W. Dews
George ‘. Mell
Morton. Hodgson
M. J. Abney
C. D. Flanigen
A. A Johnson
F .A. Lipscomb
Goethius
Rhodes
Agriculture and Rural Life
James W Morton
Andrew C. Erwin
John J. Wilkins
J. B. McCurry
H. J. Rowe
D. F. Miller
H. W. White
Fleetwood Lanter
Billins Phinizy
Tlousing
W. T. Broxton
F. O. Miller
John J. Strick
Kidnapping Reported of Wealthy Californian’s Wife
Los Angeles on January 27 Mrs Gladys Witherell 23 wife of O S Witherell president of Lear and Investment company disappeared Tuesday night with an 18 month old baby and is said to be held for ransom by communications received by relatives and believed by police to be bona fide.
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Associated Press
Los Angeles
Cal
Gladys Witherell
O S. Witherell
Lear and Investment Company
Preacher jailed for mail theft of $189000 in Mount Vernon
Kyle, a former preacher from East St. Louis, was arraigned before United States Commissioner Hooker on January 14 for stealing mail pouches containing 189000 at Mount Vernon. He waived preliminary hearing and was remanded to jail with bond set at 20000.
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Assoc East
Manning is Elected Bishop of New York
New Orleans January 27 resolutions proposing a nationwide probe into profiteering in building materials were adopted by the association of contractors of America. They urged the legislatures of thirty seven states where the group is represented to investigate and punish profiteers in building materials.
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Associated Press
New Orleans
New York
Glaum Production Pleases Elite Patrons At White Theater
Louise Glaum stars in Love Madness at the White Theater drawing fascination and tension for audiences yesterday. The silent drama showcases her wide range from social butterfly to underworld figures, with elites likely to pack crowds for today’s showing.
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White Theater
Louise Glaum
Miss Glaum
Athens Fire Department Praised For Eight Hour Battle
Atlanta fire chief W S Cody commended the Athens fire department after an eight hour blaze that damaged a major business block. He praised the Athens crew for keeping flames from spreading, noted inspector McDorman was injured in a ladder fall, and lauded the local force for their resilience despite limited equipment.
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Atlanta
Athens Fire Department
Cody
Atlanta Fire Department
Athens
McDorman
Daniels to visit plant for steel armor plate pour
Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels and an official party will tour the naval ordnance plant at South Charleston on February 24 to witness the pouring of the first steel for armor plate.
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Charleston
W. Va
Josephus Daniels
Navy
Naval Ordnance Plant
South Charleston
Y M C A Athens Directors Meet For January Session
The Athens Y M C A board of directors will hold its January meeting at 6 pm with no guests. International and state supervisory secretaries H E Montague Dr G Wilson and likely C B Loomis will discuss matters of moment. Supper served at 7 pm by the Ladies Auxiliary. The year’s work shows growth since November with activity rising and finances improving.
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Athens Young Men’s Christian Association
H. E. Montague
Georgia
G. Wilson
Southeast
International Committee
C. B. Loomis
Toya
Coverdale and Lever 10 Speak at State College
At the state college of agriculture Farmers week features addresses by J W Coverdale and Senator Lever. Coverdale, a noted speaker, and Lever, coauthor of the Smith Lever act, address farm topics appealing to Clarke county residents. A field demonstration on tractor equipment closes the course tomorrow.
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Icoverdale
Lever 10
State College
State College of Agriculture
J. W. Coverdale
Senator Lever
Clarke County
Athens
Coverdale
Lever
Smith-Lever
Postponed Georgia Tech Industrial Tour Set For April
Atlanta dispatch reports the state-wide Georgia Tech Industrial Tour has been rescheduled for April 4 to 9 after weather and inventory delays. Dr. K G Matheson leads the effort to promote industrial salvation, with plans to visit 37 Georgia towns and attract about 150 business leaders, drawing on lessons from the eastern tour and aiming to boost confidence and enterprise. The Athens Bible conference phase includes a ten day event March 9 to 18 with Dr G Campbell Morgan and Dr Len G Broughton leading sessions.
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Kiwanis Club
McDowell
Atlanta
Atlanta Kiwanis Club
Andrew J. Cobb
Snelling
W. T. Forbes
City of
Fire Department
Athens
Dorsey
8. V. Sanford
A. J. Cobb
John White
G. Campbell Morgan
Ath
Len G. Broughton
Holdens
Georgia School of Technology
Georgia
Georgia Tech
K. G. Matheson
New York
Matheson
Beersy
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Melton Institute
Athens Bible Conference
J. Cartledge
Will Not Approve Jap Treaty Until Argument Is Heard
Washington January 27 The state department will not approve the proposed new treaty with Japan until members of the senate and others interested can present their arguments Secretary Colby told Senator Phelan of California today stressing the need for a full hearing before action is taken on the agreement
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
State Department
United States
Japan
Senate
Department
Phelan
California
Colby
Allies Refer Reparations Question to Expert Committee
The supreme council of the Allies tonight referred the German reparation question to a committee of experts for study and recommendation.
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Associated Press
Chief McDorman Injuries Worse Than Thought After Fire
Chief George W. McDorman of the Athens fire department is resting with several broken bones and wounds after a fall at the big Tuesday morning fire. He sustained broken arms two ribs and a finger, with bruises. friends extend sympathy and wish for a rapid recovery. He has led the department since its creation in the early 1890s.
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George W. McDorman
Athens
McDorman
Georgia Plays Macon Y Tonight and Sports Schedule Change
Georgia faces Macon Y tonight after a player in question is cleared by authorities. Changes to Georgia’s schedule shift the February 19 game to Atlanta and move the February 22 Athens game to accommodate the IIAA tournament in Atlanta, boosting student turnout for the Bulldogs’ pennant bid.
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Clemson
Gers. Rium
Sanford
Athens
Georgia
Atlanta Athletic Club
Atlanta
Athletic Club
Bulldogs
Debris blasts injure several after wrecking work
A blasting accident at Michaes Corner yesterday wounded multiple people. Charley Bullock suffered a broken leg and Audley Morton a leg wound while a student at the university clinic received a facial injury. Police warned crowds as wrecking workers used dynamite to pull down walls damaged by Tuesday morning’s fire.
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Michaes Corner
Charley Bullock
Audley Morton
Jackson Street
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Chamber Boar
Athens Atlanta Chiefs
Chamber Commerce
Finster
Clarke
Goetchins
G. G. Bond Municipal Affairs
A. E. Davison
New Enterprises
J. W. Barnett
W. L. Irwin
W. F. Dorsey
C.F . Martin
Compton
Freeman Safety
H. A. Pendergraph
W. H Cadmiss
F. A. Lipscomb
Andrew M. Soule
State Normal School
J. MW. Pound
University of Georgia
D. C. Barrow
T. J. Wooster
Martin J. Abney
W. G. Griffeth
C. M. Strahan
W. W. Scott
Joel A. Weirchair
House
Secretary of Agriculture
Louisiana
Alabama
Manning Is
Chief Cody
Y.M.C.A
American Federation Farm Bureau
Michael Bros
Hotel
Michael
Hotel Georgian
Bible Conference Committee
ATY
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Macon
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