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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1919
Page
3
Dr Karl Renner outlined Austria's postwar demands at St German as allied powers shared peace terms. Austria must cede large territories including Hungary, surrender its navy, and relinquish colonies while retain Adriatic access. The decree on army indemnity and reparations will follow with a 15 day reply window.
Twenty Lucy Cobb School graduates received diplomas at a Seney Stovall chapel ceremony, with valedictory by Miss Queen Holden of Athens and salutatory by Miss Virginia Kelley of Palmetto. The class includes Marguerite Atkinson, Margaret Brinson, Mildred Rutherford Clark, Lucy Cole, Maxine Dobbs, Georgia Evans, Elizabeth Etheridge, Louise Hilton, Queen Holden, Virginia Kelley, Agnes Marshall, Margaret Morton, Harriett Ray, Sara Roberts, Susan Scudder, Jessie Slack, Maude Smith, Mildred Snellings, Beryl Suddeath, and Miriam Wall. The audience praised the addresses and bid farewell to teachers and trustees, especially Miss Millie Rutherford.
The University of Georgia will honor its dead heroes at alumni day on June 17. Former students who sacrificed while serving with General Pershing in France are listed as among the honorees. Dormitories and hotels are arranged to accommodate attendees, with officials expecting one of the largest reunions since the centennial.
Washington reports claim Jews are massacred in Poland and eastern Europe. Representatives Siegal Laguardia and Goldfogle of New York call for a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on resolutions condemning ill treatment and seeking government rebuke.
An explosion partially wrecked Attorney General Palmer's Washington residence late tonight. Initial reports said one or more attackers were killed, and it was unclear if Palmer was at home. Police described the blast as severe and noted one bomber died in the explosion. Palmer has pursued radicals and was among those targeted by mailed bombs halted in New York.
The Athens June bridal march starts with a dusky bride leading the grand procession toward the altar. Officials predict a record month for marriage licenses as young couples pair up in June, though Monday saw only one license issued for a negro couple.
Charlottesville June 2 Senator Thomas S Martin entered the University of Virginia hospital today suffering from a nervous breakdown. Physicians say it will be some time before he can resume work in Congress.
Navy secretary Daniels says no non-stop or sensational flight by navy. Amer Seaplane N C Four to be dissembled and shipped back. May be 85 hours 28 minutes for a two day, one-stop trans continental run from New York to San Francisco with a stop at North Platte Nebraska.
Athens motorists continue racing through Oconee Heights and nearby streets despite protests. Pedestrians face daily danger as schoolchildren dodge racing cars. A Citizens Protective Association forms and plans action including a petition to county commissioners for a road speed law and possible motorcycle police enforcement. County officials are already examining traffic regulation on Clarke county roads. Watchful days lie ahead as officials consider steps to curb hazard.
Washington June 2 The Supreme Court sustained increased railroad telephone and telegraph rates ordered by the railroad administration and the postmaster general. The court held that Congress grants the president sweeping control over rail and wire systems with supreme authority to fix intrastate rates. Chief Justice White wrote two opinions, unanimous on railroad rates, Brandeis dissenting on the telephone and telegraph decisions without separate opinions.
Washington June 2 A permanent peace time policy for common carriers was presented to Congress in a bill drafted by the Interstate Commerce Commission and introduced by Senator Pomerene and Representative Esch. The measure would grant the commission sweeping authority over rates service consolidations extensions security issues and virtually all physical operations of railroads telegraph telephone cable and radio firms.
Washington June 2 with twenty one American republics represented and nearly five hundred delegates present the second Pan American commercial conference opened here today. President Wilson and presidents of Chile Ecuador Guatemala Bolivia Uruguay and other central and south American leaders cabled greetings.
Juarez residents flee across the International bridge into the United States as Villa forces proximity remains unconfirmed. Colonel Escobar in Juarez admits no contact with Chihuahua City and a military train returned after reaching only Samalayuca, twenty miles south of Juarez.
Norways refusal to join the allied blockade and widespread Palatine republic protests are reported. Alfred Zimmermann, former German foreign secretary, stayed at Amerongen castle after conferring with the ex-emperor. Count Von Brockdorff-Rantzau declines to comment on German counter proposals, signaling cautious negotiations ahead.
The Georgia Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows chose Macon as the next meeting place with dates May 27 to 29. The unanimous decision followed Chairman Homer R. MecClatchey’s report and funds were approved to erect an orphans home as a memorial to the late Judge Robert T. Daniel of Griffin. The session praised the fraternity’s affairs statewide.
Atlanta news reports the Yaarab Temple of Mystic Shrine plans a half million dollar Masonic Home project. Two East Baker and Ivy streets parcels worth 100000 are bought with work to start after plans are accepted. First floor houses grill and ballroom, second floor becomes a 3500 seat auditorium. Temple aims to grow to 4500 members this year and add 1000 new members by Saturday.
Atlanta June 2 Attorney General Clifford Walker has thrown his hat into the gubernatorial ring and will become an active candidate as the campaign heats up He rented the Lucky Suite in the Kimball House Rooms 108 110 on the second floor a room formerly made famous by Little Joe Brown Other declared candidates for Georgia chief executive include John M Holder Jackson speaker designate and A O Blalock internal revenue collector as the race fair grows in scope.
Thirty five University of Georgia military personnel have been selected by Captain Thweatt to attend training at Camp Lee in Petersburg Virginia, leaving June 21. After completion they will be listed as reserve officers for the US Army. Names include David Bond Jr and William Carson among others.
Auburn coach Mike Donahue names his mythical all-Southern lineup. Georgia dominates with Philpot Davis and Satterfield among infielders, while Alabama Auburn Mercer provide most starters. Bo hews to era rosters with Webster Techs and Acton in outfield.
Leland J. Henderson of Columbus told Georgia county commissioners that a statewide good roads system could yield over 12.25 billion dollars in 20 years, roughly half the nation's wartime debt. Professor Strahan outlined a plan for 85 million dollars to build 4800 miles of roads serving 90 percent of residents, funded by vehicle tax over 25 years. Governor Dorsey and others spoke at the Georgia Highway Association convention, the largest attendance since its start five years ago.
Georgia milk producers and dealers in the state formed a business association named the Georgia Milk Producers Association. The inaugural officers are Paul F. White of Atlanta as president, HH. D. Moore of Conley as vice president, W. T. Jones of Atlanta as secretary and treasurer, with Dr. John Keller of Atlanta, D. C. Cole of Marietta, and G. C. Selman of Monroe as board members. Membership costs five dollars, open to all dairy operators in Georgia.
Judge A J Cobb of Athens has returned from Savannah where he attended the Georgia Bar Association gathering. As chairman of the permanent commission on revision of judicial procedure he reported good work during the past year.
Atlanta area telephone workers strike demanding reinstatement of about a dozen discharged for union activity. Union spokesman says 1600 women operators and 160 men involved. Southern Bell reports 126 walkouts. Companies say service continues, though hampered, with 600 dialing room workers and 206 clerks affected.
The Georgia tax commission, appointed by the last legislature to revise the state's tax laws, held its final public session in the senate chamber. Senator H. R. DeJarnette stated that 75 percent of property escapes taxation under the current system, urged reclassification of property, and noted a floating debt of $3,000,000. The meeting drew many capitalists and business leaders as observers.
Mr BR L Copeland of Willard Service Station explains insulation’s role in electrical systems. In batteries it must keep plates apart permit solution flow and resist acid corrosion. He notes wood insulators vary and rubber inflation offers strong protection for plates.
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