Athens Railway Expands Mitchells Bridge Power Plant
The Athens Railway and Electric Company works on Mitchells Bridge hydro electric plant raising capacity from about 1000 to 1200 horsepower. Additional improvements are planned and Tallassee power will gain several hundred more horses. Barnett Shoals, Mitchells Bridge, Tallassee and a city steam plant form four active facilities with near continuous operation and rapid recovery capabilities through telephonic links.
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Athens Railway and Electric Company
Mitchell's Bridge
Barnett Shoals
Tallassee Shoala
Dog Tag Sale Opens Soon For City Dogs
Col Felton, in charge of dog tag sales, urges every dog owner to buy a tag before Saturday night. On Monday the dog catcher begins rounds, and untagged dogs will be taken up with impounding and tag fees due. Tags cost one dollar and are advised for every dog in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Felton
Auto crashes into cafe door on Clayton street
An automobile, driven by Ben Tuck who had not driven before, jumped from the street and struck the Comp ton cafe door on Clayton street around 9 o'clock. A mail wagon, driven by J. P. Wade’s team, stopped the runaway. the wagon’s axles bent but no one was injured.
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Compton
Clayton Street
J. P. Wade
Ben Tuck
West Virginia University Commencement Address By Professor
Morgantown June 13 commencement exercises at West Virginia University featured a speech to the graduating class by a professor from the Daiver sit Coeaeo, delivering the main address as part of the day’s ceremony.
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West Virginia University
Morgantown
W. Va
Professob
Daiversit Coeaeo
Auto accidents surprise party and insurance gains
A Georgia insurance agent reports rapid payouts and double indemnity for auto accidents by Fidelity and Casualty Co of New York, highlighting a $5000-plus Athens record in sickness and accidents. Gov elect Hoke Smith reportedly plans a senate bid, with allies predicting an orderly transition and possible continued governorship until term end amid party expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fidelity and Casualty Company of
New York
Martin J. Abney
Athens
Abney
Reliable Fidelity & Casualty Co
Georgia University selects editor in chief for next term
At an open air meeting the Georgia board elected Joseph E H Varela editor in chief of the Georgian for the first half of the next college year with the term starting next fall. Varela is senior law candidate, Phi Kappa president, and former Georgian associate editor.
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Georgian Board
The
Georgian
University of Georgia
Phi Kappa
Demosthenian
Joseph EH. Varela
E. L. Pennington
D. A. Russell
Double drowning near Atlanta claims two youths
In Atlanta on June 13 a boat capsized at Lakewood killing Harriet McGrill, 16, and Berney Golden, about 18. The two from prominent families were among campers at the lake as searchers scoured the water overnight. A Clarke County court house bond issue of 2000000 is deemed affordable to issues.
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Atlanta
Lakewood
Harriett McGrill
Berney Golden
Clarke
William Whatley to Represent Agricultural College on University Day
William Fred Whatley of Helena Telfair county will represent the Agricultural College at University Day on Monday June 19. He is a senior in the Agricultural department and has held multiple cadet ranks and scholarship prizes, praised as a practical farmer and capable speaker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State College of Agriculture
William Fred Whatley
Helena
Telfair County
Empire State Chemical Company
Georgia Agricultural Quarterly
Lumpkin Hill
Agricultural College
South
Young Women Biblical Students Conference Opens in Eureka Springs
Eureka Springs Ark June 13 The annual summer conference of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the Southwest opened here today and will run until the 23rd. Several hundred young women from the city student and other branches are present. Dr W Irving Carroll Texarkana and Robert B Vinson Austin Seminary will address the conference along with other educators and divines.
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Eureka Springs
Ark
Young Women's Christian Associations of the Southwest
W. Irving Carroll
Texarkana
Robert B. Vinson
Presbyterian Theological Seminary At
Austin
Conclave of Michigan Templars Open in Saginaw
Visitors from across Michigan attend the opening of the fifty-fifth annual conclave of the Knights Templar of Michigan in Saginaw. The grand commandery session began with a morning parade and will continue until Friday.
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Saginew
Mich
Knights Templar of
Michigan
That Hike by W. E. N. T. YMCA group reports tallassee outing
A YMCA hike to Tallassee Shoals gains praise for endurance and camp cooking. Twenty three hikers enjoyed a cookout, improvised oven, and a campfire fight among east and west sides, ending with a devotional prayer service. Names of hikers listed. Next hike aimed for Barnett Shoals.
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Tallassee Shoals
Cook Wier
Alex Scudder
Alban Reed
Barnett Shoals
Julian Erwin
R. L
John Hill Moss
Alex Wier
Santos Cubria
Pat Mell
Curtino Kytle
The Summer Dress Suit Problem
A Constance page query asks if men should wear dress suits in summer. The piece discusses conventions, comfort, and fashion, noting the shirtwaist man gains favor while evening dress remains unsettled. It reflects social shift and jokes about enduring debates like tariffs and Martian golf.
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Mars
Graduates Receive Diplomas From West Point Class of 1911
West Point on June 13 saw eighty five graduates of the class of 1911 receive their diplomas from Major General Leonard Wood chief of staff U S A. On the platform gathered army officers members of Congress and other distinguished figures.
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West Point
United States Military Academy
Leonard Wood
Army
Congress
Atlanta Debates Commission Government Reform
Atlanta faces a partisan split on adopting a commission form of government. Opponents fear centralization and loss of control, while supporters cite inefficiencies in the current large council and park and cemetery boards. Recent resignations and park board wrangles illustrate governance tensions as council weighs changes.
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Atlanta
Cemetery Commission
Cemetery Committee
Oakland Cemetery
Park Board
Commission
Visitors at Georgia Commencement Mislead on Size of Student Body
Visitors to the University of Georgia commencement will not see the full student body. About a third to half are away for summer vacations, at home, or traveling after exams. Some remain for military exercises or to receive their diplomas, while others leave by train to various destinations.
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University of Georgia
Georgia
Athens Banks Shown In Fine Condition In Statements
The Banner notes two Athens banks. National Bank of Athens reports capital 100000 and surplus 200000 with 328077 in undivided profits well covering deposits. Georgia National Bank shows capital 200000 and surplus 125000 with deposits over 300000 and profits near 75000. National bank notes 200000 in circulation backed by U S bonds. Bryan tours Georgia without political aims.
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Athens
National Bank of Athens
Georgia Natonal Bank
Georgia National Bank
National Bank
U. S
Mr Fears Ill From Dangerous Postoperative Bleeding
Mr Andrew C Fears lies at home critically ill after a dental extraction that caused uncontrolled bleeding. He reportedly bled about a gallon from arteries and veins during the procedure, and his condition worsened despite treatment, with friends hopeful for recovery.
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Andrew C. Fears
Directors Added To Citizens Banking Board In City
The Citizens Banking and Trust Company increases its board with two new members, Dr E S Lyndon and Blanton E Fortson, joining W H Shelton Andrew C Erwin W W Duncan E J Crawford Max Michael L O Benton and others as directors. Politically the era shows multiple 1912 era race notes across parties and states.
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Citizens Banking and Trust Company
E.S. Lyndon
Blanton E. Fortson
W. H. Shelton
Andrew C. Erwin
W. W. Duncan
Prohibitionists Plan Battle To Tighten Georgia Laws
In Atlanta on June 18, temperance leaders and ministers form a united front to push two new prohibition bills in the Georgia legislature. They vow to bar near beer and other intoxicants and claim brewers push a local option bid. If defeated, lawmakers opposing them will face a new fight at the next election.
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Joseph W. Bailey
Texas
Indiana Democratic Editorial Association
Marshall
Friends of
J. Hampton Moore
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Norwich
Connecticut
Kentucky
Lexington
J. D. Redd
Paintaville
Hia
Francis J. Heney
San Francisco
United States
Perkins
Arthur Capper
Topeka
Kansas
Capper
Wilson
New Jersey
George Harvey
New York
Wilson Boomers
Thomas Sterling
Law School
The
University of South Dakota
Robert J. Gamble
Champ Clark
Underwood
Alabama
Hartisburg
League of Democratic Clubs of
A. J. Angle
Florida
Virginia
Martin and
Swanson
Wi Ham ‘A. Jones
Carter Glass
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
Supreme Court of the United States
Guthrie
Wisconsin
Atlanta
Georgia
Parisian Sage Hair Tonic Claims Big Dandruff Cure
Advertises Parisian Sage as a premier hair tonic that stops dandruff, cures itching scalp, and regrows hair with a money back guarantee. Claims American women praise it for transforming dull hair within days and promises refunds through J R Palmer & Sons and druggists if unsatisfied.
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H.R. Palmer & Sons
America
J. R. Palmer & Sona
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Hoke Smith
Senate
Alrody
Smith
Joseph Terrell
Georgia Named
Harreitt McGriff
Barney Golden
the Agricultural College
Young Women Biblical Students
Ryee
Financial Institutions
Mr. Bryan
J. K. Orr Shoe CO
MR. Fears
Empire State
Dandruff
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