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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1919
Page
1
Paris reports a slight shift in mood over the Adriatic issue with Rome hinting that Paris overtures for resuming peace conference relations would not be unacceptable and would receive attention.
Dunbar and Dorsey announce a new Athens funeral firm succeeding the Dorsey Furniture Co undertakers. Dr S H Dunbar takes charge as manager, joined by W F Dorsey and two licensed men A R Dorsey and L D Benton. The firm operates two hearses, an auto pallbearers’ coach, five cars, and offers auto ambulance service.
Judge R C Orr received state funds to pay Clarke county pensioners for the year and disbursement has begun. The Clarke pension roll totals about $10,000 and related law requires eligible recipients to apply within fifteen days of receipt, else funds may be returned to the state.
Civil service commission orders docketing of all muffler opening violations in police court. Officers will enforce the ordinance and ensure cases are made in every instance to deter disturbances.
The Athens Canteen kept a busy day serving trains of soldiers with refreshments seen as dainty and wholesome. Word of the canteen’s reputation has spread nationally and even to European battlefields where soldiers recalled their visits. One train carried troops from Camp Dix to Camp Pike and another from California to Virginia.
Mr and Mrs W N Benson have returned to Athens after their bridal trip. They were married in early April and are greeting friends at the residence of Mrs Edgar Thompson on West Broad Street. Mrs Benson, formerly Miss Moor of Atlanta, is warmly welcomed.
Associated Press reports that by tonight the Victory loan campaign is half over with only a quarter of the total officially subscribed. Treasury reports show subscriptions totaling 1.131 billion dollars as of April 30 in Washington.
Paris reports the long running China Japan dispute over Kiaochau has been settled under the peace treaty. No details are given yet but the understanding is Kiaochau will go to Japan under treaty terms with arrangements for its return to China within a specified period under certain conditions.
Berlin reports the Munich situation worsened as Bavarian government troops advance. Communist leader Landauer, minister of public enlightenment, disappeared Sunday and was followed by former secretary Fachenbach who was later arrested at Ulm.
Chattanooga reporter notes massive Moller organ for Methodist Centenary in Columbus Ohio set for June 20 to July 13. Organ will be largest used at religious gathering with 98 stops, three blowing plants, movable console, 900 square feet of floor space, eight ton weight, 21 miles of wire, and 6 300 cubic feet of air per minute. Organist recitals to be invited. orchestra deemed unnecessary for congregational singing.
New York reports sixteen bombs mailed to prominent men, each with dynamite. Officials suspect a country wide plot by anarchists to strike May 1. Federal, post office, and police investigators probe activities of radicals in the city. Other cities report related mail events and warnings to government workers.
Omaha mayor forbids an advertised socialist and I W W meeting planned for tomorrow night. He states to the world that anarchy cannot be preached in Omaha. The remark follows an international labor day program announcement in the city.
Hungarian communist troops have withdrawn east of Karczag, about 85 miles east southeast of Budapest, before superior Romanian forces. Romanian units push down river valleys toward Budapest from the east, according to a Budapest official statement.
Washington April 30 Weather and crop bulletin reports week ending yesterday with near normal temperatures overall in the cotton belt but cold spells and lack of moisture hampering germination and growth of early cotton, especially in eastern areas. The week was largely rainless and rapid planting and replanting occurred.
London news desk reports the Associated Press has resumed uncensored cables to America. This marks the first such message since 6 p m August 2 1914, with the official press bureau closed at 9 to men. Correspondents may telegraph freely as in pre war times.
Washington reports Italy received a new loan of 50 million dollars from the U S Treasury to cover obligations under contracts for war materials and foodstuffs from American producers. The loan increases Italy’s total borrowings from the United States to 1.571 billion dollars.
The administration outlines a 10 percent tax on profits for employers of child labor, detailing ages, hours, and locations covered. It explains enforcement, exemptions, required records, penalties, and the first taxable period from April 25 to December 31, 1919, with states lacking laws affected.
The Banner publishes the High School essay by Lucy Lampkin daughter of Mr and Mrs Cobb Lampkin who won first prize five dollars in gold in the U D C contest. The piece blends praise for Georgia founder James Oglethorpe with historical sketches and notes on Georgia figures and events.
St Johns April 30 After announcing intention to start their trans Atlantic flight this afternoon Harry Hawker and Captain Raynham abandoned plans for the flight today on receipt of unfavorable weather reports.
In Fort Meade Florida miners at the Charleston Company's phosphate plant walked out demanding adherence to the national war labor board's February recommendation for an eight hour day. Five other Bone Valley mines closed in sympathy as the strike spread.
Federal District Judge Sheppard heard arguments in Tallahassee on April 30 by the Florida railroad commission seeking an injunction to restrain Southern Bell Telephone Co from implementing higher intra state rates ordered by Burleson. The commission contends the Postmaster General lacks supervision over intra state lines.
Funeral services for Mr. K Strickland a 71 year old Comer Ga resident who died Tuesday after a brief illness will be conducted today at 11 o clock from his residence with Rev J M Rasnake officiating Interment will follow in Comer cemetery He is survived by his widow Emma Strickland and one son W H Strickland both of Comer
A condensed survey recounts Georgia figures and contributions from the early Confederacy through World War I. Noted names include Toombs, Cobb, Brown, Stephens, Gordon, and Jenkins, with roles in Confederate government, reconstruction, and literature. It highlights Georgia’s wartime mobilization, public service, and cultural figures. Georgia’s WWI patriotism is emphasized, with references to Woodrow Wilson’s Georgia ties and nationwide liberty bond and Red Cross efforts.
Governor Dorsey announced he would not institute injunction proceedings against Southern Bell Telephone Company to restrain rate increases tomorrow. He waits for the United States Supreme Court decision on the issue.
A National Geographic Society bulletin portrays Cairo as a city of contrasts and turmoil. It recalls the Nile city’s eye catching vistas, crowded bazaars, turbans in color, and dramatic history from ancient legends to Napoleon’s 1798 campaign and later French evacuation, highlighting disorder and exile through time.
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