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Newspaper
Athens Weekly Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1914
Page
1
An Ohio testimonial from Mrs. Wists Robison of Toledo says Peruna restored stomach health, eased heaviness and pain, and prompted weight gain. She asserts many saw her improvement and credits Peruna as the spring remedy, noting tablets are now available for those who object to liquid medicines.
Reports from private sources say President Huerta will abdicate in favor of a commission chosen by political factions. He is said to have informed Mexican mediation delegates, likely the Washington government, of his decision.
Tampa May 27 Revenue cutter Yamacraw ordered from Savannah to Key West to prevent further trouble between American and Greek sponge fishermen. United States Attorney Phillips reported. Two Greek schooners have been destroyed by sympathizers of American fishermen. Greeks complained to the Greek minister in Washington.
Courthouse officials accepted the building as complete and satisfactory after Little & Cleckler Construction finished their portion. The balance due was nearly all paid except $1,000 held back for minor outstanding work. Jail transfer to the new quarters will take two to three weeks, and visitors remarked the new cells are inviting.
Niagara Falls Ontario May 27 Associated Press reports the mediation to resolve the U S Mexico dispute is nearing agreement with a protocol to be signed within a week. The main issue is settled in principle and minor points were discussed in Toronto among mediators and American delegates before a garden party for the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and the mediation colony.
Reports from Washington say the German ships Ypiranga and Bavaria landed large quantities of ammunition and barbed wire for Huerta at Puerto Mexico and Vera Cruz. The Ypiranga carried cargo since Vera Cruz occupation. Bavaria held at Vera Cruz for missing manifest. Secretary Bryan and the mediation talks at Niagara Falls were updated on the incident.
The senatorial committee for the district meeting set for Saturday June 6 in the Southern Mutual Building offices of secretary J L Deadwyler. Chairman W B Whitehead of Madison and members J Y Camthers J L Deadwyler Paul Brown W B Adams and M L Heard are listed with rules to govern the election date.
Macon Georgia May 27 Oscar D Williams an express messenger was arrested on a theft charge in connection with the disappearance of consignments totaling 4900 dollars He is alleged to have concealed 3490 dollars at his home near Wort Valley Georgia and is employed by the Southern Express Company
Secretary of State Bryan told a Washington banquet that the U S aims to foster domestic foreign trade but cannot guarantee the financial standing of American traders abroad. He pledged to address wrongs through diplomacy, while not committing to force in other nations. Secretary Redfield said no one is hindering exports as business leaders spoke at the convention.
Washington May 27 The Argentine may soon dominate U S corn prices as it already does, H G Herget president of the Illinois Manufacturers Association told the National Foreign Trade convention He warned the crop gap and higher central state land values will hinder competition and urged readjustment or finding foreign outlets with continued advertising to prove U S corn offers more nourishment per pound and cost than rivals
Trustees convened with most members present to review Dr Boule leadership and the college's progress. They praised growth, student numbers, and $64,000 raised for scholarships and extension work. Dr Soule will take leave June through October for study and a European trip after a Washington visit.
Rev. T. M. Sullivan, pastor of the Comer Methodist church, was in the city this week aiding the revival at Oconee Street Church. He reports the new Comer church, previously mentioned, is now about completed with rapid construction progress.
For sale three farm horses advertised by H T Hoggins and Company on Broad Street. The brief notice appeared in the Sunday and Wednesday editions.
Kansas City May 27 The Southern Presbyterian General Assembly declared opposition to tobacco use among clergymen and ministry candidates and church officials. It kept finances with the women's auxiliary and inserted a beneficence committee clause praising the auxiliary. Business expected to finish by noon tomorrow.
Atlanta May 2 W W Rogers D O Tedder L C Whitfield detectives for Burns in the Leo M Frank murder case were fined one hundred dollars each in city court for working without approval of the police board. They were bound over to state courts. charges against C H Sears and W D McWorth were dismissed.
Special report from Atlanta describes park board rules forcing sleeved bathing suits at Piedmont Park. Bathers protest while officials defend modesty laws from old blue books as public amusement grows beyond the city. A youth even wore a sister’s shirtwaist under a sleeved suit to comply, drawing laughter and derision.
An Athens opportunity offers a reliable man or woman to manage renewals and new subscriptions for Metropolitan Magazine. The flexible, part time work requires no investment or prior experience, with full instructions and supplies provided. Applicants should give two references and mail to Desk 14 Metropolitan Magazine New York.
Georgia high schools with domestic science departments rose from 24 to 49 in the past year, Athens among those maintaining programs. A July Domestic Science Conference is planned with Elizabeth Holt presiding and topics on integrating domestic science into small town high schools, district agricultural schools, normal schools, and rural communities, plus extension work from the Agricultural College.
The 1914 Georgia history conference will gather about two hundred teachers in Athens on July 1. Superintendent Thomason of Bainbridge presides. Papers cover three unit history courses, community civics, topical teaching methods, use of sources, and a working library. Discussions feature multiple Georgia educators and locations.
The Martin Institute graduating class of ten, seven girls and three boys, toured Athens with the president and principal. They photographed at a local studio, had lunch at the Holland, toured the University campus, the Normal School and Lucy Cobb, and planned college for next fall. Chaperones were Miss Bonnie Brock and Prof. A. Syndor. Members: Ernestine Dadiman Mur delle Evans Richie Boggs Gladys Aiken Ruby Maddox Nell Pender grass Lachar Dunston Hoyt Bennett Julius Elrod Edwin Kelly. The commencement featured dresses made by alumni now prominent in church and state work.
Winterville Ga January 27 commencement exercises attracted the whole town and many from surrounding areas as Winterville High School held its ceremony with notable speeches and honors.
The report notes continued political activity in Georgia as officials push ahead with upcoming developments. It mentions successful execution of exercises and a strong performance by graduates, described as a gem from every point of view.
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