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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1908

Page

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University of Georgia Lectures Reach High Schools Across State

The University of Georgia arranged lectures by faculty to be given at various joints in the state upon request by schools and associations. A diverse slate covers forestry, biology, language, history, economics, and education. Expenses are paid by the local organizing bodies while professors speak at no fee.

Conference of Colleges and High Schools University of Georgia Library Association Alfred Akerman For|ury Switzland Germany R. P. Brooks Georgia Oxford University P. Camptell Fisfenser Bio J Napoleon CM. Snelling Franklin College Wy. Sanford Irwin Itentek Edgar Aften le Andrew M. Soule Preakiert State College of Agriculture Mechanic Arta Stewart Strahan Gothic Catheral T. J. Wootter

Wagner Triumphs In Spectacular Auto Race

Savannah reports a dramatic race where Fiat drivers Wagner and Nazarro and Benz pilot Hemery battled for first. Wagner overtook Nazarro near the end to win as Erlc crashed a Benz, severely injuring himself. speeds reached 100 mph with average over 61 mph.

Savannah Wagner Fiat Navarro Homery Benz Nazarra Beng Hemery Nazarro Erlc Bens

Chancellor Barrow Improves Steadily

Chancellor David C Barrow, confined to his room for a week with a severe cold, is much better and will be out again in a few days. His illness has not been serious according to his physician, but he must remain indoors for now.

David C. Barrow

Beryl Rubenstein Making Reputation

Nine year old Beryl Rubenstein, son of Dr and Mrs I A Rubenstein, tours the east with his father giving concerts to thousands. He will soon go to Europe to finish his musical training after charming Philadelphia critics with masterworks. Athenean friends praise his rising career.

Beryl Rubenstein I. A. Rubenstein Europe Philadelphia

Fine Improvement on University Campus

A brick roadway from Candler Hall to Denmark Hall and a granolithic sidewalk along it have been completed on the university campus. The work, long needed, eases passage in bad weather and enhances the appearance of this campus area for students.

Candler Hall Denmark Hall

Miss Hodgson to Entertain at November Reception

Miss Florence Frances C. Hodgson issues invitations for a Saturday afternoon reception from four to six o'clock on November 28. The event will be hosted at her residence, with attendees limited to invited guests and note of formal attire.

Florence Frances C. Hodgson

Georgia Outgunned by Auburn in 23 0 Loss

Georgia, outweighed by Auburn's heavy line, fought hard but fell 23 to 0 in a hot, 35 minute game. Reynolds ran 75 yards for a first half touchdown, while Auburn added three more after sustained drives. Georgia's defense repelled multiple Auburn thrusts, with Woodruff, Hodgson, Lucas, and Delapetriere starring amid injuries and punting battles.

Auburn Alabama Georgia Walto Montgomery Ala Auburn Giants Derrick Hodgsom Reynolds Tigera Lucas Iefl Griffith Woodruff Lucas Delapetriere Hodgson Tammering Hardage Penton Davis Schwais Sy Dolaperriers Hodgzon Hatcher Bostwick Hugh Bostwick Beast Otneeeeen Otneeeeen Mn; 4 Tardago and Harria Beaver Derrick Allen Delaperriere R’ T.bonner-Eslinger Bostwick-Simpkins L G Motley Pranklin U T Davis Hatcher Reynolds Hodgson E Hill North Carolina Tutwyler Tarr Princeton Mneman Reyolds Swarts

John Godfrey Dies in Atlanta Heart Failure

Yesterday morning John Godfrey died suddenly of heart failure while seated in his chair at his Kirkwood avenue home in Atlanta. He had been a citizen of Athens until recently and had been in failing health for some time before moving to Atlanta.

John Godfrey Kirkwood Avenue Atlanta Godfrey Athens

Agricultural Hall Heating Plant Nears Completion

The power plant for the agricultural building is rapidly being completed. New boilers have arrived and will be installed soon. Other heating gear has been shipped and should arrive in a few days. The project is rushed to finish by January 1 for the University of Agriculture to occupy the new hall, with the Cotton school session in the first week of January.

Agricultural Department University

Foley's Honey and Tar Cures Coughs and Guards Lungs

When lungs are sore germs of pneumonia and consumption can lodge and multiply Foley's Honey and Tar kills cough germs and cures obstinate coughing. It heals the lungs and helps prevent serious results. The genuine is in the yellow package. Sold by all druggists.

Foley

Pettis Used Knife On John Penn On Washington Street

Yesterday evening on Washington street near Hull street two young boys, John Penn and Will Pettis, fought after a dispute. Pettis slashed Penn’s neck and ear with a knife, then fled and remains at large. Penn’s wounds are described as mere scratches.

John Penn Will Pettis Washington Street Hull Street Pettis Penn

Thanksgiving Day golf tourney at Cloverhurst Club

At Cloverhurst Country Club the annual Thanksgiving Day golf tournament drew many members. Rev. John D Siell won both gross and net in medal play with scores of 93 and 89, delivering a strong challenge to secure victory.

Cloverhurst Links John D Siell

Preparations Underway for University Summer School Lectures

Supt T J Wooster of the University Summer school is preparing for the next session. He has secured lecturers including Dr B C Schmucker who will give five to six Nature Study lectures, Dr Winship of Boston on educational topics, and humorist Sunshine Hawkes for a week. The old college building will be used for the opening, adding dormitory space for sixty teachers, a fro tinct aid to the school.

T. J. Wooster University 8. C. Schmucker Winship Boston Hawkes Sunshine Hawkes Old College

Booth Released on Big Bond After Manslaughter Verdict

Elberton Georgia November 26 Coroner s jury rules G W Oglesby death manslaughter in shooting by J R Booth Booth surrendered to sheriff after the incident and posted a four thousand dollar bond Booth claims self defense alleging Oglesby threatened to kill him while intoxicated and fired first. Oglesby a prominent farmer leaves a large family Booth a forty year old married man and a recognized county figure faces a robust court challenge with strong legal defense on both sides.

Elberton G. W. Ogles J. R. Booth Booth Ogles Oglesby

A Needed Reform in Express Business in Athens City

The notice urges a reform in express deliveries requiring street and number on packages. It notes that Athens has become a city and omitting exact addresses causes delays. If senders always include street and number, express service will improve promptly.

Athens

Old College Building Rapidly Nearing Completion

The campus repair project advances with outer walls rising above the first floor. Contractor Nichols aims to finish within two weeks. Brickwork matches the old walls. Afterward, interior walls and floor leveling will proceed to create sixty dormitory rooms, offering safe, attractive housing.

OLD College Nichols Walla

Modern Steel Bridge to Span Oconee River at Broad Street

A new steel bridge will be erected over the Oconee river at Broad Street, replacing the old Check Factory Bridge. The York Bridge Company of York, Pa., won the contract for about five thousand dollars total cost, with equal funding from city and county. The span will be 187 feet, with a 16 foot roadway and room for sidewalks later.

Oconee Broad Street York Bridge Company York

Georgia Society Holds Annual New York Reception and Ball

In the Waldorf Astoria, over three hundred Georgia society of New York members and guests celebrated the annual reception and ball with Mrs. Woodrow Wilson as guest of honor. Opening march led by Thomas J. McGuire, president, escorting Mrs. Bedell Parker. Nearly one hundred new members enrolled, bringing total to about three hundred. officers listed include McGuire as president, James P. Allen as vice president, Floyd S. Corbin as secretary, Walter R. Dixon as treasurer, and P. C. Magnus as chair of membership.

New York Woodrow Wilson Woodrow Wil Princeton University Georgia Society Waldorf-Astoria Flower of Southern Society Georgia Thos. J. McGuire Bedell Parker James Henry Parker Marie Allen Battle John Alton Harris James Edward Graybill Chester Alexander Fred 8. Corgin H. H. Raymond P. C. Magnus Lamar Ross Chas J. Dunn Jas. P. Allen Floyd Floyd 8. Corbin Walter &. Dixon

Thanksgiving Day Quietly Observed in City

Yesterday was Thanksgiving Day and was quietly observed in this city. Stores closed or did little business as people stayed home. Religious services were held at Emmanuel church and the Presbyterian church with many in attendance. It was a peaceful day with few venturing downtown at night. Miss Arabella Wright of Brunswick arrives to be the guest of Miss Nancy Benedict. she is an old Lacy Cobber with many local friends.

Emmanuel Church Presbyterian Church Arabella Wright Brunswick Nancy Benedict Miss Wright

New Athens Cotton Press Prepares for Operation

The Athens compress on the old fair ground is nearly ready. The owning company states the first bale will be pressed soon after final carpentry and testing. Machinery is installed and passed inspection, with ten days needed to finish setup before starting services. The facility is among the best in the state and will handle all incoming cotton locally and beyond.

Athens

Bulletin on Black Root Disease in Georgia Cotton

Atlanta Georgia November 26. A forthcoming bulletin from the State Entomologist R L Worsham and A C Lewis details the black root disease in cotton. The 1906 bulletin was last on the subject. Experiments have aided in developing resistant cotton and addressing a pest threatening Georgia fields. The bulletin aims to guide planters as cotton seed oil meal and other uses expand in value and applications.

Atlanta Department of Entomology RE. L. Worsham A. C. Lewis Georgia

Methodist Ministers Prepare to Leave Athens Posts

The local Methodist ministers are departing for new assignments. Rev L G Johnson aims to leave Saturday for Bt Johnson Augusta. Rev J L Bryan heads to Marietta next week. Rev W L Pierce will replace Bryan in Marietta. Rev M L Troutman moves to Fired church parsonage. Rev Frank S Huds relocates from Harlem to Young Harris Memorial. Also a public note urges preparedness for barn or coal injuries and promotes Chamberlains Salve.

Athens L. G. Johnson Bt. Johnson Augusta J. & Bryan Marietta W. L. Pierce Mr. Bryan M. L. Troutman Frank 8 Huds Harlem Young Harris Memorial Coured

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