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Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1920

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Federal Reserve Praised by Group National Bankers

Washington reports say the American Bankers Association adopted resolutions praising the Federal Reserve System and backed the National Railway Equipment Corporation plan. A proposed $12 million cotton export and crop financing corporation was approved to move preliminary steps toward organizing under the Edge Act.

Twelve Million Dollar Corporation Associated Press Washington Federal Reserve System National Railway Equipment Corporation Federal ‘Reserve System National Bankers Group Equipment Corporation Savings Section Resolutions Committee National Bankers H. H. McKee Bakers American Bankers’ Association Robert F. Maddox Atlanta Atgues Europe

Much Prayer Being Revival at First Methodist Church

Revival preparations at the First Methodist Church grow as public and private prayer intensifies. Cottage prayer meetings led by Rev. W. A. E. Church and Mr. J. P. Knowles draw large crowds while intercession for backsliders children of God and church leaders strengthens the effort. Committees are forming to manage the revival’s varied needs and will be announced soon.

First Methodist Church W. B. Hartley J. P. Knowles Baxter Street Dr. Chappell

Lord Mayor Mas Swiney Delirious Under Nourishment

London reports prison officials continue to force nourishment on Lord Mayor Patrick Mas Swiney who remains delirious. A Cork telegram from a sister urged Cork to pray for a speedy death and later requested the friend come immediately as the end nears.

Associated Press London MasSwiney Irish Self-Determination League Cork Ireland MacSwiney

Strike settlement payment tied to building trust probe

New York report states a $25,000 payment was made to settle a strike connected to a BV Levy building project. The Joint Legislative Committee investigating the building trust will submit the matter to prosecutors for immediate action, as announced by Lockwood during today's hearing.

Assolated Press New York Joint Legislative Committee BV. Levy Bis Lockwood

Armour & Company officers indicted for profiteering

A New York federal grand jury returned indictments charging Armour and Company and its Chicago packers, along with their officers, with profiteering.

New York Armour & CO Associated Press Armour and Company Chicago Packers

Democratic Victory Predicted After Ohio Swing

New York reports that Chairman White of the Democratic National Committee predicts a four square candidate will win, following a tour through Ohio and Illinois, amid expectations of a clear Democratic victory.

Associated Press New York Hhis Ohio Hilnels White Democratic National Committee Today People

Diplomats Baggage Not To Be Searched

Senator Colby announced the state department will protect the baggage of diplomatic representatives from customs searches. He did not specify the exact steps under consideration.

Associated Press Washington Senetary Colby State Department

Tom Mix Stars in Final Showing of 3 Gold Coins

The Elite theater airs the daring Tom Mix photoplay 3 Gold Coins in a thrilling Western romance tragedy written by H. H. Ven Loan. Tonight marks the last performance after yesterday’s premiere.

Tom Mix William Fox Mix H. H. Ven Loan

Chamber Commerce Meeting Tonight Draws Citywide Attention

President Jarrell calls an 8 o clock chamber session for all Athens Clarke county residents and business people. An open forum aims to discuss year end reorganizing plans and boost city development with reports on adver tise Georgia quotas and outreach to non members.

Jarrell Chamber of Commerce Chamber Athens Clarke County Georgia Ees Ae Tietobers Iieement Clarke Covn

Bond Commission Cancels Bonds and Reelects Snelling

The Bond Commission meeting at the corner chamber cancelled bonds and coupons worth 19 147.50 and re elected Col. E M Snelling as president for the term. Ex officio members include Mayor A C Erwin and Councilman B Woods. The commission’s action will be sent to the mayor and council and the bonds will be destroyed once records are complete. The city sinking fund stands about 146 000 with investments in Athens Municipal bonds and U S Liberty bonds.

Tlby Commission Ias City of Athens United States Liberty

Plot Reported Targeting California Cities

An anonymous letter claimed a plan by the Industrial Workers of the World to destroy public and other buildings in Sacramento San Francisco and Los Angeles. The letter was received at Governor Stephens office in Sacramento.

Associated Press Sacramento Industrial Workers of the World San Francisco Los Angeles Stephens

Young Harris Sunday School Barbecue at Dunaway Home

The Young Harris Methodist Church Sunday school held a barbecue at Mr. B. Dunaway’s residence last night. Officers, teachers, pupils and guests enjoyed the event. Invited speakers included Judge George C. Thomas, Solicitor General W. Dean, and Col. Abu Niz. Rev. J. V. M. Morrin attended as a regular member.

Young Harris Methodist Church B. Dunaway George C. Thomas W. ©. Dean Col. Abu Niz J. V. M. Morrin Athens Yorns Hasra

Athens Drives $3,500 Enterprise Subscriptions Drive

A broad canvass by Athens chambers and civic groups aims to raise Clarke county’s $3,500 quota for the Advertise Georgia enterprise. A 30-member committee plans a two hour push from 10 to noon with teams visiting offices, stores, and factories using designed subscription cards and staged routes. Subscriptions under $50 due at signing. higher pledges split. Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at the University of Georgia announces cadets and officers for various units.

Chamber of Td * Commerce Connolly D. H. Dupree Lawarda R.J Grubb W. T. Forbes Athens Clarke County Georgia ‘Enterprise Chamber of Commerce Rotary Club Kiwanis Club Morton Hodgson Chamber of Commercce Covery Businessouse Offce Hugh M. Dorsey Cairman Georgia Enterprise Enterprise Charles B. Lewis First National Bank Macon

Bandit Bank Robbery Ends With One Dead In Cleveland

Four bandits robbed the Bedford branch of the Cleveland Trust Company at closing time. One thief, Albert Joyce, was killed. another captured. A bank clerk was fatally wounded. four others fled with about $60,000. A posse pursues the remaining attackers as hundreds fire on the street.

Associated Press Cleveland George Losteiner Bedford Cleveland Trust Company Albert Joyce Ignacancue

Georgia Phone Rates Filed For Higher Charges

Special to The Banner Atlanta October 1 The Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph company filed with the state railroad commission a detailed schedule of new rates seeking increases across multiple cities. Hearing set for October 27 reveals proposed jumps from current levels to higher monthly charges for business and residence lines. Other Georgia cities will follow the same pattern with similar increases.

Atlanta Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company State Railroad Courtissi Ego Savannah Athens Rome Waycross Valdosts Bransw Americus Georgia

Secretary Announces Final Ruling On Withholding Railroad Funds

Secretary Houston called the Comptroller Warwick ruling final, stating further payments to railroads under the transportation act must be withheld until complete statements of the amounts due are submitted by the railroads. The Oct decision affects ongoing reimbursements and requires verified dues figures.

Associated Press Washenton Oct Houston Today Warwick

Freshman Charged in Pennsa Murder Case

A warrant filed in Philadelphia accuses a Penns senior freshman of murdering Dimer C. Drews of Dartmouth. Police report a blood stained car containing a pistol and two empty bottles found near the scene where Crown body wall was discovered. The motive remains unknown.

Associated Press Philadelphia Dimer C. Drews Dartmouth Wiliam J. Brinea University of Pennsylvania Crown

Turkish shelling of American school shocks Athens

Turkish nationalists shell an American college in Alntab on October 21. The attack marks a tense moment as Athens sets the pace for the state, with other cities watching to see actions to follow.

Associated Press Alntab Atle Minor

Root Wires Cox His Explanation For Statements

Associated Press dispatch from New York reports that Root telegraphed Governor Cox replying to Cox’s request to correct a false statement about his stand on the league. Root disputes the wording and notes that if Cox has changed his position, he had not heard of it.

New York Ruie Root Cox League Wilsay League of

Arrests Tied to Beating of Peter McMahon

Edgefield Cementeers district reports one man arrested as implicated in the beating of Peter McMahon near Trenton on Monday night. McMahon alleges involvement with a young woman from Alkeners New York. Other arrests are expected.

Ree McMahon Associated Press Edgefield 8. C Pny Moet County Peter McMahan McMahan Alkeners New York Trenton

New Shipping Board Members Appointed

Washington reports the appointment of new members to the Shipping Board with two Republican holds remaining under law for the final two seats. The article notes the process and political balance conditions governing appointments.

Shipping Board

Football Results From North Oskeline Ears 13

Local sports note reports North Oskeline beating Worth and Carolips in a university game. The article plate mentions Gouth rvatterian college in connection with the match.

North Oskeline Ears Worth, Carolips University ‘ T Gouth Rvatterian College

Also Mentioned on This Page

Federal Reserve National Railway, Equipment Corporation Revival First Church Chamber Commerce W. W Young Harris Sunday School Barbe University Georgia Reserve Officers’ Training Corps of The University of Georgia Raymond W. Martin Fred C. Garrett Thomas M. Johnston James R.stokes Herbert A. Moxey Wiliam J.carson Mitchell Dekle J.P Carson J.P Carson, Co, A; |B W Highemith, Co B; W. M Crane, Co, C. J. W. Hann D. Hah J Broach Cobb G. Dasher M. Day H H Dean Edwards P. Gaisaert G. L. Hendricks Pacey Leay D. Nickerson E Raweon Eld Tide W. O.cantrell P. Shell Pollock Bcoz Flan Emyth Johnson Millican Morton W. McFarland William H Davidson Charton Short Tet Dunn William F Mims L Pitts D F Bruce R L Michael T Conyera JT Ross J W ‘Howard T 'W Alexander G Farley H C Baker W H Barber Chandler D Donaldson H Ji Hardin C P McRae J. W. Mobley J .P. Murphey C. W O'Quinn G. 8 Phillipa M. B. Bibley Ed Thomas Alton Hoosch J. W. Jackson W. L. Lamb J. D. Watson B. K. Upshaw Wille T. Middlebrooks Firsteemia J. Brod- Dax B. Almen E A Lowe LR Lanier A. W. Barnett F. C. Dart H.W. Hosch J. C. Murphey H. A. Robinson D. &. Rogads Procotena J. R. Armatroni G. M. Broadhurst J. B. Brookhardt C. J. Cohen M. M.coleman J. T. Cox H. W. Durden T. Edwards T. J. Flakes Frederick Gibson J. BM. Harriion A. 4 Hasty J. W. Howoed C. CG. Kemp JQ. Lamary L. R. Langley W. A. Loundy A McMillan C. R. Methvin W. G. Mullis J. F. Retr Oema Cleveland Bank Georgia Railroad Commission Heung Georgia Oglethorpe Morgan Blake Bose Pittsburg Ostethorpe Ponce de’ Leon Park Ogiethorpe Sewanee Tigers Furman Pubmah Jayal Georgia Tech Augurn Tigers Oglethorpe Johnny Knox Knox Turks Shell Root Marburg
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