Meeting Turns Violent Between Hui e and Mayor in Kiwanis Fight
Monday night observers report a brawl during a Kiwanis Club meeting with Mayor B P Jagk and Councilman F L Huie involved. Members intervened as chairs tossed and laughter hid the skirmish while attempts to restore order were led by President DeLoach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benton Warthen
Dr. Huie
Claude Christian
Pencan
Huie
Pasheen
Douglas
Wanis Club
F. H. Barr
Thc.oming
Considerable building underway in Vidalia city
Ongoing construction reports show rapid progress on a new post office building on Meadows Street to be ready by year start. Interior work continues at the Baptist church with classrooms nearing completion. A bungalow on McIntosh Street by M F Davis nears completion with the Davis family planning to move in soon. The J N Patrick home on Church Street is being remodeled along with another residence on Church Street at W J Detoach.
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Vidalia
Meadows Street
New Baptist Church
McIntosh Street
M. F. Davis
Masons Attend Special Service at Vidalia Lodge
Under Vidalia Lodge F and A M auspices union services were held at the city auditorium Sunday evening with Rev W M Blitch delivering a sermon. I D Stewart acted as master of ceremonies and a special musical program was presented by a quartet and two soloists. The offering will be divided among church orphanages and organizers plan to make the service an annual feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vidalia Lodge F. & A. M
City Auditorium
W .M. Blitch
I. D. Stewart
J. T. B. Anderson
T. L. W. MacDonald
N. S. Meadows
Clyde Jenkins
W. E. Walker
H. A. Threlkeld
H. F. J. Arundel
Toombs County Road Tax Defaulters on Trial
The December session of Toombs County Commissioners focused on road tax defaulters with over a hundred cases heard. A next session will tackle defaulters in districts 51st 1403rd 1521st 1715th and 1770th. Forty three were convicted and fined from 6 to 20 dollars with 10 to 20 days on the chain gang. several defendants may appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toombs
G Sessons
Crain
Business Men's Class Bird Supper Delights Church Members
Last Friday evening in the basement of the new church the Business Men's Class of the Baptist Sunday school enjoyed a delightful bird supper served by the ladies. The event drew many guests and featured vocal solos by Mrs Threlkeld Meadows Tom Armour and Miss Waller readings. Each member spoke briefly and the class, led by W. O. Donovan as president with T. R. Armour as vice president and R. A. Mayer as secretary treasurer, is expanding its church work.
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The
Baptist
W. O. Donovan
T. R. Armour
R. A. Mayer
Vacant Residence Lots For Sale In Ask Breuton
Several well located vacant residence lots are offered for sale at low prices in the Ask Brew ton area. Prospective buyers are invited to inspect available parcels and discuss terms with the seller.
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Ask Brewton
Giles Poised to Seek Judge's Seat in Middle Circuit
Col Enoch J Giles of Lyons appears ready to run for judge of the Superior court in the Middle Judicial Circuit. He is a prominent attorney with extensive practice across Toombs and surrounding counties and farms seven miles south of Lyons. Pressure from friends and attorneys statewide suggests an early campaign may begin.
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Col
Enoch J. Giles
Lyons
Superior Court
Middle Judicial Circuit
Col. Giles
Toombs
Toombs County
Anker Helps Floyd County Farmers Start Dairy Move
John M. Graham of National City Bank of Rome launches dairy farming among Floyd county farmers. The bank buys 100 high grade cows at cost to noncustomers, offers financing to equip dairies, and prints posters with guidance urging diversification from cotton and backing dairy development.
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John M. Graham
National City Bank of
Rome
The
Georgia Association
Floyd County
Georgia Magazine
Graham
Georgia
Medical Society to Host Oyster Roast at Vidalia
The Tri County Medical Society holds its regular monthly meeting at Vidalia Hospital next Wednesday evening. After the business session, Dr. T. C. Thompson will host an oyster roast at the light plant for members.
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Tri- County Medical Society
Vidalia Hospital
T. C. Thompson
Mrs Harrell Hosts Salmagundi Club Meeting
Mrs I J Harrell entertained the Salmagundi Club at its regular Wednesday gathering. The home featured holiday color decorations and refreshments. Four members tied for top score with Mrs DeLoach winning the drawing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. J.harrell
Salmagundi
DéLoach
Farm on 120 acres in Vi dalia for sale cheap
A well improved 120 acre farm in Vi dalia is offered at a low price. Prospective buyers are advised to contact Brewton for details and arrangements.
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Vidalia
Ask Brewton
A Roberts Dead Vidalia Man Remembered Civil War Veteran
Mr. T. A. Roberts of Vidalia died Wednesday at age about 72 at his son's home, J. L. Roberts. The body was taken to Pembroke for funeral services conducted by Rev. W. M. Blitch. A veteran of the 60's Gray, he served gallantly in the Confederate cause during the Civil War.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. Roberts
Vidalia
J. L. Roberts
Pembroke
W. M. Blitch
Roberts
Southland
Uvalda Man's Arm Torn Off In Saw Mill Accident
Frank Mobley of Uvalda was injured Tuesday when his left arm was torn from the shoulder after getting caught in saw mill machinery. He was rushed to Vidalia Hospital and was reported resting comfortably Thursday.
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Frank Mobley
Uvalda
Vidalia Hospital
Railroads Offer New Year Tax Gift to Public
Georgia and the South迎 abolish transportation tax effective January 1 1922 saving passengers about 80 million dollars nationwide Railroads report freight and passenger savings estimate on 1920 figures for the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic Railway while noting broader relief from higher wartime charges and ongoing rate reductions for shippers and travelers.
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Atlanta
Georgia
South
Becausf
Uncle Sam
Pas
Senger
Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic Railway
Williamson Boys Give Up Sunday
Fulton and Foster Williamson surrendered Sunday after being named in the November grand jury indictment for the murder of Otis Holmes. They were placed in Chatham county jail in Savannah Wednesday morning following a conference with state attorneys. Their bondsmen were released and Toombs jail deemed unsafe, prompting the transfer to Savannah to prevent escape before trial.
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Fulton
Foster
Williamson
Otis
Holmes
Willie Phillips
John D. Phillips
Colon Phillips
Chatham County
Savannah
Toombs
Vidalia Lodge K of P Meeting Notice
Vidalia Lodge K of P meets every Tuesday night in the hall on Railroad Avenue. Visiting brothers are always welcome. J. B. Todd C and T. R. Lee K of R and S sign.
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Jackson
WE. Walker, Jr
Ford Motor Company
Ford
Strickland Motor CO
Giles
Medical Society
Mrs. Harrell
T A. Roberts
Williamson Boys
Vidalia Lodge K. OF P
J. B. Todd
T. R. Lee
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