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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1920
Page
6
A remarked line by Burke states that no prince is so bad whose favorites and ministers are not worse. The aphorism highlights court influence and moral critique of rulers and advisers.
The piece discusses divorce as both a social evil and relief for those tied to degrading mates. It contrasts rural and city life, noting changes in work, entertainment, and family dynamics, and ends by praising courage to change laws and a hopeful view of marriage prospects. It also salutes Vice President Tom Marshall for his conduct and humor.
In Denver a public majority rejected mob violence by striking labor leaders and strikebreakers, asserting that public opinion is the real governing force. Leaders on both sides eventually acknowledged its supremacy, while radicals resisted the shift and debates over power persisted.
A United Peanut Association appeal urges farmers to seek tariffs on peanuts and vegetable oils to protect cottonseed and peanut oil markets. The piece notes large imports of soy bean and peanut oils, domestic price pressures, and calls readers to join a protection movement and contact officials in Washington.
The discussion outlines that although ice may carry bacteria, epidemics linked to infected ice are rare. Freezing kills most bacteria. a small fraction survive with reduced virulence. Clean handling of table ice is advised, including rinsing ice before use and cooling water with separate ice. Small sips are recommended in hot weather.
Central of Georgia Railroad timetable lists arrivals and departures for Columbus Albany Macon and Atlanta routes. Times include Columbus to Chicago 11:59 am arrival and 3:40 am departure and Macon to Atlanta 7:35 pm arrival and 7:15 pm departure. Schedule notes daily service with Sunday only listings and denotes information not guaranteed.
Cape Washington August 12 President Wilson starts wind down at the White House planning for a March 4 departure. He orders the sale of his 48 sheep on the Ice House lawn to avoid winter care and feed costs as a new president takes office. The wool produced for the Red Cross in 1918 brought over fifty thousand dollars. Officials anticipate changes as many senior staff prepare to resign or seek new positions once the administration changes hands.
Fragmentary timetable shows Cordele Savannah and Richland Montgy routes with arrival times near 10 pm and 12:31 pm. Mentions Cordele Helena and Richland connections. Details are incomplete and timings vary by station.
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