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Newspaper

Americus Times Recorder

Location

Americus, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1921

Page

2

Scramble At Churchwell's Sale Closes Friday

Chaos marked the Churchwell's Christmas sale when envelo pes tumbled from a second story window at nine in the morning. About 4500 envelopes were tossed, among them 26 containing free articles, as staff and shoppers scrambled for prizes in front of the store. The event drew hundreds of spectators and fierce bargain hunting, with sales continuing through Christmas. In another note, Presbyterian church meetings yielded strong attendance and firm commitments to Christ, with sermons addressing lukewarm faith and the Great White Throne, and plans for three Friday services including a children's hour.

Wisete Presbyterian Church Christ

Rotary 10 Visit Public Schools in Americus

The Rotary club plans visits to Americas public schools on Thursday December 8 meeting high school students and later grammar school teachers and children. W Dyke s president of the school board will speak at both sites and the city superintendent Salvin will also address attendees. Four club education addresses are slated by Georgesilis Dr R P Glenn Shean Harroldy and Lovelace Eve. Silas Johnson received a warm welcome for his return to Americus.

Rotary Club Americas Public Uotary Board of Education Rotary W. Wdykes Salvin Georgesilis R. P. Glenn Shean Harroldy Lovelace Lanier Silas Johnson Americus Methodist Conference Lerence Churchill Wbf Daniels J. M. Ellis P. P. Anderson Rillis Country

Judge Warge G. Martin on business in America today

City council postpones regular meeting to Friday morning at 9 o clock due to business. Mayor Sheppard leaves for Buena Vista to attend a Masonic celebration, accompanied by City court solicitor Dan Chappell. Mrs T W Bush returns to Macon after visiting the Stewarts on Church Street and plans a Miami winter stay with Carl Holmer.

Warge G. Martin Teesbury Ameri Sheppard Buena We Dan Chappell T. W. Bush Macon Joe Day Stewart Church, Street

Kiwanis Bachelors Hold Infant Handling Event

Nathan Murray hosted Kiwanis bachelor members at a Jackson Avenue home for a card party honoring a baby courtesy. Guests J Lewis Ellis Gene Bailey and Lee Hudson attempted to hold an infant. Hudson and Ellis succeeded while Bailey nearly fainted as the blankets touched him. Murray rescued the bundled baby revealing a doll, prompting the parents to refrain from trusting the real infant to the guests.

Nathan Murray Kiwanis Eli Dackson Avenue J. Lewis Ellis Gene Bailey Lee Hudson Mr. Hudson Mr. Ellis Mr. Murray Tully

Friends of Mrs Daniel and Miss Arringi Host Evening

A local gathering at Mrs W W Daniel’s home last Wednesday brought together friends including Misses Trene Reid Alice Stevens Katie Young Hazel Bestch and Jewel Pilcher with Mr and Mrs Daniel clan. Guests enjoyed cake and hot chocolate amid flowers and green vines as conversations drifted to Sunday visits and local social news.

Daniel Louise Thirthy W. W. Daniel Trene Reid Alice Stevens Katie Young Crutchfield Hazel Bestch Still Mary Jewel Jo Helda Pilcher Clifford Pilton Pilcher Joe Johnston Mary le Olf Jai Kati¢k Ruth Rdan Mmycher Mil- Dda Jordan Terre Hister Joe Jeshie Thaniel Mary Ranew Sarah

Prolific Pecans on Sumter Farm Reach 6000 Pounds

J Webb, a leading Sumter farmer, shows off a rich pecan haul from his young grove. The Schley variety tops a diverse crop, with 100 acres planted and over 1600 front rows yielding more than 6000 pounds valued around 3000 dollars. Webb notes strong markets in the county and state, and credits pest challenges with pushing diversification from cotton to superior money crops.

Hi. J. Webb Sumter Times-Recorder Tn Lellin Gig Webb Scotton

Shippers Asked to Help Cut Freight Losses

President Wen Winburn of the Central of Georgia appeals to patrons to reduce loss and damage to freight. In 1921 losses dropped 30 percent from 1920 as railways strive to cut costs and improve service. Shippers and consignees are urged to package properly, use strong containers, brace and mark loads clearly, and deliver early to depots while receivers report concealed damage promptly for swift investigation.

Wen Winburn Central of Georgia Railway South Mariner Winburn Shipp&s

Sage and Sulphur Compound for Hair Darkening Promoted

An ad recounts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound as a ready to use older remedy to darken gray hair and give a soft lustre. It notes ease of use with a comb or brush and claims the product hides effects of aging while appealing to those seeking a youthful appearance.

Wyeth

Japanese Fish With Trained Birds At Opera House

A film program at the Opera House features a Japanese act where a trained bird catches perch and delivers them to the surface. The act is shown in Birds of The Marshes with a neck ring to prevent swallowing. Dudley presents educational and scientific pictures plus comedy shorts this weekend including Pathe News and Miss Billie Rhod's among others.

Dudley Opera House Mer Pathe News Pathe Review Kineto Review Vitagraph Big V Harold Troye Mary Miles Minter Joe Ryan Hal Roach Miss Billie Rhod

Freight Clarifies Duties of Pers and Receivers on Railroad

The text outlines responsibilities of persons and receivers of freight and their relation to the railroad. It emphasizes accountability for cargo handling, proper custody, and legal obligations tied to freight movement and railroad operations.

Minister and Wife Celebrate 50th Wedding Anniversary

Tifton, Dec 1. Rev. John J. Fr. Goodman and wife, residents about seven miles east of Tifton, marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary last Monday. Parson Goodman has preached for 43 years and organized the local Methodist church.

Tiftony John J. Fr. Goodman Tifton Parson Goodman Methodist Church

Ansley’s Offers Deep Reductions on Wearables for All

Visit Ansley’s for vast discounts on men’s, women’s, and children’s wear. Shop broad ranges with substantial price cuts across apparel and accessories, aiming to deliver value for every family member. Limited-time offers, while supplies last.

Ansley’s

Action 49 Years Ago: First Church or Organization

In 1881, a milestone marked by the community with the naming of the first church or organization in Acton. Details are limited, but the event reflects early civic and religious establishment in the town.

Acton

Get Busy Children Enter Fairy Queen Adventure Contest

The Times-Recorder invites children to write an adventure about Nancy and Nick for a chance to win copies of the Adventures of the Twins printed by George H. Doran Company. Submit under 200 words on one side of paper by December 15 to Fairy Queen care of the Times-Recorder with name age and address.

George H. Doran Company New York Olive Roberts Barton Times-Recorder Nancy Nick

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