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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1924
Page
2
The debate over enforcing the liquor ban centers on the coast guard's continued rum suppression and suspected bootlegging. Officials acknowledge persistent alcohol poisoning schemes, indictments against warden and deputy, and a costly system with the guard, destroyers, and 223 vessels. Congress eyes a $20 million enforcement budget next year.
Dorothy De Vere wore an Oriental dance costume at a Yuletide festival in Hanscom Park Methodist church Omaha. Deacons halted the act after viewing photos deeming it not quite proper. Miss De Vere offered to change but choir director Walter B. Graham announced the dance was dead.
Prominent executives forecast continued growth as war era gains boost oil output and factory capacity, while bankers cite political peace stable finance and wide employment. Analysts stress prudent expansion, monetary balance, and strong consumer buying power to sustain prosperity into 1925 amid inflation fears.
A noted skin specialist declares that any skin eruption including fiery itching eczema can be quickly overcome by Mentho-Sulphur. The sulphur preparation destroys germs, relieves irritation, soothes and heals eczema, leaving skin clear. Sufferers are advised to obtain Rowles Mentho-Sulphur from a reputable druggist and use it like cold cream.
In a year end assessment, Sloan notes progress toward stability and normal dealer stocks for 1925, with profits sacrificed in 1924 to avoid inflated consumer prices. He warns production will not repeat 1920s pace, urging waste elimination in manufacturing and distribution. Mallinson reports silk mills at capacity as 1924 closes, with strong start for 1925.
The article discusses pressure on living standards from overproduction and rising extraction costs. It cites Keynes’ view of a potentially magnificent episode, notes future improvements in precise measurements, and argues that cheapened manufacture cannot offset dwindling natural resources. Professor Wolfe critiques population theory for ignoring women's costs and argues real costs must balance against real income when considering large families.
Ask this agency for My Property a valuable Firm Inventory book let free to farm owners. A farmer buys insurance wisely using trusted emethors like seed or machinery. he selects best quality, checks integrity of the company, and consults a confident farm insurance agent. Planters Bank Bldg Americus Ga. Phone 186.
Funeral services for Mrs Mary Watts were held at her Watts home on Monday afternoon at 3 30 p m with Rev John M Cutler of First Methodist officiating. She died after a three week illness from complications of diseases at age 75 and leaves her husband Capt Henderson D Watts five daughters and two sons among many relatives in Americus and Georgia. Interment was in Oak Grove cemetery with six grandsons serving as pallbearers.
The year saw limited title activity due to Dempsey’s absence and various suspensions. Benny Leonard defended the lightweight crown once and injured his hands, scuttling a planned bout with Mickey Walker. McTigue narrowly survived a close call with Young Stribling, while Pancho Villa left for the Philippines after missing a match with Frankie Genaro and faced suspension. Harry Greb remained secure in the middleweight ranks, with wins over Johnny Wilson and Villa defeating Frankie Ash.
New York December 2 40 000 000 silver dollars to be released by the government to each man in the country. Bankers oppose the plan as some stores refuse to take the coins while tailors warn men’s pockets may not hold the weight.
A health note states that fifty four muscles are used to form a frown while only fourteen muscles are needed to produce a smile, highlighting the efficiency of a smile.
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