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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1924
Page
6
A reflective note urges following paths that build peace and edify others. It contrasts peace with conflict and links peaceful thought to prudent, reasonable thinking that governs daily life. The quotation cites Romans and a Collins paraphrase about peace ruling the day.
Georgia farmers push early poisoning to kill weevils as they enter fields in cotton and peaches. The Tifton Gazette notes quick, successive applications prevent breeding, with growers urged to persist from first bite to harvest, applying poison early and often to protect crops.
Senator LaFollette of Wisconsin signals a potential independent run for the White House. In a letter to Wisconsin Attorney General Elkhorn he says the coming Democratic and Republican conventions must purge themselves of current evils or risk a third party crisis. The remark unsettles Republicans who fear a split resembling Roosevelt’s 1912 influence.
A writer argues that Wisconsin Senator La Follette running as an independent would not threaten Democrats. The piece contends his defection might actually aid Democratic prospects by preventing strong inroads into their vote.
Ware county readers urged to elect Jack Williams editor publisher and owner of the Waycross Journal to the State Assembly Senate seat. Williams touted as able honest loyal and progressive, with three local rivals reluctant to oppose him and support from across Georgia.
The Columbus Enquirer Sun notes that long winded debaters ha ve existed from Jefferson onward in Congress, Virginia legislature, and civic clubs. It warns excessive talk wastes time, citing Washington Franklin and Bonaparte as contrasts to those who speak only to the point.
The piece discusses Coolidge seemingly ahead for the Republican nomination while Democratic prospects are unsettled. McAdoo appears poised to enter the New York convention with more votes than rivals, yet his nomination is not assured.
The Albany Herald notes the pivotal question of who will secure the nomination as the race narrows, with speculation on which candidate will emerge as the frontrunner and reshape the contest.
San Pedro writer Frank Greene cites Theodore Roosevelt at Cardinal Gibbons jubilee from June 5 1911 about a republic enduring through diverse religious presidents. The Brisbane in Atlanta Journal notes Jefferson had a president who delivered without a fixed religion.
South Georgia businessmen bankers and newspapers unite to fight the boll weevil as four lean cotton years, low prices and failed crops threaten widespread hardship. The 1920 crop sold for less than production cost, 40 to under 10 cents, with 1921 1922 better prices but small yields and 1923 a near total production failure amid severe weather and weevil damage.
Quitman Free Press argues soil fertility underpins human life and warns of rapid fertility loss from overuse. It notes American fertilizer use exceeds six million tons yearly, with 80 percent sourced domestically and 20 percent imported at high cost, urging a national policy to ensure cheap fertilizers for farmers.
A daily poem celebrates the Balloon Man who wanders streets with bright wares that delight children. He brings cheer from morning to night, becoming a trusted friend to youngsters at circuses and playgrounds alike. Parents supply the money for colorful balloons that float in the air, a treat for tots.
Willis L. King of Jones & Laughlin and Sears Roebuck president S R Rosenwald forecast brighter times for fall, citing low inventories, modest demand, and a rebound in farmer prosperity. They see the stock and resource picture improving as the nation moves beyond political uncertainty. Interference worries slow radio progress but are expected to be solved. a future with long-distance crystal sets is anticipated.
The Times Recorder recalls events from June 2, 1904 through June 2, 1914. Little Miss Mildred LeMaster celebrated her third birthday with friends at Mrs. Williams home on Taylor street. A simple wedding united Miss Lynn Mathis and Mr. Dan McKay at the bride’s home on Lae street. They departed for Greenville, South Carolina. Guests include Elizabeth Mixon visiting Mrs. Gordon Heys near Americus. Col and Mrs. N. W. BE. Long of Alabama visit Thomas Harrold on College street. Julius Stanfield and the bride’s mother Mrs Josephine Gilbert plan a June wedding in New York.
From The Times Recorder June 2, 1904. The Board of Education meeting elected teachers for the year and saw a resigning member amid a southern league update. Five loyalists cite gag rule force, while Annie Poole declines re election and Minnie Bagley replaces her. Also notes engraved marriage cards for Miss Annie Gil.
Miss Julia Peacock of Ellaville and Bessie and Annie Wooten of Buena Vista travel home for summer from Wesleyan College. S. K. Smith and S. B. Jones, ex Americus residents, operate a 100 acre melon farm near Cordele expecting fifty to sixty carloads, netting about $5,000. A 57 cyclist club parade, led by Col. W. W. Thompson, thrills crowds. Miss Mary Watts hosts a German with fifteen couples.
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