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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1922
Page
4
The Americus Evening Ledger lists subscription and advertising rates including daily at $6 yearly in advance, weekly 1.50 yearly, and carrier options. It notes official city and regional affiliations and credits The Associated Press for news dispatches. A Bible verse thought appears at end, citing Psalm 37:1-2 and Steopenhauer reference.
Editorial lauds J Ralston Cargill for securing a city pool for children, noting over 200 enjoyed the opening day and highlighting benefits like safe water, extended hours, and reduced driving costs. Also discusses Arconi on a Mars message attempt and basic Martian facts, underscoring humility before the universe.
The Twins and Scramble Squirrel search for Mr Peerabout the lost Man in-the-Moon. In the park in the city they find a white marble statue of Columbus with a world map, mistaken for the elusive Mr Peerabout. The scene ends with a wink and a tease of continuation.
Recount from the June 28 1912 issue noting Emmie P Morgan's family reunion with seventeen members and local social events. Trap shoot scores feature Townsend Atlanta 85 Hightower 87 Prade Atlanta 84 Osborne 82 Halston 81 Council 81 Hawkins 81 Wheatley 75 Burke 75 Heard Vienna 65. John I Gossett hosted a Windsor party for Miss Liloise Reid of Atlanta with Miss Reid Montez Thomas Mary Littlejohn Carl Ansley Frank Long. John Ed Chapman returned from Brownsville Texas. Misses Genie and Ethel Zellner Forsyth guests of Mrs R L Maynard. Thirty years ago June 23 1892 spelling bee drew praise as ladies won. Judge Guerry acted teacher. Mr Hawkes and Mr Hooper spelled legal terms. Mrs Charles Ansley and Miss Carrie Speer spelled all words. Miss Carrie never Missed a word. Merrel Callaway and Tom Harrold were last men standing.
A brief note marks the twentieth anniversary of a day when no newspaper edition appeared on Monday morning. No other details or context are provided in the readable text.
A reflective passage traces human achievement as patient, centuries in the making. It contrasts primitive beliefs about celestial beings with a calm sense of scientific advance, depicting mankind as sailing through fog toward an unknown destination.
A study notes continued alcohol consumption but a rising trend in people swearing off drinking. Researchers highlight shifts in social habits and health awareness, with implications for public health campaigns and industry demand.
A collection of humorous and whimsical observations touching on society, politics, technology, and everyday life. Snippets include sly takes on aviation, labor, memory, money, manners, and modern towns, with references to unions, Marconi, and world events.
Molly Wayne glides through a May night at the Midvale Boat Club with three suitors from her high school days. Each man embodies a facet of her, and a life changing question looms as one asks her to be his partner for life. Ben Wheeler, Billy Barton, and a third dancer all vie for her hand at the dance, amid river views and turning fortunes.
Donald Manning, leading man of the Midvale Lyceum Stock Company, drew Molly close and murmur in the lively fox-trot. His gaiety and good looks made other men seem dull as he guided the dancers through intricate steps.
The Standard offers 1000 pairs of hosiery marked seconds with minor flaws but good wear. Men's Lisle socks in several colors and women’s Lisle stockings with back seams go on sale Friday and Saturday, with prices 2 cents per pair and 1.00 per box of six. Also featured are men’s E and W union suits for 68 cents, pajama check fabrics, and ladies’ one-strap slippers at 1.50. Bleached four-ply yarn bedsheet material drops to 0.49.
In a dramatic scene Molly resists Don's ardent appeal as he pleads for four more dances before eloping in a skiff. She cites prior promises to Ben Wheeler and Billy Barton, leading to a tense, hopeful moment as they hurry toward the water.
A brief herbal tonic claim stating 666 relieves colds constipation biliousness and headaches. Marketed as a fine tonic with unspecified preparation and benefits.
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