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Newspaper

Americus Times Recorder

Location

Americus, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1920

Page

5

Parrott Marshal Sues Over Alleged Illegal Dismissal and Damages

The Parrott marshal sues alleging wrongful removal from office by the town council after being denied a hearing. He asserts no charges were filed, credits discomfort with council action, and seeks redress for damages tied to the dismissal. The suit names Union Telegraph as a referenced party in a related claim. A separate legal note mentions a back injury from a railway incident involving H. H. Waters and W. D. Ines as director general, with a pending spring term of the superior court.

Tay Pariges Parrott Union H. H. Waters W. D. Ines Genids Ams Central Georgia Railroad Rch

Headache Cure Promoted By Local Drug Store

In a bold sales pitch the store advertises a remedy promising fast relief for headaches. The copy claims it targets liver action to prevent tomorrow’s headache and urges all druggists to stock the product with a strong guarantee.

The Lady of the Dug-Out at Opera House

Citer with Al Jennings and his brother Frank star in The Lady of the Dug-Out a feature photo play set for Friday at the Opera House. The tale blends outlaw exploits with human interest showing bank robberies midnight rides and a tender side as the brothers aid a deserted wife and her child before slipping away from pursuit.

al Jennings Frank Opera House Jennings Brothers Sabe

Smith Manager Questions Subcommittee Plans for May 11 Meeting

J R Smith campaign manager for Senator Hoke Smith questions the May 11 Atlanta meeting of the Democratic subcommittee on rules. He argues the panel lacks authority to decide contests or seat delegates, insisting only hearings on contests proceed and a later convention roll be used.

Atlanta Smith Flynt

Legion Commander Denounces Bonus Plans in Chicago

Frank T. Lin D'Olier national commander of the American Legion assailed bonus proposals in Chicago. He argued critics view the bonus as a price on patriotism and cited Washington and Dewey as examples of worthy rewards for service.

Chicago Franklin D'Olier American Legion George Washington Dewey

Treasury estimates show wartime excess gains by 69000 men

U S treasury experts submitted estimates indicating 69000 men earned more than their normal income and generated 34 billion dollars in excess during the war.

U. S. Treasury

Reunion staff named for General Thomas event in Dublin

Dublin May 5 J P Brittain of Americus named quartermaster general for General Thomas reunion May 12 13 with Miss Lois McMath as maid of honor. The staff includes Bridges Smith J W Price B F Brimberry R Y Young W S Johnson J G Goodwin and others. color bearer and ladies staff listed with sponsors matr ons chaperons and many names from Georgia towns.

Dublin J. P. Brittain Americus Thomas Wif Lois McMath Neva Bridges Smith Macon J. W. Price Broxton B. F. Brimberry Albany Robert Young Eatonton W. 8. Johnson Valdosta John G. Goodwin Newnan Cc. C. Grace Waycross J. M. Dekle Thomasville Marcus Luke Fitzgerald P. W. Meldrim Savannah Gneral Dupont Guerry R. P. Spence Columbus Cuthbert H.W. Powell Vienna J. A. Sharp Rome Maude Powell Mararet Pritchett Oner A. W. Garrett W. W. Robinson Louise Walker Monroe Mise Patecta Ashcraft Lanta Re’ d Savannahitta Coney Ides W. G. Whitaker Milledgeville J. H. Webster L.E. Lastinger Adel J. R. Childs

German Cities Face Historic Costly Month

German cities endure the war era peak as food prices soar far above pre war levels while rationing keeps prices fixed. Wages, though raised, lag behind, increasing about sevenfold versus tenfold increases in consumer costs.

Grade Teachers At Dawson Given Raise

Dawson May 5 The county board of education extends J C Dukes tenure as superintendent dividing time between city and county schools. Dukes will not remain beyond the current term. Dukes accepts reelection. Two faculty vacancies remain with Miss Smith and Miss Parker declining reelection. Grade teachers salaries raised from 80 to 90 dollars per month.

Dawson J. C. Dukes Dawson Public Schools County Board of Education Dukes Miss Smith Parker

Obituary and local notices from Draneville district

Ollie McMichael died Monday after months of illness. His burial was at New Hope Baptist Church. He leaves a wife four sons and one daughter. Ed Melton of Columbus attended Ollie McMichael's funeral. Emmett McMath and Cleve Park traveled to Americus last Thursday. Evelyn Minnick returned home after a week in Americus with Mrs W C Cordell. Susie Fussell and Annie Maude Fussell spend a week at Cusseta and Columbus. W S Wells, sick for a week, is somewhat better. Henry Green James Wells and Jim Williams visited the community this week. Emma Hart returned to Birmingham after visiting her sister Mrs Sim Walton. Misses Mary and Louise Harvey and Jack Harvey spent Sunday in Richland with Mrs Richardson. Miss Smith, who has been teaching-

Ollie McMichael New Hope Baptist Sharen Ed Melton Columbus Emmett McMath Cleve Parkman Americus Evelyn Minnick W. C. Cordell Susie Fussell Annie Maude Fussell Cusseta W. S. Wells Henry Green James Wells Jim Williams Emma Hart Birmingham Sim Walton Mary Louise Harvey Jack Harvey Richland Richardson Miss Smith

Calotabs Ad Claims Quick Liver Cleansing Benefits

An old advertisement touts Calotabs as a superior calomel tablet for biliousness indigestion headaches and constipation. It promises no taste griping or nausea with one tablet at bedtime and a morning of a clean liver and appetite. The maker guarantees refund if not delighted.

Remarkable Remedy Promises Quick Stomach Relief

A claim for Mayr's Wonderful Remedy says it relieves stomach pain and catarrhal mucus from the intestinal tract, reduces inflammation that causes stomach liver and intestinal ailments including appendicitis. One dose will convince or money refunded.

Mayr

Mrs Graves Promotes RAT SNAP for Poultry Needs

Mary Graves testifies to success with incubator profits after using RAT SNAP to kill rats in her poultry operation. She notes two dead rats found in the henhouse and the pest disappearing. Offered in three sizes 25c 50c and 1.00 by Nathan Murray Druggist Sheffield Hardware Sparks Grocery.

Picnic Planned by Harrison Student’s Return

A Harrison student returning from Draneville after a year will host a picnic for local school children on Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Parkman and children recently visited Columbus friends. Miss Nena Smith and Prather Henderson of Americus spent Sunday with Miss Nettie Lee Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Threat joined Parkman family for a Sunday visit. Mike Wells spent the weekend with Miss Mary Eula Wells.

Ing Draneville Harrison Cleve Parkman Columbus Nena Smith Prather Henderson Americus Nettie Lee Smith Arthur Threat

Dawson to Build $100,000 Hotel with Local Subscriptions

A Dawson meeting boosted hotel funding to over $50,000 toward a $100,000 project. J. S. Farnum of Charleston pledged to take 50 percent of the stock if Dawson residents matched the amount. The chamber of commerce organized the effort to attract local investment.

Dawson J. S. Farnum Charleston 8. C Chamber of Commerce

Population figures show Joy Ala. at 5696 in census

The census bureau announced Joy Ala. has 5 696 residents, up 14.8 percent since 1960. The note adds that about half of the nation's 450 000 higher grade students study in church institutions.

Troy Ala Washington Bureau of the Census Joy Ala America

Buy Your Coal Direct From Mine Big Saving

Advertises coal bought directly from Bernice Coal in Chicago to bypass middlemen and government restrictions. Claims lower prices for any buyer, large or small, with emphasis on better quality and dust-free burning. Encourages writing for prices and quantity details.

THE Bernice Coal Company Como Building Chicago

Ameco Chill and Fever Tonic Promoted in Malaria Ad

An old branded malaria tonic claim promotes Ameco Chill and Fever Tonic as the cure for chills fevers bilious fever and malaria. The ad cites a Macon Georgia railway employe and unnamed prominent citizens endorsing the product and guarantees its sale through dealers.

Ploye Macon Railway & Light Co Macon

Kellogg’s Tasteless Castor Oil Ad

A Spencer Kellogg Sons advertisement touts a tasteless castor oil with the same strength and purity as the old version. It claims children and adults won’t notice taking the remedy, available in 35c and 65c sizes at druggists.

Spencer Kellogg Sons, Inc Kellogs Kellogg's

Local Manager Wanted for Big Brokerage Firm

A large brokerage firm seeks a local manager with executive sales ability and banking connections to develop and handle rising demand across the country. The role offers substantial earnings scaling with time, requiring significant effort and honesty. apply to Dernies Coat Co., 685 Come Bridge Chicago.

Dernies Coat Co Chicago

Plane's Blood Medicine Ad Promises Cleanse and Health

An advertising flyer promotes Plane's Blood Medicine as a liver stomach bowels and kidney cleanser claiming daily movement and systemic renewal. It urges customers to try one bottle and if unsatisfied take up to six, with Nathan Murray druggist listed among sellers.

Plane Aia Nathan Murray

Nature's tonic for spring recovery Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery

The article promotes Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as an all purpose tonic to restore stomach tone liver activity and overall strength after a cold grip or flu. It urges preemptive health measures, notes the product is alcohol free and available as tablets or liquid, and offers a trial package by mail from the Invalids' Hotel in Buffalo New York.

Dr. Pierce Pierce Don

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