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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1917
Page
4
Keep chickens clean to prevent parasites and germs. Advice on spraying and powder treatments to free hens of internal parasites. Advertisement by G B Buchanan and jeweler services by Broadhurst at 110 Lamar St and B A Thomas Paul. Money-back if not satisfied.
Savannah reports Representative J. W. Overstreet says military plans show 20,000 U S troops landing in France weekly, aiming for a million by spring. He notes Georgia backs the president against war opponents and expects decisive action once sufficient Allied forces are in place. Germany’s government must be overthrown before lasting peace, he adds.
A Cotton Avenue shop advertises a vast stock of crepe de chine handkerchiefs at 2 75 per dozen or 25 cents each, boasting about fifty patterns and an unprecedented display. Also promotes sale on men’s, women’s and children’s underwear with up to a third off, plus new neckwear, silk poplins, and assorted fabrics at low prices to attract buyers.
A Ford automobile owned by Mr. James Holly was stolen at the circus grounds Saturday night while the owner and others were inside. A leather case containing medicines and surgical instruments belonging to Dr. J. T. Stokes was also taken from an auto parked nearby. Rewards have been offered.
Fragmented OCR text describes a health remedy claim touted as safe and fast acting with phrases about relief and no pain. It mentions a product named Gots-It and references ease of use and avoidance of extended suffering, though details are garbled and uncertain.
Community notices list several residents traveling or visiting relatives this week. Andersonville visitors Mr and Mrs Thompson King and Miss Jones came to Prison Park. Miss Magele Callen left for Virginia. Mrs Mollie Smith returned from Lorane. Mrs J M Bryant visited Manchester. Mrs B F Easterlin traveled to Atlanta and Athens. Emmett Holloway announced engagement to Miss Pearl Bardin of Binn on. Lula Lamar from Powersville arrived to cover for Miss Callen’s agent. Easterlin couple shopped in Americas. Minnie Hearn and children attended the Hocus in Americas. Beulah Pennington spent the weekend at home. various locals attended gatherings and associations.
Washington Oct 15 President Wilson on behalf of the Liberty Loan issues a proclamation setting October 24 as Liberty Day urging citizens to pledge full financial support to the government. He asks for an impressive result that signals America’s resolve to fund the war effort and hasten victory.
G O Marshall presents a wartime plea urging Sumter County farmers aged 21 to 31 to enlist in national and local efforts, asking Georgia to double its wheat acreage this fall. The piece cites a Bradford Knapp letter, notes seed wheat shortages, and calls upon county agents to focus October 15 to 20 on securing wheat plantings despite high fertilizer costs and labor limits.
Community efforts and Sumter county farmers support the extension director as he weighs a position at Cornell College in New York. Dr McWhorter, longtime Sumter County resident, contemplates leaving Americus for a university role, with many friends hoping he stays to bolster local health and services.
A vintage style health advertisement urges readers to inspect their tongue for signs of anemia and promotes Ziron, an iron tonic. It includes patient testimonial from R L Poston of Lillie La and a money back offer, detailing use and refund policy.
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