Auto makers cut prices after Ford move in Detroit
Three major car firms Hudson Studebaker Willys Overland and Dodge announce price cuts across all models following Henry Ford's earlier price reductions. Hudson trims 200 to 450 dollars, Studebaker 125 to 200, Willys Overland reductions of 100 plus, while Dodge pledges no price change as plants close with about 1500 workers affected.
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Detroit
Henry Ford
Hudson
Hudson Automobile Company
Studebaker Corporation
A. R. Siskine
Whale's toilette On Huge Liner From a Whale
The ship captain Herbert Candy reports a strange sight in English waters. A huge whale used the steel plates of the bow to remove barnacles from its back, mimicking a bath.
Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy Promises Quick Relief
A testimonial touts Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy as safe and effective for regaining health after stomach and intestinal complaints. It claims to remove catarrhal mucus and inflammation, and offers a money back guarantee after one dose. Sold by Howell’s Pharmacy and druggists nationwide.
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Mayr
Howell
Bargain Rugs and Silks Sale Across Broad Selection
The store advertises rugs and crex mats at deep discounts with many lines: crex squares and rugs, Alexander Smith velvet and Brussels patterns, Axminster, Wool fiber squares, Congoleum runners, and Gold Seal Congoleum. Includes pepperell wide shirtings sale and silk shirtings with yard prices and patterns.
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Crex
Alexander Smith
Smith
Axminster
Ize
J. Sloan
Brussels
Georgia News High Spots Reflect Local and National Events
Georgia towns gain attention as Reno is noted as the smallest incorporated town in the state, while Willi Warehouse schedules in Macon reveal a cotton futures loss of 666737.07 with a deficit around 866280.71. Frank McDonald faces murder charges in Atlanta, and John W. Connellly is promoted at the Buenos Aires consulate. Susan Anthony amendment gains ratification, Georgia reports high birth twin rates, clothing prices projected lower for next year, and Atlanta unions push for 40 cent wage with 44 hour max. Other items include Russian refugees settling in Atlanta, Cordele Symphony attractions, Macon Chamber renewal, Columbus hosting Georgia Auburn game preparations, and University of Georgia registering beyond 1000 students.
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Reno
Georgia
United States
Willi
Macon
United States District
Frank McDonald
Carabel Holley Smith
Atlanta
Fulton County Grand Jury
State Department
John W. Connelly
Buenos Aires
Dorsey
Bainbridge Colby
Susan Anthony
State Health Department
Powad
Germany
Belgi
United Shates
Ake
H. Penis
Mangum Street
Meyerson
Mallar
Cordele Symphony Club
Lieurance
Little Symphony
Schubert
University of Georgia
Jim White, Jr
Canadian Rockies
Lil Ol Cupid
Pembroke
Iedy
Ameco Chill and Fever Tonic Ad Claims Quick Cure
An advertisement touts Ameco Chill and Fever Tonic as better for chills fever malaria and bilious fever. It promises relief within a few doses and as a tonic prevents fever return. The claim stresses doctor approval no harmful drugs and a 185 cent price with money back guarantee.
RAT SNAP Sold By Local Druggist And Grocers
A customer testimonial describes RAT-SNAP rat poison breaking a dead rat found during moving. The ad lists three sizes 35c 65c and 1.25 and notes purchase and guarantee by Nathan Murray druggist Sheffield Hardware Spark Grocery Americus.
Capatone Availability At Drug Stores
Capatone is advertised as convenient and ready to use being already dissolved. Consumers are advised not to worry about drinking water as Capatone is kept on hand for instant use. The product is sold at drug stores with every bottle clearly labeled J Homer Collier.
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J. Homer Collier
Savannah Labor backs Hardwick for Georgia governorship
The Savannah Chamber of Industry endorsed Thomas W. Hardwick for Georgia governor at a Monday night meeting. Resolutions directed notifying Hardwick that his support of organized labor while in the Senate and his opposition to unrestricted immigration were noted.
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Savannah
Thomas W. Hardwick
Georgia
Mrs Keach Describes Rat Snap Experience On Farm
Mrs Keach explains how she learned of RAT-SNAP after noticing many rats on her farm and trying the product. She reports it killed several rats and scared the rest away. RAT-SNAP is sold in three sizes 35c 65c and 1.25 by Nathan Murray Sheffield Hardware Sparks Grocery in Americus.
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Nathan Murray
Sheffield Hardware Co
Sparks Grocery Co
Americus
Organized labor backs Walker in gubernatorial campaign
The secretary was to inform Thomas EB Watson that organized labor supports Walker in the primary and hopes to have him speak soon. This marks organized labor's first public alignment in the race for governor.
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Thomas Eb, Watson
United
Senate
Organized Labor
Rat-Snap Ad Promises Big Hog Savings for Farmers
James McGuire, a noted hog raiser from New Jersey, touts RAT-SNAP claiming one dollar spent on the bait saved the price of a hog. The cake bait comes in 35c 65c and 1.25 sizes and is guaranteed. Sold by Nathan Murray and local shops in Americus.
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James McGuire
New Jersey
Nathan Murray
Sheffield Hardware Co
Sparks Grocery Co
Americus
What U S Dept of Agriculture Says About Two Rats
Government figures show two rats breeding for three years produce 359 709 482 individuals. Act when you see the first rat. RAT-SNAP exterminator dries up after killing and leaves no smell. Cats or dogs won’t touch it. Sold and guaranteed by Nathan Murray druggist Sheffield Hardware Sparks Grocery Americus.
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U. 5
Dept. of Agriculture
Nathan Murray
Sheffield Hardware Co
Sparks Grocery Co
Americus
Ziron Iron Tonic Promoted As Blood Builder
A newspaper ad touts Ziron as a safe iron tonic that builds blood and aids energy. It cites Mrs. P. G. Gentry of Norene Tennessee praising the remedy for herself and her 14 year old son. The ad promises a money back guarantee and urges readers to obtain a bottle from a local seller.
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P. G. Gentry
Norene
Tenn
Zifon
Iray
Ziron
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Overland and Studebaker
Whale’s
Standard Dry Goods Co
Georgia News
Chicago
National
Retail Clothiers’ Convention
Union Job Pressmen
Joannyy
Spark: Grocery Co
Hardwick
Mrs. Keach
Rat-Snap
Annie Whitmore
Gate City
Thedford’s
Organised Labor
Walker
Gondrich
R Co
Akram
Olise
Otek' Se Quality Rubber Co
Buhl Bldg
Mich
Goitre
Syracuse
N. Y
DRECO
Herbert. Hawkins
Goodyear Electric
W. M. Bivins
E. D. Bright
Lee St
Allen
PH South Lee
Allison
Allison Pope
Cotton Avé
Geenee AF
Waynesburg
Kentucky
Mr. Gentry
Norene, Tenn
Chero-Cola
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