Origin of I'm from Missouri says how saying began
The originator Col Willard D Vandiver recalls a Philadelphia banquet in which Governor Hull wore a borrowed dress suit and Vandiver, unprepared, roasted him. He claimed his retort “I’m from Missouri, you’ve got to show me” arose from that night, though he says it was later misquoted and misunderstood.
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Willard D. Vandiver
United States
St. Louis
Columbia
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Philadelphia
Philadia
Hull
Iowa
Com- Laitre Cramp
Old City
America
Interest in the National Guard Reignites Postwar Focus
The article argues states must renew interest in National Guard organizations after World War I. It urges leadership from communities to back efforts, noting troops who served deserve a refreshed state militia and that peace should not drop guard readiness.
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Soleth
National Guard
Ae Atate
Ional Guard
The Many Boll Weevil Remedies
The farmer seeks boll weevil remedies as the pest devastates crops. Do not trust patent medicine claims promising sure cures. Seek guidance from United States government experts and agricultural colleges for proven remedies and reliable advice.
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Asdo
United States
Dif- Go Colleges of Agriculture
Oil mill and fertilizer plant near completion at Oconee Heights
A large force works toward early completion of the cotton mill and fertilizer plant at Oconee Heights. The fertilizer plant may be ready this season, but the mill may not be finished in time for this year’s crop of seed. Ginning at the local ginnery continues big business as the area becomes a bustling suburb of the Classic City. Mr and Mrs Charles Fellows of Wyhomas Street welcome a fine boy. Week of Prayer in Athens churches features Deaconess Work Rescue Work and song selections by Miss Mauffair and Miss Holiday. services in the Christian church are described as spiritual and helpful. Banner Advertiser reports a ten thousand dollar order for the Athens Banner from Lynchburg VA.
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Oconee Heights
Athens
Be Fair To The Children Public schools for Athens
A citizen urging larger bond funding for Athens public schools to meet modern standards. The piece argues a total bond pool near 300000, with emphasis on school buildings, sanitation, playgrounds, lunchrooms, and equitable support for needy students, stressing that schools belong to the people and must serve all children fairly.
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Cest
Athens
Board of Education
Flanigan
Craddock shoes order linked to advertising
A letter to The Banner notes an order for two thousand seven hundred seventy two pairs of Craddock shoes from a dealer, attributing the bulk purchase to advertising and asking to mention it in the next issue. The Craddock-Terry Company, prominent in its field, is referenced in connection with the ad.
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Craddock-Terry Company
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Newspaper items and names from a historical page
Fragmentary notes mention Mrs. F H Cox visiting sister Mrs. W A Jester and others Mrs. K Lumpkin, Mrs Steve Upson, Miss Mamie Lumpkin returning from Atlanta Julia Benedict returning from New York. Aged life expectancy and China’s foreign debt are briefly noted.
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F. H. Cox
W. A. Jester
K. Lumpkin
Steve Upson
Mamie Lumpkin
Atlanta
Julia Benedict
New York
Hicks
No-To-Bac Ad Promises Tobacco Habit Break
An advertisement touts QUIT TOBACCO No-To-Bac claiming thousands break the tobacco habit by placing four harmless tablets in the mouth. It promises relief from cravings, improved health, and financial benefits, with a money back guarantee if cravings persist.
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Lynchburg
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Suwanee River
Cincinnati
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Ning Cars
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W. L. Estes
North Broad St
Southern
Craddock-Terry CO
DR. Betts
Cedar Street
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W. P. Betta
M. L. Troutman
First Methodist Church
A. J. Beara
Oconee Street
Baptist Church
Oconee Cemetery
J. D. Broome
Union Point
A. G. Gortatowsky
Colonial Theatre
A. C. Gortatownaky
Albany
Colonial
Gortatowsky
Mrs
Frank Tribble
Mra. A. C. Holliday
Jefferson
Jackson Herald
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Augusta
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Josephine Jackson
Millard A. Jenking
A. I. Ruby
Olah Webb
China
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Bayer
Eehecner Cereal Co
Banner-Herald
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