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Newspaper

Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1914

Page

5

Tomato Patch Pays Off for Georgia Girls Canning Club

A Georgia Girls' Canning Club member earns about 130 dollars from a tenth acre of tomatoes, illustrating how small plots can fund college, nurture talent, and inspire country girls toward opportunity. The article praises farm labor, outdoor work, and joining girls' clubs in Georgia as a path to success. It cites Frances Hodgson Burnett’s blackberry start as a parallel to starting with tomatoes or poultry.

Georgia Girls’ Canning Club Little Tomato Patch Francis Hodson Burnett

Pest and Fungicide Tips From Horticulture Expert

T H McHatton, Professor of Horticulture at Georgia State College of Agriculture, summarizes arsenate of lead mixtures for leaf-eating insects, soap and water control for plant lice, tobacco fluid with soap, and Bordeaux mixture for diseases. Emphasizes crop rotation to reduce disease in successive growing seasons.

T. H. McHatton Georgia State College of Agriculture

Prevention of Colic in Horses

Guidance on avoiding colic in horses through varied feeds, quality roughage, proper grain portions, cool rest after exertion, ample water, accessible salt, and dental care for older horses. Emphasizes feeding routines, water timing, and mastication to reduce indigestion and impaction.

Ater

Cotton seed meal makes best fertilizer and feed

The piece argues that cotton seed meal yields high feed value plus fertilizing value, worth about $70 a ton when fed and retained at 75 percent, versus direct soil use costing $30 per ton. It urges Southern farmers to feed it through livestock for humus and energy benefits and to stop buying bran and middlings.

Europe Denmark Germany England

Mule Foot Hogs Not Immune to Cholera

Four mule hogs bought from a breeder advertised as cholera immune were injected with hog cholera blood and all died. The incident suggests mule foot hogs are not inherently immune and may be as susceptible as other breeds.

Summer School in Cotton Grading at Georgia College

Loy E Rast announces the regular summer school in cotton grading at the College of Agriculture Georgia State College of Agriculture beginning June 29 through August 1. The course is free except for a $1 fee and runs with the University of Georgia summer school. Lectures cover grading criteria middling grades and laboratory work with government standard samples. Week one middling week two higher grades week three lower grades week four market week with guaranteed practice in buying and selling bales and pricing. The program has produced qualified cotton graders and benefits manufacturers in buying.

College of Agriculture University of Georgia

Comparative Crime Record Shows Fewer Murders in London

A year ago London reported 23 murder consort in connection with city crime trends. Authorities note a comparative drop as the period ends, with ongoing efforts by police and safety initiatives to curb violence.

Consot City of London

Social whirl as Greensboro residents welcome visitors

Greensboro Georgia society notes list numerous residents and guests returning from travels to Atlanta, Oklahoma, Augusta, Brunswick, Covington, Athens, and other towns. The piece recounts governors, judges, and local figures attending gatherings at homes, schools, and events, plus weddings and births, with several locals visiting relatives.

United States urged to model equal trade abroad

Rear Admiral French E. Chadwick urged the United States to open equal trade to the Philippines Porto Rico and the Canal Zone as a preventive of war. He warned against exclusive control of regions like Morocco and the Congo States and proposed a free canal zone to create a new Hong Kong in the East.

Mohonk Lake N. Y French E. Chadwick Lake Mohonk United States Philippines Porto Rico Canal Zone Morocco Congo Hong Kong

Bold-sulphur cream cures itching eczema says dermatologist

A noted dermatologist promotes bold-sulphur cream for itching and eczema relief. He says it soothes irritation, dries dry skin, and can subdue outbreaks, noting it has long held a trusted place in skin treatment and is widely available in pharmacies.

Officials Support Sleeveless Bathing Suits in Atlanta

Atlanta May 29 Two defenders back Atlanta swimmers told they cannot bathe in Piedmont Park without long sleeves. Judge Nash Broyles city recorder and Chief James J. Beavers defend sleeveless swimsuits as appropriate for cleanliness and sun protection.

Atlanta. Ga Atlanta Piedmont Park Nash Broyles City Recorder James J. Beavers The Recorder

Rules for International Yacht Races

Washington officials and the New York Yacht Club outlined limits for the America's Cup races to be held September 10 12 and 15 off Sandy Hook. A single press boat will be allowed and wireless use restricted to prevent interference with news bulletins and ship communications. The government will supervise the wireless press boat and a moving picture vessel with NYYC representation.

Washington, D. C Redfield Department of Commerce Cormack New York Secretary of Commerce New York Yacht Club Daniels W. H. G. Bullara U.S. N Naval Radio Service

Weather forecast for Atlanta area with drought and rain reports

Forecast notes high pressure in the East and dry heat in the drought areas while Texas and upper Midwest see rains and cool fronts. It records 3.46 inches of rain in Houston and 2.42 in Duluth with frost at Spokane. Saturday expected to be fair and very warm. Advance ad promotes Dr King's New Life Pills as a spring cleanse.

Mississippi Lakes Arizona Minnesota Texas Mississippi River Rocky Mountains Houston Tex Duluth Huron Rocky Mountain Sheridan Williston Spokane Co. F. Vor Terrmann

Chamber Board Plans Southern Tour and New Orleans Meeting

The Chamber of Commerce of the United States Board will tour the Southern states for two weeks in late October visiting major cities and meeting business leaders. A regular board meeting will be held in New Orleans after accepting the invitation of local commercial groups.

Washington, D. C Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America New Orleans Board of Directors Pacific Coast Far West Chamber of Commerce of the United States G. Grosvenor Dawe Nation Charleston Atlanta Mobile Ala Vicksburg Miss Southern Commercial Secretaries' Association Chattanooga Birmingham National Chamber Athens Chamber of Commerce South

Commencement Sermons Noted Across Georgia Churches

The notes describe Rev W H Faust of Winder preaching Carlton High School commencements on the third Sunday to a large audience. Rev A J Smith from the Seminary filled Curtis church Augusta’s pulpit in Thist’s absence, Thist leaving for Newbern June 1. Rev W C Taylor, son of Rev R B Taylor White Plains, leaves Northeast Georgia pastorate to pursue studies. Dr J W Lynch of Athens gave the baccalaureate at Meredith College Raleigh and spoke at Wake Forest College the preceding Sunday.

Pete W. H. Faust Winder Carlton High School A. J. Smith Our Georgia Curtis Church Augusta R. W. Thist Thist Newbern N. C W. C. Taylor R. B. Taylor White Plains J. W. Lynch Athens Meredith College Raleigh N.C Wake Forest College

Woman accused of swindling lodge folk in Georgia

Atlanta May 29 Mrs Mary McCloud and an 11 year old girl were arrested on charges of swindling fraternal orders by posing as the widow of ex Governor and Senator James A Alcorn of Mississippi. McCloud is said to have preyed on philanthropic Masons across the South. The girl Lillie Stone has posed as McCloud’s grandchild since infancy. Courts aim to remove the girl from bad influence and place her in a home.

Atlanta Mary McCloud United States James A. Alcorn Mississippi South Lillie Stone

Kidney Pills Backed by Satisfied Users in Alabama

A. T. Kelly of McIntosh Alabama and H. R. Palmer & Son promote Foley Kidney Pills as the best remedy for kidney and bladder troubles backache and rheumatism. Testimonials claim quick relief and wide satisfaction encouraging others to try the product.

Foley A. T. Kelly McIntosh Ala H.R. Palmer & Son

Pyewees v Sears revival and regional sermons noted

Wesleyan Advocate records protracted services at Bonnie Brae Atlanta led by Pyewees and Rev A J Sears. Rev C C Jarrell preaches at Barnesville school commencement. Dr J P McFerrin to deliver Georgia University Athens graduation sermon June 14. Chancellor Barrow active at multiple state commencements and addresses.

F Pyewees A. J. Sears Bonnie Brae Atlanta C. C. Jarrell Barnesville J. P. McFerrin Macon South Georgia University of Georgian At Athens

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Satisfied User

Miss Clara Oster of House Springs Missouri claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is unequaled for curing a cough or a bad cold on the lungs. She says it is the best on the market and is pleased to share her praise. For sale by all dealers adv.

Chamberlain Clara Oster House Springs Adv

Burns agency to challenge state law at Supreme Court

Atlanta May 29 Attorney for the Burns agency says the company and three aides convicted in recorder's court over alleged failure to report to police before operating as detectives will press the issue to the United States Supreme Court if state court convictions are upheld. Dan Lehon and others face the case.

Atlanta Burns Agency Supreme Court of the United States Dan Lehon Burns Recorder’s Court Arthur Powell United States Supreme Court

Grove's Old Standard Tonic and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy

Grove's Old Standard Tonic offers quinine and iron for general tonic use and to drive malaria, enrich the blood, and strengthen the system. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy soothes coughs and colds. it is safe, non narcotic, and sold by local dealers.

Grove

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