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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1903
Page
3
Georgia farmers urged to intensify farming with better soil preparation and fertilization. Advice covers plowing deep, subsoiling, using rollers and harrows, broadcasting or furrow fertilizing, crop rotation, and seed selection. Emphasizes compost of animal manure, marl, muck, and commercial fertilizer, plus careful cattle grazing for soil enrichment.
The September 24 1903 crop report cites deterioration in cotton prospects due to a late spring drought chilling rains rust and pests. It notes corn and sugar cane fair to good, rice holding better than other crops, and livestock conditions at 84 per cent. Farm labor shortages persist as factories offer better pay. suggestion to adopt labor-saving farm implements is offered.
The weekly Athens post office list for the week ending October 6 1905 includes names such as Marc s H Veramlett John Brewer Judge Bolds W A Bowden Martin Qoplin Richard Dickson and many others with multiple Miss and Mrs titles indicating local residents. The notice is signed by W Fleming postmaster Cotteyville Liplemeunt & Mfg Co.
J Allgood of Kines Ave in Athena says kidney pain, diabetes symptoms, backache, and weak urination eased after using Dean's Kidney Pills from H Palmer Son and Teo Foster Mubern Co. He reports improved sleep and ability to work, urging readers to remember the name Dean's and buy the medicine.
A vintage advertisement argues that higher first price can yield greater value. Clifton flour costs more yet produces more bread and uses less lard and soda. Test Chifton flour for yourself to prove its long term savings. Also includes dyspepsia cure claims for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure with testimonials. Chamomile stomach tablets recommended as easy to take. Sold by local druggists and outlets.
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