Oglethorpe County Bank Holds Annual Stockholders Meeting
Lexington Georgia September 17 The regular annual stockholders meeting of the Oglethorpe County Bank was held with full attendance and harmony. Reports show earnings of 14 percent on capital stock and a 10 percent dividend to be paid November first, with the remainder added to surplus. Officers reelected: Joel Cloud president R E Maxwell vice president G A Barron cashier. board includes W M Hawkins Jas M Smith Wm Gottheimer Dr W 4 Faust E C Maxwell L C Faust Dr W H Reynolds R F Brooks L O Benton and C W Howard with L C Benton serving as financial agent.
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Lexington
Oglethorpe County Bank
Joel Cloud
R. E. Maxwell
G. A. Barron
W. M. Hawkins
Jas. M. Smith
Wm. Gottheimer
W. 4. Faust
Warns on Imported Red Clover Seed Low Germination
Washington dispatch reports the department of agriculture warning farmers to avoid imported crimson clover seed of low germination and to test seeds before planting. The warning notes large quantities of dead seed reaching the market due to wartime disruptions.
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Washington
Department of Agriculture
Bonds Signed and Delivered for Drainage Project
Monroe Ga September 17 the 20000 Jacks Creek Drainage Bonds were signed Tuesday by the commission led by W L Wood chairman O P Hester and W F Patrick with J L Patton secretary and delivered to local purchasers. Bonds are 100 each and finely engraved. Details for completing drainage plans are set and landowners and the public show strong interest.
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Monroe Ga
Jack's Creek
W. L. Wood
O. P. Hester
W. F. Patrick
J.L. Patton
Marshal Johnson Shootout Falsely Accused. Woman Fatally Wounded
In Lexington Georgia on September 17 Marshal Johnson fired to scare fleeing youths. A woman cried she was shot. a ball had struck a tree limb and ricocheted into her body, killing her. The coroner's inquest exonerated the officer.
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Lexington
Marshal Johnson
Walker and Upshaw Likely Run For Walton County Superintendent
Monroe Ga September 17 Indications are that Rev W S Walker and Prof J C Upshaw will both be in the race for the office of county school superintendent of Walton County.
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Monroe, Ga
W. S. Walker
J. C. Upshaw
Atlanta Bond Election Likely Postponed and Weevil Fight Grows
Atlanta reports strong push to delay the big municipal bond vote set for the 30th due to a Jewish holiday, risking a 1500 voter blackout. A revived Georgia Audubon Society forms a state committee led by M L Britain to bolster bird life and pest control. Guns and war supplies purchases loom as France and Allies plan to buy southern goods for Europe, while a public works funds shortage prompts an accountant probe and potential legal action.
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Atlanta
Albert D. Thompson
Georgia
National Audubon Society
M. L. Brittain
R. J. H. DeLoach
W. H. LaPrade
J. F. Arnold
J. A. Mershon
E. B. Mell
W. E. Dendy
J. S. Stewart
J. H. Mell
South
Emory College
Department of Keeper of Public Buildings
Harris
E. E. Holcombe
Holcombe
Cliff Walker
The Farmer Stands Most Independent, Says Editor
The writer argues farmers are the most independent profession, citing long familiarity with rural life in Georgia. He notes farmers recover quickly from wartime upheaval, face fewer debt problems than city workers, and receive merchant and banker support to pursue new crops. He emphasizes farmers meet obligations and endure hardships with resilience.
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Georgia
Europe
Weather forecast and past rainfall notes for Georgia
The Athens area had fair conditions expected through Saturday with generally fair statewide weather. Showers occurred recently in the cotton belt but were light, and rain was reported in the lake region. High atmospheric pressure spans from Georgia to the upper lakes while low-pressure fronts sit in western Canada and southern Arizona. Temperatures are moderate and no cold weather is anticipated soon.
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the Banner
Atlanta
Athens
Vicinity
Georgia
Cotton Belt
Upper Lakes
Lake
Canada
Arizona
Schools May Bar Children Colds Prompt Health Boards
Common colds are contagious and boards of health in many cities consider barring children with colds from school. Foley's Honey and Tar is an old and reliable family medicine that frees children from coughs, colds, croup and whooping cough. Parents may save trouble by giving pre preschool opens. H. R. Palmer & Sons. adv a.
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Boards of Health
Foley's
H. R. Palmer & Sons
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