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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1912

Page

33

Farmers to plant more food crops says C C Bass

C C Bass states Georgia farmers will shift acreage from cotton to corn oats and hay amid a year of reduced cotton planting. He notes oats losses from freezes and praises a banker led movement to raise corn output with substantial prize incentives.

C. C. Bass Georgia Rock Hill F. Cook Citizens’ Bank McRae Frank Wel Pellatt County Mr. Cook A. B. Lovett Sylvania Streven W.H. Faust Lexington Oglethorpe H.O. Shackelford J. W. Brown W. B. Coile John Armstrong Henry Linton William Mitchell Gus Winfrey Robert Fortson RH. Ovedek J. W. J. Hall RW. Stewart Rufus English J. P. Fleming Steve Goss J. G. Fielda D. L. Lewis

Wimbish and Blackburn Argue Rail Rate Cases

Attorneys W A Wimbish and KR Blackburn of Atlanta appeared before the Interstate Commerce Commission to argue the Ashburn and Montezuma rate cases. The long and short haul clause affects freight moving east and west through Montezuma and alleges discrimination in favor of Dawson Cordele and Americus. The case was taken under advisement.

John Corrigan Washington W. A. Wimbish KR. B Blackburn Atlanta Interstate Commerce Commission Ashburn Montezuma Blackburn Congress Central Railroad Dawson Cordele Americus Wimbish Ashburne eGorgia -Riilroad Tifton

5 000 000 Acres of Ranches Behind Bouillon Cubes

In South America the Jebig Company maintains cattle herds totaling over 300 000 head. Only the choicest beef enters Oxo Bouillon Cubes, a product beloved by American housewives for flavor, value, and quick preparation. Enormous yearly sales confirm its popularity. cubes are widely available in drug stores and grocers.

South America Jebig Company

Columbus GA Sets May 1 Presidential And County Primaries

Muscogee county democratic executive committee met in Columbus to fix May 1 as the presidential primary date and the same day for county offices. Voters approved issuing $50,000 in bonds to complete a concrete bridge across the Chattahoochee at Dillingham Street, Girard, with a strong majority beyond the two thirds needed.

Columbus Muscogee County Democratic Executive Committee Chattahoochee River Dillingham Street Girard

NO RELIEF GRANTED TO SUGAR COMBINE

Washington March 16 The interstate commerce commission ruled that the American Sugar Refining Company is not discriminated against in transporting imported raw sugar from New Orleans to Gramercy Louisiana for its refinery. It found rates to Gramercy were not at cost to favor the Gramercy plant and that the practice does not constitute undue discrimination.

Washington Interstate Commerce Commission New Orleans Sugar Commission Louisiensa Railway”, and Navigation Company Gramércy Colonial Sugar Company

Wife Cuts Own Throat Amid Family Ill Health

A farmer’s wife, distraught by illness and a sick household, cut her throat at home. Neighbors found her body this morning after reports the family had suffered fever and the wife’s mind had worsened. Authorities note the case appears to be self inflicted.

Young

J A Colquitt Dies at Talbotton Home

Talbotton Ga March 16 Special J A Colquitt 75 died suddenly at his home in Geneva Ga today at 10 am Survived by wife two sons L C Colquitt and L B Colquitt of Geneva and two daughters Miss Anne Colquitt Geneva and Miss Otte Colquitt Memphis Remains will be interred at the old family burying ground tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock.

Talbotton, Ge J. A. Colquitt Geneva Talbot County L. C. Colquitt L. B. Colquitt Anne Colquitt Otte Colquitt Memphis Tenn Old Family Burying Ground

Moody saves Southern train at river trestle

C F Moody, a truck farmer near the South River trestle six miles south, spotted seven washed away supports on the trestle and raised the alarm. He refused reward, saying only he seeks credit not belonging to another man. Moody and Oscar Kitchen alerted others, helping flag the fast passenger train before disaster.

C. F. Moody South River Southern Southern Railroad Moody Oscar Kitchen Kitchen

Judge Hoyt speaks on juvenile court work in Thomasville

Thomasville Georgia March 16 special Judge Franklin Hoyt of New York juvenile court spoke to the Thomasville Study Class about the court system for youths. He explained four New York courts including Manhattan, noting the growth of juvenile justice and that 11 500 children were tried there last year.

Thomasville Franklin Hoyt Juvenile Court of New York Hoyt Manhattan McClelland Waa

Tuberculosis Medicine Saved This Man's Life

An advertisement extols Eckman’s Alterative as a life saving tuberculosis remedy. It recounts a patient recovering after pneumonia, claiming weight gain and improved health since starting the treatment. The testimonial promises benefits for bronchitis asthma hay fever throat and lung troubles and notes availability through druggists.

Eckman Philadelphia Phyaician Speciailet Gg Deen Dover Gale Jacobs

Why Do You Worry Along With a Bad Cold

An advertisement for Jacobs Dovers Quinine claims rapid relief from a bad cold. It promises to break up the cold the first night, relieve headache and fever, and prevent fever and cough when taken early. It highlights a mix of quinine and cascara sagrada, available as capsules or tablets to avoid dizziness or vision issues.

These Helps Will Make Your Spring Cleaning Easier

A newspaper advertisement promotes Jacobs cleaning products, touting early cleaning as key and listing disinfectants, bed bug killer, tiger paste, furniture polish, and lavender ammonia with prices and sizes. It claims superior quality, safety, and government use for the polish.

Jacobs’ Krelol Jacobs Jacobs’ War Dept United States

Closing Out Brannen's Rubber Goods Stock

Notice of a closing out sale offering first grade rubber goods at half price. The sale claims Brannen's stock items are dependable, not regular lines, purchased from Brannen stores, and presented as an unusual bargain opportunity.

Brannen

What Do YOU Know of Rubber Goods

Jacobs' Pharmacy proclaims the largest Rubber Goods business in the Southern states and urges customers to buy only first quality items from a professional department. The ad promises extensive stock, price concessions, and a guarantee on every article to ensure long, safe use of hot water bottles and syringes.

Jacobs’ Pharmacy UBBER Atlanta

Jacobs' Pharmacy Prescription Service Expands in Atlanta

Since starting in Atlanta 27 years ago the firm reports rapid growth and now dispenses over 600 prescriptions daily. It emphasizes its exclusive availability and its own in house laboratory with a full stock of drugs and chemicals and highly skilled pharmacists.

INCE Atlanta Jacobs’ Pharmacy

A Beautiful Cut Bowl Sale Ad Offers Glassware Bargains

An ad promotes a Sunburst cut glass bowl at a deep discount with a 3% inch depth and a regular value of 3.00, plus matching water pitcher and glasses at reduced prices. It touts home-made lunches at the main store fountain including chicken salad, sandwiches, hot coffee, hot chocolate, and beverages, emphasizing fresh fruit strawberry cream soda and strawberry ice cream.

Henckels Razors Offer Quality Shaving Goods

Careful men favor Henckel razors for their steel temper and edge. For generations Henckel's has stood high with an exacting public. Hivery Henckel Razor carries a good reputation. Complete line priced from $1.25 and up, plus blades. Also full stock of shaving goods and toilet preparations for men superior to others in the city.

Henckel

Special $1 14k Fountain Pens for sale

Special $1 offer on fountain pens with guaranteed 14k gold points. Regular prices range from 2.50 to 5.00 or more, with plain hard rubber handles and variants trimmed in mother of pearl, silver plate, or gold plate. A promotional push emphasizes savings and limited availability.

Robinnaire

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