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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1896
Page
4
The Department of Agriculture notes July as prime for corn and cotton, warns against deep plowing and root damage, and urges shallow, level stages to prevent fruit shedding in cotton and yellowing in corn. It stresses crop balance, variety-based timing, and forage crops plus clover and peas to enrich soil.
The article advises planting Lookout Mountain sweet potato stock for fall stands and discusses cuttings, oats, rye, and clover as soil and feed improvers. It stresses early fall sowing, soil preparation, and the value of green crops like sorghum and peas to sustain pastures. It also covers salt and preventive care for grub in livestock, emphasizing daily salt access and shelter to reduce parasite effects.
The report notes strong corn growth after June rains and unusually large cotton plants blooming early with few grass issues. Wheat and oats are harvested with better yields than usual but limited planted area. Drought in spring reduced crops. fruit crops like peaches and apples underperform due to dry weather and insect pressure.
The article notes spraying to protect crops in the state, reports good crop results where done, melons acreage down with hopes for good prices, grapes stock abundant, and overall livestock in strong condition. It warns against buying diseased horses sold by gypsy horse traders and advises purchasing only from reputable sources. The Bainbridge Democrat claims top circulation in the district with Printer's Ink awarding a $100 prize for challenging its figures.
A Philadelphia man born in Bridgewater Pennsylvania and resident of Hulmeville recounts a paralysis that left him unable to move from the hips down after a typhoid fever and spinal inflammation. He credits Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring movement, aided by doctors from Jefferson College, and swears to the affidavit dated May 15 1893.
A 25 cent offer promises a three week treatment using two medicines to correct liver issues, purify blood, and restore vigor. The ad claims Ramon's Tonic Liver is harmless, made from pure ingredients, and available from druggists or by mail. Two boxes cost 75 cents, or five boxes for 1.63 from Brown Mfg. Co.
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