12 Aug 1921
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Newspaper
Brunswick News
Location
Brunswick, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1921
Page
1
Brunswick leaders call a Friday meeting at the Board of Trade assembly rooms to back a proposed manufacturing industry. The plan promises capitalization and a paying operation within about thirty days and includes a public demonstration to illustrate the opportunity for Brunswick’s growth.
Georgia lawmakers adjourned after a lengthy session over the general tax bill and Confederate pension fund deficiency. Revenue was estimated at 12.2 million dollars with appropriations around 10.3 million, signaling a substantial year end surplus. The amusement levy was trimmed to a single 2500 dollar grand opera tax, and an 852 thousand dollar provision covered the 1921 pension shortage.
The 1921 Georgia legislature adjourned at 2 22 a m after final passage of a general tax bill expected to raise about 12 200 000 to fund appropriations around 10 300 000. Pension appropriations for veteran graduates were debated with a conference over the amount and a joint committee appointed. The session ended amid weariness and celebration, with a projected surplus near 1 900 000.
President Harding's formal invitation to Great Powers for a conference on disarmament and Far Eastern questions was made public by Secretary Hughes. Partners include Britain France Italy Japan and China with no fixed scope but naval disarmament likely first.
At a meeting yesterday all board members were present and approved the outstanding bills for payment. Directors expressed strong satisfaction with progress this year and predicted it will be the most productive year in the organization’s history. Several work program items were discussed and prospects for completing them before year’s end were described as favorable.
Brunswick friends learn that R R Hopkins Jr has been under treatment at an Atlanta sanatorium and is rapidly recovering. Reports indicate he will likely return to his home within a few weeks.
Gale & Company plans a Brunswick packing plant with a fleet of deep sea boats, bringing 15 to 20 families and creating steady markets for independent fishermen. Work starts immediately on docks and buildings, aiming for operation by September 15 to October 1, with R. R. Hopkins & Son securing the deal.
George E. Hawkins of Kahn Tailoring Company Indianapolis visits Brunswick with fall and winter fabrics. Represented locally by Wood-Bailey Clothing, Hawkins will be at their store today and Saturday to measure customers and showcase a wide pattern range.
Marion Ohio reports Dr George T Harding father of President Warren G Harding admits he and his stenographer Miss Alice Severns were married today in Monroe Michigan. They were seen leaving the train and driven to her former home before he returned to his own house. The couple's ages are seventy six and fifty two.
Hon. B. F. Mann returns home as Georgia passes a highway bill preserving the department’s structure. Glynn County with 64 miles of state highways will receive about $19,200 next year for maintenance and new construction. Local education bills also authorize a fixed-term county school superintendent, deed streets for schools, and condemn property for school purposes.
The old drainage canal from the east end of N street to salt water has been reopened by order of the city commissioners and City Manager Gramlin to drain the flood affected section. The canal had been filed in and nearly obliterated for years. The reopening follows recent rains and aims to relieve flooding in the area.
The Brunswick All Stars were defeated 3 to 0 by Fernandina’s strong team in Fernandina, Florida. About 150 Brunswick fans joined the excursion aboard the Steamer Atlantic, returning home after a pleasant coast voyage and a hard fought game.
The canal’s completion brings clear improvements and is praised by city officials for eliminating the mosquito problem in that town area.
H M Pierce owner of a land tract near the old Maritime plant announced he will offer free land for a tourist camp. A site has not been chosen yet but the Young Men's Club will discuss it at today’s luncheon. The city will provide electric lights for the camp.
Sowing evil words today in the hope of reaping evil deeds tomorrow, carriers of pernicious foreign doctrines are busy in America. The Pace at Your Window, a William Fox special film production written by Max Marcin, will be shown at the Grand Theatre on Monday.
A business plea urges merchants to publish honest ads and price alignments to meet trading times. It argues persistent advertising sustains profits, keeps customers engaged, and supports The News as a proven marketplace vehicle. The piece ends with a call to use The News every little want ad to reach the public.
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