Fight the Bull Weevil Remains Urgent Says Ford Booklet
Entomologists report 30000 bull weevils in hibernation in Talklah Louisiana with rising emergence rates near 1917 and 1920 levels. Ford Motor Co publishes Control the Bull Weevil for free dealer distribution with US Department of Agriculture backing. Henry Ford urges rodent and pest control while local Savannah businessfolk plan Georgia outreach this month.
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Federal Department of Agriculture
Talklah
Ford Motor Company
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Office
State Entomologist of
Georgia
Henry Ford
The Primrose Path Warning From Jones County News
The Jones County News warns that wealth lures youth more than poverty and risky social spots entice young people. It notes the danger of car cultures and nightlife, urging vigilance and wisdom to resist temptations.
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Jones County
Stand Under the Law and Reject Usurped Power
Hartwell Sun argues that officeholders must serve the state and nation, not politics or creeds. It predicts Republicans will spend 40 million dollars in the next election, implying Wall Street backs McAdoo and that vast funds drive national outcomes.
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Wall Street
McAdoo
Hartwell Sun
Fight the boll weevil and save Georgia cotton
Farmers, bankers, merchants and editors are urged to unite in a finishing push against the boll weevil for the 1924 cotton crop. Calcium arsenate is recommended as the best poison, with every Georgian expected to participate. A strong, balanced farming program is urged to keep dairy, poultry and crops thriving alongside cotton.
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Ike
Georgia
Southern newspapers join in cooperative state boosting ad
The Moultrie Observer discusses a cooperative Florida Georgia Alabama advertising exchange. It praises exchanges among Southern papers to promote home buying and local industry. It endorses sending Harris to the Senate and Walker to the Governor, then closes with a quip about an English novelist.
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Florida
Georgia
Alabama
South
Moultrie Observer
W. J. Harris
United States Senate
Clifford Walker
Bobbed Hair Still Popular In Headlines
The piece notes bobbed hair remains a favored style despite forecasts it would fade. It reflects on ongoing headlines and public interest around the cut, indicating the look endures as a staple in fashion reporting.
Riches, Wives, and Valets as Commonplace Truths
A reflective musing notes that wealth cannot buy lasting marriage while any man, rich or poor, may marry. It observes that wives tend to stay longer with poorer husbands, implying money does not secure lifelong companionship.
Public Service Commission hopeful predicted to win
Hon Albert J Woodruff of Fulton County predicts his election to the Public Service Commission known as the Railroad Commissioner during his county visit. The report notes local sentiment and confidence in his likely victory.
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Albert J. Woodruff
Fulton County
Public Service Commission
Peach Crop Plea Boosts Growers’ Prospects
A local farmer notes that a bountiful peach crop helps growers secure enough supply before fruit disappears, stressing the advantage for growers in the market.
Politician Rams Ahead in 1924 Race at State and National Level
A political figure described as a young buck-skin with K in his name braces for the 1924 race. The piece notes involvement at both national and state levels as campaigns begin and horses and riding imagery frame the contest.
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Noah
Buck-Skin
Spend Money at Home, Dahlonega Prices Cited
A Dahlonega Nugget note urges locals to compare purchases before traveling. An area farmer spent in Gainesville on guano sugar and coffee, paying 2.50 per sack for guano and 18 cents per pound for coffee, with sugar at 25 pounds for 2.25. The piece claims Dahlonega offers lower prices on coffee at 15 cents a pound, sugar at 10 cents per pound, and guano at local rates, suggesting buying locally saves travel time.
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Gainesville
Dahlonega
The Law Must Be Respected Across Society
A civic essay argues that respect for law is essential to government, noting that laws reflect the will of the majority and prevent social menace. It warns against selective obedience, urging citizens to follow prohibitions, traffic rules, taxes, and other statutes to avoid sowing anarchy and to set a proper example for children.
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Republic
End of the War Anxiously Seen in Europe Report
The article, dated April 9, 1924, discusses the European war's status and the Reparations Commission's Dawes plan. It notes America’s large wartime role and a smaller follow up force under Dawes Young Robinson facing fear and greed, and warns peace depends on implementing the plan.
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Europe
Reparations Commission
Versailles
America
A. E.F
Chas. G. Dawes
Owen 2. Young
Henry M. Robinson
Brisbane Suggests McAdoo and Smith for Democrats
Arthur Brisbane advocates McAdoo and Smith as the Democratic ticket. The report notes oil and water do not mix and warns there is no reason to expect any mixing of oil with light wine and beer.
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Arthur Brisbane
McAdoo
Smith
Japanese actions judged as foolish and useless
The remark asserts that if Japan seeks to win favor with Americans by deadly acts of self-harm intended to seem impressive, it fails. Americans view such conduct as the height of foolishness and counterproductive.
Statement on crime and punishment in Chicago
A fragment discusses using money to clear two Chicago boys and fears escape would erode faith in the law as an effective crime deterrent. It reflects concern over judicial outcomes and public trust in enforcement.
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Chicago
Georgia Gubernatorial Outlook Focuses on Walcher’s Support
The Thomasville Press notes Gov. Clifford Walker enjoys broad public backing for a second term. Carswell and Elders may enter the race but are seen as minor threats with limited enthusiasm from supporters.
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Thomasville
Georgia
Atlanta
Clifford Walxer
Carswell
Feland Advances in Marine Corps Leadership
Brigadier General Logan Feland, A. S. , Marine Corps, named assistant to Maj. Gen. John A. Lejeune who has led the corps since 1920. Born 1869 in Hopkinsville Kentucky, he graduated from Massachusetts Tech in 1892 and served in Cuba the Philippines Panama and Santo Domingo before arriving in France June 13 1917.
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Logan Feland
A. S
Marine Corps
John A. Lejeune
Hopkinsville
Massachusetts “Tech
Kentucky Infantry
Cuba
Philippines
Panama
Santo Domingo
France
Marines
Army
Navy
Legion of Honor
Bois de Belleau
Champagne
Soissons
Nations Must Depart From Selfish Individualism and Isolation
A manifesto urging global nations to abandon selfish isolation and adopt Christ centered standards. It asserts Jesus as supreme arbiter in disputes, condemns double standards, and states sovereignty rests with God. Civil rulers are seen as His ministers, responsible for just conduct and peace through love, brotherhood, and fair play.
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Jesus
Church
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Ewing
Butler Drug CO
Butler, Ga
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Feland
Devil Dogs
Ristian Citizenship Conference
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Buick
Edwards Bros
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