Production and Conservation of Food Crops Urged in Georgia
Governor Harris presided at a Macon food conference urging increased crop production and conservation. About 1200 delegates from most counties heard Dr. A. M. Soule outline county organization, home canning, fodder use, and livestock protection to avert food shortages next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Macon Tursday
Iarris
A. M. Soule
J. J. Brown
Georgin
Europe
Carroll County
Macon
E. T. Jackson
W. J. Nix
Lowell
L. K. Smith
Ralph Micks
Carrollton
Georgia College of Agriculture
Soute
State agricultural council actions in Georgia and plan to boost food
The Georgia state agricultural council was recognized as the official body coordinating food production and conservation per federal request. Gov. Harris may appoint five to travel to Washington to discuss fertilizer issues while counties organize campaigns and new committees to organize production, conservation, publicity, marketing, and school gardens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Agricultural Council On Food Production and Conservation
Uficial Organization
Georgia
United States
Gov. Harris
Washington
Soule
A. M. Soule
State Agricultural College
Soute
Lois Dowille
Canning Club
State College of Agriculture
Charles B. Lewis
Georal Bankers Association
Army Seeks Ninety Men From Carroll County
The United States army recruiting station in Georgia announces a demand for 9,000 additional volunteers nationwide with 30 needed from each county. Local quotas target 90 men from Polk, Harrison, and Carroll counties, with emphasis on infantry posts and faster promotion for enlistees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cateer
Hi. S. Catron
United States Army
Focil
Georgia
Polk, Harrison and
Carrobe
Infantry
Field Artillery
Cavalry
Coast Artiery
Simonton Laid to Rest Here After Death in Carrollton
Longtime Carrollton merchant Simonton died Tuesday in Atlanta after a brief illness. Funeral services were held from his home on Roile Street led by Reverend John J. Monthh. Survived by his widow Mase Angi¢ Moses Simonton and daughter, with brothers A A Simonton Sr. and another brother, his passing is mourned by Carrollton Presbyte rian church members and local residents.
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Bia
Rolie Street
John J
Simonton
Auanto
Stanton
Carrajlton
Taying
Shounton
Mase
Moses Simonton
Eimam Fitts
Baying
A. A. Simonton
Currelifon
Aid Alottier
Carrollton Presbyteria
Carrollton
PPA
Buick valve in head motor promotes mileage and reliability
A Buick dealer speaks on the Buick four valve-in-head motor highlighting efficiency, durability, and economy. He argues buyers should compare old and new cars at dealers to obtain fair values, noting Buick’s design advantages and long-wearing finishes for rugged service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Johnsson
Buick
Buss
Anyhouy
Witteh
Dinek
Bhick
Crop Acreage For One-Horse Farm
From Dr. A M Soule this guide lists recommended 1917 plantings for a south farm using one horse. It details grain crops hay crops root crops and cover crops totaling twenty six cultivated acres along with livestock to sustain a household.
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A. M. Soule
Neath of Mrs Rodert Chambers
Mrs Hociuda Chanders wife of Dr Chanthers died after long illness at home on Thursday 190 fist. She was beloved by husband and children and family and friends recall her as a good neighbor and affectionate parent. Funeral services were held Friday at Whooning Creek church with mourners consoling the bereaved husband and kin.
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Hociuda Chanders
Chanthers
Giles
Whooning Creek
W. Root
M. F. Fambro
Corrollton
North Giff Street
W. T. Tamby
Committee on Production and Education for Food Survey
A plan proposes a production committee to travel with county agents to educate residents about crop growth and food supplies, and an education committee to hold monthly meetings. The extension department would issue monthly pamphlets on planting, pest control, preserving surplus foods, and conservation for future needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purdue
Extension Department
Georgia State College of Agriculture
Automobile Tires from Folds Offer Wholesale Savings
W L Folds on the Square advertises about $6,000 worth of automobile tires bought at old price now available at wholesale.
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W. L. Folds
Notice to Tax Payers Carroll County Extends Tax Returns
Carroll County tax returns were originally due February March and April but are extended to May 1 to aid those not yet filing. Defaulters face double tax. WM Chambers Tax Receiver notes extension. rental listing for a small store or restaurant appears from Fletcher's tent market area in Alabama.
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Carroll County
Board of Tax Equalizers
Chambers
Fletcher’s Tent Market
Alabama
House on Newnan Street Fire Alerts Residents
A Tuesday night blaze on Newnan Street engulfed a house owned by Mr. S Maxwell and occupied by carpenter Mr. Martin on Chestnut Hill. Firefighters arrived as the roof threatened collapse and Martin woke his children escaping with few valuables including a pocketed sum. Martin sought insurance for his losses.
Citizens meeting in Corral to curb food shortage
A public gathering of Corral County residents, including men and women, convenes at the courthouse in Carevellion at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday April 28 1917 to discuss methods to meet the threatened food shortage. Delegates report on state wide meeting insights and plan heart to heart talks with farmers preachers and local leaders.
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Corralind
Carevellion
Hue
Hell
Macon
Delegnins
Theo
Georginns
T. Jackson
Old Time Revival At Tabernacle Baptist
Arrangements are made for a series of meetings at Tabernacle Baptist Church starting Sunday June 10th. The revivalist returns to lead the city in a renewed effort for the cause of Christ and asks for prayers and cooperation from Carrollton Christians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tabernacle Baptist
Ulekening
Carrollton
Christ
Heaton Brothers to Quit Mercantile Business
An advertisement announces Heaton Brothers will close their Carrollton mercantile store in 15 days, offering stock at deep discounts to the public. The firm plans to pursue other enterprises and emphasizes rapid liquidation to near-thirty pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heaton Brothers
Heaton Bros
East
Lang
Carrollton
Ky, My
Fragmentary Survey Note Leaves Puzzling Read
A garbled OCR snippet mentions a Columbus survey with corrupt terms and unclear dates. The readable bits refer to respondents or participants and a request to apply or participate, but specifics are unusable.
Memorial Exercises Honor Confederate Veterans at City Hall
The Annie Wheeler Chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy hosted annual memorial exercises at City Hall to honor Confederate veterans. Hugh L. Cobb of Atlanta delivered the keynote address, praised as eloquent, with Hon. W. Millican introducing him. The event included a large turnout of veterans, daughters, and school children, a cemetery grave decoration, and a afterward dinner for veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Wheeler
C. D.C
Hugh L. Cobb
Atlanta
Garrellton
W.‘d Millican
Z. J. Thomasson
Cobb
Confederacy
Veterans Adopt Resolutions Offering Services to Nation
The Camyp McDaniell-Curtig veterans at their annual reunion issue resolutions acknowledging the country’s peril and pledging services to President Wilson in any capacity. They praise “the old heroes of the sixties” and thank the Daughters of the Confederacy and the Hontta theatre for support and a wartime film.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camyp McDaniell-Curtig
Wilson
Hwrova
Iso
Daughters of the Confederacy
Hontta
Feed Mill Brings New grinding Job and Velvet Beans for Sale
The Mandeville Mills announces a feed mill to be installed at the oil mill for fair trade. It can grind dry materials including corn and stalks and will add to its value with toluases. Velvet beans are offered for planting at $2.00 per bushel to help farmers feed the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll
Mandeville Mills
P. F. Smith To Close Out Heaton Brothers Stock
Mr. P. F. Smith, known for successful sales on Carrellion Infant years, now handles the Heaton Bros stock and will clear it out immediately. The sale promises prices as advertised, with shoppers able to save a lot by patronizing his big event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. F. Smith
Carrellion
Heaton Bros
Second Hand Harness and Surreys for Sale
I have harnesses for sale including single and double sets priced from 5 to 10 dollars. A rubber-tired surrey for one horse and another priced around 10 dollars. Also two well kept work horses and a second hand Ford car in good condition. Located at my livery stable on Alabama street, T C Bledsoe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Surrey
Alabama Street
T. C
West Point High School defeats A. & M. 11 to 10 at Depot Street Park
The West Point High School baseball team beat A. & M. by 11 to 10 at Depot Street Park today. A large crowd watched a well played game with lively action throughout.
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West Point High School
Depot Street Park
Bargains For Sale Quick Offers On Horse and Shingle Items
Bargains offered by L. Folds including 40 000 heart shingles at four dollars per thousand and 40 000 sap shingles at two ten per thousand. A nearly new 7G model Overland at five hundred dollars. Head of aoles and horses being closed out at year of price. One Hornesville top buggy and net of harness nearly new at a bargain.
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Hornesville
L. Folds
Farmers hear warning on drought era crop loans
Farmers urged to listen as lenders flag upcoming crop loan options. Officials caution that delaying may lead to lost opportunities and higher costs if markets shift. Payments and eligibility details expected from lenders in the coming weeks.
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Dr. Seale
Ar Ee
Orient
Calla
Yielf
Soule Aaid
Dane
Food Council
State College of Agrculture
State of Georgia
Unite States Department of Agriculture
Iho
ARMY
Haralson
POLK
Fon Citizen
Livia
Newnan Street
MAS
We PD
Wilatley
W. W. Baskin
Javblelty Conmiittee
Dr. Styles
Civic Chih
Ad. W. Mellon
A. & M. School
Smith
Marguerite Clark
The
Bonita
Jarralltes
Repprville Road
O. S. Parker
College Street
Columbus
Parinape
City Hall
Atlante
Old Camp Ground Church
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