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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1920
Page
2
A community farmer disputes the view of farmers as carefree, detailing a day starting before sunrise. He endures chores from feeding hogs to milking calves, fencing, mule kicks, and tax worries, finding little time to enjoy leisure. A second farmer praises wealth, stock, and prosperity, while another notes tucking away wartime dollars in the bank. The piece concludes that farmers feed everyone, so why not be happy.
Daily papers forecast two to three months of upheaval in industry as readjustment proceeds. Factories will trim price lists and standards, some layoffs will occur, and wages may drop to old levels. Most workers accept lower pay, reducing risk of a broad crisis. Those with steady work should stay on the job. outcome depends on workers’ cooperation.
It is said that President-elect Harding believes in safety first as he wears both a belt and suspenders, illustrating caution in public persona and approach.
Attorney General Palmer notes he has pursued 181 profiteers so far, asserting the pace would require about four millennia to complete the work at the current rate.
The Barrow County Times argues the Democratic Party survived past defeats and will rebound after a Republican landslide. It contends the party remains the representative of the people, predicting renewed vitality and future victories despite recent setbacks.
Beef is down one dollar per hundred on the hoof yet few retail dealers sell the live cattle. The text notes a gap between cattle price drops and direct market sales to consumers, reflecting slower transmission of herd price changes to retail beef availability.
In remarks about recognizing Mexico, observers warn that some may press Obregon to salute the flag, signaling political sensitivities as the issue nears action.
A discussion on predicting winter weather contrasts almanac and folklore methods with the U S Weather Bureau view that long-range forecasts are unreliable. Despite differing predictions some urge preparation for a severe winter, noting coal and wood will store and fuel costs may not drop.
A Baltimore Sun poem contrasts clean deeds with cruel paths, praising true hearts and noble actions. It likens good deeds to roses and bright summer air, while bad times bring thistles. The piece underscores enduring beauty and joy from virtue.
L H Griffin Auto Co announces all items including oil gas parts and accessories tires tubes and all repair work move to cash basis effective today. No tickets or charges any longer. They seek continued patronage and pledge to maintain past service quality.
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