Liquor Foes Confront Prohibition Amid Court Rulings
Prohibition advocates celebrate but face unlikely two thirds Senate support this session. Supreme Court decisions on Webb Kenyon and West Virginia cases loom larger than Washington dry prospects, reshaping federal influence on liquor. State enforcement and interstate shipments draw heavy scrutiny as Georgia’s two quart rule nears legal application.
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West Virginia
Last Bulwark Crumbles Over Whisky Interstate Rule
The commerce clause shield for whisky shipments faces collapse as the Supreme Court signals a shift away from protecting interstate alcohol commerce. Distillers had relied on older precedents, but new rulings threaten to allow states to curb or control whisky movement across borders. The decision could redefine national liquor regulation and state enforcement powers.
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ADVANTAGES OF GOOD ROADS AND BIBB COUNTY FUNDING
A discussion argues that good roads reduce long term costs and highlight maintenance as the major expense. It proposes Bibb County invest millions in trunk lines of concrete or brick, asserting gains from better roads would raise property values and benefit all residents.
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Bibb County
County leaders push Bibb for permanent road system
The Telegraph backs the Bibb County commission in backing a statewide plan for permanent roads. The Mohroe county survey funding shows foresight and the need for ongoing road development across Bibb county. The quoted cost is minimal compared to the anticipated benefits.
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Georgia Pecan Industry Gains Federal Attention
The Georgia pecan industry draws notice from the Federal Department of Agriculture as experts hail pecans as high in protein fat and fuel value. Ten acres can support average families, with Georgia groves growing to thousands of acres and valued in the millions, signaling a major economic potential.
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Bankhead Highway Meeting Plans In Atlanta February 10
Georgia Bankhead Highway Association members in Cobb Carroll Harrison and Douglas counties will meet in Atlanta on February 10 to lay plans for rallying support and organizing counties along the route. Delegates from counties between Atlanta and South Carolina will confer February 1 to map extensions toward Washington. Plowman and Hountree will attend and Senator Bankhead may speak.
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Douglas
Georgia
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Patina
Atlanta
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North Carolina
Virginia
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Washington
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Talladega
J. A. Hountree
Birmingham
Bankhead Highway Association
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Foremost State in South backs woman suffrage move
Tl may be the first Southern State to follow the National Democratic party in submitting the question of woman suffrage. The House votes for city officers and at presidential elections. the Senate must now consider the matter.
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Tennessee
Money to lend in Carroll county real estate ad
Money to lend an improved Carroll county real estate. See me. J. D. Newell. Wife I don't understand how you men can spend whole evenings at the club. Then you talk an awful lot about something you don't understand. Boston Transcript.
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J. D. Newell
Half Your Living Without Money Cost Ad From 1917 Seed Book
A 1917 Hastings seed book ad urges farmers in the South to boost home food production to offset rising costs and uncertain cotton prices. It promotes planting a year round garden and fields, claiming garden profits can exceed cotton yield. Free booklet available from Hastings Co., Atlanta, GA.
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Dr Hardman Cultivates Large Persimmon Orchard
Dr L G Hardman of this place advocates Georgia persimmon cultivation. He clears land, leaves every persimmon sprout, and plans a thousand tree orchard near the city limits. He discusses sugar, alcohol, tannic acid, wood value, and stock feed, urging farmers to plant persimmons for food, barter, and potential fuel use.
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Carroll County Girls Canning Club noted for state leadership
In Georgia the Girls Canning Club Work has grown to about fifty women across counties. County Demonstration Agent Mary Fresswell coined Home Economics in the Smith Lever law. Clubs teach gardening and cooking to boost home economy, reduce reliance on inferior canned goods, and keep dollars in state. Large scholarships attend Athens summer courses. Carroll County urged to lead at the State Hall this fall.
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Georgia
Mary F. Cresswell
Smith-Lever
Athens
Carroll County
State Hall
V. D. Whatley
Local Movers and Trade Changes Highlight Bowdon Bulletin
M Johnson sold his store and farm near town for stock in Atlanta and spent the weekend with family in Bowdon. Joly Ragsdale and family moved from Abanda to Bowdon, occupying the Carrollton street house vacated by Frank Tarpley. Noy Yeertes and Louvorn Morris left for Akron Ohio to join Miller Rubber Co, with letters home showing satisfaction.
Ford Touring Cars for Sale in 1914 Ad
In need of wheels for travel and work two extra good 1914 five passenger Ford touring cars with new tires offered. Also one good Rabby Max well piece available. Contact N. Pritchett at 255 for details or to view.
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