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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1913
Page
2
The article argues a 15 million bale cotton harvest is likely despite drought fears. It notes a two week delay but potential gains from favorable rains, cleaner fields, and consistent moisture. Last three years yielded 14 to 16 million bales, totaling 45 million. price outlook remains around eleven cents per pound to producers, keeping revenue high even with large yields.
Salem News reports progress at the local school under Prof Glenn Threadgill and mentions visits by W A Nixon and family and other locals. Rev D F Stamps heads to Dublin for a revival while many attend the Bethel Farmers Institute and enjoy a cool time at Fitts Drug Store.
The piece argues that the South must ensure the next generation has equal life chances, praising past recovery from war and Reconstruction. It notes higher illiteracy and poorer schools but calls for comprehensive education so every child in the South can receive a strong education and good opportunities.
A crowd enjoyed an ice cream supper at Mr Jasper Bonners home in Antioch. Various residents including Tom Wright of New Hope and Emory Roberts visited family homes this weekend. Local visitors from Roopville Bowdon and Tyus shared time with Yates and Wright families as Fannie Sewell began teaching near Hulett. A lengthy civic reflection urges broader public duty to educate children and strengthen the Souths future.
The Progressive Farmer argues that South Carolina’s future depends on wise schooling and brave actions. Without quality education to match other states, the region risks being ruled by outsiders. The piece urges fully seizing opportunities to offer children a fair chance in life.
The London Tatler notes the once common farthing coin and recalls 14th century duties of bakers and publions to supply bread and beer to the poor by order of the lord mayor. Guildhall provisions required bakers to provide farthings worth of drink, and evaders faced penalties.
A historic note describes a method using a light projection from a fountain to observe clouds height reaching about 10 000 meters. The text also recounts a domestic tale where Mrs Keepup helps another with insomnia by advising rest and sleep, contrasting with a quoted New York Dost anecdote.
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