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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1911
Page
2
Mark Twain manuscript reportedly criticising Mr. Roosevelt was withdrawn from sale. The Wisconsin legislature endorsed a new income tax, signaling tax policy support.
The West Virginia legislature passed a bill to submit statewide prohibition to a public vote. The measure asks voters to decide whether to enact or uphold prohibition across the state, signaling a major policy shift pending citizen approval.
Congressman Macon of Arkansas blasted Peary in the House last week calling him a colossal faker in a heated address. The remarks followed questions about Peary’s Arctic claims and discovery status.
The article notes a bipartisan old guard within the United States Senate, spanning both Democratic and Republican factions, signaling entrenched influence across party lines.
The Advertiser reports the Alabama legislature passed a local option law with at least 80 percent of counties expected to remain dry under the provisions.
Congress allocates one million dollars to extend investigations into draining thousands of acres considered valueless. The move aims to unlock agricultural potential and stabilize local economies through environmental works and related studies.
President Taft summoned Republican leaders to the White House last week and warned he would call an extra session of Congress if Canadian reciprocity is not enacted.
The House Democrats support Taft's reciprocity plan calling it wiser than inaction. Senator Culberson notes its rates are lower than the Aldrich bill, a notable advantage worth securing despite imperfections.
Postmaster General Hitchcock praises the first month of postal savings banks in each state and urges Congress to appropriate one million dollars for nationwide expansion of the postal savings bank system.
Governor Gilchrist on Saturday appointed Nathan P Bryan as a senior member of the United States Congress from Florida. His term begins March 4, 1911, to fill the vacancy caused by Senator James P Taliaferro's term ending, lasting until the next session of the Florida legislature.
Rev W D Owens and W N Everitt were business callers Monday. John Scott of White Oak visited Vernon Tuesday. County Commissioner S L Davis transacted business Tuesday. Rev M E Grant filled his regular semi monthly appointment Sunday. W B Jones visited Monday and planted an acre of corn on the 14th. Miss Jone Tiller visited her sister Mrs Tiny Yates north of Vernon last week. Mill Company advances on a large new commissary, set for completion this week. At the home of the bride's father Sunday the 19th James Robertson wed Rubin Barfield with N P W L Tiller officiating. Best wishes for a long prosperous life.
Cary Brock and Miss Ida Nek Nelson visited Alford Sunday with a good Sunday school turnout. A crowd of boys called on Miss Nelson Saturday evening. Henry Brock attended the party hosted by Mr and Mrs Kirklin near Orange Hill Friday night.
O B Hinson argues for solving the Washington county road issue in the coming legislature. He favors convict labor on roads and a $3 annual tax on all road subjects with receipts issued by district collectors. He proposes age 21 to 45 for road duty and insists on proper expenditure to finish roads.
Local ads promote The Tourists Photo Tent offering enlargements in Chipley Florida and B Blake & Co selling new spring dresses with right prices. A humorous note hints residents may enjoy cooler weather to finish hog slaughter already underway.
Mapleneck MAPLEINE advertised to simplify maple syrup production with little cost. A note asks why a Boy's Corn Club Contest Club cannot be formed in Washington county. Banner backs a $5 subscription toward premium funds. Duno Coleman Co. claims to offer top hardware quality at fair prices and urges customers to visit.
Columbia county launches a School Boy’s Corn Club contest to see who can raise the most corn per acre at least cost with several prizes for winners. A thief tried Campbell and Dekle Co last Thursday night but fled after being spotted by Hoyt Fryer who heard a window break in the rear. If a coffin is needed contact Dian Coleman Co. Another car load of Page steel wire fencing arrives from Dann Coleman Co.
Notice of election and meeting of the Board of Public Instruction to be held at Bela on February. Qualified voters within the bounds may participate. The notice calls for appointment and right to vote, with details unreadable in fragments.
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