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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1911
Page
2
The Banner celebrates volume nineteen and its eighteenth year, pledging to continue in the booster column to defend Washington County and Chipley interests. The note emphasizes commitment to local readers without a long speech.
Readers discuss whether Lorimer is truly not guilty as debates continue over the case. The letter reflects doubt about the verdict and public concern over justice.
The report projects an orange harvest totaling about 6 million boxes for the year, indicating strong production prospects for growers and related markets.
A company formed at Palmetto with capital of 25000 aims to produce paper from saw grain. Senator Bailey criticizes the reciprocity bill as neither revenue nor protection, while government attorney fees in trust cases draw scant public complaint. Dr John Elliott warned Federation members that today’s children need discipline.
The article notes disbursements of 110 644 606 52 for pensions to 3 463 soldiers and 2 442 widows, funded by a 4 mill state tax. It compares Florida’s generosity to old Confederate heroes with that of other Southern states, highlighting its relative liberalism.
The Jacksonville Metropolis argues against any pro vision that would let the government control direct Senate elections. Dr Porter states the State Board of Health is ready to vaccinate for typhoid fever, a three shot process used with success in the U S Army, requiring consent for all injections.
A heavy earthquake was felt across California on Sunday with only minor damage. In San Francisco and other affected cities residents were panicked, fearing a repeat of the 1906 disaster.
Republican Senator Gallinger warned in a senate speech that passage of reciprocity could drive many Republicans to join Democrats in weakening the protective tariff by removing its cornerstone.
General Clement A. Evans former commander in chief of the United Confederate Veterans died at his home in Anta Sun ens after a lingering illness of muscular rheumatism.
A government inquiry begins to determine the definition and nature of whiskey as debate over its classification and standards intensifies.
A cotton mill announces a plan to form a combined entity to lower the price of cotton. The note hints at a new summer market threat affecting local suppliers and consumers.
L Jones was in town on Saturday. C A Grubbs and Z C Jones made a business trip to Chipley Friday. Samuel Carter, a prosperous farmer south of town, was there on business Saturday. Banton Griffin and W T Wyatt of Gap Pond traded here Saturday. Commissioner S L Davis of Whiteoak was transacting business and visiting Saturday. George Enzor, a turpentine operator from Sexton, visited town Saturday. Migsula Hightower of No eng Mere James Cox spent the past week here with relatives. J Cox, leading merchant and avid fisherman, spent a day or two here.
The town records several updates: La lama Turner is ill but improving while Robin Noles injures his leg and is under Dr Brunson care. Geo W Watts and crew repaired the Chipley Telephone Co line. Harvest expectations rise after a busy shipment by B C buyers. Miss Esther Miller and Miss Ida Jeffries are hired as teachers for the local school. The community notes Southport writes Bill Fountain and praises Children’s Day efforts led by Prof W T Horse and Curtice L Jones.
Fragmentary text describes a Florida matter with references to sheriff state, charges, and legal steps. Readable items mention locations Toward south Florida and a person named Tom Mo with a civil action context. Details are garbled and partially illegible.
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