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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1911
Page
2
By a large majority the citizens of Coffee county Alabama endorsed a $100,000 bond issue for road construction on Thursday September 28. The vote tally surpassed six hundred in support, signaling broad approval for transportation improvements.
The report notes the largest apple crop in years is being harvested and apples may be bought for as little as $1 per barrel. It also mentions Democratic central nominees narrowing to Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey versus Judson Harmon of Ohio.
Reports from the station fish ing district in the Northwest say the salmon is more plenitiful now than for years past and more of that fish is being packed than the people know what to do with. The national committee of the progressive Republican league predicts 328 Democrats and 203 Republicans in the next Electoral College if Taft is renominated. Campaign plans for holding the cotton crop at 15 cents or better begin in Georgia next week with a touring group of agricultural leaders officials and experts sending farm literature.
The Florida is set for commission at the Brooklyn navy yard where she was built. Keel laid in 190%, displacement 21 825 tons, speed 21 knots, horsepower 28 000, cost 6 000 000 dollars. Crew will total 60 officers and 954 men.
Reciprocity with Canada failed at the polls last Thursday surprising Americans and disappointing many. The article blames Canadian demagogues and selfish partisans for swaying voters away from the agreement and its hoped benefits.
A Florida note suggests paper could be made from ground sugar cane, opening opportunity for Florida residents to become papermakers. The Chipley Gin Co suffered a near accident when a boiler ran dry, causing crown damage but repair completed by Saturday. A banner reader from Washington county mentions four neighbors planning to move to Florida in November to select homes nearby Chipley.
A buggy with Mr. A. P. Edgerton was thrown after his horse bolted at the Chipley gin whistle Saturday morning. The wagon wrecked and the horse bruised. Edgerton escaped with no serious injuries.
The Panama City Pilot voices dissatisfaction with the road plans in the County Commissioners resolution ordering the bond election. The paper and others argue the southern bay area of the county does not receive a fair share.
The U.S. Land Office mailed a Department of the Interior ruling to Florida circuit court clerks and U S commissioners. It ends constructive residence and requires five years of actual residence before patent can be granted.
In a Sept 16 1911 Mississippi letter Editor Banner a reader laments the death of his uncle Crayton Tiller. He recalls old ties to Washington County and wishes for future reunion while renewing his Banner subscription.
A veterinary surgeon announces service at Chiptey near Sun and 4th of October. He urges owners with lame or sick stock to prepare animals for treatment and mentions diplomas and credentials.
Dr. T. L. Bennett an osteopath from Pensacola will visit Chipley every Sunday starting September 24. His office will be at the Chipley Hotel.
Advertisement lists about 60 stands of Italian bees in patent hives offered cheap for cash or for trade for cows, heifers, or native cattle. Contact C. E. Peas in Chipley Florida.
Classified note offers 40 acres three miles from Versoo for sale. Reasonable terms. Good opportunity to get a home. Apply at Banner office.
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