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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1907
Page
2
The Georgia paper laments saloon removal in 127 counties and notes Filipino-bound troops, drowning at Mineral Bluff, and a deadly Bradyville Kentucky cloudburst. It condemns Atlanta crime, cites Jap-US tensions, details Ducktown copper plant work, railroad rate woes, and vast government archives in Washington.
Mining notes report a surge in Georgia gold activity with about 500 miners in Lumpkin County. The Etowah canal nears completion aiding six to seven mines, notably Liberty Bell Gold Mining Co, while large projects at Betz, Briar Patch, Calhoun, Battle Branch, and Findley advance. A Canadian syndicate bought Loud mine for 175000 as western investors arrive. Georgia’s Jamestown Exposition showing and local price shifts in textiles are also noted.
A local note recalls a seed corn seeker named Jay Dots passing through the area. James Lingerfelt mourns a cow killed by a fallen tree while Matt Lingerfelt awakens to a hen on the roof after egg laying. A stock law tale warns of farmers tying cattle to grass. Baptists in Atlanta muzzle the press over ministerial conduct in local debate.
A Dahlonega store lists coffee and grind it free with varied prices from 15 to 85 cents per pound and 3 pounds for $1.00. Pure wheat flour 65 to 90 cents for a 24 pound sack. Canned corn 10 and 12 cents, three pound tomatoes 2 for 25 cents, tomato catsup and other staples. The store aims for honest living and invites trade, with friendly reception. B. R. Mraprns & Sons.
The author discusses public access to an electric plant, noting the office location and the process for complaints. He urges careful staff selection, polite handling of issues, and steady maintenance of the dynamo to please the public, while promising swift action when problems arise. Respectfully, ius Bren.
Manson Millier of Dahlonega Georgia advertises quick cash offers for homes or businesses anywhere. He claims hundreds of buyers and 1500 agents ready to meet sellers, requesting description and price. February 1 1907.
Levy of all land and mineral interests in Lumpkin County blocks 117 124 128 125 and several mining rights in districts 16 and 15 plus a water ditch right of way. Sale set for the first Tuesday in July 1907 at Dahlonega Court House to satisfy a Lumpkin County Superior Court execution against Craig Kk. Arnold. Written notice dated June 8 1907.
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