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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1918
Page
4
The article urges Americans to eat potatoes to conserve wheat for Allies. It notes a 90,000,000 bushel potato excess and argues potatoes, native to America, can largely substitute wheat in diet and aid victory. It explains Germany relies on potatoes and traces the crop to early introductions by English and Spanish.
The U S Food Administration announces new maximum price margins for wheat by products. Margins show general reductions with bran at 38 percent of wheat cost per ton. Flour middlings priced $9 below bran previously are now $2 differential. Red dog and mixed wheat feed margins reduced, with all by products capped at $2 over bran. Retail buyers should consider freight and sacks. jobbing and retail profits are capped.
A speaker argues extortionate profits are unnecessary to drive maximum wartime effort. He contends adopting that theory would confirm accusations that the American people are materialistic avaricious and venal. The remark frames economic motive as antithetical to united national sacrifice.
Herbert Hoover, United States Food Administrator, warns that limited wheat consumption is essential. He cites an estimated fifty six million bushels available until the new harvest, with thirty million exported, leaving about twenty six million for two months at home. Normal consumption exceeds forty million monthly. The harvest timeline extends to August or September, earlier in the deep south.
In a Washington conference officials urged establishing a nationwide food reserve to stabilize markets and ensure steady supply if the harvest is plentiful. The British Ministry of Food has suggested a similar plan for Great Britain. The proposal frames a reservoir as a safeguard against disruptions from submarine activity.
Food administrator enforces certificate requirement for sugar purchases by manufacturers and soft drink makers and dealers. Those who bypass or overlook the order face penalties. In the past week nearly a hundred fountain men were subjected to enforcement actions.
Federal food administrator Dr. A. M. Soule issues an order prohibiting cracked, crushed or shaved ice in all soda fountain drinks and in table water services at hotels clubs and public eating places to conserve ice for peach preservation amid rising demand and no new ice plants.
Organizations nationwide pledge cooperation with the Food Administration to boost war efficiency. The Northwest Tractor Trade Association in Minneapolis on May 27 vows to supply implements and machinery to raise crop production. Other supporters include the Retail Merchants Association of South Dakota, Marian Club Michigan, National Livestock Exchange Chicago, Evangelical Lutheran Church Peace Michigan, Grand River Masonic Lodge Iowa, Masons Atlanta Louisiana, Illinois Grain Dealers Association, Holt Presbyterian Sunday School Michigan, Josephine County Oregon residents, and Ferndale Washington Methodist Ladies Society.
Rouse City Texas woman Mary Killman credit Cardus with ending years of side pain and three months in bed after childbirth. She reports rapid relief after starting the tonic and urges others with headaches back pain or monthly discomfort to try Cardus.
A dental or medical ad assures patients that when illness sends them to bed the doctor will prescribe accurately with pure drugs. The message promises faithful filling of prescriptions and correct medicines.
In the middle ages castles and monasteries sheltered travelers with their arms hung prominently for identification. After feudal powers waned and monasteries fell, inns became the remaining refuge and adopted signs to guide wanderers.
Stormington Barnes voices doubt about having seen Hamlet truly played while noting another actor has performed the part. He adds that watching oneself act would be impossible.
The Mountain Inn announces opening for transient guests and travelers. Craig R. Arnold, proprietor, promotes electric lights running water 80 acre park with shade and cool air, claiming it as the finest resort in North Georgia.
Hugh M. Dorsey governor successor to John M. Slayton v A H Fowle principal and John D Dickson security Forfeiture of recognizance in Lumpkin County Georgia To A H Fowle principal and John D Dickson security bond for appearance in indictment for cheating and swindling forfeited facias issued be and appear at next term of Lumpkin Superior Court on the third Monday in October to show cause why final judgment should not be entered for the amount with interest and costs Witness Judge J B Jones April 23 1918 Clerk T F Cheistran Superior Court Lumpkin County
A local coffin dealer advertises a wide range of burial goods from low to high priced caskets with copper linings north of Atlanta promising Atlanta prices. The seller touts top quality and neatness and invites customers to inspect the stock in person.
City government slate includes Mayor Marshal R H W Baker W Davis and Aldermen G W Camp J F Pruett A B Keith T F Jackson H B Gurley. Trustees City School H Hyers chairman and secretary treasurer G Walden John H Moore B F Anderson. County officers Representative Craig R Arnold Ordingry Ida W LB Townsend Clerk Superior Court T F Christian. Ware’s Gurl R J M Davis Tax Collector O C Porter Tax Receiver Alfred Grizzle Dr H Head Coroner Surveyor Tax Assessors.
Advertisement for Pure Herb Tablets from Ashland Ohio claims a natural cure for digestion kidneys liver bowels and blood purification. It promises immediate improvement with three months treatment in a box and a one dollar price plus a money back guarantee. Agent listed as W B Townsend in Dahlonega Georgia.
The notice highlights total annual expenses from 125 to 175 dollars covering board lodging books fuel lights and uniform. It praises a magnificent climate mountain location freedom from city distractions obedience order regularity and self-dependence taught to every student. It asserts a finest military department and cadet band in Georgia under U S Army officers with thorough instruction in A B and B eight courses plus agriculture mining engineering commercial science and more. Cadets live in dormitories under officer supervision. For information contact Dr. G R Glenn president.
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