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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1918
Page
2
The weekly issue reports on draft developments and supplies, Cotton and seed flour plans, and shipping rate shifts. It notes James Gordon Bennett’s death, German activity in France, and local politics with Col. R. Jackson seeking congress. Georgia farmers may ground home wheat into flour under food administration rules.
In a Washington reply dated April 30 1918 the U S Food Administration says pellagra stems from lack of water soluble vitamins found in green vegetables and milk not corn meal or wheat flour. It urges sufferers to consume greens milk and consult physicians while noting aid for destitute patients.
J L Blakeley says the Post Office plans to establish parcel post motor truck service from Atlanta to Dahlonega with return by May 15. The department requires good highway maintenance by counties along the route to ensure year round operation and asks officials to coordinate road improvements.
Stockholders elected officers after a prosperous year with a little over thirteen percent earnings. Eight percent dividend approved and the rest added to profit and loss. Reelected officers include President Gerry Weaver and Cashier Pow Jackson with a slate of directors and attendees listed.
The writer recalls a Sunday excursion with Dr. Arnold to a Zion No. church event led by Prof. Ballew of Tennessee. Roads were rough from rains and farming work. a four foot snake prompted a quick stop. At Zion Church a large crowd gathered for singing before returning to Dahlonega, noting the Pentecost support and local friendly faces.
A fragment notes that Congressman Schly asked for publication of three coins free of charge, but the editor rejects the offer saying such services are only for the government as they do not provide meals or profit.
A concise note outlines Roman WP beliefs and positions on information ethics. It describes practices obligations and rights as they affect personal relations public questions and citizenship duties. The text emphasizes transparency and responsible information sharing within civic life.
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