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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1922
Page
4
In a playful exchange, slim Helen explains how she uses sharp elbows as a defense against crowded subway seating. Mabel notes her envy of Helen's fashion and curves while Helen laments thin people suffer on packed trains and reveals how elbows force plump passengers to share only their own half of a seat.
A Franklin boy earns his first paper route for the News and faces a family picnic. He radios his motto Business first and sets out to collect from subscribers, showing responsibility beyond age.
A fourth grader recalls a boy who courted her brother and announced he would bring her out. He shot a gun to reveal his plan, but the target was her mother, ending the boy's attempt and the romance before it began.
The author reflects on travel across the continent noting Indiana friendships and the West’s open hospitality. He contrasts regional traits while praising church and school roles in communal life, suggesting the Far West keeps and refines American virtues amid changing influences. The piece contrasts older prejudices with evolving Western social life and religion.
Two baby ostriches were shipped alive by parcel post from Florida to Washington, a remarkable long-distance delivery in the continental United States. The ostrich chicks were about the size of full grown Leghorn hens. Washington state reports over 21 million dollars from the sale of land and timber on original federal grants.
Daily devotional items present a week of verses and themes. Each day offers a Bible citation and short exhortation focusing on trust, righteousness, worship, sowing and reaping, praise, and guarding the tongue.
Lumpkin County Bank reports to the Superintendent of Banks financials for close of business Sept 25 1922. Figures show time loans 80577.78, demand loans 10010.70, real estate 6658.75, furniture 2404.00, cash in vault and due from banks 150.00, deposits guarantee fund 8247.70, other real estate owned 1790.00, reserved 15082.20, total 119926.17. J S Speer cashier swears the statement true and accurate.
The Bank of Dahlonega presents its September 25 1922 financial statement. Assets include demand loans 60005 2 50000 in real estate secured loans and United States bonds 0 06, cash in vault 16017 73, and other real estate holdings 860 51. Liabilities show capital stock 15000, surplus 1805 68 undivided profits 509 03, deposits subject to check 22891 20 time certificates 33162, cashier's checks 52 44. Sworn by T F Jackson cashier October 2 1922.
Commissioners Meaders Ash and Moore announce 1922 Lumpkin County tax rates: 10 mills for county purposes plus 1 percent levy, plus existing state and educational taxes. Road, general, bond indebtedness, paupers, and jail funds included. Dahlonega city residents face $1.50 per $100, other areas $1.60. Tax collector ordered to levy.
The local Lyceum committee reveals a strong season with Redpath Bureau numbers. Notable acts include V. S. Watkins renowned for vivid storytelling and Mr. Watkins’ six season run with Bought and Paid For and The Fortune Hunter. Laura Verne leads the Laura Werno Ladies Quartet with episodes recalling Colonial and Civil War eras.
Annie Lange of Burlington Texas describes a nervous breakdown and weakness receding after seven bottles of Cardui. She notes marked strength return enabling full housework and extensive work. The advertisement urges other women to try Cardui, claiming it has helped thousands over 40 years.
The proclamation from Governor Thomas W Hardwick submits a proposed constitutional amendment to raise the Richmond County Superior Court judge’s salary to seven thousand dollars per year by county funds, to be ratified or rejected at the November 7, 1922 general election. The amendment would add a county supplement to the state salary and take effect upon ratification.
Mortgage foreclosure filed by Mrs. M. R. Wikle against D. L. Pitner in Superior Court Lumpkin County for land parcels including 1015 1073 1074 1075 1087 and part of 1076 plus an undivided half interest in Rob ertstown lots to secure a note of 372.00 dated January 26 1918 with 8 percent interest due. Default alleged with minimal details of payment and court order demanding payment by next term or foreclosure and redemption denied.
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