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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1917
Page
4
The article notes rumors among Koreans that the drought is caused by German influence as revenge for Japan's wartime role. Farmers fear famine despite recent heavy rains, and such stories persist among rural communities during the dry spell.
A brief back and forth contrasts human bias with self image in a quip about rules. The exchange mentions table golf using dried peas and salt spoons on an 18 hole course of Swiss cheese as a playful joke.
A Chicago physician reports that girls begin to talk earlier than boys and adds that they tend to have the last word, reflecting a Houston Post viewpoint.
A collector confronts Mr Bilden over a promised payment for arriving today. Bilden responds that even the best people sometimes say things they regret, implying the deal was not honored. The exchange highlights a casual, uneasy negotiation between creditor and debtor.
The United States has filed a petition in the U S District Court Northern District of Georgia to condemn 1522 91 acres of land located in Union Lumpkin and related lots in Dist 6 10 11 Sec 1 and 11 Sec 1 State of Georgia. Names of owners include BE M Burnett Thomas A Cox H G Cole Estate EL Garrett M W Gad dis Matison Gooch George Hope and others. Hearing set in Atlanta on October 28. Claimants may object or present rights values. Clerk LIT Fuller issues notice September 21.
An automobile firm warns buyers to arrange winter delivery of Ford cars amid dwindling estimates and tight supply. The message cites last year’s 149 sales, this year’s 182 estimate, and already delivered 20 on the new estimate, with multiple county agents named including Humphrins Motor Company and Forsyth & Dawson Counties.
The article describes an ancient weapon used by Julius Caesar in the Gallic wars. A soft iron tip pierced shields but caused the shaft to snag on shield backs, hindering barbarians and forcing them to abandon shields or halt, a precursor to modern dum dum bullets.
The article notes St Lucia clings to French language and culture despite British rule. It argues France’s colonial heritage persists worldwide with strong language and sympathies beyond flag changes. It contrasts British and American colonial administration as more efficient. It cites several West Indies examples.
The terms initiative and referendum relate to proposed changes in popular government. Initiative lets a percentage of voters originate laws the legislature must pass or submit to a public vote. Referendum delays laws until approved by the people. Recall allows voters to end an elective officer's term early. These concepts appear in several states.
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