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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1923
Page
4
Notice states second class matter designation for Jackson Georgia post office. Cards of thanks are charged 50 cents minimum for up to 50 words and 1 cent per word thereafter with cash required with copy.
A rural verse extols the cow the sow and the hen as dependable farm helpers. It praises the sow for feeding scraps lowering costs and paying for household needs while the hen provides eggs and income. The farmer's wife bars slops sloppily tending and selling produce to support the farm in Okemah Oklahoma.
The text urges trained leadership for farming and business, criticizes Georgia and Southern political neglect of education, and warns against rising anarchy. It notes Dr. A. M. Soule’s claim of two hundred million dollars invested in automobiles and calls for stronger farming leadership amidst legislative inaction.
The passage argues Georgia should become a major live stock state rather than a cotton powerhouse. It cites soil climate and natural resources as favorable, urging less reliance on cotton and more faith in live stock to drive statewide prosperity.
Moultie Observer says editors should cut free hospitality from politicians and firms and insist on paid travel and lodging. It urges separation from propaganda tied to conventions and demands floor discipline, stronger program quality, and bottom up housecleaning within press associations.
A Georgia editorial clash warns against a protective wall while urging local self sufficiency. It argues state farms could replace imports, highlighting diversification in crops and livestock and noting efforts by the State College of Agriculture and civic groups to push Georgia toward independence. Georgia may soon reach near self sufficiency with continued farming development.
The author argues for consolidation to guarantee equal educational facilities for all Wilkes County children. Citing outdated one or two room schools and short terms, the piece warns counties clinging to old systems will fall behind those adopting a modern, equitable program.
The Washington News-Reporter notes that the state is moving to consolidate its schools, with leading efforts across multiple lines of endeavor and channels. The article highlights progress in unifying districts and improving administrative efficiency.
The Jackson Herald notes that the South produced about 56 percent of world cotton in 1922 and 53 percent in 1921 while the United States as a whole accounted for roughly 50 percent in 1915 and 1916. In 1921 world production was 14.741 million bales with the U.S. at 7.954 million. Other major producers included India 3.36 million Egypt 0.837 million China 1.175 million Brazil 0.612 million and all others 0.803 million.
A Tallahatchie farmer explains a practical approach to surviving boll weevil damage. He uses a cream separator, steam pressure canner and sealer to produce butter and milk, and to can fruits, vegetables, and meats. He notes improved eggs from fed skim milk and clabber, asserting the boll weevil stops when crops are treated this way.
Prof J J Hooper from the Kentucky College of Agriculture notes small farmers with few cows are shaping Jersey dairy progress. He cites three of the four leading Jerseys as owned by practical dairymen and urges Georgia cooperation with the college to boost state agriculture. The piece links farm crowding to eventual price rises and a brighter US farming day.
Advocates highlight Georgia's natural advantages for livestock and diversified farming. Critics say focusing on corn and cotton wastes profitable potential and call for spread of diversified practices to many regions.
The article lauds Turner county for exposing its progress while praising Butts county for diverse farming programs. It highlights dairy farming, poultry and hog raising, peanuts, peaches, truck crops, peppers, and vegetables as drivers of better conditions, arguing the era of sole reliance on cotton and corn is ending. It urges farmers to travel nearby areas to gain perspective and optimism.
A Burlington Hawkeye readable excerpt recalls a tramp's lament about being born in a city attic while his parents enjoy the seaside. The speaker describes neglect from the start and appeals for kindness, including an offer of tea and toast from a kind woman.
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