Cotton Growing Under Boll Weevil Conditions
Reports gathered by the United States Department of Agriculture for Franklin parish show seed yields per acre from demonstration farms in Mississippi. Despite heavy weevil infestation and persistent rain in mid-summer 1911, well-drained land with properly managed acreage produced fair cotton crops. The letters encourage farmers to view cotton on small plots as profitable even under boll weevil pressure when proper practices are followed.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Farros
Mississippi
H. E. Savely
Laurel Chronicle Reports Local Gas Phenomenon and Civic Outlook
Dr A J Benison returns from Smith County noting unmined mineral wealth and a natural gas flame near J L Ainsworths farm provides intrigue about local geology. Laurel census, Dr J D Staith arrival, and board of grand jury comment on county court impacts foreshadow a year of rapid construction and economic activity.
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A. J. Benison
Laured
Smith County
Benison
Simith Courtly
J. L. Ainsworth
Taylorsville
Georgia State Savings Association Loan Offer Declared
The Georgia State Savings Association states it is prepared to loan $50,000 to the public and expresses confidence in Laurel’s future. R. E. Halsell signs the note, while observers criticize lawmakers for focusing on politics rather than material state interests.
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Georgia Stale Y Savings Association
Laurel
R. E. Halsell
Laurel Property Sale Promises Timely Investment Options
Real estate notice invites buyers to consider Laurel properties with several propositions on offer. The briefing emphasizes timely decisions and guided showings to explore available opportunities. It highlights local market interest and potential value.
Real estate transfers filed in Jones County records
Weekly chancery clerk notices list numerous land transfers in Jones County. A. J. Barkley to D. L. Barkley 40 acres in section 34 for 400 dollars. Schneider Bros acquire a brickmaking plant for 2500. Jesse Sumrail sells Laurel lots for 5400. Williams to Laird lot 28, block E, Jones addition for 500. Valentine to Edwards 100 acres for 500. Sanders to Freeman 2 acres for 3500. Ellis to Mrs Pool 40 acres for 300. Welch to SA Saunders 42 acres. Laurel Guipress sale to New Orleans and Northeastern for 1400. Sullivan to Ferrill Laurel lots for 1806. and other deeds. Public notice includes constable Buchanan to Tate Co. and Parker to Mapp 20 acres for 300. Fresh fish and oysters advertised by Chapman Co.
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Chancery Clerk
Second District
Jones County
A. J. Barkley
D. L. Barkley
Gulf States
Robertson
Century Banking Company
Fertair Land Security
Bond
Oregon
H. Arena
Stanton
Laurel
G. W. Laird
Block E. Jones
S. A. Valentine
C. R. Edwards
T. R. Sanders
W. M. Freeman
Sandersville
T. A. Ellis
M. EB. Pool
W. OS. Welch
Saunders
Thornton
Laurel Guipress and Warehouse Co
New Orleans & Northeastern Railroad
F. W. Sullivan
W. H. Ferrill
Laurel Improvement Company
Laurell
T. Buchanan
Tate Go
W. M. Parker
Joe T
New Industries Apply for Charters Amid State Growth
Jackson notes several new incorporations forming in the state and awaiting governor approval, including Clayton-Wells Furniture Company in Laurel with 30,000 capital, Gulf Cogat Gas Company amendment in Gulfport to 200,000, and multiple others in Macon, Roseville, Drew, Indianapolis, Greenville, Philadelphia, and more. A later item mentions a Methodist ladies lead sale featuring eggs, cedar goods, candies, nuts, pies, and a special Easter display at the Square Deal Livery.
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Jackson
Clayton-Wells Furniture Company
Laurel
Jones County
R. I. Clayton
B Wells
Gulf Cogat Gas Company
Gulfport
Harrison County
Jones Drug Company
Macon
Noxubee County
13. C. Moody
Percy Sales Company
Greenville
Washington County
G. C. Perey
J. J. Henry
Cole Brothers Company
Philadelphia
Neshoba County
Wilbur D. Cole
Cole
Death of Bowen Herrington in Ellisville Yesterday
News from Ellisville reports the death of Bowen Herrington, son of J T Herrington, a longtime local official, and brother-in-law of Lon Goode Montgomery. The Herrington family, early settlers in Jones County, has lived near Ellisville for generations. Herrington had suffered from Bright's disease for years, and his passing was anticipated after a lengthy illness.
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Laur
Bowen Heflisville
J.T. Herrington
Dequity Vireui
Lon Goode Montgomery
Jones
Herringtons
Ellisville
Mrr. Herrington
Bright
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Elmore
Bridges Auto ‘Co
Laurel, Miss
Boston
Magnolia St
Com. Bank & Trust Co
Houn
Galboun
Frankin Parish
Franklin Parish
B. M. Gal
Gainoum
I. M. Galho
United States Diimirkment of Agriculture
H. R. Woaieh
Gilbert
G. Fa
AL. Patterson
T. H. Heard
Gilbert Og
Gunn
Watk
Lee
Ilbert
Magnolia
JW Seynolds
Gillsburg
Tooker Gilbert
Hughes
G. E. Polk
Guy
Montgomery Braxton
Manning
Braxton
Jim Poole
R. Ellerbe
A. C. Jones
Panola
Jos
Vetsch
Necas
B. Anderson
Ralph
Sily
Gregg Taylorsville
Bronco
P.O
King
G. Bride Terye Mason
Mason
B. Edwin
Terry
Oss
J. Sishunk
Thompson
Noble
Louisiana
Tovna
J.D. Staith
Smith
Paul B. Johnson
Exeodus
Unisburg
Hattiesburg
Argus
Laurel Depot
Jackson, Miss
King & Bridgers
jInsurance and Real Estate
Chapman & Co's
Anderson's
Nettleton Shoes
Benjamin
Manhattan
Bowen Herrington
Second Avenue
Forsale
Ty i
J. Postick
Miss
Will Anderson
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