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Newspaper
The Monroe Journal
Location
Monroe, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1914
Page
3
A Georgia editor argues farmers must read broadly to grasp market reality. He warns against misleading claims about government value setting, urges cutting cotton acreage, and outlines 1915 production targets and strategies to avoid a dangerous double crop. He calls for planting winter crops now to balance demand and support prosperity.
A mock ad craft session depicts a seller proposing a parlor rug at 18 dollars after buying a dozen Brussels rugs below cost. The dialogue covers headlines, introductions, space, borders, and emphasis on value to spur a woman’s bargain instinct.
The Journal states advance labels are required for renewals and warns no paper will be sent twice weekly for one dollar a year unless that dollar is paid promptly. Readers are urged not to neglect the matter.
A South Carolina banker notes Indiana farmers diversify crops and argues SC farmers should broaden beyond cotton. He suggests turning to mixed crops, sheep, and homegrown feed to reduce imports and increase wealth, urging farmers to adopt diversified farming strategies.
In Union County Superior Court Vance Plyler vs Laura Plyler seeks absolute divorce on adultery with Adam Mills. Defendant must appear at the term beginning six Mondays after the first Monday in September 1914 at Monroe Courthouse to answer or demur, or relief will be granted. Dated August 1, 1914. Tt. W. Lemmond.
A Union County journal urges prompt advance payment for its twice weekly publication priced at one dollar a year. It laments late payments, warns of cutting off nonpaying subscribers, and asks readers to renew now rather than wait for reminders, noting many labels show overdue dates.
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