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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1913
Page
2
A cluttered column from the Thomasville Times Enterprise discusses politics sugarcoating, agriculture, and local opinions. It notes moves on the capitol, critiques taxation, praising diversified farming, and mentions Melon shipments from Georgia. It also recalls a silver chest gift to Joe Brown and comments on press freedom.
Editorials from Thomasville Times Enterprise and Savannah Press call for abolishing capital punishment. They argue the electric chair is barbarous, juries often convict only of manslaughter, and propose replacing harsh methods with new policy in the legislature.
At 230 South Broad Street O M Hadley tests grapevines, comparing large bunch and scuppernong varieties. Large bunches especially black ones prove better for garden planting and fast returns, with Worden yielding 65 clusters and Concord 105 clusters on young vines. Moore's Early already ripening.
The Pavo Progress responds to Grady County Progress and Thomasville Press criticisms of road spending. It defends eight year costs totaling about 286 725 dollars and argues farm value growth shows progress. It mocks opponents Davis and Blanton and urges continued railroad era road improvements.
Bulletin from the Georgia State Board of Health outlines malaria origins noting early links to marshes and draining stagnation. It credits Empedocles and Hippocrates with foundational ideas, cites Laveran’s 1880 parasite discovery and Ross’s 1898 proof of human transmission.
The article explains how Anopheles mosquitoes transmit malaria, detailing the mosquito’s housing habits, feeding times, and life cycle. It emphasizes preventing bite exposure with nets and screened homes, urges treatment until parasites disappear, and notes free blood tests offered by the Georgia State Board of Health in Atlanta.
J M Futch, an aged Confederate veteran, perished in a Meldrim house fire that also trapped him as his wife and their small child escaped. The blaze gutted the residence near Savannah on June 19, with Futch reportedly paralyzed and unable to flee.
Posters bearing the slogan Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death Patrick only were pasted near the U S Embassy in Tokyo. Organizers said the meeting aims to press for a tougher diplomatic stance against the United States over the California Alien Land controversy.
The Georgia Supreme Court rules Brunswick near beer dealers may handle multiple brands without extra licensing beyond the single $1,000 annual tax. The decision rejects the state's claim for per brand license fees and also blocks railroad companies from being compelled to provide police with shipment and recipient information for intoxicants.
Mr. Clifton Steyerman, traveling to the University of Georgia commencement in Athens, wired for a change of paiment after losing his suitcase on a Seaboard train. The bag contained his dress suit, white trousers, shoes, and other attire for the festivities. no trace has yet been found.
A notice states tax returns will be received daily at the Court House in Thomasville from June 1 to June 20 before books close. Norton RT. C.
An old advertisement promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer as a candy lozenge that expels worms and regulates bowels in children. It claims to improve mood and health and lists price at 25 cents with distribution by Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. in Philadelphia and St. Louis.
Atlanta observers note that delegates visiting for the opening of the Legislature show little opposition to Barrow County’s proposal. Winder representatives scout for positions, while most lawmakers not yet arrived express no clear stance. Early impressions suggest favorable consideration may arise from Barrow’s strategic location and needs.
Pleasant Stovall of Atlanta is appointed minister to Switzerland and may be joined by Edward Fortson as first secretary to the legation. Friends remark the choice suits his stature while others note the summer heat at the Kimball Hotel.
A Thomasville reader requests that Georgia legislators publish positions on the tax equalization commission bill and inheritance tax. He proposes separating the two bills to avoid opposition and asks for statements from local lawmakers to help secure passage.
Advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills as safe and harmless for the aged. Claims prompt easy action without pain. Priced at 25 cents and recommended by druggists.
Albany New York June 19 Associated Press report: National Board of Baseball Arbitration renders a decision today in favor of BE Wood against the Columbus Ga team of the South Atlantic League.
Local Waynesboro Georgia firm produces Dr Herringtons Liver Pills for Biliousness Liver and related ailments. Mayor Frank S Palmer endorses the product noting its homegrown company and nationwide availability 25 cents a box with prepaid shipment. Peacock Mash and Ingram Drug Co. Thomasville Georgia listed as dealers.
An advertisement asserts laziness stems from malaria germs in the blood and promotes No 101 Tonic. It credits a physician with 30 years in the south and offers a money back guarantee if it fails. Druggists sell it. quitman Georgia manufacturers selling direct by parcel post at 25c or 50c per bottle.
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