Watermelon Week Proclaimed by Georgia Governor
Georgia Governor Thomas W. Hardwick proclaims July 3 1922 as Watermelon Week to boost nationwide consumption and help Georgia growers offset a tough season. Southwest Georgia association officials say publicity including radio dissemination will reach millions as melons arrive countrywide. Local society notes list residents visiting and events in Hughes Chapel and Lyons.
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Georgia
Southwest Georgia Watermelon Growers Association
Hardwick
United States
Enorgia
Thomas W. Hardwick
State of
J. J. Parrish
Southwest Georgia Association
Association
New York City
Mr. Parrish
Melon Campaign Urges Heavy Consumption Nationwide
Watermelon associations across states telegraphed support to Mr Parrish for a campaign urging the country to rapidly consume melons in the coming weeks as a necessary measure. The push frames a national response to a perceived supply urgency.
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Mr. Parrish
Reduced weekend round trip fares Georgia and Florida
Greatly reduced week end round trip fares via Georgia and Florida good from Friday morning until the following Tuesday night. Consult nearest ticket agent. D. F. Kirkpatrick, General Passenger Agent.
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Georgia
Florida
D. F. Kirkpatrick
George W Lankford Announces Senate Candidacy
George W Lankford of Lyons, former Toombs County representative, announces his bid for the State Senate from the 15th district comprising Toombs Montgomery and Wheeler counties. He cites a strong lower house record, influential committee work, and seeks voter support.
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Toombs County
Senate
George W Lankford
Lyons
Lankford
House of Representatives
State Senate
Toombs
Montgomery
Wheeler
G. W. Lankford
New Branch to Get Up-to-Date Store
Plans for a modern country store in New Branch Toombs County are nearing completion. The firm will offer general merchandise groceries a meat market and a barber shop with a ready market for farm produce nearby. The names of the gentlemen forming the company have not been made public.
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Toombs
Crop conditions improve after rains across Southeast
The Southeast reports general crop improvement after two weeks of rain though corn remains short and grassy in many areas. Cotton grows well but weevils threaten squares, while small grains harvests are disappointing but yields generally steady. Pastures are good and potatoes and fruits show mixed prospects as moisture needs persist.
Meadows in Rage for Senate
S B Meadows of Toombs County announces his candidacy for the State Senate in the 15th district. A former representative in 1909 10 he cites his record for common schools and local development and seeks Democratic primary support on September 13.
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S. B. Meadows
Toombs County
State Senate
Meadows
Senate
Wheeler County
Kew
Stylish Hats at Great Reductions Extend Sale
At the request of many customers the One Cent Hat Sale is extended two weeks from July 1 to July 15. Stylish summer hats sell at regular price, plus one cent more for a second hat of equal value. Mrs J E Thompson Vidalia Ga announces the final chance for up-to-date millinery at this reduction.
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J. E. Thompson
Vidalia
Vidalia Primitive Church Monthly Meetings and Services
Regular monthly meetings held on the second Sunday and the Saturday before. Saturday services at 3 p.m. Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Bible study every Sunday at 3 p.m. A cordial invitation extended to all.
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days Claim
A druggist advertises a remedy that supposedly cures piles in six to fourteen days. It promises daytime relief and easier sleep after the first application.
Carnegie Physics Building Aids Greater Georgia Tech Plan
Georgia Tech announces a $225000 Carnegie Physics Building to advance the Greater Georgia Tech project. Bids open. contract award set for July 17. construction to begin immediately and finish by early next year. The Carnegie Foundation donates $150000 with $75000 from a $1.75 million regional fund.
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Atlanta
Georgia Tech
Carnegie Physics
N. P. Pratt
Tech
Vidalia Ga Last Oppor for Same Value
In Vidalia Georgia residents are told this is the final chance to obtain a property or service at the stated value. Officials urge quick action as the window closes and list remaining offerings with contact details.
Normantown Reports Splendid Crop Prospects
In Vidalia on Monday Ben D. Patrick and R. W. Page say Normantown has the best crop outlook in three years. Cotton is especially promising though some weevil infestation exists, and recent hot weather is reducing damage.
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Ben D. Patrick
R. W. Page
Vidalia
Normatown
Few Sales Made Tuesday At Vidalia Sheriff Sale
The notice lists a small number of successful bids from last Tuesday’s Vidalia sheriff sale. Garland Williams paid 701 dollars for lots 7 and 8 in block 2, city of Vidalia, part of the B. A. Mosley estate. Herbert Sharpe paid 1215 dollars for one house and lot in Vidalia, part of the Mrs. M. H. Southwell estate.
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Mace
Garland Williams
Vidalia
B. A. Mosley
Herbert Sharpe
M. H. Southwell
Short Court Session Grants Two Admin Letters
Ordinary's Court met for a brief session last Monday with few cases heard. Letters of administration were granted to R. L. O'Neal for the estate of Mrs Josephine O'Neal and to E. F. Parker for the estate of Leona Morris.
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R. L. O’neal
Josephine O’neal
E. F. Parker
Leona Morris
For Rent Six Room House In Vidalia Georgia
For rent one six room dwelling on Jackson street Vidalia Georgia. Also one piano for rent cheap. See or write Co M McSWAIN Lyons Ga.
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Jackson' Street
Vidalia
Co. M. McSwain
Lyons
Sage and Sulphur Compound for Darker Hair
Old time recipe revived Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound promises to darken gray hair naturally and evenly. Apply with sponge or brush. after one or two uses gray hair disappears and natural color returns. Not a disease cure.
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Wyeth
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