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Newspaper
Vidalia Advance
Location
Vidalia, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1922
Page
3
Published weekly edition of Vidalia Georgia newspaper notes second class mail matter under federal act. Official organ of the City of Vidalia, with Thursday date July 13, 1922 noted.
Vidalia farmers join for a co operative poultry sale and realize 22 cents per pound on 4 800 pounds versus 25 cents for a full car load. Small lots fetch 15 to 18 cents, showing carload sales can add 7 to 10 cents per pound. South Georgia farmers see potential to grow a strong poultry region with coordinated marketing.
The Tuskegee Institute reports 30 lynchings in the first six months of 1922, with 19 or 63 percent in Mississippi and Texas. Of the victims 28 were Black and 2 white, 11 accused of rape, 19 of other offenses. Five burned, 3 died then burned. 4 in 1921 also burned. States listed: Alabama 1, Arkansas 2, Florida 1, Georgia 4, Louisiana 1, Mississippi 7, South Carolina 1, Oklahoma 1, Texas 12. The piece criticizes lacking coverage of the Herrin massacre in Illinois.
The Columbus Chamber of Commerce backs merging the county tax collector and receiver offices. The Bainbridge meeting of state commissioners reportedly urged legislative consolidation. Proponents argue combining duties improves efficiency and audits, with added deputy-sheriff powers for tax levy enforcement.
The State Board of Health plans a summer health institute at Fort Valley High and Industrial School for colored teachers. Topics include child welfare medical inspection rural sanitation malaria and tuberculosis control with lectures moving pictures and consultations. The piece advocates educational campaigns to improve public health in colored communities and calls for funds to hold institutes statewide.
S B Meadows declares candidacy for State Senator subject to the Democratic primary on September 13 in Toombs County and asks voters for support from the county.
G W Lankford announces candidacy for State Senator from the 15th district covering Toombs Montgomery and Wheeler counties asking for voter support.
Judge candidate F. H. Saffold announces bid for the Superior Courts of the Middle Circuit pending the primary. He submits the declaration with respect to the election.
A formal public notice signed by R N Hardeman seeks the office of Judge of Superior Courts in the Middle Judicial Circuit. The letter states the aspirant presents a respectful appeal to voters and the public.
From Waycross and Hebardsville Georgia supporters announce J A L Glaze as a candidate for representative under the white primary. He urges women to guard children against immorality and citizens to oppose crooked politicians invading American civil sovereignty. Speaking dates to be announced.
C S Meadows reports a reunion in Richmond and a Washington visit. He criticizes newspapers as lying and outlines payed meals and lodging costs for veterans. He notes meetings with Thomas E. Watson and W. W. Larsen and comments on crop conditions and urging fellow farmers to push crops.
Lax Fos with pepsin syrup laxative promises relief from habitual constipation within 14 to 21 days. It is described as pleasant to take and to be used regularly to stimulate and regulate bowel action. Sold at 60 per bottle.
Meets every Tuesday night in hall on Railroad Ave. Visiting brothers welcome. FG at se COG, et al.
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