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Newspaper
Vidalia Advance
Location
Vidalia, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1927
Page
1
Vidalia area prepares for two sessions of the Indian Springs Camp Meeting with Rev H C Morrison and other prominent preachers. The event runs August 11 to 21 and draws thousands from Southeastern states for Holiness teachings, music, and fellowship.
Native Georgia writer reflects on state governance during a Senate session. He profiles Governor candidate Dr. Lamarthe Hardman, notes the Senate chamber’s age and heat, and observes the swearing in and presidential election process as a civics lesson. He hints at future observations as sessions unfold.
The Twelfth District Dental Society holds its annual meeting at 10 30 A M with Dr P L Watson of Swainsboro presiding Invocation by Rev H K McGreggor Welcome by Dr F R Brinson responses by Dr J B Donaldson Papers cover unusual cases in general practice rational dentistry for children bridge work on vital teeth and plans for a greater Georgia Dental Society Luncheon at 1 00 P M and voluntary clinics offered Discussion includes Dr J R Franklin Dr J D Donaldson Dr J H McDonald Dr Smith and Dr L H Darby Adjournment.]
The Georgia Power Company announces a broad life insurance program for its Georgia employees through Metropolitan Life. Policies range from 1000 to 3000 dollars with premiums of 60 cents per month per thousand, no medical exam, and the company pays the difference to the Metropolitan rate.
Leader and Rosansky start three brick stores on Thompson Street in this city. Construction has begun and will be rushed to completion. The buildings will enhance that section of the city and are expected to attract business.
County Commissioner M. L. Adams of Kibbee is reported to be erecting a building in this city. The note mentions his association with Kibbee 4 and indicates ongoing construction activities by the local official.
Plaza Cafe proprietor Mr. C. D. Kavakos announces the cafe will stay open all night through the tobacco season starting this month. The redecoration includes Frigidaire and other electrical equipment, making the establishment one of the finest in the area.
Vidalia will open a modern self-service grocery at the Railroad Avenue site formerly occupied by H. B. Elijah. Led by Gould Moseley, formerly with Tanner-Brice Company, the remodel includes lighting and up-to-date fixtures to serve the city.
County agents and leading farmers will meet in Vidalia Georgia on Saturday to discuss the Cooperative Marketing Association. Savannah district agents led by W S Brown are invited with Ware County figures Dr R J Heyde Upton Gates and George Commerce set to attend.
A new filling station at Church and Meadows streets, opposite the First National Bank and City Hall, will open next Saturday. Operated by H G Cochran of McNatt Motor Company, it offers gas, oils, and accessories plus a modern car wash with vacuum interior cleaning. On opening day a quart of Texas motor oil is given with five gallons of gasoline.
The Week article argues that electricity is not essential for fixing air nitrogen in fertilizer production. It states cynimid is obsolete and markets are saturated. synthetic nitrogen is chemical, not electrical. It notes Allied Chemical builds a $27 million plant in Virginia, German interests in Louisiana, and Du Pont plans for methanol with synthetic nitrogen, threatening domestic fertilizer producers.
A Greensboro Bible School Band from Greensboro North Carolina will hold a tent meeting in Vidalia beginning Thursday the 14th and continuing over the 31st. The eight piece band will play nightly before services and the mixed quartette will sing at least once during each service. Evangelists Mrs W L Duncan of Lyons Georgia and Mr Buell E Bingham of Mebane North Carolina lead the event. Visiting friends assist in the meet. The feature is old fashioned gospel preaching and good music with a hearty welcome for all.
A proverb-like note describes a wise figure preparing to dodge forthcoming consequences. The focus remains on caution and foresight, with no dramatic actions detailed. No individuals or organizations are named.
The prospect centers on cheaper nitrogen from synthetic production. Washington weighs Muscle Shoals power to make fertilizers, but leasers cannot use the plant’s electricity to compete. chemical production is the economical path, with power suitable mainly for distribution and lighting.
In Georgia the Senate approved a bill to allow contracting couples over 21 to marry without posting five day notices. Senator Ralph Rosser of LaFayette led the push, winning 41 to 5. The measure now goes to the House, and then to the governor for signing into law.
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