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About The Montgomery monitor. (Mt. Vernon, Montgomery County, Ga.) 1886-current | View Entire Issue (March 2, 1916)
The Montgomery Monitor. VOL. XXX. DANGER SIGNAL IS SOUNDED Cotton States Bankers Warn Farmers Against 6c Cotton. With a shortage of ships to move our cotton to foreign shores; with no indication of the end of the war; with the Nation stirred over preparedness for eventuali ties; with the buying power of the entire world gradually lessen ing day by day, it becomes our duty to issue this formal warning as the time of planting cotton is at hand. Let everyone encourage the farmer to be on the safe side by raising plenty of feed and food for the community as well as for himself, his family, and his live stock. (A calf, a pig, chickens, and a garden often mean the difference between want and money ahead.) Economical and safe living for all as well as “safe farming” must be the rule if prosperity is to abide with us. Six-cent cottou this fall would spell disaster in the cotton States. Low price follows over-supply as certainly as the night the day. High prices and prosperity over the South this year what voluntary reduction of cotton acreage does. Any marked in crease in acreage over last year is going to result in a great loss to Southern cotton producers, merchants, and bankers, and will similarly affect all allied bus iness and professions. Conference of Cotton States Bankers. Wilson Hopes to Make Short Trip South. Washington, Feb. 28.—Presi dent Wilson told Congressman and Mrs. Thomas M. Bell this morning that he was very anxious to make a short southern trip in the interest of his national defense program and would do so if he found it advisable to ab sent himself from Washington. Mr. Bell urged that he take the trip, and invited him to make five-minute speeches at the fol lowing places en route from Washington to Atlanta, via Gainesville and Athens: Toccoa, Cornelia, Gainesville, Lula, Maysville, Commerce, Athens, Winder and Lawrence vi lie. The president said he would be glad to stop at these places, in the event he makes the trip, and will have them considered in con nection with his itinerary. Farm College Forms First Cream Route. Athens, Ga. February 28. The first “cream” route es tablished by a county farm demonstration agent and operated through the dairy department of the Georgia State College of Agriculture, will begin March 15, from Watkinsville and cover 82 miles in Oconee and Clarke coun ties. passing farm houses where there are 135 surplus cows. The cream will be collected thrice a week, brought to the college dairy, made into butter, and the farmers will receive 2-1 to 28 cents a pound at their doors for the butter in the cream, not hav ing to make or market it. Ac cording to the express companies’ receipts, eighteen million pounds of foreign creamery butter was shipped into Atlanta for con sumption and distribution to Georgia points last year. To get .some of this trade the creamery routes are to be established over the state by the extension de partment of the college. Earl Conner Dead. On Sunday night last, about 1 o’block, Mr. Earl Conner, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Conner, died at their home near Charlotte. The young man had just reached man’s estate, 21 years, and his death was a great shock to family ! and friends. He had been sick only a few days, but the severe case of pneumonia proved fatal. The remains were laid to rest in the family cemetery near by. Mr. and Mrs. Conner have the sympathy of many relatives and i friends. New Committees for The Civic League. The following committees have been appointed by the President of the Civic League. The chair men are requested to call meet ings of their committees and get busy. Executive committee, Mrs. M. B. Calhoun, Mrs. A. B. Hutche son, Mrs. D. A. Mcßae, Mrs. Chas. Montgomery. General Improvement Commit tee, Mesdames J. C. Calhoun, W. L. Wilson, F. Lee Mcßae, A. B. Hutcheson, C. H. Wright. Sanitary committee, Mesdames W. L. Wilson, Cockfield, Mont gomery. S. B. Morris, L. C. Underwood. Library Committee, Mrs. A. L. Lanier, Miss Inez Mcßae, Miss 1 Claude McDonald, Miss Florence 1 Adams, Mrs. J. E. Hunt. Poster Committee, Misses Jed , die Cockfield, Stella Morris and Bessie Stuckey. lied Bluff. Special Correspondence. Mrs. Laura Ann Miller is spend ing several days with her daugh ter, Mrs. Nannie Horn near Tarry town. Our Sunday school is in a flourishing condition under the efficient management of Mrs. j Dave Waller. Messrs. Matthew, Sollie and Erie Meeks, Foster Bussell, i Homer O’Brien, Misses Mamie O’Brien, Carrie McLendon, Carrie I Pearl Jones and Mrs. E. G. Smith ; were visitors to our school Friday afternoon. Miss Lessie Mae Rackley from Mt. Vernon will spend the week end with Miss Etta O’Brien. Miss Lonie Miller made a flying trip to Soperton Saturday after noon. Misses Tarver and Morris at tended the Teachers’ Association i at Tarrytown Saturday. Our school will be well repre ! seated at Troup’s Monumennt Saturday, March 4th. An entertainment is being planned for Friday evening, March 10th, We will have a play, “Aunt Dinah’s Quilting Party” interspersed with songs and specialties. A delightful | feature will be a Fiddler’s Con !test. Prizes will be awarded winning contestants. An admis sion of 25 cents will be charged. Proceeds will be used for school purposes. Public invited. Elx ercises will begin promptly at 7:30 o’clock. Ki! Kair Club Meets. The Kil Kair Club was very delightfully entertained by Mrs. C. 11. Wright at her home on Railroad Avenue Tuesday after noon, Feb. 29th. Music was very charmingly rendered on piano and violin by Misses Simpson and Adarns. Later in the afternoon we were served with delicious cream, cake and almonds. Among those pre sen f were: Misses Cook, Thomp son, Luciie Mcßae, Iris Simpson, Adarns, Mesdames J. 0. Mcßae, Arpad Hicks, Camille Bass. 1 K. K. C. S. MT. VERNON, GEORGIA. THURSDAY. MARCH 2, 1916. Radcliffe Chautauqua A Fine Acquisition. The greatest opportunity tor enjoying at little cost a series of most desirable entertainments, is now being offerad to the people of Mt. Vernon and the neigbor ing communities The Radcliffe name has been held in such es teem that we never dreamed of his chautauqua coming to our town; but it is coming—three days of pleasure and instruction that unquestionably refine and | elevate, days that you will re member always as a great boon j to our section. Posters describing the separate features will be circulated later, and you’ll see for yourself that they are of the class of enter tainments which one never sees for less than fifty cents; and yet the six are offered to you for half price, if you buy a season ticket $1.50. Children’s tickets will be SI.OO for the season. The price at the door will be announced la ter for those who are afraid to invest at wholesale rates. Os course they’ll feel differently la ter, and yet they’ll feel repaid for the extra expense of single tickets. We all like to be on the win ning side. So, everybody, talk encouragingly that you may claim part of the credit for its success. Remember that “Opportunity” is caught only by the forelock. M. Preparation Counts. The farmer who had an idea that hook learning and schools were not for him is a vision of the past. Today conditions would make one wonder how good far ming was done without agricul tural instruction. It was done, but not like it is done today. The way farmers flock to short cour ses and meetings, where scien tific principles are discussed, is proof enough that they need and appreciate the benefits derived. In no state is this spirit more ! prevalent than in Minnesota. Minnesota has many ways and means of educating the farmer to the betterment of his rural life. Each year farmers are bet ter versed on their work and each year sees decided improvements. Farmers of today cheerfully ad mit “’tisgreatto live and learn.” —Southern Farming. Notice to Automobile Owners. The law requires that all motor vehicles be registered by March Ist. I have just received a sup ply of application blanks for this purpose, and these may he had by calling for them. This Feb. 28th, 1916. William Jones, Clerk Co. Commissioners. Election of Trustees. An election for trustees of the vaiious schools of the county is called for Friday, March 3rd, 1916, from 2 to 4 o’clock p. in. The patrons of each school are urged to be present at this elec tion. Select the best men availa ble for these places in order that the school affairs of the county may not lug. Respectfully, A. B. Hutcheson, _____ C. S. S.! Chautauqua Dates March 20th to 22nd. Notice has just been received of the exact dates on which the chautauqua will be held in Mt. Vernon, viz: March 20, 21 and 22 inclusive. It is very probable that the : local management will secure from the commissioners the use of the court room for the exer cises. The entertainment af forded will be high-class, and is being looked forward to with interest. Modern Priscilla Club ol' Uvalda Entertained. | The Modern Priscilla Club was delightfully entertained by Miss Ada Langford of last week. As spring is gently approach ing each member seemingly filled with that spirit worked faithfully and diligently through the hour while music was ren dered by Misses Ada Langford and Beulah Moses. After dainty refreshments were served by the hostess and Miss Manona Campbell a short business meeting was held, j The new’ officers elected were: {Mrs. 0. J. Whipple, pres., Mrs. J. It. Gray, vice-pres., and Mrs. W. M. Moses, sec’y. Besides 1 the above officers, those present were Misses Alberta McNatt, Al ma Mills, Manona Campbell, Beulah Moses, Belle McAllister, Minnie Wells, Susie Gray, and Mrs. Walter Langford. Serious Accident to Dr. Palmer and Mr. Hudson. j Yesterday about 1 o’clock, while Dr. J. W. Palmer and Mr. iJ. H. Hudson were returning I from Lyons to Ailey in Dr. Pal mer’s car, the steering machinery became unmanageable, and the car dashed out of the road and ran about 45 yards, striking a | wire fence and overturning, Mr. I Hudson was caught under the | car and one leg w r as badly bruis jed, besides receiving other bruises. Dr. Palmer was not so I badly hurt and called for help ! and extricated Mr. Hudson from | his perilous position. I Dr. J. E. Hunt was called and j attended to the wounded men, and it is hoped that nothing seri ious will follow their exciting ex perience. I Dwelling Burned. Helena, Ga., Feb, 28. Yester day about noon the dwelling of Gus Foster was destroyed by fire. Mr. Foster was sick and was I helped out. of the house by his i wife who also had to assist her son, Frank Foster, to get out as he had, just about a week ago, ! been operated on for appendicitis and was very weak. Little was saved from the dwelling arid there was no insurance. The loss is estimated at $2,000. Gov. Harris Says He is Not Going to Quit. Atlanta, Ga. Feb. 28. — “lain’t going toquit,” declared Governor Nat E. Harris, in away that made it a good deal more im pressive than if he had said “am , not” when some friends asked him if he hail heard anything about the rumors opponents were trying to circulate to the effect that he might withdraw. “I am not the quitting kind," said the governor. “I have never had any idea of quitting. I i<m in the race with both feet and two hands, and I am in it to stay. 1 expect in a very short time to ask the people to recognize in me a candidate worthy to succeed himself. 1 had hoped that the canvass would not be opened so soon and be so long drawn out, but it seems that the doctor has j set his pegs and gone to work, I and I guess I may have to do the same thing." 100-Day Velvet Is< ■ans! Choice 100-Day Velvet Beans, j two dollars per bushel, delivered in five bushel lots or more. Wej handle planting peas, all kinds, and will deliver anywhere. Write for prices. Better peas, and; better bagged than others you will buy, and sold delivered. H. M. FRANKLIN, 325 m Tennille, Ga. 1 i Soperton Ladies Entertain. 1 I Mesdames L. J. Holmes and C. A. Sumner were joint hostess es Monday evening at a party in honor of Miss Essie Taylor of Alston. The parlor was beauti fully decorated, and many games were indulged in. Among the many who attended were Misses Blanche Mishoe, Bes sie Berwick, Lyla Riddle, Selma and Eva Pritchett, Minnie Smith, Editha Johnson, Rena Ivey. Shel lie Durden, Levenia Tapley, Max ie Kennedy, Luciie Sumner, Na jomi Mishoe and Miss Chapman; Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Roberson, Dr. O. B. Moye, Col. J. D. Durden, . Dr. Holmes, Messrs. Hollis and j Clyde Holloway, Bill Estroff, ! Herman Futrill, Luther Phillips, ; Ledar Williamson, Willie Sam | mens and Charlie Holloway. Kingston. Surcial C Rev. MoWhorler filled his ap pointment at the Baptist church Sunday. Mrs. Emma Harris of Midville is visiting her sister, Mrs. L. D. Morris. Mrs. Robert Paradise of near Vidalia is visiting Mrs. Mollie Swan. We are glad to know that Mrs. T. Screws is improving from a serious illness. Mesdames Hart and Smith of Vidalia were in Higgston awhile Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. V. Mumphrey of Glen wood, who has been spending a few days here, returned to her home Tuesday. Miss Callie Tyson of Wrights ville is visiting Mrs. I' 1 . Elton. We are sorry (o know that Mr. Ben Johnson is still on the sick list, hut we hope for him a speedy recovery. Messrs. Geo. Smith and An drew Hilton of Vidalia were visitors here Sunday. Mrs. John Hilton of Vidalia is visiting her father, Mr. Robert Gay, who is very sick. Misses Rosanna Mosley and Cora Harrell were visitors here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gay of near Lyons were visitors of the former’s father, Mr. Robt. Gay, Sunday. Mr. J. W. Crosby of Uvalda spent awhile with his sister, Mrs. ,J. G. Thornburg, Tuesday and Wed nesday. Miss Jessie Mae Sutton of near Glenwood is visiting her brother, Mr. Stephen Sutton. Mrs. Sumner of Soperton was at the home of Mrs. Swan Friday. Among those who attended the funeral and burial of Miss Mamie Lou Swan at Kemp were: Misses Ethel Jackson, Jennie Carpenter, Jessie Mae Sutton, Annie Poole, and Messrs. Sutton, Floyd John son, Forrest Linder, Rev. Sineath and her relatives of this place. The bereaved ones have our heart-felt sympathy. Basketball Tomorrow. We presume that you have not forgotten that Sandersville is b>oked to play Brewton-Parker o.i the latter’s court here tomor row, (Friday.) This will proba bly be the last game of the sea- j son, and lovers of the sport are 1 expected to be on hand tomorrow afternoon. Honor Roll of the McGregor School. Amoret Conner. Kathleen Con | ner, it. I). O’Neal, Matthew Morris, Ruby Carpenter, Martin j Morris, Wade Carpenter, Foy ! Mitchell, Truman Conner, Charlie i C. Cohner. EXERCISES AT ROSEMONT SAT. Plan to Organize a Troup Memorial Association for County. As announced last week, plans have been made for the organiza tion of the Troup Memorial Asso ciation at Rosemont Saturday, Ith inst., and the affair bids fair to be one of pleasure and profit. On account of the limited time, it has been difficult to perfect | the program in detail. The prin cipal addres will be made by Gen. Peter Meldrim of Savannah, well known to the people of Montgomery county as a match less orator and a gifted scholar. The exercises must begin promptly at 10 o’clock, in order ■ to have the program rendered in time for those living in the sou thern portion of the county to reach home at a seasonable hour. Dinner will be spread on the grounds, and those attending are invited to carry baskets and take part. The public is invited, es pecially those interested in the preservation of the memory of Governor Troup. During .the day there will be | organized what will probably be known as “The Troup Memorial j Association,” the purpose of which will be the preservation of the burial place and the advance ment of the rich history of the man and the part he played in that peculiar period of.Georgia’s history -almost the entire period between the Revolutionary and Civil wars. A literary feature will mark the deliberations of the society, and all are invited to unite in this effort. The program, subject to slight change, is as follows: Song “America,” by Assembly. Invocation—Rev. Chas. Mont gomery. Paper Miss Beulah Martin. Selection Miss Jennie Butler. Address—Gen. I'. W. Meldrim. Dinner hour. Dinner on the ground. Address “Troup, a True Geor gian. Prof. B. H. McLarty. Selection Miss Mary Pettit. Song “Columbia." By Assem bly. Organize Troup Memorial Asso ciation. Miss Swan of Higgston Died Very Suddenly. The town and community of Higgston was greatly shocked on Friday morning last when Miss Mamie Lou Swan had a sudden attack of heart failure, living on ly a few minutes afterwards. Her many friends did all in their power for her, but God had called her to the heights beyond. She was 21 years years old, and had been a member of the Meth odist church since she was about thirteen years of age. The bur al took plaee at Kemp. She leaves a mother, three sis ters and two brothers, besides other relatives and many friends to mourn her untimely deaih. A Devoted Fkiend. Old War-time Shell Explodes in Fire Kingsland, Ga., Feb. 28.—An old shell, apparently used during the Civil War, exploded when placed in a fireplace at the home of J. R. Kicklighter today, injur ing five members of the family. The shell was found by a boy, and thinking it harmless, a sister had placed it in the fireplace to lie used as an andiron. The ex plosion followed, enveloping the room in a mass of flames, frag ments of the shell flying in every direction. Two members of the family were struck, while the oLhers were injured by burns. NO. 44.
