Newspapers / The Farmville enterprise. / Aug. 10, 1923, edition 1 / Page 1
This page has errors
The date, title, or page description is wrong
This page has harmful content
This page contains sensitive or offensive material
THF FiPMVTT f N#f PDICF ? aEar| Iul rAuluVILLI/ LNlLKrKlji Published by The Rouse Printery "WATCH FARMV1LLE'F*||h FORWARD'* Subscription $1.50 a Year in Advance VOL. 14 FABKVTLLK, PITT COUNTY, NOUTS| CABOLINA, AUG. 10. 1923 , ^O. 14 Farmville's Tobacco Market Opens Aug, a Twenty Million Pounds Th^logan For This Season! EVERYTHING NOW PRACTICALLY READY FOR TOBACCO OPENING. TUESDAY. AUG. 21 ? Large and Commodious Warehouses in First Class Shape for the Opening Cry of the Auctioneer. Season This Year Promises to Be Best in County's History. All Warehouses Have a Clever Corps of Proprietors and Assistants to Greet the Fanner. I ? . > This issue of the^Farmville Enter prise gives the major yortion of its space to the "Golden Weed" and with in its eolums the managerment ed deavoring to tell its readers that to bacco is Pitt and Greene counties' premier crop, a forerunner of pros perity to those who cultivate it, indeed it is a gipr of pleasure and sweet con tent to millions of folk throughout the world- The fragrant aroma of of Pitt and Greene counties tobacco rises from the hovels of tHe poor and the mansions of the rich. Its juice affords solace to the afflicted and com fort to the sorrowful. In days long since gone by, before the adventurous white man had placed j his sturdy foot upon <the virgin Ameri - can soil, the wild and uncouth savages were wont to gather around the Coun cil Fires and there while discussing the weightiest matters of state, quiff savage of the delightful fragrant of the golden weed, for the lack of which Socrates wandered miserably upon the face of the earth. Brutas be , brayed his nearest and dearest friend N and Nero burned Rome. Had theses ? famous and infamous men of ancient . tones been ajda to sit and smoke and Europe througbcut the dark ages un til persistent Columbus turned the prow of his historic ship westward and rode upon the swelling bosom , of the Atlantic until he came WCTiba There, as he stood upon the sunny is land and claimed it in the name ox his sovereign king, he was met in sol emn mien by the pompuous tribal chiefs, who, ever true to immemorial custom, gravely Itanded him the Pipe of Pence to smoke as a token of friend ship and love and good will. As Co lumbus cautiously placed the long stem between his teeth and took sat isfying draught from the pipe, he in troduced the use of tobacco among the civilized races of the Old World. The custom of the savage was thus planted in the life of the world's lead ers. But it was not antii^the year 1558 ? that a sample of the tobacco to plant was taken to Europe, where it quick ly became into universal favor' with all who quaffed" its flavor. So great a place did it win in the life of the English people that a philosopher of that time in speakings of it says: "To hteco, divine, rare, super-excellent to- j bacco which goes far beyond all the panaceas, protable gold, and philoso pher's stones, is the crowning gift to mankind." Soon after it's introduction into the European countries the demand be came so great that the Colony of! Vir ginia was practically given over to ttt culture, being carried on in almost ?very country, even planted in the streets of the villages, and was used hi. the place of money as a standard of vain.' >'V-'-V ? ? ? ? t JliJ i. The eukrvatiou ox IOTISOT oionot spread to North Carolina until some time later and wad not introduced in to, Pitt County until centuries later, ha culture being' carried on in almost fffery State in the Union before tire fertile soil of Pitt began to bear the lemon -colored variety for which it has hdw become so jpfctly famous. ? 2ft was not until the year 1886 did first, stalk of tobacco rear ita proud head within the limits of the r eeuntji of Pitt, which was the fore runner of the mighty yield up to tin* I The modern tobacco town of Ftirm tfBe which is now a model of compaet ?Wf^~ sale! warehouses and one Co-opera tive Warehouse open, each with a bundant floor apace, and ample, effi cient and,experienced forces to take care of any amount of tobacco that may be brought to market. They are fully equiped to offer every dollar and convenience for the comfort of farm ers and their team, and they are an xious and willing to accommodate their customers in every possible way. The factories and drying plants pave increased their capacities until there is no danger of their being glut ted to such an extent that prices will be driven down. But not only are the facilities pres ent for the best marketing of the to bacco, but the personal element, which enters most largely into every busi ness, ,is one of the strongest points to ihe Farmville .market The men who make up Farm villi's tobacco industry aye courteous, affabio and polite, and are always ready to pass the. good word' with "the farmers that bring their tobacco here. All of them have been on the local market for several years, and enjoy a large acquaintance among the planters of this section. They are interested in the community, and take a personal pride in seeing that the tobacco crop brings the full market price. Their business interests their homes, and,their families are here and their interest in the market is permanent and personal. Therefore when the farmer sells his tobacco here, he sells it among friends, to friends who are personally interested in seeing that he gets the full market price. ? ? With whom the world joins in v ? ? *?" ' '' i ^ ' The latch-string hangs on the out-; side for the tobacco farmer in Farm- j ville this season- In fact, he is going to be greeted with environments never before his from August 21st to the closing day. All of the warehouses have had a thorough house-cleaning. Unless, something unforsaen happens this sea son of the Farmville Tobacco market bids fair to be a memorable One no paatter from what viewpoint the out look is taken. t ' . The warehousemen are here to greet you, the buyers as of yore, will be right on their jobs and the old town, from the youngest to the old est, awaits the coming of the tobacco farmer with his product. No matter on which warehouse floor he sells his tobacco he can rest assured of a top-notch price, and with his check he can go to either Bank and get his greenbacks without comment or protest. He can either carry back home his earnings, or he can deposit same in these financial institutions for they are unsurpassed for business acumen or treatment, . , ? , i n ? 11 . ii ii SOME OF THE fflmS FOR FARMVtMm GROWTH Farmville's growth as a tohac co market in the state basbeen a steady one, due largely to the* excellent type of men running and managing its warehouses. Farmville has been fortunate indeed in this respect, flnd it is doubtfnl whether any other " can boost of men thatarevbeRef experienced in tobacco or haw a belter reputation among - tfre farmers than J. Y. Monk M. Hobgood, proprietors of Monk's Warehouse; R. ft Knott, R. E. Belcher and J. T. Harris, proprietors of Knott's Ware house. To further substantiate.; tbei fact that these men are real jud ges of tobacco and not afraid to push every pile to its > top, limit is shown in the avc-Fagfes tj&fe on the Farmville market o*dr a period of eight or Farmville has averaged from one and a half to three I more per send Manager, and J. W^lSm lace Grader, is sufficiently laf&r to take care of the tobacco of jlj members in ting section, and r.i \ ?. " , . A.: . -- 1 " ? .! 'I V ?, glad to greet |Bj&MVU>LE WELCOMES BSy Honor Harding - ????? ' * " * ?': - o-ia*: address, I of the Christian Church are to hold a Lawn Festival next Wed nesday night on the church lawn, Everybody is invited. 1 |gasaa=x=aacaawaaa^Mas ii , ^' \\i 'i w. I Fiist Yankee-Doodle President J PRICE IS ROT THE ONLY CONSIDERATION IN THE SALE OF TOBACCO AT FARMVIUE . -?w . * : Trip to Market Easy, Stay In City Pleasant; Banks and Mer cants Safe, Capable and Oblig ing. .-,.4 r;' : v : ' ( | To the farmers who come to sell their tobacco, FarmVille offers many advantages which should be taken in to account in the marketing of his crop. The gross price, per pound does not represent the entire interest 6f| the farmers, but many other elements enter into successful marketing. The cost of "getting the crop to market, the ;ase and dispatch with which it's hand led and the facilities for purchasing at reasonable prices, should be consider ed by the farmer, for they mean dol dars and cents to him. ' , | When d farmer leaves his home towards Farmville with a load of to bacco the chances are that he travel es the entire way on sand-clay or paved roads, where his team can make good time without straining themsel ves; After a quick journey they arrive where their wagons roll on level as phalt streets. Soon they are at their destination, where obliging men see to it that they are well taken -care of. The warehouses all have large, I always obliging mid courteous, and do business upon a basis of fair deal ing that is a great help to. those who sell and trade in this city, Paimville's merchants are pro gressive, and them stocks-are fully up to the standard in every respect.' A farmer and his whole family caik he fitted out here with articles, that I exactly fit their needs. The stores carry everything that the trade will Mill upon them to supply. ? ? - j And firfally Fdrmvilic's jjeople? her business people and the ones with whom the farmers will come in touch, are affable and willing to oblige. They have a kindly feeling for the farmers of this section, for their prosperity is linkc-d with the prosperity of the farmer people. Most of Farmville's business men axle farmers, or the sons of fanners who have left, the farm and engaged in the business sphere of life, and their feelings are nothing but kindly toward those who live/in the country. , Farmers in Farmville are among friends and neighbors, who wish them well, and are always ready to pass the good word and help them when possible. Bring your tobacco to Farmville and sell it among men whom you know to be willing to treat you right. DON'T SELL YOUR 10AD AND CALL IT ' A DAY, VISIT SOME / ? "T~ When you come to Farmville with your tobacco this season, don't just caipe to town, sell your load and leave again. - town. You're always welcome upon our streets. Come into Our stores, talk to opr business men and get acquainted all around. We con't care whether you buy anything or not, youHl always he welcome in whatever store you go in to. Wo ail wan' to see you have a jdeps?.nt visit to Farr, ville. We want you to con.e not once, but as often as you can. " ??1???i ? ? m i ?n ? I i i ? ? * ' | ' ' mm* mm* ? | Warren Ifardingfs Favorite Picture liken at. lb* nlri bom* -In Mark)*. Ohio, just after being elected to ?--1" the Presidency and while awaiting Inauguration day,. tblr picture of ilea: Harding Impulsively pinning a flower in hi* lapel always held an evfdal attraction for the late President. ? ? > ? r. v J I _ . _ - ! v "? . , i ~ Nation Pauses to Honor Dead President as Harding is Burried ;<:*Pi*8ideot Warding is dead"? is the newspaper headline tbatj senjt a cold chill to the hear! of every red blooded'AmericanA on Friday* morning dast. ? Tcjday (Friday i the great A merican Nation pauses to pay final honor to the man w&o, for over .two years, has been its frtitbful leader.?> Services of sor row and prayer arc being held throughout the land while thfe: bodyM More? Gfc& heo* Jaid ib dfr finni .rtVm>r place. SioOe last Friday the dead;: president has been rushed a crois the three thousand mailt* frhWcfiso Frd?ciKo.r<eS'athftM{ ton^iartiviea Tuesday and hns i hud rn state ,in. the rotunda 0(f DfcoM. 3.0 . ftOOff oever - to ? be - forgotten funeral '?*V' .??? ' v ' ??: vk?'' .4^>.??*; . ?_ '? r :, u ? j \, y -y ; ??' I i ysST; . parade up Pennsylvania Avenue, frotp, the Whi^e House to >the Capitol, thousands have viewed for fffe last time the body of obr late president. *v, And now today, id' bi$ home town, NtBrioft, Obig, his. fellow citizens are holding hist rites ov tiay has been one of national mour'nine. \ ? h For a period of thirty days, the city of Washington and the army umfimvy Will be in mouthing. Tomorrow Calvin Coolidge, wfr6 ifa* been thirtieth President >. of the United States, for. a weetf. . of Running our. government. Ms iafnet nt his humble home in Vermont. Late that day he ai med 'iiii,WwrttfngSoo to lake up ?he reins of Koveromettf > laid down by Harding. ??. ? - A.*-'/t.'iii* ' ?$'' ?\ f0 .? ? >_ v.
Aug. 10, 1923, edition 1
1
Click "Submit" to request a review of this page. NCDHC staff will check .
0 / 75