On this day in Gainesville: November 9, 1922

We are reading the Gainesville Daily Register from November 9, 1922. Here is some of what the paper printed that day, in its own words.

The top story

Republicans retain control of Congress, but their majorities have sharply narrowed. Late returns leave some contests unsettled.

Around town

Red Cross Roll Call money will chiefly support Blue Bird Cottage, which feeds and cares for children from town and country. Mrs. R. S. Rose describes help given to a mother and her children.

First National Bank, Lindsay National Bank and First State Bank will close Saturday for a holiday.

Things for sale

Teague Company advertises Friday remnant bargains, including sweaters at $3.95 and boys’ suits at $4.95. Other offers include overalls, work shirts, socks, suiting and silk hose.

Killgore’s advertises blankets from $2.25 to $9.00 and a new shipment of bed springs and mattresses. The store is adding a cream station and posts its price for cream.

Out for the evening

The Norfleet Trio will give a Saturday morning concert planned for children, with dances and pieces depicting nature. Helen Norfleet will tell stories about the pieces.

The Majestic advertises The Woman in His House and Some Family, followed Friday and Saturday by Mae Murray in Peacock Alley and a Sennett comedy.

From city hall and the courthouse

City schools will suspend regular work during the last hour Friday afternoon for Armistice Day programs. The public is invited to attend.

We will open another day's paper tomorrow.