Masons Gather in Georgia Grand Lodge Annual Conclave
The Colored Masonic Grand Lodge of Georgia met in annual conclave with about two hundred lodges represented. Opening sessions were held in the city’s Masonic Building with welcome addresses and remarks from Grand Lodge officials. Notables expected include Grand Master Butler J H Deveaux and Judson Lyons. A local testimonial from W T Sturdevant praised Kodol for relief from long standing digestive issues.
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Colored Masonic Grand Lodge
Georgia
Masonic
Grand Lodge
Butler
J. H. Deveaux
Judson Lyons
Mr Marshall Dies After Illness At Americus Home
The announcement yesterday of the death of Mr. Joan W. Maresall came after a long illness with typhoid fever. A resident of Americus for twelve years he was a traveling salesman with Winn, Johnson & Co of Macon, well known in the state. He was a Houston County native who married Miss Wimberly in Houston. Survived by his wife, two sons, a daughter, and two stepsons. Funeral services were to be held at 4 o'clock this afternoon, with pallbearers listed.
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Joan W. Maresall
Marshall
Americus
Lee Street
House of Winn, Johnson & Co
Macon
Houston County
Wimberly
Messrs
G. T. Miller
George D. Wheatley
A. B. Harrold
W. C. Grey
J. A. Ansley, Jr
W. T. Lane
B. Everett
Marshall’ Martin
Grand Lodge to Quit Today After 32nd Session
The colored Masonic Grand Lodge of Georgia closes its 32nd annual session this morning after a largely attended and profitable gathering. Officers were re elected and installed by Past Grand Master John H Deveaux of Savannah. A tablet naming Past Grand Masters A. K. Desverney and W. E. Terry was unveiled. Addresses were given by Judson W. Lyons, John H. Deveaux, Rev. W. D. Johnson Jr., and Rev. Floyd Snellson. The group plans to meet in Americus next year.
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Colored Masonic Grand Lodge of
Georgia
Grand Lodge
John H. Deveatx
Savannah
A. K. Desverney
W. E. Terry
Judson W. Lyons
Register of the Treasury
John H. Deveaus
Bayannab
W. D. Johnson, Jr
Albany
Floyd Snellson
Waycross
Americus
DeWitt's Little Early Risers Advertised for Spring Fever
Spring fever described as biliousness with torpid liver and inactive bowels. The ad claims a poisoned system can lead to illness and promotes DeWitt's Little Early Risers to stimulate liver, open bowels, and cleanse impurities. Includes user testimonials from R. M. Everly and W. A. Rembert.
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DeWitt
R. M. Everly
Moundsville
W. Va
W. A. Rembert
Pleasant party at Springs in Myrtle Resorts cottages
A congenial party of Americus couples spend the week at Myrtle Springs occupying cottages at the popular resort. More visitors planned for next week. Bath houses and cottages are in fine condition and the stay is described as very pleasant. Names listed include Judge and Mrs R L Maynard, Mrs R J Perry, Misses Ora and Ira Perry, Mr and Mrs W C Carter, Charles Burke, Clarence Price, Miss Murph, Mrs J N Scarborough, Miss Leila Scarborough. Fresh- mixed spices for pickling available at Rembert's Drug Store.
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Americus Coople
Myrtle Springs
R.L. Maynard
R.J. Perry
Ora
Ira Perry
W. C. Carter
Charles Burke
Clarence Price
Murph
J. N. Scarborough
Leila Scarborough
Winding Up of Peoples Bank Delays for Asset Doubts
The defunct Peoples Bank, suspended months ago, winds up slowly as assets consist mainly of doubtful obligations. Receiver G R Ellis and Special Auditor M L Maynard oversee affairs. The Windsor Hotel likewise faces long adjudication, with stockholders unlikely to receive near-term gains. For more, apply to H C Davis. Miw.
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Peoples Bank
G. R. Ellis
M. L. Maynard
Windsor Hotel
Virulent Cancer Cured by Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Salve
A man in Elizabeth, West Virginia, once told incurable cancer was hopeless but after using Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica Salve he was cured. The ad claims Bitters expel poisons and the salve heals blood diseases, skin eruptions, ulcers, and sores. Available at Eldridge drug stores.
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G. W. Roberts
Elizabeth
W. Va
Eldridge
Drunken Parable Sparks Sermon in Church Pew
A drunk man staggers into a church and sits with a deacon as the preacher condemns vice. When asked who is the drunkard, the man reveals himself, then the sermon targets hypocrisy. The drunkard later tells a neighbor to stand for the hypocrite, delivering a sharp quip and lesson.
Filthy Temples In India Admits Health Conspiracy
A campaign ad urges cleansing the body with Dr King s New Life Pills to avoid misery. It claims the pills purify the liver and bowels, improve digestion and appetite and promotes a sale at Eldridge drug stores for 250 units.
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Dr. King
Eldridge Drug Stores
Cotton bolls and bagging signal coming cotton season
The first cotton bolls, as large as guinea eggs, were sent from Augustus Harris's farm, paired with news that more bolls exist. Americus merchants began receiving and storing carloads of jute bagging in anticipation of the fleecy's harvest. The initial base is still a month away, but a strong flow of bolls and bagging is expected, with fifty thousand more to follow to Americus next season.
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Americas
Augustus Harris
Americus
Royal Picnic on the Fourth at Nearby Resorts
The Fourth of July outlook highlights Holly Springs two miles out hosting a large county and town picnic with a grand dinner and celebrations. Myrtle Springs also plans a festive day with special dinners, plus other out-of-town excursions as residents enjoy Independence Day.
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Americas
Holly Springs
Myrtle Springe
Eclipse Shirts Offer Bargains at 50 and 75 Cents
Advert says Eclipse shirts available cheap with prices at 50c and 75c each. It touts best quality for the cost and invites shoppers to seize the low rates on assorted styles and sizes.
Trunks and travelling bags attract shoppers
We are the leading seller of trunks and travelling bags in this region. Our stock is the best we have ever carried with a wide range of tourist supplies. Our prices are consistently right and we invite you to view our selections to your benefit.
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South Georgia
Umbrella Covers at Half Price This Week
A local shop offers half price on all umbrella covers this week as a stock clearance. Customers may also bring in umbrellas needing recovering for repair or replacement.
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W. T. Sturdevant
Merry Oaks
N.C
MR. Marshall
Springs
Myrtle
Rembert's Drug Store
Phaston
H. C. Davis
India
Holly
Rembert's
Wade
The
Fechheimer-Fisher Company
Eclipse
America
Traoa
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