Policemen Arrest Two Criminals Aboard Thomaston Train
Chief Willis and Bankston pursued and arrested two armed criminals on the Thomaston train from Butler Georgia. One suspect resisted and was struck with a pistol during handcuffing while the other was disarmed. Police found $72.75 on the pair and detained them until Officer Ferguson transported them to Upson County jail Monday morning. Also Sunday dawn fire at J S Litsey Son store in Meansville destroyed stock. fire origin unknown and insurance covered losses. Authorities fear burglars targeting the Atlanta and Florida railroadMay he continuous.
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Willis
Thomaston
Butler
J B. Bankston
Mr. Willis
Mr. Bankston
W. G. H. Ferguson
Upson Co
J. S. Litsey & Son
Meansville
Atlanta and Florida
Smiley Outwits Thief With Midnight Chicken House Trick
Mrs. T. T. Smiley trapped a thief disturbing her flock by tying a string from the coop to a chair inside. A chair fell in the night revealing a Caucasian intruder, not a local brother in black, as she warns fellow chicken raisers to avoid Mrs. Smiley’s yard at midnight.
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T. T. Smiley
Noted Barnesville singer with magnificent voice
Barnesville praises Dr Cotter as a remarkable singer with a rich baritone reaching tenor, a voice that fills listeners with wonder. His talent is highlighted as a benefit to the community if more widely heard.
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Barnesville
Builder A. O. Bennett Plans New Home in Barnesville
A. O. Bennett, a renowned local contractor, pursues building a house in Barnesville. Despite adverse weather he continues work, and residents expect his move would benefit the thrifty community through skilled craftsmanship and steady enterprise.
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A. O. Bennett
Bennett
Barnesville
Return of Second Georgia Regiment and Local Reassignments
The Second Georgia Regiment has been mustered out and most members have returned home. Captain James F. Howard of Company F stayed in Atlanta awaiting government settlement as supplies reach Washington. From Barnesville, Asbury Lambdin moved to the 3d Georgia Vol Infantry while William Green and Walter S. Reviere joined the 3d U. S. Vol Engineers. The rest were discharged and have resumed previous occupations. The unit saw no major combat but endured Tampa’s “hot times” and gained useful experience.
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Georgia
Jnc. F. Howard
Co. F
Atlanta
Washington
Barnesville
Asbury Lambdin
3D Ga. Vol. Infantry
William Green
Walter S. Reviere
3D U. S
Fire Devastates Culloden Business District
A major blaze Friday gutted the west side of Culloden’s business district and destroyed the post office. Losses include H. T. Fitzpatrick 7000, E. T. Wynne 4000, B. B. McCowen 1500, O. O. Askin 1000, Mrs. Jordan 1, with most property insured and origin not yet known.
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Culloden
H. T. Fitzpatrick
E. T. Wynne
B. B. McCowen
O. O. Askin
Enthusiastic meeting backs a public library push
An enthusiastic gathering of ladies met at the Institute to promote a public library and cultural activities. The Shakespeare Club expanded with new officers including Mrs. Rogers and Mrs. Kennedy after reelecting Mrs. Lambdin and Mrs. Collier. A future meeting at Mrs. Kennedy’s on December 10 invites all interested. The Gazette was chosen as the club’s official organ, signaling a library addition to the city’s attractions.
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Institute
Shakesperean Club
A. M. Lambdin
J. C. Collier
L. K. Rogers
J. L. Kennedy
J. W. Reeves
J. T. Blalock
Belle Murphey
Ralston Health Club
Gazetve
Merv
J.T. Biatock
Sect
Protem
Nunnally’s Candies Advertised in Barnesville
Christmas消费者 urged to buy Nunnally’s candy from H. H. Gray in Barnesville or Atlanta factory outlets. Promotion claims superior quality and freshness direct from the factory.
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Nunnally’s
Barnesville
H. H. Gray
Atlanta
Barnesville Woman's Club Meeting Planned
Meeting set for Saturday at 2 PM at Mrs J L Kennedy's home. Program includes music by Lily Turner May Nottingham Mittie Rose, papers on world events and notable deaths, plus a discussion on library funding and plans for the Social and Dramatic Department. All ladies invited.
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Lily Turner
J. K. Lockett
May Nottingham
J. W. Reeves
Corinne Elder
J. F. Neely
Mittie Rose
Home Made Candy Dealers Open Shop
Misses Maggie and Francis Chambers begin Friday selling home made candy at Dr. W. A. Wright’s drug store. The candy is described as very best and delicious, likely to attract many customers. Shoppers are invited to visit and purchase.
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Maggie
Francis Chambers
W. A. Wright
Miss Nannie Howard Returns From Forsyth Visit
Miss Nannie Howard came back Monday from Forsyth after two weeks with relatives.
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Nannie Howard
Forsyth
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Edgar L. Rogers
Leo. Fresh
Aieb Backsaries
A. L. Mills
Santa Claus
Edwin Clapp
Barnesville, GA
P.S
Willis and
Bankston
Dr. Pierce
Jos
Henderson Dirklin
Osephine
New Orleans
Siling
Golden Medical
Pierce
Huastling Contractor
Barnesville Woman’s Club
John H. Blackburn
Morris Jacobs
Uils
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