Notes About Town in Nearby Barnesville
A collection of small town items reports a Warm Springs professor’s dog finding its way home sixty miles to the Tigners in her county, a local man moving to Barnesville, a chicken that speaks after hatching, and criticism of Hon. T J Barret over Ocala platform resolutions. Also noted are rain-making discussions, Baptist delegates heading to Meansville, upcoming Barnesville marriages, a Griffin visit, and a Canton boy’s severe smoking related paralysis warning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Tigner
Warm Springs
Mr. W. Stafford
Barnesville
Tigners
T. J. Barret
Rome
Meriwether Planter Readers Hear Local Church Call
The Meriwether Planter notes Rev A C Wellens is unanimously chosen to serve the Baptist church for the ensuing year. A letter from R G Matthews recounts a murder in Sportanburg South Carolina and harsh remarks about the perpetrator. Cotton prospects are good and weather remains dry but cloudy with rain anticipated. Gov Northen plans to attend the Centennial association at Meansville over the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
Tonorrow
Centennial Association
Meansville
A. C. Wellens
Wellens
Meriwether
R. G. Matthews
Hanttoan
Sportanburg
S. C
Matthews
Mr. Matthews
W. J. Northen
Local Homes Show Off New Improvements Across Town
Improvements accompany several residents. George Hightower adds a handsome veranda on Railroad street. Will Taylor nears completion of a two story building on Brown's Avenue. C W Brown repaints Zebulon street house. Thomas Prahan nears moving into his Zebulon street home. Summers and Maurphy expand their carriage factory. Ed Rogers moves into a well furnished Forsyth street residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hightower
Railroad Street
Will Taylor
Brown's Avenue
Ed Rogers
Forsyth Street
Thanking Fire Companies for Quick Response at My House
A resident thanks two efficient fire companies and the Hook & Ladder Co for prompt action in extinguishing and preventing spread of a Friday house fire. The writer, W. Starrorp, expresses pride and offers a $10 bill to their treasurer as appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hook & Ladder
Hook & Ladder Co
Parson and Turk of Barnesville in local society tales
A survey of colorful town figures and gossip in Barnesville asks who the Parson and Turk of Barnesville are, who the Repro originated from, why Geog Grice visits Milner, and who counted cross-ties from Griffin. It also probes who the bothered clerk is, which Barnesville boy has never been in love, and who sings dedication to Maggie. The piece names local characters, suitors, and social curiosities shaping town gossip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnesville
Griffin
Barnesville Boys
McElvin Epps Tie The Knot At Family Home
On Sunday morning the 20th, at the bride’s father’s residence, Mr. Jack McElvin and Miss E Epps were married. Rev. Br. W. Graham officiated and the couple left for the groom’s father’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack McElvin
Miss E Epps
Br. W. Graham
Mrs G W Speigle Sets Latest Millinery Styles
Mrs G W Speigle returns from Neork and advertises the season s newest fashions. A well known tradeswoman, she pleases customers and invites readers to visit for millinery purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Speigle
Neork
Notice on Account Settlement at Higftower’s Drug Store
Our books are at Higftower's Drug Store where accounts can be settled. Perpurz and Brown. M. D.
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Higftower
Perpurz & Brown
M. D
W. M. Taylor Cash Grocery Ad Promises Low Prices
A local grocery and confectionery shop owner announces a cash system with lower prices and fresh goods. The ad promises courteous service and prompt fulfillment, urging readers to view today's advertisement and visit for purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Taylor
Farming Proposal For Large Grass Harvest Near Barnesville
A farmer offers to grow and harvest 1000 to 10000 acres of grass for the next year within ten miles of Barnesville. He will provide mower, hay rake, and baler and cut rake and bale for two fifths, leaving the farmer three fifths for soil prep and grass growth. Plowing must occur in late May or early June. Signed W. H. Farrerr, Yankee. 4t. Oct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnesville
Local Notices From A Small Town Social Scene
Mr J B P Milner visits this week while Miss Tennant of Greenville visits Mrs Downing Ole Street. Mr Marcus Bussey has been ill but is expected to recover soon. Col Ben Tysinger a young Thomaston lawyer was seen in the city Wednesday. Miss Doya Candler left for Gatland Ark for a stay. Mr C D Matthews and Ian left yesterday for Talbot for future plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Reviere
Wiley Anderson
W. J. Matthews
Gene Whitaker
Mr. Anderson
Miss Tennant of
Greenville
Mrs. Downing Ole Street
Marcus Bussey
Col
Ben Tysinger
Thomaston
City
Doya Candler
Gatland Ark
Mr. C.D
Matthews
Ian
Talbot A
For Sale or Rent Land Near Barnesville on Culloden Road
Classified notice offers 4 100 1c acres of land with improvements 3 or 4 miles from Barnesville on Culloden road. Bargain sought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnesville
Culloden Road
Fire breaks out in Mr. W. A. W. Martins house
Last Friday morning the city heard the fire bell and the fire department rushed to a blaze at Mr. W. A. W. Martins house. The home burned completely but nearby structures were saved thanks to the quick work of Hook and Ladder company and assistance from the Jeff Davis Fire Co. who provided an engine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. W. Martin
Jeff Davis Fire Co
Advanta
Pleasant party honors Miss Dora Candler at Smith home
A most pleasant party was hosted Tuesday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. Smith in honor of Miss Dora Candler. The event featured warm hospitality and light entertainment. Also noted is the opening of a dress making department at J. T. Blair Store managed by Mag. Lurie Apamd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rogers
J. T. Blair
Mag
Lurie
Ditch Cleaning Suggestion Near Brown Avenue
A suggestion requests the ditch west of Brown Avenue be cleaned to improve drainage for the business district. The note mentions the mayoralty and lists an initial signature as J. M. and four others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dermen
Brown Avenue
Alliance Rally Promises Major Day in Bulon
Pike predicts one of the season’s largest alliance events to be held in Bulon on Friday October 9 with speakers including Captain Evan P Howell and Hon Bill Clifton of Chatham. Pike and allied counties mobilize in full force for a day seen as likely the state’s top rally.
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Tts
Pike
Bulon
Evan P. Howell
Bill Clifton
Chatham
John TY. Boirdlet
Macon
Grand Jury Requests Sam Jones and Sam Small
Floyd County grand jury has summoned Revs Sam Jones and Sam Small to testify about recent statements concerning their income. The event is described as an amusing incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Floyd County
Sam Jones
Sam Small
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Edgar L. Rogers
New Fall Goods
Middle Georgia
Atlanta
Sea Island
Howard and Collier
R.l.buse
Mens & Boys
Murphey & Stroud
Dick Wooten
Strouds
Adgers
Gordon Institute
Young
S. B. Gray
Fannie E. Elder
R. E. Poe
Yesterdy
Miss Rogers
A. C. Rogers
Canton
Jimmie Hardin
Jimmie
Georgia
Gorden Institute
Thomas Prahan
Zebulon Street
Jed
Messrs. Summers and
Maurphy
Tere
W. Starrorp
Ted
Geog Grice
Milner
Maggie
Presley
Dude
Jim Cochran
John Dunn
Queen
Bob Bush
Henry Lady
THE
W. H. Farrerr
Yankee
Mr. J. B. P. Milner
Very
Sadpor
City Property
Gonville
J. B. Baxxston
J. M
Alliance Rally
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