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Carroll Free Press

Location

Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1912

Page

7

He Keeps Time, Stays On Schedule In Long Run

The speaker notes that he does more than waking you on time he maintains precise time lasting well. He upholds punctuality by not only getting you up but also staying on time and enduring.

Sunday School Class Entertained at Lawn Party

Miss Louise Askew hosted a Sunday School class gathering at her Alabama Street home last Wednesday afternoon. Members played games and enjoyed cream cake and watermelons. Attendees included Lucie Tanner, Katherine Stewart, Laura Kytle, Licystone, Loyce Smith, Carrie Key, Clarice Burnett, Mary Jennives, Gertrude and Katherine Askew of Atlanta, and Vivian Thornton of Atlanta.

Louise Askew Alabama St Lucie Tanner Katherine Stewart Laura Kytle Licystone Loyce Smith Carrie Key Clarice Burnett Mary Jennives Gertrude Katherine Askew Atlanta Vivian Thornton

Adamson of Georgia Sleeps on A Plank

Washington report notes Judge William Charles Adamson congressman from Georgia kept a Washington residence in the House office building. He fashioned a plank couch from a Georgia turpentine tree supported on soap boxes, covered with a blanket, allowing daily naps amid his work as chair of the interstate and foreign commerce committee. Local supporters see no objection, praising his ability to rest and remain diligent for his district.

Washington William Charles Adamson Fourth Georgia Congress Senate Adamson Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee Carrollton Congressional Directory Columbus Enquirer Sun

Iron Beds From $2 93 to $15 00 Now is Your Chance

J N Johnson offers iron beds at deep discounts with prices ranging from two dollars ninety three cents to fifteen dollars. Limited stock and hurry to secure savings.

J. N. Johnson

Community notices mix in Atlanta visits and local ads

Local society notes detail Miss Naomi Jones returning from Atlanta with Dr and Mrs Wiggins. many residents visiting relatives in Atlanta or Villa Rica. ad invites readers to read Dr Sheffer’s page 4 promotion. assorted items include sales of cotton baskets and harness repairs. social events hosted by Miss Hallie Tumlin and Miss Annie Perdue. various relatives and guests span Atlanta Eupora Birmingham Anniston and Decatur with mentions of shops and local services.

Naomi Jones W. D. Evans Atlanta Wiggins Eupora Souther Business College Hallie Tumiin W. Ju May Harwell Griffin L. Z. Dorsett Villa Rica Annie Mae Perdue C. M. Wiggins Eupora Wiss Nunnally's J. R. Holt! Drug Co Julia Hilley Cason Anniston Alice Weems Hallie Tomlin Mattie Mixon Helen Latimer Decatur Dr. Sheffer

For Sale Dwelling and Vacant Lot on South St

Ip W. J. Stewart offers a dwelling and one vacant lot on South Street for sale along with a fine milch cow and young calf.

South St

Iowa and Georgia farming contrasted by per acre value

Lem Banks in The Progressive Farmer notes Iowa has per acre crop value four to five dollars less than Georgia yet Iowa farms are wealthier and more fertile. He attributes Iowa’s advantage to proper use of livestock in farming, while Georgia lags in that regard.

Iowa Georgia Lowa Lem Banks

Dr Sheffer Ad and Carrollton Hardware Co Notice

Be sure you read Dr Sheffer s ad in this paper page 4 Bring us your Kodak finishing only 5c a print Buyers Screen doors windows and wire and the price is right Carrollton Hardware Co

Dr. Sheliurs Ad J. R. Holt Drug Co Dr. Sheffer Carrollton Hardware Co

Break Land Early For Fall Grains

Tait Butler advises breaking land for fall crops months before sowing to conserve moisture and improve seed beds. Disk hard soil with weeds, then plow and harrow repeatedly to free nutrients, reduce clods, and foster legume or cereal yields.

Tait Butler

Questioning Paul Trammell for Railroad Commission Seat Harmony

A reader questions whether removing Paul Trammell from the Railroad Commission seat is justified by public opinion or by Hoke Smith’s appointment. The note asks if the change is aimed at preserving harmony and whether the move serves the broader public interest.

Paul Trammell Railroad Commission Hoke Smith

Farewell to Mr Hesterlee of Sand Hill Ga

Gone but not lost this tribute recalls the death of Mr Hesterlee on June 3 1912 at Sand Hill Georgia. He is praised as a kind loving friend to all including children and a gentle neighbor who spoke harm to none. The article ends with a hopeful poem about heaven and reunion with loved ones in the hereafter.

Hesterlee Sand Hill Uncle Sim Jesus

Property for sale on Depot and Center streets

House and lot on Depot street and a vacant lot on Center street offered for sale. Includes a nice gentle horse, a new buggy and harness. See owner.

Depot Street Center Street

For Sale 100 Acres West of Jake Georgia Property

Land offer near Jake Georgia listing 100 acres with two dwellings and outbuildings, orchard, pasture, and reliable water. For further details contact Mrs Irene Miles or E J Kaylor in Carrollton Georgia.

Jake Irene Miles E. J. Kaylor Carrollton

All Grain Crops Most Promising in U. S. Harvest

The department of agriculture projects a record grain crop this year, far above last year and exceeding the ten year average. Total corn yield may reach 2,811,000,000 bushels, with wheat at 680,000,000, oats surpassing 1910, barley setting a new peak, rye matching 1910 at 350,000,000, and potatoes near 389,000,000 bushels, the best year since 1903.

Washington United States Department of Ariculture

Notice to Teachers on Monthly Reports and Pay

County Superintendent directs teachers to submit monthly reports promptly to expedite payment. Signed respectfully by E. T. Steed, C.S.S.

E. T. Steed C.S. S

For Sale Two 50 Acre Tracts North of Roopville Ga

Two 50 acre tracts are available one mile north of Roopville Georgia for purchase. Owner listed as Geo. Tumuin. Includes rural acreage suitable for farming or development. Contact for details and price.

Eor Roopville Geo Tumuin

Eye Sufferers Should Read Dr Shelfer Ad

Dr Shelfer's advertisement on page 4 urges eye patients to examine his offerings and services for vision care.

Dr. Shelfer Shelfer

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Big Ben Creel & Harper Jewelers Chichester Mae Puckett J. M. Butler George Morris Atlantia W. A. Cadle J. W. Pucket B. M. Thornton Marie Nixon Helen ‘Latimer Hallie Tumlin B. A. Hogan Hogansyville City J. L. Grice Gladys Thornton Newnan J. C. Thomas Bristol, Tenn Percy Smith Lallapoosa Grace Huey Harvey Hamrick Earl Sewell Thelma Lee Steed Koopville Oxblood. JR. Holt Drug Co Sam Hallam Little Son of Birmingham E. B. Martin Tampa Fla George Lovvorn Chattanooga Marie Bradley Annie Ruth Sewell Borden Springs Miss Sewell Miss Bradley Stella Edmondson Inez Robinson Edgar Henderson Cedartown Estelle Horseley West Point F. L. Lyle T. M. Lyle J. A. Lyle A. T. Jackson & Bro Parker & Wood O.ks J. R. T Drug Co A. KX. Snead J. M. Burns Misses Perdue Rome 1 Messrs Frank Pearce J. M. Hughens J. R. Dozier Calvin Webb Haleyville Alabama Hugh Stevens Mildred Grace Toney Clarence Nichols Chester, S. C Jean Archer Dixie St J. N Johnson W.C. Lyle Augusta Dr. Lyle Mrs W. A. Lyle W. F. Brown Bowdon Charles Williamson M. Butler W. J. Stewart Si Baskin Johnson Drug CO
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