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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
4
The Carroll Free Press SEMI- ene notes the paper’s post office entry at Carrollton Georgia as a second class mail matter, indicating its publication status and distribution method.
The piece argues Harding and Cox will win in November and that business and industry will not face major upheaval. It notes no desire for radical government overhauls, cites a strong transport and financial framework, and expects dull midsummer tones followed by a brisk campaign and no industrial distress regardless of the election outcome.
The piece argues that high quality printing can be done in Carrollton, not only in large cities. In small shops, printers dedicate care to each job, unlike rushed big-city shops. It urges readers to test a local print job to see the difference.
A garation season winds down with few postcards bearing the phrase Wish you were here. The note hints at sparse greetings as the holiday period nears its end.
A strongly worded rebuke targets an unnamed intruder, accusing him of imposing his views about the country while needing a bath and disinfectant for his breath, Bélah. The remark frames the intrusion as disrespectful and unpalatable.
A garbled OCR style note references a “Situation Wanted” float and fake oil advertising, criticizing big advertisers as suckers and mentioning a late year. It reads as fragmented chatter about employment notices and deceptive ads in a bygone paper.
Reports from London outline ongoing Polish crisis developments and allied diplomacy. Britain plans talks with France and Russia to decide next steps, while Kamenets remains in contact with Moscow. Aims center on halting Red Army advances into Poland and coordinating possible armistice terms.
Baltimore city police have no legal power to arrest for Volstead act violations or to execute federal processes under it. State's Attorney General Armstrong ruled after inquiries from the police commissioner, stating Baltimore officers cannot enforce prohibition arrests by virtue of their office.
Washington reports the Republican National Committee will open a Southern headquarters in the capital with Representative Sleep of Virginia in charge. It marks the first time the party maintains a dedicated Southern headquarters in history.
Berlin asserts it will prevent foreign troops from passing through Germany to aid Poland. Dr Walter Simons, German foreign minister, warned the move would be treated as a violation of German soil and Germany would fight if necessary. Washington meanwhile allows railroads to disregard new fare regulations until November 1 to ease revised pricing. This applies to both passenger and freight rates to simplify readjustments after earlier increases.
Dan T. Cowart, leader of Waycross Law and Order League, sells watermelons from his business after hours with a motto urging customers to take their choice and place the quarter under the door. He claims trust in customers and uses a theater-going lifestyle to describe the scheme.
Grumbleville locals spent Sunday with relatives and friends noting rain canceled camp meeting and social visits. Protracted meeting set for August 20 at Miller's Academy with many invited, while various residents reported visitors, motor car purchase, and greetings from nearby towns.
Mr and Mrs J C Bass and their child spent several days with their uncle Dan Reeves and family in Westbrook during the early part of the week.
Miss Myrtie Jones stayed with Misses Rebecca and Jewell Driver Saturday night. Westbrook couple Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Smith visit Mrs. Smith’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Tom Drake. Alma Gladney spent Thursday night with Velma Driver. Will Driver visits his parents near Old Carrollton. Mrs. W. T. Heath guests of Mrs. J. J. Crawford. J. C. Bass and family visit Rey. 8. E. Wilson of Croza Pining, Measra. George and Sidney Phillips pass through en route to Cross Plains for preaching. Ephriam Gladney spends Thursday night with Dan Reaven and family. Otto Hudson with wife and daughter Effie guests of T. W. Gladney. Will Drake hauling wood. Mrs. T. W. Gladney and Alma visit Mrs. Will Driver and daughter Valma. Little Miss Gonatte Driver of Alabama visiting cousin Inez Driver. Joe Land homes from Wins ton area after visiting Andrew Fincher. Ephriom Gladney spends Tuesday night with Otto Hudson and family.
Report notes widespread sugar on hand reducing urgency to buy. Observers cite growing household inventories and steadier consumer access influencing prices and demand patterns.
Midway Misa Vida Smith visited sister Mrs. J TH Ford on Sunday. William Bennett visited Agsber y Smith on Saturday. Ina V. Robinson stayed Friday with Miss Emmia Hill. Mrs. Mary Bates visited Wednesday with Mrs. J R Robinson Wiley Route 2. Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Oma Phillips stayed Wednesday with Mrs. J B Phillips. Several from here attended a Sunday meeting at Poplar Springs. Bruce and Joel Robinson visited Thursday with Perry. J BR Ford and Ashbery Smith made business trips to Tallapoosa on Monday.
Mrs John R Spence died after a brief illness at her Lowell home last Saturday. Burial followed on Sunday in Lowell. The funeral was conducted by Rev W A Woodruff of Roppville. She is survived by her husband five sons two daughters and her mother. Before marriage she was Miss Euln Foster of McDonough. The family has broad sympathy from friends.
A concise note suggests enjoying the summer by remaining home and avoiding travel. It offers a calm alternative to traditional vacations and emphasizes relaxation over activity.
A playful question notes a common urban pattern where shops occupy street level for visibility and foot traffic, while professional offices such as a dentist’s practice are placed upstairs for quieter spaces and privacy, reflecting building zoning and business needs.
Readers are invited to renew for another year as the publication signals it has prepared a prepared acceptance speech for forthcoming plans and continued coverage.
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