Christmas Packages for Uncle Sam's Boys
The American Red Cross with three million members finalized plans for Christmas packages for every soldier and sailor in national service. Cantonments and trenches will host tree lightings and pageants with 400,000 new recruits invited. packages will include writing paper, pipes, tobacco, cigars, unbreakable mirrors, games, handkerchiefs, and clothing comforts. Volunteers urge donations for items and wrapping details, with children aiding in assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Tome
Red Cross
Community Christ
France
Atlantic
Red Cross War Fund
Haiti
San Domingo
General Pershing
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Endorsed by Reader
Mrs. John Bourne of Ville Brussels Wisconsin says she has used Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for years and would never be without it in the house. The product is advertised as a cure for irritating coughing and is sold by Red Cross Drug Store in Carrollton Georgia.
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Foley
John Bourneville
Brussels
Wis
Red Cross Ding
Carrollton
Lincoln's 1839 pledge in Illinois State House speech
Abraham Lincoln declared a steadfast oath to defend the nation's liberty and rights, pledging that if others faltered he would stand firm. He spoke from the Illinois State House in Springfield in December 1839, urging unwavering resolve against oppressors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abraham Lincoln
State House
Springfiled
Deceber
Foley's King of Malaria Chill Tonic Ad
An old advertisement touts Foley's King of Malaria Chill Tonic for malaria chills fever and sweats claiming quinine taste masking and tonic iron benefits. It promotes appetite strength and energy and lists Red Cross Drug Store Carrollton GA as seller. Also included is a sale notice for two registered Duroc Jersey pigs six weeks old priced at 25 dollars with papers, buyer may purchase male or female separately by Roger Mefks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Red Cross Drug Store
Carrollton
Duroc Jersey
Roger Mefks
Veal's Annual Singing Ends With Officers Election
Veal community gathered August 17, 1927 for their annual union singing. Prof. W A Yates led, followed by prayer by M J Brook. Officers elected: W B McLendon president, M J Brook secretary, C B Crews, J W Simpkins, J E B Yates arranged committees. Contained 60 minute music sessions led by Brook, Yates, Simpkins, McLendon, and Gentry. Class sessions conducted by Chambers and Yates with benediction by W V Brook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vaal
W. A. Yates
Jesus
M. J. Brook
W.B. McLendon
C. B. Crews
J. W. Simpkins
J. E. B. Yates
W. Simpkins
W. B. McLendon
F. P. Gentry
J. M. Spruell
W. M. Chambers
W. V Brook
Boldize Boy A Mother's Pride and War Separation
A poetry piece recalls a mother’s pride in her only son as he heads to war, with bittersweet images of parting from home, awaiting letters, and hopeful reunion. John, a brave lad, leaves with friends Roy and a lover, bound for duty, while the mother waits and prays.
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Sam
Cuma
Roy
100 000 000 to reclaim physically rejected men
Dr John H Quayle of Cleveland says ninety percent of men rejected for physical disabilities can be reclaimed for military service. A bill by Senator Pomerene seeks $1000000 to fund reclamation camps alongside regular training camps. Quayle notes many defects are minor and correctable upon reexamination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
John H. Quayle
Cleveland
Senate
Pomerene
Quayle
The Mule Poem From The Cottage Farmer
A verse from The Cottage Farmer describes a mule as comic and powerful. It jokes about the mule’s stubborn, dangerous nature and the idea that heaven can be reached by pulling the tassel on its tail. The piece mixes humor with a wary respect for the animal.
In Memoriam for L D McWhorter Dies at 54
An obituary notes the death of L D McWhorter at age 54 on March 1917. He leaves a wife eight children two grandchildren a brother a sister and a mother. The writer recalls his kindness, public spirit, and adherence to the golden rule, and expresses condolence to the bereaved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. McWhorter
Sta Cartly
Mr. McWhorter
Earth
Testimonial From Mrs Laura Beall On Foley's Kidney Pills
Mrs Laura Beall of Plattsburg Mississippi reports persistent left side pain and poor health until using Foley's Kidney Pills. She claims two bottles restored her health after doctors medicine failed. Sold by Red Cross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Beall
Plattsburg
Miss
Foley
Red Cross Drug Store
Carrollton
Hall Plans To Sow 10000 Acres Of Wheat In Hall
Hall county plans to sow ten thousand acres of wheat producing about 150,900 bushels, enough bread for every resident. County food corner and demonstration agent Eugens Baker announce the project aimed at cash value for farmers and soil health, with government price support at two dollars per northern No 1 wheat, about 2.15 for local wheat.
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Gainesville
Hall County
Hall County Food Corner
North Georgia
Catarrh Treatment Promises Relief by S. S. S.
An advertisement urges rapid action against catarrh by using S. S. S to cleanse germs from the blood. It warns against surface remedies and claims the tonic destroys infection, offering medical advice from the Swift Specific Co. and directing readers to write to its Atlanta, Georgia address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta
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J. E Cramer
First National Bank
Keoma
Omee
Reese
T. W. Reeves
Fice
John Hudson
Villa Rica
Betty Reynolds Cobb
Holderness Building
Carrollton, GA
H. J. Goodwyn
Goodwyn
Georgia
Homer L. Barker
W. L. Fitts
W. T. Creel
Creel & Harper
Carrollion, Ga
L. J. Brock
First National
Shirley C. Boykin
Kin & Boykin
B. Carsollton, Georgia
Emmett Smith
Stewart Building
Harry T. Bledsoe
Tos
P. B
E. T. Steed
R. W. Jones
R. D. Jackson
R. D. Jackson & Son
Carroll and
Haralson
J. D. Hamrick
M. D
AMT
Chichester
Uncle Sam's Boys
Veal
John
Charlaie Maa Holmes
Buzz
Tuto
Memoriam
Falock
Carrollton Drug Company
Hall
Eugens Baker
Raymond Robinson
S. C
Central Georgia Railway
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