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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1910
Page
1
A partial OCR item notes Hoke Smith's state victory by a large margin with a message about a lost fountain pen between a store and residence. It mentions Weems O Baskin and a request to return the item if found. The readable text is fragmented and lacks full context.
A Free Press visit to the A. M. Fair Grounds reports the driveway near half a mile long is being paved and work on the grand stand exhibits and livestock buildings will start now after lumber contracts were let. Mr Heaton seeks more mules and asks to contact him, noting volunteers from returning teams are en route to help on the racetrack. Some counties may be prorated and the convention vote split between Smith and Brown if Walker failed to reach a quarter.
The writer notes a quiet Primary Election on the 23rd with broad support for Hon. Hoke Smith as the gubernatorial candidate. They urge unity for Georgia’s prosperity and congratulate all nominated officers, aiming to elect Smith and strengthen state leadership.
Hoke Smith to be formally nominated as the Democratic candidate to succeed Gov. Joseph M. Brown at the state convention in Atlanta on September 1. The event will be held in the auditorium armory and called to order at 10 by Editor Charles P. Pendleton of the Macon Telegraph. Carroll County delegates listed.
In Carollton last Sunday afternoon Geo L Hamrick and Jenoie Mae Walker wed at five o clock after a walk at the Roop home. Rev J M Dodd officiated. Mrs Hamrick is daughter of C L Walker and well regarded. Mr Hamrick runs a leading local jewelry and drug business. Friends extend best wishes for a joyful life ahead.
The A. M. Fair will feature many new attractions and educational exhibits. Attendance is expected to surpass previous years with plans for floats and advertising as the event approaches. Notable guests and amusements are anticipated, and the Free Press will provide updates.
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