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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1908
Page
1
The Christian Church announces next Sunday evening August 76th Powell the pastor will preach on Power of Little Things. Ed Reaves leads song service at 7 45 and Sunday School at 10 am under L K Smith. Powell will give a 20 minute address on Prayer following the Sunday School.
J. M. Burns announces candidacy for mayor of Carrollton subject to the coming primary. He pledges conservative and economical administration and asks for voters support to discharge the duties of the office to the best of his ability.
Mr. W. Stone of East Poland recommends Bucklen's Arnica Salve for sore feet and for healing burns, cuts, and abrasions. The product is sold at W. E. Johnson's drugstore for 25 cents under guarantee, with claims of usefulness for piles as well.
Mrs. W L Fitts wife of Dr W L Fitts died at her home on Dixie street on Wednesday August 26 at about 5 pm after a long illness. The bereaved family and friends express sympathy as funeral services will be held at the house on Friday the 28th at 9 am.
The Central of Georgia Railway uses its Chattanooga Division for more freight than any other line in the state. About eighteen to twenty freights run daily between Chattanooga and Griffin, with thirty or more locomotives in service and steady work for many employees after months of disruption. Alabama coal strikes drive southeastern supply, boosting traffic.
Judge W C Adamson congressman from the Fourth District visited Columbus and shared optimism about the Democratic presidential bid He dismissed Republican doubtful state labels citing Georgia as not doubtful He urged Georgia voters to cast a full ballot to ensure a large Democratic majority and praised William Jennings Bryan as a strong campaigner
Notice to white voters of Carrollton that an election is called at the courthouse on September 12 1908 to nominate a Mayor and City Councilmen and two school board members. Election to be held during legal hours. J B Martin chair E M Bass secretary.
On Saturday September the Bassin family from this and nearby counties will hold a reunion at Concord Church near Hickory Level. Attendees expect a large turnout with talks singing and social intercourse. Each family will bring a basket dinner.
White citizens and legal voters of Carrollton are notified to meet in the courthouse at 16 o'clock a m on Sept 12 1908 to elect a new Executive Committee for the ensuing year J B Martin chairmen
Baskin and Baskin continues a storewide sale on summer clothing and underwear with discounts across all items. The campaign promotes a full stock clearance through the season.
The Mandeville and Henderson families announce the marriage of Mise Nell Mandeville and Mr. Chas Kenogn Henderson in Carrollton Presbyterian Church. The ceremony featured elaborate floral decor, a Mendelssohn Wedding March processional, and a reception at the Mandeville home with gifts including a silver chest and a $1,000 check. The couple departed for a North Georgia mountains trip after the celebration.
Program for the Brotherhood Presbyterian Church on Wednesday September 2 1908 at o'clock p m Leader J R Dozier Roll call each member names a favorite Bible character Repeat Lord's Prayer all present Song Scripture Lesson Psalm 19 Topic Why should we know something about the Bible Call roll backward and let each member answer Short talks by L C Mandeville Sr S t Holderness Sr T W Dimmock Sr Prayer Shake hands and adjourn
Public Schools for the city of Carrollton will open Monday morning September 1 with a full corps of teachers. All pupils expected to enter should be present at the opening.
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