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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1907
Page
2
A smear of medical ad copy claims Dr. Moree’s Favorite Prescription cures long standing female disorders by strengthening and regulating the whole system especially pelvic organs. It warns against harmful drugs and offers private correspondence and a fee for the 1000 page Horm’s Adviser.
In Memoriam for Susan Alford Jones born August 24 1840 in Troup County Ga died November 7 1907 after long illness. She lived mostly in Carroll County and married W T Jones September 76 1855. She forgave and guided her family, desired baptism if able, and lived a life of kindness and duty. Funeral was November 8 at old Whooping Creek Church Yard. Survived by four daughters and a son and her grieving husband. Grow Davenport
Notice to taxpayers says city taxes including ad valorem interest and sinking fund are due during November and December. Collections will occur in the mayor's office on Monday evenings and Friday mornings. Dec 1 deadline and extensions issued Jan 1 1908 with 7 percent interest. City Clerk E B Merrell and C T C sign.
A 19th century exhortation urges women and families to shift spending from luxury to education and reading, stressing moral duties, parental training, and the cultivation of virtuous marriages and responsible citizenship for a stable future. It argues mothers shape generations and calls for high ambition and communal improvement.
A speaker argues for a single moral standard for both genders. He claims a man should live as pure as he would have his wife live and criticizes double standards that ostracize women while excusing men.
An ancient Egyptian proverb from Ptahhotep urges husbands to care for their wives, keep peace at home, and present her with fine dress as a source of delight. The article notes the timeless relevance of this counsel, dating back roughly 3500 years.
A compact plea arguing that drunkards originate from unsafeguarded children who grow into drinking young men. The speaker emphasizes protecting children from all intoxicants to prevent future alcohol abuse and urges vigilant care of youth.
Neighbors and friends mourn the death of Allie Mae Williamson aged seventeen months and seven days. Funeral services were held at the West Avenue home then at Emmons church yard where she was laid to rest beside relatives. The family joins in prayer as the child rests with Jesus.
Robert O Burke of Elnor a New York writes of suffering heavy nighttime urination swelling and blurred vision from Brights disease before using Foley's Kidney Cure. After two to three bottles the dropsy disappeared and symptoms improved. Sold by Hamrick's Pharmacy.
In Memoriam notices recall the death of four year old Clara Cimmin of near Carrollton on October 19. The child, beloved and ill for a long time, is laid to rest at the M. E. Church South with funeral services held at eleven on the 26th and preached by Brother M. Estrozier.
Memorial note honors Robert Blalock who died October 29 1907. It praises his gentle nature and selflessness and recalls his readiness to meet death. The piece laments his loss and notes he leaves a vacancy in the circle of friends.
Notice from the Board of Education outlines the 1908 term for public schools. The six month year includes readings from Nov 18 to Dec 25 1907, Jan 1 to May 1 1908, and Jul 1 to Sep 15 1908. Long term schools receive pay for any six months taught during the year. J S Travis, C S C.
A new laxative named Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup is being marketed for liver vitality breath purification headache relief and digestion regulation. The agency was secured and Hamrick's Pharmacy is selling the product.
Newnan Ga advertises bookkeeping and shorthand courses at three dollars per month each and a telegraph course with unlimited scholarship offered at thirty dollars. The listing promotes Southern Business College and School of Telegraphy in Newnan.
Pneumonia often follows a cold but Fol ey's Honey and Tar stops the cough heals and strengthens the lungs help prevent pneumonia. Sold by Hamrick's Pharmacy.
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