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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1917
Page
8
J H Crosby of Griswoldville Georgia says Tanlac improved his wife Baye’s indigestion and nervous symptoms. He notes she gained weight, slept well, and few attacks since starting the medicine. Tanlac sold in Carrilston by Rod Crosa Drug Store and a nationwide agency.
A stark gospel appeal urges Christians to spread the Christian message to Jewish people. It portrays Jews as living in darkness without the Savior and frames donations as aiding the salvation of Jews through Rev. L. J. Ehrlich, based in Atlanta, Georgia.
London reports East Africa is completely cleared of the enemy per a 1 December telegram from General Vandaysater commander of the East African forces. German overseas possessions are said to be in Allied hands except for a naval German force that has taken refuge in Portuguese territory and faces measures to be dealt with.
At the suggestion of the Methodist Women's Missionary Society the City Council ordered the city clock struck three times at 9 30 each morning as a signal for all to pause in prayer for soldiers sailors and the nation. MES WW Baskin chair Carroll Co unit women committee National Defense.
The Carrollton Chapter of the American Red Cross thanks all who aided in staging the Womanless Wedding and for the public response. Special thanks go to Otis Barrow and those who helped make the Clay a success, Bowden, L. K. Smith, chairman, Naomi Jones, secretary.
A local Red Cross chapter urges recruitment as a membership campaign begins. People may join by sending a $1 fee to the Secretary or Treasurer or the Committee on Membership at Carrollton. Do not hand funds to other members except in authorized campaigns to avoid confusion.
West View School and the Mandeville Mills Canning Club hosted a Friday night program praised for music recitations dialogues and pan tomimes. Prizes were awarded for clean premises butter and milk production and garden produce with plans for a model cottage to teach modern home work next year.
Mr H D Nixon and wife from Salem with Mr R A Jones of Carrollton were driving to Atlanta last Sunday when a sharp curve forced them to avoid an oncoming car. Their vehicle struck a roadside bank. Mrs Nixon was thrown against the seat and her arm was crushed near the wrist but the others escaped injury.
Miss Ellea N Bentley and Geo E Storey were married in Carrollton on December 1 by Judge J T Norman. Storey serves at Camp Wheeler and Bentley hails from Palmetto. They departed for the groom’s parents near Roopville, with warm wishes from many friends.
Mrs Dollie Bass Basb8 Croft and Mr Joe H Croft quietly married at Rev Jessa M Dodd residence on Saturday evening December 3 officiating The couple's many friends extend congratulations.
In Carroll County a roll call on Judge Adamson’s successor extended over twenty four ballots from the 20th to the 28th. Carroll votes swung toward Persons as the group debated whether to back Chappe, but the chamber favored nominating a candidate and closing the process.
The report mocks convention behavior as delegates appear distracted and flirtatious while the aim remains nominating a congressman. Col Willis Smith of Carroll County energized the crowd with a strong appeal to rally behind Sid Holmeas, urging delegates to focus on the nomination at Greenville.
The Carroll County convention shows Col. Smith’s seat likely to be filled by Lucius I. Chappell with broad outside backing for his candidacy. W. C. Wright draws attention as an anxious figure, while Newnan’s presence is marked by a reserved stance. The session features sparing ballots and shifting loyalties as committees weigh their choices.
Information on nursing courses and guidance for stenographers and typists is available from Mrs W W Baskin, the Carroll County Chairman, Council of Information Bureau.
FOR RENT. S room house at No. 68 Dixie Street and 3 rooms for light housekeeping at No. 9 Austin Avenue. Apply to W. W. West.
A for sale notice offers a one fourth interest in the Bonita Theatre. The listing credits W. L. McClure as the seller and states the price of £1 12s 6d. The brief notice provides the property and seller name for interested bidders.
Editor Froeress announces voluntary subscriptions to a New Testament fund for soldiers sailors and aviator boys. Contributors listed include Mrs D Rogers Roverenece name G 040 W. T. Hamby Miss Edna Cook Mrs L Sims Mrs C Tf Stewart Weems O Baskin and Mrs J N Johnson totaling 7.45. No canvass has been done.
In a November 12, 1917 letter from France John Smith writes he is assigned to a post with some work and expects to stay through the winter. He praises his supervisor, notes good shelter food and comfort, and promises more details once settled, sending love to Mamma.
About midnight Wednesday a small house intended for shop purposes at 17 Lovyern Avenue in Mr. T. W. Moore's pasture was destroyed by fire. The fire company arrived as the flames were nearly out.
Dark red pointer male dog named Joe missing since 11-20-21 from Bowdon Georgia. Liberal reward offered for recovery. Contact Copeland at Bowdon Free Press for details.
The Brethren column notes no buyer has been found yet for the Going Out of Business Base items. The writers acknowledge difficulty in selling everything without buyers and state the situation is now in the hands of the people, who are urged to consider the remarkable bargains offered.
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