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Carroll Free Press

Location

Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1916

Page

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Obituary for Carrollton Resident W A Lyle

Carrollton mourns Mr W A Lyle sixty three died last Saturday after long illness. Born in Carroll county he lived here all his life and guided local business. Funeral services conducted by Dr W B Dillard. interment at city cemetery. Survived by widow three sons Dr W A Lyte and A M Lyle of Augusta and Chas A Lyle cashier of First National Bank plus brothers and sisters.

Cll W. Lyle Mr. Lyle Carroll County Carrollton Lyle W. C. Lyle Augusta Lyte Covent Methodist Church W. B. Dillard LeGrange Hell Dixie Street City Cemetery W. A. Lyte A. M. Lyle Chas. A. Lyle First National Bank

Boys Corn Club Holds Annual Meeting in Carroll County

The Carroll County Boys Corn and Pig Club held its large annual meeting at the early hall auditorium Saturday with notable addresses from Dr William Bradford and Prof W K Whatley. Mrs Wheeler spoke on girl club work and Dr Robert W Jones on better living and cooking. County Agent ET Jackson outlined 1947 club plans as prizes await those who file reports. a Bonita Theatre motion picture capped the day.

Carroll County Boys Corn and Pig Lab William Bradford Cedartown W. K. Whatley ET. Jarkson Mos. Jackson Bonita Theatre D Jackson Free Press Cory

Tabernacle Baptist Church Announces Sunday School Changes

The Sunday School starts at 9 45 with expected changes and all members urged to attend. Wednesday prayer service is at 623 followed by choir practice. No Sunday evening service as Rev WT Hamby of the Methodist church preaches here his first sermon.

WT. Hamby Methodist Church

Lime for wheat claim to boost yields with high lime content

An advertorial note promotes 98 per cent lime products from Benovat Stewart and Flemly to increase wheat yields, asserting strong effectiveness for farmers.

Benovat Stewart & Flemly

Carrollton Bank Named County Depository

The Carrollton Bank was designated depository for Carroll County funds for 17 years by the county financial commission. It offered six and one half percent interest with no overdraft charges, competing with Citizens Bank, Merchants & Phinters Bank Bowdon, and First National Bank Carrollton. A $120,000 bond is required, and average balances are estimated near $80,000, promising about 32,000 annual revenue.

Carrollton Bank Carero County Griffin Milltown Corrollion Bank Citizens Bank Merchants & Phinters Bank of Bowdon First National Bank of Carrollton Financial Commission

When We Were Twenty One Play Delayed Civic Benefit

The Players' Club postponed the civic benefit date to Friday night for a comedy by H V Esmond titled When We Were Twenty One. Omar V. Fowler directs with Reba Garrett as Miss Elliot and Bernice Acklin as Mrs. Carewe among a cast of prominent players. Proceeds support the Civic Club lawn beautification project. General admission 25 cents.

Civic Club Players’ Club Omar V. Fowler England H. V. Esmond Maxine Elliot Nat Goodwin Reba Garrett Miss Elliot Robert Kinnabrew Constance Gallier WB. Torton Arnold Daly East Richard Terrence Miles Audaine W. H. Hortonarth Mrs. Jobert Kingabrew Rudgie Culpepper O. V. Towler Babette Millred Camp

Sale of T C Roberts Estate Property in Carroll County

Administratrix Fannie Roberts announces the Administratrix sale ordered by the court of ordinary of Carroll County. On the first Tuesday in January 1917 cash will be received by bidding at public outcry before the courthouse door for about twenty one acres in lot No 63, lot description including many measurements, to pay debts and distribution for the late T C Roberts.

Via Carroll County Court of Ordinary Said Follo Ains Jlo T. C. Roberts Fannie, Roberts

Destructive Fire Destroys Lloyd Griffin Place in Carrollton

Early last Saturday a large frame building known as the Lloyd Griffin place on Depot street burned completely. Policeman M C Harper lived there and woke a guest as the structure fell to the flames. Most furniture was lost, some damage to the Tabernacle Baptist church occurred, and insurance partially covered losses. Chief Dempsey urged quick alarms and caution as dead grass and leaves burn, noting telephone delays hinder firefighting.

Carrollton Southland Dixie House Lloyd Griffin Place Depot Street Forer M. C. Harper Mesa Dempsey Sotie Tittle Vicirm

First Baptist Notes and Sunday Schedule at Carrollton

The First Baptist notes detail a 2 o clock Sabbath service, midweek topic Our Convention Charities, and an Annual Election Day with members urged to vote. The morning sermon is The Spirit-filled Life and the church plans joint worship with First Methodist and a welcome for Rev. Wn. Thunby. Proceeds support the Orphans Home at Hapeville with a Sunday School birthday offering. The piece also includes reflections on sheepkeeping as a moral lesson and notes on destiny, judgment, and the death of Jesus Christ.

Ita First Baptist First Methodist Carrolfton Wn. Thunby Commerce Convention Oriphans Hapeville Poods Lodo

Public Sale at J D Brazil Farm Near Carrollton

Public sale at my home on December 4 features one mule cone wagon buggy corn fodder nuts hay farming tools stove feather bed and other household goods. Terms cash. J D Brazil Carrollton Route 7 Alibanut Street Jersey City.

J.D. Brazil Carrollton Alibanut St Jersey City

Norman Re-elected Justice of the Peace in Carrollton

Norman was re-elected as Justice of the Peace in Carrollton in last Saturday's election, polling 544 votes. The article notes his long service, trials, and many suits filed. two weeks remain in the race for a $300.00 prize. Jones led the ticket for bailiff with 34 votes, Brown received 225, and other local offices are listed with names such as WM. Jone and J. W. Brown along with associates.

Norman Carrolltonn LW. M. Jones W. Brown Bill Driles Constable Wats WM. Jone J. W. Brown Philly PO Jackson Grice T. A. Hilton

Barrollton Police Add One Officer For Winter Months

At a regular minor town council meeting, Barrollton added one officer to the police force for the winter, with M. Phillips elected to night duty from now until March 1. The Free Press contest nears close with Dec 22 prize awards, urging readers to vote and boost standings for cash prizes.

W.ia Phillips Barrollton Wid Council Peeniy Map Phillips Nyna

Death Claims A Little Child Died In Newnan

A child of Mr. and Mrs. A Turner died at Newnan Sunday night. The body was brought to Carrollton Monday noon and taken to Stripling's Chapel for burial after suffering from stomach trouble. The surrounding lines list rural routes and contestants, including divisions and post offices in Heard Coweta and Carroll counties with numerous names and route numbers.

A. Turner Newnan Carrollton Stripling Sumner

Annette Kellerman in Neptune's Daughter at Bonita Friday

Annette Kellerman stars in Neptune's Daughter at Bonita Friday for one day only. The feature promises spectacular diving and water feats with Kellerman touted as a famed world renowned diver. Tickets 20 cents for adults and children. no script accepted.

Annette Kellerman Neptune's Daughter Bonita Fetery Kellerman Venus Vers DeMiro Diana

Bonita Theatre Welcomes Back McClure as Manager

McClure resumes management of the Bonita theatre and urges patronage from theatergoers. He unveils a new projection model and a modern bus heater. The venue has been fumigated for public safety and comfort. A film titled The el ig-Bit Ein is set to be shown at the city hall later.

McClure Bonita Theatre Bonita

Carrollton Nursery Offer and City Ordinance Text

An 1931 notice includes a casual nursery ad offering 40 two year old trees for customers and a formal ordinance about regulating junk dealing. The ordinance prohibits rag and junk storage near streets and residences and sets distance requirements for business locations. It repeals conflicting ordinances and is dated December 4, 1936.

James H. Turner Carrollton Nursery Carrollton

Library membership drive seeks two hundred pledges

The library directors aim to enroll 200 members each pledging fifty cents annually for nine years to support the library. A committee will recruit donors, and contributions should be sent to Rev. J. Gordon to join the membership roll. Miss Mary Lou New hosted the A L circle of the Baptist church missionary society Monday afternoon.

J. Bo Gordon Mary Lou New Se Teeiery The Baptist Church Mon Uity

Card of Thanks for sympathy during bereavement

Mrs W A Lyle and family thank friends for sympathy during their bereavement. Includes note of appreciation from Dr and Mrs Kale and Mr and Mrs Lyle. Also mentions stock offer and a local contact. Griffin visiting Geilla.

W. A. Lyle W. JG. Kale

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