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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1911
Page
4
The piece argues that local option in Georgia lacks support and prohibition will persist. It advises farmers to plant more grain and cut cotton acreage next year, noting farming advances lessen yield differences with reduced acreage. It urges peace after vindication of Hoke Smith and Joseph Brown and calls for united support in Georgia’s interests.
The article notes signs that Progressives may dominate the national scene in the upcoming presidential race. It suggests Governor Woodrow Wilson as the logical standard bearer for democracy, while Judson Harmon or Oscar Underwood are also viewed as strong presidential timber options.
The public shows little interest in governor candidates or a state convention, focusing instead on cotton prices and state upbuilding. The executive committee should serve out its two year term, as they aimed to quell factional tensions despite a provocation from Judge Arnold.
A reflective holiday message urges compassion and giving. It notes low cotton prices but abundant crops and strong climate, urging every person to help the needy and pursue happiness for neighbors during the season.
Officials label the No. 80 hold up a professional job with two men matching known descriptions seen between Hardeeville and Savannah. Fifty five registered packages vanished though contents are unknown. Coast Line detectives pursue the case with a $500 reward for arrest and conviction. The express car’s position on the second section during peak season aided the thieves.
150 acres with six room house, good water, new barn, near school and churches within Whitesburg town limits. Contact Jas A. Kelley at Whitesburg Banking Co. Found a dark red milk cow, dehorned, about 600 700 pounds. Owner may claim by paying expenses and advertising costs at Lonie Winters residence Carrollton Route 9.
Numerous short items list cut glass bargains at J R Holt Drug Co and Turner's Ten Cent Store. It notes residents visiting, holidays travel, and a Fire Department bazaar at G M Holmes soda fountain to fund a lighter wagon, with organizers Hulett Askew Robt Bledsoe and others.
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