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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1909
Page
1
An exchange quote extols advertising as a moving machine in harvest of dollars a silent salesman never grumbles working untiringly a ballast against storms a ship carrying a merchant across treacherous seas a steel girdle against bankruptcy making the believer richer and his business a pleasure Fry it.
A J Baskin Co offers wrapping weighing and mailing of packages with a focus on customer pleasure. The service highlights careful handling and efficient processing for customers sending items by mail.
The aged, highly esteemed Mrs Spurlock died at her daughter Mrs J A Rhody’s Rome Street home Sunday morning the 12th. A devout Baptist member, she will be missed by longtime friends and family. Funeral services were held the afternoon of the 13th at the First Baptist Church, conducted by her pastor, as relatives and friends extend sympathy.
Mr and Mrs Lee Mandeville hosted friends at the Halgeon Club on Friday night. Guests enjoyed bridge and dominoes followed by cream chicken sandwiches olives crackers and hot chocolate. Attendees included Mr and Mrs C E Roop Mr and Mrs J G Cheney Mr and Chas Lyle Mr and Mr Jno Newell Misses Marie Bradley Mary Camp Eugenia Mandeville Messera Galbreath Appleton Mandeville G C Cook and L Walker.
A Bremen Gateway clipping praises Dr J D Hamrick, an optician in Carrollton, Georgia, urging readers to consult him instead of “quacks” for eyeglasses. The note credits local neighbors for recognizing a good service.
Sam offers loans on improved farms in Carroll County with liberal repayment terms. Those needing money should contact L. Z. Dorsett at the Roop building in Carrollton, Georgia, for favorable terms and details.
A western editor seeks a clever method to pressure unpaid subscribers. He offers a $2.30 prize plus a one year subscription to the paper Cit izen Twiggs for the best written solution to the outlined payment problem. The note highlights cries for extra copies and ante bellum style demands.
A reflective note urges turning trouble into service by aiding others. The message highlights practical kindness as a path to a better life and community spirit.
The pay of the teachers, now dispensed by the state, will come not as a gift but as a due for a most worthy class of laborers.
The Free Press management announces a goal to publish a better newspaper in the coming year, signaling improvements and higher standards for readers in Carrollton.
The text urges putting aside kicking, complaints, bickerings, and unkind criticisms. It calls for love and kindness to prevail during the season of especial good will.
Authorities warn that living costs have nearly reached peak levels and urge economy in the coming year. They emphasize helping the poor and needy as a priority amid inflation and budget constraints.
A farmer considering self sufficiency warns that planting only cotton due to current prices is unwise. He cautions that focusing on present cotton prices may lead to future loss and urges diversified planning for next year.
A festive message urges giving to others and bringing happiness to the lonely and poor. It reflects on how acts of blessing return warmth and joy to the giver, especially during Christmas. The verse emphasizes generosity as a path to lasting happiness through years.
City residents are urged to plant shade trees this season to beautify streets and raise property values. Planting from Kingsberry's bridge to the A M School is proposed as a splendid drive. the costs are modest and long term gains include cooler summers, warmer winters, and healthier homes.
Contenders listed for the Creel Jewelry piano contest include Miss Jennie Stone Carrollton Ga Mrs J D Moore Miss Junior Samples RFD Mrs Mollie C rnder Estelle Merrell Lula Ridley Minnie Webb Carrollton Ga Mrs J J Atwell DA Zachry Bessie Grews Carrollton Ga Mattie Grice Norma Jones Nanette Rogers Jean Archer Laura Sharpe Jimmie Jones Bowden Eva Gaston Carrollton Beulah Dukes Banning Roselle Bell Clem Ophie Morris Mount Zion Reba Garrett Carrollton Ga A publisher sought an attorney's address after a curious caller.
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