Carrollton Responds to West Point Flood Call
A 1919 Carrollton mass meeting led by Mayor H W Flournoy and A J Baskin raised relief funds for West Point flood victims. The assembled citizens approved a $2000 minimum donation and formed committees to canvass absent supporters, listing numerous local donors and companies contributing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrollton
West Point
Amnes
H. W. Flournoy
A. J. Baskin
Carroll County Trade Board
Trade Board
First National Bank
Flournoy
H. Connor
W. J. Milllican
G. F. Comer
Uader
Soil Survey to Begin at Once in Carroll County
Messrs C E Deardorff and F A Hayes of the Bureau of Soils visit Carroll County to conduct a soil survey over four to six weeks. They will study soil classes and land foundation to determine fertilizer needs, crop adaptation, and better soil management. The work is in cooperation with the Bureau of Soils, Department of Agriculture, and the State College of Agriculture as another Trade Board project.
The Quartette at the City Hall Carrollton
A lively Carrollton audience enjoyed a high class program by The Quartette at the City Hall. The crowd praised Miss Gooch for the entertainment and Atlanta's Dr Len G Broughton was listed as the next act on the bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrollton
Gooch
Len G. Broughton
Atlanta
Five Shopping Days Left Before Christmas Rush
Horn advises Gentle Readers there are five shopping days remaining before Christmas. Shop early to avoid crowds, secure the best prices, and ensure quicker deliveries as clerks are fresher and stock less picked over.
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Horn
Sharp-Shell Mias Annis Sharp and Joseph Shell Marry
Sharp and Shell were wed last Sunday December 14 at Rev J M D Stallings home on Longview Street. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Sharp of Abilena community. The groom is the son of the late Emory Shell and a prosperous young farmer from the same area. They received many congratulations from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mias Annis Sharp
Joseph Shell
J. M. D. Stallings
Longview Street
Frank Sharp
Abilena
Emory Shell
Christmas Service Planned at First Baptist Church
First Baptist notes announce a Christmas service next Sunday at 7 pm with the pastor's theme What Christmas Moana. Deacons J H Molson H J Goodwyn T A Herndon and Amos Stephens were elected for three years at the last conference. Dr R W Jones to lead the Sunday School in January. A K Snead declines re election after thirteen years. mid week service on December 24 at 7 pm conducted by A M Stephens. Juniors and Seniors meet next Sunday.
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J. H. Molson
H. J. Goodwyn
T. A. Herndon
Amos Stephens
R. W. Jones
A. K. Snead
Jones
A. M. Stephens
Carrollton Men Back From Southern Commercial Congress
Savannah welcomed the Eleventh Annual Southern Commercial Congress held December 8 to 10, 1919. Events took place at DeBota hotel and Savannah Civic buildings with Gov. Dorany and Gov. Cooper addressing attendees. General Pershing spoke on The South's Part in the World War, praising Southern servicemen. The congress discussed economic solutions, merchant marine restoration, and Latin American trade, with leaders from education, government, and industry in attendance. G. B. Comer, Secretary-Manager Trade Board.
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Savannah
Georgia
Southern Commercial Congress
DeBota Hotel
Southern Commercial Congrom
House of Southern Governors
Savannah High School
Woman's Auxiliary
DeSota Hotel
Congress
Murray M. Stewart
Hugh M. Dorany
R. A. Cooper
South Carolina
South
Maynard
New York City
Paas Aenger
Banator Hoke Smith
John J Pershing
General Pershing
Philander P. Claxton
United Eaates
America
Olymia Rosetti Agresti
Rome
Italy
Good Roads Association
Jos. J. Blakslee
Panama
Paraguay
Uruguay
Chile
Peru
Ecuador
Mexico
Bulgaria
Sweden
Russia
G. B. Comer
Trada Board
Pilgrim Knights Meeting In Masonic Lodge Scheduled
Notice for Pilgrim Knights of the Palm and Bholl to meet at the Masonic lodge Monday night at seven o clock. Those who have not joined can apply to J. D. Hamrick or E. A. Morrell.
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Order
Pilgrim Knights of the Palm
Masonic Lodge
J. D. Hamrick
E. A. Morrell
Baptist Tabernacle Preaching and Evangelistic Services
The Baptist Tabernacle announces 11 p m sermon by Rev. E. J. Parrish on The Mystery of Iniquity and The Seven Churches of Asia. Evangelistic services at 6 30 p m with Isiah 53 and Christmas. A church meeting at 3 p m Sunday cemented resolve to move forward with harmony and pledge support for the pastor and church work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Parrish
James E Brown Named Commissioner
James E Brown of Newnan has been appointed United States commissioner for a four year term. The office jurisdiction includes Coweta Carroll and parts of Meriwether Fayette and Meralson counties with court ties and orders reestablished.
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Saint Hi ‘Brown
Newnan
United States
Coweta
Carroll
Ties
Meriwether, Fayette and
Laralson Counties
Spalding County Loses 65 Bridges in Flood Damage
A last week summary by J. E. Wallace of the board of designers shows Spalding County bridges swept away beyond repair in the flood. Grierin Georgia reports losses and ongoing repair needs.
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Spalding County
D R Y D Hamrick Heads to Macon for Grand Lodge Meetings
D R Y D Hamrick, Senior Grand of the Grand Lodge of Goor A M, travels to Macon with grand officers to visit the Masonic Home and discuss care for the aged and their wives. The trip centers on fraternity and charitable work led by the masons.
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D. Hamrick
Grand Lodge of
Goor- A. M
Macon Thurs- Maing
Masonic Home
Freddy
G Qjeter Announces Candidacy for Tax Receiver
G Qjeter announces candidacy for the office of Tax Receiver in Pil County subject to the primary. The statement expresses intent to run in the upcoming election and to administer the office with fairness and courtesy.
White Way Lights to Shine Next Wednesday Night
The White Way will be turned on Wednesday night the 24th at 7 30. Everyone must be up town and Maple street lights will stay off for now. A cable order placed August 16 for 15000 feet is short by 2000 feet due to a strike delaying manufacturers.
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Maple Street
Judge Adamson Returns Home for Holidays
Judge W. C. Adamson arrived home Thursday from New York to spend the holidays. Friends note his big-hearted nature and welcome his return, characterizing his visits as a source of delight for Ingion residents.
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W. C. Adamson
New York
Ingion
Morgan and Hollingsworth Wed in Quiet Longview Ceremony
Mina Cleo Morgan and Mr J F Hollingsworth were secretly married Sunday afternoon at Rev J M Btallings home on Longview street. Bride is daughter of Rob Morgan of Clem Route 1 and groom son of James Hollingsworth of Lowell. Friends offer congratulations and best wishes for a long happy life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mina Cleo Morgan
J. F. Hollingaworth
J. M. D.btallings
Longview Street
Btallings
Rob Morgan
Clem
James Hollingsworth
Lowell
J A F Broom to Run for County Commissioner
J A F Broom announces candidacy for Commissioner of Roads and Revenues, addressing inquiries from voters about his intended run in the upcoming election, signaling his intent to seek the office. The statement serves as a formal confirmation to the county electorate.
Carroll Lodge Elects Officers in Annual Installation
Carroll Lodge No. 69 F. and A. M. held its December 16 election. Elected for the coming year were W. J. Aldridge W M Harry Moore W C L Payne J W A W Alexander Secretary G F Chong Treasurer C Tarris 8 D A H Harper J W TI N Ballard 5 S Roy Cooper J S E T Stood Chaplain Leon Tlood Marshal W I Reese Tyler All installed by Grand Master J D Hamrick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll Lodge No
Waore
W. J. Aldridge
W. M. Harry Moore
W. C. L. Payne
Roy Cooper
E. T. Stood
Leon Tlood
W. I. Reese
Tyler
J. D. Hamrick
Patriotic Address Set At Masonic Hall Friday Night
Col Arthur Mills of Kentucky to speak at the Masonic Hall Friday at 8 o clock on fraternal practices. The event invites men over 18 and union members to attend.
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Masonic Hall
Col
Arthur Mills
Kentucky
Boyn
Dot the Miner's Daughter at Temple High School play
The Temple High School Senior Clans present Dot the Miner's Daughter next Tuesday night December 23 starting at 7 o'clock. Admission is 16 and 25 cents.
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The
Temple High School
House for Sale on Loyer Street with Plenty of Land
Property listing notes a large lot with pasture, barn, garden, fruits, and carriage house on Loyer Street. Describes convenient city access and a bargain price as owner plans to leave town. contact W. Lovvoen for details.
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Loyer Stooms
Buesik M
W. Lovvoen
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Mandeville Mitts Robinson & ‘Walker
W. C. Baskin
J. L. Webb
Roop Wardware Company
Morrel Bros
H. C. Lovver G
Como
FR. T. Jackson
R. A. Jolley
MM. F. ‘Griffi
W. J. Millican
J. W. Fitts
W. J
Southern Palat & Oil
Harris Wardware Co
Carrollton Drug Co
W. L. Aldridge
M. A. Sandifer
W. C. Munro
C. A. Lyle
Horace Cole F. L
Griffin Gash
Cash
EB. J. ‘Gavendoe Travis & Long
Bonner, Smith & Cadle
E. W. Entrekii
Chambers Bros
A. Meek
J. Gc, Jeter
Ollie Harris
John Jackson
Wylie Crest
B. Paci
B. H. Fletcho
A. J. Johnson
Parke
John Martine
First Baptist
Pilgrim Knights
Baptist Tabernacle
James E. Brown
Macon
Judge Adamson
Morgan—Hollingsworth
J. A. F. Broom
Carroll Lodge
Citizens Bank
Carrollton, Ga
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