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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1919
Page
3
An early 20th century patent remedy, Aspiron, is advertised as a superior whiskey alternative for colds and flu. The promotion claims endorsements by army surgeons, nationwide druggist refunds if relief fails in two minutes, and easy dosing with two teaspoons in water.
In Burwell over the past week unusual showers prompted reflections of the days of Noah. The quarterly meeting planned for Saturday the 13th was postponed due to no presiding elder or delegates. A fine sermon by Rev Maxwell and notable church dinners contrasted with school progress under Principal Mr Gibony, assisted by Misses Ludgeng Alexander Willie Mae Duttom Evelyn Smith. Community events include Xmas tree preparations, social gatherings, and plans for Christmas holidays with residents like Mr Welcome Craven and Mr Joe Copeland in attendance. Local families share news of travel, illnesses, new purchases, and holiday plans amid rainy weather and holiday cheer.
An 1860s style notice from Mt Zion Seminary records a Monday hog killing event. Several local residents are listed with movements and visits, including Mrs EH M Ashmore arriving from Norfolk to visit Dr J A Martin, and Mrs W T Morris improving after illness. Next Sunday is preaching day. A student arrival is noted.
A roundup from Indian Creek lists arrivals and visits including Mr John Hearn of Burwell and Miss Thelma Warren of Barge. William Smith's mother is ill, Emory Skinner lost a horse, and Ivie Kent bought the Bud Eason farm. Local residents welcomed Kent and family and others visited relatives.
A brief notice records notes and deeds related to a Honda title at Brea Presa offices. The entry notes filing actions and document handling for vehicle ownership transfers and related paperwork.
Oak Grove School shows steady progress as local students and families engage in social visits. Sunday's gatherings include Elma and Elsie Thoradgill with Pauline and Pearl Parrish, Ona Cooke with Havel Threadgill, and multiple households hosting friends and relatives. The literary society also continues to meet, and Mrs J Allen is reported sick.
Mr and Mrs Wyley McCain spent Sunday with Mrs McCain sister Mina Ona Cooke visited her sister Mrs Rupart Cobb. Mrs Wubert Baskin spent Friday afternoon with her mother Mrs Wood. Rev Carter dined with Mr and Mrs Wren Saturday. Mrs McElroy of Carrollton spent the week with homefolks Mrs Mary Garrison with her sister Miss Gray. Mr and Mrs Warner Morrix were guests of Mr and Mrs Cobb Saturday. Mrs Glenn Gray visited her parents Mr and Mrs Tackett. Miss Merritt spent the week end with homefolks. Mr and Mrs Claude Marra moved to their home near Temple. Mrs C I Cooka spent Saturday in Carrollton shopping. Quorga McCain married last Saturday receiving congratulations from many friends.
Local notes and greetings describe fine weather for hog killing with several residents traveling to Temple and visiting kin. Mentions include W A Westbrook on Temple trip, O G Raburn on business in Temple, B R Pollard on the alek list, children home from Temple school, and Christmas plans with relatives in Hulett and county areas. A PET.
Bethel relatives gather through the area as Mr. Fred Adams of Alabama plans Christmas visits. Effie Wood spends Sunday afternoon with Dorrin Andmora. Harvey Crumbley visits his sister Mrs. Mary Phillips in Carrollton. Hog killing is common locally. Henry Gibson and George Crumbiey host relatives after Sunday. Charlie Marlow visits with her parents Frank Cantrell and wife. Mrs. M. F. Jackson suffers a fall but escape remains unclear.
Mr Alfred Roberts is in Wogansville. Miss Ruby Roberts spent Tuesday night with Mrs Alfred Roberts and mother. Frank Cantrell's leg is better. Joe Crumbley and Misses Tura and Jewel Crumbley visited Will Crumbley and family. The Free Press is praised. Mrs Jackson and Bethel Manley visit. A list of locals including Loyal McCollin, Loia McCain, Ludell Riggs, Allis Barnett, Ella Stovall, Margaret Adams, Nancy Manley, Kath fine Hayes. Mr Leon Matthews and daughter Fay visit Dublin folks. Lewis Carrell returns home from Toeunt Grove Institute for holidays. G G Vaughan with his mother. Mrs W F McGalliater and Loyal McCallister in Atlanta. G T Jackson spent Monday in Barrollton. Paul Chandler of Villa Rica visited Sunday.
Temple Mrs Arlo C Ridgeway of Tallapoosa visited her parents Mr and Mrs W H Manley Thursday. Mrs J B Wohba hosted a young people gathering December 6. Mr Fay Cobb of Carrollton was a visitor Thursday. Mr Charlie Taylor of Tallapoona spent Tuesday here. Miss Grace Kirk hosted a rock party Saturday evening with couples. Lois and Ruby McCain attended their uncle Q W McGain and Miss Reid wedding at Bremen Saturday. Grace Kirk and Elzie King drove to Carrollton Friday afternoon. A miscellaneous shower on December 11 hosted by Mrs M Hooper honored Mrs Arlo Ridgeway with guests including Mrs Arin C Ridgeway, Mrs W B Manley, Mrs W A Entrekin, Mrs Joe Smith, Mrs J T West and Mrs Ernest Entrekin.
A terse entry references Flannery and Horton’s Book Store regarding an out of order arch or clock and a broken ring or brooch. It notes a dated context with unclear chronology, suggesting a carryover from a ledger of repairs or supplies.
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