Wright in Patriotic Address Supports The Administration
Democratic nominee Wright delivered an eloquent address at a Columbus banquet, pledging to sustain the administration and back war efforts. He asserted commitment to Columbus, the Fourth district, and the Dixie Overton Highway, promising capable appointments and labor protection, while criticizing anti administration opponents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright
Columbus
Ely
Hela Cho Mountain
W. . Wright
Newnan
Namiies
Democratic Party
Representitivon
W. OG. Adamson
Ralston
Chamber of Commerce
Otlce
National Congress
Canary Camp
Winter Mc Wright
Spain
Dapable
Orist
Grover Cleveland
J. J. Holaway
Carrollton Fire Department Adopts Resolution of Thanks
At the last regular meeting the Carrollton Fire Department adopted a resolution praising the Carrollton Wire Department for survey services at the Cotton Warehouse fire on November 2. Robinson and Walker donated their book for 26.00, and officials expressed sincere thanks for their generosity and support of department needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrollton
Wherwers
Robinson and Walker
Curreton
Pres. T. 1
Adamson Quits House as Howard Votes Day Prohibition
Washington dispatch reports W C Adamson of Georgia resigning from Congress and heading to New York to take the post of Appraiser of the Port. He leaves Congress after twenty one years, relinquishing the chairmanship of the Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee, and cast his vote for national prohibition. Congressman William Schley Howard of the Atlanta district arrived in Washington in time to cast his prohibition vote as urged by leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
W. C. Adamson
Congress
Georgia
New York
Sarge Adamson
Committee of Interstate and Foreign
William Schley Howard
Atlanta
Catron's 20 Cousins Serve Lincoln Army
Sergeant Catron, recruiting officer, notes twenty cousins in service of the United States. Eighteen are not related by blood on a page, yet all serve. The family record stands out in America, with a promise to hear more from the next district. Banner Democracy vows to carry the banner of democracy unblemished.
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HS. Catron
Wunele Sam
America
Nest
O& Warrell
Lothines
Cuorgia
DT Haya
United States Senate
Spion
Georgit
Tivada
Order of Mechanics
Farmers Union
W. I. Peak
Conyers, Ga
Korvin
Georgi
The
Daily Pleas
W. J. Harris
Tan Lee
Thay Hi
Three Stars for The Free Press Demonstration
The Amhiest Press Association will unveil three stars in New York Washington and Chicago, seen by over two million daily readers. The stars honor volunteers connected with or employed by U.S. newspapers, symbolizing unity of the nation in a nationwide display. Names listed include Lieut Ralph Meeks and others in Atlanta Memphis and Georgia units.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amhiest Press Association
Ail
Wedigwyn
New York
Washington
Chien
Sop
United States
Eitids
Ralph Meeks
10Th Nenising Battalion
157 Depot Brigade
Atlanta
Civil Service Examination Scheduled for January 12 1918
The U S Civil Service Commission will hold an exam for clerks and carriers on January 12 1918 at Carrollton Virginia to fill post office vacancies. Applications and full information including sample questions are available from the Secretary Local Civil Service Board at the post office Carrollton or from the Secretary Fifth Civil Service District Atlanta Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. & Civil Service Commission
Carerollton
Local
Civil Service Board
Gyrroliton
Fifth Civil Services District
Atlanta
NOTICE MASONS ELECT OFFICERS AT DECEMBER MEETING
There will be a communication of Landfill Ledge No 350 FP A M December 22 at 7 30 PM for electing officers and degree work All qualified brethren invited W B Dickson W M WW L Hesterlee Seety
Remarkable Work at Wesley Memorial Hospital
WESLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL reports 1500 patients treated to November. Denominational groups such as Methodists Baptists Presbyterians and Lutherans contributed volunteers and support. Christmas collection totaled 0 1887 with year end charity work at 13885 75. Fraternally W T Hamby appeals for funds and volunteers for next year amid wartime needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Memorial Hospital
Nino Sitted
Cuba
Minany
LaiMerent Vattountitios
Fey
Wintion
Bible Christiana
Pritt Baptista
W. T. Hamby
Carrolltan Fire Department Appreciation Note
The Carrolltan Fire Department wishes to thank Mrs I A Jackson and Mrs Autry Brown for their thoughtfulness in preparing comfortable surroundings on Ribwart Street. Jolly president Suaefer secretary treasurer. Our toys are rice clean stock direct from the factory and prices are less than others Pauset t en cents Sexto Ware razors the best on earth Harris Hardware Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrolltan Fire Department
I. A. Jackson
Autry Brown
Send Santa Claus to The Front This Week
A wartime appeal urges neighbors to buy United States War Savings Certificates as Christmas gifts to support the war effort. The notice promotes five dollar bonds bearing 1 percent interest, noting they cost $4.12 in December and are presented as a patriotic alternative to gold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Claus
United States
Save a Life for Christmas This Week
World War I era plea promotes United States War Savings Certificates as Christmas gifts. Encourages buying bonds worth 8 dollars at maturity for 4. per cent interest, urging multiple purchases to fund larger American artillery. Palm Olive promotion offered with soap samples at Fitts Drug Store, 24 Public Square.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Square
Emmett Shaw Cam didate for Senate Against Hardwick
Speech by a candidate in Carroll County blasting immigration, criticizing opponents and urging a public debate. The speaker claims loyalty and past service, denounces other politicians as insincere, and argues for strong anti immigration measures and protection for American workers.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Denbersts
Attichet
Chatta- Ronches
Pine Mountain
Muscoges County
Fire Department
Adamson
Howard
Catron
Gressional
Bill ‘Wright
Yo Meeks
1Th
Avera Squadron
Park Mieli
Memphis, Tenn
Douglas Morrell
Wirth Ga
Vamp Wheeler
Micon, Ga
Masons
W. B. Dickson, W. M. WW. L. Hesterlee, Seety
Pire Department
Ribwart Street
A. Jolly
Pres
P. T) Suaefer
Sccty, & Trens
Sexte Ware Razors
Beat On Earth
Haarris Hardware Co
Citizens Bank
A. K. Snead
W. W. Heaton
J. R. M. Carter
C. M. Tanner
TOTAL
Lewis S. Sims
Grady Cole
J. H. Burs
J. H. McClellan
Emmett Shaw
Senate
Hardwick
PM Rey Eopese
Tneame Ad Tahee
Yardwick
Joe
Atlante
Vonfilet
Sampson
Breas
Carroll County
Macon
Jess
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