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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
3
J L Almon guardian for F Roy Almon Glyde Almon and Ruth Almon seeks discharge. Objections must be filed by the first Monday in March next. If none, guardian will be discharged. February 3 1908. J H Barron Ordinary.
Notice states that unless a good cause is shown to the contrary an order will be granted on the first Tuesday in March 1908 establishing a change in a second class public road in 642 Dist G M. The route crosses the Southern Railway on the north side and runs east along land owned by E J Cheeves and A B Bagwell, 250 yards to the Villa Rica and Rockmart road. This Feb 3 1908.
Bert Barber of Elton Wisconsin says after four doses De Witts Kidney and Bladder Pills have given more relief than any other medicine and he plans to continue until a perfect cure. The pills are sold by Hamrick's Pharmacy.
Charles Waiters of Alleghany Sierra County writes of twenty years in California and claims Bublden Arnica Salve cured burns sores wounds boils cuts sprains and even piles. He assures the remedy with a guarantee by W E Johnson & Co drug store.
J M Burns administrator applies for leave to sell lands of H M Williams deceased. Hearing set for 9:00 a m on the first Monday in March 1908. Signed February 3 1908.
W L Little applied for permanent Letters of Administration on the estate of C M Little. The creditors and next of kin are cited to appear at the office by March 2 1908 to show cause why permanent administration should not be granted. Official signature dated February 3 1908.
Georgia Carroll County J T Bishop Administrator of J F Bishop petitions to be discharged after full administration of the estate This cites all concerned to show cause why he should not receive Letters of Dismission on the first Monday in March 1908 Ordinary J H Batron
Foley's Orino Laxative presents a new remedy free from griping and nausea and easy to take. The product is guaranteed to satisfy users seeking gentler laxative action.
In Georgia Carroll County J H Barron Ordinary announces guardianship applications for Earl W Muse and Jewell Grady Muse, minors of G W Muse Sr deceased. The hearing will be at 10 o clock a m on the first Monday in March next. February 6, 1908.
Sheriff J P Webb announces a public sale at the courthouse door in Carroll County Georgia on the first Tuesday in March 1908 to settle a mortgage fifa issued by the City court of Carrollton. The estate includes a bale of cotton weighing 585 pounds, seed cotton about 502 pounds, 78 bushels of cottonseed, and 25 bushels of corn, all to be sold to the highest bidder for cash, as property of M A Henderson and R E Henderson.
R W Adamson applies for permanent Letters of Administration on the estate of E H Powell. Creditors and next of kin are cited to appear at the office on the first Monday in March 1908 to show cause why administration should not be granted. Witness dated February 3 1908. J H Barron Ordinary.
Public outcry before the Courthouse door in Carrollton Georgia on the first Tuesday in March 1908 for a wooden bridge across the Tallapoosa river near Simon ton's Mill on the new road from Bowdon to Factory road. Full specifications at the Ordinary's office. Terms cash on completion and acceptance by authorities. This Feb 6 1908. J H Bartron Ordinary.
Court ordered sale of a Villa Rica house lot on Wilson street and undivided halves in Whitesburg Town Lot No. and two other land parcels in the 6th District. Includes 23 Villa Rica School Building shares. Auctions to pay debts and distribute J. M. Hamrick estate. Feb 3, 1908. T. M. Hamrick & W. H. Hamrick administrators.
On the first Tuesday in March next the estate of A. H. Boyd deceased will be sold at the courthouse door in the county for cash. The property covers 13 1 2 acres in district six, bounded by Villa Rica Carrallton road, starting at the north line and running east 66 rods 6 feet then south 25 rods then southwest 82 rods to the road then 32 rods 16 feet to the start. R. Boyd administrator.
An old medical note explains what a black eye is and why the eye itself usually avoids serious damage. It advises cold compresses first day, switching to warm borax water compresses, and gentle facial stroking every few hours to shorten embarrassment and healing time.
In a humorous London Newers snippet a clergyman warns his factotum he is busy and does not want visitors. The servant lies evasively when asked, later repeating the tactic with a caller and telling him the reverend is in only by a joke question about his grandmother.
A Columbus teacher and amateur naturalist notes jays bury nuts in oak trees and on the ground. He recounts watching jays store nuts under leaves and even uncover a buried apple core by digging through snow, illustrating instinct to retrieve food in winter.
An elderly country gentleman finds two yokels at his kitchen window with a lantern. They claim to be courting Mary, sparking a humorous exchange about lanterns and youth. The tale preserves rustic speech and mischief.
Fry's Magazine argues that romantic tales about Dick Turpin Claude Duval and other highwaymen originated from readers and booksellers seeking sensationalism. The piece notes some may have done decent acts, but they were not in the highwayman business for fun.
In the 13th to 15th centuries the sword evolved with disciplined German and Swiss troops becoming key hired forces. The two handed sword or greatsword, often seven feet long and eighteen pounds, featured a flamboyant blade and heavy guards. Used by English soldiery, it demanded great strength and training, with risks of injuring comrades and exhausting wear on soldiers. Richard the Lion Hearted is noted for wielding such a weapon with notable effect.
A boy fighting another boy in the street leads to a lecture on violence from his mother. He protests by recounting what the other boy said about his mother, blurted out with indignation that she wears petticoats. The exchange captures a sharp family moment.
A youth just after college contemplates his career while his father underestimates him urging him to join the family business. A historian recalls the origin of the safety pin, created by a English blacksmith's son named Harrison who struggled to fix crying baby tears with unsafe pins.
An early 20th century ad extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription for women troubled by marriage and motherhood related health issues. Claims strengthen weak women and aid delicate organs with no alcohol or habit forming drugs. Promotes free consultation with Dr. Pierce at Buffalo New York.
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