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Newspaper

Carroll Free Press

Location

Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1908

Page

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Carrollton Bank Statement of Condition

A sworn statement of the condition of Carrollton Bank was presented by J. R. Adamson, cashier, before notary B. D. Jackson in Carroll County. The document, dated February 2, 19th century, attests to the bank’s financial status as recorded in the bank’s books and signed by Adamson and others.

Carrollton Bank Georgea J. R. Adamson Crahier Punty Heine Guy Sworn Hinda Adameon Fahrusry B.D. Jackson Nees Carroll County

No case on record of pneumonia after Foley's Honey and Tar

There is no record of a cough or cold leading to pneumonia or consumption after using Foley's Honey and Tar. The advertisement claims it stops coughs and breaks up colds quickly. Only the genuine Foley's Honey and Tar in a yellow package is trusted, Hamrick's Pharmacy.

Foley Fooley Hamrick

Central of Georgia Railway Train Schedule Fragments

Fragmentary timetable items show arrivals and departures for Griffin Bremen Chattanooga and Griffis. Times include 1:10 p m 8:00 p m 7:30 p m and 3:42 a m with noted departures for Griffin Chattanooga Bremen and Griffis. The text is partial and irregular.

Central OF Georgia Railway Griffin Chattanooga Bremen Griffis A. m

Simple Remedy for Lagrippe Coughs Promoted by Pharmacy

The notice touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure for lagrippe coughs that may lead to pneumonia. It claims the product stops coughing and heals the lungs with no harmful drugs, sold in a yellow package. Refuse substitutes. Harariok's Pharmacy.

Lagrippe Foley Harariok's Pharmacy

For Sale Cheap Nine splendid building eta

Real estate brief notes a cheap sale offer for a building described as nine splendid with an eta front and goo back near the center. Mrs Oscar Reese is the contact for inquiries and application details.

Oscar Reese

Sunny rooms vs gloomy parlors in Victorian homes

A columnist urges bright cheerful interiors to promote health and beauty. Light-filled windows ensure rosy complexions and friendly dispositions for children, contrasting with darkened parlors and heavy curtains kept for fashion.

Oratorical Contest At Mt Zion Seminary Divides Prizes

The Patten oratorical contest at Mt Zion Seminary Feb 21 awarded combined prizes of 15 and 20 dollars split equally between Myrtle Boyer of Newport Tenn and Myrtle Earnest of Mt Zion. Other contestants included Hubert Morris Grover Earnest Mattie Entrekin and Della Johnston. Judges were Rev W A Parson Rev R H Robb and J M Shaw. Auditorium decorations and student committee work noted. musical numbers under Mrs J L Robly described as poor. Prizes donated by John A Patten of Chattanooga.

Patten Mt. Zion Seminary Mies Myrtle Boyer Newport Tenn Mixes Myrtle Earnest Mt. Zion Mesars Hubert Morris Grover Earnest Mattie Entrekin Della Johnston Nimaéit W. A. Parson R. H. Robb Alanta J. M. Shaw L. Robly

Little Girl Burned To Death In Newnan

The elder daughter of Hon. T. E. Atkinson, of Newnan, burned Monday while playing near the fireplace. The child Virginia died after three hours from inhaled flames despite rescue efforts by Mrs Mabyon and others.

Newnan T. E. Atkinson Newman Atkinson Virgina Mabyon Ius

S. E. Club Meets At Miss Sewell's Home

Miss Irene Sewell hosted the S. E. Club on Adamson Avenue, with many members absent so the planned program was not held. A lively game of up jinks followed a delicious salad course and peanut sandwiches. Next week Miss Emma Lee Kytle on Dixie Street will host the meeting with an engaging program. The club is gaining interest and is enjoyed by all members.

Irene Sewell S. E. Club Adamson Ave Emma Lee Kytle Dixie St

Miss West Hosts Informal Card Party

Misses West entertained Misses Marion and Helen West hosted a Wednesday afternoon euchre gathering with six-hand games and refreshments. Guests included Misses Long Camp Camilla Mandeville and Fitts enjoying the hospitality.

Marion Helen West Long Camp Camilla ,Mandeville Fitts

Columbia Buggy Brand New Sad Harness

R. W. Adamson reports a new buggy from Columbia with a harness in poor condition, signaling quality concerns and possible need for repair or replacement.

Columbia R. W. Adamson

Prize offer to Carroll County students for Milton Paradise Lost diagram

A letter from T M Elliott of Villa Rica Ga invites white grammar grade students in Carroll County to enter a diagramming contest using the Reed Kellogg system. Two prizes valued at 150 each will be awarded to the best diagram of the first sentence of Paradise Lost. Entries due by April 12 with a pledge of independent work.

The Free Press Carroll County Reed & Kellogg Villa Rica Frvat T. M. Elliott

Five Saturdays in February Mystery from 1896 Remark

A Philadelphia Record note recalls February having five Saturdays only in leap years. It explains leap year timing, confirms 1900’s non-leap skip, and states the next February with five Saturdays would be 1936, twelve years after 1896.

Philadelphia Record

Dance at the Armory Sparks Senior Social Evening

Last Friday evening about sixteen young men held a dance at the armory. The hall displayed flags and was lit by Japanese lanterns. In the reception room fruit punch was served by Misses Helen Long and Mildred Camp. The Braggs Band played. Dr. and Mrs. J B Camp and Mr. and Mrs. F M Camp chaperoned the party.

Helen Long Mildred Camp Brags J.B. Camp F. M. Camp

Young Matron's Club Hosts Wednesday Meeting After Tuition

Mrs. B. £. Boykins entertained the Young Matron's Club on Wednesday afternoon with a full attendance. Members enjoyed progressive dominoes and a luncheon of creamed chicken sandwiches relishes and coffee.

B. £. Boykins

Missing blue mare mule weighs 750 pounds eight years old

Lost statement describes a blue mare mule with striped shoulders barefoot hind and about 750 pounds age eight. Contact J D Robinson aco Ga Route 2 to notify.

Pinder J. D. Robinson Aco

Hearst and Reform Debates Roil National Politics

In letters from major papers Hearst's party faces New York Boston Chicago and San Francisco stakes within the Independence League. The Louisville Courier Journal argues for a return to Washington era values. The Philadelphia Board reports Japan’s railway privatization debate shows government ownership failing to cut rates or improve service and calls for private control.

Philadelphia Ledger Ind Hearst New York Boston Chicago San Francisco Independence League Byran Bryan New Yorker Ois Louisville Courier-Journal Dem Washington Jefferson Jackson Lincoln Philadelphia Board

Notice on return of wire fence stretchers

Parties who own wire fence stretchers from Car Rollton Hardware Co. are urged to return them immediately to the business location.

Carrollton Hardware Co

Lost pocket book at Cotton Mill area near Walter Beavers store

A tan leather pocket book with strap was lost near the Cotton Mill office or between it and Cliff Brock’s store in Carrollton Ga Route 6. Contents include one five dollar bill, one one dollar bill, three silver dollars, one fifty cent piece and one twenty five cent piece. Finder to leave game at Free Press office or return to Cliff Brock for reward.

Cotton Walter Beavers Jeave Free Press Cliff Brock Carrollton

Notice by J D Sewell at the court house on March first

J D Sewell invites residents and former soldiers to hear him address the public at the court house on the first Tuesday in March. He promises to share important information and asks reasonable thinking men to attend.

Court House J. D. Sewell

Roop Hardware ad sells custom paint mix in minutes

The Roop Hardware Co of Carrollton Georgia markets a ready to use paint mix costing 1.20 per gallon. The ad claims 4 gallons L M Paint and 3 gallons Pure Linseed Oil at 60 cents each yield 7 gallons of paint in two minutes.

Roop Hdw Carrollton

Electric Light Rates Revised in Carrollton Co plan

Beginning in March 1908 Carrollton Electric Co announces flat light rates of 66c per month for lights till midnight and 75c after midnight. Meter rate is 12c per kilowatt with early payment reductions to 16c. Minimum meter charge $1.20, $1.00 if paid early. Delinquent accounts cut after 30 days.

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