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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1920
Page
3
In a tender scene Tommy Trotwood Birney, seated on his father’s knee, declares he wants a mother. The serious child blurts that he is tired being without one and asks his father to find a wife, while his father pauses, weighing the request.
A verse tribute bids farewell to the old year, contrasting its mixed blessings and woes with a hopeful welcome for the new. It recites winter imagery, reflections on time, and longing for healing and kinder days ahead as the old year departs.
Miss Grace Woodburn, a long trusted friend of Tommy Trot, becomes the nurse and caregiver when the boy falls ill. Her steady, practical care and warmth help Tommy recover as Mr. Birney grows closer to her, recognizing a potential future with the Woodburn family.
A legal advertisement notice states that payments must be made in advance per law. Publisher emphasizes strict adherence to this requirement due to weighty matters and will act immediately to ensure compliance.
Mae Walker acting as widow of W A Watley, deceased, applies for permanent letters of administration. Citizens and creditors are cited to show cause why the administration should not be granted before the first Monday in February 1920. Ordinary Milligan signs the notice.
Georgia careol county judge accepts an application by Dover of earth county Nuvi for authority to resign guardian ship over the property of Viola Dover. The candidate A J Williams is named as fit and proper. All interested to show cause before February 1 1920 why the application should not be granted. January 6 1920. signed W J Millican Ordinary.
J A Payne applies for permanent letters of administration on the estate of C W Payne, late of Glynn County. All concerned and creditors are cited to show cause before the first Monday in February 1920 why the application should not be granted. January 6 1920. Millican Ordinary.
W T Levana of Carroll County has filed an application for discharge from administration of Pleas Levana's estate. Creditors and heirs are to show cause by January 1920 why the discharge should not be granted. Ordinary W J Millican signs the notice.
Emma Gibson petitions to sell trust land of 6 acres in lot 199 in the 11th district to fund Claude Gibson a minor. W J Pyron deeded the land. yearly income around 100 dollars insufficient for support. Petition asks court authorization for sale and guardian ad litem to protect the minor.
By order of the court of ordinary anid county the January term 1020 will be sold at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash within legal hours on the first Tuesday in February 1920 at the Cherokee county Canton court house door. It covers land No 264 in the 18th district Cherokee county known as the rock house Lot and 100 acres. Property of Julie Wit Tian late of Carroll county Georgia deceased to pay debts and expenses. January 5th 1920 JONIA Administrator Waleaka Ga R. 1
Grady Cole administrator announces sale of 48 acres in District 1 on first Tuesday in February 1920 to settle debts of deceased Mr. J J Held. Auction at the courthouse follows exact legal hours and directions, bid to highest bidder for distribution among heirs.
Georgia County will sell at public entry before the courthouse door on Tuesday in February 1920 the fourth of lot No. 20 in the 5th district containing 40 acres for probate and distribution among heirs. Admin J A Lewald
Notice to debtors and creditors of the estate of J. R. Morgan, deceased, Carroll County Georgia. All persons indebted to the estate must immediately settle. Claims against the estate must be presented to N. Spence, Administrator, at once. January 1st, 1920.
Notice to debtors and creditors of the estate of Mrs. Cynthia Beddingfield deceased. All needing to settle debts or present claims must do so immediately. This January 6 1920. H N Spence administrator.
M Ivey driving su administrator of the estate of J M Ivey of Carroll county filed an application for discharge from his administration. All persons concerned kin and creditors are cited to show cause if any live before me on or before the first Monday in February 1920, why said application should not be granted. This January 5th 1920. W J MILLICAN Ordinary.
J W Griffin has filed for guardianship of the property of Mia Nancy Black an idiotic resident of the county. All persons concerned kindred and creditors are cited to show cause before the Ordinary on January 7 1920 why the application should not be granted. Signed W J Millican Ordinary.
KR A Hayes of Carroll County applies for seven twelve months support from the estate of R A Wayes, her deceased husband. All persons concerned are cited to show cause before the Ordinary by the first Monday in February 1920. January 7, 1920. W J Millican Ordinary.
The Federal Farm Board reported to Congress that southern farmers had the highest proportion of borrowing for building purposes last year. Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana and South Carolina accounted for the top share, highlighting regional investment in farm structures.
The Free Press Office printed bales hills for distribution, with lines tracing the production steps and local duties involved. Officials note the operation emphasizes accuracy and timely delivery for community readers.
In a quiet December morning the eighty nine year old Warren Enilers passed away. A devout Christian and ACM member in Hethenia, his family mourns a loving husband father grandfather and friend. Services led by Rev T A Bonner will be held at Bethlehem cemetery. A granddaughter bids a farewell to a cherished patriarch.
A damaged 1910s obituary fragment recalls the infant Sara Nell born April 11 1919 and dying December 30 1919. The note laments the loss, mentions the Jordan cemetery and a Dr T W Recresy while comforting the grieving parents. An aunt signs the short memorial.
The piece urges Carrollton and nearby rural communities to enjoy amateur theatricals. It argues that home talent shows provide mental stimulation, social reward, and funds for worthy causes through church and school benefits. It laments growing indifference and calls on youth to organize, dress, and perform in wholesome productions.
The editor asks readers to take the initiative in sharing what they know. They suggest writing, calling, or informing the paper directly to provide news and prices of information. The note emphasizes reciprocal benefit and wider value from reader contributions.
An old advertisement notes Dr Prather’s Cough Syrup for coughs and colds, offered for sale by druggists and dealers with no further details.
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