William Schley Howard to Speak at Carrollton July 4
Secretary John Matthews reports Congressman William Schley Howard of Atlanta will address the Fourth of July celebration in Carrollton. Judge W C Adamson to introduce him. events begin 8:30 am with a concert, then a Bowdon vs Temple baseball game, Howard’s address, barbecue, stunts, and afternoon horse races. Admission 15 and 25 cents for all attractions.
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John Matthews
William Schley Howard
Atlanta
W. C. Adamson
Howard
Georgia
Congress
Carrollton
Fair Grounds
Bowdon
Temple
Bowden
Guills Funeral Held On Sunday In Gareton
The funeral of Mr. L. Guill, killed in the record route accident at the Central railway depot Thursday night, was held Sunday at four o clock at the Methodist church. Reverends Dozier and Pierce led a large, sorrowful service with Masonic rites at the city cemetery.
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7. L. Guill
Central
Methodist Church
W. E. Dozier
A. M. Pierce
Gareton
Ctery
Mrs J N Smith Dead in Atlanta Funeral Held
Mrs J N Smith died in Atlanta last Sunday and was brought back there for funeral services, laid to rest in Camp Ground. She was the former Cora Williamson prior to marriage to Bob Wiaon, leaves a husband and two children, several relatives, and sisters including J B Wilson of Carrollton. She was about 31 and a member of the Methodist church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N Smith
Atlanta
Bob Wi Aon
Plowshave
Cora Williamson
J. B. Wilson
Carrollton
Methodist Church
Piglet birth notice from Carrollton
A. A. Pitman of Carrollton Georgia reports a litter of pigs born recently. Contact phone 302 for details about these 0 week old piglets.
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A. A. Pitman
Carrollton, Ga
Thomasson’s Store Burns at Temple in Destructive Fire
A Monday night blaze in Temple destroyed KR M Thomasson’s store and stock except for a small clothing portion and damaged Kinney & Smith. The fire started likely from fats and matches near 8 p m and burned about two hours, seen for miles. Estimated loss beyond insurance about 45000 dollars.
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Temple
KR. M. Thomasson
Kinney & Smith
Thomanson
Thomesson
Odd Fellows to Hold Memorial Services in Carrollton
Carrollton Lodge of Odd Fellows will hold a memorial service in their lodge room after the regular meeting next Monday night by proclamation from the grand lodge. It honors Judge Robert T. Daniel of Griffin, Grand Sire, who led Odd Fellowship worldwide, and remembers Sudge Dagiel who died at Fitzgerald during the convention. Also to honor Cortrolion Lodge No. 96 members who died in the past year with Judge W. J. Millican expected to preside.
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Carrollton Lodge of
Odd Fellows
Grand’ Lodge
Robert T. Daniel
Griffin
Odd Fellowship
Sudge Dagiel
Fitzgerald
Cortrolion Lodge No. 96
W. J. Millican
Mr J C Shackelford Dead in Georgia Pasto
Mr J C Shackelford long time Georgia resident, born October 21 1826 in Abbeville district South Carolina, died Friday after feeble health. A Presbyterian and Mason, funeral Saturday with Rev W Dozier and Rev L M Stallings, Masonic interment in city cemetery. Survived by son W A Shackelford and daughters Mrs J K Griff and Mrs J D Story.
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J.c.,shackeford
Eagerle
Abbeville
South Carolina
Georgia
Presbyterian Church
W. Dozier
LM. 1
Stallings
South proves corn prowess as greatest producing section
Commenting on the 1914 Boy's Corn Club records published by the U S Department of Agriculture, Southern winners led with 202 bushels per acre at 14.5 cents per bushel. Virginia, North and South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Kentucky, and Tennessee averaged 159.26 bushels for first and second prize winners, far above Northern averages. Master Roop Dorsett of Willicoochee visits grandparents near Carrollton.
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United States
United States Department of Agriculture
Harrison
The
Southern Railway Company
Garl Graves
Soso
Mississippi
South
Pensylvania
Virginia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Georgia
Alabama
Kentucky
Tennesee
Cheney Placed Under Arrest in Guill Case
Carrollton reels from depot death as Ed T. Cheney a longtime cashier and ticket agent is arrested on a warrant tied to J. L. Guill slaying. Coroner sessions yielded no clear leads. two suspects previously named were released and no motive or identity confirmed. Officials vow continued efforts as tension remains high.
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Carrollton
Guill
Ed T. Cheney
J. L. Guttl
Cheney
Dia
Wardner
Sam Wilkerson
Jack Combs
Syeek
Iman
Indians to Play Two Games Here Next Week
The Green's Nebraska Indians, a top semi pro team with a strong record, visit Carrollton for two games at Gurrallton Park on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 6 and 7. Carrollton, boosted since last year, aims to even the series after rough grounds and mud favored the visitors. Admissions are 35 and 50 cents, lower than the club's usual price.
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Green
Gurrallton Park
Carrollton
Farmers Field Meeting at Sand Hill School
At Sand Hill eight miles northeast of Carrollton on Tuesday July 13, 1915 a Farmers Field Meeting will be held. The State College of Agriculture will send Dr Hirleman on Hog Cholera and its Control Prof Storr on Improvement of General Farm Crop and Prof McHatton on Fruits and Vegetables. Prof G F Richards will be chairman with other speakers. Boys Corn and Pig clubs invited to attend. Demonstration agent E T Jackson urges attendance to spend the day with Sand Hill residents.
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Sand Hill
Carrollton
State College of Agriculture
Hirleman
Storr
McHatton
G. F. Richards
E. T. Jackson
Automobile for Trade for Large Pair of Young Mules
Local notice seeks to trade a good automobile in exchange for a large pair of young mules. Contact Myles Imuat, first class, via Glenn Holmes.
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Myles Imuat
Glenn Holmes
Tallapoosa approves 60000 bond for water works upgrade
Tallapoosa voters Wednesday carried a bond issue totaling 60000 to fund the town water works system. Funds will come from the bond sale to finance an improved municipal water project replacing private ownership.
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Tallapoosa
Sigsne
Clarence Gaston Killed in Alabama Saturday
Clarence Gaston of Carolltan was killed near Grizzard, Hopewell, Alabama, during a dispute last Saturday. His body was brought home Sunday for funeral and interment, conducted by Rev. A. M. Pierce. He married Maude Heeves years ago and leaves two children.
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Clarence Gaston
Carolltan
Grizzard
Hopewell
Alay
Lev. A. M. Pierce
Gaston
Independents Defeated By Heavy Score in Local Game
The Alignin independents faced a lopsided defeat as strong batting and pitching overwhelmed them. Carrolton and Hood squads showed power with multiple hits and solid defense, while the home crowd witnessed a one sided contest and a late push by the opposition.
Fleming At Tabernacle Sunday Night
Preaching at Tabernacle Baptist Church Sunday with the pastor at 11 p.m. on What Baptists Believe and Their Worldly Value. Brother Harry Fleming speaks at 8 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sun beams at 2:30 p.m. Ladies Missionary Society meets Mondays at 4 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday night.
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Tabernacle Baptist
Jude
Harry Fleming
Ladies Missionary Society
Temple Visitors and area social round up
Misses Millican and Downing of Jackson Ala guests of Mrs W J Norman in Temple. Mrs G I McPherson and Mrs Nosie Norton visited Villa Rica last Thursday. W B Manley made a business trip to Atlanta. EB Strickland and daughter on business trip to Atlanta. J S Michael returns from Atlanta Sanitarium, health improved. E B Entrekin and family from Bremen visiting Mr and Mrs W A Entrekin. C Kinney made a business trip to Atlanta. Miss Henry Roberson visiting Villa Rica this week. Rev Barrow preached Saturday and Sunday. Raymond Baker of Atlanta visited. Mrs R B Durrett went to Atlanta Wednesday. Miss Loyal McCalister visiting Bowdon relatives. Mrs Francis Cox of Curryville visiting Miss Irma Stovall. W S Stovall of Bremen visited J W Stovall and family Sunday.
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Strickland
Buchanan
Temple
Millican and
Downing
Jackson
Ala
W. J
Norman
G. I. McPherson
Nosie Norton
Ia Villa Rica
W. B. Manley
Atlanta
EB. L. Strickland
J. S. Michael
E. B. Entrekin
Bremen
W. A. Entrekin
C. €. Kinney
Henry Roberson
Villa Rica
Rev. Barrow
Raymond Baker
R. B. Durrett
Loyal McCalister
Bowdon
Francis Cox
Curryville
Irma Stovall
W. 8. Stovall
J. W. Stovall
Mr Bob Robison Visits Home Folks Over Vacation
Mr Bob Robison came in Friday night to spend his vacation with homefolks.
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Bob Robison
Carrollton Wins Series at Cedartown In Three Game Swing
Carrollton defeated Cedartown two games to one on the road, salving revenge after Cedartown won here last week. Stark infield triple play and solid pitching by Stephens and Carmical highlighted the series, while Henry and Walton contributed strong efforts on the mound and behind the plate amid a tightly contested set of games.
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Carrollton
Gidartown
Cedartown
Garrelton
Garrolston
Stephens
Carmien
Gine
Hicks
Henry
Walton
Lme
N. Garnveol
Care of the Teeth Urges Proper Oral Hygiene
J. E. Cramer stresses that clean teeth and mouth health are vital to individual well being. He notes neglected oral care leads to decay, fermentation, enamel erosion, and stunted development, urging free dental exams and clear charts to guide future treatment and school eligibility.
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J. E. Cramer
Mules Wanted Buy Request from Bleedsoe and Powers
Mules wanted by Bledesoe and Powers located on Alabama Street. They invite offers for a few good mules and ask interested buyers to apply directly to the firm.
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Bledsoe & Powers
Alabama
Governor Slaton Criticized Over Leo Frank Case
The Free Press voices strong opposition to Governor Slaton for intervening in Leo Frank's case. It condemns perceived imperialistic influence, defends justice for Mary Phagan, and urges staying the hand of one-man power while denouncing mob mentality and political manipulation.
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Free Press
Slaton
Courts of
Georgia
Muiunderer
Leo Frank
Mary Phagan
Rample
Abe
Nat
Auddes
Olnokell
Miki
Pope
Home
Banks to Close Monday for Fourth of July Holiday
Banks in Carrollton will be closed next Monday July 5 due to the July 4 celebration. Patrons are reminded that banks observe Monday since July 4 falls on a Sunday. Local banks urge orderly operations and note holiday timing.
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Carrollton
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W. Schley Howard
A. & M. Fair Grounds
J. N. Smith
Thomasson
MR. J. C. Shackelford
Roop Dorsett
Willicoo‘chee
Mrs. Marion Brock
Indians
Farmers’ Field Meeting
Automobile
Wiit Carrolton
Garmies
Flokur Fleming
Tavernacle
Butterics
N. Carmical
Robinson
Walton Hicks
Rellion
Iton
Young
Smith
Frank
Wade
Red Cross
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