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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1908
Page
3
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for female ailments including nervousness stomach issues and pelvic disorders. It claims to strengthen invigorate and regulate the female system and notes free correspondence with Dr Pierce and a free medical advisor book offer.
The Lit Mu Club met Thursday afternoon at Mrs. W. C. Adamson's home with most members present. They reviewed the past year, agreed to finish Elizabethan Era study, select a Shakespeare play, and address Georgia counties as the next program topic. The executive committee for year includes Miss Katherine Fain as chair and Misses Marion Wert and Margaret Simonto. resignations of Mrs. C. E. Roop and J. R. Sewell were accepted, with Miss Mary Lou New elected to replace Sewell. A note of thanks to the retiring committee was moved. A social reception with punch, fruit, herbs, maraschino cherries and cake followed in the shaded grape arbor.
The marriage of Miss Betty Snyder and Mr Earnest Thornton occurred last Sunday afternoon in a surprise ceremony. Rev Geo D Harris officiated at the bride's uncle Charlie Askew's home with Mr Joseph Askew of Atlanta in attendance. The couple now live with the groom's parents, Mr and Mrs J E Thornton.
A fabled voyage recounts Charlie Adamson Jr and companions crossing from Atlanta to Columbus aboard a single boat. They faced floods and Indian attacks but survived with no deaths. Survivors reached camp by the overland route, and a July Fourth thanksgiving is planned to honor their arrival.
Newnan and Carrollton battled in a three game set with Carrollton winning the opening contest on Tuesday. Newnan tied it by winning Wednesday’s game and the finale, halted after ten innings, ended in a mutual agreement so Carrollton players could catch the eleven o clock train home. Large ladies crowds showed support for Newnan as Jess Travis starred in the series per the Newnan Herald.
An old advertisement asserts Foley's Honey and Tar cures incipient consumption and offers comfort in advanced stages. It promotes Kodol as a stomach remedy for heart pain and mood issues after eating, urging readers to start with the stomach and buy from Hamrick's Pharmacy.
Ad promoting DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as the original healing soothing cooling remedy for piles. Claims substitutes exist but only the original works best and urges purchase at Hamrick’s Pharmacy.
The Ladies Dominoes Club entertained Friday afternoon with Mrs Geo Fuller hosting. Members and invited guests arrived at four o clock for a business session, then played at six tables on the veranda and lawn. A lunch with mayonnaise sandwiches and frozen punch followed.
Notice to taxpayers to file returns by July 4 in Carroll to close books. In parallel an advertisement touts Dr Shoop Health Coffee as a coffee substitute from Racine Wisconsin, claiming no real coffee and quick preparation sold by Burrett & Errell.
An unclear notice advertises a gold necklace with hearts on the chain and asks readers to leave at Free Preas to view stock and rewards. It also quotes Jhon Riha of Viningta praising DeWitt’s Kidney and Bladder Pills, claimed to be superior to any prior pills, with several local users reporting satisfaction. Hamri Pharmacy is listed as seller. A five room dwelling near City Park is for sale, with Wy Baskin of Bagkin Bain referenced.
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