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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1922
Page
7
Local society notes list visits and greetings among Carrollton residents and guests from Atlanta, Chattanooga, Columbus, and Montgomery. Events include births, trips, missing weather, library offers, and plans for the Carrollton Follies while many travelers move between Atlanta and nearby towns.
Mr and Mrs John Henry Moreh announce the marriage of their daughter Elizabeth to Dr Terence Genre on Sunday July 2 in Hartwell Georgia Dr and Mrs Genre will reside at 880 N Chestnut Street Latting Mich
Mr and Mrs James Perry Phelps of Linden Fin announce the marriage of their daughter Lucils to George Brown Stephenson formerly of Carrollton. The ceremony will be held Sunday July 24 at Linden Methodist Church Linden Ma.
Mr and Mrs Robert Allen Jones announce the marriage of their daughter Naomi Doris Jones to Mr Raymond Harrin Wolfe on June 29 1983 in Atlanta Georgia
John Whatley entertained the Junior Baracas on Friday night at the family home on Austin avenue. Guests included Buford Holmes Dean Smith Barrett Dobbs Duma Morgan Francis Fite Clyde Boynton Frank Baes John Whatley Render Whatley and Mr Lewis Sims. Ice cream and cake were served by Ruth Smith and Annico Whatley after music and games.
Miss Worthy entertained on Tuesday evening in honor of Miss Nina Mac Guard of Atlanta. A number of guests attended including Mirgos Nina Mac Guard Nellie Belle Robinson Ruth Gladney I V Worthy Mesars Hugh Deweil Lunger Williams Gabher Gladney Bailey North Knox Williamson Selma Long Homer Worthy and others. After many games were played refreshments were served.
A reception was given at the home of Mrs Lyle last Friday afternoon in honor of Mrs Ray Hay formerly Miss Saraake Shaw. Punch was served as guests registered in the bride’s book. The salad course was served and Miss Alex held a role in the event. Helpers included Mrs McClellan and Mrs Chas vn Lyle. All friends called during the event. The bride received a token priced at 75 cents.
Georgia leaders including Bishop Ainsworth Judge Nash R. Broyles Rev. Ashby Jones and Governor Hardwick attended the state conference in Atlanta. The gathering urged vigorous enforcement of prohibition and all laws, forming a permanent organization to push major reforms in law administration. Flere participants from Carrollton and other areas attended.
Carroll Lodge No. 69 P M M held a July 4 1922 communication with W H Foster of Contanula Lodge presiding and conferring the BA degree on three candidates. Visitors included W M J St Croft of Fres State Lodge and L J Brock. Talks on Masonry urged brotherhood morality and relief as the lodge invites all Masons to visit.
Missen Play and Frances Burton hosted the Howdy Girls club at their Longview street home on Thursday evening June 29. Regular member Miss Dozier of LaGrange attended as a visitor. After the business meeting a splendid program was enjoyed.
An all day singing event is announced for the third Sunday in July inviting all to attend. Patrons are urged to bring a well filled basket and a watermelon for the gathering.
Property available for immediate possession on West Avenue listed by G. C. Cook at Peoples Bank. Contact details not fully legible. notice indicates rental offers or inquiries may be directed through the bank.
The Water and Light Commission reports progress on the city’s water and sewerage bond issue. More than four miles of sewerage and three miles of water main have been laid with twenty three new fire hydrants improving fire protection, done at a savings to taxpayers.
The First Baptist Sunday School enjoyed a fine outing at the Oak Lawn Swimming pool last Tuesday July 4th. Grounds were prepared by pool manager Mr P L Griffin. Dinner was served at six in the park. Carrollton residents boast of a beautiful park suitable for such occasions.
The Carrollton Association will hold its second annual B Y P U convention with Villa Rica Baptist church on the third Sunday in July. A strong program features prominent speakers from the Association and Atlanta. Dinner will be served on the grounds and all are invited.
The Heard County Sacred Harp Memorial Singing Convention will convene at Bethel Primitive Baptist Church north of Roopville and Mentralhatchee on the fourth Sunday in May and the preceding Saturday. Singers and lovers of sacred music are invited to attend. address details attributed to R. Denney.
The barn of J. H. Holland at Hulett burned at daylight Monday. Two mules wagons harness tools and forage were lost. Neighbors alerted the sleeping family and suspect a prowler may have started the blaze. accidental incendiary theory is questioned.
The 16th annual meeting of the Carroll County Masonic convention will be held on Wednesday July 19 with Bowdon Lodge No 206 Bowdon Ga. An elaborate program is planned by convention officers and the Magians of Bowdon all qualified Masons of Carroll and surrounding territory are invited for a cordial gathering Fraternally E A Merrell Secretary.
The Public Schools will begin on Monday July 17 with districts able to start July 10 if conditions permit. Schools should operate when the most pupils can attend and districts that ran through winter or exhausted local funds will have no summer session funded by local trustees. By order of the Board of Education. WHATLEY, IRE.
The Library Association agreed to a personal financial guarantee to keep the Carrollton Library open free to all starting Friday July 7 and continuing until the first of October due to insufficient funds for the librarian’s salary. If no further help is received the library may close.
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