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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1911
Page
7
Georgia Carroll County notices show Hy W Baxter seeks guardianship of Miss E C Baxter adjudged an imbecile. Hearing set for 10:00 am on the first Monday in August 1911 before Ordinary W J Millican.
Mrs J H Willis petitions for twelve months support for herself and two minor children from the estate of J H Willis deceased. Appraisers have filed their return and all interested parties must show cause before the Court of Ordinary on the first Monday in August 1911 why the grant should not be made. July 3 1911 W J Millican.
Several administratores in Carroll County apply for leave to sell lands belonging to estates. Hearings set for 10 a.m. on the first Monday in August 1911. notices dated July 3, 1911. Subjects include D S Haynes, J T Jones, S A Buttrell, and E Reagan cases with related support claims.
The article recounts the first fatal duel in what is now the United States, staged on Boston Common on July 3, 1728. Benjamin Woodbridge and Henry Phillips quarrelled at the Royal Exchange tavern and fought with small swords, Woodbridge dying at dawn and Phillips fleeing to a British man of war and later dying in France.
Frederick the Great encountered a crowd reading a placard mocking him. He had it lowered and declared an agreement: the people may speak as they please, and he may do as he wishes.
The Boston transcript recounts a private theatrical where a hostess refuses a flattering compliment. A guest insists a young and pretty woman fits the part, sparking a playful back and forth about suitability and performance.
A sermon emphasizes daily devotion to prayer Bible study and vigilant living. It urges followers to deny self and take up the cross daily, noting Ps 55 and Prov 8:34 to support morning noon and night prayer, constant study, and constant watching for Christ's return.
The creditors of W. H. Rabun deceased are to render their demands to R. W. Adamson the administrator and all parties owing said deceased are to make immediate payment. W. H. Rabun deceased. Carroll County Georgia.
The New York Herald notes the hot springs of Tiberias in Galilee as among the oldest celebrated baths. They run about 140 degrees Fahrenheit and contain sulphur, magnesium chloride and iron. Built in 1883 under Egyptian occupation, they attract pilgrims for chronic rheumatism and skin diseases.
The Kansas State Agricultural College art department cites glare from glossy walls as irritating. They find color in room articles helps, and rough finishes scatter light for a calmer effect. With careful care the rough finish can stay sanitary and pleasant.
Tommy wins the race and earns first choice of buns from a donor. The prize speaker quips that the early bird catches the worm, while Tommy hesitates to identify which bun contains the worm, asking his uncle for clarification.
Hudson Bay Company trappers report shallower waters hindering navigation as shores seem to tilt water toward the sea. The bay once used by Henry Hudson in 1610 has vanished or changed beyond recognition, though historical dates remain to mark the site.
Fragmentary text mentions Sam Jones and Elisa with unclear details. The readable parts suggest a social scene or conversation about a girl and possible wiring or plans. Names appear loosely, but context is too damaged to determine a clear outcome or location.
An early 20th century classified notice advertises a freckle removal cream from Hamack S W Co located at Square Carrollton Georgia. The terse copy touts lasting freckles coverage as a key selling point.
A dense listing of local professionals including Boykin and Boykin attorneys at law for Georgia Loan and Trust Co relocated to Carrollton offices, Dr J H Powell ENT and eye specialist in Century Building Atlanta, dentists and physicians in Carrollton with offices in Bradley Building, Adamson Jackson law firm, R D Jackson and Foster physicians, Lovvorn dentist Bowden, watchmaker J T Coleman, and real estate services with HAMRICKS pricing and guarantees.
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