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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1908
Page
2
The Washington Post argues China's plan to spend indemnity proceeds on sending 200 students annually for ten years could alter future trade and governance. A generation of educated Chinese return home, potentially molding a continent's destiny amid a transitional era.
The Rome district held its annual gathering at the Methodist church in Carrollton with about one hundred delegates and visiting ministers. The sessions provided information on church workings and offered instruction to the community, with hopes for more similar events in the future.
The Bremen Baptist church held a ten day meeting last week and received thirty five new members. The town showed strong interest. Rev. J. F. Jackson of Atlanta preached morning and evening most days, with Rev. I. R. Walker assisting part of the time. W. W. Roop, Pastor.
One 12 hp Russell engine and boiler with two saws and belting in first-class condition. Capacity ranges from 3,000 to 5,000 ft per day. Will sell cheap or exchange for stock. Contact S. E. Leathers in Villa Rica, Route 11-3.
The annual Garrett reunion is announced to take place at Bethel camp ground on Wednesday July 22. All relatives are especially urged to attend. J. H. Garrett.
The Central of Georgia Railway reports gross earnings for the year ended June 1907 at 11 377 900, down from 12 082 700 a deficit of 704 800. Costs fell too but final net earnings remain to be determined. June revenue rose 20 800 due to more fruit and vegetable traffic along the line.
A three year old cow owned by Jne Houseworth near Whitesburg gave birth to a calf with six legs. Surplus limbs emerge from the shoulders and hang as paralyzed arms not touching the ground. The extra limbs, one on each side, are uneven in length and cannot be controlled. It attracts notice as a curious anomaly.
Albany Ga July 12 Special A 23 1 2 pound striped bass or rock fish caught by Editor A M McIntosh of the Herald from the rapids of Muckafoonee creek below the power dam a mile and a half north of Albany is probably the largest fish landed in the area with light rod and small line. The catch is a notable achievement and has caused a local sporting sensation.
Special notice advertises plastering lathing and all types of shingling by W. W. Hagan. Shingling priced by the square from 60 ete up and lathing at 3 cents per yard. Contact via both phones 171 long and short distance.
Auction at the Central of Georgia Railway warehouse in Carrollton Georgia on August 10 1908 offers 8 inch and 12 inch sewer pipe with Y bends and stoops for cash to cover freight and storage charges.
Denver July 11 The Democratic convention completed its labors naming William Jennings Bryan of Nebraska for president and John Worth Kern of Indiana for vice president after an all night session and rapid finalization. Kern, a long-time Indiana politician, has served as state senator and been a frequent gubernatorial hopeful and federal party supporter.
Notice states J. F. Morris has bought a half interest in the grocery store and business of G. T. Jackson with all accounts payable to Jackson and Morris.
Foley's Orino Laxative is advertised as a gentle stimulant effective laxative. The claim notes no irritation and offers a money back guarantee. Sold by Hamrick's Pharmacy.
Zinc oxide used with white lead forms L and M Paint. The coating endures as long as linseed oil holds. Price is about 20 dollars per gallon. Roop Hardware Co is listed as L and M Paint agents.
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