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Carroll Free Press

Location

Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1913

Page

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Missing Birmingham Engineer Rufus R. Martin Feared Lost

Rufus R. Martin, a 26 year old civil engineer with Southern Bell Telegraph Co., disappeared after June 4 while en route to Mobile from Birmingham. His mother Mrs. E L Martin on Longview Street awaits any information, hoping for news of his fate as friends fear illness foul play or accident. Martin, a University of Georgia graduate 1911, is six feet two and a half inches tall with blue eyes and fair complexion.

Longview Street E. L. Martin Rufus R. Martin Birmingham Ala Southern Bell Telephone & Telegraph Co Bell Company Mobile Martin Mr. Martin University of Georgia

Indian Themed Ladies Aid Society Meeting at Presbyterian Church

The Presbyterian Ladies Aid Society met on church lane for an afternoon program focusing on Indians. Tea curiosities accompanied the study topic Indians. Mrs E B Meadows spoke on The Indian, Who What Where while readings were given by Mrs Shmonton Head and Wilson. Local Home Missions received a five dollar contribution.

Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church Church Lane E. B. Meadows

Milk Shakes At Fitts Drug Store Featured

Milk shakes made with pure syrup and rich milk advertised for patrons at Fitts Drug Store. Try one and enjoy a classic soda fountain treat in the shop.

Fitts Drug Store

For Sale One Extra Good Cow with Young

Advertisement notes a single extra good cow with a young calf for sale in Carrollton on Route 2. Contact details are not provided in the readable portion.

Young Y

Dissolution Notice for McClure Alexander Insurance Agency

Public notice announces the dissolution of McClure Alexander Insurance Agency. W L McClure states he will not be responsible for any business procured or transactions made by T D Alexander. Dated July 23, 1913.

McClure-Alexander Insurance Agency T. D. Alexander

Insurance rate cuts reported for merchants and city

Mr. Ragsdale of the Southeastern Underwriters Association met with city insurance men, the mayor, and a council member to present reductions. Merchants saw 10 to 12 percent drops, with some cases deeper cuts. City spending on fire safety may be offset by these savings, reducing fire risk and lowering costs for property owners.

Ragsdale Southeastern Underwriters’ Association Ragadale

Zachry Camp Nuptials Told In Newnan News

The marriage of Miss Pearl Zachry and Mr. Tom Camp of Newnan was held last Thursday with Rev. Davis officiating. A large circle of friends witnessed the ceremony. The couple will reside on LaGrange street in Newnan and are wished lasting happiness.

Miss Pearl Zachry Tom" Camp Newnan Davis

Lasseter’s Cross Plains Store Destroyed by Fire

The store of J. H. Lasseter at Cross Plains was burned early today, with the stock and building valued around 8000 dollars. Insurance covers about 3000 dollars. The fire’s origin remains unexplained.

J. H. Lasseter Cross Plains

First Baptist Church Pastor Returns to Pulpit Next Sabbath

The pastor is at home again and will fill his pulpit at the usual hour next Sabbath.

Equalization is the remedy says Gov Slaton on taxation

Governor Slaton defends tax reform saying it will raise taxes only on those who already pay less than their share and will lighten burdens for the majority who have treated the state fairly. He urges equalization as the remedy.

John M. Slaton

Work Day at Old Camp Ground Announced

Work day set for next Monday August 4 at Old Camp Ground cemetery. Volunteers urged to clean graves from 7:00 AM. Also contains an agents wanted notice by H F Henry Jasper Alabama offering big money for street sellers with 20 cents for parcel post.

Old Camp Ground H. F. Henry Jasper Ala

Carrollton Moves to New City Hall on Rome Street

Carrollton officials and city departments left the Mandeville building for a modern new city hall on Rome Street. The facility houses all city operations, including police and fire, water and light, and offers a downtown auditorium for platform events and theatrical attractions. The imposing, well lit building enhances the business district and reflects credit on the community and local authorities.

Carrollton Mandeville Rome Street Water and Light Commission

Central Baptist Church Morning Sermon and Evening Service

The Central Baptist Church announces morning preaching by the pastor at 11 o clock on the subject Why Am I Who Am I What Am I Going to Do with Job 3 11. Evening service at 8 with Prayer for Righteous Leadership text I Tim 2 1 2. Ladies meeting 4 p m B Y P U Tuesday 8 p m Prayer meeting Wednesday 8 p m I had rather be a door keeper in the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of the wicked.

The Mother's Right In Domestic Litigation

The Augusta case cited in the Constitution prompts Judge Pendleton’s view that Georgia should amend the law to grant mothers custody when unfitness is not clearly shown. He argues the statute reflects barbarism and urges legislature to adopt a twentieth century custody standard favoring mothers as natural custodians.

Georgia John T. Pendleton Pendleton Augusta Atlanta Constitution

Mr. M. C. Taylor Dies in Carroll County at 62

Mr. M C Taylor, a longtime Carroll County resident, died at home on Monday night aged 62. He was buried Tuesday at Stripling's Chapel at 4 p.m. with Masonic honors. Funeral conducted by Rev. J M Dodd and Rev. J M Stallings. Survived by widow, three children Mollie Taylor, Mrs J M Merrell, and J Taylor, mother, a sister Mrs Kate Bailey, and four brothers Jim, Cumby Taylor of Newnan, Henry Taylor of Whitesburg, and John Taylor of Atlanta. A Mason and Oak Grove Baptist member, he was widely mourned by friends.

M. C. Taylor Carroll County Stripling’s Chapel J. M. Dodd J. M. Stallings Taylor Misa Mollie Taylor J. M. Merrell J. Taylor Kate Bailey Jim and Cumby Taylor Newnan Henry Taylor Whitesburg John Taylor Atlanta Oak Grove Baptist Church

A M Fair Opens to Expand Livestock Show

John Matthews announces the A M fair from October 14 to 18 with an aim to enlarge the livestock department. He invites all livestock owners to apply for stalls and pens at no entry fee, promising care and a range of prizes for horses cattle hogs sheep and goats. The goal is a larger, people’s fair equal to the farm exhibit and county pride.

Carroll John Matthews

Mt Zionites Enjoy Camp at Simontons Mill

Mt Zion youths joined a camping trip at Simonton's Mill last week led by Prof and Mrs Robb. Attendees include Hester Auten Louise Thrash from Atlanta Vesper Garrett Carrollton Mayme Martin Ottie Holmes Daphne Morris Ophie Morris Jamie Garrett Bonnie Morris Mrs Robb and Mt Zion group members Tom Watson Trap Travis Clifton Martin Rhonali Holmes Albert Perkins Will Perkins Walter Perkins Hubert Morris and J B Robb.

Simonton’s Mill Mt. Zion Robb Misses Hester Auten Louise Thrash Atlanta Vesper Garrett Carrollton Mayme Martin Ottie Holmes Daphne Morris Ophie Morris Jamie Garrett Bonnie Morris Mrs. Robb Tom Watson Trap Travis Clifton Martin Rhonali Holmes Albert Perkins Will Perkins Walter Perkins Hubert Morris J. B, Robb

Masonic Convention Meets in Carroll County

Carroll County Masonic Convention gathered with Carroll Lodge No. 69 for its annual meeting. Dr J D Hamrick presided as W M of the lodge and the county convention. Reports show 13 lodges in the county with near 15 000 in value and over 200 Masons in attendance plus visitors from Heard and Douglas counties. Elected officers include M L Moore W M T F Sykes S W B F Roop J W E A Merrall Sec and Treas.

Carroll County Carroll Lodge No J. D. Hamrick W.M Carroll Lodge Carroll Georgia Union Masonia Heard Douglas

Letter from Cullowa Readers About Summer Heat And Local Growth

The piece reflects on extreme heat and summer joys, noting people flee to resorts while awaiting autumn. It highlights Cullman’s development, new courthouse and post office, and a Catholic church, with social notes on locals and a playful tale of a boy seeing his first train. It closes with hospitality for readers and best wishes from J. G. Boye.

The Mercury Sol Cullman Court House Will Herrin Carrollton Hardware Co Collman Roberson Old Carroll J. G, Boye

City Supply Co Sold by Mr. Stewart

The City Supply Company, a local wholesale grocery business run by Mr H. Stewart, was sold this week to J M Jackson, N N Johnson and G T Copeland. The new owners are experienced businessmen and the firm is expected to continue prosperously under their management.

City Supply Company H. Stewart Mesers J. M. Jackson N. N. Johnson G. T. Copeland City Supply Co

John the Baptist Subject At Presbyterian Meeting

John the Baptist is the focus of a Wednesday evening prayer meeting on August six. The service will be held on the church lawn and attendees are asked to write and bring a question on the life character and work of John the Baptist.

Presbyterian Prayer John the Baptist

Bowdon Locals Visit and Social Roundup

Additional Bowdon residents and visitors are noted including John Smith near Graham Ala S C Akers returning to finish W D Whalley’s new building Leonard Burson Arch Stephenson and others spent time in Carrollton. Lillian Lovvorn Kate Vance attend a house party at Miss May Belle Brown’s Belid Mill Ala Mrs Adams from South Georgia visits her brother A E Meming.

John Smith Graham Ala S. C. Akers Carrollton W. D. Whalley Thos. W. Griffith Malone Miasea Lillian Lovvorn Kate Vance Misa May Belle Brown Mill Oto Moore South Georgia Mrs. Adams South Geordie A. E. Meming

Also Mentioned on This Page

Ladies Aid Society W. L. McClure Zachry First Baptist Church Slaton New City Hall Central Baptist Church Mr. M.C. Taylor Masonic Convention M. L. Moore W. M. T. F. Sykes S. W. B. F. Roop J. W. E. A. Merrall Sec Treas Cullowa Maerita Hinatepa Stewart Bowdon Menara Leonard Burson Arch Stephenson Wellieeday
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