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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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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