Ray a Libby Bom and an Other Incident
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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1917
Page
4
Fragmented note suggests an incomplete record involving Ray and Libby Bom with other party references. Content is garbled. no clear event, date, or locale discernible.
Provost Marshal General Crowder issues a stern telegram to Governor Harris urging strict enforcement of the selective service act. Quotas will be allocated by state population, not by registration totals, and nonregistrants must be detected and prosecuted. The aim is to enforce penalties against those who fail to register.
A leaked instruction from Alexander explains how residents of the district should report alleged nonregistering individuals. It requests names of registering parties, precincts, and witnesses to prove age, aiming to identify unregistered voters and punish those aiding the cause.
The state highway commission approves county road plans and specifications for federal aid funds totaling about 135 million dollars for highway development. Standards for construction and inspection ensure efficient use, with Georgia investing three to four million dollars yearly to improve roads, fostering farms, business, and education.
A census bureau report released tonight totals all German, Austro-Hungarian, Turkish and Bulgarian subjects in the United States at 4 662 000 with about 1 000 000 age ten years or older The German group stands at 2 349 000 the Austro-Hungarian group at 1 878 000 the Turks at 148 000 and the Bulgarians at 11 000
A fragmentary advertisement notes Taskigestion worry and achy symptoms. W A McRae of Raleigh Georgia endorses Foley Catharie pills as satisfying and pleasant compared with others. Appears in a Carrollton store listing for Kell Creat Derrye.
The petition by M. Griffin as administrator of H. W. Griffin's estate states full administration was completed. The court is notified to show cause on or before the first Monday in July 1917 why the administrator should be discharged and letters of dismission granted, per Wood Milligan Ordinary.
Georgia Carroll County roads notice states that if no good case is shown by July first Tuesday 2017 an order will establish a second class public road near W C Huckoba residence in district 1163 and run northwest through lands of J S Huckeba Leon Hood and W L Nix to intersect McIntosh road at New Lebanon church. W M Robinson Commissioner Roads and Revenues.
The piece argues that ten million enlistments and full mobilization will not rush the war but will send an army division to France soon. It praises using American forces as allies not merely as support, highlights flag respect, and asserts the Stars and Stripes will boost Allied morale as Pershing's division lands. It frames U S sacrifice as pivotal for civilization and democracy.
An analysis from Tokyo reflects on American military buildup, viewing it as a natural response to the war and to German provocations. It argues Germany shaped suspicion of Japan and cautions that US distrust could deepen, while noting Japan can strengthen its navy without spurring fear, thanks to German machinations.
A reflective critique condemns German wartime conduct and policies. It cites Belgium’s violation, the sinking of ships, and targeting of civilians as evidence of aggression. It argues German actions alienated neutral nations and endangered civilization, urging recognition of abuses and caution toward German power.
The excerpt reflects mixed sentiment on America's declaration of war on Germany, noting a hope for strengthened ties with Japan and a belief that postwar America will be trusted and friendly. It emphasizes perceived gains in friendship and mutual understanding amid wartime rhetoric.
A provocative figure vows bold acts against the authorities urging firm action. The rhetoric signals a tense stand, with allies rallying behind a hardline stance as the public weighs constitutional bounds and safety.
R L Steed applies for permanent letters of administration on Amanda Daniela Daniels estate in Sid County. Creditors and next of kin must appear at the Ordinary W J Millican's office by law to show cause why administration should not be granted to KH J Steed. Dated June 7 1917.
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