Carrollton Letter Opposes Local Road Tax Bill
Mr Spence protests a proposed act to prorate county road taxes within Carrollton city limits to fund only city streets. He argues it shifts burdens from county to town residents, risks halting road development, and urges citizens and representatives to oppose the measure while seeking full bill clarification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrollton
Carroll County
Town
Couch
General Assembly
Garrolllon
Cerrollton
House
Carroll‘ton
Lindale to Visit Carrollton for Three-Game Series
Carrollton baseball fans will see Lindale, touted as the state’s fastest amateur club, in a three game set here early next week. The Lindale-Carrollton rivalry has produced strong exhibitions, with Carrollton winning two of three in the latest series at Lindale and previously taking the series at Carrollton. After the three game run here, Carrollton will return to Lindale for further games later in the week.
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Carrollton
Lindale
Mr J I Armstrong Found Dead in Field Near Lee's Chapel
Mr J I Armstrong a 72 year old resident near Lee's Chapel was found dead in a field Tuesday afternoon. He died suddenly while alone. Survived by widow and eleven sons and several relatives. Funeral services led by Rev J M Bagwell at Lee's Chapel drew large attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Armstrong
Lee's Chapel
F. Hason
T. Armstrong
J. I. Armstrong, Jr
J. W. Ashley
Hightower
Ala
BR. L. Armstrong
H. E. Armstrong
Roopville
R. M. Moon
Haleyville
J. W. Armstrong
V. Armstrong
Walter Armstrong
L. G. Banks
Carollton
Armstrong
J. M. Bagwell
Bannister Morrow Dead After Illness at Home
Bannister Morrow died Thursday afternoon at four at his daughter Mrs. J. B. Lane's home. Widely known in this section, he had recently returned to Carrollton after living in Tallapoosa following the death of his second wife. He is survived by daughter Mrs. H. B. Lane and son J. W. Morrow, both of Carrollton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bannister Morrow
J. B. Lane
Mr. Morrow
Tallapoosa
H. B. Lane
J. W.morrow
Carrollton
First Baptist Notes and Summer Plans Debate
Next Wednesday night June 21 a study of James third chapter will be held with large attendance urged. The Girls Auxiliary enjoyed a City Park outing. The church urges youth to attend the Summer School at A and M in June 1930. Supt Steed or Prof Melson can provide details. Prof Guy Wells, Mercer field agent, visited Carrollton and plans to recruit locally. The pastor again promotes the Sunday evening secret prayer at 7 o'clock inviting all Christians to join.
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James
The
Steed
Prof
Melson
Guy Wells
Temple
Lumpkin High Schools
Carrollton
Mercer University
Carroll County
Guy
Mercer
Carrol County
First Baptist Church
Dr. Barker Acquires Electrical X ray Cabinet
Dr Homer L Barker a leading physician installs an electrical cabinet for use in his practice The X ray equipment will aid in treating dislocations fractures and related injuries in his clinic.
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Homer L. Barker
Second Hand Ford Cars for Sale at a Bargain
W. L. Folds advertises several second hand Ford cars in good condition offered at bargain prices.
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Ford
W. L. Folds
Dr M W Hans Lewis License Revoked By Board
The license of Dr M W Hans Lewis to practice medicine is revoked by the state board after a hearing in Atlanta. Lewis was represented by J C Nan of Garvolston and W C Wright of Newnan. The board based its decision on his prior conviction in a Hare Superior Court case, recently affirmed by the Court of Appeals. Lewis has appealed and will continue practicing until final appeal is resolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. W. Hans Lewis
State Board of Men Examiners
Atlanta
Lewis
J. C. Nan F Garvolston
W. CG. Wright
Newnan
Holderness Gued
Hara
Court of Appeals
U Board
Little Boy Breaks Arm in Haleyville Visit
Arthur Dozier eight year old son of Mr and Mrs J J Dozier Haleyville Ala fell this afternoon while visiting grandparents on Maple street. He was skating with another child when he lost balance and broke his arm. The limb was set promptly and he returned to play.
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Arthur Dozier
J. J. Dozier
Haleyville
Ala
A. A. Simonton
Maple Street
Funeral for H B Drew Held in Tallapoosa Ga
The body of H B Drew, who died after a skating rink roof collapse on Pryor Street, was sent to Tallapoosa, Georgia for funeral and interment Saturday morning. Drew had been a route clerk with Kamper Grocery Company and recently relocated from Atlanta, residing there for six months. He is survived by relatives in the area.
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B. Drew
Pryor Street
Tallapoosa
Drew
Kamper Grotery Company
Atlanta
Accept
Ube
Revival Services At Tabernacle Baptist Church
MakenActe Barriscaygen Tabernacle Baptist Church holds revival services starting Sundays at 5 lay school 0 45 and 1 a m led by Pastor J Parrish and evangelist Hey J. Parrish. Evening services at 8 p m Monday through the week focus on God’s Law and brotherly love.
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Tabernacle Baptist Church
Hey
J. Parrish
Cape
Sted
Ise
Harris Commutes Morrow Sentence At A M Fair
Governor Nat E Harris commuted John Morrow’s sentence for assault on a wife employe, reducing fine and term to six months in the chain gang, with a further note that the evidence did not prove conviction. W L Folds offers $20 trade for best decorated Ford at next fall’s fair. second prize $10.
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Fivernor Harris
John'morrow
Ford
Nat E. Harris
John Eow
Court of Appeals
Applica
Iris
Pia
Harri A
Pyone
John Matthews
W. L. Folds
McIntosh Reserve Chapter D A R Meets For Arbor Day Plans
The McIntosh Reserve Chapter D A R gathered at Mrs E B Meadows home to discuss historic sites conservation of natural resources and Arbor Day. Mrs A A Simonton and Miss Almarine Shide led reports and urged shade tree protection and arboriculture education in Walker County. The group endorsed welfare work for women and children and backed a rest room project by Methodist ladies. Next meeting with Miss Almarine Slade on White Street set for September first.
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McIntosh Reserve
E. B. Meadows
West Av
Conservation of Natural Resources
A. A. Simonton
Almarine Shide
Almarine Slade
Regent
All-Day Singing at West View Church Third Sunday
An all-day singing event is planned at West View church on the third Sunday in June. AN leaders are invited to attend.
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West View
West View Church
Peas for Sale by W A Garrett
Peas for sale Saturday and Monday 200 bushels mixed peas offered by W A Garrett.
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W. A. Garrett
For Sale or Exchange House and Jet on Maple Street
For sale or exchange one 9 room house and a large jet on Maple Street. Willing to sell or exchange for a farm. Inquire at the Free Press office. 6-15 -1F Waleb your dite label.
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Maple Street
Free Press Office
U D C Meeting June 21 Annie Wheeler Chapter
The Annie Wheeler Chapter U D C will meet in the library reading room Wednesday June 21 at 4.00. All 42 members are requested to attend. The meeting aims to elect officers for 1916 17 and collect dues. This will be the last meeting of the summer. Les Masy, President.
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Annie Wheeler
U. D.C
Overland Roadster for sale and peas listing
Overland Roadster offered for sale in good condition. Also 200 bushels of peas available from W T Henry with pickups on Saturday and Monday.
Laprobe Missing Found Near Mandeville Mills Area
Laprobe missing near the Mandeville Mills area apparently found Saturday afternoon on a buggy near the spout where Ward to fond meal and hulls the left of W. O. Robinson's store. A. E. Nix requests its return to the owner.
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Mandeville Mills
Mr. Ward
W. O. Robinson
A. E. Nix
Horse and Surrey for Sale at Bargain
Good gentle family horse and surrey for sale at a bargain. Apply to C A Walker.
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Horse and Surrey
Walker
Sealed bids sought for coal at city schools 1916
Sealed proposals to J. H. Burson chair receive by the undersigned up to the 24th 1916 for supply of foal heating at City Hall Maple and College Street School buildings requiring 160 tons of steam coal and 7 tons of grate coal for West View and colored schools. Right reserved to reject any and all bids. J H Burson chairman
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J. H. Burson
City Hall
Maple
College Street
West View
Representative Candidacy Announcement for Carroll County
A candidate announces intent to represent Carroll County in the next general assembly subject to voter choice in the September 22 primary. The statement respectfully solicits support and influence while addressing voters and community members.
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Carroll County
General Assembly
Carrollton Triumphs Over Live Wires In Doubleheader
Carrollton wins 11 9 in the first game and 9 6 in the second as Roberson and Hammock lead a strong home attack. Jones hits a homer for Live Wires, while Snyder Dobbs Craven and Carmical contribute key hits for Carrollton in a brisk series continuation.
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Chattanooga
Robinson
Robertson
Goins
Janing Snyder
Tommy Craven
Carmical
Dini
Craven
Carrolltan
Jones
Nave
Roe
Dudderer
Nobbs
Carrollton
Knott
Garrellton
Roberson
Darkenss
Hammock
Carrottion Boys
Thompson
Lamb
Dudderar
Oj Senter
Brooks
Faucett
Goans
Niedhardt
Duodderar
xxSkelton
Robeson
Dobbs
Flournoy
Moncrief
Poae Snyder
Ny Dobbas
Burns
Neihart
Senter
Skelton
In Memory of Vivian 17 Month Old Daughter Passes
The death angel took Vivian on Saturday evening June 10 after four days of illness. Mr and Mrs J M Bagwell and their little boy mourn a loss that is deeply felt. The family thanks those who cared for Vivian and prays for comfort as they await reunion in heaven. The text mentions Bethel church and services but readable fragments are limited.
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J. M. Bagwell
Vivian
Rollufwyp Beka
Bethel Church
Oakland Cars Receive Car Load of Oakland Cars
A small town notice reports Oakland Cars receiving a shipment described as a car load of Oakland Cars. The message includes odd spellings and names Bleesoe Bolmes and references a demonstration free event.
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Oakland
Fire destroys home of J Render Terrell in Greenville Ga
In Greenville Georgia on June 15 the home of J Render Terrell solicitor general of the Ganeta circuit was burned allowing only a narrow escape for Terrell and his family.
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J. Render Terrell
Greenville
Ganeta
Mammoth Hen Egg Weighs Three and a Quarter Ounces
Temple resident J. O. Sharp displayed a remarkable egg weighing three and a quarter ounces. The egg measured seven and three quarters inches in length and six and three quarters inches in girth, laid by one of his Black Minorca hens.
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J. O. Sharp
Temple
City
Sharp
John D McGouirk Buys Judge Adamson’s Place
John D McGouirk of Woodbury buys Judge W C Adamson’s West avenue home with the western half of the lot. The sale, long sought, follows Adamson’s attempt to sell to local doctors for a hospital. Lease preserved for the judge and his son Reese Adamson of Atlanta until the east half is prompt for occupancy.
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Corroftion
John BD. McGouirk
Woodbury
W. GC. Adamson
West Avenue
Reese Adamson
Atlanta
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Spence
J. I. Armstrong
First Baptist
Girls’ Auxiliary
Hancock-Lewis
H. B. Drew
Mcintosh Reserve Chapter
Waleb Your Dite Label
Hesp
W. T. Henry
Finiterith Palterne
Bepahne
John D. McGouirk
Judge Adamson
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