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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1909
Page
1
A Cedartown Standard item recounts a man determined to die by his own action. He bought rope coal oil matches arsenic and a revolver and went to a river. A failed suicide ended when the rope broke, the fire went out, and he survived. He later claimed to be a reform ticket candidate.
J. J. Shelnutt cautions the public not to hire or harbor his son John Shelnutt, a minor who has left home without consent, seeking to alert guardians and authorities to prevent further involvement.
The Carnival Queen contest ended Friday at 3:39 PM in front of Hamrick's with Laura Chambers beating Daisy Harris 27742 to 18722. Chambers wore the diamond ring from Hamrick's, and her party rode in a parade featuring Carrollton mounted police and decorated fire wagons.
Farmers in Carrollton area toil to plant all arable land, clear hedges and fences, and push ahead before a hoped for late spring. Every man and even children contribute, but a heavy rainfall Monday night threatens delays to field work.
Speculation swirls over Georgia legislature actions on the railroad commission. Viewpoints favor trimming the five member panel to three, aligning with a three member platform plank. Debates consider term expirations and the propriety of an elected official in office. Uncle Charlie McPherson, 63, dies. Confederate veteran and Bremen resident leaves a large family and a devoted wife, with funeral at Hamilton burying ground.
Three room rental on Adamson Avenue listed with apply contact J. P. Gray.
For Sale an undivided one half interest in a two story brick building on Alabama street one dwelling of five rooms with good barn and out buildings on Parsonage street one three room dwelling on Perry street in Carrollton Ga See me for prices E J Kaylor
Griffin News notes that Taft could be more effective with Congress than Roosevelt. It cites Roosevelt’s lack of floor influence and how his messages failed to move the 60th Congress, calling it a do nothing house and extravagant. It suggests Taft might better connect with lawmakers to push desired legislation.
Memorial Col. C. M. Tripp and wife brought Kate Tripp home from Atlanta for burial. Dr. W. C. New and Mrs. Bettie New accompanied them. Lewis, Mrs. Tripp’s father, and her sister were among the mourners. Friends met at the depot and escorted the casket to the cemetery for brief rites and interment.
An advertisement by Johnson Drug Co. touts Foley's Kidney Remedy as a cure for kidney and bladder trouble not beyond medicine’s reach. It claims relief for backache and irregularities, warning neglect could lead to Bright's disease or diabetes.
Letters from readers claim Paruna products cured chronic lung issues and coughs. A Miss Porter reports improvement after using Paruna, noting lungs produced a stringy substance and weight gain. Emma Martin of Odenma also credits Paruna with ending two years of coughing and sleepless nights after trying the remedy.
Community event at Herrin and West offers trunks for every body with accessible fittings for plus sizes and adaptations. Organizers invite families to test storage options and discuss inclusive fashion accessories in a practical, friendly setting.
To the public an old fashion reliable organ note promotes Mason and Hamlin and Chicago Cottage organs. It highlights satisfaction to homes and invites contact to purchase an organ or piano with favorable prices and terms.
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