Several Districts Exceed Victory Loan Quotas Countywide
The Victory Loan drive reports multiple districts surpassing their quotas including Carrollton Whitesburg Clem Roopville Villa Rica and Bowdon Bowdon shipped a damaged tank back to Atlanta and a replacement was sent yet local spirit kept Carrollton Whitesburg Villa Rica and Roopville over the top Subscriptions in Carrollton reached about 165000 and Villa Rica about 35000 with Roopville following next day The drive continues through next week with expectations to fill Carrollton’s remaining 382000 quota and lift the county to full participation
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Carrolltan
Whitesburg
Clem
Roopville
Villa Rica
Bowdon
Atlanta
Bowden
Olem
Public
Carrollton
Inter
Carroll
Red Cross Nursing and Engine Class in Carrollton
Miss Madden of Atlanta leads daily nursing and engine lectures from 8 to 11 a m at the Red Cross rooms in the First National Bank building. A twelve person class already formed, may total twenty five, with enrollment open. Mrs S C Boykin, supervisor, notes benefit for home makers and women. Miss Madden at Cliff House Hotel to answer questions.
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Red Crows
First National Tank
Misa Madden
Atlanta
Mies Madden
Torees
Miss Madden
Carrollton
Belated Promotion for Lt Sam Stevens
Notice from the year department shows Lt Sam Stevens promoted to captain though discharged in army two months earlier. Promotion was delayed due to an error or miscalculation but is a source of gratification to his friends. Stevens is at Mayo continuing the merger university basketball team and was a star pitcher at Morer college.
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Sam Stevens
Stevens
Lt. Stevens
oMcer
Mavon
Badtballeam
Tmoreor
Leaf Opens New Store in Bass Building Corner Emery and Tanner
Mr A Leaf formerly of Bayamiah starts a mercantile business in the Bass building at the corner of Emery and Tanner streets. The store will open within a few days with plans to be ready for customers soon.
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A. Leaf
Bayamiah
Carrollton
Loan Meeting For Burwell Friday Night
Due to inaccessibility with the tank equipment last week the loan meeting is set for Friday night in Burwell. Carrollton residents will travel there and the Carrollton band will provide music. A delegation from Bowden includes Rey, H. J. Holliday, Otis Bartow, and others. a strong turnout is expected and Burwell is anticipated to agree to the loan.
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Burwell
Carrollton
Bowden
Rey
H. J. Holliday
Otis Bartow
Splendid Memorial Address by Mrs Betty R Cobb
The annual Confederate Veterans memorial day exercises in Tonor featured a splendid address by Mrs Betty Resnolda Cobb. The Free Press prints the speech so readers unable to attend can read this notable oration.
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Betty R. Cobb
Confederate Veterans
Betty Resnolda Cobb
Free Press
Boll Weevils Reported on Stallings Farm
Mr. M J Ridley sent specimens to the Free Press office this week believed to be boll weevils. Residents fear boll weevil damage this year due to the mild winter.
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BOLL
M. A. Stallings’ Farm
M. J. Ridley
Frea Prose
M. A. Stallings
Interesting Letter from Colonel Earl I Brown
A letter from Colonel Earl I Brown, a West Point graduate and engineer corps officer, is highlighted by local friends who celebrate his high rank in the technical Army arm and express interest in his correspondence.
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Brow
Mra
W. F. Brown
West Point
Regular Army
Engineer Corps
Hebron Commandery Elects Officers in Carrollton
Hebron Commandery No 23 Knight Templar Carrollton reports steady growth and strong Liberty Bond support with a 500 dollar fifth loan subscription. New officers elected for the year include Eminent Commander K Henderson Generalissimo H M Tyus Captain General H L Kingsbery Senior Warden J H Croft Junior Warden S C Boykin Prelate J P B Bradley Treasurer N N Johnson Recorder RH A Jolley Warden W H Sheats Sentinel and guards J G Robertson J W Stewart WH Goodwin.
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Hebron
Knighta Templar
Carrollton
Liberty
Grand Commandery of Georgia
Atlanta
J. J. Brock
K. Henderson
H. M. Tyus
H. L. Kingsbery
J. H. Croft
C. Boykin
T. B. Luck
J. P B. Bradley
N. N. Johnson
R. H. Kinnabrew
Harris
RH. A. Jolley
W. H. Sheats
Sentinel
J. G. Robertson
J. W W. Stewart
WH. J. Goodwin
Guards
Superintendent Whatley in Macon This Week
Superintendent W. D. Whatley travels to Macon this week to attend the convention of the county school superintendents of Georgia.
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Whatley
Macon
W. D. Whatley
Georgia
Pension Money Now Being Paid to Veterans and Widows
The county auditor announces pension money is ready and being paid to veterans and widows. Those entitled should come at once to collect payments, says W. J. Millican, Ordinary.
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T.am
W. J. Millican
School faculties re-elected. two teachers to leave
At a recent meeting of the city board of education Superintendent He B. Adante and all teachers were re elected for the ensuing year. Miss Scarboro and Gooch of College Street school will not return to Carrollton next year. The board voted to eliminate military training and salaries for the superintendent and principals were increased.
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Ity
He B. Adante
Jetty
Scarbora
Gooch
College Street
Carrollton
College
Dr Hancock Lewis Loses Medical License in Georgia
The Georgia Supreme Court upheld the revocation of Dr M W Hancock Lewis of Carrollton to practice medicine. He has fled an injunction to block enforcement and may continue practicing pending legal points. He argues the revocation law cannot apply to his case due to a prior Haralson County conviction and ongoing litigation surrounds him, including alimony awarded to his former wife.
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Supreme Court of Georgian Reum
M. W. Hancock Lewis
Carrollton
Boykitt & [Evs Ir
Lewis
Hanacock-Lewis
Haralson
Hangock-Lewis
Carroll Superior Court Bia
Death of Rev J H Dial at 85 Near Tyus
The Rev J H Dial died at his Tyus area home on Sunday and was buried at Waldenome church Monday with services by Rev J J Gray. Survived by his second wife two sons Rev O Dial and Mr B Dial of Carrollton and six daughters Mrs Rank Duke Mrs Fret Duke of Angus Mrs Bud Elkins Mrs Gus Adams Mrs Pieret Taylor and Mrs Nancy Gladney of Arkansas. Dial 85, remembered as a good man and the family enjoys community sympathy.
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J. H. Dia
Tyus
Waleome Church
J. J. Gray
Dial
B. Dial
Carrollton
Mys
Rank Duke
Fret Duke
Ygus
Bud Elkins
Gus Adama
Pieret Taylor
Nancy Gladney
Arkansas
Rev J M Hawkins Sermon At Concord Next Sunday
Rev J M Hawkins of Atlanta will preach at Concord Sunday morning next at 11 o clock. Be sure to come and hear him. B F Mize BC
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J.M. Hawkins
Concord
J. M. Hawkins
Atlanta
Notice singers moved to June at Carrollton Georgia church
The State Singing Convention formerly set for the 2nd Sunday in May at Tabernacle church Carrollton Ga has been rescheduled to the 1st Sunday in June with the Saturday before. O R Mullins pres J H Lipscomb and G W Fleming executive committee. Pordas for sale I have two Fords for sale or trade Also one Ford roadster body tf RB Meeks.
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Tabernacle Church
Carrollton
O. R. Mullins
J. H., Lipscomb
G. W. Fleming
Pordas
Meeks
Ainging Convention At Pleasant Grove Church Weekend Meet
The Carroll County Progressive Singing Convention will gather at Pleasant Grove Church two miles west of Willy Blew on Saturday and Sunday March 3 and 4. All singers and music lovers are invited. BarB Hixon, Secretary Advartine.
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Carroll County
Pleasant
Grove Church
Willy Blew
Barb, Hixon
County council urged to form permanent organizat ion
Local residents discussed forming a county-wide trade board and securing sufficient membership. About ten groups had applied and around 200 members were anticipated, with a goal of a permanent organization to coordinate efforts and mobilize participation in county projects.
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Contmercs
Tumaher
Adil Berships
Massialonzo Richard to Speak at Carrollton Club Meeting
In Atlanta M Olvic Club will host an address by Massialonzo Richard on Friday May 8. Mionzo Richardson and Club women of BYaidrom are expected to attend. The event aims to energize Carrollton members and bolster enthusiasm for the club’s upcoming activities at the Heyderson hall.
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Mionzo Richardson
Atlanta
jAyaat
Civic Club Rally Amid May Meetings At Henderson Home
The Civic Club announces a rally meeting from May 1 to May 9 at Mrs. WW Henderson’s home. Mrs. Alonzo Richardson of Atlanta, a prominent Georgia club woman, will speak on general club lines. All Civic Club members urged to attend.
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Enact Club
Tueday
WW. R. Henderson
Club
Alonzo Richardson
Atlante
Georgia
Civic Club
W. BR. Henderson
Wright to speak at Carrollton public square Saturday May 3
Hon W O Wright will be in Carrollton Saturday May 3 in the Public Square at 4 p m to address the crowd. Wright is described as a tireless speaker and the public is invited to hear him.
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Wright
Carrollton
Speakeu
Whitesburg OKs Local Tax for Public School
The Whitesburg school district voted on a local tax for public schools and won 74 to 6. The decision places Whitesburg among county districts seeking to improve educational facilities for their children.
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Whitesburg
The French Ad. A Clever Ad for a Soft Drink
A dated advertisement text highlights a singular soft drink promo, praised for its clever wording. It appeals to readers and to soldiers overseas familiar with La Belle France, suggesting the ad will resonate with those connected to foreign service memories.
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France
Foreign Service
Revival in the Methodist Church Protracted Meeting Call
The Carrollton pastor W. H. Cooper invites all Methodist members and other pastors to a protracted meeting beginning next Sunday. He urges participation, inviting families to convert and join, and stresses cooperation to unite Christians against common concerns.
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Clean O'Stock
Te Methodist Church
Avery Christian
Goma
Carrollton
Hig Love
Eervice
W. H. Cooper
Presbyterian Church Seeks Full Attendance Next Sunday
Members urged to attend church services with Dr. Tenerason's morning sermon on life lessons for youth and adults. Evening talk titled The Lack of One Thing explores its effect on character and destiny. A sand table display impressed Primary Sunday School, with Miss Latimer guiding the lambs. Ladies' Presbyterial Society of Atlanta Presbytery meets at First Presbyterian Church this week with Mrs. J.T. Wall and Mrs. JOC Brock in attendance.
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Teneraon
Miss Latimer
Ladies’ Presbyterial Society
Atlante Presbytery
First Presbyterian Church
Atlanta
J.T. Wall
Westminster Society Meeting With Latimore and Glance
The Westminster Society will meet Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock with Miss Latimore and Miss Glance to observe the recovery of Seekak family members after their recent illness.
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Westminster Soristy
Latimor
Glanco
Baptist Tabernacle Weekly Services and Plans
Sunday May 4th schedule includes Sunday School at 10 led by Mr. Lee Stewart and his wife. Sermon at 11 by Rav. 8. J Parrish preaches on God s Highest Partisan in our Church. Evening service at 7 40, sermon 8 on Trust versus Believing. Pastors and helpers meet 3 p.m. Monday. Ladies Missionary Society meets 4 p.m. Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 led by Mr Will Cole with subject to be given Sunday.
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Baptist Tabernacle
Lee Stewart
J. Parrish
Ohurch
Byomby
Severy Indy
Emireh
Ladies' Missionary Society
Will Cole
First Baptist Notes Special Evangelistic Services
First Baptist church announces evangelistic services starting Sunday June 8 with pastor epheo Mont Wonderful Church Georgia as Sunday May 4 11 o’clock subject. Evening message at 8 o’clock How to Have What You Want. Attendance urged for all members. Sunday school lesson next Lord's Day the Worth and Dignity of Man at 9 40 sharp. Willing Workers meet May 6 at 4 pm with Mrs Clauce EB Smith. Ausistities meet next Sabbath. May 7 at 4 pm Woman's Missionary Society meets May 7 at 4 pm. mid week prayer May 7 8 pm conducted by Lee and Mr L B Sima. Southern Baptist Convention.
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Epho Mont Wonderful Church
Georgia
First Baptist Church
Clauce EB. Smith
Woman's Missionary Society
Southern Baptist “Convention
Memorial Day Address at Atlanta Conference
The May ceremony featured Mrs. Betty Reynolds Dobbs as the day’s orator, calling for patriotism and humanity. She praised southern womanhood and urged action for veterans and the aging sisters, with a tribute to the memorial’s organizers and the community’s ongoing dedication.
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Atlanta
Hanide
Memorial Day Observances and Thanks by Annie Wheeler Chapter
Memorial Day 1910 observed with respectful exercises and graves decorated by the Annie Wheeler Chapter and friends. A bountiful dinner followed, with care extended to sick townsfolk and to the poor farm. The chapter thanks all who helped maintain Confederate Veterans’ memory and dignity.
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Carrollton
mThe
Annie Wheeler
Expressions of Gratitude for Support During Illness
The Osrd of Thanks expresses heartfelt gratitude to all who aided and comforted during extended illness of a husband and father. They praise generous friends and ask that God bless each helper. Signed by Mrs. Mary Dial and families, Frank Dykes sid, 0. Dial, J.B. Dial.
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Waltingson
Mary Dial
Frank Dykes
Sid
Fred Dykes
Dial and Family
J.B
Dial
Sale of Nine Acres and Adjacent Land Near Carrollton
Advertises real estate for sale including nine acres near Hyatts, 28735 acres six miles west of Carrollton, 158 acres near Bowdon Junction, 202 acres two miles of Central Hatch, a one and a half story house and outbuildings by Mapie Bt, a four room house and lot on Clifton Terrace, houses on Booth Street, vacant lots on Newnan Street, and other parcels described as good houses and outbuildings on Maple Street. Dial and contact details provided.
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Hyatt
Adeca
Carrollton
Good House
Japa
Maple St
Sai
Chi
Ton
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RED Cross
Lear
Colonel Earl I. Brown
Commandery
Pension Money
READY
Targ Oe
J. H. Dial
B. F. Mize
B.C
Advartine
Massialonzo
Richardon
Addrawa
M Olvic
Presbyterian Church
Seekak
First Baptist Nottes
Memorial Exbrzociers
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