CE Roop Named Delegate to National Convention
The Georgia state convention in Macon approved President Wilsons administration and instructed the Georgia delegation to back his renomination. C E Roop of Carleton was chosen as a St Louis delegate from the fourth district, with Tarry Fisher R E Dismukes and J E McGehee as others. Several candidates for governor are discussed as the race diversifies under the county unit system for state offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macon
Wilson
Georgia
St. Louis
C. E. Roop
Carrollton
Tarry Fisher
Cowda
R. E. Dismukes
Muscogee
J. EH. McGehee
Messrs
Buford Boykin
James Beall
W. J. Millican
F. Q. Watkins
E. T. Steed
E. Roop
Hugh Dorsey
Joseph E. Pottle
A. O. Blalock
N. E. Harris
L. G. Hardman
Init
Congress
A and M School Domestic Science Breakfast Served
The young ladies of the A and M School prepared and served a well balanced breakfast for the class. Each girl can prepare a wholesome meal for thirty five to forty cents. Misses Willie Mac Henry and Sara Johnson served breakfast on Wednesday for guests Misses Ellen Walker and Jessie Henry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Mac Henry
Sara Johnson
Ellen Walker
Jessie Henry
SALE OF BONITA
Mr. and Mrs. W. L. McClire have bought the Bonita which they recently sold to Mr. J. M. McCarty of Fort Valley. The Bonita, remodeled, is up to date with more room elevation and ventilation. Mr. McClure plans to use the Paramount and Triangle pictures shown at the Geor eet and Vaudette theatres in Atrena. A good show every day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. McClire
Bonita
J. M. McCarty
Fort Valley
Two Second Hand Cars for Sale at Buick Agent Rome Street
Bargain sale offers two second hand automobiles. Apply to J. M. Johnson, Buick Agent, Rome Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Johnson
Buick
Rome Street
For Sale or Trade Mitchell Touring Car Open for Trade
One cylinder 40 horsepower Se passenger Mitchell touring car for sale or trade. Good car cheap. Apply at Free Press Office. City tax books open for receiving City Tax returns for the year 191.
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Mitchell
Free Press Office
Tax Book Closing Extended by County Receiver
AML recipients are told to file state and county tax returns by May 1 with penalties doubling for late payment. Carrollton tax office, run by W. M. Chambers, extends close date by ten days to ease taxpayer burden, urging prompt returns. Street tax for the current year is three dollars, rising to four fifty if paid after June 1.
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Carrollton
W. M. Chambers
Carroll County
L. J. Turner Dies at Home Near Villa Rica
L. J. Turner aged 79, Confederate veteran and longtime Methodist parishioner, died at his villa Rica area home after several weeks illness. He is survived by his widow Mrs Julian Turner and five sons Lonnie Glenn Claud Turner of Florida and Fred Thad Turner of Villa Rica, with many relatives. Funeral services were held at Concord church with Rev John Bryce officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. J .Turner
Villa Rica
Concord Church
John Bryce
Turner
Methodist Church
Julian Turner
Lonnie, Glenn
Claud Turner
Florida
Fred
Thad Turner
Ithis
Mrs P A Reid Laid to Rest at Friendship
Mrs P A Reid died at her home on 90 Mitchell Street Sunday and was buried Monday at Friendship Church in Douglas County. Funeral services were led by Rev Williams of Cross Plains. She was 78, suffered Bright's disease and heart trouble, survived by her husband. The couple had moved from Carrollton two months ago. The funeral drew a large gathering of friends.
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P. A. Reid
Mitchell Street
Friendship Church
Douglas County
Williams
Cross Plains
Reid
Bright
Carrollton
Large Crowds Expected at Bowdon Singing Sunday
Unusually large attendance expected at Bowdon singing convention with leading regional singers. Train schedules advertised to accommodate attendees, morning noon and night, to ease travel to the event.
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Bowdon
Oc Poin Ee SaaShirnal
W B Stephenson Dies at Bowdon in 77th Year
W B Stephenson a respected Bowdon citizen died on Tuesday May 1 at his son Archie's home. He was buried Wednesday at 3 pm from the Methodist church beside his first wife. A Baptist church member since boyhood he served as deacon and a Confederate soldier. Funeral rites were conducted by the Masonic lodge. He lived a long, quiet life among family and friends in his hometown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Stephenson
Archie Stephenson
Bowdon
Methodist Church
The
Baptist Church
Archie
Masonic
Burwell High School Holds Commencement
Burwell High School marked one of its most successful years under Principal Newton J. Warren with a commencement observance. Dr. Howard of Atlanta preached the sermon and the program included primary and intermediate exercises, a senior class play, and musical selections by the Bowden orchestra. Raind Meeks of Cer rolton delivered the literary address, with awards for declamation, recitation, and special prizes. certificates were awarded to Hattie Hearn, Grace Smith, Vesper Harrison, Waymon Craven, Roy Hearn, Shields Upchurch, and Charlie Prickett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burwell High School
Newton J. Warren
Gussie Boynton
Minnie Alexander
Carrie Spier
Howard
Atlanta
Emory University
Kate Hearn
Bowden
Raind Meeks
Roulton
Ray. Sims
Grace Smith
Belle Sims
Dr. Styles
Tentharade
Hattie Hearn
Vesper Harrison
Waymon Craven
Roy “Hearn
Shields Upchurch
Charlie
Prickett
Masquerade Ball at Skating Rink Friday Night
A masquerade ball will be held at the skating rink Friday night May 12 with a prize list in the circular. The event invites attendees to wear costumes and enjoy the evening with listed awards.
Program for W. M. and Devotion List
Program items include devotion, recitation by Mary Alexander and Polly's Pocket Book by Mrs. W. L. McClure, solo by Mrs. F. M. Camp, prayer, institute report Northwest Division by Mrs. L. L. Bonner, readings by Mrs. W. L. Smith, and general business.
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M.S
Lost hat reported near public square on Dixie street
A girl’s black straw hat with black green ribbon trim pink rosebuds disappeared Saturday afternoon April 16 between public square and Mr. J. T. Boatright’s Dixie street home. Return to this office or the police department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Square
J. T. Boatright
Dixie Street
For Sale Nice Sow and Pigs at Bargain Prices
Bledsoe and Powers offer a nice sow and pigs at bargain prices. Call on us at Bledsoe's Stables for details and availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bledsoe & Powers
Bledsoe
Cars for sale or trade by Bledsoe and Holmes
Several good second hand cars for sale or trade by T. C. Bledsoe and Glenn Holmes. See Glenn Holmes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. C. Bledsoe
Glenn Holmes
Lost purse on West Avenue in Carrollton
A black Tencent double purse containing 28.95 was lost on Tuesday on West Avenue or nearby Carrollton streets. Contact phone 336. If about potato plants see G. M. Holmes at telephone 400.
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West Avenue
Carrollton
G. M. Holmes
Telephone
Coroner's Jury Rules Adair Death a Self-Inflicted Tragedy
A coroner's jury in Waco concluded that A R Adair died by self action after being found shot at his home Friday night. The deceased, a former postmaster, had been despondent following a recent fever illness. The inquest panel included Dr Claud Griffin Dr T E Rogers J D Powell C M Warren A J Melear and G W Blackwelder.
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A 'W. Stallings
A. R. Adair
Waco
Adair
Claud Griffin
T. E. Rogers
J. D. Powell
C. M. Warren
A.J. Melear
G. W. Blackwelder
Removal Notice From Dr Thos W Brock Dental Office
Removal notice states by May 4th the dental offices will move to the Dr H J Goodwyn Building on the west side of the public square and requests calls from friends and patrons.
Special Notice on Gasoline Savings with Kerosene Use
A brief notice advertises saving 14 to 20 cents per gallon on gasoline engines by using kerosene. It instructs readers to write to P O Box 142 Cedartown Georgia. The ad also mentions Butterick Patterns at Bradley's.
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Cedartown
Carrollton Ball Team Plans Early 1916 Season Start
Carrollton Base Association announces the 1916 lineup nearly set with several new players arriving. Lefties Dobbs and Rosenberg already in town, plus Snidey and Hall joining, as manager Carntical to lead temporarily.
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Omhisis
Carrollton Bases Association
Dobbs
Johny Dobbs
New Orleans
Rosenberg
LaGrange
Lero
Griffin
Pat Powers
Yast
Bowdon High School Commencement Speakers Named
Bowdon High School has secured Rev. S. J. Parrish of Carrollton to deliver the commencement sermon on May 21 and Hon. H. A. Hall of Newnan to give the literary address on May 23. Thirteen students, five boys and eight girls, will receive diplomas from the high school department after a five course dinner served by the young ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don High School
Bowdon
Card of Thanks for A R Adair and family
A card of thanks from Mrs Myra A Smith Mrs Jennie Smith and family and others expresses gratitude for sympathy offerings and floral wishes after the death and burial of A R Adair. Also thanks Waco Bremen and Carrollton friends for floral tributes and deeds. wishes divine reward.
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Myra A. Smith
Jennie Smith
A. R. Adair
Waco
Bremen
Carrollton
J. E. Upchurch
Harvey Augustus Entrekin
L. E. Chappell
Public Debate At Allapoosa School House May 20
A public debate will be held at Allapoosa school house on May 20 at 7 30 p m The topic asks whether military training should be provided in all high schools colleges and universities in the United States The affirmative speakers are Frank Patterson and Hard Morris with negative J H Knight and T Widener Everyone invited to attend
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allapoosa School-House
United States
Frank Patterson
Hard Morris
J. H. Knight
T. Widener
Local Shop Offers Fresh Potatoes and Shoe Service
Porto Rico Yams and Nancy Hall varieties advertised with daily fresh shipments and contact via phone 400. G M Holmes offers shoe repair and delivery by calling 471. John M Butler mentions year amounts to 3.00 and 84.00 in unclear terms.
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Porto Rico
Nancy Hall
G. M. Holmes
J H Astin's Store Burned Early Saturday Morning
The store of Mr J H Astin on Rome Street was discovered in flames early Saturday. The stock was a total loss but the building was saved. there was no insurance.
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J. H. Astin
Rome Street
Stores Close Early in Carrollton This Week
Beginning this week Carrollton stores close at 6 PM daily and customers are advised to shop earlier. The change affects all locations with a new early closing time. Local merchants urge planning ahead to avoid missed purchases.
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Carrollton
Williams Quits Market Bus in Summer Vacation Plan
Mr N A Williams, long time in the meat market business, has taken a vacation and is out of business. It is understood he will resume operations in the fall under new arrangements.
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Williams
N. A. Williams
Ngaly
Fie
Secret Prayer Hour at First Baptist Church Remarks
All evening services at 7 p m on summer Sundays for a churchwide prayer concert for salvation in Carrollton. Memorial Day Parade honored by Captain Dempsey's volunteers with veterans, Daughters of the Confederacy, school children and a Stonewall Jackson tribute by Rev. John B. Garlon. Obituary note on Bro Henry Smith who died after asthma. Lester Meeks to study for the ministry and lead prayer meeting. Southern Baptist Convention meets in Asheville on May 16. Dr T W Reeves, medical student in Chicago, to return to Carrollton after a post graduate course.
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P.m
Carrollton
Ted
Dingy Dempsey
Daughters of the Confederacy
Stone-wall Jackson
John B. Garlon
Henry Smith
Southern Baptist Convention
Asheville
N. C
South
Millions of potato and tomato plants offered in Carrollton
Beginning Wednesday morning I will have potato plants to fit all orders with no delay. I can supply Carroll county with Nancy Hall Porto Rico Norton Yam and Early Triumph. I raise my plants and guarantee satisfaction. Tomato plants Ponderosa 25¢ per 100 Redfield Beauty 35¢. W T Henry Carrollton Ga.
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Carroll County
Nancy Hall
Porto Rico
Redfield Beauty
W.T. Henry
Carrollton
Home crown potato plants for delivery next week
Home crown potato plants including Por ta Rica Yams Sugar Yams Bunch Yams and Nancy Halls ready for delivery next week. Mail and phone orders promptly filled by parcel post. Phone 70.
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Home Crown
Porta Rica
Nancy Halls
Parcel Post
Potato slips offer 10000 Nancy Hall and Porto Rico varieties
Parcel post delivery available for potato slips this Saturday. Customer can order any variety. provide offers by leaving message or calling 195. Mr. 1D. F. Pearce of Maleyville Alabama is visiting this week.
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Nancy Hall
Porto Rico
C. Maxwell
F. Pearce
Maleyville, , Ala
Bond Election Notice for Villa Rica City Hall Bonds
Notice to Villa Rica voters of a May 1916 bond election to issue six bonds of 1000 each totaling 6000 for a city hall and land, with a two thirds majority requirement, ballot wording for or against, and election conducted under city rules. Officials I M Moore mayor and Jas W Harrrick clerk certify formal notice.
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State of Georgia
Carroll
Villa Tien
Villa Rica
Georgi
United States
ST Bonis
City Hall
City Wall
I. M. Moore
City of
Jas. W. Hamrrick
Conneil
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CE Roop
Domestic Science Department OF
A, & M. School
Rena
L. J. Turner
Friendship
W. M
Bradley's
John M. Butler
J. H. Astein
First Baptist Church
Lester Meeks
T. W. Reeves
Chicago
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