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Newspaper

Carroll Free Press

Location

Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1914

Page

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Fourth District A. and M. School Ends Banner Year

The Fourth District A. and M. School closed with its best year yet. Students excelled in academics and athletics with notable work by Miss Josephine Tolbert who won the ready-writer's medal at Manchester. Diplomas were awarded after memorable addresses by Hon. J. R. Anderson and Hon. Lester C. Slade.

Josephine Tolbert Manchester E. T. Holmes J.R. Anderson Savannah Lester C. Slade Columbus Carroll County W. P. Henderson Griffin J. M. Murrah Carrollton J. A. Warren Barge A. C. Ware Hoganaville Louise Turner

Williams Meat Market Fire Destroys Local Market

A fire destroyed the Williams Meat Market on Newnan street early Tuesday after being discovered at one o clock. Loss was total for the market though nearby buildings were spared and several cattle in stalls suffocated. A second fire on Wednesday razed Sam Vaughn's home on King street, with the dry house burning quickly and adjoining places saved by fire department effort. The victim's savings were uninsured.

N. A Williams Newnan Street Sam Vaughn King Street

Rev J J Layton to Preach At Tabernacle Sunday Morning

Rev J J Layton will fill the 11 o'clock service at Tabernacle as Rev J I Oxford visits Bowdon for Missionary work. Oxford returns for 7 45 p m service. Sunday School starts at 9 30 a m. Annual picnic set for Thursday June 4 at Kingsbery Park near the river. Sunbeams at 2 30 p m and B Y P U at 7 30 p m. D W H

J.J. Layton Tabernacle J. I. Oxford Bowdon Ladies’ Missionary Work Our Association J. T. Layton Oxford Kingsbery’s Park

Hon J M Moore Enters Race for Representative

Hon J M Moore of Villa Rica announces candidacy for the legislature. A lawyer with prior term experience representing Carroll in the House he is known county wide and has many friends ready to support his bid for the lawmaking body.

J. M. Moore Villa Rica Moore Carroll

Steed Poplar Named Commencement Orator Across three towns

Superintendent Steed has been in demand as a commencement speaker, delivering three addresses in succession. He spoke at John Means Institute in Meansville to a large audience, Bremen High School, and his home in Villa Rica, receiving warm notices each night.

T.steed John Means Institute Meansville Bremen Villa Rica Steed

Splendid Example Set in School Garden Work

Prof J L Robb of Mt Zion in town for A and M School commencement presented Mt Zion Seminary produce sold locally. The agricultural program teaches scientific methods boosting home gardens and elevating crop value, inspiring county schools to follow the example.

J. L. Robb Mt. Zion

Farm Land Loan Offer in Carroll County

A notice advertises a $2,000 loan secured by well-improved farm land in Carroll County. Immediate action requested. Apply at once to John D. Newell, First National Bank Building.

Carroll County John D. Newell First National Bank

Baseball Association Readies for Games in Carrollton

The Carrollton Baseball Association begins work on the Dipot Street ball park and expects to field a strong team soon. Fences, stands, and diamond are in good shape. Manager Litesey seeks candidates to start practice early. a challenge has been issued to top amateur and semi pro clubs for upcoming games.

Carrollton;Baseball Association Dipot Strett Dimond Iit Litesey Bregin Tere

Snead Delivers Commencement Address in Douglasville

A. K. Snead spoke at the Douglasville schools commencement on Monday. His literary address urged education as a basis for a well rounded citizen. The speech aimed to guide graduates and impressed the audience with its clear reasoning and lasting message.

A. K. Snead Douglasville Snead

Ice supply now available at D F News Mill

Farmers notice announces a new refrigerator at D F News Mill with ample ice for out of town trade, saving customers a trip to the ice plant.

D.F. New's Mill

Five Room House for Rent on Maple Street

Five room house located on Maple Street available for rent. Contact A. A. Simonton for details and rates. Published notice indicates occupancy terms and contact information.

Maple Street A. A. Simonton

Graduates Receive Diplomas in Carrollton Commencement

The Carrollton school held its commencement for eleven graduates on Tuesday. Dr W F Fitts praised the class as one of the best, with a well-executed class play and exercises. The commencement sermon at Tabernacle Church was delivered by Dr V S Masters of Atlanta.

School of Carrollton Bere Bernice A. Bn Mara Merrell Jeannie Stone Susie Anner Ludie Williams Messrg Charles Brodnax Benjamin Brock

Premium Offered For Name For The New Baseball Park

Carrollton fans are invited to suggest a name for the new baseball park now under preparation. Submit a season ticket with your idea by placing your name in a sealed envelope and mailing it to the Carrollton Baseball Club manager for consideration.

Carrollton

Gas Plant a Proposed New Enterprise for Carrollton

Messrs. Jas R. Kiskaddon and C R Miller representing American Gas Utilities Co of Atlanta are in Carrollton this week to study establishing a local gas plant. The move is seen as a valuable city enterprise and potentially profitable for owners.

Messrs Jas. R. Kiskaddon C. R. Miller American Gas Utilities Co Atlanta

Corn for Sale Advertises Local Offer

Corn for sale. Apply to Lee Boyd at Carrollton Route 8 for details and purchase.

Lee Boyd Carrollton

Chamber of Commerce Meeting and Local Developments

The quarterly Chamber meeting on Friday May 29 at 4 pm will decide on railroad schedule issues with Rome officials visiting on May 30. The note urges full attendance to consider schedules, county interests, and cooperation with Rome, plus a community push for a Farmers Exchange at City Hall and praise for the fire department after a recent blaze.

Chamber Central Railway Rome Chamber of Commerce Rome Carrollton Baseball Association N. A. Williams

Look at Display At Fitts Drug Store Shows Child Education

A note urges support for Miss Kate Slade who guides young students at Fitts Drug Store. It praises the production of thought and skill by intelligent teachers and their small pupils, highlighting discipline and character building in the display. The message invites locals to encourage extended location for next fall.

Fitts Drug Store Kate Slade

Guaranteed Waltham Watch advertisement

A limited run offers a 17 jewel guaranteed Waltham watch with adjustable 20 year case at 11.50. Send a postal and Creel and Harper of Carrollton Georgia will ship by parcel post.

Creel & Harper Carrollton, Ga

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