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Newspaper

Carroll Free Press

Location

Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1918

Page

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How to Avoid Influenza and What to Do If Infected

Concise guidance from the National Conference of Army Navy and Civilian Doctors outlines measures to prevent influenza and actions if ill. Stay home, avoid contact, use separate utensils, keep hands clean, cover coughs, disinfect handkerchiefs, wear masks, rest in a well ventilated room, and follow physician advice. Emphasizes staying warm, avoiding crowds, and observing state and city rules.

National Conference of Army, Navy Wnh Pnaemonia

Civic Club to Meet at City Hall Thursday

The Civic Club will convene at city hall at 3 p.m. on Thursday the 17th. Members are urged to attend as appropriations of funds will be made and special war work will be decided. Mrs. C. G. A. Lyle was elected president at the October 10 meeting and promises a full winter’s work. Mrs. W. W. Baskin is Chairman of Press Committee.

Civic Club CG. A. Lyle W. W. Baskin

Card of Thanks from Mrs Banks and Children

We thank friends and neighbors for kindness during our bereavement. Special thanks to Brother H Parrish for his words and kindness. May God bless Joh and all who befriended us in any way.

Parrish Joh BR. H. Banks

For Sale 1917 Model Four Ninety Chevrolet Car

Classified notice offering a 1917 Four Ninety Chevrolet in good shape with motor described as runs as new. Also offers a “good survey” at a bargain. Contact GRAY, R. 8, phone 988-11. Moetetpd

Will Gray

Chalmers Car-Only Run Covers 909 Miles At Once

Buoyant report notes Chalmers car-only run completed in a single stretch covering 909 miles, marked by Buford Boye in the account.

Buford Boyein

Wanted—100 Males Aged 3 to 6 At T Bledsoe’s St Ble

Authorities seek 100 boys aged three to six believed to be at or near T. Bledsoe and Co’s street location. Public appeal urges guardians to report any information to local police or company reps. No further details provided.

Carroll Superior Court In Session

Carroll Supplier Court convened Monday with Judge Realer presiding. Albert T. Cot named foreman of the grand jury. Wiehantson elected clerk. Stallings named grand jury bailiff. State interests guarded by Solicitor General C. Roop. Court stenographer Revil present. others at the courthouse. Next week criminal docket to be taken up.

Revil Mosare D W. Brown Oriee J. Smith

War Industries Board limit on Carrollton power use

Telegram from RAWSON COLLIER to G Cheney in Carrollton states starting October 11 no retail industrial power over four horsepower may be used except 7 am to noon weekdays and 7 am to 12 pm Saturday. No electricity for stores after 7 pm except bakeries confections and similar. Enforce the order.

G. Chenes Atlanta Af G. Cheney Carrollton Tin War Industries Board Baturda Bakerlox Rawson Collier

The Only Show Coming This Season At A. & M. Fair

Roberts United Shows promote a season at the A. M. Fair from October 22 to 26 1918 promising lively attractions free gates a leap for death from a four foot bank of water ramps horse racing and other amusements daily. The grounds are prepared with clean tents wood seats and ample room for all visitors. The agricultural exhibit is billed as the best yet with Jerseys and other breeds among the livestock on display. W T Henry speaks for the Fair Association urging families to attend.

Roberts United Geta I Vadder Tito Waterhead Durham W. T. Henry the Fair Association

Mayor Candler Offers Scholarship to top Carroll County Girl

Hon Asa G Candler mayor of Atlanta orders W T Henry manager of the A and M Fair to award a scholarship to the girl with the best record in Carroll County Canning Club The prize may be used at G N J C Milledgeville LaGrange Female College State Normal Athens or the A M at this place The premium is described as standout encouragement for girls to excel in canning work.

Asa G. Candler Atlanta W. T. Henry A. & M. Fair Carroll County Canning Club Milledgeville LaGrange Female College State Normal Athens

Campaign Against Spread of Flu Aims at Merchants and City Bodies

Merchants the Mayor and Council and the Civic Club wage an active campaign against the flu spread. The report notes that spitting on floors and sidewalks aids transmission and urges well ventilated buildings and disinfectants on floors to curb outbreaks.

Civic Club

Big Auction Sale at S M Fair

An auction of about 30 head of fine thoroughbred cattle including Jerseys from Wall An Piis all thoroughbred stock aged from 60 months to years old. For further tenure details contact W B NIX, Carrollton, Ga.

Jerseys Porl Durham Wall

Dr Bringhurst Tour Planned for Carrollton Dates

Dr Bringhurst schedules appearances in Carrollton on October 14 and 15 at the First Nations Rank building. The notices invite the public to bring their troubles for discussion with Dr E S Belngu est.

Carrollton

Big October Sale At Tyus Store Draws Big Crowds

Observers note a happy bustling scene at H. A. Tyus popular store as the October Combination Sale drives heavy bargain business. Mr J J Prince and family traded $150 worth of winter shoes clothing and dry goods, with shoppers coming from surrounding areas by buggy wagon and car. Sales manager P F Smith hails “world beaters” in Carrollton as the sale extends through October and many locals are welcomed.

Sue H. AL Tyus J. J. Prince Roopville Ma. J. H. Anderson Bowden Alabama P. FP. Smith Carrollton Prince

Called to service and settling accounts in Carrollton

Dr H L Barker states he has been called to service and will be in Carrollton for a few days this week and next. He directs creditors to settle at Carrollton Ding Co with T J Lek for books and accounts and with Maxwell for cotton top price and receipts. He signs as aiding the war effort through bond purchases.

Carrollton Carrollton Ding Co T. J. Lek Maxwell H. L. Barker

Wheat Drill at Auction at Carrollton Court House

Deering wheat drill to be sold at the Carrollton court house on the 19th at 4 p m. Hamrick, Auctioneer. Buy Liberty Bonds and keep them.

Deering Court House Carrollton Getaper

Carrollton Methodist Church Events and Record of Giving

Carrollton Methodist notes praise for Ye Furrell and church work. Upcoming services feature sermons titled This World Not a Tejist but a Fighter and The Let Family or County Come to Town. Missionary Society hosts Monday at 2 p.m. Visitors welcomed, new members to be received. Tomorrow Work Day for Decatur orphans to raise funds. Georgian orphans relief emphasized. Woman's Council meets Monday at 3 p.m. at the church. October 18 set as decision day with emphasis on prayer and consecration. Financials celebrate a large plate offering and strong attendance. On Wednesday several Methodist preachers listed among speakers. Auxiliaries meet next Sunday. Board of Deacons Friday in Citizens Bank director’s room. Walworth Dods to lead midweek service next Wednesday evening October 20th.

Woman's Council

First Baptist Notes Invitation to Next Sunday Sermon

A church notice invites every member to attend next Sunday's service. It emphasizes a great opportunity and urges not to miss the event, mentioning a message from Geneval fershing to the churches of America as a notable context.

Apnin Eiving Churches of America Sundies

Presbyterian Church Evangelistic Service Announcement

Preparatory services were held last Monday and Tuesday by the pastor. A young peoples meeting and evangelistic services are planned with Dr Thacker preaching and Mr Jelkw leading song. Attendees urged from Carrollton and vicinity. Businessmen and employees invited to attend daily from 7:00 to 6:45. Church nine committee, chaired by Mrs Joe Aycock, welcomes help.

Lehei Carrollton Vivinity Dr. Thacker Jelkw Lem

Paul Mullins Severely Wounded in Battle Front Action

Information received by his parents states Paul Mullins is severely wounded while fighting on the battle front. The report underscores the ongoing danger and uncertainty surrounding his condition.

Paul Mullins Paul Malling Hee

Carroll Rally Day Sees Counties Hit Quotas Despite Struggles

The rally in Corti county drew large crowds but failed to push Carroll county past the required target. Reporters noted hot effort and high spirits, yet several districts missed their quota while volunteers urged last minute subscriptions.

Corti County Jay Wee Carroll County Carroll

A. M. Fair Announces Moral Entertainment and Premium Bids

The A M Fair promotes a moral program with high-class shows and no gambling. It claims $7100 in premiums and invites exhibitors to secure premium payments, listing events from October 22 opening to October 28 closing, including band performances and thoroughbred entries.

Ortoler Erin Ahuily Shere

Undefined likely event text from religious gathering

Fragmentary OCR describes an evangelical meeting with choir participation and personal invitations. It mentions a service, a Sunday or Humday ironing, offerings for a library or Sunday school, and a signed pupil class arrangement. The text is garbled but centers on a church assembly and charity offering.

Theo R van Baie Italy Biutilay School Tomaion Cause of Our

Baptist Tabernacle Meeting and Missionary Union Event

Sunday at 11 morning and 7:30 evening services announced at the Baptist Tabernacle on Roadiy Street. The Woman's Missionary Union Association will meet Monday October 12. Next Sunday is the last Kully Day of the year and offerings support missions and orphans home. WW Horrig leads the prayer service Wednesday at 7:30 with the conference delegation elected to the avunciation expected to attend.

Woman's Missionary Union Association Mrnday Carrollton Nso Liberal Sions Horrig Este

Program W. M. 5S. Methodist Church Schedule

W. M. S. program at Methodist Church includes hymns Why Stand Yo Idle and Work for the Night is Coming, lesson on money as curse or blessing, readings, prayers, and reports of committees. Officers J. L. Thompson presides with Mrs. Lowry, Carlisle. Topics Alma for the Year and Presentation of Stewardship led by L. K. Smith and J. F. Boykin.

Mie Thompson Carlisle

Temple GA Home For Sale With Pasture And Orchard

For sale a good eight room house in Temple Georgia with a pasture and running water, garden and apple orchard. Includes well and the other unnamed improvements. Convenient to churches and school. For information address Wis. UL OW. GHILEFIN Heflin Ala Box 12.

Lal Ghilefin Heflin

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Carroll Superior Court Wisehaye Candler M. Fair W. Bh. Nix Currollton, Gu DR. Bringhurst Coming DR. E. $. Belngucest J. Erwesd Thacker, D. D Jesks Preagyterian Church Furell Carrallton Gheany the Missionary Society Anvers Decatur Prench Belgium Carrrollton The Hooth Red Crewe Rovs Durrell J. R. Bpear Lucian Roper W. KR Cruge Clg Freeman T. Ifvey Our Church Erlvin Etha Deaceun Citizens Bank Walword Dods First Baptist Presbyterian Church Hervier Joe Aycock Siogura Baptist Tabernacle Lye Delegaton Methodist Church Temple, GA Weit Ab
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