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Carroll Free Press

Location

Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1920

Page

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One Killed and Three Hurt in Auto Collision

A fatal crash on Fairburn road near Red Oak and College Park left Wyatt Morris of Winston Ga dead and three others injured Grady Capps Frank Davenport and Robert Camp all of Whitesburg were taken to Tingo hospital Davenport and Camp were discharged later the day Capps remained hospitalized but expected to recover The four young men were en route to the Southeastern fair details of the collision are still under investigation

Fairburn College Park Fairburn Red Oak College Park Wyatt Morris Winston, Ga Grady Capps Winston Frank Davenport Robert Camp Whitesburg Tingo Hospital Cooper Street Atlanta Mortis Davenport Camp Capps

All Day Sacred Harp Singing at Emmaus Church

All lovers of music invited to Emmaus Primitive Baptist church for an all day Sacred Harp singing next Sunday the fifth Sunday in October. Attendees from Carrollton Roopville and nearby areas urged to come by nine o clock with dinner to share. Class member P. N. E. D. assists.

Emmaus Primitive Baptist Church Carrollton Longview Hay’s Mill Oak Grove Roopville N.E. D

Steed Cobb Engagement Announced in Carrollton

Mr and Mrs E T Steed announce the engagement of their daughter Louise to William Owen Cobb. The couple plans marriage in November. Misa Steed, elder daughter, is noted for charming manners. Cobb is the son of Mrs Sailis Cobb and grandson of Mr William Perry, a rising Carrollton businessman.

E. T. Steed Louise William Owen Cobb Misa Steed

Majestic Range promo offers free cooking utensils

Carrollton Hardware Co advertises a free complete set of cooking ware with any Majestic Range purchase during November 1 to 6. The ad notes white or blue enamel panels, easy cleaning, and exclusive features. An expert from the Majestic factory will demonstrate the range during the event.

Carrollton Hardware Co Majestic Great Majestic

Rov. Robert Stewart to Deliver Last Clem Appointment

Preaching notice states Rov. Robert Stewart will fill his last appointment at Clem next Sunday at 11 a.m. with plans for departure after the service.

Robert Stewart Clem

Painful Accident Injures Local Boy in Play Incident

Clifford Malcom, a young boy, was struck in the eye during a game with rubber flip toys and tit-foil missiles. He is receiving medical care and may need days of rest in a dark room to prevent serious damage. The piece calls for an ordinance against such dangerous playthings.

Clifford Malcom Cliff Conyers Timea

Five Georgia towns to become new counties after election

Five counties may form new entities after the November 2 election with centers in Barnesville Donaldsonville Milltown Ludowici and Hoboken Officials say new courts roads schools and churches will follow as tax values rise and public buildings improve Locals urged to carefully vote on each constitutional amendment to ensure counts are valid.

Atlanta Georgia Lamar County Barnesville Seminole County Donaldsonville Lanier County Milltown Long County Ludowici Brantley Hoboken

O P OSSUM SUPPER AT EAGLE CAFE HOSTED BY ASTIN

Mr Phil C Astin entertained several friends with an o possum supper last Friday night at the Eagle Cafe. Guests included Dr Jeff Brock M A Sandifer Bevo Wester and Stacy Smith.

Phil C. Astin Eagle Cafe Mr. Astin Jeff Brock M. A. Sandifer Bevo Wester Stacy Smith

Special Service At Hulett Methodist Church

A sermon and special service will be held at Hulett Methodist Church to organize a force against a grave sin affecting Carroll County. Robert Stewart pastor reports RB A Jones, recently ill, is improving overall.

Hulett Methodist Church Carroll County Robert Stewart P. C

Revival Services At Presbyterian Church Begin This Week

A series of evangelistic services led by the Rev Eliott D D will run Sunday through several Sundays with morning and evening gatherings. The famous evangelist, who has worked in New Zealand and Australia, will preach and lead the programs, inviting all to attend the events at the Presbyterian Church.

Eliott J. Wilbur Chapman D. D D Farvicon New Zealand

Sunday Socials Among Carrollton Families

Mr. and Mrs. Doce Hughs and daughter Doris visited Mrs. Hughs’ father Mr. Will Daniell and family. Otia Tammond and family visited Mr. R. B. Hughs. Miss Maud Bohannon stayed with Mini Era Gable. Mercleen Johnson, working in Atlanta, visited her parents. Several others spent Sunday with relatives including Twelee Daniels, Elizabeth and Myrtie Horton, Christean Hughes, Mollie Horton, Avie and Lola Daniels, and Cam Johnson’s candy pull. Marshall Hughs of Atlanta and B S Hughs visited locally.

Doce Hughs Doris Hughs Will Daniell Claud Hammock Otia Tammond Maud Bohannon Mini Era Gable Mercleen Johnson Atlanta Twelee Daniels Elizabeth Myrtie Horton Earl Hughes Little Christean Garland Danie Mollie Horton Avie Lola Daniels Cam Johnson T. ¥. Stephens John Stephens A. M. Horton Little Francis C. B. Harwell Jennie Hughs J. D. Bohannon Marshall Hughs Newnan

Bargain for Housewives Offers Majestic Range Gift

During Majestic Range Demonstration Week from November 1 to 6 at Carrollton Hardware Co. shoppers can choose a Majestic Range and receive a full set of fine cooking ware at no extra charge. Pick from various styles and sizes and claim the gift with purchase.

Carrollton Hardware Co

LocalSocial Notes highlight Sunday visits and progress

Wayside reports guests visiting from Sfu lett Douglas county and Dou glass county. Families share weekend gatherings with the H ackney Fountain and Webb households. S M Herrin recovers from a Wednesday burn while Mish Vela Stewart Mackney visits Tol Morrin. Boatright Morris and Latimer kinfolk enjoy Sunday calls.

Henry Duke and Mixa Tol Morrin Lola Toss Boatright Susie Morris Missey Madge Myrl Latimer M. G. Worrin Whooping Creek 8. M. Herrin Robert Morris Joel Sewell

Pleasant Hill Doll Party Highlights Local Fun

Pleasant Hill residents Miss Lena Gray and Mrs. Ona Gray hosted a doll party Saturday afternoon for many young friends. Edna Turner won the prize for best dressed doll. After games, cake and candy were served in the dining room. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. B. T. Cooper and Lexter, and the Longs visited Burks for services at Old Carrollton.

Lena Ona Gray Edna. Turner T. O. Gray

Fire Destroys Cotton Bale Stock in Andersonville Warehouse

A fire at the Kastertin Treathers warehouse in Andersonville, Georgia destroyed 450 bales of cotton early today. No warnings were reported and the cause remains under investigation.

Andersonville Amorous Kastertin Treathers Kia County

Union High School Fans Rally For Strong Season Still Unbeaten

Community notes describe social visits around Union High School, with many residents hosting and visiting kin. Local sports chatter corrects a published Whitesburg–Union rivalry report and defends Union as undefeated this season, inviting any challengers to come play legitimately.

Death of Mr W N Lovvorn Reported in Carrollton

The body of Mr W N Lovvorn was received as news of his death reached Carrollton this morning. He is survived by his son M W Lovvorn and other family members who are attending the funeral. The Lovvorns resided near Indian Brook in the county.

W. NX. Lovvorn Carrollton Lovevorn Fownstan M. W. Lovvorn Indian Brook

Roopville News Notes and Local Happenings

Roopville reports a pleasant Southeastern Fair in Atlanta trip and a visit by Miss Magely Frool at the local college. Miss Tin Curry visits Delta and Mr Mandy Gureg’s sister. Dr F M Brock adds a cedar shingle roof to his dwelling. The Roopville circuit held its quarterly conference with Rev W H Cooper presiding in King’s absence.

Cotto Magely Frool Ward Miss Tin Curry Delta Alm Mandy Gureg Hie Place Misa Curry Lnds Brock Haa J. R. King Rey W. H. Cooper Carrollton Roopvilly Wil- Hay Roopville King Cowper Vormon Bellows Rome W. H. Brock Preacher Oibwon Marxonic Grand Lodge Macon Giacas

Special Range Offer During Demonstration Week

During the week beginning Monday November the Carrollton Turdwara Co offers a free cooking ware with every Majantia Teanga range purchase. The price matches other times, and the free gift is valid only during Demonstration Week while the manufacturer’s demonstrator is present to explain features. Citizens are invited to buy a range this fall and take advantage of the special offer.

Carrollton Tturdwara Co

Tabernacle Church Services and Activities

Tabernacle Church will hold Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. led by The Reverend A. H. Cole of Madison. Sunday school at the usual hour. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. and choir practice at 7 p.m.

The Tabernacle Thev. A. H. Cole Madison Fila Vroyer

Also Mentioned on This Page

Steed-Cobb RB. A. Jones H. S Ball Park Presbyterian Church John D. Elliott D. v Wayside Pleasant Hill Ruth Jewell Braswell Burkaville Tom Jones Bremen W. O Jennings Union High School Mae Clackney Bookie Both Iwenry Driver Bertha Dayia Jonea Tandy Py M Harper Colbert Land Hoard County Wad Vinitinye Jowell Driver Wattle Harper Misa Thez Glassey Troy Burks Eva Long Buntay FM. Marper Retin Heathami Mes Mary Simpkins Menara Floyd Driver Dight Rimpking Whiserburg Thia Jim Treadwell Leonard Reeves Emmett Daugherty Qea Plattis Union Wurroi Tinlett Whitesturg Bell W. N. Lovvorn Hammond A. FE. Ponto Tabernacle Church First National Bank Carrollton, Ga
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