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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1910
Page
1
Valdosta resident and painter Charles Johnson died yesterday at noon at Mr J E Sharp’s home after a week long illness from malaria fever. He formerly lived in Carrollton and had property there. His brother transported his remains to Carrollton for burial.
The Philathea class of First Baptist Church entertained Miss Hawes last Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. A. K. Snead's home. Several contests entertained attendees and Miss Alva Lowery won a box of stationery in a guessing contest. Refreshments were served.
The marriage of Miss Maud E. Grant of Atlanta to Dr. Grover West of Dawsonville Ga occurred Monday at 9:80 p.m. at the home of Rev A C Ward who officiated. The bride is widely liked in the city and the groom is a promising young physician.
The Johnson family expresses gratitude through the paper for kindnesses shown during the death of their brother and uncle Mr. C H Johnson and for many expressions of sympathy. May God’s blessings rest upon you all. W J Johnson and family.
Commissioner of Agriculture Hudson reports a 33 percent shortfall in Georgia cotton yields after a statewide crop inspection. He notes South Georgia shows the most normal averages and attributes the overall drop to cooler fall conditions and the season’s earlier troubles.
The notice informs taxpayers in Carrollton Georgia for 1910 that city ad valorem school sinking fund and interest taxes are due November 1 1910 with a December 31 1910 deadline for payment. The city clerk office will collect taxes at the L C Mandeville building public square daily except Sundays from November 1 to December 31 1910. Emmett Smith city clerk ex officio tax collector signs the notice.
J R Holt Drug Co invites customers to discover good spices and explains why buying from them is beneficial. The offer emphasizes quality and value to persuade purchases.
The big contest is in an active stage with voting through December 24. Contestants are urged to maximize daily votes and outpace rivals in the coming days. Standings reported: Cecil W. Corley notes leaders with figures: Mrs Louis Sims 36000, E S Lyle 18000, Myrtie Fields 9000, Emma D North 2000, Lucile Davenport 2000, Florence Wilke 1000, Bessie Grice 1000, Ethel Nixon 1000, Mae Jones 1000.
Mr and Mrs E G Blalock express gratitude for sympathy and aid after their house was lost. They thank the Fire Company and helpers and wish God mercy for all in their desolation.
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