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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1908
Page
1
John Kilgore of Gainesboro Telephone Co now in Cedartown married Miss Eva Thomason at the telephone building. Ceremony by Squire J J Norman in solemn impressive manner. The couple left by S 20 train for Cedartown to board with Mr and Mrs F A Witt.
The Mandeville Cotton Co. hosted a Monday barbecue with cotton buyers, customers, and out of town guests including G. B. Malone, Al Upshaw of Villa Rica, C. A. Upshaw of Bremen, Cantrell and Tuggle of Tallapoora, and Styles and Smith of Hopewell Ala. John Pitts oversaw cooking and served meats Brunswick stew and cider. Speeches followed by Cantrall Upshaw Malone Styles, Carrolltonians speakers, and toast-master L. C. Mandeville.
The following pensioners are asked to call for third quarterly payment before October 1. A E Jones, Mary Parrish, M L Boyd, S A Wallis, W Il Lowery, E M Wilson and E L Bryant. Respectfully, J H Barron Ordinary.
Notice invites Sacred Harp singers to Indian Creek on the fourth Sunday and preceding Saturday in September 1908. Col. J. S. Jones of Douglasville, Ga is to attend, with J. E. Eason noted in the notice.
Local advisor R. D. Jackson urges residents to arrange finances now for the upcoming season. He touts favorable terms and warns against delaying to avoid rush and higher costs.
A midweek dominoes gathering hosted by Mrs. L. P. Mandeville featured nine tables in her decorated parlor and dining room. Guests wore light dresses amid autumn weather outside while enjoying enthusiastic play and a luncheon of chicken salad Swedish timbales pepper and tomato sandwiches brain croquettes figs relishes and iced tea.
Mrs J Y Blalock entertained Tuesday in honor of her niece Miss Myrtle Camp of Houston Texas. Guests enjoyed punch in the hall current during a poetry guessing contest with Miss Carrie Shank winning a prize a picture of a golf girl. A frozen course was served before departure.
United Confederate Veterans reunion dates scheduled for October 7 and 8 have been moved to October 22 and 23 in Atlanta. Delegates and others planning to attend should note the new schedule. Adjutant W. O. Perry announces the change.
Unpaid subscriptions to the A and M School are turned over for immediate settlement. If cash is not possible, offer a note due November 15 1908. Leon Hoop attorney at law Carrollton Georgia. The Carrollton Hardware sells the Old Apple Tree Swing lasting a lifetime for 2.50 tested to 1500 pounds, on display in front of the store.
A local letter defends the Carrollton Fire Department against a newspaper article labeled an outrage. It claims the paper overreached, calls for more accurate reporting, and notes horses were walked for exercise rather than run in a dangerous, breakneck pace. A Witness.
One mile south of Lowell the 67 12 acre farm is in fine cultivation with two houses. Convenient to school and churches. Known as the old Harp place. Apply to L A Harp Clem Ga Route 1.
A man discovered a five dollar bill stuck in his shoe after buying shoes from Merrell Bros. The incident underscores the idea that prudent trades with Merrell Bros can help preserve wealth.
J H Jones of Clem Georgia announces a switch to a case system after October 1. He states he is an agent for leading magazines and will take subscriptions and renewals for Carrollton residents, including Mrs Beall.
A brief ad promotes Cascasweet as a safe non narcotic remedy for a fussy infant. It claims no opiates or harmful drugs and that it conforms to the National Pure Food and Drug Law. Sold by all druggists.
The Georgia division has 2 500 local unions and about 100 000 members while the National Union totals 2 500 000 members in about 26 branches. Its motto is Education and Co operation and it promotes farmers interests as a non political body.
Mrs. L. J. Brock entertained friends Tuesday afternoon at her mother’s Long View Street home with progressive dominoes and other games. Assisted by Mrs. Paul Jack, she served Waldorf salad relishes and iced tea after. Guests included Misses Mary Camp Helen West Eugenia Mandeville Marion West Camilla Mandeville and Mesdames Harry Burns C. E. Roop Geo. Flead Paul Jack and J. G. Cheney.
If kidney problems are suspected take Foley's Kidney remedy at once to avoid Bright's disease or diabetes. Delays can let the illness progress. Sold by Hamrick's Pharmacy.
All persons are warned against trespassing on the Oak Lawn farm ground. No ball playing hunting or fishing will be allowed after Sept. 15. Lee J. Williams.
Foley's Honey and Tar offers immediate relief to asthma sufferers in severe stages and claims a potential cure when used promptly. Sold by Hamrick's Pharmacy.
Sunday after noon a firehouse training turned chaotic when Mr. Dunbar and a Cedartown fireman attempted to mount the wagon. The team bolted tearing a chain, injuring Dunbar as he barely avoided the wagon wheels. The horses calmed after returning to the station.
Mr and Mrs A R Hendon return from Pell City. A mule loss and a cart accident injure Alonzo Dyer. third mishap in same area. Aunt Mary Dyer sprains arm. A E Jordan ill after Alabama trip. Ace Willingham visits ill sister Cook at Center Point. Mrs John Long improving. Mrs Boatright visits daughter Hester Lee near Sand Hill. Cleve Hyde runs a lumber and ginning business. Felix Ethel Ruth Jordan eyesore. improving.
Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin markets Health Coffee a clever coffee substitute made from toasted grains and malt with nuts. It claims to taste like real coffee without long boiling and can be prepared in a minute. Burnett and Merrell sell the product.
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