Chipley Community Notes Highlight Local Talks and Births
Local items celebrate Rev S B Rogers service, Florida Chautauqua lecture, and a 12 pound boy born to Mr and Mrs S A Alford. Community urges cooperation for Washington county fair, banking news, and merchant advertising impact on failures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.B. Rogers
Dan Buie
Chipley
DeFuniak
Sam P. Jones
Florida
S.A. Alford
Pring
Sons of Toil
Mary
Ann
J. J. Williams
Bruddahs
Parson Sparks
Athens
Local residents and visitors flock to Chipley and Vernon
A collection of brief notes lists numerous visitors and locals in Chipley and Vernon including J. Kea of Macon and H. Brown of Chicago, with others from Atlanta Lake Parker Fort White and Reynolds. The items mention business visits, home stays, campaign figures like C. G. Allen for Sheriff, a move by F F Pelt to Chipley, and social visits across surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Kea
Macon
E. Brown
Chicago
A. M. Robinson
Atlanta
F C. Wilson
E. W. Brown
Lake Parker
Ripley
Judge Hathaway
Westville
Eldred van Horne
E. J., Cowan
A. B. Adams
Bonifay
Monay
D. E. Whetstone
Fort White
William Forman
Fairgreen
Ill
W. P. Richardson
Sam Davis
Cypress
C.G Allen
Chipley
Vernon
F. F. Pelt
Jacksonville
Tex
Chas. Human
Sullivan
P. Richardson
Wausau
Gol
D. H. Horne
Orange Hill
W.T. Horne
W. Be. Walker
Enterprise
Ala
W. L. Sessoms
Bombay
J. K. Peters
Reynolds
Peters
Ah Pelt
Ay Creek
Als
Watts Wa
Vernon Last
Bata
J. Wark
J. Alley
Contractor Milier to Begin Birmingham Columbus Rail Project
Samuel B. Miller of Milner and pane otra will start work on the Birmingham Columbus and St Andrew’s Bay Railroad, with a projected month and a half until completion. The line runs from a point near the waterworks to St Andrew’s Bay and extends toward Columbus, Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham, Columbus and
St. Andrew’s Bay Boathead
Columbus
Samuel B. Milier
Pane Otra
Birmingham, Columbus
St. Kalieete Bay
Iple
Wes Hee
St. Ann's
Golden Wedding Offer Hints at Union of Families
Fragmentary OCR notes report a celebration tied to a marriage and relatives attending. It references L. P. Rich oak and Bs. Audrows in a card-like notice about a golden wedding or similar family event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Richaréeee
L. P. Riehote
Social gathering honors Emma McManes and friends in Georgia
A large group including Rev. C Wilaga, B Rogers, Dr. Rogers, and several named families attended a cheerful event in which many presents were exchanged. The home featured bamboo vines, evergreens, butter cups, jonquils, and Japanese lanterns creating festive decor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma McManes Ane
Mii
Meena
C.wilaga
and le
Wm. Farrior
A A. G. ‘Chandlee
Josie Daniel
BE. Collier
Local notes and visitors populate Bonifay scene
Politics warm up with a large excursion crowd. Rev Gavin preached at M E church. State Supt Sheats and Dr Henry of DeFuniak visited. Sam Jones day at Chau tauqua planned. Citizens traveled to Westville for business. RK Hudson, Nashville violinist, in town. J K Peters and family visiting. A J Tucker enjoyed vacation. M M Meald and wife arrived from the Hill. A Sessoms purchased farm near Bonifay. Anderson family preparing to move north.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Excuraf
Gavin
M. E Church
Sheats
Henry
DeFuniak
Sam Jones
Chautauqua
Steadyi
Gover
Westville
RK. P. Hudson
Nashville
Tenn
J K. Peters
A J. Tucker
Hlon
8. C
Prats
M. Meald
A. Sessoms
M. Anderson
Mr. Anderson
Local Notes Report Quiet Community Activity
Community updates show a wedding between A D Varnum and a Chi native, relatives visiting from Edwards and Parish, a bride and Dr Coleman passing through to Andrews, ongoing farm preparations, illness of Henderson Varnum, J B Farndee operating a saw mill, and Mrs J B Varnum visiting daughters near Wausan and Martha Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.D. Varnum
Johnson
Stil Dykes
Sits
A D. Varnum
Messrs
Edwards
Parish
Coleman
Bride
Andrews
Henderson Varnum
J. B. Farndee
Varnum
Laura Ow
Wausan
Martha Miller
Sexton
Horror banner reveals grim public notice on cemetery neglect
Fragmentary letter portrays concern over Chippy cemetery conditions and public decay. Writer urges action to curb unkept graves and livestock intrusion, describing a sense of shame and the need to inform the outside world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agorn
Segard
Community plea for improving homes and honoring loved ones
A letter to the editor urges readers to raise funds for home beautification and memorials. The writer notes many causes gain support while efforts to clean and improve neighborhoods are neglected and asks for a local organizer to lead such efforts.
Local merchants tout goods and bargains in city ad
An assortment of old time shop notices highlights Wells Bros. selling dress goods and apparel, Farrior Bros. advertising drugs and shoes, and Kentucky Fruit Farm listing produce. The fragment mentions wholesale grocers Bd & Dabney in Atlanta with sales pitches and price hints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells la
Abea
Evo Bros
A. G. Chandlee
Wells Bros
Wells Ros
Farrior Bros
Farrior Brod
Kentucky Fruit Farm
Dabney
S. Broad St
Atlanta, Ga
Wilcox's Market Ad Veers Into Odd Offer
A quirky ad promises delivery of beef at 1244 cents per pound with a playful rhyme about a beefattenk trotting to any town location after a phone ring. The fragmentary copy presents a local groceries promotion in a humorous tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilcox’s
Land for sale near Chipley Florida by A E Nowlin
For sale sixty acres in Chipley town plus eighty acres in Section and twenty in Section six. All properties are desirably located and will be sold cheap for cash. For particulars contact A E Nowlin at the bicycle shop Chipley Fla.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chipley
A. E. Nowlin
Chipley, Fla
Dr Beldings Skin Remedy Ad With Guarantee
An old style ad promises a universal cure for salt rheum with a printed money back guarantee on every bottle. It claims the remedy is pleasant, endorsed by doctors, and supported by Everitt & Horne in Chipley, Florida.
Chester couple cited in abridged court notice
A court summons names John A. Chester and Laura G. Chester in a bill filed, requiring appearance and action on the case. The document orders weekly service and directs attendance at the specified date and place.
Unclear decree to settle case in Ton County court
A garbled passage indicates a decree issued by a circuit court and a Special Master in Chancery named R. Warss. It references a payment obligation and a procedural process tied to a court in Washington territory, with several unreadable names and numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Ton County
Weahington
R. Warss
1904 notice from Blountstown Florida community records
A fragmented 1904 notice from Blountstown Florida mentions dates and parties with references to demonstrations and support. The legible portion shows a January 27 date and names W. Chann and other local figures, suggesting a civic notice or community request.
Candidate Announcement for Washington County Representative
The message proclaims W. A. Bran as a Democratic candidate for Representative of Washington County in the May primary. It appeals to Democratic voters to support his efforts and pledges to work for the county’s interests if elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Sherif
Tam
Homma
W. L Stra
Speech by T Anderson on 19th century reform aims
A fragmented message from T Anderson outlines his plan to reform government by removing officials, equalizing social footing, and supporting public schooling. He asks voters to consider his candidacy fairly before pledging support and pledges loyalty to his party.
Local Washington County Sheriff Candidates Declare Affiliation
Multiple residents announce candidacies for Washington County Sheriff and other local offices. They pledge to seek the Democratic primary set for May 10 and express intent to serve the county without factional bias if nominated and elected.
Fer County Treasurer Seeks Re election
A Fer County treasurer announces intention to run again, seeking the support of Democratic voters. He urges faithful backing from the community and asks for votes in the upcoming election.
Ver Supt PubMe instruction brief notice
Fragmentary item notes a superintendent of public instruction and a county public commissioner involved in a district matter. The readable portion references informing the people and certification or qualification for a role or appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flor
Alice
Public County
Aaa
Notice of Property Auction and Court Proceedings
Public notice lists multiple religious meeting times and locations, followed by a sale notice in Vernon County Florida. The document orders show cause before the court on March 3, 1904, why the sale should not be confirmed. It references parcels in sections and townships and names officials and witnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conner
Juage'e
Coort
Jenks
Igor Hed
Witnoes
Special Tax District Election Notice
Notice of special tax district election to elect three trustees for District No. 2 and other districts. Supervisors and inspectors listed. date set for February in Sabine County Washington coast area. officials include A H Brake John Seurredt M and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marche
Notice Filed For Land Sale By Settler
A final pretrial notice concerns a land dispute filed by a settler. Court dates and involved parties include Abe Dillard and others, with fees paid and contingencies noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Notin Sabatines
Ers Gainér
Abe
Dillard
Notice for Public Land Claim Final Proof Required
Notice for publication announces final proof in support of a land claim to be made before Clark Kineah in Via on March 3. Names listed include Henry H, Secune Chastes, B. Waller, Sah W. Weeibhaen, and others proving continuous residence and cultivation on the described tract in section 3N, R 14W. Fee paid. EA, Department of the Te Aoe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Te Aoe
Coleeeee Taioe
Clark Kineah
Ane
Witaeense
Henry H
Secune Chastes
B. Waller
Sah W. Weeibhaen A
Fee Vaid
Public Land Notice From Gainesville 1904
The Department of Land at Gainesville Florida issues notices of public publication and settlement actions. Names Mohan RB Martin Charles B D N McDonald Joseph W Martin of Florida appear in witnesses lists for claimants related to commutation proofs and final filings. fees noted as paid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Land Office
Gainesville
Fla
Mohan RB
Martin
Charles B. D. N. McDonald
Joseph W Martin
Fila
Gainesvide
Pia
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A. D. Carmichael
A. D. Carmichael & Son
Naomi Enoch
Democratic Executive Committee
Frank Allen Peak
Jackson County
Wohipley
Agnes
J. Elle
Alonies
Prema
R. Thompson
J. W. Williams
Duncan
First Judicial Circuit of
Fiorida
gCircuit Court of Washington
John A. Chester
Laura G. Chester
Bsie
Laura G. Ie
Ana
W. Eens
W. Chann
Ery Blountstown
Fia
W. A. Bran
T. Anderson
Sol
Lam
Tow J. Watts
Por
A. Bannon
Cc. G. Allen
Aes
Orem
Washington Cole
E. McMiluas
Eleatad
W. B. Garner
Steck
Washinston
Washington
Jons
WituraMs
R. Fuowreom
Fer
Treaes
Mows Hill
Miller's Ferry
Peasant Grove
W. A. Pager
Warson
Warsor
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