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Newspaper
Fayetteville News
Location
Fayetteville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
1
Advertisements from The Fayetteville News and Atlanta Georgian page promote newspaper subscriptions, photography services, and discounted cotton maps plus a sale on toilet sets. Mentions Robie Redwine visiting Atlanta, improvements by Mrs. Fannie Brown, and appointments of J. W. Wise in McDonough. Road Day at the State Fair noted.
Indebted parties are urged to call and settle their bills at once. The writer J A Lester asks customers to assist him as he has obligations to meet and hopes to see them before November 1. The letter emphasizes prompt help in times of need.
The Fayette and adjoining counties are thanked for patronage of the Pierce Portrait Co. of Atlanta, with two yearly deliveries promised in spring and fall. A. L. Barlar, agent, invites readers to enjoy pictures and directs attention to an advertisement elsewhere.
In Newnan Georgia the Southern School of Telegraphy reports a growing demand for telegraph operators. The institution, well reorganized, offers free descriptive literature for young men seeking a good profession and invites inquiries to learn about opportunities in the telegraph field.
In memory of Lucile Loyd who died Oct 2 at a young age. The message honors her as a bright, gentle child and recalls funeral services led by Rev I W Keithley at Ebenezer cemetery. The note expresses grief and faith, urging solace in religion and community improvement. The piece closes with an editorial pledge from The News to support Fay ette County growth and goodwill.
An agricultural column urges farmers to diversify crops as cotton prices lag below production costs. It argues for sowing oats and wheat, feeding hogs, and reducing reliance on cotton by allocating land to oats and feed, aiming to lower fall grocery bills and hold cotton for better profits.
A renowned millinery shop offers a vast stock of dress and street hats trimmed with the latest effects. Expert designers and trimmers are ready to create style to order if needed. Exceptional values are highlighted as seasonal bargains.
W W Walker offers sympathy to Ethel McEachern and family in their bereavement and hopes they seek comfort in faith. The letter mourns Buddie’s death, praises his neighborly kindness, and notes his religious devotion. Walker expresses belief Buddie is at rest with Jesus Christ.
Belton Moore warns all street tax defaulters to settle accounts by November 1 to avoid extra costs and penalties. The notice stresses prompt payment and cites potential collection actions for outstanding balances.
Mr. J. J. Bowers and family of Mt. Springs visited recently at the home of Mr. J. H. Brown, according to local society notes.
For sale a six room house with two acres on the south edge of town and option to buy ten fifteen or twenty five acres of land. Described as splendid farming land and priced to move. Apply to A. O. Blalock or J. H. Brown at once.
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