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Newspaper
Fayetteville News
Location
Fayetteville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1908
Page
5
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Heart Cure as a strengthening tonic for weak heart nerves. A testimonial from Mrs D B On of Covington Kentucky claims relief after using three bottles, with a note about refunds if not beneficial.
From Our Correspondents the annual singing was held Sunday and described as the best in some time. A good congregation attended and conduct of attendees was praised. Visitors included W. W. Harper and wife from Buford GA and Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Jones of Woolsey. Miss Annie Mitcham and Miss Byrd Mitcham hosted friends Tuesday. The fourth Sunday in the month will mark the annual singing. Illness touched Misses Addie Haynes and Eawpie Arnall with fever. Many residents plan to attend Superior Court in Fayetteville next week.
An advertisement states one preparation, Kodol, digest all foods thoroughly and provides relief from stomach disorders. It recommends taking Kodolay for a short period and notes it is sold by Fayetteville Drug Co.
Sunday school improved last Sunday and hopes for continued progress. Mrs. Tex Davis ill this week. The infant of Mr and Mrs Tom Campbell very sick at this writing. Miss Ruth White of Stop visits sister Mrs L Dorsett this week. W W and C D Redwine passed through last Monday en route to Tyrone. B W Adams made a business trip.
Local editor laments dog attacks and urges a dog tax and mandatory collars. He notes J C Adars improving health and recalls dogs killed by residents, arguing human life outweighs canine. A creek incident ends with a child swept away but rescued by Geo Pinny and Lum Greer.
Rev B J Short of Fairburn preached two sermons here over the weekend and visitors from The Rock attended services. Griffins W A Johnson and wife share the week with relatives. Mrs J L Graves and Lizzie with Mr James Ellington family. Various locals and visitors are listed as spending Sunday or the week with nearby families and farms across Sandy Creek.
Hands scarred by husk exposure find relief as Pinesalve Carbolized acts as poultice drawing out inflammation. Sold by Fayville Drug Co. at 25 cents.
A local crowd attended singing at Bethany Sunday with Sunday school and evening services noted. Visitors included Miss Willie Wright Cook, Miss Mittie Milam, Miss Marie Jones, Mrs. Mary Dorman, Mrs. Lizzie Jenkins, and Mr. Bart Brooks of Fairburn visiting relations and spending time in town.
Relatives in Coweta host and visit relatives with several local residents sharing weekends and dinners. Ethel and Kate Long visit with Donnie and Ollie Lee Jones while W T Stephens family enjoy a few days with H H Jones near Hapeville. Eula Matthews of College Park visits Myrtice Stephens. Ward sisters entertain Saturday night. Helena Sewell and Nora Sewell of Coweta return from an extended visit. E V Jones joins Blalock McCollor and Roberts Co. cook of Alabama returns home after time with local relatives.
An advertisement features N H Brown of Rittsfield VI endorsing Dr King's New Life Pills claiming relief for stomach liver and bowels. The Fayetteville Drug Co offers the product at 21c with a guarantee of satisfaction.
Rev Ganes filled his regular appointment with sermons on Saturday and Sunday. The singing was strong Sunday afternoon and led by various leaders. Local families and stores were mentioned including Dock Edmundson and Walter Coleman opening a new store at Fife. Several residents visiting relatives and attending events were noted, along with beans sales and school attendance in Fairburn. Bees Laxative Cough Syrup advertised as a trusted remedy sold by Fayetteville Drug Co.
Ad claims ManZan Pile Remedy comes ready to use with nozzle attached. It heals reduces itching and inflammation and may avoid surgery. Price is 50 cents with money back if not satisfied. Sold by Fayetteville Drug Co. and Fayetteville Drug.
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