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Newspaper
Sandersville Herald
Location
Sandersville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1908
Page
1
Citizens are urged to donate small amounts to spread happiness this Christmas. The donation drive promises a $1.00 jewelry prize to Mrs. T. B. Starnes of Sandersville, Georgia if she presents this paper at the store within one week, with early buyers securing first choices.
The Herald Publishing Company has taken charge of The Herald after A J Danham gave up his lease following a November fire. The paper moved to the Pringle Building where staff install new machinery. J R Alford now leads business, bringing wide printing experience.
The Sandersville Lyceum Association announces six planned attractions for the season. The Boston Ladies Quartette appears Tuesday night December 8 following The Weeks Company on October 21. An emphasis is placed on quality entertainment and affordable ticket sales to fund notable acts.
The jury panel for the special term of Washington Superior Court convening on the second Monday in December includes R. L Edwards R. L Lockhart Mark Newman W J Joiner Jr H B Smith J T Burgamy A L Spicer R A Lowell Archie Wommack E L Sheppard J W Smith R S Wiggins J W Newman L G Shurling N S Josey T T Hattaway Francis M Jackson John A Kelly O P Stephens W H Franks Thos R Brooks Andrew 8 Mathis 8 H Hollis J R Hitt Walter Stephens 0 T Gibbs Joseph M Jackson R F Wood CO M Duggan Gee Gilmore John H Taylor E H Veal Ben F Chambers E L New J C Brown Lonnie L Garner
House and lot offered for sale or rent by L L Mathie. Details not provided in the fragment.
A WW T U Mother cites Atlanta real estate gains under prohibition to counter fears of economic ruin. Prominent dealers Ansley and Adair note 200 families moved away yet sales and prices surged, with the $16.12 million in 20 sales and a commercial lot sale at $85,000. The argument calls for moral action to remove whiskey from homes.
Bible School is held every Sunday at 9 45 am. Rev L M Omer will preach next Sunday morning. The Womans Missionary Society observes C W E M day with a program. The May meeting is at 3 pm in the parlor to avoid conflicting with the bazaar on the 9th. Mid week service is at 7 pm. Miss Mabel Langford of Watkinsville Ga will address the church Thursday evening the 10th on Georgia Missions and will visit other Central District churches.
The Ladies Aid Society of Grace church will hold a one day sale at Mrs. W. P. Lovett's residence on Friday December 4. The event features dainty hand made articles aprons neckwear and dolls for Christmas shoppers.
In North Sandersville last Saturday George Holland was shot twice and killed at the home of Sarah Mathis by Chance Robson during a dispute over a lodge. Robson surrendered to Sheriff Moye and was jailed. Coroner Ainaworth ruled Holland's death a murder, though Robson was later acquitted for lack of testimony at the preliminary hearing.
Robert F. Maddox defeated Jas. G. Woodward for mayor in Atlanta on Wednesday by a reported majority of three thousand. The contest drew substantial interest across the state.
The Herald prepares a redesigned issue with new equipment and features. The staff has spent the week reorganizing their new office, causing the current paper to be neglected while changes are implemented.
By order of J. L. Lee State President all union members in good standing are asked to meet at the Court House in Sandersville on Monday December 14 at 10 a.m. to transact business of importance. M. G. Smith County President.
Local union members are urged to attend the December fourth gathering. The meeting will cover important business. Lewis Webster and J. W. Slade serve as President and Secretary respectively.
For Rent. The Herringdine residence on North Harris street by Sandersville Investment Co. G. H. Howard manager Holt Building. Elegant home with all coveniences. Possession immediately.
An oyster supper is planned at Bethany in the southern part of the county on the evening of the eleventh inst. The public is invited. Progress and Tribune copy.
President A P Andrews of the Augusta Southern visited the city yesterday and spoke of its growth and importance. He praised local improvements on the road and noted the friendly interest of the people in the region. A large crowd welcomed the special train and greeted him warmly.
Alex Sanford and Maxie Brown quarreled over a bottle of whiskey Sunday on Tucker place. Brown shot Sanford under the ribs, Sanford says Brown fired after catching his eye. Sanford held a 44 pistol during the incident, claiming Brown used an 82 left hand jumper. Sheriff Moye investigated, killer uncaught.
The Sunday school led by Superintendent B J Tarbur ton reviewed reports on enrollment and promotions across Cradle Roll Primary and Upper Fold along with home department activity. Librarian G W Oakes and assistant Mary Tarburton reported 487 volumes in good condition and 500 in circulation with 32 dollars spent on new books. A resolution praised Prof John Gibson for his Bible teaching and Christian character as he moves to a new home in a sister state.
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