The Covington news. (Covington, Ga.) 1908-current, March 03, 1921, Image 1

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Newspaper Page TextPER cent of TH’. BUSINESS CONCERNS WHICH FAILED IN 1910 WERE NON-ADVERTISERS. VOLUME 13, NUMBER 14. CAPT. NATHAN CARR PASSES TO THE BEYOND The news was flashed over the wires Thursday, Feb. 24, that Captain Nath¬ an Carr had died at the home of his son, Mr. Jack Carr at Piedmont, Ala. His remains were brought to Coving ton, Friday, and interred by the side o~ his wife, who preceeded him a few years. She was a Miss McCalla. Ret. J. E. Ellis conducted the funeral. Capt. Carr was a member of the di; - tinguished Carr family, that has been identified with the history and fortune •, of Newton county for decades, a family, whose influence and donations assis¬ ted in the erection of the Covington Methodist church. He was a consistent member. it is said that Capt. Carr took hi-; first steps in the Dunlap home, North Covington over eighty years ago. He was a man of large landed inter¬ ests, and at one time owned vast tracts throughout the county. Several of Covington’s homes were owned and im¬ proved by Capt. Carr at different times. When the war between the states was declared, he went out a lieuten¬ ant ; returning a captain, noted for courage, bravery and devotion to duty. He was a type of Southern chivalry, and wore “without abuse, the grand HAVE YOUR GIN SAWS FILED AT YOUR GIN I will go to your gin and file your saws, and save'you the trouble of sending them away to be filed. Satisfactory work guaranteed. Mail or¬ ders receive prompt attention. CARTER TERRELL, MANSFIELD, — GEORGIA. ARM LOANS Quick Service SEASONABLE RATES GOOD TERMS References—3 Covington Banks or Col. C. C. King. Write or phone for further information. Expect to be in Covington Tuesday of each week, making my headquarters at the 3 banks and Col. King’s office. Harry A. Ray Phone 146-243, Office Walton Hotel Building MONROE. GA. A. **EC '■ 2 NEW * IMPORTANT FARM BUREAU MEETING TO BE Saturday afternoon, March 5th, at 2 o’clock a meeting will be held at the court house of all members of the Farm Burea and those interested in the move¬ ment, for the purpose of forming -a, program of work for the coming year. Steps will be taken to secure a mark et for, corn, sweet potatoes and hogs in car load lots. Co-operative marketing plans will bn put on foot. WANTED—Chickens, eggs and coun¬ try produce. Highest prices guaran¬ teed. Jeff Davis Ellington, Pace St. 14-15 Covington, Ga. old name of gentleman. Beloved by old and young, white and colored; to him nothing was so kingly as kind ness." Most of his life was, spent in Covington, ^though he resided at one time in California, then Atlanta and la¬ ter, adopted Alabama fof his home. He is survived by three sons, Ed¬ ward and George of Covington; Jack of Alabama; two grand daughters, Mes danies Rainy and Jenkins of Columbus. There are also other grand-children. Mrs. J. A. Wright is a niece. Mrs. Geo T. Carr is a sister-in-law. For Newton County and Her People. COVINGTON, GEORGIA, THURSDAY. MARCH 3, 1921. THE COUNTY FAIR There is nothing that develops a Sec¬ tion more than the County Fair. It is a factor in construe live ( work, inestimable in its far . rea ching influence. It is ’a 'marked impetus to the strength and prosperity of any community. ’ All will concede that the agricultur¬ al exhibits, annual husbandry displays, features of the woman’s department, with the prizes awarded, for superior skill and products, are encouaging and educative. Some one has said: “Georgia’s ad¬ vancement in diversified farming and in the raising of live stock could not have been so rapid and steady, nor th^ economic gains so substantial without the stimulating object lesson of the County Fair." This is the logical year for the County Fair. This is the year to demonstrate the various crops that can be grown. This is the year when a real farmer can illustrate how he “plays safe." This is the year for a real farmer to serve his fellow man by an example, help himself and by so doing help others. This is the year for Newton county to get busy, and pull all together for the County Fair. DEATH OF MISS CHLOE SORROUGH On Wednesday night, Feb. 23d., in the home of her mother Mrs. Annie Sorrough, the gentle soul of Miss Sorrough passed to fairer regions. had been ill four months. The death of Miss Sorrough was of the saddest ever witnessed. A ly disposition won for her many She was like unto a flower, so fair, pure, so holy. Only sixteen years age, but those brief years had been voted to the service of God in and Sunday school. “Is not even death a gain to Whose life to God was given Gladly to earth their eyes are To open again in heaven." During her enforced seclusion was content to perform the nearest. Realizing health was not her, she waited patiently for the vior’s call. She was conscious unto end. The funeral and interment took Friday. She sleeps beside her and sister. Miss Sorrough is ed by her widowed mother, two brothers, many relatives and a of sorrowing friends. ^ ’ J. P. F. NOTICE All parties interested in to rebuild bridge over Gum Creek, please meet me there, Tuesday, ing. March 8th at 10 o’clock. This applies to those parties already submitted bids, as well as to any other parties interested. 14-11 D. H. UPSHAW, Commissioner Dist. No. 3. FLINT HILL NEWS Miss Islah Guinn returned to Mon¬ roe last Monday after a very pleasant week-end with home folks. Rev. S. R. Penn filled his regular ap¬ pointment at Bowman last Sunday. Miss Jessie May Jones and Miss An¬ nie Lee spent Friday night with Miss Eva Boggus. The teachers and pubils of Flint Hill presented a program on the subject of “Washington” last- Friday afternoon. Several visitors were present and the program was interesting and instruc¬ tive. Mrs. P. W. Harris and son Edwin '’spent the afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Ellington and family last Tues¬ day afternoon. The all-day singing at Macedonia Sunday was well attended and highly enjoyed by all present. The Porterdale singing class was well represented and visitors were present from Covington. High Point, Gum Creek and Conyers, and Stewart. POTATO PLANTS I am having grown for me one million Porto Rico Potato Plants. The plants will be delivered at my store in any quantity desired, and at any time to suit purchaser. The quality and am¬ ount of these plants will be correct, and will be ready for delivery com¬ mencing April 1st, and some extra ear¬ ly plants in March unless interupted by unexpected adverse weather con¬ ditions. It is worth money to you to get good reliable plants and get them just when you want them, and that is what we propose to do for you the coming season. _ F. \V. SIMMONS SEED STORE 2nd Door From Post-Office. Covington, Georgia NEWTON PLANS FOR GREAT FAIR The time is ripe for a bigger, better Fair than ever before. The Fair As¬ sociation has enough money to guaran¬ tee the premiums in advance. Think of it! Three thousand dollars in the treasury begging Newton county people to put forth their best efforts and walk away with the prizes. The Fair grounds are commodious and accessible. Newton county has every requisite, undulating hills, fertile valleys, delightful climate and a pro¬ gressive citizenry. The year is full of promise; the signs point to richer yields and more varied crops ever known in the history of grand old Newton. Remember that Newton county is jn record among the leaders. Make her the leader in 1921. The fair manage¬ ment, the farm agent., home demonstra¬ tion agent and Covington News have pledged their heartiest co-operation. The date has not been fixed, however, it will be set tor a season suitable to the harvests and timely for the est financial interests. Newton county be a unit in the fair. LEGU1N NEWS Miss Lottie Crawford spent night with Miss Sallie Ruth Meador. We were all sorry to hear that tle Edward McCart, son of Mr. McCart died Thursday night after short illness with dvptheria. Miss Sallie Ruth Meador’s party which was given at her last Tuesday night was enjoyed by large crowd. Mrs. C. A. Lassiter and Neva motored to Covington afternoon to do some shopping. Miss Clara Meadors who has visiting Mrs. J. P. Clark in Atlanta turned home Saturday afternoon. A large crowd attended the given at Miss Belle Parnell’s last day night. Mrs. Felix Wright stayed a few last week with her mother, Mrs. Crawford. Mr. J. K. Luck will be at High school house next Friday night, 4th with his moving picture Everybody invited. Miss Lottie Crawford spent a while last Friday afternoon with Miss Saliie Ruth Meadors. Mrs. Sam Holcomb who has visiting her mother, returned Sunday afternoon. Miss Lila Hester Piper from ta is visiting her grandmother. Nancy Piper, who is very ill. The dance given at Mr. and Author Crawford’s last Thursday was enjoyed by the young people. We are sorry that Miss Mary shore, our primary teacher was Wednesday and was unable to teach. Love Joy Sunday school is a contest. The “Red” and “Blue” Let everybody come and take part. Miss Sallie Ruth Meadors spent Monday night with her sister, Mrs. B. Smith. Miss Ina Mae Jones spent the end with Miss Lizzie Meadors. Misses Irene Goins. Dimple Jones Minnie Lue Jones and Messrs. Meadors and Harvey Bohanan, went to the “Dam,” last Sunday ternoon. Misses Ila. Valley and Rufie Kitchens all from Jasper visited Clara and Lizzie Meadors Sunday ternoon. Mr. Clarence Meador from spent Sunday with home folks. Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Character Jackson spent Sunday with Mr. Mrs. I. W. Meadors. Don’t forget to come and hplp out our contest at Sunday school. EMORY BOY HURT IN FALL OFF Oxford, Ga., March 2.—Late afteriioon, Roy Sessions, a student Emory Academy, climbed upon roof of Haygood Dormitory to secure ball. Losing his balance he fell to ground. He suffered a broken arm several broken ribs. He was rushed an Atlanta hospital last night, panied by Dr. J. A. Sharp, president Emory Academy, and Dr. W. E. FIRE ALARM SOUNDED The home of Mr. and Mrs. W. K. Lunsford, near Academy Spring fire Sunday. It was discovered by Mrs. Crowley and alarm given. Prompt action of the fire and the aid of other citizens a conflagration. Slight damage done. Mr. and Mrs. Lunsford were at at the time. FARM BUREAU ACTIVITIES STRONG IN COMMUNITIES A meeting was held at Brick Store school house Friday night, Feb. 25, for the purpose of discussing the Farm Bu¬ reau and cotton situation. About 75 people were present and enjoyed interesting talks given by Prof. G. C. Adams, Mr. J. B. Reeves and Mr. Luck. The community was organized and the following officers elected, C. W. Adams, chairman,; Mrs. W. L. Gibson, vice-cnairman and Miss Louise Adams, secretary. A committee of three was appointed to urge the farmers of Brick Store dis¬ trict to join the Farm Bureau. These are Messrs. C. W. Adams, W. L. Gib¬ son and Alston. After the formal business was com¬ pleted, movies were shown of pig club work, horses and Delco light plant. Similar meetings have been held at Rocky Plains school house, Saturday, February 26; Livingston, Monday, Feb¬ ruary 28, and Flint Hill, Tuesday, March 1. The officers and committees in these districts are respectively: Rocky Plains, Chairman, Harry Stuart; Vice Chair¬ man, Miss Ruth Davis; Secretary, Boyce Davis. Committee: Boyce Davis, S. H. Avery, Walter Avery. Livingston: Chairman, G. Q. Liv¬ ingston; Vice Chairman, Mrs. Maude Hardeman; Secretary, C. C. King. Committee; Otis Hardeman, Virgil Veal, Weighman Hicks. Flint Hill; Chairman, W. H. Bog¬ gus; Vice Chairman, Miss Annie Lee; Secretary, Miss Christine George. Committee: R. E. Lee, J. B. George, Mr. Brooks. MEAT MAY BE CHEAP, BUT FURNITURE IS CHEAPER The Ramsey Furniture Company in their ad in this paper says “home com fort is made by having a house nished with up-to-date furniture,” and goes further and says, that “it takes some money to get that comfort but it is easy, due to- the fact it takes such a little amount of money to get the best furniture that is made. All they ask is for you to come and investigate what they have to almost “give away.” If you want furniture, —and that is something we cannot do without—he says he will make such an attractive offer to you that you cannot resist & glorious temptation, and will be glad. Look up his ad and make this firm a call. An investigation places you un¬ der no obligation to buy. IN THE CHURCHES. Rev. Homer McMillan, Synodical Secretary of Home Missions preached two highly edifying sermons at the Presbyterian church last Sabbath. His evening message was thrilled with the spirit of missions. The sound of the church gong bell was music, after a silence of some weeks. Rev. Walker B. Combs fairly radiated happiness in his exposition of “Happy at# thy men. happy are these thy ser¬ vants, which stand continually before thee and that hear thy wisdom.’’ “I was not disobedient to the heavenly vision,” was the text which Rev. J. E. Ellis handled with masterly skill Sun¬ day morning. Merlin’s plea to “Fol *lo\v the Gleam” was never more yearn¬ ingly tender or persuasively convinc¬ ing; THANKS FRIENDS FOR PUTTING OUT FIRE Through The columns of this paper I desire to return my warmest thanks to the citizens of this colnmunity for ihe prompt respond to the call for help when my residence was discovered to be on fire last Sunday afternoon. Such acts of kindness from neighbors are long to be remembered. W. K. Lunsford. FAMOUS SCREEN PLAYERS HAVE IMPORTANT PARTS IN NEWEST D. W. GRIFFITH FILM Nek- faces appear among the play¬ ers in D. W. Griffith's latest First j x a tional attraction, “The Idol Dancer” 1 appearing at the Lyric Theatre Friday' and Saturday, March 4th and 5th. Richard Barthelmess, the young man whom Griffith developed in a few months into one of the seren’s most effective players, appears as the Beach¬ comber, a role demanding dramatic re¬ sources of the distinctive nature Bar¬ thelmess’ pos^bsses. Handsome, defi¬ ant, determined to lead a life into which he has drifted, and then changed in great experience, the beachcom- ’ one j will ber is add another to the individual character. membbers Barthemess t on 04 PER CENT OF THE BUSINESS CONCERNS WHICH FAILED IN 1920 WERE NJN-ADVERTISERS. $2.00 Per Year in Advance. O. R. T. GUESTS WITHIN THE GATES Members .Will .Gather. COVINGTON, MARCH 6.— Important Meeting. Covington will have an opportunity extend hospitality next Sunday, Division No. 50 of the Order of R. R. Telegraphers meet in the local Ma¬ sonic hall. This division is composed of the agents and operators of the Georgia Railroad. All members of the Order employed by the Central of Georgia Railway are cordially invited to attend. The announcement“they are coming" is enough—Covington will do the rest. Every citizen who can arrange to give his car and time to their entertainment will be rewarded an hundred fold by their ^genial presence and widespread influence. These men are in touch with the world. The good word, the kind word and true, that they can speak for Cov¬ ington, wall mean much to her repu¬ tation abroad. The entertainment committee is as follows: K. H. Heard, W. G. feeckum S. D. Norton J. S. Fillyaw Join them in making their guests have the time of their lives and prove to them that Covington is thA beat town on the Georgia road. JACK KING’S COMEDIANS Here March 7. With the Jack King’s Comedians, who will begin their engagement here on Monday night, March 7, are some old time Covington favorites in Happy Jack Vinson, (Honest-it- is), basso-pro fundo and leading man with .the “Mell ville Comedians’’ and Irene DeArmond, also known here for her clever and ar¬ tistic ability with the same company, and Covington people will again have the opportunity of seeing them on the stage. Mr. King is bringing to you a dem pany of 25 clever people in a reper¬ toire of clean, high class plays, good, clean specialists, good singing, good dancing, a superb orchestra, giving an entertainment unsurpassed by any one. The opening play, a comedy dra¬ ma—the Country Boy featuring Jack King as “Freckles” and Happy Jack Vinson as Andy, the Country Boy— sparkling with good, clean comedy and interspersed with feature vaudeville, King’s News Boy Quartette, the synco¬ pated Coopers, (musical novelties), 7~~ Jazzy Jazzlanders—7, Dancing Sextette, King and King Dancers supreme, Crowley and Greye, Jack Vinson (Hon est-it-isfolks), Mack and King, fooling the Coopers; Ifene DeArmond, contral-. to; Dick King, nutty nonsense; and Jack King (Freckles) doing anything anyone else can do and a little more. Ladies accompanied by an adult paid admission, will be admitted free on Monday night. A show- for the whole family. Doors open at 7:30. Performance be¬ gins at 8:00 p. m.. Big tent theatre el¬ ectrically lighted and heated. Mr. King extends a cordial invitation for you' all to corjie and get acquainted, have a royal hand-shaking-honest- to goodness old time, pavtioulary any fish¬ erman who knows the familiar haunts of the finny tribe that can . be lured from their watery home with rod and line. Adv. HIGH POINT NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Alex Smith spent Fri¬ day afternoon with Mr. Tom Smith and Mother of Leguin. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Crawford spent a while Tuesday with Mr. and Mrs. Ed¬ gar Edwards. The singing services given by Mr. and Mrs. Sam Holcomb was enjoyed by all present. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Harris spent Sun¬ day with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Goins. Mrs. A. W. Crawford spent a while Saturday evening with Miss Annie Parker. Mr. and Mrs. R. v N. Darby of Coving¬ ton, and Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Parker of Leguin spent Sunday with their par¬ ents, Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Parker Mr. and Mrs. Felix Wright spent a part of last wek with Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Crawford and family. the screen. Clarine Seymour who has taken itn portant parts in several recent Griffith productions, plays the part of a half French, half Japanese beauty, slender, impulsive, tempestuous with tha vivid ness of the tropics. She drerses like natives but is not of them.