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St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1951-12-07
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The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Pitman Concrete Company, Greenwood, Features
Full Line OF Products Known Everywhere In This Area

Located on Barrentine and
well and fovorablY known wher-
ever construction is going on for
Ready Mixed Concrete. Call
Greenwood 1851.
Commendable publicity and
valuable advertising is given our
community by this progressive
firm. Their operations are of a
most extensive nature and add to
the commercial efficiency and at
tractiveness of the community.
The tendency to build better
homes and buildings than in the
olden days is very marked, as we
The beauty of concrete construc-
are now building for the future.
ton as well as the lasting quail
ties is constantly increasing the
! demand of Pittman and has pros
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Located at sl7 Henderson
specialize in built-in cobinets.
book cases. etc, and contract
millwork. Call SO for informa-
ton.
Horner's Cabinet Shop, Green
wood, is best considered this sec
TONS best equipped wood work
ing business and is able to an
swer your requirements for what
ever is needed in their lines in
short order.
More attention is paid to home
interiors now than in years gone
by and harmonious interiors is
the aim of most every one to the
store owner or banker.
They have designed and built
the interior equipment for some
of the most attractively furnished
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Annual Spring Flower
Show Held Wednesday

The annual spring flower show.
sponsored by the Tchula Garden
club, was held in the basement
OF the Methodist church Wednes.
day afternoon, April u at 2 o.
clock. Beautiful phlox, pansies
and many other flowers were
displayed in single, mixed group,
and miniature specimens.
One room contained many at
tractive entries by the members
of the Junior Garden club.
Mrs. Ned Parrish, chairman OF
the show, was assisted by Mrs.
r. K. Wilson, Mrs. B. B. Bran
non, Mrs. w. G. Gwin, Mrs. James
Peaster and Mrs. S. j. Foose, Jr.
Judges were Mrs. S. M. Hunt
and Mrs. Coaty of Greenwood.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Located at l0S-113 w. Market
features complete lines of Atlas
Paints. Builders Hardware. Fire
arms of oil Kinds. Winchester.
Remington. and Smith and 'Wes-
son. Distributors of Winchester
Ammunition. all kinds of House
hold Appliances. Farm Machin-
cry. and Implements and many
other lines of hardware.
This large institution renders a
valued and essential business to
retail houses throughout this sec
ton and have a stock to select
from that cannot be equalled any
where around, and then, too, the
assistance of authorities who are
familiar with all lines of hard
ware, paint and supplies.
The many departments of Hen
derson-B Baird, make it possible
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
by DOROTHY GENTRY
&c H Jul N { W )
B.W.c. and W.M.U.
Hold Joint Meeting

The 3. W. c. and ". M. U. met
in joint session last Monday night
to discuss plans for the youth
rally. Rev. ]. v. Welborn acted
as moderator. The first meeting
was held on Wednesday evening
at 7:30 at the Baptist church with
Mr.. Cecil Harper as director.
Plans are to have a speaker and
recreation activities at each meet
ing. Refreshments were served
by Mrs. Joe Thomas, Mrs. Lusk
and Mrs. Alfred Gordon. Sixty
were present.
1t has been decided to have the
meetings on Thursday evening
at 7.30 so as not to conflict with
Youth Fellowship at the Metho-
dist church.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Greenwood Grocery Company Supplies Retailers And Have
Isesfod And Pasture Scientific Program OF Much Value

wood Grocery Co. the very best
goods on the market; hence they
have a reputation far and wide
as business men of wide expert
ence and Straightforward me-
thods and it is not surprising that
the volume of the business is ever
increasing.
This is an essential business
that requires at its head, men OF
experience in the buying world
and executives who are familiar
with the details of adequate dis
tribution.
Greenwood Grocery Company
has stood the test of depressions,
prosperity, floods, wars and ever
changing business conditions. 1t
faces the next fifty years with
confidence in its ability to keep
pace with the competitive spirit
of business today.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Dealing directly with farmer:
m nzagh three livestock ana agri'
cszatarai consultants in Cleve.
Eaxan. H0zoo and Greenwood. ali
fnrlner assistant county agents.
sDi conservation leaders and
rzxxs&assetsa IN this Inc of work.
eS9hsely alliel with farmers of the
NEs3sA-
Mr.. Vernon Aiken, former as
sssstant county agent of Carroll
aDunty, MIR. Fred Sullivan, for
msevIv Bolivar county assistant
ssezzt, and Mr.. Milton Coalter,
former Leflore county assistant
enssnty agent for several years
wIn be glad to assist the farmeS
On helpjng them to show more d.
ssxzends through scientific pro-
gEssms. They know the farmers
nxeadsoand are busy throughout
Skss section working with the
Esrraners in livestock and pasture
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

ton of a progressive concern,
whose commercial activities are
confined to these interests. This
section is indeed fortunate to have
such a progressive firm to serve
us in the concrete line; it adds
in no little way to the progress
and prosperity of this section.
The managers of Pittman Con-
crete Company have had wide
experience in the concrete indus
try and have witnessed the adj
vances in this field. Through
their wide experience and COM
prehensive knowledge of every
branch of the business, they have
kept thoroughly abreast of the
times and turn out products with
a reputation for superior quality.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Horner' S Cabinet Shop, Greenwood, Features
Ultimate In All Type Cabinet Making And MilIwok

homes in this section. To have
the home or office attractive it
is not necessary to spend large
amounts of money. BY doing
business with a firm like this one
you get the lowest prices for
quality work because they design
and manufacture from the raw
materials.
They are among the leading
concerns in this section engaged
in this line. Their shop, being
located at GIT Henderson, is con-
venient for people of this locality.
They are equipped to submit
plans and estimates on short no
tice and no obligation is incurred
by request for this service.
To quite a few of their custom
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Sanitary Poultry Market, Greenwood, Furnishes
Hsuhest Cash Market For Your Poultry AT All Times

prices for his poultry, and we are
glad to say that Sanitary Poultry
Market is a credit to the com
munity. :
They buy from the farmers and
deliver to the eating public the
very freshest poultry. They have
merited a reputation by their es-
tablished policy in favoring the
producer with good prices at all
times. To be able to get the best
of poultry is a boon to any city
The management has been
closely allied with the large bust
ness interest of this section, has
been instrumental in the upbuild-
ing, and should receive the pat
ronage of the entire people.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
W,odMoior Company, Greenwood, Home Of Good Used Cars
In fnaiis And Adjoining Counties With Amazing Buys Daily

leading one, dealing in automo-
biles. They have many satisfied
customers in the surrounding
counties who have learned real
motor economy through their SER
vice. They are pleased to give you
any and all information about the
cars they offer and they are men
who know what they r talking
about and men upon whose word
you can depend.
If it's a car you need, drop by
Allen Wood Motor Co., 500 La
mar, Greenwood. Quick turn
overs make it possible for this
company to offer astounding val
ues at all times.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

with all makes of commercial re-
frigerators, and air conditioning
units and have put many of the
units of this section in fine work
ing condition at a surprisingly low
cost.
The rapidly increasing demand
for their products is being met
here because of their knowledge
of what the modern housewife
and business men prefer. Their
years of experience, coupled with
the practical knowledge OF ap-
planes and air conditioning
have won them the recognition
of this entire section. They know
this business and customers know
that when they quote a price, it
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Located in new home. corner
Main and Carrollton where they
can better serve their increasing
number of patrons. of outstanding
interest TO people generally
through their dealerships on Wor'
rem Controlled Commercial Re.
frigeration and York Air Condi.
tioning. with reliable repair ser.
vice. Also home room units fol
the home.
No matter what electrical trou-
BILE you may be experiencing with
your refrigeration units or air
conditioning, Louie Coward Com
pany will be able to repair it,
They are highly trained cleo
tricians who can fix the trouble
in short order and are familiar
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

scientific methods. These former
assistant county agents are fam
liar with seed, poison, fertilizer.
and insecticides and will be glad
to discuss with you, the need for
your particular land for pasture
and any problem which you may
have.
These services are offered
through the Greenwood Grocery
Company, a wholesale concern
founded in 1900, and an impor-
tant business in the commercial
and business life of this section.
The Greenwood Grocery Com
pany are also distributors of their
own brand coffee, Pure Gold,
which continues to grow in pop
ularity among the housewives
over a wide area.
The retailers have come to know
that they car get from Green
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Located on Highway 90 West.
5phaDe 800. this C is well
Awnsrsun my farmers throughout q
Sms<nA aEnde area.
Sx2ey have kept abreast OF the
SlpsEs HsY carrying in their store
a~Rsyzkest ia Ferguson tractors and
z~Sastnzg equipment. Here, they
a4ksespeaialize in the repairing of
dkacaurk farming machinery and
A~srGAnHmts of all kinds.
THE nfarne, Ferguson, has been
zznaGndte0 with all the greater de-
assignments in agriculture and Lee
Farmers Equipment Co. have
exxxy gnodern device which today
xzds IN rapid work and better pro-
Mhw9lon on the farm. These fam
Aus products lead not only in the
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Conveniently located at 500
Lamar. featuring buying. selling.
ssnd trading used ears and con-
-cssmstrrss an courteous. efficient
ssrrsace. Never too busy to talk.
Gal Greenwood 924s for informu-
1furz~
Allen Wood Motor Co. has a ca
no sssst the price of every purchas-
or azh willingly gives demonstra-
Ssrus. Also have attractive pur-
sh@sse plan through which it is
fssassnle t~opurchase a a and pay
sfbr 1t as you enjoy it. Truly 6
smessf desirable plan under the
asar rxusexnent of well known bust
tnesx people.
aEen Wood Motor Co., Green
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
leaore Farmers Equipment Company, Greenwood, Have Sales
Ind Service OF Ferguson tractors And Farm Equipment

service they render, but also in
low upkeep and maintenance.
The modern farmer of today has
found that dependable equipment
really pays dividends on the farm
and Leflore Farmers Equipment
Co. have products that are ideal
for every purpose because of the
economy of operation and repair
and speed.
This firm carries a stock of
genuine parts that is complete
at all times and their trained me-
chanics help to attract the farm
ing community to their place OF
business. Thus, this establish
ment is of advantage in more ways
than one. 1t helps to keep local
money in circulation.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Cub Scouts Visit
Lexinqton Pack

Cub Scouts, Den l, met with
the Lexington pack in a joint
meeting Wednesday night in the
basement of the Presbyterian
church.
Railroading is the theme for
April and Mr.. Walker of Mem
phis was guest speaker and gave
an interesting talk on the &c Cen
tennial. A twenty-five minute
movie on "Railroading" was en-
tertaining and instructive. The
boys were presented pencils.
Host Cubmaster was Harden
Erwin. Six Tchula Scouts were
| accompanied by several parents,
| Mr.. and Mrs. Hugh Nichols. DR.
and Mrs. David Minter. MI. and
Mrs. Richard Byrd, Mr. and Mrs
Charles Smith, Mrs. H. H. Sand
ers and Mrs. Nathan Jones.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Review Of Progressive Greenwood Firms
Henderson, Baird Wholesale Hardware, Greenwood,
House OF Many Departments, All Complete

and their familiarity with the
manufacturing, wholesale and e
tail conditions in the trade, has
placed them in a position to be
able to secure the highest quality
at reasonable prices.
The Brightness of their business
policy is proven by the rapidly
of growth and the establishment,
for only honest quality merchan-
disc is sold at the fairest prices.
Naturally many friends have been
consistent boosters for their pop
ular wholesale firm.
We are pleased in the indus
trial edition to point with pride
to the Henderson, Baird Hardware
Co., as constituting an important
factor in the development Of
Greenwood as a trading center.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

ers, it is a novel and interesting
sight to see the various items of
woodwork fashioned there in their
own shops and to watch the
various steps by which the rough
lumber becomes the finished pro-
duct. Different indeed to order
ing from a picture in a catalogue
or an almost meaningless blue
print.
They know the needs of the
people and every modern and
scientific improvement at the es-
Enlistment, efficient and cour-
teous service in their office and
thus, as all will admit, deserving
of the prominent position which
they hold in the commercial and
industrial life of the community.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
farmers supply Cooperative, Greenwood, Features Best
farm Supplies Petroleum Products, insecticides, Fertilizers

yield per acre of each farm.
The opportunity is not given
every business to work out its
own career and at the same time
be of incalculable service to the
people of its home and surround
ing counties, but such is the case
of Farmers Supply Cooperative.
This firm is serving the farm
ers by selling petroleum pro-
ducts, insecticides, fertilizers and
farmers hardware and supplies
and by fair and honest methods
have gained the confidence of the
people and find that their patron
age continues to increase. They
have always worked for the in
terest of the community and Sc
curing for themselves a reputa-
ton worthy of commentator.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Their stock is implements and
machinery is known throughout
the world and. their trademark
has stood for quality machinery
and Leflore Farmers Machinery
Co. are thoroughly posted of the
tractors various uses and T ne
yer too busy to demonstrate or ex-
plain in detail, any new piece of
machinery.
Through their long experience,
they are in a position to offer the
best of service and invite you at
any time. Every farmer knows
their line of implements and that
it represents the most dependable
and the greatest all-around eff
cheney.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

iKOEzted on Cotton. of valuable
lAs3n 10 the farmers in this Delta
AErz fDrtfheir Petroleum products.
3ssze<xiEidas. fertilizers and farm
ears hnrdware and supplies.
They have made a careful study
OF lsse insecticide, fertilizer and
.zEpsssy business and are in a
apsxSlIion to aavise you regarding
~ kand you should use. They
swuz Familiar with the different
<inGS and types of soils of this
area and it will be worth your
eYsyss TO consult them.
Farmers Supply Cooperative of
Graenwood is known throughout
ffms t1erritory and the name is
familiar with all farmers. The
ss5rne.rse volume of business. the
zrTssaendous prestige of their ex-
xsEraEnre of years as a prominent
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

for the retailer to find just what
he needs in any line of hardware.
So extensive and established has
become the trade of this hardware
company that the firm is well
known throughout this entire Sec
ton. Their business is exclusive
ly that of wholesaling hardware
and implements.
Through their wide experience
and comprehensive knowledge OF
their paints and builders supplies,
they have won for themselves a
reputation for superior furnish
ings.
Henderson-Bai have always
prided themselves on furnishing
the retailers of Greenwood and
the surrounding territory with
the very highest quality. Their
experience in the buying world
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

pered beyond expectations.
The advantage of building with
concrete is self evident as it re-
duces the cost of insurance, lasts
forever, and the first cost is the
last cost, and in time is the cheap
est.
1t may be well to add that Pitt
man is one of the best equipped
and one of our best conducted
concerns. Realizing the increas-
ing demand for better built homes
and public buildings, they have
equipped their plant with the
latest and best machinery for
the production of better grade
products which have always found
a large and ready sale.
1t is not every community that
has the advantages of the loca-
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

wood, is one of the liveliest auto
mobile firms in this section and is
prepared to take care of purchas-
ers with cars which prove the SUI
periority of the high grade used
car, over the ordinary second
hand automobile.
These cars are local trade-ins
and are clean and in excellent
motor condition. They will give
many thousands of miles of SER
vice, and are offered at astound-
ingly low prices, as compared with
some of the other used cars that
are now on the market.
Allen Wood Motor Co., Green
| wood, is known far and wide as g
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

would be secured by the people
if they had to ship elsewhere, for
it is a we'll known fact that this
house pays the top market at all
times.
One Of the recognized principles
of farming along scientific lines
today is the raising of poultry. 1t
is because of the excellent service
and the desirable market afforded
by such houses as r operated by
this well known company that this
feature is receiving more atten.
ton from the farmers today and
progress along this line is parti-
cularly noticeable in this COM
munity where the producer knows
that he will receive the highest
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Louie Coward Company, Greenwood, Features Warren
And York Commercial Refrigeration And Air Conditioning

denotes real and true value.
Louie Coward Company has
all the equipment necessary for
the complete repairs no matter
what make. They are glad to
give estimates upon all specia-
lized equipment of this nature.
We suggest to all readers of this
paper that whenever they need
air conditioning or refrigeration
service or installation, they pay
a visit to this store, for their SER
vice only ends with your satisfac-
ton.
Remember the address. Louie
Coward Company, Corner Main
and Carrollton in Greenwood.
Call 2841.
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dealer of these farmers needs and
the practical knowledge of the
brands of insecticides and ferti-
lizers they carry has won for
them the recognition of the coun-
try at large and the patronage
of SO many which adds to the
progress of Greenwood as a trade
center.
No matter what problem you
may have, you will find they can
solve it for you. They r cour-
teous and willing to give you all
information of the supplies they
carry.
There is 10 more public spirit
ed citizens than the management
of this well known firm and it
is quite appropriate that we COM
pliment them upon their increas-
ing patronage which increases the
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

after year, Dawes Monument Co.
can fill your desire.
When all the family is about
you - when emotions are still
and judgment calm - isn't that
the best time in the world to dis
cuss and choose a family monu-
ment? Many local families make
this important decision every day
= well in advance of need.
Many wise and thoughtful peo-
pie choose their family monu-
ment as well as their cemetery
plot - before the need arises.
You'll find the counsel you need
in choosing a monument from
Dawes Monument Co.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Dawes Monument Company. Makers Of Distinctive
Monuments, Memorials OF Every Description

Think of the pride your family
feels where the living and those
yet to live may stand inspired =
where those who have passed by
may rest in beauty and in peace
with a monument on a plot of
ground - forever theirs.
We wish to compliment the
management upon the position it
occupies in serving the people Of
this and adjoining counties in this
respect.
Remember, for Monuments of
Distinction, see Dawes Monument
Company, across from the ceme-
terry, 1853 Carrollton, in Green
wood.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Located at Gil carrollton Ave..
serves the public in double capa-
4rsxY. Wholesale and retuil. Fea-
fsazes Dressed FrYers and Hens
ssnd Eut2Up Chicken. Also live
Chickens and Ducks. Call Green
wcDd 32S3.
Being extensive buyers of poul-
sry. Sanitary Poultry Market is
~ an times able to furnish you
<ukdsn the best market for your
,s9sRflre amount of poultry.
Tney furnish the farmers with
aAsc most advantageous market for
prGlxy, and therefore, operate an
ffI~sritution that is of great COM
1sserr ial value to the public. Their
er1ares are far more favorable than
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03
Club Meets With
Mrs. Ralph Ray

The Thursday Bridge club was
entertained by Mrs. Ralph Ray
with two tables of guests. Substi-
tutes were Mrs. E. ]. Sheppard
and Mrs. c. T. Cobb. Mrs. Ellis
Harris won high score, Mrs. j. L.
Shields, low, and Mrs. Cobb, bin
go.
The hostess served a salad plate
and ice tea.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1951-05-03

Located at 1881 Carrollton Ave-.
makers of Monuments and Head
stones of Enduring Beauty and
Individual Design. Work Deliver
ed and Erected.
Your Loved Ones Monument,
in a lovely and appropriate set
ting, can have a depth of mean
ing that transcends all that you
can speak. And in choosing a
monument you want beauty and
dignity that will continue to ex-
press your devotion, not only
through the lifetime of your gen.
Grafton, but for many genera
tons to come.
And in selecting a monument
that will remain undimmed year