F T14T14 u TaIlapoo5a9 Georgia 4 ■ -TAST ^ PRESENT^ FUTURE A BOOK 0/ VI£\(rs from R.KCENT PHOTOGRAPHS :«S«S%S3!£:i^ 1^ V5FC?>- 1 9 O 8 i -H*«>~HI« "*»♦— ^*M-^— »M- -• H ^-» H I <—^ I n •^i»t H « TALLAPOOSA GEORGIA Its Past, Present and Future A Book of Vitiosfrom Recent Photoyraplis 1908 I Tllfs EOf>Rt,ET iiKstftNEf) Asn pSis'TEh RY TALt.Al^ciiis i .trii RNAi i.Mi i.Kr \ k iMRS'T 3 LIBKAKY 01 CONiiHESS IwuCvDlu Heca.M AUG ;fo, )»08 Copyriehted By L. Burd. Pvatjlisher 15)08 \ Introduction... .^ ^^ It affords the Journal pleasure in presenting this booklet of the Past, Present and ~i Initure of Tallapoosa. In preparing this booklet it has been our utmost endeavor to keeji within the pale of fairness and facts and we can gi\-e assurance that reliance ma\' be placed on the information therein contained. Our forecast of the future is within the limitations of reason. It is not issued in the interest of any person, but simply to promote the interests of Tallapoosa and to effect a greater progression. We realized the necessity and recognized the demand for a book of this character, which we are enabled to send fortli after a great volume of labor and expense. We trust that liecause of its fairness, accurac>- and freedom from ad\-ertisements, that it may prove of infinite value to our city and exert an influence to attract capital and people hither. If it should be productive of such results, then we will be amply repaid for our effort. To those who have sympathized with our effort and made it possible for us to produce this work of necessity and art, we wish to express our gratefulness and l)elieve that we all will be amply rewarded. \'er\' truly \-ours, L. Hl'RD, PrBi.isuKR. :»« X ^^r' ■ — — , . .--*?«, i '1 II 1 ji^ 'Ihu Hoiel J,iilii;t Tallapoosa, Georgia mmmmm mmjmm mmmmm mmmmm N colonial days, where now stands the progressive little city of Tallapoosa, Georgia, the territory was studded with the stately pine and the massive oak, while the habitation was that of the Indian whose tepee occupied the forests fastness and who were masters of all they surveyed. Later on the red man of the forest seriously felt the encroachment of the pale face and resistance seemed their only recourse. At this important era a good omen appeared in the form of Governor Oglethorpe, who with the chiefs of the Cherokees smoked the pipe of peace beneath the spreading branches of the mighty oak of the forest, and a compact of peace was formed which obviated carnage and united these opposing elements in a treaty that e:idure:l the effaeement of time. Upon this hi.storic spot beautiful Tallapoosa is located, being sixty-three miles west of Atlanta, on the we.stern division of the great Southern Railway system and one hundred and three miles east of Birmingnar.i. LOCATION AND CI^IMATH Tallapoosa has an ideal location, being situated upon a table land 1300 feet above the sea level, making it absolutely free from the taint of malaria and kindred conditions, with a natural drainage that frees it from impurities. The air s absolutely pure, infused with the aroma and healing balm of the long leaf yellow pine that brings back the ruddy glow of health to the pallid cheek, and lengthens out the span of life with years of joy and plenty. The climate is mild both Summer and Winter, being free from ill and uncomfortable extremes that make life cheerless. Excessiveness is not a prevailing quantity of climate at any season of the year ; for the Winters, because of the city's peculiar location, is shorn of severity and possesses no humid conditions. The air, not only being pure and filled with life-giving ozone, is drv, being devoid of moisture, except the showers of rain which occur at intervals, as nature requires, both Summer and Winter. Very seldom does any snow fall here and only occasionally during the winter season is the ground frozen a trifle for a few hours, for the glowing sun soon forces the king of Winter to relax its grip upon mother earth. When a severe storm or blizzard rages in the Xorth we feel its blighting touch to a very small degree. The air is bracing and invigorating, adding lifeand zest to our activities. It is not uncommon to see the roses blooming here in mid-winter. The latter's existence is of short duration ; and the peach and other fruit trees bloom here early in February. I Tlie S'.iinnier tine reigns during the major portion of the year. It contains many warm, balmy and cheer\- days wliile the nights are invariably cool. It is seldom that the thermometer passes ninety degrees and not often reaches that degree of heat. It is a rare occurrence that tlie nights are hct as experienced in other sections of our country, but with a halniy evening air and a cool night which enables the inhabitants to enjoy nature's period of rest and time for recuperation. Our altitude and peculiar location grants to I s these ideal conditions. fine Terrace Residence of H. A. .).ieksnn WATER Nature's God has provided us with a high grade of ab- solutely pure freestone water. The major portion of the abundant supply is impregnated with lithia which banishes disease and imparts health and strength. Many of the nu- merous springs have strong medicinal properties that are of incalculable value to tho.se suffering the ills of life. In addi- tion to the wells and springs, there is a city water plant owned by a corporation which provider spring water to the residents of the citv at a moderate cost and for fire protection. SCfiNERV The Scenery' within our gates and amid our environments is picturesque and entrancing. Nature has wrought mar- velously and limned scenes that the imagination may not picture and words inadecinately describe, but to be seen is to be appreciated. To the south-east of our citj' Talla (which means gold), mountain rears its lofty pinnacle, fore\er piercing the etheral blue of the firmament, while upon its rugged surface the mighty oak and the stately pine are still lle^idence uf A. L JacKsuu Kesitlence of Mrs. Mary Barton to be found, but not in al>undance as of yore, for the wood- man's axe has wrought its havoc and decimated the monarch of the forest. Upon the west the mountains of Alabama catch the la.st lingering rays of the sun and to the South and North are landscapes of the rarest beauty, the surface of the country being broken, while now and then the ear catches the music of the purling brook as it meanders its way to the rivers and thence to the sea. Nature has doi:e much to l>eautif>- the landscape, giving an emljellishment here and there which is captivating. Upon our Western border the placid Tallapoosa river winds its sinuous course to the ocean while upon its banks are scenes upon which the eye loves to feast and amid tlic forest glades the rich hued songsters carrol their sweetest lays and fills the soul with love for nature's God and his wonderful creation. INHABITANTS Tallapoosa has a population of about 3,000, tlie inhabi tants of which are residents from almost every state in the union. You here find the erudite from Massachusetts, while Rpsi'ence ..f Itowe Pricf Residence of Mrs. Mary k Form sn nutmeg State has furnished its quota : Delaware has its kindred : Illinois has given us of its sjjlendid people; the Ke\stone has its representatives, and those of Wisconsin have here found a home- Michigan has provided a liberal quota of its citizens whicli abide witli us. Minnesotans are of our number, and Ohio and Indiana are well represented. Tlie same is true of the Southern, I"oking Xortb Elton Block In addition we have a graded school for the colored children of our city. Two teachers are employedi a princi- pal and a.ssistant. This school iS very successful, there being 125 enrolled. The school is highly appreciated by the colored population and well attended. The question of ad- ndding a cooking department to this .school is receiving tliouglitfid crnsideration by niemliers of our school lioard. THE. CHVRCHES Our cit\- is well pro\ided with churches. There being six in number, consisting of the Presbyterian, of which Rev. F. E. Taylor is the pastor; The Baptist, Rev. O. T. Moncrief, pastor : The M. E. Church, South, Rev. W. M. Winn, pastor; The M. E. Church, Rev. W. A. Martin, pastor; The Christian Church, Rev. C. R. Miller, pastor; and the Episcopal Church, which has no permanent rector. These churches have large and successful Sunday Schools. We present \-iews of these several churches that those who peruse the Past, Present and Future of Tallapoosa may have a comprehensive idea of our church homes. The Presbyterian Church Baprist Church pastors of the several churches have a union which meets every Monday to consider questions for the promotion of their work. PUBLIC LIBRARY We have the beginning of a good public library of over 1200 volumes, with constant additions being made. The question of a public reading room is receiving consideration and is a necessary adjunct to the library, and we trust will not be long delayed. We are in need of a home for the li- brary and we trust that it may be a reality in the near future. M. E. Church, ^^mltll SECRET SOCIETIES Our city is well provided with secret societies. Anioii.c: these is a strong and rapidly increasing Odd Fellows LodKc ; « the Ma.sons, the Rednien, the Junior Order of American Mechanics, (Mass Blowers' Union: the J. B. vStednian O. A. R. Post and a woman's Relief Corps, the St. Cecilia and Tluir.sday Clnhs; also the Thimble Club. In addition to these the colored people have several secret organizations. TALLAPOOSA OF THE PAST Tallapoosa was established \-ears ago. Some boomers from the East came here about that time and sought to establish a city in a night and every - thi-.'.g was in a whirlwind o f (levelop- nieut and ^ tension. The inliation o f ' 'hot air' ' and the dispens- ing of mone>- \\ itli a la\-isli hand, pro liuced start- ling residts. but decadence followed and the reaction was destruc- tive. After this unfortu- nate occur- rence a new era was ush - ■■» ■ m-^^ Chrisliau Chui ered in, a new life was infused, and from the lost vantage ground a new Tallapoosa has arisen and a new growth and development began upon a substantial basis which has been and is producing results of value. A new life and energy has come forth, arousing from a state of lethargy the powers of development, and is productive of great results. Many of the business concerns of the boom days were conceived in sin and an attempted rearing in iniquity, but without avail, and only to languish and die. Upon their ashes imposing and substantial structures have arisen and are achieving success. TA.LLAPOOSA OF TODAV The Tallapoosa of to-day has arisen from the Tallapoosa of the past, but is an entirely different creation. Though possessed of some of the old landmarks and a few scars still are observent, it has arisen in a more glorious form, with success inscribed upon its banners and a progressive spirit in the forefront of the great commercial battle, winning victories and achiev- ing results that pre.ssages future renown. Its business men have been pressing to the front, in- vesting their capital, uniting their efforts, encouraging others to unite with them, while development along various lines is apparent and the salutary influence is extending its M. E. Ghurcli ramifications which will inevitably produce far. greater ac- complishments. These business men have faith and confi- dence in our city, for they have invested their capital with good results and are willing to place more within its borders for the creation of manufacturing establishments and other industries. Freight rates are such that raw material may be shipped in and the manufactured product shipped out with profit, while the Southern Rail- way Company is desirous and even anxious to assist parties in the estab- lishment of manufacturing industries and the promotion of other enterprises. MANUFACTURING Among the several manufacturing establishments is the new cotton mill which has recently been completed at a cost of over two hundred thousand dollars. This magnificent plant was constructed by the Tallapoo.sa Mills, a corporation, the stockholders of which are about all Tallapoosa people. The buildings have just been completed and the machinery is now being installed and it is expected to begin the manu- facture of yarn about May the first. Tlie buildings are substantially built of brick and concrete and consist of the mill proper, two large warehouses, the engine house, large reser\oir (which holds 250,000 gallons of water) together ■i-'.*^"^v-- .,<■; •..>^ rrM TALLAPOOSA MILLS with a water plant of their own. Provision has been made of the most modern kind for ample protection against fire- An electric plant has also been installed for illuminating purposes and embraces modern appliances. In addition to these buildings the corporation has a large number of tene- ment houses for its employees. This mill will employ from 300 to 400 hands and will thus directly bring to our city about 1000 people, and indirectly many more. The mill is located in the western portion of our city near the main line of the Southern railway. We give a full page view of the large manufacturing plant. The niachir-ery for this #ll>^ a^y. ^. . ..^ L 1 ' 1, ,,jij^gj>-^ e -^^mnSm pc'i- El » Residence of Ex-JIayor G. W ."-liei parcl Residence of Postmaster C. E. Head mill is the very best that can be secured and was furnished by A. H. Washburn of Charlotte, N. C, who makes a specialty of equipping cotton mills- The officers of the corporation are : A. L. Jackson. President and Treasurer ; A. V. Howe, Secretary; C. E. Pearce, Superintendent . The cotton mill has attracted many people to our midst and when active operations are- inaugurated it will bring many more. It has created a greater demand for homes and real estate in general. SOUTHERN CAR WHEEL IRON WORKS Tills large niamifactiiri;ig industry is engaged in the inamifactiire of pig iron. It has a large number of em- ployees and in the past year it produced 10,000 tons of higli-gradecliarcoal pig iron. It is a prominent factor in our industrial progress and its annual payroll aggregates a very large sum of money. It is operated both day and night and continuously pre.sentsti vivid scene of activity. The matter of increasing the output and the addition of another indus- Southern Uar \\\if-\ Ir.in Wi.rks TallajooSi Glass Mfg. Cu. try to utilize a large portion of its niaiiufacliired product is now under consideration. The raw material which it utilizes is near at hand and hence is procured without any great expense. Its manufactured product is of a very high-gr.Tvle and finds a ready market and at good prices at all times. Its officers -{ire men of integrity', of sterling worth and under- stand the production of high-grade Blue Ridge pig iron. We ]:)reseiit a view of the r.;annfacturiiig jilaiit of this proniiiient iiidustrw TALLAPOOSA OLASS MFG. CO This is a prominent indastr3', not onlj' of Tallapoosa, but of the South, for there are not many manufacturing establishments of this character in Dixie. This corporation was organized about one year ago with a capital stock of $25,000, which amount was sub- scribed by our own people and is a strong indication of the confidence of our citizens in the development of our city. This company p u r - chased the Dixie Glass Works and remodeled and en- larged the plant to a very large extent, enabling them to not only materially ^'"''^'''"' increase the output of the plant, but to produce a much higher grade of goods, which find a ready sale in the , markets of the South. The plant is being operated both night and day and is producing about sixty thousand bottles of various kinds and sizes per month. It has constructed a large box manufactory wherein its boxes and crates are made. Its employees number 125 and the pay-roll amounts to $6,000 per month, which is about all expended here and is an immense source of benefit to our merchants and city ■ As far as pos- sible the manage- ment .seeks to em- ploy married men so their families abide here. The corporation is officered as fol- lows : Justin C. Jackson, president and treasurer ; J . F. Hinckley, vice- president and su- perintendent, and Geo. M. Greely, '» ^id '■*"" secretary. The\- are prominent and reliable business men and are making the business an eminent success. The favorable freight rates enables them to secure raw material advantageou.sly and also to sell their manufactured product to advantage. 15 We present a view of this successful inauufacturiuR plant which presents a continuous scene of activity. GAINSBORO TELEPHONE CO. The Gainsboro Telephone Company has a splendid phone system in our city and the major portion of the business houses and residences have phones installed, proving of invaluable benefit to the people. It is connected with long distance lines so that our city has telephone con- nection with cities a long distance away. The company Ilesidencc ol Goode Price Kesidence of U. JI. Urcelcy has recently made some very im|)ortant iniiirovcmcnts by placing cables on the principal streets in lii.u of the ordi- nary teleiihone wires. Other improvements are being made from time to time and modern appliances are being utilized so that the system ma>-. as near as possible, reach per- fection. ICE FACTORY The ice factor\- which Mi . I'.. 1'. C. I'owk-r is nwnc-r. was burned several ukmiIIis ago, but lias bLiii rebuilt on an enlarged and more extensive scale, and much more sub- stantial in every respect. Its capacity is ten tons per day. In addition to this he will also manufacture soda water and other soft drinks. This important industry not only supplies home consumption, but also ice for many of the smaller towns within our trade territory. FOUNDRY AND MACHINE SHOPS Situated north of the Southern Raih'oad and west of the vSouthern Car Wheel Iron Co. jilant is the foundry, Kesideuce of D. L. I'otn r Fine Villa, Residence of J. J. Hardenbruuk machine shop, planiiig mill and lumber yard of Mr. M. A. Greene, who also has two saw mills in the county which he runs in connection with his city plant, making it possil)le for him to do nearly any kind of work desired in wood or iron. This manufacturing plant is one of value to our city and the enlargement of the plant for the purpo.se of manu- facturing engines is contemplated and under consideration. In addition to the above there are two machine shops, planing mill, several saw mills near our city and laro^e quantities of lumber, the products of these mills, is shipped from Tallapoosa to various parts of the country. GINNERY The Kiiinery is owned and operated by the Tallapoosa Mercantile and Manufacturing Co. and is doing a very large and profitable business and the cotton from a radius of many miles is brought to it. It is operated by steam power. The busy season is from October until January, l)Ut considerable cotton is ginned for several montlis later. ijiiy ijiccliic Light I'Uiit iJi. W. 11. ClialTee Block ELECTRIC LIGHT PLANT Tile city owns tlie electric light plant, which was built about two years ago at an expense of $16,000. Its capacity is great enough to su])ply illumination for a city several times the size of Tallapoosa. This city is well illuminated and is a vital imijrovement for our city and highly ai)pre- ciatcd l)y our pojiulace. The plant was so constructed that an abundance of power may be furnished with but little additional expense. The cost of electricity is very reasona- ble and generally used by our people. Our people are rather inclined to the ownership of mu- nicipal utilities and advancement in this line is very proba- ble in the near future. Many municipal improvements are under contemplation, some of which, and perhaps all, may be realized within the next year. Our present city council is alive to the interests of our people and the promotion of our city and will do all in their power to effect its develop- ment, creating a greater interest in the municipal affairs which will benefit the town. \\ .^ I ('. J. T. Tuggle's Dry Goods Store MERCANTIUK E.5TAB1_,ISHMENTS We have a number of fine mercantile establishments in various lines which would be an honor to even a cit>' of greater population. We have several fine dry goods, gro- cery and drug stores that carry a fine .stock of goods and sell them at a fair market value. Among these we may mention the fine department stores of J. T. Tuggle and G. \\'. & J. C. Tumlin. We present views of the buildings occupied by these stores. One of the latest additions is the Palace Drug Store, that would be a credit to a larger city. It is modern in evor\- way, with its expensive furnishings, its large marble sanitary fount and presents a very attractive appearance. We present ' a view of its fine interior and a fair idea may be formed of its ample proportions- Our merchants have a large country trade which is rapidly increasing each year and becoming of greater value in time's progression. Tallapoosa is a large cotton market where an immense quantity of cotton is handled each \ear. The volume of cotton sold here. will be materially augmented the present year, owing to the extensive cotton mill being located here, the operation of whicli has just been inaugiu-ated. The Palace Drug Store HOTELS Tallapoosa is well provided with good hotels, the Tallapoosa Hotel, the Monarch, Dinner House and the Hotel Lithia. The latter is a magnificent tourist hotel containing 175 rooms and is richly furnished. At present it is not being operated, but there are good prospects that it will be for the winter season. The Tallapoosa Hotel contains 75 rooms, with modern improvements and is a popular place for the traveling public and tourists. The Monarch is a very popular Hotel. It was started about a year ago and has secured a fine patronage. The owner contemplates enlarging the building during the present year to accommodate his increasing trade- We present herewith views of three of the hotels, giving the readers of this booklet a fair conception of our hotel accommodations. The comfort of the guests is the main consideration and •JO i-\i-l.AiOO.-.A Ill.ll.L people coming here either siiiiinier or winter to enjo\- our mild climate and health-giving ozone, are provided with comfortable accommodations. In addi- tion there are numerous places where board may be secured in private homes or apartments suitable for light housekeeping at very reasonable rates. R.EAL ESTATE The value of real estate is moderate though increasing. Ideal business lot; and beautiful resident lots may be secured at reasonable prices an- double houses for its o[)erati\es. A num- ber of new houses have been built during the past year and >-et the suppls' is inadecpiate. Several new business blocks have been con- structed and a number, in all probability, will be built during the present year. The I. O. O. F. lodge have purchased a lot and will construct thereon a three story concrete block. The first floor will be used for stores ; the second floor for offices and lodge purposes and the third floor will contain a large hall. It will be a substantial block and be modern in all respects. This important block will be a great addition to our devel- oping city. A building of this ciiaracter is needed here and will be appreciated by the fraternal orders. S. s. It:iiiilm's Re.ll EsLTie Oilk-e AGRICULTURE AND FRUIT GR.OAVING The country contigupus to Tallapoosa was once forest clad and considerable timber yet remains. The land is suited for the successful growing of cotton, corn, small grain of all kinds, grasses of many different varieties,, veg- etables, fruit and the raising of stock. Our principle crops are cotton and corn, though there are other cereals grown to some degree, and a greater diversity of crops is meeting with more-favor among our farmers than in the past. 1 lie .Mun.iich lioLel FRUIT GROWING Numerous kinds of fi'uit reach a high state of develop- ment here and a readj' and profitable market is at hand. Peaches, apples, pears, plums, figs, quinces, grapes, black- berries, raspberries, strawberries and other small fruit, nia\' be successfully grown. \'egetables of almost every kind respond abundantly to proper tillage and yield the pro ducer handsome profits. More farmers are raising less cotton and are turning their attention to fruit growing and trucking. KesidoDcc of J. J. Tboinlon SMAUL, FARMING This is an ideal location fur the small or truck farmer. He has excellent markets near at hand and his peaches and grapes if raised in sufficient quantities may be shipped with profit to New York, Philadelphia, Chicago and other east- ern and northern markets. In this connection the raising , of fowls and the production of dairy products will prove a good iiivestment. Small farms with fair improvements and flowing water, suitable for fruit growing, trucking, farming and the growing of | oultrv located near Tallajioo.'^a maybe purchased at very reasonable prices. Well improved farms on a larger scale may be secured at fair prices, never- theless farm land is constantly increasing" in value. BOHEMIAN COLONY A Bohemian Colony is located at Budapest, about five miles east of Tallapoosa, near the Southern railway. They are engaged principally in the growing of grapes and raise some tobacco. They have a number of fine vineyards and produce excellent fruit. They have been engaged quite U»si(leiice of E. p. C. Fowler Resirteiice of J F. Hinkley- extensively in the past in the manufacture of wine but tb.e stringe it prohibition law=; e lacted by our state have inter- fered with this line of production to a large extent. The people are law abiding and make .good citizens. Our farmers have been .growing cotton and corn to a large degree, but they find it more profitable to diversif\- their crops to a greater extent, for all kinds of cereals, vegetables and fruit reach a high state of development. We present several views of farm homes near Talla- poosa and cotton picking scenes. Perliaps one of the best indexes of a towns prosperity is tlie amount of freight received and for\varded during the past >ear. The Southern Railway Company at this place received freight during the past year, the tonnage of which was 40,979,088, while during the same time it shipped out in excess of 48,000,000 tons. During the same period its local passenger business amounted to over 590,000. This period includes the last five months when every portion of our nation was adversely affected by the money stringency. In addi- tinn tu tliis is the frt-i^lit and express matter liandled by the Cottou I'iukin^ Kuial Ut>>idem!e of R S. Sniitli Southern Express Compan\'. which is far in excess of the \'ear previous. In addition to this the V. T. M. & vS. W. R. Co.. a short line of fourteen miles extending from this city to Hopewell, .Vlabama, during the past \ear handled 27,000 tons of freight. Those amounts are a large increase over the previous year, indicating a vigorous and health>' condition of our town. Had it not been for the stringent times the increase would have been much greater. BA.NKING The First National Bank was organized and opened for business April 9, 1904, with a capital stock of $25,000, with the following board of directors : J. T. Tuggle, J. C. Tumlin, Geo. W. Sheppard, Rowe Price and W. S. Witham. Its first officers were : W. S. Whitham, President ; G. W. Sheppard, Vice-President; and Rowe Price, Cashier. The A'a^stii^er aud Freight Depot o: Soucliera Kailway Fiist Niitional liauk same directory and officers continued until the January Meeting, 1908, when the president and cashier resigned, and Mr. J. C. Tumlin, a prominent and wealthy merchant, was elected president ; Mr. G. \V. Sheppard, ex-ma,vor of this city and a prominent and wealthy citizen, was elected vice-president, and Mr. Goode Price, a competent man, was elected cashier, with the following board of directors : J. C. Tumlin, W. L. Tumlin, Rowe Price, Geo. W. Sheppard and J. A. Sasser, who are all residents of this city except Mr. Sasser, who resides in Atlanta and is prominently connected with and has large interests in the Banker's' Financing Company, of that city. At the time this bank WHS organized it took over the business of the Citizens Bank of this city, and has made a strong, steady growth since its in- auguration. Dur- ing this time the deposits have more than doubled. Its last published statement, Febrii ary 13, IftJS, shows as.sets $166,222.55, being a very large increase. Its capi- tal, the largest of any bank in the county, has been strengthened by a surplus fund of, $5,000 and an in- dividual profit ac- count in excess of $10,000. Regular dividends have been declared annually except this year, while the undivided profits are ample for the usual dividend, the management Rural Lite in Georgia are inclined to postpone any division until linres have be- come more normal, thus augmenting its working capital by that amount of undivided profits. The First National Bank stands in the front ranks of the strong Ijanking insti- tutions of Georgia and its manage- ment is re.garded as consfervative and in strict accord w i t h legitimate banking. Its offi- cers are prominent business men of strict integrit_\- and sterling worth, in whom the business world h a s confi- dence. The bank is lo- cated in a fine three stor\- brick block, w h i c h it owns, conttiining fire and b u rglar-proof vaults and modern bank fixtures. 'We present a cut of the bi ilding which not only contains the bank, but also the Journal Publishing and Printing Establishment. 29 TALLAPOOSA OF THE FUTURE By reason of tb.t- facts set forth in this booklet and the present conditions existing, everything portends a very bright and promising future. The agricultural districts are rapidly developing, better farming is the rule and new peo- ple are moving here while many new farms are being opened U|). Diversified farming is rapidly manifesting itself aiul our trade radius is being exter.ded to a large degree. Il'-Bittence ot .\I;tj. W. H. Kiint.; Residence of C. E. I'earce Within the gates of the city there is a liberal and dis- tinct improvement. The homes are being improved and made more attractive, which is an excellent index, more and better stores, while city appearances are presenting theni.selves in various ways. There has been a verj' appar- ent increase of jwinilation within the past year, a great demand for tenement houses, far in excess of the supply, and a material increase in the value of real estate. During the past year there have been a large number of sales and the major portion being homes. This shows a desirable state of affairs and is a strong evidence of development. Our manufacturing establishments have been increased and improved, all indicative of confidence in our city and its future. Undoubtedly that as soon as the financial conditions of our country assume normal conditions and money again seeking investment, a connecting railroad will be built, extending both north and South, connecting with other lines which vv'ill prove of inestimable value to Tallapoosa, Alta Vista, uduutry residence of Dr. J. T. Gibson, l^., miles north of Tallapoosa Kesicleuoe uf Judriou Murpliy that will give our development an imjietus which' will be productive of an extensive growth. _ It is very probable that within the next year, as heretofore indicated, our city will make important and decided municipal improvements that will materially enhance the value of our property and attract people and capital. The new cctton mill has had a very salutary effect upon our city and attracted people here. The reorganization of the Glass Works and it being placed upon a sul^stantial basis, has been and is a great power for good. In addition there are good prospects of several factories and other suljstantial business concerns locating here, only awaiting better financial conditions. Perhaps one of the most notable indices of future pros- perity is the intense desire of our people for improved and modern conditions and develo]5nient. It betokens more than we may express, for when they reach the determination that a city must be created success invariably crowns their efforts. J. M. McBrlde Block \V. II KiiiilJlc Block Tlie Tallapoosa Journal was established in 1886, and has been issued continuously every since. It has ever wielded an influence for good and has been an important factor in the city's development. Under the present man- agement of about three years its circulation has been about doubled and during that time it has been all home print. In size it is eight pages of 48 columns and contains general and local news. Editorial consideration is given to ques- tions of public moment and local value. Its large power plant is one of the best of country weeklies in Georgia. The mechanical department has been greatly improved, placed in first-class condition and capable of executing almost any kind of work in the art of printing. In this connec- tion the best evidence is this booklet which is its product.' The plant con- tains modern im- provements and with its several presses and other machinery, exe- cutes first-cla.ss work promptly. jI ills. K. M. lloutcii iiLn' Cuijstrucliou Co. lUuck The Journal strives continuously for the promotion of Tallapoosa and seeks to advance its interests in every way possible. The editor of the Journal will be pleased to furnish any information concerning our city to those who desire it. However, we have a Commercial Club which will furnish all desired information relative to our progressive little city, where good investments may be made. Communications may be addressed to the Secretary of the Club and he will fur- nish you details in reference to property values, factories, the location of which would prove profitable, and other knowledge you may wish to secure. Subscribe for the Journal and thus aid in developing Tallapoosa and enhancing the value of properly. Coiuptleiit men are employed, aiul the latest styles in type faces, enable us to turn out a superior class of printing that always attracts. ►•'^.y^ewRTf *.' '< f »i y-i^ » wl" 'I. in ;i' l'r.ii,'lil |ii'|iol BEKUH DE WiH-lH VEABd OLD AUQ 1 '^ I9V8 t