Cleburne County AlArchives News.....Newspaper articles for JULY 2nd to JULY 9th 1925 July 1925 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/al/alfiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Candace Gravelle tealtree@comcast.net October 21, 2004, 1:39 am The Cleburne News NEWSPAPER NOTICES FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEWS" for JULY 2nd 1925 to JULY 9th 1925 NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, July 2, 1925 MANCE W. TURNER, PIONEER CITIZEN DIED SATURDAY; WAS 72 years Old. It is a feeling of sorrow that the Cleburne News announces the passing of Mr. Mance W. Turner, one of Cleburne county's most substantial and beloved citizens, who passed away at his home nar Concord church Saturday evening after a brief illness. Interment was at Concord Sunday afternoon, the funeral and burial services being conducted by the Revs. Johnson, Styles and Eason. Mr. Turner was 72 years old at the time of his death and had lived in the community all of his life; he was a staunch member of the Missionary Baptist church. He was a son of John Turner, a pioneer and among of of the first settlers in Cleburne, coming to Alabama from central Georgia. To "Uncle" John Turner were born five boys, John, who died several years ago, Mance W., who passed away last Saturday; and the surviving sons are Alonzo M., Jas. L. and J. Davis Turner, all of whom reside in beat 8, near Abernathy; one daughter Mrs. Jas. Arrington who until her death several years ago lived at Tucumseh, Cherokee County, Alabama. Mr. Mance W. Turner was married to Susan Walls when quite a young man and to this union were born four children: Mrs. Robert Powell of Atlanta; W.A. Turner, deceased; Thomas J. Turner and Cephus Turner of Hopewell, this county. His second marriage was to Emma Vinson, and to them were born five children: four girls, all of whom died after reaching young womanhood; only one son, Hurst Turner and mother survive. Uncle Mance as he was familiarly known, will be greatly missed in his community and the county, having been a strong pillar in the Baptist church at Conford for about 50 years and was always found on the right side of all public questions affecting his state and county and his counsel will be sadly missed by the community. _________ MRS. BLAKE SICK Mrs. M.E. Blake, 65, is reported to be quite sick at the home of her son, F.L. Blake, near Micaville. Her many friends hope for her a speedy recovery. _____ ATTENDS WEDDING R.E. Jones returned Monday morning from Evergreen where he attended the marriage of his brother, B.E. Jones and Miss Mildred Rutland which occurred last Saturday at the bride's home. Earl also visited his parents at Jones' Mill before returning to his home here. _____ Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Green of Cedar Creek announce the birth of a daughter. Mrs. Green was before her marriage Miss Susie Howell of this place. _____ AGED NEGRESS DEAD Mrs. Sim Smith, aged Heflin negress, was stricken with paralysis late Sunday afternoon and died within a few hours. Burial occurred Monday afternoon. She was born in Randolph County, Ala., and was about 53 years old and had lived in Heflin for more than 20 years and was well liked by the colored as well as the white folks of Heflin. Memorial services will be held the 4th Sunday in July. _________ ELIJAH E. MYERS is 72 YEARS "YOUNG" Last Sunday, June the 28th, Mr. Elijah E. Myers celebrated his 78th birthday. Coming to this county from North Georgia, Mr. Myers located near where he now lives. He has made the county a fine citizen and the community an ideal neighbor and christian gentleman. It was the writer's good pleasure to be one among a large number present on Sunday and enjoy the day with this splendid citizen. Mr. Myers who is enjoying fairly good health at the present time, sustained a painful hurt about a year ago but he now seems to be almost himself again. This write has known Mr. Myers since his coming to Cleburne and it was interesting to hear him related little incidents that occurred a "way back in the misty past". We are thankful to know and number Mr. Myers as one of our most intimate friends and wish for him many more happy birthday celebrations. The following children and their families were present: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Myers and son Paul of Heflin Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Fordham and children Mrs. W.C. McELroy and children Mr. and Mrs. Thelbert Myeres and children of Pratt City Mr. and Mrs. Creamer W. Myers of Pratt City Miss Emma Myers of Commerce, GA Misses Lillian and Lottie Myers and son Barnie Myers. There are eleven children, all of whom were present with the exception of Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Myers of Clearmount, GA and Mr. and Mrs. M.L. McIntyre of Randolph County. Besides making kodak pictures of the children and grandchildren, a family group photo was made. _______ MANY CASES BEFORE COUNTY COURT One of the largest county court dockets in several months will come up for disposition before Judge D.S. Baber next Monday. There are eleven cases for violating the prohibition law and seven for distilling. Men who face trial for violating the prohibition law are: Russell and Albert Abercrumbie Joe Sears William Smith Norman O'Harrow Virgil Owen I.E. Massengale Tom Baker Calvin Brown Jerry Allman Crist Davis Utis little N.J. Voss Distilling Cases are: Euel Roberts Ellis Roberts Wilson Howell Jim Easterwood Paul Ferguson Other Cases to be heard are: Ed Baker, assault with weapon and abusive language Ivey Laminack, carrying concealed weapon John and Jim BUchanan, assult with intent to murder Marvin Price, Quit Waits, Dewey Waits and Equator Price, assault with weapon Andrew Dobbins, carrying concealed weapon Isaac Pruitt, conspiracy Lindsey Allred, carrying concealed weapon Luther Spoon, carrying concealed weapon ____________ LOCAL NEWS "Uncle" Tink Taylor of Abel was in town Saturday. __ "Uncle" John Brown of Heflin was in town here Saturday. __ Euell Rowell of the Pell City Motor Car Co. is spending several days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Rowell. __ Charles A. Kennedy and little son Cranston of Edwardsville were visitors here Saturday. __ Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Morrison and children of route 1 were visitors here Saturday. __ G.W. Thrower of Chulafinnee was here Saturday. __ J. Whit Vaughan of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee spent the week with relatives here. __ "Uncle" Lewis Vaughan of Trickem was here on Saturday. __ Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Chandler and children spent Sunday in Tallapoosa the guests of the former's parents. __ J.C. Crews of near Newell spent the weekend here. ___ W. Lindsey Lassetter of Belltown was here Saturday. __ "Bud" Blake of Heflin 6 was here on business on Monday. __ Mrs. W.J. Cavender, Jeff and Guy Cavender of Heflin 4 were shopping in town Saturday. __ Mr. and Mrs. Lee Haywood visited the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Wright, in Carroll county Saturday, returning home Monday. ___ NEWSPAPER issue of Thursday, July 9, 1925 MR. J.L. YORK OWNS CUTELRY USED BEFORE THE WAR of 1812 A recent news item going the rounds of the state press telling of a pocket knife that was 138 years old, led J.L. York, 77, of Heflin to disclose the fact that he has in his possession a razor that was used by his grandfather before and during the War of 1812. While the exact age of the razor is not known, Mr. York believes it to be 138 years old and has been in his possession since 1874. The handle is made of cow's horn. The only distinguishable wording on the blade is "Rogers and Sons, Sheffield". The owner is of the opinion that the razor was made in England. _______ SKELETON OF MAN FOUND LAST WEEK Word was received here Thursday of finding the skeleton of a man near Borden Springs by some children who were picking berries in the mountains near that place. The find was reported to officers and a party of men went to investigate. The body was in a state of decomposition so that identification was impossible, but papers near where the body had lain for four weeks indicated that it was Will Raborn, 52, a resident of that community. Raborn had been missing for a month and nothing had been heard from him until the body was found in the mountains this week. It is said that his long absence did not alarm his family, as he was said to make extended trips over the line into Georgia. ________ LIGHTNING DOES DAMAGE During an electric and rain storm Monday afternoon, the home of Claude Cunningham was struck by lightning, knocking off the top of a chimney and damaging the roof. At about the same hour lighning killed three fine hogs belong to "Uncle" Matt Evans. _____ MARY WISE CELEBRATES 93rd BIRTHDAY "Aunt" Mary Wise, mother of Mrs. J.R. McElroy, who makes her home with her daughter, celebrated her 93rd birthday last Sunday. Wonderful to relate, Mrs. Wise can read her bible, daily and weekly newspapers without the aid of glasses. She doats on "the Heflin paper" and reads it carefully each week. _____ MR. ASA HORTON AND FAMILY VISITING Mr. and Mrs. Asa Horton and son Travis are visiting relatives and friends in the county. He has been absent from the county 35 years, his parents moving to Texas when Asa was a small boy and this is his first time to return to his old home in many years. _____ ANNUAL SACRED HARP SINGING ON THE FOURTH WAS BRILLIANT AFFAIR At 9:30 Saturday morning the 4th, M.F. McWhorter called the congregation to order and sang a few soul stirring songs. Joe L. York was the only old time Sacred Harp singer among the leaders. He was also the only pioneer teacher of either music or the Blue Back Speller and when he came forward to lead an excellent lesson, the hearts of many of his old pupils softened in prayer that he might be able to fill his place on the program. His lesson was enjoyed very much. _________ W.L. BURGESS DIED FRIDAY "Uncle" Will Burgess, following a severe fall in which his hip was broken, died in an Anniston hospital late Friday night where he was carried for treatment. The remains were shipped back to Edwardsville and the burial took place Saturday, the interment being in the cemetery at Cane Creek Primitive Baptist church. Mr. Burgess lacked one day of being 81 years old and is survived by four children, two boys and two girls. The children are: Elbert Burgess of Edwardsville; Albert Burgess of New York City; Mrs. B.D. Owen and Mrs. W.M. Austin, both of Edwardsville. __________ G.W. Morris, an old respected citizen of Edwardsville 1, was in town the latter part of last week. Mr. Morris is in his 90th year and is real spry for one of his advanced age. ____ Mrs. D.B. Clark has returned to her home in Lakeland, Fla., after spending a few days with Heflin relatives. ___ Mrs. L.C. Reese and children, Curtis and Evelyn of Chicago are visting here as the guests of the former's grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley J. 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