Cleburne County AlArchives News.....Newspaper Notices for OCTOBER 1906 October 1906 ************************************************ 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 29, 2004, 11:19 pm The Cleburne New Era NEWSPAPER NOTICES FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEW ERA" for OCTOBER 1906 NEWSPAPER issue of October 6, 1906 IRON CITY News Mrs. G.W. Bell and sister Miss Angie Brannon spent last Monday in Heflin. __ Mr. W.H Hanna attended the funeral of Mr. J.R. Moore in Heflin last Monday. __ The sixteen month old baby of Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Powell died September 25th and buried on the 26th. __ Mrs. Nancy Davis is visiting the family of her son, W.H. Davis here. __ Mrs. Rhodes and daughter Miss Mattie of Choccolocco visited her Tuesday. __ J.B. Griffis has been confined to his bed for two weeks with an attack of malarial fever. __ J.H. Hughes had another fine mule to die last Sunday. __ MR. J.R. MOORE DIED Last Saturday after the full-orbed autumn sun had hid itself behind the western hills, business ceased and a slow eastern rain began falling, wafted to and fro with a soft wind which seemed to say with a melancholy whisper that all things are passing away. The news was then received that our friend and fellow townsman Mr. J.R. Moore could not last much longer. Sunday morning his friends awoke only to hear the sad news that he died at 1 o'clock, which bade us to pause for sympathy and meditation. In the death of Mr. Moore our town, county and state has lost a noble son, a patriotic, broad-minded, big-hearted citizen and business man. He leaves a wife and eight children to mourn his untimely departure, all of whom have our deepest sympathy. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. G.B. Boman at the Baptist church Monday at eleven o'clock. __________ IN MEMORIAM OF JAMES R. MOORE Last Sunday morning when the announcement of the death of Mr. James R. Moore was made, it carried sadness to every home in Heflin. Mr. Moore had been sick for six weeks. He had made a brave fight for life which was so much worth the living for him, he was dear to so many hearts, so many looking to him. From the day of his first sickness until the sad hour of death, everything that medical skill and trained nurses could do to prolong life was done, but it seems "what is to be will be" was forcibly impressed on his many loved ones. Mr. Moore was a patient sufferer, looking on the bright side of every phase of life. He frequently during his illness grew despondent of recovery, but this would not last long and he would try to give those so interested in him hope of at least a temporary recovery for himself. Mr. Moore was a devoted and dutiful son, a true husband, a good brother and no children ever had a more affectionate and indulgent father than his; always eager to gratify their every wish, to educate and provide for them a beautiful home. How sadly such a father is missed when cut down in the prime of life, how sad his going. Mr. Moore was a friend to the poor and distressed and had many strong friends among the poor of the county. He was never known in any of his dealings with men to take advantage of their ignorance. A personal friend in speaking of his strong traits said "Jim's heart was always larger than his purse. I have known him in making trades with people in a lower station in life to close the deal with mutual satisfaction and then after deliberating over the matter, his conscience was not satisfied, he would hunt up the party and give a few extra dollars. So often his dealings with the people on his farm there would be a difference made but it was always in the behalf of the other party." So is it any wonder that the poor felt he was their friend and that they could put confidence in him that would not be betrayed. Mr. Moore was not a member of any church but those who knew him best feel that his rest is sweet and that while we give him back to the god who gave him, in his waking he will be awake to sleep no more. He was, especially the last few years of his life a very public spirited man. His work for the school will be missed. He was one of the most active citizens in the movement of making Heflin the county seat. He served for several years as a member of the board of trustees and while he served in this capacity he strove to better our town by giving us teachers, not only in name, but in deed, teachers who were superior both mentally and morally. He was a man of strong convictions and always had the courage to speak them. The vein of hypocracy had no flow in his soul. He will be sadly missed by his many friends while the shadow is hanging so heavily over the wife and children, the grief of the aged mother over the giving up of her only son and the sorrow of his sisters of the great loss of so good a brother. Let us hope and pray that they may realize it was for the best, that his man was not sent by any human power, but by the all wise one. May they feel encouraged to go on with the battle until they too, shall yield up all earthly ties to go and join the loved one in the presence of him who doeth all things well. A friend. ____ FORNEY HILTON IS GIVEN HEARING Anniston, Alabama A hearing under a writ of habeas corpus was had before Judge Pelham in chambers to secure bail for Forney Hilton of Chambers county, who is charged with the murder of Charles McKee with a mattock in Cleburne County some time ago. Bail was granted in the sum of $3000., which it is said that friends will make up. The defendant, Forney Hilton was transferred to the Calhoun County Jail some two or three weeks ago where he has since been confined. Quite a large number of witnesses were present at the hearing and considerable testimony was adduced. ____ IN MEMORIAM OF MRS. J.W. WALKER Mrs. J.W. Walker departed this life July 28, 1906. She leaves a devoted husband and six children and a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn her departure. She was born January 15, 1850, was converted and joined the Baptist Church in 1865 and lived a consistent member until the day of her death. She was always ready to do anything in her master's cause. Mrs. Walker was married to Mr. J.W. Walker in 1868 an they lived happily for 38 years. I know you miss that low sweet voice, her face, those soft blue eyes. But think of her in heaven with no sorrow, pain or night, with angels for her companions. Death came gently as if falling asleep. From the coming shades of night,her face was that of sweet repose, like a child tired from play. Only the pale brow showed that the soul had flown to that eternal day. Her sweet voice had joined it's choir that sings carols of heaven, for the life she has on earth peace and joy are given. Sad ones who are left behind you, who loved you best, knowing this will help you bear your lost happiness. Think beloved one, you should not grieve when her soul is at rest. God would not give her back again just for your happiness. Your lot, though sad, you must bear until life's work is done until that voice that called dear Aunt Mary Ann, says to you, come. Then in that great beyond where there is no sorrow and no tears, you may understand why she was called in her loveliest years. Just nine weeks ago today the angel of death came and called from earth your dear mother in that beautiful beyond. Thou are not gone your previous mother, never more canst thou return, thou shalt sleep peaceful sumbers until that resurrection morning. Mrs. Walker was laid to rest in Bethsadia cemetery. Burial services were conducted by Rev. W.J. Campbell. Written by her niece, Leola Coleman. _________ LOCAL & PERSONAL News S.C. Zaner of Oxford was in town this week. __ Thomas Prestidge was in town Monday and Tuesday. __ T.M. Wheeler of Borden Springs was in town this week. __ Ed Haynes was in town this week selling apples and cider. __ Mrs. Dr. Hughes of Choccolocco attended the funeral of J.R. Moore here Monday last. __ T.B. Campbell was in town Thursday trading cows, chickens and hogs with Col. R.L. Evans. __ B.H. Turner of Kemps Creek was in town the latter part of the week and forepart of this week. __ W.T. Chappel and family have removed from Oxford to Heflin. They are living with W.S. Jones and family north of the railroad. __ Miss Mary Hilton of Tallapoosa, a charming lady and talented musician, is in the city the gust of Miss Frances Hunnicutt. __ Quite a number of our citizens are aiming to attend the State Fair in Birmingham this month. __ D. Phillips and J.H. Crumpton were in town Thursday with a wagon load of fine apples. They are among the most progressive farmers in the county. ___ The friends of Mr. Jep Perryman will learn with pleasure his improvement while he is still confined to the hospital in Altanta. ____ NEWSPAPER Issue of Saturday, October 13, 1906 HUBBARDVILLE News We are sorry to hear of Mr. T.J. Turner being sick. __ Mr. Tom Thrower is back at home again after staying in Heflin. He has come home to see after gathering his crop. __ Mr. Jim Johnson and wife are entertaining a big ten pound boy at their home. ___ Mr. Isiah Beck and wife are back in our village. Mr. Beck said he had enough of Sand Mountain. ___ LOCAL & PERSONAL News Laborn Holmes and wife of Bremen, GA are in the city the guests of his wife's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.N. Harris. ___ Austin Stricklen has sold his interest in the Gilley & Stricklen sawmill to John Gilley. Mr. Gilley is now owner and operator and manager of the mill. __ Arthur Stricklen spent this week in Wedowee the guest of his sister, Mrs. Stell Blake. __ Mack, Hermit and Fred Mashburn of Wedowee spent Tuesday night in the city with J.C. Gibbs. The gentleman are enroute to Atlanta to complete their course in dentistry. ___ DIED - - Mr. J.J. Morris, our old Heflin friend, has passed away. He died October 2nd at the State Sanitoriam and was buried at Bowdon, GA his old home place. He was 66 years old. ____ Tom Thrower who has been in Heflin during the summer months following his carpenter's trade, has returned to his home in Hubbardville. ___ J.T. and Olander Glasgow were Heflin visitors this week. __ Several of the Heflin citizens are attending the Georgia State Fair this week. ___ Since the last issue of the New Era, new babies have been born to the following named parties, whom we congratulate: Mr. and Mrs. L.E. Adams Mr. and Mrs. W.G. Porter Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Steipan Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Vaughan _________ IRON CITY News Rev. S.L. Cross of Rabbittown filled his regular appointment at the Baptist church here last Sunday. __ Mr. and Mrs. L.D. Miller of Anniston visited their parents here last week. __ Mr. and Mrs. John Garrett of DeArmanville visited the family of W. Thompson last Sunday. __ Mrs. Venerable of Anniston visited relatives here last Sunday. __ Mrs. Ida Hanna of Texas is visiting relatives here. __ Mr. and Mrs. Sep Morgan of White Plains visited here last Sunday. __ W.H. Hanna spent last Monday at White Plains. __ Mrs. C.E. Dunn who has been sick is thought to be improving. __ FRUITHURST News Crops are badly damaged by the excessive rains. The oldest inhabitants say they have never seen anything like this summer for excessive rains. __ Mr. Henry Barker is very sick at this writing with typhoid fever. His many friends hope for his speedy recovery. __ Luther and Monroe Walker are both convalescing after a protracted illness with typhoid fever. __ NEWSPAPER Issue of Saturday, October 20, 1906 LOCAL & PERSONAL News Gains Roberts of Anniston was in town Thursday. __ HUBBARDVILLE News Mr. Tom Thrower's little girl is some better at this writing. She has been right sick with fever. Mr. Tom Thrower's sister from Lineville has been here on a visit. __ Cleve Roberts passed through our community Monday enroute to Heflin with a bale of cotton. ___ NEWSPAPER Issue of Saturday, October 27, 1906 LOCAL & PERSONAL News Mrs. Richard Awtry was in Atlanta the first part of the week. __ B.T. Foster of Edwardsville was in Heflin this week. __ DEATH OF CELIA BOMER For as much as it pleased almighty god in his wise providence to take out of this world, Celia Bomer, wife of Adam Bomer and daughter of W.H. and Gatsey Sears. A husband and two little children survive her. She joined the Baptist church at 16 years of age and lived a consistent christian until she was 33 years old at which age she passed from this to a better world. When she found herself passing away called to her aunt, Celia Hilton and said "death is but a dream". She rested in a daze and awake and said "I see my way clear. Do you all see that pretty road; I am soon going to travel it and be happy as an Angel." Then she smiled and requested the song "asleep in jesus" to be sun and the scriptures to be read, "blessed are they who die in the lord". The scripture reading was followed by the song "we shall know each other there". These sayings were handed to the writer to be read at the interment. A large crowd of sorrowing friends and relatives witnessed the burial. W.C. Cox __________ J.H. Jones of Century, Florida, spent last Sunday with his sister, Mrs. W. Merrrill. __ Dave Landers of Wedowee was in Heflin visiting his brother Jeff Landers. __ Mrs. Fowler and daughter of Hightower were in Heflin the latter part of last week the guests of the Misses Houston. ___ TEAGUE's MILL News N.C. Shockley, a prominent farmer of this community left Monday morning for Texas where he expects to buy a farm. He sold his farm here to J.M. Rollins. ___ W.L. Beason had the misfortune of getting his arm dislocated last Wednesday. Dr. Houston of Heflin set the arm and we hope it is getting on allright. ___ The farmers are busy gathering their crops. Cotton has been considerably damaged by the recent frosts in this section. Our best farmers claim the crop will be off about one third. ___ File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/al/cleburne/newspapers/gnw224newspape.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/alfiles/ File size: 14.5 Kb