Cleburne County AlArchives News.....Newspaper Notices for MAY 1908 May 1908 ************************************************ 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 December 18, 2004, 12:43 am The Cleburne New Era NEWSPAPER NOTICES FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEW ERA", Heflin, Cleburne County, Alabama for MAY 1908 NEWSPAPER issue of Saturday, May 2, 1908 LOCAL & PERSONAL News G.H. Groover of Hopewell was in town on Monday. __ F.O. Roberts of Denman Mills was in town this week. __ Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Styles of Hopewell were shopping in Heflin on Tuesday. __ George Kemp of Tallapoosa was in Heflin on business this week. __ Freeman Groover, postmaster at Hopewell attended County Republican Convention here Monday. __ There will be a horse swappers convention at Hopewell on Friday after the 1st Tuesday in each month. Bring anything you want to trade from a pocket knife to a pair of horses. J.W. Gentry ___ IN MEMORY OF M.D. NOLES Whereas, in the mysterious providence of god, Morras DeMarcus Noles, whose faithful work in church, Sunday School and singing society had made his name known as an active in the cause of christ, departed this life on Tuesday, February 3, 1908; Be it resolved, that the cause of singing, which he has upheld and sustained to which he had accepted as his profession in connection with sabbath school work to which he devoted his life of noble service, mourns the loss of a patriotic, zealous youth. On the 4th day of April 1887, came the birth of the one who came into the world and departed the same Feb 3, 1908. While he was yet young he saw service in god's vineyard and joined the Church at Lost Creek and was baptised in August 1907. His life was one that shall be long remembered by his associates. His conversations were always upon something to the advancement of his church and community. As a youth he was upright with his fellow man and was a model and pride for his associates. He leaves a father, mother, three brothers, five sisters and a host of friends to mourn his loss. But in as much as it pleased god to take him, we have lost a brother, a man and a friend. hough he's gone where his worth will out shine pure gold on the dross of the earth. W.V. Pirkle, W.M. Hile, J.J. Coley, Committee ____ OAKWOOD, GA News As I have never seen anything in your paper from this community, if you will allow me space in your paper I will tell you what the people are doing and how the times are going out in old Hall County, GA around Oakwood. Farming in general seems to be the order of the day in this territory, although they are somewhat behind with their work. There has been some cotton seed planted and a good quantity of corn. There has been a good deal of sickness here during the winter. The measles have been raging very lively. Old father C.W. Ivey is laying at the point of death. Several of our youngsters made a flying trip to Forsyth county last Sunday to a singing at Silver Shoal church. Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Cantrel who live near Gainsville paid L.O Allen and family a pleasant visit the other day. _____ MICAVILLE News Mrs. L.E. Tarver is quite sick this week. Rev. H. Grubbs filled his regular appointments at Oak Hill on Sunday. Mr. Willie Bain of Randolph county visited J.R. Bain and family Saturday and Sunday. ______ NEWSPAPER Issue of Saturday, May 9, 1908 LOCAL & PERSONAL News Henry McHowle was in the city on Wednesday. __ W.T. Prestridge of Hopewell was in Heflin on business on Saturday. __ J.J. Turner of Hopewell was a Heflin visitor last week. __ B.H. Turner left Tuesday morning for Oklahoma where he will remain for several months. __ Uncle Joe Roberts of Oak Level was in Heflin this week. __ H.L. Johnson of south Cleburne was in town Saturday and subscribed to the New Era. __ Quite a number of our citizens attended Decoration Day exercises at Antioch camp grounds last Sunday. __ R.A. Perryman and Allen Wright have been on the former's farm on the river south of Heflin plowing and fishing. __ Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Sawyer have returned from their bridal tour and are spending a few days with Mrs. Sawyer's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Edmondson. Mr. and Mrs. C.V. Rainwater were here to attend the Sawyer - Edmondson marriage, and have returned to Atlanta. __ All who are interested will meet at the New Harmony Church on Thursday before the third Sunday for the purpose of cleaning the cemetery and making preparations for decoration services which will be conducted there on the third Sunday. Let everybody take part in this good work. ___ DECORATION DAY AT ANTIOCH Last Sunday the editor of the paper accepted an invitation from our friend, J.M. Atkins, to accompany him to Antioch to attend the annual decoration of graves. The weather was fine and all nature seemed instinct with life and drape. The air was vocal with song and birds and odors from the blossoming flowers of every kind. The conditon for a pleasant trip could not have been more favorable. It was estimated that there were between 1500 and 200 people witnessing the decoration of graves by the decorating committee, which was careful to see that each grave received a beautiful bunch of flowers, which was a fitting tribute to the memory of the departed ones by their various kindred and friends who are left behind. The cemetery at Antioch is very nicely arranged and well kept. It stands forth as a growing tribute to the energy and respect exemplified by the citizens of that community for the departed ones, and is an example that should be followed by the people of every community in this county. We heard many complimentary expressions from visitors as to the well kept condition of the cemetery, and the people of that community are to be commended for the interest taken in their cemetery. The afternoon was taken up in singing which was led by Harris Vaughn and others. At 11 o'clock, Rev. W.L. Groover preached a very interesting and instructive sermon which was appropriate for the occasion and was interspersed with glowing tributes to many of the loved ones who have gone on before, leaving their deeds of goodness and kindness behind them. _____ LETTER FROM T. LANDERS OF ALBERTVILLE, ALABAMA Dear Editor, Thinking that it is likely that some of the dear people of Heflin and Cleburne county might have in their minds that great destruction which has befallen to Albertville and to the dear people of that section, was overestimated and knowing of the great faith and confidence that the dear people have, a poor night of the grip, might say about this great cyclone that has just swept away about one half of the beautiful little city of Albertville, situated in Marshall County. To see this great destruction is enough to make the stoutest hearts to bleed with sympathy and to open the pocket books of all of those who have their hearts and finance in one purse. There are about 150 dwellings totally destroyed in this little city, leaving about 800 good people, without house, home or raiment, many suffering from wounds, many grieved from the loss of loved ones. I went over quite alot of the city and for my life I can't see how anyone escaped serious injuries, and how so many escaped death. Up to this date there are 13 white and 2 colored deaths. Was 19 in the hospital this morning besides about 100 that are hurt, more or less, who are not in the hospital. Any help contributes to these good people will be appreciated by them. And I am sure will be a blessing to those who do the giving. Success to the New Era. T. Landers ______ NEWSPAPER Issue of Saturday, May 16, 1908 OAKFUSKEE News People are getting their land ready to plant their cotton and are planting their corn on high land. Rev. J.W. Grubbs filled his regular appointment at Hepsabah church Saturday and Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Thrasher of Anniston were visiting the family of Z.E. Morris last week. Mr. Frank Edwards has returned home from Mississippi and not yet over with the measles. His friends were all glad to see him back home. Mrs. Currie of Corinth was visiting friends and relatives here this week. ____ NEWS FROM BOGUE CHITTO, MISSISSIPPI To the Editor of New Era, From the Grand old State of Mississippi, I will give you some news. We are taking the New Era and we think it is a good paper. The farmers are moving right along, some cotton planted. Corn is looking fine. We do not have any stock law here. The woods look like green wheat fields. They do not raise any wheat in this country. The peach crop is good here but apples don't do much good. Many joys to Mr. Lee Roy Wright and his bride. Wish them a long and happy life. Mr. M.M. Roberts and family were visiting Mr. T.J. Robert on Sunday. Guess who went fishing and caught a buffalo fish weighing 16 pounds. Rev. Taylor Buttram and wife paid Mr. Jim Hendricks and family a visit on Sunday. _____ MICAVILLE News Quite a few people from this community attended the decoration at Morrison's Chapel last Sunday and report a nice time. There will be a decoration at Pinetucky Church the third Sunday in May. Everybody invited to come and bring well filled baskets. Mrs. M.A. Bain is visiting friends and relatives at Beasons Mill this week. Misses Ola and Minnie Vice were the guest of their sister, Mrs. Bibles on Saturday and Sunday. ___ HIGHTOWER News The I.O.O. F. had a celebration at Ranburn on the 26th day of April and had some fine speeches. Mr. G.W. Fowler and wife are spending a few days in Mississippi with their daughter. Hope their trip is a pleasant one. Parson Hicks preached a fine sermon at the church at Rock Springs. We think Brother Hicks is a fine minister. ____ HISTORIC ARBACOOCHEE News To Editor of New Era, Allow me a little space in your valuable paper for a brief sketch from our rural district, Arbacoochee, a name most familiar to thousands who have lived since the beginning of this century. It was on these golden slopes where the Red man joyously danced around the camp fire and sang the wild chase song, but they are gone. "They died of hunger or lingering decay, the steel of the white man, swept them away." The people of this community are enjoying excellent health and the famers are pushing on with untiring energy to complete their present crops. There was a preaching at Denson's Chapel last Sunday by Rev. Loveless. Mr. Hudson of Beason's Mill has been quite sick for the past week. Mrs. W.J. Fowler of Hightower was visiting her sister, Mrs. Houston, last Saturday. Judge Beason went fishing this week. Caught two fish and a bad cold. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Newborn, twins, a boy and a girl. They will have music now. We learn that work will begin at the Clear Creek Gold Mine very soon. ____ NEWSPAPER Issue of Saturday, May 23, 1908 IN MEMORY OF ANDREW J. SKINNER, from LECTA LODGE 392 Whereas the great and supreme ruler of the universe in his infinite wisdom removed from among us one of our worthy and beloved members of Lecta Lodge No. 392, I.O.O.F., Andrew J. Skinner, and whereas the long and intimate relation held with him in the faithful discharge of his duties in this society makes it eminently befitting that we record our apprecation of him. Therefore be it resolved, first that the wisdom and ability which he has exercised in the aid of our organization by service, contributions and council will be held in great remembrance. Resolved, second, that the sudden removal of such a life from among our midst leaves a vacancy and shadow that will be deeply realized by all of the members and friends of this organization and will prove a serious loss to the community and public. Resolved, third, that with deep sympathy with the bereaved relatives of the deceased, we express our hope that even so great a loss to us all may be over ruled for good by him who doeth all things well. J. Austin Wilson W.S. Slurrell A.J. McEachern, Committee _______ GOOSE NECK Community News The Hilton Shingle firm is doing a rousing business of late. Quite a number of the youngsters at Goose Neck attended the all day singing at Oak Hill and report a nice time. Mrs. Winham and daughter gave Mrs. Gober a pleasant call on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Hughes spent Sunday with their son and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. W.F. Hilton. Mrs. F.L. Hilton was a visitor of Mrs. J.D. Hudson of Beason's Mill on Monday. Mrs. Hammonds visited her son, Mr. Ed. Hammonds on Monday. We have plenty of fruit and large watermelon patches, so will invite the editor to come and have a share. ___ LOCAL & PERSONAL News Mrs. A.H. Glasgow is very ill. __ Uncle Burl Messer was in town Wednesday on business. __ Brasher Jones of Childersburg has acccepted a position at the Mica Mills. __ Mrs. Olon Evans has just returned from a visit to her brother, Dr. Harris at Munford. __ D. Phillips of Hightower was in Heflin on Friday. __ Frank Perryman of Atlanta was visiting relatives in town on Monday. __ Quite a number from here attended the foot-washing at Cane Creek on Sunday. __ Capt. Howle of Iron City visited W.H. Barton and family on Tuesday. __ Miss Cora Robinson of Atlanta is nursing George Adams, who is very low with the fever. __ G.C. Lipham of Newell, one of Randolph's best citizens, was in Heflin Saturday and while here paid the New Era a pleasant call. __ J.M. Beggs spent Sunday in Heflin enroute to Montgomery where he goes as a delegate from Hopewell Lodge to attend the grand lodge of I.O.O.F. of the State of Alabama. __ HEFLIN ROUTE 4 News E.F. Green and General Kelley made a trip to Heflin Saturday. Mrs. Henry Boyd visited Mrs. John Larew on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. M.P. Price visited Mrs. G.A. Vise on Friday. _______ NEWSPAPER issue of Saturday, May 30, 1908 LETTER FROM F.M. ZANER, from DOSSVILLE, MISSISSIPPI To Editor of the New Era, If you will allow me some space in your paper, I will give my Alabama friends an idea of Mississippi. Some have asked me to write them but I prefer to take this method of reaching all. I am well pleased with my new home. This is a fine farming country. We can grow anything here that can be grown there and with freat deal less labor than in the hills of Alabama. I do not wish to say anything against old Alabama for she has many advantages and especially good water which is a blessing to any country. The water here is not as good as you might think. The swamps and blue streams of Mississippi look tough to any Alabama man. It is some consolation to large tracts of fine, level, sandy, productive land and plenty of fine stock, cattle, fat hogs and a good deal of 15 cent cotton. The people here are very social and take a lively interest in schools and churches. I wish to say to those who want to go to Texas or Oklahoma to stop over in Mississippi and investigate this country before going further. I am a reader of your paper and enjoy very much reading letters from different parts of that county and state. Not long since I read a letter in your paper from Texas which was discouraged somewhat with that state. The write said they could built fences with rocks. We use brush and pine poles. He said he did not know his neighbor. Surely the good people over in Texas as not so selfish as all that. He must be homesick. I would say to that brother as he goes back to his old home in Alabama to stop over with us in Mississippi and go with us to all day singings, Sunday school and conventions, hard shell foot-washings, and he will get acquainted with people in a hurry. Best wishes to the New ear and it's many readers. F.M. Zaner ________ ARBACOOCHEE Arbachoochee is said to be one of the oldest towns in the state. Upward of 80 years ago the white man began his search at this historic place for gold. Not many years elapsed until it was a place of 5000 inhabitants and from her peaceful bosom has been taken $70,000. of gold and even now it wears the marks of better days, but her glory has departed. This immediate section is noted not only for its mineral resources but for its productive soil and its good and pure water and genial climate, its dense forest of priceless river. Just six miles north of this place is the great Iron Bridge that spans the silvery Tallapoosa winding its way to its home in the world of waters. Now to visit this place in spring time one would not fail to be charmed with it's beauties. The trees all clothes in their beautiful garments of green and the birds warbling their sweet notes in their green boughs of bliss as if sighing and pain were words unknown; beautiful flowers that language fails to describe defusing their rich perfome over hill and dale. To arise early in the morning in spring time when the nighten-gale is just making her last sweet notes your eyes glance upward toward the eastern sky and see the bright orb of day rising up gilding the eastern hills with its golden rays, we then faintly conceive what Eden was in the morning of creation. Five miles east of this place you can see the great Turkey Heaven Mountains standing in awful silence like some great Sentinal of Eternity, lifting its gray tops to mix with the eternal blue. It was to that lofty sumit where the feathered tribe would unplume their wings and bend their flight for refuge from the early hunters of Cleburne county. Ten miles southeast of here you come to the famous Copper Mines joining Randolph county, where her heaving bosom throbs with incalculated wealth, only waiting her turn to be developed. In the near future the A. and B.R.R. which is already being built, will be completed. Then the high places shall be brought low an the crooked places will be made straight and the hills of inconvenience shall be sunk to plains and all the sons of Cleburne shall rejoice for their redemption draweth nigh. J.P. Houston _____ LOCAL & PERSONAL News Hugh Johnson left Sunday night for Hugo, Oklahoma. __ J. Tom Boyd visited homefolks a day or two last week. __ Bring all of your huckleberries to the Heflin Cash Store. __ R.J. Williams spent Saturday in Atlanta. __ Four prisoners broke out of the city jail in Anniston on Monday night. __ Jacinth Carruth of Rosene, Miss., is visting his brother, Judge Carruth. __ Henry Mac Howle of Beason's Mill was in the city on Tuesday. __ Mrs. Dan Morris of Munford has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Olon Evans this week. __ S.P. Wallace of Pinetucky visited his daughter, Mrs. L.R. Wright a few days this week. __ E. F. Pesnell was in Heflin on Wednesday. __ ARBACOOCHEE News Last Sunday was decoration day at Wire's Chapel and a very large crowd attended. Most of the people spoke in memory of departed spirits while others drank freely of ardent spirits, but there was no bad conduct and everything went smoothe. They sang, ate, drank and thought on noble things. We regret to note the death of Mrs. David Denman on the farm of Michael Blake. She was seized with a pain in the head and neck and died in a few minutes. The people of the community extend to the family their deepest sympathy. _____ File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/al/cleburne/newspapers/gnw263newspape.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/alfiles/ File size: 19.6 Kb