Cleburne County AlArchives News.....Newspaper abstracts for JULY & AUGUST 1932 1932 ************************************************ 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: C Gravelle tealtree@comcast.net January 16, 2007, 10:46 pm The Cleburne News 1932 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEWS", Heflin, Cleburne County, Alabama for JULY and AUGUST 1932 NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, JULY 7, 1932 MR. CHANDLER PASSES The News learned of the death of James L. Chandler which occurred at the home of his son, C.L. Chandler at Tallapoosa. No details of his death was learned. Funeral and interment was at Harmony Primitive Baptist church near Abernathy last Friday. ---- OLD VETERANS Probate Judge Glasgow has been busy the last few days paying out pension warrants to Confederate Veterans and their widows. The Veterans of the War Between the States to receive $150. were: J.W. Farrell W.H. Gentry H.N. Gable J.A. Henry J.L. Roberts J.H. Scott S.F. Skinner W.H. Vaughan Widows who received $75. were: Mrs. N.E. Baughn Mrs. C.A. Brown Mrs. E.J. Bennett Mrs. M.E. Cain Mrs. V.C. Evans Mrs. W.R. Hunnicutt Mrs. N.E. Johns Mrs. W.J. Lovvorn Mrs. M.J. Payne Mrs. M.M. Porter Mrs. N.A.E. Robertson Mrs. E.D. Turner Mrs. S.M. Thrower Mrs. B.C. Vaughan Mrs. C.A. Whitehead Widows paid $45. were: Mrs. W.U. Almon Mrs. N.J. Carlton Mrs. S.J. Edwards Mrs. R.V. Hughey Mrs. F.F. Snow Mrs. N. Turner Mrs. A.A. Willingham Widows who drew $30. included: Mrs. S.J. Buchanan Mrs. W.H. Bryant Mrs. E.S. Bibbs Mrs. E. Haywood Mrs. E.F. Johnson Mrs. M.E. Mullalley Mrs. V. Owen Mrs. M. Riddle ------ SOUTH GEORGIA VISITORS HERE FOR THE FOURTH Mr. Asbury M. Jones and son John C., and daughter Miss Jeshurun Jones of Columbus, Ga., were the visitors of Mrs. John G. Jones of Heflin over the weekend and Mrs. Mollie Brannon of Iron City. Asbury, a boyhood friend of the editor, is employed by the Seaboard Air Line railroad in the Georgia city, with which company he has worked for the past 15 years. This editor and Asbury were school boys together at Bell Mills where he grew up on a farm, the son of Dr. and Mrs. A.C. Jones. Hope we'll meet again, Asbury. ---- TEXAS VISITORS HERE, MEETING OLD FRIENDS James H. Perkins and two sons Sylvan and Willie Perkins of Cass County, Texas and Harrison Armstrong of the same county and J.W. Armstrong of Hildalgo county, Texas, arrived in Heflin on Monday morning and will visit with relatives and friends for ten days or two weeks. J.W. who lives down on the border, reports corn selling at nine cents per bushel. Asked if they came through without any mishaps, J.W. replied, "yes, well, we had a little accident down in Texas when our car took a plunge through a "Bull Durham" sign." ----- LOCAL News According to late reports from the bedside of Mr. W.M. Striplin, prominent Beat 12 citizen, was to the effect that his condition is serious. Mr. Striplin, for the past two months, has been a great sufferer. We all hope and trust that his life may be spared. ---- IN MEMORY OF MISS EASTER BIBLE Easter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bible, was born April 7, 1912, and died at the age of 20 years, two months and six days. She joined the Baptist church at Micaville in August 1928 and had lived a quiet, model, christian life, worthy of imitation. Easter was a kind, obedient daughter, a loving sister and affectionate friend, admired by all who knew her. Although she greatly enoyed the association of young people, she had been deprived of mingling in their society for almost a year, being confined at home upon her sick bed. During those weary months, she was never heard to murmur or complain but was always patient and kind, bearing her affliction like a brave soldier. We cannot understand why God saw fit to take from our midst this sweet young life, just budding into young womanhood. However, we feel her short stay with us has strengthened our lives and caused us to live more consecratedly and determined to meet her in the sweet beyond, where sorrow and sad partings are no more. On Tuesday, June 14, Rev. J.P. Bean conducted her funeral in Micaville in the presence of a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends, after which the body was laid to rest in the cemetery at that place, to await the resurrection. A Friend. ----- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, JULY 14, 1932 FRUITHURST News Mrs. A.E. Owens died at her home here last Tuesday. The children have the community's sympathy. ---- LOUISIANA VISITORS HERE THIS WEEK Mr. and Mrs. J.E. DeFreese, Mr. Edwin DeFreese and Misses Mae and Lena DeFreese of Ruston, La., were visitors here this week, guests of Rev. G.W. Vaughan, W.H. Vaughan and other relatives. The party gave the Cleburne News a pleasant call in passing through. ---- LOCAL News Mr. and Mrs. Acy Norton (nee Opal Ledbetter) of Heflin, Ala., announce the birth of a daughter whom they have named Barbara Joan. Mrs. Norton and baby are at the home of Mrs. Norton's mother Mrs. Ida Ledbetter on west Clinton street in Huntsville. ---- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, JULY 28, 1932 PIONEER CITIZEN CALLED BY DEATH Funeral services for Mr. J.M. Reid, 83, widely known and beloved citizen of Cleburne county, who died at his home north of Edwardsville on Friday after an illness of three weeks, were held at Cane Creek Congregational church at 11 a.m. Saturday, the Rev. Theopolis Price and Rev. J.W. Patty officiating with interment in the Cane Creek cemetery. Surviving are the widow, a daughter Mrs. L.O. Barker of Fruithurst, and two sons, W.A. Reid of Chocolocco and T.J. Reid of Fruithurst, and a brother Rev. Geo. W. Reid of Naples, Texas. When we have been accustomed to fifty years to turn to those who saw the Southern boys march off to join the Army of the Confederacy in the fateful sixties, and glean from them of the valor and patriotism famed throughout the world, and realize that the book is closed and the pages sealed, we are filled with regret and sadness. We wonder why we never learned more when the opportunity was ours. Born and reared in Cleburne county, living here all his life, Mr. Reid was perhaps the most widely known citizen in the county, loved and honored by all. He will be missed. ------ MRS. JULIA BEASON PASSES AT SON'S HOME Mrs. Julia Beason passed away at the home of her son Dock Beason near Choccolocco, July 20th and was laid to rest in the Beason grave yard the following day, Owens & Co. in charge. Three daughters and one son survive. ----- MOVES TO ASHLAND Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Crumpton and family have moved to Ashland where they will make their future home. ---- FINAL RITES FOR W.M. STRIPLIN Widely Known Chulafinnee Citizen Passes Away After Long Illness "Time, in its never ceasing movement, is rapidly removing from among us those whose minds are clear on the events of the latter half of the century. When such a one has passed we are brought to know that another page has been removed from the history that carries us back to the glories that were of the Old South. When we have neglected to use and conserve from these wonderful sources of information that link up that history with the present, we have failed in our duty to ourselves and to those who follow." After an illness since May 3, Mr. William M. Striplin, 67 years old, died at his home in Beat 12, Friday night. In the passing of this splendid citizen, not only his family but the community in which he had lived all his life, the county sustained a serious loss. The funeral services were conducted at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the Chulafinnee Methodist church by the Rev. L.D. Tyson, pastor, and Rev. J.W. Grubbs, a long time friend and neighbor, both speaking words of praise to the memory of the deceased. Mr. Striplin had spoke to friends during his illness and great suffering, saying that he felt that he would not get well, but assured those about him that "all was well" with him. Mr. Striplin had served two years as tax collector and made a splendid record and at the time of his death was a member of the county board of jury commissioners. Besides the devoted wife, Mr. Striplin is survived by two brothers, John Striplin of Hico, Texas and Mark R. Striplin of Heflin; the daughters are, Mrs. E.W. Taylor and Miss Leta Striplin of Chulafinnee; sone son, Guida Striplin; four sisters, Mrs. Sue Holley of Seguine, Texas; Mrs. Mollie Stewart and Nannie Stewart both of Munford and Mrs. Esther Adams of Heflin. During his long illness he never lacked for attention on the part of his family and friends. As a token of his popularity some 800 to 1000 friends assembed at the church to pay their last tribute of respect to friend and neighbor. Peace to his memory. ----- CARD OF THANKS We take this method of thanking each and every one for the kindness and cheering words during the illness and death of our father and husband. The beautiful floral offering was a great aid in helping us bear our grief. We highly appreciate the sympathy shown us. May God's richest and fullest blessings be with each and every one. Mrs. W.M. Striplin and family ------ IN MEMORY OF W.T. HOWLE On the morning of July 17th, 1932, there came a gentle voice from Heaven, and the spirit of W.T. Howle answered the call at about 1 o'clock Sunday morning. A good christian man is with us no more; a kind husband and loving father has fallen asleep. To the gentle companion who is an invalid, and four sons and five daughters, we offer our deepest sympathy in this hour of sorrow, and point them to Jesus, our Redeemer, who became the "first fruits of them that slept." Now, to the family, we would say, "God moves in a mysterious way, his wonders to perform. He plants His footsteps on the sea and rides upon the storm." May God bless each member of the family and help them to say "Thy will be done, Heavenly Father." It won't be long before the parting will be over and God's Saints shall meet again...Oh, how sweet it will be, in that beautiful land, so free from all sorrow and pain; with songs on our lips and harps in our hands, to meet one another again. Mrs. E.S. Howell ----- BOY DROWNS IN TALLAPOOSA RIVER Newell, Ala., July 26th Roscoe B. New, age 16, attempting a Sinbad the Sailor act with his younger brother Curtis, taking the place of the old man of the seas, was drowned in the Tallapoosa River near here Monday afternoon. Curtis was rescued by a man named Swope who was nearly in a boat. The youth was attempting to swim across the river with the younger brother on his back. When he was exhausted, both were left helpless in midstream. As soon as the boy's body was recovered, efforts were made to rescusitate him by the prone system and a physican was called on the scene. Funeral services were held here Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock. ----- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, AUGUST 4, 1932 LAST RITES HELD FOR MRS. WAGER Citizen of Heflin were shocked Saturday morning at the sudden death of Mrs. Irene Wager, 58, which occurred in an Anniston hospital early Saturday. She was carried to Anniston Friday night following an attack of illness. She had been in declining health for the last six years and while her death was not wholly unexpected, her passing caused much sorrow to her loved ones. Funeral services were conducted Monday morning at the Baptist church here, Rev. G.B. Boman of Bowdon, Ga., officiating. Burial rites were in charge of Heflin Eastern Star, with impressive ceremonies. F.P. Owens & Co. was in charge of funeral arrangments. Mrs. Wager was the daughter of the late Dr. W.L. Pounds. She was born Feb. 22, 1873 and was married on Dec. 25, 1889. She joined the church at Lebanon and upon moving to Heflin 30 years ago, moved her letter here. Sometimes the secrets of the mystery called death we may know; and when our departed friend turned to the silent an unknown future, let us believe that she could rely with unfaulting faith upon that most impressive and momentous assurance ever delivered to the sons of men, "he that believeth on Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live; and he whosoever liveth and believeth in Me shall never die." Owing to the great distance, Marcus, Mrs. Johnson and Evelyn were unable to attend their mother's funeral. Pallbearers were Luther Denman, C.W. Wager, C.L. Wager, Earl Wager, Leo Humphreys, and Wm. Wood. Mrs. Wager is survived by the husband Dr. G.W. Wager; three sons, Marcus of New Jersey; Charles of Kansas City and Dudley of Atlanta; daughters, Mrs. Robert Coggin of Jacksonville, Fla.; Mrs. J.W. Vaughan of Cornersville, Tenn.; Mrs. Leo Humphreys of Atlanta and Mrs. Robert M. Johnson of San Francisco. The Cleburne News extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. ----- CARD OF THANKS Death, which knocks with equal force at the cottage door and the palace gate, has recently come into our midst and summoned the queen of our hearts to her mansion in the skies. In our deep sorrow, the unselfish thoughtfulness of friends had been demonstrated in every way possible. To them, to the physician faithfully attending her in her late and last illness; to the minister who officiated and to the others who participated at the last sacred rites and to those who dropped a beautiful flower upon her final earthly resting place, we are and will be indebted the rest of our days. May God forever be with you, one and all, is our fervent prayer. G.W. Wager and Children ----- IN MEMORY OF J.L. CHANDLER On May 3, 1932, the death angel came and called from us our dear husband and father, J.L. Chandler of Carroll county, Georgia. How sad it is here without you, dear one. He was 79 years old. He was sick only three weeks and how he suffered, no one knows. Why God saw fit to take him from us, we do not know. But some glad day we shall meet you in the land where pain and sorrow cannot enter and where there will always be peace and love. He was laid to rest at Salem church, eight miles north of Tallapoosa. Revs. Patty and Robinson officiated. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife and four sons, J.R. Chandler of College Park, Ga.; E. Chandler of Lebanon; J.T. Chandler of Arp, Texas and Ivan Chandler of Heflin. Pall bearers were H.C. Clackum, W.A. Moon, Asa Moon, Grady Wright, Clifford Smith and W.B. Johnson. Mrs. Maud Chandler, Waco, Georgia, Route 2 ----- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, AUGUST 11, 1932 LOUISIANA KIN VISIT ALABAMA Messrs. W.E. Hogan and Peter J. Edwards of Choudrant, La., after a pleasant visit with kin folks and friends in Cleburne, left Sunday afternoon for home, declaring their stay had been one of great pleasure. They were accompanied by Mrs. G.F. Hill, who , after stopping over in Louisiana for a few days, will go on to Texas where she will spend some time with children in her former home. Saturday in Heflin, W.A. Brown, W.I. Edwards, S.B. Edwards, B.T. Edwards and P.J. Edwards and W.E. Hogan, cousins, are grandsons of the following Edwards': Billie Edwards, Stephen Edwards, Peter Edwards, Lemuel Edwards and Joe Edwards with the exception of W.E. Hogan, a nephew. These old pioneers came to this county away back in the thirties when the Red man was roaming the hills of Alabama. ------ ALBERT CASWELL, 20, STABBED IN AFFRAY Albert Caswell, 20 years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Caswell, living two miles south of Edwardsville, was stabbed in the neck and slashed across the left arm on Saturday in an affray with Albert Greer of Edwardsville. Caswell was brought to Heflin and given medical attention by Dr. Wright. The wounds, while painful, are not thought to be dangerous. What brought on the row could not be learned. Both young men are well known in the Edwardsville community. A warrant sworn out against Greer by J.W. Caswell, an uncle of Albert Caswell, charging assault with intent to murder, was filed, and his bond set at $750. which was readily furnished. ----- MRS. ELIZA BENNETT, PIONEER, PASSES AT FRUITHURST Mrs. Eliza Bennett, 81, passed away at the home of her sons Jack and Frank Bennett at Fruithurst on Friday night and was laid to rest in the cemetery at Upper Cane Creek on Saturday. She was the widow of Green Bennett who preceeded her to the grave several years ago. She was a sister of the late R.F. and Dr. W.L. Pounds. ----- LOCAL News Rufus O. Hughes of San Francisco, Calif. who has been visiting his sister Mrs. Carl Dryden for the past two weeks, has returned home. --- BIRTHDAY DINNER IN HONOR OF GRANDMA BOBO On July 8th a surprise birthday dinner was given by Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Thompson to celebrate the 97th birthday of Grandma Bobo. By a misunderstanding there was not any of grandma's children present except Mrs. Thompson. But early in the morning grandchildren and people of the surrounding community began to arrive, bringing with them baskets, boxes and trunks filled with food of almost any kind you might mention, suitable for a king or queen. The morning hours were taken up bo social talk by all present. Everybody seemed to enjoy themselves to the fullest extent. Grandma has been blind for the last few years but you never hear her complain about her condition. She is still jovial as ever in disposition Nothing seems to give her more pleasure than to converse with friends and relatives of old times and the happenings of the country of the present day. About 11:30 it seemd that everybody began to study or talk about those baskets and boxes and in a few minutes the men and boys began carrying them down the hill to a long table prepared in a cool shade by the boys the week before for the occasion. When the food was all delivered the ladies began to spread it on the table while the men looked on, and by the time it was all spread you can imagine how we all were feeling. When dinner was announced everyone seemed to be ready and I think the meal time was the most enjoyable of the day. After dinner we all returned back to the house feeling very much refreshed by the delicious foods we had consumed and after a few social chats, the guests began to depart, wishing Grandma many more such birthdays. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Thompson and family Mr. and Mrs. J.B. F. Cheatwood and family Mr. and Mrs. Earl Thompson and family Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Thompson and family Mr. and Mrs. Houston Charles and family Mr. and Mrs. M.A. Banister and family Mr. and Mrs. Ed Day and family Mr. and Mrs. L.B. Edwards Mr. and Mrs. S.F. Blackstock C.J. Easterwood Mr. and Mrs. W.N. Easterwood Mrs. Ellis Williams and children Mrs. Gabrilla Owen and daughter Carrie Ruthie and Ruby Johnson Myrtis and Rheba Robinson There were 50 in all present. M.A. Banister ------ AGED CONCORD WOMAN LAID TO FINAL REST Mrs. W.H. Gentry, 87, died at the home last Saturday night after being in ill health the last four months. The funeral was conducted at Concord Baptist church on Sunday afternoon, Rev. P.P. Johnson and Rev. Mr. Caldwell officiating. Burial was made in the church cemetery, a large crowd of sorrowing relatives and friends being present. She joined the Baptist church some 60 years ago and was a member at Lebanon church 40 years and she will be missed in church affairs and in the community where she resided for years. Surviving are the good husband W.H. Gentry, two sons, Will and Luster; six daughters, Mrs. E.E. Grizzard, Mrs. J.C. Lanier, Mrs. Jonah Williams, Mrs. Will Grizzard, Mrs. J.C. Pounds and Mrs. Eber Thrasher and a large number of great-grandchildren and grandchildren. The Cleburne News extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. ----- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, AUGUST 18, 1932 PIONEER CLEBURNE WOMAN PASSES AWAY Mrs. E.J. Bennett of Fruithurst died August 5th at 8 p.m. She was born January 10, 1844 at Abernathy and was a daughter of the late Newborn Pounds. She was married to L.G. Bennett in 1865 and was the mother of 13 children, ten of whom are now living, six sons and four daughters, and all are residents of Cleburne county except one son who lives in Oklahoma. Mrs. Bennett was 89 years old and had been a resident of the county all her life. She lived an exemplary life and had many friends and relatives throughout the state who will mourn for her. She had been sick for about three months and was helpless, but her mind was always bright and clear. Her devoted children have the sincere sympathy of all who knew them for they were all by her bedside when she died, and will miss her greatly. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Wiggins and interment was at Cane Creek. ---- LUTHER OWEN KILLED MONDAY Luther Owen, 41, was killed almost instantly Monday afternoon when hit by Southern freight train No. 55, on the trestle a short distance west of Edwardsville. It was thought by trainmen that Owen, who was sitting on the edge of the trestle, was asleep and did not hear the warning blast of the locomotive whistle. The body was brought to Heflin and turned over to F.P.Owens Co. for burial. He is survived by his widow, five children, his parents Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Owen, and brothers and sisters. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday at Cane Creek Primitive Baptist church, one mile west of Edwardsville, with interment in the church cemetery. MR. D.W. PEACE BURIED MONDAY Funeral services for Mr. D.W. Peace, 71, father of Mrs. R.N. McMurray of Heflin, were held at Douglasville on Monday following an illness of about two months, the Masonic Fraternity of that place being in charge. Mr. Peace, who was born in Crofford, Miss. in 1861, had been with the Southern Railway for 45 years. Mr. Peace is survived by his widow and five children, two sons and three daughters; Mr. Will Peace of Athens, Ga., Mr. Charlie Peace of Atlanta, Ga., Mrs. S.O. York of Atlanta, Ga., Mrs. Frank Winn of Douglasville and Mrs. R.N. McMurry of Heflin. Mr. Peace was one of the Southern Railways most popular and trusted employees and was held in the highest esteem by all who knew him. Mrs. McMurray has the sincere sympathy of her friends in the death of her father. ----- NINTH ANNUAL REUNION AT REV. R.L. SKINNER'S Saturday, July 30th, marked the ninth reunion held at the home of Rev. R.L. Skinner by the members of the Pinetucky church and community. About 9:30 they began arriving with happy faces and warm hand clasps, which spoke more than words of the great love in their hearts for each other. About 11:00 Bro. Skinner arrived in wet pants and sock feet caused from having baptised 19 members into Smyrna church, and not taking time to change clothing fearing Sidney Hand and Simon Perkins would eat all the chicken. Of course as usual, Will Smith came by Heflin wand was two hours late, as is Will's yearly custom. At noon a beautiful table was spread under the shade and oh, my, such eats of fried chicken, cakes, pies and almost everything eatable. All gathered around and Bro. Skinner approached the throne of God with a humble prayer of thanksgiving. There were a few vacant places which can never be filled. All missed the lovely presence of the mother of the home, Mrs. Skinner, who always welcomed the people to her home, on that day. In the afternoon, all enjoyed the ice cream and lemonade. Emory Merrill just vowed it was possible for him to enjoy a full freezer in the syrup cane all by his "lonesome." Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Will Smith Mrs. J.W. Hanvey and children Mr. and Mrs. S.E. Perkins and family Mr. and Mrs. Emory Merrill and family Mr. and Mrs. S.J. Hand and family Mrs. Jessie Allen and children Mrs. Pearl Neal Beason and baby Joe Merrill Sylvan Beny Hill Mr. and Mrs. Loyd Skinner and family Mr. and Mrs. Lander White Mr. and Mrs. D.W. White and son Rev. R.L. Skinner and Clara Skinner ------ NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, AUGUST 25, 1932 LOCAL News Dawson Owen returned to his home in Burkbunette, Texas after spending the summer with relatives and friends of Cleburne county. ----- BIRTHDAY DINNER HONORING OLD CITIZEN "Uncle" S.K. Clayton, 86 years old, one of the best known and greatly beloved citizens of the county, was given a birthday dinner by Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Dryden of Beat 8, and given a royal good time by relatives and friends, those present being Uncle Joe Roberts, 92, and Aunt Sophia his good wife; J.M. Beggs, 85 and his good companion, with dozens of others. A table 28 feet in length was set up and at the dinner hour was loaded down with all kinds of choice eatables, 68 having had dinner in honor of Uncle Kimsey's birthday. Large delegations came in the afternoon to pay their respects to this good man. The Cleburne News extends to Mr. Clayton best wishes on his 86th birthday. ----- FORMER CLEBURNEITE WRITES OF OTHER DAYS ( W.H. HOWLE) Venus, Texas, Aug. 8th Recently I have received copies of the Cleburne News , one announcing the death of my cousin W.T. Howle; the other the death of J.M. Reid, both old timers. It afforded me much pleasure to read the write-ups of the different subscribers in your valuable paper, more especially those of D.S. Baber whom I have known so long. I am well aware of the fact that many of the old mile-posts are down and gone that were standing when I left there almost 39 years ago. I well remember the days of the Densons and the many melodious old songs they used to sing from the old Sacred Harp. Well, I suppose you are aware of the fact that I lost my wife by death the 28th of June. She was the daughter of the late S.W. Harlan. She died in Terrell, Texas in a hospital and is buried here at Venus by the side of my first wife, who was a daughter of the late J.T. Rusk and wife, then residents of Chulafinnee. I was 83 years old at my last birthday and have went through the meandering scenes of life since I came to Texas, and am spared yet, for some purpose, for what purpose I do not know, but I am waiting for my Maker to call and I shall be ready. I would love to visit back in Alabama again and attend some of the all day singings. Love to all, W.H. HOWLE ------ IN MEMORY OF MRS. LIGON J. MORRISON Rilma L., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Purse Currie and wife of Ligon J. Morrison, was born Nov. 8, 1897 and departed this life July 15, 1932, age 34 years, eight months and 12 days. She joined the Missionary Baptist church at Hepzibah at the age of 14 years and has since lived a model christian life, giving liberally of her means and talent where needed most for the upbuilding of christian society. On Dec. 3, 1916 she was happily married to Ligon J. Morrison. To this union God gave three precious children, Violet, Theo and Gerald. We cannot understand why God saw fit to take from the home this precious wife and mother who meant so much to husband and children, one whose life was so useful and full of bright hopes for the future. While we are wondering with hearts so saddened, we fancy the gates of heaven ajar and there amidst the great angelic throng, we behold her a bright, shining angel, beckoning us to come to that beautiful home above, where all is joy, peace and love. A Friend. ------ CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends and relatives for their expression of love and sympathy shown us in the death and burial of our beloved wife and mother; the Wedowee Choir for the lovely music rendered; the ministers for their many expressions of comfort, sympathy, love and hope to console us in this sad hour; the undertakers and the pallbearers and all who rendered loving ministrations. We especially thank our friends for the beautiful flowers and those who so beautifully arranged the church with flowers. Ligon J. Morrison and children ------ IN MEMORY OF OUR GRANDMOTHER (Mrs. W.H. GENTRY) On August 6, the death angel visited the home of our dear grandfather Mr. W.H. Gentry and took his beloved companion home to heaven. Grandmother was born November 30, 1844 and departed this life August 6, 1932. She had been ill for about three months but she put her trust in Jesus and bore the pains patiently. She always had a friendly smile and welcome for those who came near the bedside. Grandmother was a member of the Baptist church for sixty years. For forty years she was a member at Concord. She was laid to rest in the cemetery of that church she had served so long and faithfully. She was an active churchworker and devoted her life to the welfare of her community, church and family. She was a faithful wife and mother to the end and her loved ones are grieved to part with her. We can only live to meet her in the home above. Grandmother always found time to visit those who were sick in the neighborhood. She always found a bright welcome because of her cheerful disposition. She was willing and ready to lend a helping hand to those in trouble and many have been comforted by her kind words of cheer. Her life was one of toil and trouble but she looked onward and was happy in making others happy. Those who knew Grandmother Gentry feel assured she made peace with her Savior long ago and she followed in his footsteps so closely, that now she has a better home with Him and free from sorrow and pain. She will be greatly missed in her home and community, for those who knew her loved her. It is hard to give up our dear Grandmother, who has been a blessing to us, but God knows best and it will make heaven brighter and make us strive harder to reach that home where we shall part no more. She left her aged husband, eight children and many grandchildren to mourn for her. We must remember that she is at rest with Jesus and happy in His eternal life. Some glad day we'll join her and behold again the sweet smiling face of our loved one. A Granddaughter CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends for the kind deeds and floral offerings during the sickness and death of our wife and mother. May God's richest blessing rest upon each and every one. Mr. W.H. Gentry Mr. and Mrs. Jonas Wilson Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Gentry Mr. and Mrs. E.E. Grizzard Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Lanier Mr. and Mrs. Willie Grizzard Mr. and Mrs. Luther Gentry Mr. and Mrs. Eber Thrasher Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Pounds ------ CARD OF THANKS On the 9th morning of January last, just before day, I fell off a foot log into the cold water, bursting my thigh bone all to pieces and after lying in the water about 40 minutes, I crawled out and Manse Campbell heard my cries and came to me. I was taken to a hospital in Anniston where I staid two weeks, when I was taken to the county home where I staid three months. I had a wife and four children not able to make a living. Cleburne county paid by bill at Anniston; Cleburne county paid my expense at the county home and Cleburne's Red Cross helped to look after my wife and children. The only way I know to thank you is to let others know what you have done for me. Marcellous Payne ------ LOCAL News Mr. and Mrs. John H. West and son Edward of Boon, Miss., have been visiting relatives in Cleburne county and in Polk County, Georgia. ---- H. Hewett, an inmate of the Calhoun county Home at Jacksonville, whose body was found in the mountains near Fort McClellan on Sunday, was a former citizen of Cleburne county. A coroner's jury returned a verdict of "death at the hands of unknown parties." ----- Mrs. Margaret Cook and Mrs. C.F. Dodson left Monday morning for Birmingham, being called there on account of the serious illness of Mr. J.L. York, the latter's father. ---- MORRISON - LEWIS On Thursday, August 11, Mr. S.D. Lewis of Wehadkee in Randolph county and Mrs. Lee Morrison were happily married at the home of the bride's brother Mr. J.W. Bain at Morrison's Chapel in north Randolph. Rev. Quincy Amberson performed the ceremony. The groom is a prosperous farmer and prominent church man and Mason. The bride is a native of Cleburne county and is a most lovable and intelligent lady. We wish for them much joy and happiness through life. ----- TEXAS VISITORS RETURN HOME Mr. and Mrs. T.B. Cashen who have been the guests of the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Z.H. Anderson in east Cleburne for the past two weeks, passed through Heflin on Friday enroute home. Mr. Cashen is a native Texas but in 1917 came to Cleburne county, later returning to the Lone Star state, 12 years ago. He is engaged in the oil business in Hardin county. "I'll be back to see the Cleburne people at least once a year", Mr. Cashen said in taking his leave by automobile for his Texas home. ----- WEST ALABAMIANS RETURNED HOME W.H. Dempsy, A.B. Ezzell and J. Roy Hester of Bell Green, Franklin county, after a pleasant visit with Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hooper of Fruithurst and Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Baber of Heflin, left for Henry county where they will visit before returning home. The visitors declared they received a most cordial welcome in Cleburne and expect to come back at some future day. ---- File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/al/cleburne/newspapers/newspape1269gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/alfiles/ File size: 33.5 Kb