Cleburne County AlArchives News.....Newspaper abstracts for NOV. 1934 November 1934 ************************************************ 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 22, 2007, 4:17 pm The Cleburne News November 1934 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEWS", Heflin, Cleburne County, Alabama for NOVEMBER 1934 NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 1, 1934 MRS. BARNETT FREE IN FATAL SHOOTING; Woman Tells Officers That she Killed her Husband in Self Defense Heflin, Ala., Oct. 27 Mrs. Helen Barnett, 24, Cleburne county farm wife, was under surveillance by peace officers tonight following a family row which culminated in the fatal shooting of her husband, Charlie Bennett, age 34, with a single barrel shot gun. Sheriff W.I. Owen said that Mrs. Barnett who was beaten in the row, was unable to be brought to jail here and that she was left at home under the surveillance of his officers. According to statements made by Mrs. Barnett to the sheriff, she fired on her husband after he struck her several times and had threatened her life and the lives of their four children. One of the older children, the Sheriff said, substantiated the story told by Mrs. Barnett. The woman told the sheriff that her husband apparently was crazed and that he beat her and attempted to beat the children. The shooting occurred at the Barnett home near the Georgia line north of Muscadine. Heflin, Ala., Oct. 29 Mrs. Helen Barnett is free Monday in connection with the fatal shooting of her husband Charlie Barnett in Beat 3 early Saturday night at the home four miles north of Muscadine. An investigation by Deputy Solicitor E. Burns Parker and Sheriff W L. Owen resulted in the officers withdrawing the murder warrent and the woman was allowed to return to her home. Mrs. Barnett said she shot her husband after he had severely beaten her, threatening to kill her and the four children. She said he fired at Louise, age 8. Barnett died within ten minutes after being struck in the stomach by a load of shot fired from a 12 gauge shot gun at point blank range. He is survived by his widow and four children; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Barnett and three sisters. Pallbearers were Carl Goebel, Arthur Bentley, Hoyt Harris, Kenneth Bentley, Ivey Bowling and Dave Brooks. Funeral services for Barnett were conducted from Muscadine church at 2 p.m. Sunday, the Rev. Mr. Wiggins of Fruithurst officiating. Burial was made in the church cemetery, Owens in charge. ------ IN MEMORY OF EVERETT SANFORD On Friday afternoon, October 12, Everett Sanford departed from this life; he had been in declining health for several months but had been confined to his room for about two weeks when death came. He bore his sufferings with great patience, saying he was trusting in God to see him through. It was so hard to say goodbye to him but he is free from all pain and cares of this life. Although we cannot understand why he was taken from us so young, we feel that God had some purpose and that He never makes a mistake and that if we are faithful to God, we will meet our loved ones some bright morning where there'll be no more sad partings. Everett's friends were numbered by the score, for to know him was to love him; he was always the same, having a smile for everyone with whom he came in contact; he was always willing to lend a hand in the time of need. Besides his parents, he is survived by one sister, Mrs. Andrew Jarrells of Borden Springs and two brothers, Reuben of Tallapoosa, Ga. and Joseph of Borden Springs and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were held at Camp Creek church on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 13 with Rev. A.T. Warmack conducting the services. Edna Putnam ----- DEATH OF A BABY BOY On last Friday morning at 11 o'clock, a bright little light went out of the home of Mr. and Mrs. M.L. McElroy of near Hightower. While we sorrow the loss of the little boy, the angels rejoice over the gain. Little M. was only two years, four and one half months old. God needed a rosebud to be among the full bloomed flowers so He took the baby away. Malachi suffered from diptheria but he seemed to bear it patiently. The funeral was conducted Saturday morning at Crumbley Chapel, Rev. Mr. Ball in charge of the services, followed by other good talks. Pallbearers were Hullon Preston, Arthur Ball, Henry Phillips, Elson Williamson. Malachi left to mourn his death his parents; two sisters, one grandfather, one grandmother and a host of relatives. Weep not for he is in heaven. Let us be prayful and be ready to meet him when God says "come." Myrtle Stewart ----- BIRTHDAY DINNER Mrs. Lena Merrill of near Micaville celebrated her birthday last Sunday, Oct. 21. Great interest was manifested in the gathering of the children as they all came, each bringing a present for mother. The table was soon covered with nice presents. At 12 o'clock a most bounteous dinner was spread on a long table under the shade trees. The table was laden with everything eyes could wish for, while at the table a picture was made of the family. After dinner the crowd gathered in the living room to enjoy talking of by-gone days and the many blessings which they had enjoyed. Soon the sun began to sink behind the clouds in the west and we all realized it was time to return home. We all departed feeling happy that we had lived to see that happy day. We trust and pray that we may have the pleasure of attending many more birthdays at home with mother. As all children should love mother and to show their love and bring each other closer together, the 21st of October is set each year for a birthday dinner. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher Traylor and daughter Ruth of Pine Hill Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Traylor Merrill, Horace and Lena Anne of Carrollton, Ga. Mr. and Mrs. Emory Merrill, Tom L., Carl and Harold of Micaville Mr. and Mrs. Willie Merrill of Beason's Mill Mr. and Mrs. Alta Traylor of Swagg Miss Lizzke Mae Merrill and Horace Merrill of Atlanta Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Traylor of Pine Hill Miss Edna Cook of Atlanta Curtis Bibles of Beason's Mill Wilma and Earline Williamson of Swagg ----- (NOTE: The newspaper issue of November 8th, 1934 was not filmed for this microfilm roll) NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 15, 1934 FRUITHURST News Several from here attended the funeral of E.H. Vance's father who died at his home in Tallapoosa on Saturday. --- COLE HAS TOO MANY WIVES Jasper, Cole, 25, is in the Cleburne county jail on the charge of having too many wives. Cole was arrested at Edwardsville by Sheriff Owen and Deputy Prestridge and brought to jail here Sunday. His bond has been set at $1,000. Cole, it is said, has a wife and a child at Brutton, Ala. ----- IN MEMORY In memory of Mother, Mrs. Fannie Morgan Smith, who died Nov. 9, 1904. A son, J. Ester Smith ---- SURPRISE BIRTHDAY DINNER On Sunday morning, Oct. 28th, a large crowd of relatives slipped in on Mrs. E.E. Grizzard of Waco, Ga., to honor her on her 61st birthday. All who went, carried plenty of good eats and grandmother fixed more. The table was filled to overflowing, but when everyone was through eating, there were many empty places on the table. There were 22 persons present. Grandmother has seven sons and six daughters, all being present except one son. Those enjoying the dinner were: Mr. and Mrs. H.S. Grizzard, four children and son-in-law Loyd West Mr. and Mrs. Euell Grizzard and two children Mr. and Mrs. Carl Clayton and son Mrs. J. L. Cunningham and five children Mr. and Mrs. Bill McCrary Mr. and Mrs. Neal Grizzard and three children Carl Grizzard and five children Mr. and Mrs. E.E. Grizzard, Alton, Buren, Era and Addie Lou Grizzard EIler Mae Luallen I. Jackson After dinner more people came and after singing a while we made some pictures and started for our respective homes, wishing grandmother many more happy birthdays. A Granddaughter ----- BORDEN SPRINGS News Nov. 12 Last Tuesday afternoon, a large crowd met at the Church of Christ here to pay their last respects to Miss Willie Putnam, 19, of Allendale, S.C. Willie was well known in this community and had a host of friends who are grieved over her death. She was a member of the Church of Christ, having obeyed the gospel call some two years ago at the Moreland Avenue church of Christ in Atlanta. She is survived by two sisters Mrs. S.T. McDaniel and Mrs. Victor Sassinet of Anniston, two brothers, Thurston and Dennis of Atlanta, several aunts and uncles and a number of other relatives. Services were conducted by Rev. McPherson of Atlanta. ----- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 22, 1934 WILKES FUNERAL IS AT RESIDENCE Heflin, Ala., Nov. 17 Funeral services for J.H.M. Wilkes, who died at his home near Fruithurst on Wednesday, were conducted from the residence Thursday afternoon. He was 72 years of age. Surviving are the widow, ten children and 20 grandchildren. Mr. Wilkes had been a member of the Camp Creek Church for 50 years. He was born and reared in Cleburne county. The Rev. Grady Finley officiated at the funeral services. ---- FUNERAL, BURIAL AT HARMONY Anniston, Ala., Nov. 17 Funeral services for Mrs. W.O. Bentley, 22, who died Thursday afternoon in a local hospital following an illness of several days, were conducted at Harmony Baptist church on Friday by Rev. T.D. Stovall. Interment was in the church cemetery with White in charge. Mrs. Bentley is survived by her husband W.O. Bentley; two sons, Lee and Ralph; a daughter Flossie; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. V.L. Brice of Able; a brother William Brice of Bowdon, Ga., and three sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Gidley and Misses Jewel and Aileen Brice of Able. ---- 10 YEAR OLD BOY IS CHAMPION CORN RAISER Lindsey, the 10 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Crosson of the Macedonia community, gathered 4,310 pounds of corn off one acre of bottom land, it was learned Monday. The ears were slipped-shucked and the young boy planted seed of the McCaghren variety. The Cleburne News believes Lindsey to be the champion corn raiser in the county. ----- GONE, BUT NOT FORGOTTON MRS. CANTRELL Mrs. Annie Baker of Macedonia brought to The News office last Thursday a small piece of cake that was baked by her mother, Mrs. N.E. Cantrell, 26 years ago. "There was no occasion for my saving the slice of cake", Mrs. Baker said, " I merely wrapped it up and put it in a small box and it kept all these years, but it had dried out, and, of course was not fit to eat." Mrs. Cantrell, now deceased, was at the home of Mrs. Baker who was slightly ill at the time, and the former just decided she would bake a cake along with food prepared for dinner. Mrs. Baker said she prized very highly the piece of cake, and which she carried back with her to her home, after showing it to a representative of The Cleburne News. Mrs. Cantrell, who was a most valued subscriber to The News for more than 17 years, was the widow of M.C. Cantrell, Confederate Veteran, and who joined General Lee's hosts in heaven about 30 years ago. The former joined her husband in that Home beyond the Skies, June 29, 1928. She was before her marriage Miss Ellen Couch, aunt of The News good friend, J.W. Couch of east Cleburne. Of a large family of boys and girls only one sister of Mrs. Cantrell survive; Mrs. Sarah Skinner, 84 years old and widow of Uncle Bill Skinner, another Veteran of the War Between the States. Mrs. Cantrell's living children are: Mrs. Dora Thompson of Tallapoosa, Ga. W.M. Cantrell of Carrollton, Ga. Mrs. Tine Farlow of Macedonia J.P. Cantrell of Bell Mills Mrs. Jane Padgett of Auburn, Ga. D.H. Cantrell of Little Rock, Ark. T.T. Cantrell of Hightower Mrs. Annie Baker of Macedonia, who with her husband and family, lives in the house where she was born. ------ LAST RITES HELD FOR SCHOOL GIRL Last rites for Miss Reba Day, 16 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Day of Macedonia, were conducted from Macedonia Baptist church Saturday afternoon. The Rev. Mr. Caldwell of Bowdon, Ga., officated and interment was made in the church cemetery. Less than ten days ago the young woman contracted a slight cold while waiting in the rain for a school bus which was to take her to school and late Wednesday was taken suddenly ill, which attending physicians said was double pneumonia. Thursday she assured her parents she was feeling all right. She died Friday night. Miss Day was a member of the Macedonia Junior High School and was popular with her teachers and school mates. Besides her parents she is survived by three brothers, Ralph, Raynard and Homer. ----- BIRTHDAY DINNER Mrs. M.E. Cain of near Mt. Peron, celebrated her 90th birthday on Thursday, Nov. 15, which was greatly enjoyed at the noon hour; to her great surprise, neighbors and friends began coming in with well filled baskets. A long table was spread with everything eyes could wish to see. The birthday cake with 90 pink candles was lit and everyone seated and standing around the table. While at the table, pictures were made of all present. We wish her many more happy birthdays. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Cain and family of near Tallapoosa, Ga. Miss Bessie Cain Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Cain Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Vaughan Mr. and Mrs. E.F. Alewine Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Vaughan Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Pilgrim Mrs. Josie Grimes Rev. G.A. Finnell of Bremen, Ga. Mrs. Berry of Tallapoosa, Ga. Mrs. George Vaughan, Fruithurst, Rt. 1 ----- 2 COUPLES ARE WED RECENTLY Anniston, Ala., Nov. 17 Coleman Shaddix and Grace Sprayberry and W. Shaddix and Eva Sprayberry were united in marriage in a double ceremony at the home of the Rev. G.C. Shaddix near Delta on Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. The grooms, whose homes are in Anniston, are cousins. The brides likewise are cousins, their homes being in the Delta community. The couples will reside in Anniston. ---- SWIFT JUSTICE IN COURT ON MONDAY On Saturday night about 10 o'clock, Arthur Forrester killed Jim Huff in Beat 1. About 10 o'clock Saturday night, John Adams, a negro, killed Henry Relford in Beat 8. Both men were arrested and put in jail before daylight on Sunday morning. These events were called to Judge Merrill's attention Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock. He issued a special call to the grand jury which was summoned Sunday afternoon by efficient work of Sheriff W.I. Owen's office. The grand jury convened at 9 a.m. Monday and by 10 o'clock had returned five true bills, among them being bills against the two men accused of murder. By 11 o'clock, the petit jury had sentenced Forrester to life imprisonment in the penitentiary for killing Huff, and John Admas had received life for killing Relford. Mack Crook, a negro, recently brought back from California has received life for killing Frank Edmondson in 1931 and Jasper Cole received from six to seven years on a charge of Bigamy. At 1:30 p.m., Alfred Garner received a five year sentence for manslaughter in the first degree and was put on probation upon the payment of $5. per week to the widow, Mrs. John Dunn, of the man he killed in a truck collision here recently. ----- IN MEMORY OF MRS. ELIZABETH HOWLE On October 4, 1934, there fell to sleep, the weary, tired body of Mrs. Elizabeth Howle, who had been sick for a number of years. Sister Howle was born on the 19th day of July, 1863. She was therefore 71 years, two months and 15 days old at the time of her death. When she was 18 or 19 years of age, she was happily married to W.T. Howle with whom she lived in peace and happiness till the time of his death some two or three years ago. In early life she professed the religion of Christ and became a member of the Missionary Baptist church. She remained a member until her death. Sister Howle came of good family, being the daughter of S.H. Harlan, one of the leading citizens of the county. Her mother was a daughter of Tom Blake, a pioneer citizen of south Cleburne. She was a true, devoted wife, an ideal mother, a fine neighbor, a devoted christian. What more could we say? She said, " I am ready to go." Sister Howle was the mother of ten children, five boys and five girls. All of whom are now living except one little boy who died in infancy. There are now living four boys and five girls and surely, there never was a more loyal and faithful set of children than these. I feel sure that the good Lord will bless these children as they were so faithful to their parents. Sister Howle has gone on to her home beyond the skies to be reunited with her husband and little boy and to await the coming of her children as they are called away from this world one by one. Children, make ready to meet your mother again. "Where those who meet shall part no more and those long parted meet again." Her sufferings which were great, are passed; her crown has been won; her trials o'er; her joys are infinite and eternal. God bless the children. Her ex-pastor, G.B. Boman ------ IN MEMORY OF MRS. VERSIE FORD In memory of our dear mother, who died Oct. 3, 1934 at 7 o'clock p.m. God called her home as He had a vacant place in Heaven for her, and she was one He chose for her to fill. How we miss her here, but we know that she has gone on to where there is no more sorrow or pain. Mother was kind to everybody whom she met and she lived a christian life and was a child of God. Oh, what a lonely home we now have without mother to help raise the little children left behind, but we shall try to teach them to live like mother would have them live. Mother is gone, but not forgotton, and we miss her sweet voice singing, when she was here with us and the sweet prayers we heard from her lips. But we know she is at home with her relatives and friends who have gone on before, and we shall live and meet her one of these sweet days. She was ready to go and a smile was on her lips as she passed from this to that other world beyond the grave. She is survived by her husband, 10 children, four step-daughters, two brothers, four sisters and her father, to mourn her death. We know she can't come back to us, but we can live so as to go to her in that sweet by- and- by. We feel now that we have no friend since mother was called home, and we feel that mother is the only a friend a child ever had; we loved her dearly; it was so hard to give her up. No other one can take the place of mother, and some day we will meet her at God's throne. Her oldest daughter, Miss Bill Ford, Doe Run, Ga. ----- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 29, 1934 MRS. SMITH IS LAID TO REST Muscadine, Ala., Nov. 19 Mrs. Winfred Smith, age 58, died Thursday, Nov. 8 after an illness of several months. She was born and raised near Muscadine and lived here most of her life. She was a true, loving wife and mother and was loved by all who knew her, but God needed an Angel in Heaven and she was the one of His choice. She is survived by her husband C.W. Smith, four sons, Roy, Hugh, Earl and Eugene Smith all of Muscadine; four daughters, Mrs. Letha Brown, Mrs. Gertrude Self and Miss Ruth Smith, of Muscadine and Mrs. Belle Roberts of Anniston. Funeral services were held at Friendship church, Rev. Levi Bates officiating. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness during the sickness and death of our beloved wife, mother and sister, especially those who furnished flowers and cards. C.W. Smith Earl Smith Eugene Smith Miss Ruth Smith Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Brown Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Roberts Mr. and Mrs. W.M. Self Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Smith Mrs. Emma Martin ------ McWHORTER IS GIVEN SURPRISE A surprise birthday dinner was given M.F. McWhorter, a former Cleburne county sheriff on Sunday, Nov. 18 at his home near Oak Level. In remembrance of his 76th birthday anniversary, Nov. 21, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, numbering 62, met at the home on Sunday before, except two sons, Henry and M.F. Jr. of Birmingham. A good time was reported. Uncle Millard boasts of 126 living relatives in Cleburne county and other parts of the state. Sixty-four of his kin did not attend the big dinner, he told The Cleburne News on Saturday. ----- COOK RITES HELD LAST FRIDAY; Widely Known Primitive Baptist Minister Passes at His Home Bowdon, Ga., Nov. 24 Elder T.A. Cook, a pioneer citizen of the west side of Carroll county, passed away peacefully at his country home west of Bowdon, on Wednesday night at 8:05 o'clock, after a long illness. Not only his family but the entire community will feel the shock and mourn, over the passing of this good man. Besides his wife, he leaves four daughters and six sons to mourn his passing. The bereaved family has the deepest sympathy of the entire community. Funeral services were held at Poplar Springs church on Friday at 11 a.m. Elder L.H. Burson and Elder Monk of Anniston preached the services. ----- THOLLY JONES JAILED IN JORDAN SHOOTING Tholly Jones, 50 years old, was arrested Saturday night near Oak Level on a charge of shooting Warner Jordan about three weeks ago. Jordan was carried to a Villa Rica hospital and later removed to Atlanta. Jones, who was out on parole by Judge W.B. Merrill on a liquor charge, will be sent to Kilby Prison. Sheriff Owen and Deputy Sheriff Tom Prestridge arrested Jones at his home. ---- FINAL RITES FOR B.B. WHITE Funeral services for B.B. White, 74, pioneer Cleburne countian, who died Wednesday night at the home of a daughter in Anniston, were conducted at 2 p.m. Friday from Macedonia Baptist church, with the Rev. G.L. Hicks of Ranburne officiating. Burial was made in the church cemetery. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Leona White and three sons, W.M., John and E.B. of near old Hopewell; Mrs. M.C. Stovall of Anniston; Mrs. Henry Clay of Macedonia; Mrs. H.M. Spivey of near Oxford; Misses Bertha and Dorothy White of near Old Hopewell. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank all our neighbors and friends for their many deeds of kindness and expressions of sympathy so abundantly shown in connection with the illness and death of our beloved husband and father. We are also grateful for the many floral offerings. Mrs. B.B. White and family ------- JUDGE J.T. KAYLOR DIED IN ATLANTA THURSDAY News reached Wedowee on Thursday that Judge John T. Kaylor was dead. He was carried from his home at Graham to Atlanta a few days ago for treatment and passed away at a hospital in that place. Judge Kaylor was one of the county's best known and most beloved citizens. He served one term as probate judge and also represented this county one term in the legislature. He was a fine citizen and his death is mourned by many friends thoughout the county. He was as member of the Baptist church and a leader in the Sunday school until his health failed a few years ago and gave liberally of his time and means to the different causes in the church work. Funeral services will be held today at Camp Grounds cemetery near Graham. A large crowd is expected to attend and pay tribute to this distinguished citizen. The deceased is survived by his widow and two sons, J.H. Kaylor of Graham and S.D. Kaylor of Atlanta. The Wedowee Press, Nov. 23. ----- LETTER TO THE EDITOR, From Jesse H. Otwell of Lenox, Ga. Nov. 19, 1934 Dear Editor, I wish to say that the 17 days we spent in Cleburne county and north Georgia were like home-coming to us, and best of all, we found everybody in good health, although old age is creeping upon us all; looking into the faces of so many people I have known all my life, I could see that age was changing their faces. On Sept. 23 we had a birthday dinner at the home of J.A. Batchelor. Lindsey Batchelor and my little girl had a joint birthday dinner, the former being 28 years old and Avis Otwell was 12. Everybody seemed to enjoy the dinner. The table was out on the porch loaded with good, old Alabama rations; everything just suited to my taste and I think we all gained a few pounds. Thirty-two persons were present to enjoy the repast. Mr. and Mrs. Batchelor were so happy to see all their children and grandchildren, sons-in-law and daughter-in-law at home again and all in good health. After dinner we spent the afternoon talking of things that had passed and of things of the future and the "coming of Jesus". Ed, pay me a visit and we will slip off and get a nice mess of catfish and an alligator for you a souvenir. At this writing my family is enjoying the best of health and hope all in Cleburne are enjoying the same blessing. From an old Cleburne countain, Jesse H. Otwell ----- FARLOW BURIAL HELD MONDAY Funeral services for James C. Farlow, age 36, who died suddenly at his home in Montevallo last Saturday morning, were conducted at Union Hill Methodist church Monday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. Mr. Kitchens officiating. Burial was made in the church cemetery, Owens of Heflin in charge. He had lived in Montevallo for a number of years. He is survived by his widow and five children of Montevallo; his mother and three brothers of Hightower. Pallbearers were W.E. Street, J.H. Chapman, V.D. Seale, Bartle Cook, G.T. 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