Cleburne County AlArchives News.....Newspaper abstracts for NOVEMBER 1937 November 1937 ************************************************ 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 February 11, 2007, 7:46 pm The Cleburne News November 1937 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEWS", Heflin, Cleburne County, Alabama for NOVEMBER 1937 NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 4, 1937 PUTMAN FUNERAL AT NEW BETHEL Borden Springs, Ala., Oct. 29 George E. Putnam, age 76, prominent north Cleburne county farmer, died at his home here Thursday night following a brief illness from a heart attack. Funeral services were conducted at New Bethel Church at 2:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon by the Rev. L.H. Revis. Interment in the church cemetery, with Usrey of Piedmont in charge. Mr. Putnam is survived by two sons, Melton and Charles and three daughters, Miss Willie Putnam, Mrs. John Rowell and Mrs. H.S. Miller, all of Borden Springs. ----- BARNES RETIRED; SERVES 41 YEARS More than 41 years of continuous service as Southern Railway Company bridgeman was recently completed by J.W. Barnes of Heflin and he is now on the retired list, drawing a nice pension check which he so richly deserved and earned. Known to hundreds of friends and acquaintances as "Bill", Mr. Barnes went to work for the Southern Railway in 1896 at Edwardsville with a bridge "gang" and was "scratch" boss for about three years, when he was made foreman "to try him out as to qualification and his ability to carry on", the superintendent said. Bill made good from the very start. During the 41 years he was foreman and sub-foreman not a serious accident happened to any one of his crew of men, ranging from eight to 12. Bill, too, has been lucky in that no accident happened to himself nor any sickness befell him. After he was made foreman of the bridge crew, about 35 years ago, he moved to Heflin where he has since resided. Mr. Barnes was succeeded as forman by his son Raymond Barnes, who has been employed on the "gang" for 30 years. Luck to you, Bill and hope you draw that "fat" monthly check for many years. The Editor of The News ------ IN MEMORY OF W.A. OWEN Edwardsville, Ala., Oct. 14 One year ago you left us; the hour we can't forget; when Jesus called you home to that eternal rest. No one knows how much we miss you nor the tears we've shed; but in Heaven we hope to meet you where no farewells are said. William Albert Owen was born Sept. 12, 1867 and died Oct. 14, 1936, in Edwardsville, where he lived a full life, not selfishly lived, but helping all that was in his reach. He was active in the progress and uplifting of the churches and schools and general activities of his community. He was devoted to his church, having joined the Missionary Baptist church when a young man and was a faithful member until the end. He is missed, not only in the home, but everywhere he went. He always greeted his friends with that sad, sweet smile that he wore after the tragic loss of Nettie and Snooky, two of his children who preceded him to the grave some few years. He knew that the end was near and he said " I am ready to make the exchange, where I shall have peace with my loved ones who have gone on before." His life's labors have ended and he has won a blessed, eternal rest with his Lord. Nellie Owen ------ MARS HILL WOMAN PASSES Mrs. R.N. Roberts, 70, of the Mars Hill community, passed away last Friday morning and was laid to rest Saturday in the cemetery at that place. ---- JONES CHILDREN HONOR DAD ON 80th BIRTHDAY Forty-one descendants and 12 guests attended the eightieth birthday anniversary dinner Sunday of W.V. Jones at his farm home four miles south of Heflin, where he has lived for the last 35 years. It was a day long to be remembered by his children and others. By noon, 53 children, grandchildren and visitors had gathered at the home to partake of the sumptuous dinner that had been prepared. A special birthday cake in the large table was lettered "Happy Birthday". After dinner, Dad's picture was snapped as were others in different groups. Dad is 80 and Mother is 70, and both were extremely happy to have their chidlren and grandchildren with them Sunday. All the children brought Dad many useful gifts. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. H.V. Jones and family Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Jones and family Dock and Levis Jones Mr. and Mrs. M.A. Jones and family Mr. and Mrs. Ross Jones Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Lumpkin and family Mrs. Reid Norton and children Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Ross and son Mr. and MRs. M.L. Johnson and family Rev. and Mrs. E.A. Riddle and family Mrs. Morris, the mother of Mrs. Riddle Mrs. Henry Norton and son Mr. and Mrs. Euell Norton and children Mr. and Mrs. Willie Dennis and children Mother and Dad were in fine spirits and in the best of health for ones of their advanced years. We wish them many more happy birthdays with us, if it would please God. H.V. Jones, the oldest son -------- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 11, 1937 D.W. GRAY RITES HELD IN HEFLIN NOV. 4; PIONEER RESIDENT Heflin, Ala., Nov. 4 Final rites for D.W. Gray, 84, were conducted at the residence here this afternoon, the Rev. C.E. Kaylor, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal Church, officiating. Burial was in Heflin cemetery, directed by Usrey of Anniston. Mr. Gray died at 2 a.m. Wednesday following an illness of about four years. He was born near Atlanta, Ga., Sept. 28, 1853 and lived in Cleburne county all but four years of his life. He was a member of the Southern Methodist church, a Mason and an Odd Fellow. He was Worshipful Master of Heflin Lodge of Masons several times during his 25 years of residence here. Surviving are the widow and six sons; F.P., J.S., and E.L. of Jacksonville and P.B. of DeArmanville; three daughters, Mrs. C.D. Bruce of Oxford; Mrs. T. Owens of DeArmanville; and Miss Myrtle Gray of Heflin; a brother, Robert Gray of Bascom, Fla., and a sister Mrs. Della Brooks of Anniston. Pallbearers were A.H. Glasgow, C.J. McCraven, A.L. Black, J.M. Crumpton, O.F. Staples and James Brown. ----- CURRIE FUNERAL AT HEPZIBAH Heflin, Ala., Nov. 5 Milledge Emory Currie, age 77, who was said to know every contour of Cleburne county better than any other citizen, died at his residence on Delta, Route 1, at 5 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. He had been sick only two days. Funeral services were held at Hepzibah church at 10:30 o'clock Thursday morning, with the Rev. J.R. Talley officiating. Interment was in th Hepzibah cemetery, directed by Jones of Anniston. While living in a comparatively isolated part of Cleburne county with his family of five, Mr. Currie devoted his life to a study of the minerals and soils. He often was a service to the government with information on mineral wealth of the county. His knowledge of the woods caused many to compare him with the "scouts" of pioneer days and his analysis of soils often was employed by land and investment companies of the state. Surviving are the wife, two sons, M.E. Currie Jr. and Pink Currie and two daughters, Misses Elizabeth and Sarah Currie, all of Delta, Route 1. Pallbearers were William Smith, Miller Wade, Robert Howell, A.P. Cheatwood, B.T. Adams and Howard Pruett. ----- LEGAL NOTICE TO HEIRS State of Alabama, Cleburne County Probate Court To the Heirs of: James W. Perry Thomas M. Perry Emma M. Green Mary Herrin Susan A. Perry Zaner Sarah J. Perry McElreath William H. Perry You are hereby notified that W.A. Perry and Velma Perry, heirs and only heirs at law of William H. Perry, deceased, did on the 6th day of November 1937 file their petition in the Probate court of Cleburne county, Alabama praying that the lands set aside to Elizabeth Perry as a homestead, be sold for division and partition among the joint owners, and you are further notified that this petition has been set for hearing on the 13th day of December 1937, when you can appear and make answer or contest same as you may be advised. This Nov. 6, 1937. A.H. Glasgow, Judge of Probate ------- GRIMES IS LAID TO REST Piedmont, Ala., Nov. 3 Joseph E. Grimes, age 64, died at his residence near Pinhook on Piedmont, Route 3, at 5 o'clock this morning after an illness of three months. Funeral services were conducted at the residence at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon, followed by interment in the Grimes Cemetery, Usrey in charge. Mr. Grimes was a native of Cleburne county and a member of the Church of Christ. Surviving are the wife, four sons, C.L. of Center, and H.D., R.C. and John Henry of near Piedmont; seven daughters, Mrs. Nancy Steed and Mrs. Pat Jones of Center; Mrs. Bessie Martin and Mrs. Lovella Murray of Choccolocco; and Mrs. S.D. Dunn, Mrs. Rosa Burns and Miss Lorainn Grimes of near Piedmont; and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Lorren of Montgomery and Mrs. Nettie Parker of Boaz. ----- GREEN MEETS TRAGIC DEATH AT HIS HOME The entire community was shocked and saddened on Wednesday of last week when it was made known that E.F. Green, 73 year old Cedar Creek farmer and land owner, had been fatally kicked by a mule. Elbert Green, the man's son, found the aged farmer in the barn-lot lying on the ground in an unconscious condition. A bridal was on the mule, it was said, and the son believing that his father had been kicked, put him into an auto and rushed him to a hospital in Anniston, where it was said, he died within a few minutes. Mr. Green was a native of the Cedar Creek community and was loved and respected by all who knew him. He was a loyal member of Green's Chapel Methodist church. Funeral services were held last Friday afternoon, conducted by the Rev. Hobart Murphree of Wedowee. Burial was in the church cemetery. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Ann Green, a son and a daughter, two brothers and a sister. CARD OF THANKS The words of sympathy from friends and relatives was so sincere, the floral offerings so beautiful and the services at the church so comforting, that we wish to thank everyone for their kindness at the death of our dear husband, father and grandfather. Especially do we thank Dr. Vinson and Owens Funeral Home for their sympathetic services. May God's blessings rest upon and abide with each of you, is our prayer. Mrs. E.F. Green Mr. and Mrs. J.A. White and family Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Green and family Mr. and Mrs. Cranston G. Teague ------- MRS. HAMRICK LAID TO REST AT MARS HILL After an illness of a few months, Mrs. Mollie Hamrick, wife of R.N. Hamrick, departed this life October 29, 1937. Another precious home is broken and we miss her more than words can express, for there is a vacancy that can never be filled. Mrs. Hamrick was a true christian- hearted and upright woman. She was devoted to her family and friends and is held in high esteem by all who knew her. She never spoke an unkind word of any one, or did any one an injustice. While we feel sad and mourn her departure, we know it was the good Master's will to call her from the conflicts of life to that bright happy, eternal home, where sorrow is not known and sad parting never comes. Her noble life should be a guide and beacon to her many friends and acquaintances, to guide them through the toils of this world to gain the reward she has won. Through her sickness she bore her suffering with all patience and could truthfully say as the Prophet of old said " I have fought a good fight, I have kept the faith, I am ready to be offered up for I know there is a crown of righteousness laid up fo rme, and not for me only, but all those that love the appearing of the blessed Savior." To mourn her death is a kind husband, three children, William N. of Boaz; John H. of Birmingham, and Mrs. Ira M. Patty of Cleburne county; nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at Mars Hill church by Elder W. O. Jennings of Carrollton, Ga. Interment was in the church cemetery, Miller of Tallapoosa, Ga. directing. In conclusion, I want to say in behalf of the bereaved family that we express our appreciation and thanks to her many neighbors and friends for their great sympathy and kindness in this sad hour of sickness and death. Written by a friend. ----- FUNERAL IS CONDUCTED FOR H. CANADA AT IRON CITY Iron City, Ala., Nov. 5 H. Canada, a former resident of Iron City, was laid to rest at Iron City after funeral services at the Baptist church, with the Rev. H.R. Carter officiating. Mr. Canada died at the home of his daughter Mrs. R.E. Hughey in Montgomery on Wednesday. Surviving are the wife, a son J.M. Canada of Tampa, Fla. and a daughter Mrs. Hughey and seven grandchildren. ----- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 18, 1937 IN MEMORY OF DANIEL WHITFIEL GRAY Last Wednesday, Nov. 3, in the quiet of the early dawn, Mr. Daniel Whitfiel Gray died at his home in Heflin. It had been a profound and often expressed wish of his that the final call would come to him in his sleep. This wish was perfectly fulfilled. Surrounded by his faithful wife and devoted children his life ebbed out with no attending pain but with a tranquil and perfect peace. Sixty-five years ago, Mr. Gray married Miss Mary Daniel Steed. Eleven children blessed this union. Mr. Gray was a good citizen, public spirited, always doing his share toward the upkeep of the schools and churches. For more than a half century he was a member in good standing of the Methodist church. He was a devoted husband and indulgent father. Always a kind and accomodating neighbor and friend. If there was sorrow or distress in the community he was ever present with helping hands and comforting words. He had been a resident of Heflin for more than 25 years and will great missed in our midst. For the past year the rapidity with which the rank and file of the aged in our county has been reduced, saddens those of us who are not unmindful of the wisdom and judgement to be gained by contact with those whose experiences in life are markedly different from our own. The family can console themselves with the fact that he lived longer by far than the average person. May they find comfort in those precious memories that are so imperishable. ------ LOCAL News Uncle Rube Homes (?) of Beason Mills was visiting his nephew Dewey Sprayberry and family Saturday night and Sunday. He told them that Nov. 15 was his 91st birthday and he was feeling fine and hoping to see many more. ---- MRS. BERTA ERNEST PASSES AT HER BREMEN, GA. HOME Mrs. Berta Ernest, one of Bremen's most beloved ladies, passed quietly away at her home in that city on Thursday night, Oct. 28 after an illness of several weeks. Only recently, Mrs. Ernest retired as telephone operator at the Bremen exchange after serving the people of that section faithfully and efficiently for over a quarter of a century. While she had been in declining health for several months past, she fought bravely and did not take to her bed until a short while before her death. "Mrs. Berta" was widely known in this section and her passing has caused widedspread sorrow. She was a christian of the very highest type and was always ready, willing and anxious to assist those less fortunate than herself. She was a member of the Bremen Methodist church and funeral services were held at the city auditorium Saturday afternoon to accomodate the large number of people that gathered to pay their last tribute to her. Mrs. Earnest is survived by one daughter Miss Fern Ernest and an adopted daughter Miss Dorothy Ernest; one sister, Mrs. Anna Dodson of Villa Rica, Ga. and three brothers, L.D. Gable of Fort Worth, Texas; J.F. Gable of Carrollton, Ga., and J.J. Gable of Cullman, Ala., and a host of relatives and friends. The Buchanan Tribune ------- LETTER TO THE EDITOR Heflin, Ala., November 16, 1937 Dear Gentleman, In your last week's paper you made a mistake about the death of E.F. Green, which I'm sure you did not do intentionally. We the family have corrected the mistakes. We sincerely hope you will be kind enough to make corrections in the next issue of your paper. Thanking you in advance, Mrs. C.G. Teague Death of E.F. Green The entire community was shocked and saddened on Wednesday, Nov. 3 when it was made known that E.F. Green, 73 years old, a Green's Chapel farmer and land owner, had been kicked by a mule. Mr. Green, after being kicked by the mule walked by himself within 10 or 15 feet of his home and called his granddaughter- in-law who helped him the other few feet into the house. Mr. Green was perfectly conscious upon entering the house. He told his wife and others that had gathered around, that the mule kicked him as he came out of the stable. He said he was completely out of the way, as he thought. Dr. Vinson was immediately sent for. He thought it necessary for Mr. Green to be rushed to the hospital. Owens ambulance was soon on its way to Anniston, carrying Mr. Green for examination. Mr. Green reached the hospital about 5:30 Wednesday afternoon and passed on to rest about 5:45 o'clock the same evening. He was perfectly conscious until the last hour before his death. ----------- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 25, 1937 IN MEMORY OF MRS. LULA WRIGHT Mrs. Lula Wright, widow of the late Nolen Wright, was called to her home in Glory some eight months ago. She was in her seventies and for many months had been confined to her room with an incurable malady and to her bed for several weeks. Sister Wright was one of the Lord's brightest lights in her home, church and community. She became a member of the church at an early age and from that time throughout the remainder of her life, she was most faithful, loyal and liberal. Every phase of the church work was supported with her presence, prayers and means, the poor always being sympathetically considered. "In memory, her form lives on, Enchanted are her eyes, Why I hear the laughter of her voice, as it floats from Paradise. Whereas, we shall miss her presence in the church. We therefore, resolve; That we Thank God for the long years that He granted Sister Wright. That we thank the Heavenly Father for the long service she rendered her church. That we deplore her loss as a christian. That we extend to the family our sympathies and that we commend her to the love and care of the Heavenly Father. That we send a copy of these resolutions to The Cleburne News for publication, a copy be sent to her family and a copy be kept by the church. By committee, M.L. Shockley and Rev. P.B. Moore ----- NORTON - EVANS Mrs. Mae Norton was married to Martin J. Evans on Nov. 11 by Rev. C.E. Kaylor in a quiet ceremony. 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