Cleburne County AlArchives News.....newspaper abstracts for JULY 1926 July 1926 ************************************************ 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 May 14, 2005, 9:25 pm The Cleburne News July 1926 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEWS", Heflin, Cleburne County, Alabama for JULY 1926 NEWSPAPER issue of Thursday, July 1, 1926 MRS. DUNSTON IS BURIED AT EDGEMONT The Anniston Star Funeral services were held at 3:20 o'clock this afternoon at Oxanna Methodost Church for Mrs. J.B. Dunston, age 67, widow of the late J.B. Dunston, who died at the residence, 1902 Noble Street on Wednesday afternoon, following a long illness. Interment was made in Edgemont Cemetery. Mrs. Dunston is survived by three sons and four daughters. The sons are S.H. Dunston of Tuscaloosa, and John B. and Homer Dunston of Anniston. The daughters are Mrs. Monroe Stewart of Carbon Hill, Mrs. M.L. Hulsey of Eastaboga, Mrs. G.M. Weaver of Gadsden and Mrs. R.H. Houston of this city. Mrs. Dunston was well known in this county and had many friends who were grieved to learn of her death. The active pall bearers were: Sam Dunston Homer Dunston John Dunston Jerome Hulsey R.H. Houston Honorary pall bearers were: Jess Evans Clinton Higgins Forney Thrasher John Bowles Wesley Black Hamp Reynolds Allen Hulsey Luther Arnold ____ FRUITHURST News Mr. and Mrs. Will Southerland of Chattanooga, Tennessee spent part of last week with Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Voss. __ LEBANON News Much sorrow was caused by the death of G.G. Smith, a good citizen of this place. He died early Tuesday morning of last week and was buried on Wednesday. __ BELOVED CITIZEN SERIOUSLY ILL The condition of Uncle Elijah Black, beloved citizen and Confederate veteran, who has been seriously ill at his home here was unchanged Wednesday morning. __ LETTER FROM TEXAS Fort Worth, Texas, June 22, 1926 To Editor of The News, Heflin, Alabama I am writing to ask you to please print the piece preacher Skinner wrote about my father Mr. W.G. Anderson, who died March 21st. All of the children take the News and want a copy of that piece. We all loved our daddy and hate to think we had to give him up, he was so good to us. If you don't print this please send me a copy anyway. Marietta McCaghren, 205 B. South Main St., Fort Worth, Texas _____ IN MEMORIUM; Resolutions of Ranburne Lodge, No. 652, A.F. & A.M. Whereas the Supreme Architect of the Universe who doeth all things well, has seen fit to call from labor to refreshment our brother, Melvin V. Smith, who for many years has gone in and out before us, exemplifying the principles of Masonry, therefore, be it resolved, That while we regret to lose the pleasant companionship and brotherly counsel of our deceased brother, we bow in humble submission to the will of our Grand Master, and while we consign his body to the ground, ashes to ashes and dust to dust, we commend his spirit to the light. _____ ELECTION OF OFFICERS At the Annual Convention of Ranburne Lodge No. 652, A.F. & A.M., the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: T.J. Thomason, W.M., re-elected F.O. Lowery, S.W. D.H. English, J.W. W.A. Buchanan, Treas., re-elected A.L. Wallace, Sec., re-elected B.R. Jones, S.D., re-elected H.H. Pirkle, J.D., re-elected W.E. Yates, Tiler, re-elected _____ HIGHTOWER News Aunt Lizzie Nolen was the Sunday night guest of Mrs. G.W. Duncan. __ Ye correspondent attended the family reunion of Mr. I.N. Crumpton of Birmingham last Sunday. Mr. Crumpton was celebrating his fifty-second birthday. There were thirty-two present; fourteen children and eight grandchildren. The visitors consisted of: Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Crumpton and family of Oxford, Ala. Mr. and Mrs. C.N. Crumpton and faily of Inglenook, Ala Mr. and Mrs. U.G. Stidham and family of Ensley, Ala Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Denson Mr. Andrew Crow of Ensley Mr. and Mrs. J.O. Weaver of Birmingham Miss Olga Johnson and mother of Inglenook Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Duncan and son Ray of Hightower The day was enjoyed by all present, especially the noon hour. We hope that Mr. Crumpton may celebrate many more birthdays. ___ PINHOOK Community News Mr. J.E. Grimes and wife have been called to the bedside of their daughter Mrs. Nancy Steed who is seriously ill at her home in Center, Ala. __ Mr. R.E. Pesnell who has been on the sick list for the last few days, is some better at this writing. __ PROHIBITION OFFICERS MAKE BIG HAUL George W. Thrower, assisted by John Kilgore and Jim Thrower, raided and destroyed a big wildcat outfit the latter part of last week, capturing four men who were said to be industriously at work about the still, their names being Bud and Columbus Gann, Joe Gann and Lige Allen, who will be given hearings before Judge Baber at some future day in county court. Besides capturing the four men, the officers destroyed a 50 gallon still, 2,000 to 2,500 gallons of beer, 22 gallons of whiskey, six fermenters, slop boxes, two 5 gallon jugs, all being smashed in the presence of the alleged operators. Location of the "plant" is two miles northwest of able on Horse Block mountain. ___ LOCAL News Miss Jessie York of San Diego, California and Thomas York of Chicago, Illinois have arrived and are the guests of relatives at Pinetucky. __ Marvin Owens and family of Oklahoma are spending several days with Heflin relatives. __ NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, July 8, 1926 EMORY FARM Community News Mrs. Ella Lowery is visiting her sister Mrs. W.J. Waits this week. __ A large crowd enjoyed the day with Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Cook on the 4th, especially the dinner that was spread under the large oaks in the yard; ice cream and cold drinks were served during the afternoon. Those present were: Rev. and Mrs. F.M. Zaner Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Sprayberry and boys, McCoy, Freeman, Ronald and Eugene Mr. and Mrs. J.N. Lumpkin and boys G.W. and Arabian Mr. and Mrs. Willie Thompson and children Emory and Annie Lou Mr. and Mrs. Carl White C.W. Thompson Mr. and Mrs. Earl Wright of Tallapoosa Mrs. Lou Alewine and daughter Ada Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Davis and little son Kenneth of LaGrange, Georgia ____ OLD CITIZEN PASSES Funeral services were conducted for Mr. George Fordham, 87, at Hurricane on Monday, by Rev. R.S. Skinner. One brother, Ben Fordham and a twin sister, Miss Betty Fordham, and a large circle of relatives survive. ____ MR. E.T. BLACK PASSES AWAY Friday morning another aged Confederate veteran passed over the river to rest with his comrades who followed the Stars and Bars and established a record for bravery and patriotism never equaled in the history of the world. In the passing of Mr. E.T. Black, Heflin and Cleburne county loses not only a citizen whose service on the field of battle was an inspiration to the young in love of country, but a man whose in peace accepted the verdict rendered against him on the field of battle and devoted his life to the building up of his devastated country and to the service of his fellow man. Mr. Black was a member of the M.E. Church, South, and a true follower of the meek and lowly Nazerine. His heart was big enough to sympathize with his fellows when they were in distress and not only his advise and counsel were given, but when necessary his pocket book was at the service of the needy. For years he has lived in Heflin and won the love and confidence of all our citizens and when the news that he had passed away was given out, although not unexpected, a pall of sadness seemed to settle over the town and tears were near the surface on many faces. Mr. Black was in his 85th year and was suffering from a complication of the diseases of old age. The funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon by Rev. John O. Ray and Rev. J.C. Francis of Lincoln, ALa., former pastor of the devoted Mr. Black. Mr. Black is survived by three sons, J.T. Black and A.L. Black of this place, W.O. Black of BIrmingham, and two daughters, Mrs. H.F. Houston and Miss Mary Black of Heflin. The pall bearers were; Horace Black, Dr. Neal Owens, Bis. Evans, Wesley Black, Marvon Owens and B.H. Turner. The following relatives attended the funeral from out of town: Birmingham, Ala Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Black Mesdames A.W. Lamar, James Hardwick, L. Roy Galloway Horace Black Bis Evans Dr. Neal Owens B.H. Turner and family Miami, Oklahoma M.F. Owens and family Tallapoosa, Georgia Mrs. Thomas Hill and family Atlanta, Georgia Dr. Will Owens and family Oxford, Ala T.J. Williamson Talladega, Ala Mr. Eugenia Tebo, Clinton Tebo Anniston, Ala Anderson Stricklen Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Black and children Miss Lena Norred Nellie Kennedy Alexander City, Ala John Black and family Sylacauga A.D. Black Pell City Mrs. Ella Miller ___________ LOCAL News Mrs. D.E. Cheuvront and daughter, formerly of Heflin, later of Tallapoosa where they moved prior to Mr. Cheuvrant's death, will leave this week for Portland, Oregon where they will make their future home. The trip, between 3,000 to 4,000 miles, will be made through the country, accompanied by Mrs. Cheuvrant's brother on the long journey. Good wishes of Heflin friends go with the mother and daughter. ____ POUNDS REUNION The children of Mrs. Annie Pounds met at her home on Sunday to celebrate the 4th. They all brought well filled baskets and dinner was served under the shade. There was plenty of lemonade to drink all day. Those present were: Mrs. M.W. Dodd J.M. Monroe and family K.N. Clayton and family J.C. Pounds and family J.A. Stephens and family N.L. Pounds and family R.S. Pounds and family E.S. Pounds and family A.G. Todd and family Mrs. Dora Harris and children ___ NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, July 15, 1926 MOSE NELSON VISITS TENNESSEE Fruithurst, Ala., July 12, 1926 Dear Mr. Editor, Please allow me space in your paper for few words about a trip I recently made to Tennessee. On Friday morning, July 2nd, about daybreak, my sister, Martha, Misses Era, Sara and Mr. Curtis McLendon loaded ourselves in my fliver (?) and started for Lawrence County, Tennessee. We arrived at Mr. Nute Walker's at 7:30 p.m., four miles beyond Lawrenceburg. We passed through some wonderful farming country, saw as fine a prospect for a good corn crop as any one could wish for. Also cotton was looking fine. Lots of grain shocked in the field waiting to be threshed. We crossed the Tennessee river at Decatur, some of the girls being timid wanting to turn back, but the majority ruled and all loaded on the ferry and were carried cross safely. It was after we crossed the river that the crops were so fine and kept getting better as far as we went. Made me think strongly of coming back home, calling my dogs, putting out the fire and moving to that part of the country. Their roads are wonderful and crews at work all the time improving them. The people in and around Lawrenceburg are awful kind and sociable. We attended the Lawrence county singing convention Saturday and Sunday, July 3 and 4, in the Old Sacred Harp. Heard some as fine singing both days as any one could wish for. Tom Denson who lives at Leoma, Tennesse was chairman of the convention and he surely believes in singing. Had a large attendance and good behavior both days, and all good things to eat, well they had them in Tennessee. Well, I will close these remarks by adding if the world is as large very other way as the way we went it surely is a whopper. Sincerely, Mose Nelson _________ BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ON FOURTH OF JULY Desiring to celebrate the birthday of Ambrose Beam and the 4th in a quiet and informal manner, a few friends and relatives met Sunday at the home of Mrs. L.C. Beam. There was a dinner bountiful with both wholesome and appetizing food served, preceeded by both ice cream and lemonade. Then the party went to the community Sunday School at the Armstrong School House. Then with others added to the crowd they assembled again at Mrs. Beam's residence and engaged in an enjoyable afternoon singing. Thus quietly and profitably was celebrated this good day though it was Sunday. Those present for the dinner were: W.G. Beam and family C.T. Holcombe and family O.A. Mobley and family Miss Nancy Stephens Mrs. Beam regrets that one daughter and other relatives and friends were not present but rejoices in the fact that all present at any time during the day seemed to enjoy themselves together. Thus a community of friends joined in celebrating a boy's birthday, a nations birthday and enjoying recreation on the lord's day. ___ LOCAL News Mrs. L.P Husbands from Moultrie, Georgia is visiting with her sister, Mrs. L.G. Pettyjohn and her brother E.R. Liles. __ AN ENJOYABLE OUTING One of the most enjoyable and delightful entertainments of the year was the fish fry given at the Captain Smith old farm on the banks of the Tallapoosa River Thursday evening July 8th. Those present were: Rev. and Mrs. J.O. Ray and children Sheriff and Mrs. H.A. Jackson Mr. and Mrs. L.L. Johnson and children Mr. and Mrs. A.J. White and children Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Beason and children Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Howell Mr. and Mrs. Ray Coggins and children Miss Thrower Mr. Ambrose Prestridge ______ WELL KNOWN WOMAN PASSES Funeral services for Miss Jane Pesnell, 68 years old, were held Sunday morning at the residence, conducted by Revs. Hobart Murphree and W.Z.T. Chapman, the burial following with interment in the Heflin cemetery. For the past year and a half Miss Jane had been in declining health, growing weaker each day until the end came Saturday afternoon. Only one sister, Mrs. Josie Morrison, survives, who becomes sole heir of the deceased's property by a Will made in 1925. ____ A NEIGHBORLY DEED Hightower, July 6, 1926 On July 6th a party of our kind and christian hearted men and boys met at the home of Mr. Roe Breed and did him a service and favor in the form of plowing out his crop. Mr. Roe Breed has been necessarily detained at the bedside of his wife who has been seriously ill, and is now in the hospital at Roanoke, Ala. Those who rendered this service were: F.A. Bell and son Virgil J.A. Prichard E.E. Prichard and son J.S. Whitney Bradford Breed Butler Breed Brantley Breed Amos Inman Artemas Creel J.M. Beam and son R.W. Breed and son We here wish to state that neither words of tongue or pen can express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for such a favor and kind deed rendered by each and every one present. Roe Breed, Richard Breed ___ South Heflin News Miss Florence McLeroy spent last week with her sister, Mrs. Alton Haygood at Shinbone. __ NEWSPAPER issue of Thursday, July 22, 1926 A LONG REMEMBERED DAY Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Hogan entertained at their home on Sunday the 18th a number of relatives with a most delicious dinner served at the noon hour; and the good eats, they surely did have them. Every guest seemed to enjoy the dinner very much. In the afternoon, ice cream, cake and lemonade were served by the hostess, Miss Lola Hogan, assisted by Miss Magirol Allen of White Plains to the following guests: Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Allen and son Arthur of White Plains Miss Rheba Allen of Jacksonville State Normal Mr. and Mrs. C.L. Bennett and children, Bernice, Winnie and Hertice of Edwardsville Mr. and Mrs. Jess Butler and children Kathleen, Florence and Annie Pearl of Heflin Miss Thelma Butler of Hoxie, Arkansas Mr. and Mrs. Sam Pollock and baby, Willie Jean of Anniston Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Butler of Fruithurst Mr. M.P. Dunn "Uncle Mart" being in his 78th year seemed to have enjoyed the day. In the early evening the relatives returned to their respective homes saying that the day had been one of the most enjoyable days spent in a long while and would always be remembered. ____ NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, July 29, 1926 COUNTY COURT NEXT MONDAY The following cases are on the clerk's docket for hearing before Judge D.S. Baber in county court on Monday, August 2nd: Tom Bennefield, aiding and abetting assault Mrs. Vinnie Lipham, assault with a weapon Will Forestor, violating prohibition law Dorso Carter, violating prohibition law Arthur Morrison, violating prohibition law Bonnie Holbrook, violating prohibition law J.H. Perkins, violating prohibition law ____ PINHOOK News Mrs. Ester Craven was the guest of Mrs. Rosa Parker on Saturday night. __ Mrs. Minnie Pesnell spent Sunday with Mrs. Rosa Parker. __ Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Arnett, on the 19th, a son. __ Ai News Billie Hamrick spent the weekend near Mars Hill with is mother who has been sick. __ Mrs. Mattie Huey is spending the week with her other Mrs. B.D. Kerr. __ Wesley Stamps spent Sunday with Clarence Gaines. __ LOCAL News Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Bennett and children left Friday for Naples, Texas where they will spend several weeks with relatives. __ Miss Lovania Lee of Cedartown, Georgia is visiting her Aunt, Mrs. J.J. Wager this week. __ Sam G. Harlan of Anniston is spending several days with relatives and friends in Cleburne county. __ Clifton Wright of Kansas, Georgia spent Friday night with Mr. and Mrs. Lee Haywood. He was enroute to Akron, Ohio. __ Mrs. Susie Green and baby have returned to their home near Cedar Creek after spending several days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Howell. __ File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/al/cleburne/newspapers/newspape486gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/alfiles/ File size: 17.9 Kb