Cleburne County AlArchives News.....Newspaper Abstracts for APRIL 1929 April 1929 ************************************************ 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 28, 2005, 7:50 pm The Cleburne News April 1929 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEWS", Heflin, Cleburne County, Alabama for APRIL 1929 NEWSPAPER issue of Thursday, April 4, 1929 BIRTHDAY DINNER IS ENJOYED On Sunday, March 31, 1929, a large number of friends and relatives gathered at the home of F.M. Coleman of White Plains to give a surprise birthday dinner to the loving wife, Rebecca Coleman, who was 80 years old on this date. I am sure that this old mother has never been happier in her life than she was Sunday morning when she went to the front door and saw all her children, except one, coming back to the old homestead to celebrate their dear old mother's birthday anniversary, the one who cared for them when they could not help themselves. I think that these children were made happier than anyone else when they saw and realized how happy they had made their mother. At about noon a large table was spread out in the yard and anything that the human heart would want to eat was put on it, the dinner being prepared by the children of this good woman. Everyone was invited to gather around the table. Mr. Tyler made a beautiful address saying many beautiful things regarding Mrs. Coleman's life as a friend, neighbor, companion and a mother to her children who made the day so happy for her. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Coleman Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Coleman Mr. and Mrs. N.A. Holley Mr. and Mrs. John Murray Mr. and Mrs. H.O. McDonald Lois, Elbert, Herbert Leander and Forney Coleman Robert, Jewell, Marion, Rufus and Artis Holley Grady and Floy Murray Mr. and Mrs. Floy Owens Dorothy Burnham Ruth McDonald Joe Busby Mrs. Caroline Cheatwood, the only sister of Mrs. Coleman. Everyone went away as happy as they could be over the day they had spent and I think this day will be a day of memory to everyone present. ___ OFFICERS MADE SEVERAL RAIDS Continuing the drive on moonshiners in the county, dry officers caught Frank McWhorter, Lem Morris, Jim Hooper and Charles P. Arrington the latter part of the week. The men are either charged with distilling or possessing a still. They were free Saturday under $500. bond each. Two copper stills and 17 gallons of whiskey were also confiscated during the raid. An abandoned Chevrolet touring car containing a gallon of whiskey was found near Beason Mills by officers. The owner of the car is unknown. ___ PINHOOK News We regret to hear of the sad death of Mrs. Annie Jennings that occurred at her home last Sunday in California. She leaves her husband, and two small girls to mourn her passing, besides other relatives and friends. ___ Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Alsabrooks and children of Birmingham spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. G.E. Putnam and family. __ MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED IN MARCH Huey Hicks and Myrtle Pruitt Williamson Ellison and Mae Floyd J.G. Leonard adn Nellie Banks Thos. Bowling and Geneva Posey Horace Biggers and Jewel Laminack Isaac C. Hightower and Eliza M. Davidson Willard Lee Abercrombie and Lola Richardson M.W. Peterson and Inez Knight Homer Buchanan and Anna Ward S.N. Owen and Minnie Ivey Euell Norton and Gertrude Myers John Q. Adams and Lillian V. Cook Wm. R. Burt and Lillian Jordan Carl Henton and Jenette Howell __ LOCAL News Friends sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Pink Holley of Evans Chapel who lost their home and nearly all their household furnishings by fire last week. __ GRANTLEY News Mrs. Maud Buttram and children spent Tuesday with her daughter Mrs. Rubye Lee Grimes. ___ NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, April 11, 1929 IN MEMORY OF MRS. SARAH AYERS In loving remembrance of mother and grandmother; A pall of gloom was cast over our homes on Friday, March 29th when the death angel visited the home of Mrs. J.D. Turner and carried away our precious mother, Mrs. Sarah Ayers. Tis so hard to give her up; god only knows how our hearts have been crushed by her passing; but we know god doeth all things well and his will must be done at his command. She entered into eternal rest where there is peace, love and joy; and if we put our faith in the lord we shall meet her in that bright mansion where sad parting comes no more. " A voice we loved is stilled, a place is vacant in hour home that can never be filled; god in his wisdom has recalled the boon his love had given, and although the body slumbers here, the soul is safe in heaven." Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Ayers and children Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Turner and children Mr. and Mrs. Ben Wilkerson and children Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Bryce Mr. adn Mrs. T.J. Ayers and children ____ BIRTHDAY DINNER IS ENJOYED One of the greatest surprises in the life of Mr. Mitch Morris took place Sunday morning, March 24th when all his children began to gather at his house to help celebrate his 65th birthday. The birthday cake covered with 65 burning candles marked the center of the table which was beautifully decorated. Although all of Mr. Morris' children are married, each one seemed to be little tots once more, because they appeared to be so very jolly and full of fun. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Mitch Morris and sons, Joe, Jim, Sam and Bill; daughters, Nancy Noles, Ethel and Emma Williamson, sons-in-law, Buck and Snow Williamson, four daughters in-law, Maud, Annie, Ida and Velma Morris; grandchildren, Eloise, Carroll, Ralford, Lillian, Mazell, Edward, Annie Laura, Douglas and Harold Morris; Velma and Henry Price, Aubrey and Arvie Noles, Molene and Leon Williamson; one brother, Z.W. Morris and Mrs. Morris; friends Eldon and Jessie Barnwell adn Mrs. Neal Noell. One daughter Lessie Morris was absent. We hope that the husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend shall have many more such happy birthdays. One present. ___ IN MEMORY OF GRANDMA ROBERDS Mrs. Nancy Roberds was born October 27, 1843 and departed this life November 10, 1928 living to the ripe old age of 85 years and 13 days. "Grandma" as she was familarly called, joined the Methodist church in early life. SHe was genuinely converted and never doubted her relation to god. She was a loyal member of the church for more than 70 years. She had a wonderful personality; whenever she spoke to anyone it was with a smile; in her face one could see the spirit of sincerity. To know her was to love her. Two sons, Arch McLarty of Crossville, Tennessee and A.A. Roberds survive, and a daughter Mrs. Sallie Owens of Muscadine; 36 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren survive her. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. A.T. Warmack and Uncle Bart Cheatwood. Her body was tenderly laid in the Roberds family graveyard by the side of her husband. The world is poorer by her going away but she has fought a good fight; she has finished her course; she has entered into rest. Lena Harris ____ BORDEN SPRINGS News Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Lorren and Mrs. T.R. Wheeler were called to Chattanooga on Tuesday on account of the illness of Mrs. Calvin Wheeler. __ Asberry and Homer Arrington were in our burg on Friday. __ DINNER ENJOYED "Uncle" Billie Walker celebrated his 78th birthday on Tuesday, inviting a few of his friends to help enjoy a mighty good dinner prepared by Aunt Ida. ___ Mrs. Lee Parker is visiting Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Parker at Edwardsville. She will visit there several months and will be joined later in the summer by her husband. __ NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, April 18, 1929 E.O. JENKINS, AGE 75, BURIED SUNDAY AT HEFLIN Funeral and burial services for Mr. E.O. Jenkins, 75 years old, who died at his home in Heflin Friday night were held Sunday, interment being in the local cemetery, the Rev. J.C. Francis of Lincoln, former pastor of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, being the officiating minister. Mr. Jenkins who had lived in Cleburne practically all his life, was one of the county's best known and most highly honored citizens, a faithful husband and affectionate father; a true neighbor and friend and a man who attended strictly to his own affairs at all times. The true worth of Mr. Jenkins cannot be measured in dollars and cents and not only his family but the county and Heflin has sustained a great loss in the passing of this good man, and with hundreds of others, The Cleburne News extends sincere sympathy to the bereaved wife, children, brothers and sisters in their irreparable loss. Assisting Rev. Francis in the services, conducted from the Methodist Episcopal church, South, were Rev. S.A. Taylor of Birmingham and Rev. L.S. Wessinger, pastor of the local M.E. Church, South. Surviving are the widow and two children, Mrs. H.P. McMurray of Heflin and Clarence C. Jenkins of Birmingham; three brothers, E.M., and R.M. Jenkins of Birmingham and Elisha Jenkins of Heflin and two sisters, Mrs. Nannie Harrison of Hattiesburg, Miss., and Mrs. Lee Wilder, also of Hattiesburg. Mr. Jenkins was married to Miss Mary Cannada 51 years ago. Those attending the funeral outside of Heflin, were: Mr. and Mrs. Bob Spier, niece and nephew, Mrs. Lessie Tracy, niece and Mrs. Addie Page, Birmingham; Mr. and Mrs. Dobbins of Anniston; Mrs. Lula Canada of Eastaboga; Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Canada, Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Canada and Mrs. Grace Harris of Eastaboga and Mrs. H.H. Brittain of Talladega. ____ UNCLE TOM BRYANT PASSES "Uncle" Tom Bryant, 84 years old, Confederate soldier, died at his home a few miles south of Heflin on Friday night. Uncle Tom was wounded during the war from which he never fully recovered and was a great sufferer. Uncle Tom volunteered and joined the Confederate Army, going to the front, from near where he died. Besides the widow, two sons, John and Ed Bryant of north Alabama and three daughters, survive. Mr. Bryant was a member of the Missionary Baptist church being an active deacon until his health gave way. The funeral and burial services were held at New Harmony Sunday morning, Rev. F.M. Zaner, a life long friend, being in charge. Following Uncle Tom's death, only 15 old veterans remain on this side of the Great Divide. "Time, one by one, is paroling the Old Guard and soon the last of Lee's followers will whisper to his mates beyond the starlight, "I am coming boys, I am coming." " Fall no shadow, lies no stain,where those who meet shall part no more, and those long parted meet again." ____ NEWT WILLIAMS MURDER VICTIM Newt Williams, 50 years old, was found late Monday afternoon in the upper part of Beat 4, by the children of Mellie Cheatwood in a dying condition, death coming a short time later. Williams had been assaulted and terribly beaten up, his head being crushed by heavy blows dealt with some blunt instrument. Williams, who was a bachelor, lived with a sister, and was last seen in the company of neighbors and was found later by the roadside mortally wounded and never regained consciousness. Sheriff Rowell and Deputy Owen went to the scene of the murder late Monday night and again Tuesday morning, investigating the mysterious murder and it's believed that sufficient evidence will be assembled to warrant the arrest of one or more parties within the next day or two, though officers did not say. Sheriff Rowell says he is at a loss as to the motive for the killing as Williams was not known to have any enemies. Williams hat was found about 75 yards from where he lay when discovered. If there had been any struggle between Williams and his assailant, rains of the forepart of the night had made it impossible to locate same. Parties last seen in company with Williams may be given an opportunity to explain their movements Sunday and Monday. Funeral and interment were at Mars Hill on Tuesday. ___ FORMER RESIDENT SUCCUMBS Relatives here received word Monday of the death at Birmingham on Sunday of Mrs. Davis Thrasher, who formerly resided with her family at Edwardsville. She was an aunt of R. Gibbs of Heflin, Mrs. Leonard Johnson and Mrs. Albert Jones of Anniston. ___ FRUITHURST News Charlie Voss suffered a broken leg Saturday afternoon when the motorcycle he was riding collided with an automobile said to have been driven by an intoxicated man. Voss was carried to an Anniston hospital and the last report is he is "resting easy." The motorcycle was on the side of the road when hit by the car, it is said. ___ HIGHTOWER News Mr. Herschel Gibbs of Holly Pond and Miss Inus Weir of this place were happily married Friday afternoon, the Rev. M.M. Kennedy officiating. __ Mrs. Arlin Fowler visited Mrs. T.J. Hart on Sunday. __ EDWARDSVILLE News Mrs. Clyde Arnon returned home after visiting her parents in North Carolina. __ Mr. and Mrs. Pat Pertilla and children of Atlanta visited Mrs. Berta Reese on Sunday. __ Mrs. Dosie Higginbotham and children of Leeds were the guests of her mother Mrs. John Pollard on Sunday. __ LOCAL News Herschel Gibbs and bride passed through Heflin Froday enroute to their home in Cullman County. Mrs. Gibbs before her marriage was Miss Inus Weir of Hightower. __ Mr. and Mrs. E. Preston Owens of Jay, Florida are visiting relatives here this week. __ Mrs. F.R. Wood is visiting her father W.H. Swofford who is quite sick at the residence near DeArmanville. __ GOOSENECK News Mrs. C.L. Smith of Atlanta visited her mother Mrs. A.W. Lee last weekend. __ IN MEMORY OF JOHN A. WIGLEY John A. Wigley, 65 years and five months old, was born and reared in Cleburne county and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wigley, pioneer citizens of this county. He had been living at Holly Pond, Cullman County for about 30 years. he was converted during a prayer service at his home when about 14 years old and joined the church at Ai and was baptized by Rev. Thomas Garner, living a true christian till the end. He was sick only a short time, coming to the home of his sister, Mrs. C.G. Howle a few days before being stricken. It was his last request that he be buried in Cleburne where he spent his childhood days. His body was laid to its final rest in Pine Grove cemetery, Rvs. W.M. Barr and C.E. Garner paying high tribute to the life and christian character of the deceased. One sister and two brothers survive. He was never married. ____ NEWSPAPER issue of Thursday, April 25, 1929 PRELIMINARY HELD ON WEDNESDAY Mellie Cheatwood and Burton Rakestraw, charged with the killing of Newt Williams, a beat four farmer, about ten days ago, were given a preliminary hearing in county court before Probate Judge A.H. Glasgow, Wednesday morning, resulting in bonds of $5000. each being fixed for the accused men to await the action of the May grand jury. Only three witnesses were examined, they being Foster Owen, J.C. Day and Harvey Bearden who appeared for the state. E. Burnes Parker, county solicitor was assisted by H.M. Brittian, who looked after the state's interest while Merrill and Jones, Anniston lawyers, represented the defendants. The defense put up no witnesses on Wednesday. The court room was packed to the doors with men, women and children. The hearing consumed less than two hours time. ___ Mellie Cheatwood, 53, and Burton Rakestraw, 18 or 20 years old, were placed in jail here last week charged with murder, in connection with the slaying of Newt Williams, 50, who died Monday the 15th late in the afternoon after being horribly beaten over his face and head with some heavy, blunt instrument. The alleged crime ewas committed in the northern part of Edwardsville precinct, near the line of Beat 3. The warrants for the two men was sworn out by Sheriff Rowell before Judge Glasgow. State law enforcement officers John Draper and H.M. Burrow of Oxford, cooperated in the investigation, resulting in the arrests of the two accused men. ____ DR. W.A. NEAL BURIED SUNDAY AT HEFLIN Anniston, Ala., April 21st Funeral services for Dr. William Alexander Neal, age 70, who died at his home in Oxford Saturday morning at 3:45 o'clock, will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the residence with Rev. S.E. Hodges of the First Presbyterian church of Anniston in charge. Interment will take place in the Heflin cemetery. Dr. Neal, who moved to Oxford six years ago after practicing his profession for many years in Heflin, had been in ill health for about a year. He is survived by his wife, a daughter Mrs. Haston B. Hollis of Heflin; five sons, Dr. M.P. Neal of University of Missouri; Dr. T.C. Neal of Anniston; Dr. W.A. Neal Jr. of Oxford; and Dr. R.D. Neal of Brewton; Dr. H.D. Neal of New Orleans; a brother Dr. T.A. Neal of Orlando, Florida and a sister living in San Domingo, California. Pallbearers were J.A. Owens, Fred Osborn, H.A. McMurray, B.S. Doran, Judge W.B. Merrill and B.P. Hollis. ___ MRS. CHASTIN BURIED Funeral services for Mrs. Will Chastin, age 50, who was found death in bed at her home at Fruithurst Saturday morning the 13th, were held Monday afternoon from the late home, interment eing mde at Waco with F.P. Owens Co. of Heflin in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Chastin ws generally beloved by the people of the Fruithurst section and her death created a profound shock. The Tallapoosa Journal --- Mrs. Chastin was a sister of L.N. and Roy Starr of Heflin and G.P. Starr of Chandler Springs. All extend sympathy to the bereaved relatives. ___ LOCAL News H.J.L. McCaghren is recovering from injuries recieved when the automobile he was driving turned over on the highway near McElroy's store in Trickem. Jack suffered a broken collarbone and his daughter Hattie received a dislocated arm and bruises. ___ GOOSE NECK News Mrs. Henry Morrison and children M.L., Carl, Wilmer and Ross spent Saturday and Sunday with her daughter Mrs. A.O. Hammond. __ File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/al/cleburne/newspapers/newspape522gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/alfiles/ File size: 18.3 Kb