Randolph County AlArchives News.....Newspaper abstracts for JUNE 1926 June 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: C. Teal Gravelle tealtree@comcast.net July 3, 2006, 2:11 am The Roanoke Leader June 1926 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE ROANOKE LEADER", Roanoke, Randolph County, Alabama for JUNE 1926 NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, June 2, 1926 WEDOWEE News May 31st Mrs. Judge Whaley who suffered a stroke of paralysis about ten days ago, died at her home here Monday morning and burial took place that afternoon at the Masonic cemetery. The husband of the deceased died about two months ago. Four children survive this aged couple. ---- VINEYARD FAMILY REUNION On Sunday, May 23rd at the home of Mr. I.W. Vineyard on route 2, was a family reunion of the children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends of the late Dr. J.L. Vineyard. All the children were present except one daughter who lives in Texas. There were between 60 and 70 relatives and friends present. At noon a table laden with all kinds of good things to eat was spread out in picnic style and everybody was busy for some time. In the afternoon, Rev. O.A. Moore gave a very helpful and interesting talk; also several others made good talks. It was decided to make the reunion an annual affair to be held every year in July. The day will long be remembered by those present as one of the most enjoyable affairs we have been permitted to attend. How thankful we are for the friendship and loving association of relatives and friends. "Uncle" Leonard Vineyard of Texas said he might be back next year with us. T.L. Vineyard, M.D., LaGrange, Georgia, May 26th ----- LOCAL News The Leader has just received notice of the death of Mr. Pat Garvey in LaFayette, Ga., where he and Mrs. Garvey moved to a few months ago from this place. Many friends here will learn with regret of the passing of this popular gentleman. --- The Leader learns of the death in Lowell on Sunday of Miss Winnie Ray. Burial ocurred at Conford in Clay county on Monday. --- Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Cunningham of Springfield were called to Montgomery last Friday by the death of the latter's father Mr. J.B. Weathers. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, June 9, 1926 MR. F.P. MULLENDORE DIED IN ANNISTON ON MONDAY Mr. O.L. Mullendore and family left Monday night for Anniston in response to a message announcing the death of the former's father Mr. F.P. Mullendore, which occurred at 6:30 Monday evening at the home of another son residing in that city. The deceased spent several months here, returning to Anniston only a few weeks ago. He had been in such condition of health that his death was the occasion of no surprise. He was about 74 years of age. His wife died several years ago. Mr. Mullendore resided for a long time at Munford, Talladega county, where he was esteemed as an upright and useful citizen. The interment occurred Tuesday at Bethlehem, the old burying ground near Munford. --- DEATH OF AN AGED LADY IN ROCK STAND Rock Stand, June 8th This community was saddened early Monday morning when the death angel visited the home of Mrs. Tishie Henry and bore her immortal spirit away. She had been suffering for several weeks and the end was not unexpected. Her long and useful life was spent mostly in this community where she was loved and respected by all. Mrs. Henry was born in the year 1839. She leaves several children and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn her going. She was laid to rest in Union Hill cemetery on Tuesday morning. ---- WEDOWEE News June 8th Supt. and Mrs. Hendon attended the funeral of the latter's grandfather, Mr. Wiley Bean, aged 80, who died Sunday at his home near Delta. --- WEHADKEE News June 7th Mr. Charlie Powers, an aged citizen, is very low at the home of his daughter Mrs. Hattie Barrett and is not expected to live many days. --- Mr. Grady Cook and Miss Ruby Norred motored over in Georgia on Friday afternoon and were happily married. --- NEW HOPE News June 7th At the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Huey on Sunday, all of their children and grandchildren enjoyed a big dinner. The day was very much enjoyed by all present. There were eight children in the family and twenty one grandchildren present. ---- ROCK MILLS News June 7th A large crowd witnessed the ceremony of the unveiling of the Woodman monument at Rock Mills Sunday afternoon in memory of W.G. Toler. Mr. E.G. Jordan was in charge of the impressive service. --- LOCAL News Mrs. Lula Birdsong had as her guest last week her uncle Mr. T.S. Reaves from Norfolk, Virginia, and aunt Miss Lula Reaves from Oxford, a brother Mr. A.H. Heflin and family of Atlanta, and a cousin Mr. L.R. Kerr and family from Opelika. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, June 16, 1926 WEDOWEE News June 15th Mr. R.Y. Bailey had as his guest during the past week his brother-in-law Mr. B.B. Harkins of Augusta, Georgia. Mr. Bailey, having his vacation at this time, entertained his guest with a camp on the river. They report plenty of fish during the entire time spent on camp. Mrs. Bailey accompanied Mr. Harkins on his return home for a visit to her sister Mrs. Harkins. --- The Ku Klux Klan stated a parade in Wedowee on Sunday night. --- VISITOR TO ROANOKE DIED SUDDENLY IN CITY Mr. H.G. Thomas came up from Lanett last Friday to visit his daughter Mrs. W.B. Smith in Lowell. He was apparently in good health, though 77 years of age. Shortly after arriving here he was taken sick and died at one o'clock Saturday morning. The body was taken to LaGrange and laid to rest on Sunday. --- CAPTAIN HILL ATTENDS BIRTHDAY OF COMRADE Your correspondent enoyed the pleasure of attending the 81st birthday of comrade J.T. Shelnutt near New Hope last Friday. Bro. Shelnutt is now experiencing very feeble health, though the visit of many friends and relatives buoyed him up no little. The thought that he was not forgotten was to him refreshing, indeed. His five sons, many relatives and numerous friends, to the number perhaps of one hundred and fifty, spent the day with him feasting and singing from the Old Sacred Harp, the music, which old timers so fondly cherish. The bounteous spread was sufficient for as many more. Good will and the brotherhood of mankind beamed from the countenances of all present and the inspiration seemed to be contagious among the numerous children gracing this large gathering. Comrade Shelnutt was a valiant Confederate soldier in the War Between the States and when the war was ended he settled down to his chosen profession, farming, meantime raising a family and practicing a peaceable citizenship. Those present, I am sure, congratulate Bro. Shelnutt on his ripe old age and pray this will not be his last natal day, and that they may again enjoy meeting with him one year hence. It was animating and exhilarating, indeed, for an observer to sit and listen to these grayheaded old timers, with faulty teeth and cracked articulation, singing the sacred songs of the Old Harp with the melody of a lark on a spring morning after a refreshing shower. G.O. Hill, Wedowee, June 12th, 1926. ---- LOCAL News Mrs. J.H. Johnson and daughter Miss Mildred of Albertville, while visiting relatives at Standing Rock and Lineville, paid a short visit to Roanoke friends on Tuesday. Before her marriage, Mrs. Johnson was Miss Eula Hines and will be pleasantly remembered by those who knew her here where she formerly taught. --- RADNEY'S CHAPEL News Mr. Thomas Hodges had the misfortune to fall on his axe while cutting a bee tree Saturday night and cut his right knee very badly. --- ROCK SPRINGS News June 14th A birthday dinner was enjoyed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Mickle last Sunday, it being Mrs. Mickle's 53rd birthday. All the children were present except a son and daughter who reside at Langdale. At the noon hour a bountiful dinner was spread. Forty-three were present to enjoy the day. --- Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Osborne of Lowell spent Saturday night with the latter's brother Mr. Grover Workman. --- BROUGHTON News June 15th Mrs. J.L. Hodges left last Thursday to join her husband in Akron, Ohio, accompanied by Mrs. Barbara Wilder of Level Road. --- TWO FAMILY REUNIONS IN TOWN LAST SUNDAY Roanoke was the scene last Sunday of two happy family reunions. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Hester, forty members of their family assembled and dined together. Included were all of their seven children, Messrs. M.T., W.R. and J.F. Hester and Mesdames W.A. Vowell, E.M. Pace, J.B. Larrimore and J.H. Dean. Mr. Pace and Mr. Dean were also present. All the grandchildren were present but five and a number of great grandchildren were in the gathering. The occasion was the celebration of the birthday of Mrs. H.E. Hester. Another old and prominent family meeting in reunion the same day was the mother, aunts and only uncle of Mrs. Mary East at her home. The surviving members of the original family who were here for this occasion were Mesdames Mollie Ellington and W.S. Dunkin of Gold Hill; Mrs. Bettie Vinson of Roanoke; Mrs. Rebecca Bishop of Roanoke and W.A. Burden of Roanoke. All are over 70 years of age. A number of others connected with this family were present. ---- LOCAL News Mrs. Frank Pate of Shawmut is spending this week with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Joe Allen. --- Mrs. L.S. Strickland and Mrs. G.F. Bennett of Atlanta are visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. Cagle. Mrs. Strickland will leave in a few week for Minneapolis, Minn., to make that her home. --- Mrs. Oscar H. Holland and little daughter Jane came over Sunday from Monticello, Ga., to spend some days with her aunt, Mrs. J.A. Carlisle. Mrs. Holland will be remembered here as Miss Emmie Pound. --- It is our wish to thank our neighbors and physicians for their kindness during the illness and death of our sister Mrs. Vannie Williams. May God bless each of you is our prayer. Mr. and Mrs. John McClendon, Elic McClendon ---- Mrs. Gus Jones is expecting her parents Mr. and Mrs. R.O. Campbell, her brother James, and sister Mrs. H.C. Short to arrive from Fitzpatrick to spend tomorrow with her. --- Mrs. Larrimore of Gulfport, Miss., will remain over several days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Hester, coming to attend the family reunion on Sunday. --- Mrs. F.E. Clark has received announcement of a new granddaughter, named Bettie, born to Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Sheppard of Baton Rouge, La., on June 7th. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, June 23, 1926 SUDDEN DEATH CAME TO MR. H.H. REDMOND ON FRIDAY MORNING Another weary traveler on life's journey laid down his burden and entered into rest when death called Mr. H.H. Redmond last Friday at his home several miles west of town. Mr. Redmond was more than 79 years of age and had been in feeble health for several years. But he was as well as usual and sitting in a chair reading when the final call came. Mr. Redmond was an upright citizen and had long been a loyal member of the Methodist church at Mt. Olive. Funeral services were held at Lane's Chapel on Saturday afternoon, conducted by Revs. J.H. McConath and N.H. Abernathy who paid tribute to this good man. The church was filled with friends and relatives. Mr. Redmond and his wife reared a worthy family of boys and girls, among whom are Mr. ? Redmond, Mrs. John Sledge and Mrs. James Sledge of this city. --- CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the many friends and neighbors and especially the good ladies and girls of Rock Stand community for their devoted kindness and sympathy shown us during the sickness and death of our mother and grandmother. May the Lord's richest blessings rest on each and every one is our prayer. J.C. Burke Alice Burke Myrtis Phillips W.J. Burke ---- HOPEWELL News June 21st Miss Claude Nelson spent Saturday and Sunday at Union Hill with Mr. Jeff Nelson. His son Wyatt died Saturday morning of the fever. He was 18 years old. --- LOCAL News Jack, the 10 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. C.G. Roberts, died in Dallas, Texas last Thursday. Mrs. Roberts was formerly Miss Annie Maude Weathers of this county. --- Mr. D.H. Braswell had as his guests this week his brothers, Mr. D.M. Braswell of Tifton, Georgia and Mr. H.R. Braswell of Dallas, Texas. The latter had never been to Roanoke before and was surprised and delighted with what he found here. --- C.F. Daugherty of Union, South Carolina has been spending several days here with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. N.S. Daugherty. --- Mrs. Mollie Lane has returned from Eufaula and Birmingham where she has been visiting her daughters Mrs. Alto Matthews and Mrs. Ben Redmond. --- Mrs. W.P. East was stricken with paralysis on Tuesday afternoon. Henry East and Mrs. H.F. Limmer arrived last night from Birmingham to attend their mother. --- Fred Redmond who accompanied his parents here from Birmingham to attend the funeral of Mr. H.H. Redmond, will remain here the balance of the summer. --- The Leader enjoyed a call on Friday from Guy Amos who was reared in Roanoke but who is now a successful business citizen of Birmingham. He came over to visit his aunt and sisters near Wedowee and will proceed to Florida. Mr. Amos had the misfortune to lose his wife after an illness of six weeks, the first of May. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, June 30, 1926 REMAINS OF FIVE POINTS LADY RESTS IN ROCK MILLS Rock Mills, June 28th The remains of Mrs. John Still were brought from Five Points here for interment Friday afternoon. Mrs. Still was apparently in good health when she retired Wednesday night, but was found dead on her porch shortly after midnight. She was reared in this community and had lived here all her life until two years ago. It was evident that she was highly esteemed in her new home by the number of friends who accompanied the body to its last resting place. Four children and a husband are left to mourn her passing away. ---- MRS. W.P. EAST DIED AT HOME IN ROANOKE TODAY Mrs. W.P. East, who was stricken with paralysis on Tuesday of last week, died at 10:30 this morning at her home in this place. She was 66 years of age and is survived by her husband and nine (?) children, four daughters and three sons . Annoucement of funeral arrangements has not been made as the Leader goes to press. ---- YOUNG NEGRO IS KILLED BY FALLING TREE MONDAY Monday morning, Sherman Bell, nearly grown son of Dock Bell, a well known colored citizen of this place, was killed by a tree falling on him a mile east of town. He was working with a bunch of men who were felling trees on a right of way when he was struck and his neck was broken. The tragedy is greatly regretted by all. ---- W.J. LANDERS DIED AT HIME IN THIS CITY TUESDAY Mr. W.J. Landers died at his home in Roanoke near the noon hour on Tuesday. The interment will be at 3 this afternoon at Antioch, near Double Head. Funeral services will be conducted by Revs. G.D. Hunt and N.H. Abernathy. Mr. Landers had been in feeble health for a year or more, but was doing as well as usual until Sunday night, when he was taken seriously ill and grew worse until death relieved him of his sufferings. A wife and nine children survive him. Mr. Landers spent most of his life of more than 76 years in Chambers county where he had many friends who esteemed him for his good many qualities as a neighbor and a citizen. ---- LEVEL ROAD News June 28th Mr. Harvey Browning of near Roanoke and Miss Estelle Tarver of this place were happily married yesterday morning. --- NEW HOPE News June 28th The news last Thursday of the death of Rev. W.H. Stevens of Cullman county was very sad to this community, where he had spent most of his life, having moved away just a few years ago. He was a leading preacher in the C.M. Church. --- LOCAL News Mr. John K. Tenant has brought to the office of The Leader an old yellow tax receipt for the year 1867. It show sthat Mr. R.L. Tenant had 80 acres of land listed at one dollar per acre and that the tax paid on it was 48 cents. How times have changed! ---- Mrs. Mary Mooty of Texas, Georgia is visiting her son A.A. Mooty and family here. --- S.F. Wood who is spending some time with his father M.W. Wood at Wadley, was a caller at this office yesterday. He displayed a silver half dollar bearing the date of 1805. --- The Leader is in receipt of a letter from James E. Yates who was reared near Woodland. The many friends of Mr. Yates will be pleased to know that he now has a position as night clerk with the Florida Hotel in St. Augustine. --- File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/al/randolph/newspapers/newspape1033gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/alfiles/ File size: 17.1 Kb