Randolph County AlArchives News.....Newspaper Abstracts for SEPT 1927 September 1927 ************************************************ 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 14, 2006, 10:28 pm The Roanoke Leader September 1927 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE ROANOKE LEADER", Roanoke, Randolph County, Alabama for SEPTEMBER 1927 NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, September 7, 1927 MR. F.M. BURDETT DIED ON FRIDAY; Was An Honored Citizen of Chambers County A citizen who had long stood as a bulwark for personal and civil righteousness in this section of Alabama was Mr. F. Monroe Burdett, who passed to his eternal reward at his home six miles southwest of Roanoke at two o'clock last Friday afternoon. Mr. Burdett had spent practically all of his long and useful life of over 77 years in this vicinity. He was known and esteemed by a large circle of acquaintences for his stalwart christian character. Mr. Burdett was a devoted and active member of the Methodist church, serving in official capacity and in earlier life rendered service as a local preacher. He was a charter member of the church at Mt. Olive. He was formerly a member of the old Lane's Chapel organization where the funeral services were held and interment made at three o'clock Sunday afternoon. A very large concourse was present to pay respect to the memory of this good and faithful servant of the Lord. The eulogy was delivered by Rev. J.T. Nolan, former pastor and intimate friends of the deceased. Mr. Burdett was preceded to the other world by his devoted companion about two years ago. They left no children. A number of relatives and a host of friends mourn the passing of one whose influence has blessed many lives. ---- MRS. TURNHAM GETS VERDICT AGAINST F. DORMAN The jury in the case of Mrs. Curtis Turnham against Frank Dorman awarded the plaintiff damages of $7,500. in a sealed report to Judge S.L. Brewer late Thursday afternoon. The damage suit came as a result of the killing of Curtis Turnham by Frank Dorman about two years ago when Turnham and Dorman became engaged in a quarrel in the latter's store over an account of the Yates Piano Company of Roanoke, a firm represented by the deceased. The case attracted considerable interest and drew a large crowd of court fans to LaFayette this week. Two days were required to dispose of the case. It is said by those who are familiar with the court records that this is the first damage suit cause of this nature to be tried in the Chambers county courts during the past thirty years. The LaFayette Sun ---- CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the dear friends and neighbors of Flat Rock for the kindness and sympathy shown us during the sickness and death of our dear husband and father. May God's richest blessings rest upon each of you. He was called to a home where there will be no more pain and suffering. We loved him, but the angels love him best. Mrs. J.H. Bailey M.G. Bailey J.E. Bailey J.H. Bailey Jr. Mollie Bailey G.W. Bailey T.J. Bailey ---- CARD OF THANKS During the illness and upon the occasion of the death and funeral of our brother and uncle Mr. F.M. Burdett, the kindness and sympathy of friends was so generously shown that we wish to make public acknowledgement of same. Nothing was left undone that could make for the comfort of our loved on in his suffering. The physician, nurse and neighbors were very attentive. We wish also to express thanks to those who took part in the funeral and burial, especially Rev. J.T. Nolen who came quite a distance to render this last service. Mrs. J.T. Brown Nephews and Nieces ---- COLORED CITIZEN DEAD J.H. Heflin, colored, died August 26, 1927. He had a host of friends, both colored and white, to attend his funeral. We want to thank our friends who helped us during his illness. They did not let him suffer for anything he wanted. We want to thank the doctors of Roanoke who did everything they could. Last of all we want to thank Judge Heflin for the good address he gave. It not only did the family good but the entire congregation. We colored people need more talks like Judge Heflin's. Queenie Heflin and family A.H. Heflin and family M.G. Tolbert and family ---- NEWS OF SANITORIUM Huett Cofield, who had the misfortune to have his leg broken last Thursday by being run over by a truck, is doing well. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, September 14, 1927 ROANOKE LOSES AGED CITIZEN IN DEATH OF MRS. WILLIAM A. WHITE When Mrs. William A. White closed her eyes in the last sleep at eleven o'clock last Sunday evening, Sept. 11th, at the home in Roanoke where she had lived so long, this city lost one of its oldest and most loved residents. Mrs. White was born in Roanoke nearly 74 years ago, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M.J. Mickle, and her entire life wad been identified with this town. Of one of the best pioneer families of this section, Mrs. White was one of the community's most loyal and useful members. She was married to Dr. William A. White when both were at the age of seventeen, 57 years ago. At that time she joined the Methodist church and was an active member and teacher in the Sunday school for years. Mrs. White gave herself in loyal service to her family and friends, ministering to the sick and sorrowing in her days of health and strength. Hence it is not strange that in her latter days, being afflicted for years, she had the loving attentions of those about her. In her last illness she was cheerful and appreciative, ready to go, though bound by ties of tender affection to her husband, her son and her grandchildren, some of whom she had reared since the loss of their parents. A large and representative gathering of friends and relatives bringing offerings of flowers, assembled at the Methodist church at three Monday afternoon to witness the late rites in memory of one the the oldest members, conducted by her pastor Rev. N.H. Abernethy, assisted by Rev. W.E. Lockler, pastor of the Baptist church. Interment followed in the large family lot in the midst of the cemetery of this city. --- DEATH CLAIMED MRS. SAMUEL HENDERSON ON MONDAY Early Monday morning, Sept. 12th, Mrs. Samuel Henderson was claimed by death at her home two miles northwest of Roanoke, death being unexpected at the time, though she had been in feeble health for quite a while. Funeral services were held at the home at 2 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. N.H. Abernethy, music being furnished from a few singers from this city. Interment was made in the Roanoke cemetery. Mrs. Henderson belonged to one of the old and well known families which figured in the early development of ths section, being the daughter of the late Mr. and Mr. G.G. Pate. She was born near this place but the past twenty years she has lived elsewhere, coming here with her husband a few months ago from Birmingham. The deceased is survived by her husband, the Hon. Samuel Henderson, her son Mr. Byrd Blake and her daughter Miss Ione Blake, all of this community. ---- AYRES IS DEVELOPING GOLD MINE PROPERTY IN NORTH RANDOLPH Work is being done on J.D. Ayres' gold property on the Randolph and Cleburne county line. This property is located on the south slope of Turkey Heaven Mountain, five miles south of the noted Arbacoochee gold mine, three miles west of Stone Hill Copper mines and three miles west of Pinetuckey gold mines. The vein is cut in several places for a distance of about one fourth of a mile. Mr. George Cain, an experienced gold miner, is superintending the work. He says the ore will run thirty dollars per ton. It is predicted by mining men that this will prove one of the best paying gold mines that has been discovered in Alabama, as there are millions of tons of ore in sight and the situation of the vein makes it easily accessible. ---- BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION IN WADLEY LAST SUNDAY Mrs. Glenn Jordan with members of her family attended the celebration in Wadley on Sunday of the 71st birthday of her mother Mrs. C.C. Treadwell. All of the daughters were present except one. The two sons were absent. Fourteen grandchildren were in the company. A number of presents were bestowed upon the good mother who in turn, presented each of her children with a beautiful bed spread she had made. Besides the children living near by, there were present Dr. and Mrs. Walter Ganey of Ft. Miles, Florida. --- NEWELL News Sept. 12th Last Saturday afternoon at about four o'clock, death came to the home of Mr. Henry Heard and took away Mrs. Nancy Cofield. She was one of the oldest persons, probably the oldest, in this part of the county. She was ninety-one years of age and leaves eight children and a great number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her life has been well spent and we are sure that she is far better off than ever before. Her children and relatives have the sympathy of the people of this community. ---- CARD OF APPRECIATION We wish to express our appreciation and love for the many acts of kindness and thoughtfulness to us during the sickness and at the time of the death and funeral of our loved one. We thank our neighbors and friends for their constant service and loving sympathy, the nurse and doctor for their untiring effort. May God's richest blessings rest upon each of you is our prayer. Dr. Wm. A. White Mr. and Mrs. John E. White Lester White Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sharman Mrs. Lawrence Smith W.D. Parrish Mrs. J.L. Weathers ---- LOCAL News Mr. Hoke Cook who has been living in San Francisco, left today for New York City after a visit to relatives in Randolph county. --- Mrs. R.H. Dunlap and son Robert of Columbus are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Mitchell. --- Mrs. Todd of Charlottesville, N.C. is visiting her brother Mr. H.C. Culp who is confined to his room by illness. --- Mrs. G.H. Wade and children of Chattanooga and Mr. and Mrs. L.H. Harmon of Carrollton, Ga., were the guests on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. T.E. Landers. Mrs. Wade and Mrs. Harmon are sisters of Mr. Landers. --- Mrs. Lawrence Smith of Jacksonville, Fla., and Will Parrish of Birmingham, who were called here last week by the fatal illness of their grandmother Mrs. W.A. White, have returned home. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, September 21, 1927 LOCAL SANITORIUM News T.J. Shelnutt, one of Roanoke's finest young men, is critically ill with typhoid fever. A tranfusion of blood was given him on Sunday afternoon. Over thirty men volunteered to give blood. Ed Owens of Lowell was chosen. --- Mrs. M.C. Cotney died at the hospital at an early hour this morning. She will be buried at Daviston near her late home Thursday morning. She leaves ten children. --- FORMER RANDOLPH COUNTY LADY IS BURIED AT CONCORD Mrs. Bud Sexton died at her home in Langdale last Thursday after a period of ill health extending over several years. Her remains were brought Friday afternoon to Concord where interment was made. She was known by old friends in this community as Miss Lizzie Marshall, a sister of the late Mr. John C. Marshall. She is survived by her husband and nine children, six sons and three daughters. She was a sister-in-law of Mrs. C.F. Birdsong of this city. She was about 58 years of age. ---- STANDING ROCK News Sept. 19th Mrs. W.J. Farrar has been in the Roanoke Sanatorium since last Friday and underwent an operation on Sept. 19th. --- FOREST HOME News Sept. 19th This community was saddened last Wednesday when death called one of our beloved friends, "Uncle" Bill Shelnutt. He leaves four children, a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing away. Death occurred Wednesday about noon and he was laid to rest in Lebanon cemetery on Thursday at 11 a.m. --- HAYWOOD News Sept. 19th We were made sad last week when we received the news of the death of Mrs. Mat Helms at Carrollton. She was one of our old neighbors. --- Mr. William Jones had the misfortune to have his house burned Saturday afternoon. Almost everything he had was destroyed. --- WEHADKEE News Sept. 19th Mrs. Julia Webb died last Friday at her home near Omaha, following a stroke of paralysis. The deceased was 66 years old and had been a member of the Baptist church for many years. She was the mother of 13 children, 10 living. Her husband Mr. F.E. Webb preceded her across the river of death fifteen years ago. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. A.H. Prince at Big Springs on Saturday afternoon in the presence of a large congregation. --- CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our appreciation and love for the kindness shown us by our neighbors and friends during the sickness and death of our dear father and grandfather. May God's richest blessings rest upon each of you. W.N. Shelnutt's Children and Grandchildren ---- LOCAL News W.F. Lee was in town Monday and reports that his brother Homer is convalescing from a spell of typhoid fever. --- Ruben Williamson of Wedowee left Thursday for Oklahoma City to take up work there with the newspaper of that city. --- L. Humphries and Charles Holloway left Sunday for Demopolis where they expect to work at the carpenter's trade. --- W.M. Traylor of Carrollton was here on Saturday to be with his father who was ill and in the local hospital. --- The editor of The Leader regrets to note the sudden death last Wednesday of Mr. W.N. Shelnutt at Center Point. He was eighty years of age, a good citizen and a long time friend and subscriber to The Leader. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Wednesday, September 28, 1927 DEATH OF FORMER RANDOLPH COUNTY MAN IN FLORIDA Friends in Roanoke received the distressing news last Thursday of the death that day in St. Petersburg, Florida of Mr. H. Dillard Hunter, who, with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Hunter, formerly of Roanoke. Interment was made Friday in the adopted city of the Hunters. The deceased went to Florida a number of years ago, locating first in Jacksonville and had built up a prosperous drug business in St. Petersburg. The untimely end of this fine young man is greatly regretted by all who knew him. The following account is taken from the St. Petersburg Times of Sept. 23rd: Henry Dillard Hunter, 33, proprietor of the Hunter Drug Store in the Suwannee Hotel, died at the Mound Park Hospital at 5:15 yesterday afternoon from acute kidney trouble. Mr. Hunter was taken suddenly ill Tuesday night at his home at 845 Twenty-First Ave, N. Physicians found his condition so serious that they took him to the hospital Wednesday morning. He passed away yesterday afternoon. Mr. Hunter was one of the most popular druggists in the state and was widely known. He came to Florida in 1917. Four years ago he came to St. Petersburg and became the active manager of the Gary - Hunter Company, which owned a chain of four stores in this city. Later he moved to Tampa but returned to become the proprietor of the Hunter Drug Store in the Suwannee Hotel which he opened in January of this year. The deceased was born in Alabama. He leaves a widow and one child, a son, aged three, Gary Hunter. His father and mother Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Hunter reside in this city. A sister Mrs. Leonard Selz and a brother J.F. Hunter reside in Tampa. He wa a Mason, Shriner and a member of the First Baptist church of this city. ---- MISS CARRIE LEE TATUM DIED MONDAY AT LANETT Miss Carrie Lee Tatum died at 9:30 Monday morning at the hospital in Langdale, following an operation of one week ago. The funeral was conducted at three Tuesday afternoon in the Methodist church at Lanett and intrment was in the West Point cemetery. A large concourse attended the services, among the number were Mr. and Mrs. S.H. Tatum, Mr. and Mrs. P.B. Smith and Rev. R.M. Archibald, all of this place. The latter had part in the services which were conducted by the pastor, Rev. I.T. Carlton. Miss Tatum was a lovable, useful young woman, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Tatum. She lacked just one year of finishing her college course and was engaged in teaching at Lanett so as to be able to complete her studies next year. She was a devoted church worker. ---- WEHADKEE News Sept. 26th Mrs. E.F. Hill from Frolona, Georgia visited her sister Mrs. S.D. Lewis the latter part of last week. --- REMINISCENCES OF OLDEN DAYS IN CITY AND RANDOLPH COUNTY, by Samuel Henderson Friends of the long ago, Mack Mickle, Charley Prescott, Fount Randle, Dave Manley, Bud White, Capt. Ford and that brave and great hearted son of his Bob Ford, Jim Radney, Jim Ward, Al Driver, Van Hudson and others. As I recall Roanoke and Randolph county in those days their forms go trooping past, and once more I live in the days past and gone. These splendid gentlemen need no tribute. Insensibly, it may be, they stamped their characters on the times and Randolph has the heritage, and we, the few survivors, as their phantom forms crowd memory, sign for the strong handclasp that meant so much of fidelity. It is said that as we grow old we live in the past, and if the memory of the friendships of youth means that, let me live forever in the past. And not so long after I knew and loved them came that devoted minister, Moses L. Whitten, pastor of the Methodist church, to be succeeded by the sainted John B. Stevenson, father of those Stevenson boys who have so deeply identified themselves with the best of Randolph county. By and by came the railroad, extension of Georgia Central to Roanoke. Kyle was the first conductor, as I recall it, and John Ray, safest of engineers, pulled the train. Away back in those old days, the train was mixed, freight and passenger; and at Moore's cut, below LaFayette, occasionally the heavy grade compelled the crew to cut the train in two and pull it over the grade in sections. It was then that your little city shook herself, flung off the garments of remote seclusion, and girded herself for place among Lee, Chambers and good old Georgia gave us their best. Added to Roanoke's fine citizenship came men like Morgan Schuessler, Burrell Jones, Rowland Griffin, Tom Pinckard, Lige Satterwhite, Walter Kirk, Al and Berry Driver, the Carlisles and a lot of others of like calibre; and by and by Ponder established the first bank to be succeeded by Vaughn, Joe Wright and Henry Knight. Then the little City attracted Campbell & Wright Jr., worthy sons of that fine old Tuskegee of Campbell & Wright, known for more than half a century before for old time honesty and straight dealing. Let me not forget that Leonidas Jones, father of Burrell Jones, was principal of the school, still Roanoke's most highly prized possession. I note now that all former steps of progress have been eclipsed by new and stronger strides, until all the old and familiar landmarks are obscured by better things. Here's wishing continued prosperity to this good town. S. Henderson ---- LOCAL News Mr. and Mrs. Allen Taylor arrived last week from Arkansas to visit relatives and friends in this county, their old home, after an absence of 31 years spent in Texas and Arkansas. Mrs. Taylor is a sister of Mr. A.C. Park, and Mesdames Sue and Carrie Pittman of this place. She took them by surprise and they were not able to recognize her. The occasion was one of much pleasure to the visitors and their loved ones here, marred only by the illness of Mr. Park who is now an invalid, following a long illness. --- File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/al/randolph/newspapers/newspape1048gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/alfiles/ File size: 19.8 Kb