Coweta County GaArchives News.....Newspaper Abstracts for MARCH 1909 March 1909 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/gafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: C T Gravelle http://www.genrecords.net/emailregistry/vols/00023.html#0005680 August 11, 2006, 12:01 am The Herald & Advertiser March 1909 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE HERALD & ADVERTISER", Newnan, Coweta County, Georgia for MARCH 1909 NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, March 5, 1909 LONE OAK News March 2nd News of the critical illness of Mrs. S.F. Culpepper at her home in Greenville brings regret and anxiety to our community. Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Culpepper and Prof. H.L. Culpepper left for Greenville this afternoon in response to more recent news of her condition. --- MT. CARMEL News Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Rigsby and daughters spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Portwood. --- Mr. Sam Portwood of Douglas county is visiting his brother Mr. Howard Portwood. --- OWENSY - WOODS Marriage On Feb. 28th, at the home of the bride's father near Corinth, a happy event took place. The occasion was the marriage of Mr. Robert Claude Woods and Miss Adagene Owensby, both of Corinth. The ceremony was performed by Rev. V.A. Ham of Newnan. Monday evening in Newnan at the home of Mr. S.W. Woods, father of the groom, the young couple and quite a number of invited guests assembled to enjoy the sumptuous feast prepared in honor of the couple. The table was laden with rich viands, tempting to the most delicate appetite. The joy of the occasion was evident as was manifested by the happy mood that characterized each one present. Mr. Woods is a prosperous farmer near Corinth and a son of Mr. S.W. Woods of Newnan. Mrs. Woods is the lovely and accomplished daughter of Mr. Jeff Owensby of Corinth. The bride and groom are both very popular as was shown by the large crowd that assembled to witness the ceremony. Their host of friends extend to them warm congratulations and best wishes. --- TRIBUTE OF LOVE IN THE DEATH OF MRS. CHARLIE CARTER I avail myself of this opportunity to pay the last tribute of respect, friendship and affection to the memory of Mrs. Charlie Carter. On Jan. 26, 1909, death, the silent messenger that carries us to that mysterious bourne, claimed for its own one of our brightest jewels, Mrs. C.W. Carter. She had been a patient sufferer through most of her married life; but "the Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away." Mrs. Carter was 49 years of age. Four children blessed this happy union. Two are left to mourn her death besides her husband, an aged mother, one sister and one brother. She lived a consistent Christian life, loved by everyone who knew her. She was devoted to her husband and children and a radiant light in the pathway of all the lives that she crossed. Christ's kingdom on earth has lost a choice spirit, but the world is better because of her having lived in it. God's providence are not always understood by man. Although not permitted to attend her church regularly on account of her health, yet she was always ready to speak to a wanderer from the fold and lead them aright. We feel that she merits the highest eulogium ever pronounced upon woman, that which fell from the lips of the blessed Nazarene when He said of Mary of Bethany, "she hath done what she could." If we could catch some clearer vision of these eternal truths it would bind us closer to the cause and kingdom of God; it would help us draw nearer to God and draw Him nearer to us; it would help heal the broken hearts. It is written that she is an heir of God and ajoint heir with Christ and that she shall enter into rest that awaits the people of God and that He shall wipe all tears from their eyes. Funeral services were conducted at Sargent by Rev. F.J. Amis and Rev. J.W. McLeod. The interment was at Old Lebanon church. Let us spend our lives that we soon may received a joyous welcome on the shore of that bright beyond. The many beautiful flowers that covered the casket typified how pure and noble her sweet life was. But weep not for her, for she is now at rest, sweet rest. "Gather ye rosebuds while ye may For old Time is still flying, The same flowers that bloom today, Tommorow may be dying." Alice Ingram, Feb. 23rd. --- IN MEMORY OF CAPT. HENRY A. NORTH I had a very slight acquaintance with Capt. North before I joined his company in the latter part of '62. In a short time I was elected orderly sergeant and served in that capacity until the close of the war. The relations between a Captain and his Orderly are very close. I had an opportunity to know him as well as I ever knew any man. He had some noble traits of character, second to none is sympathy. He loved his men and sympathized with them in their hardships and trials and would not ask them to go father than we would. He was loyal to the Confederate cause. He fougnt because he thought it was his duty to his county and his home. He did not seek promotion although he was entitled to and was offered advancement. He was not after reputation alone but the character he built will live and his good works will follow him. He was as watchful and faithful on duty as was Morgan or Stuart and as grand and fearless in battle as Forrest or Wheeler. He gave his superior officers no trouble. He was as obedient to authority as a servant; as Ben Hill said of Gen. Lee, "He was a foe without malice or hatred, a soldier without cruelty." I never heard him use a profane word in my life. He put his faith and trust in the Lord. On the 26th day of April, forty-four years ago, he ordered his company to stack arms; that Gen. Johnston's Army had capitulated; and on the 4th day of May we were paroled and he and I rode horseback together from Charlotte, N.C. to our homes. We talked of subjegation and Lincoln's emancipation proclamation and his assassination and expected confiscation and oh, how blue I was! But Capt. North looked on the bright side of things and seemed more cheerful. He was devoted to his family, a good neighbor and a true and faithful friend. To the family and kindred I tender my condolence. J.B. Walker, Turin, Ga., Feb. 25, 1909. ---- OBITUARY OF ELIZA WARE DANIEL Eliza Ware Daniel was born in Heard county, Georgia fifty-eight years ago. She was married to Edmond S. Daniel. About thirty-nine years ago she united with Bethel church in Heard county, being baptized by Rev. Geo. W. Colquitt. In the home, as a wife and mother and as a neighbor, she bore testimony of love for her Master in taking the bible as her guide in the duties of life. During her sickness she many times expressed to the family her willingness to die. On Feb. 5, 1909 she died and was buried in Palmetto. She leaves a husband, five sons and six daughters to mourn their loss. Bereaved ones, comfort yourselves that there is nothing but her absence to sorrow over; and yet she is present by memory in counsel, in advice and in life and may this so impress you all that you may meet her again where there is no separation and no death. F.J.A. --- MADRAS News March 3rd The writer wishes to extend sympathy to Mrs. Fannie Hyde and family in the sad bereavement occasioned by the death of her mother Mrs. Marthalyn Hyde near Liberty. --- Mr. W.B. Brooks of Tyus is visiting relatives and old friends throughout Coweta county. He is the guest of his brother Mr. W.T. Moore this week. --- Mr. J.E. Hyde and mother spent the latter part of last week at the bedside of Mrs. Marthalyn Hyde at Dodson. --- Mrs. L.A. Alsobrook of Newnan is the guest of her sister Mrs. J.R. Atchison this week. --- LONGSTREET News Mrs. S.H. Tood visited her daughters Mrs. Homer Hammet and Mrs. Emory Pitts last Saturday and Sunday. --- Mr. S.J. Collins is visiting his uncle Mr. R.B. Thompson. --- MORELAND News Last Wednesday, Mr. Arthur Young and Mrs. Mattie Hooten Thrasher were married near McDonough. They were given a reception Thursday by Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Young and returned to McDonough on Friday. --- Col. W.S. Evans of LaGrange visited his daughter Mrs. T.R. Kendall on Sunday. --- Mrs. Martha Moore of Newnan visited her sister Mrs. Susan Gordon on Sunday. --- A TRIBUTE TO HENRY A. NORTH In paying my tribute of love and affection to the memory of the late Capt. Henry A. North, I am naturally reminded of our relations during the Civil War. He was Captain of Co. K, 1st Georgia Cavalry. A braver man did not exist, and he was always ready to charge the enemy. He had the honor of commanding the regiment in several engagements in which he acquitted himself with distinction. While brave, he was kind to his men and took great interest in their welfare. But, alas! Our valiant captain has sheathed his sword and gone to his last reward. The uncertaintly of life looms ever before us, and seems to make all human achievements futile and worthless; but this is only apparently so. Men pass away, but their works endure. The body may be laid in the grave but the rich legacy of the example and influence of the life of a good, brave, honorable man remain to us and our children. "Not once or twice in our fair land's story, The path of duty was his way to glory." ----- TURIN News It is with a sense of deep sadness that we chronicle the death of Mrs. Dora Ingram, beloved companion of Mr. V.B. Ingram, which occurred at Sharpsburg on Friday morning last, after a brief illness. She was a member of Turin Methodist church and held in high esteem by all who knew her. She was devoted to her children, ever displaying toward them a spirit of self sacrifice and love that was beautiful to see. Besides her husband she is survived by eight children and an aged mother, the latter being thus doubly afflicted, another daughter Mrs. Will Ingram having died about a year ago. After funeral services at the grave, conducted by Rev. L.L. Landrum, the remains were laid to rest in Sharpsburg cemetery. We tender sincere condolence to the bereaved relatives. --- Mrs. Sanford Gay of Fayetteville attended the funeral of Mrs. V.H. Ingram. --- CARD OF THANKS We take this method of extending our heartfelt thanks to the good friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted us during the sickness and upon the death of our mother and grandmother. May they enjoy richest blessings from Him who "doeth all things well" is our wish. J.H. Hyde J.A. Hyde A.B. Hyde T.M. Hyde Mrs. N.M. Cox ---- LOCAL News Mr. and Mrs. D.P. Scruggs left this week for Covington where they will make their future home. --- Misses Kate and Lillie Parrott of Straw Plains, Tennessee arrived today to visit their nephew Capt. T.S. Parrott. --- Mr. N.B. Baughman of Carroll county spent several days this week on a visit to his brother Mr. Joe Baughman. --- Mrs. S.G. Orr and little daughter Mary Clinton of Newnan arrived Saturday afternoon to visit Mrs. Mary Nixon for a month or so. The Rome Tribute-Herald --- Mr. T.A. Brown has turned over his farming intersets in the Fourth district to his nephew Mr. J.A. Davis and is now making his home with his niece Mrs. R.H. Ware at 32 Jackson street. --- Mrs. Marthalyn Hyde, an estimable lady of Panther Creek district, died Sunday night at the advanced age of 91. The funeral took place Tuesday morning at Liberty church where the interment was made. --- General Arrington and Lout Ferrell were admitted as inmates of the County Farm, last Wednesday. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, March 12, 1909 DODSON News March 10th Mrs. Marthalyn Hude died at her home on the 1st inst. at an advanced age. The funeral services were conducted at Liberty by her pastor, Elder F.P. Powell. We learn that Mrs. Cox, daughter of Mrs. Hyde, who has been staying with her mother for several years, will return to South Carolina. --- Mrs. Rebecca Lester of Newnan is visiting her brother Mr. T.F. Jones. --- FATHER AND SON TAKE OWN LIVES Franklin, Ga., March 6th Following the tragic death of his son R.F. Ridley Jr., who shot himself only a few days ago, R.F. Ridley Sr., one of the most prominent men of Heard county, took his own life this morning in a field near his home about 2 miles from Franklin. He first shot himself and then cut his throat. Both deaths are wrapped in mystery, as it is stated that absolutely no reason is known why Mr. Ridley and his son should have taken their lives. The elder Ridley was one of the largest planters in this section and was generally respected while his son who was only 23 years of age was very popular. The father is survived by his wife and four children, two daughters and two sons. ---- LOCAL News Mrs. J.L. Barge received a telegram on Wednesday announcing the death of her mother Mrs. R.H. McConaughy which occurred Wedensday morning at her home in Holdrege, Neb. Mrs. McConaughy had been in poor health for several months and her death was not unexpected. She visited Newnan a short time ago spending the months of Nov. and Dec. with her daughter here and was not well then. After leaving Newnan she declined rapidly and finally passed away at her home. The deceased was 72 years of age and is survived by an aged husband and three children, Mrs. J.L. Barge of this city, C.W. McConaughy of Holdrege, Neb., andR.C. McConaughy of Cincinnati, Ohio. --- SUPERIOR COURT NOTES Three murder cases have been tried and one continued until next term. The following cases have been disposed of: Isaiah Wilkinson; murder; guilty with recommendation for mercy. Dan Tucker; murder; not guilty. Rhett Arnold; murder; case now with the jury. Bud Bailey; bigamy; plea of guilty; recommendation that he be punished as for misdeameanor; $100. or twelve months. Malvern Hill; assault with intent to murder; plea of guilty for assaunt and battery; $60. or twelve months. Ernest Hill; assault with intent to murder; guilty of shooting at another with recommendation to be punished as a misdemeanor; $100. or twelve months. Oscar Nichols; assault with intent to murder; guilty of shooting at another; $150. or twelve months. Sog Terrell; assault with intent to murder; guilty of assault and battery; $100. or twelve months. Bob McPherson; assault with intent to murder, also carr ing concealed pistol; plea of guilty to carrying pistol and guilty in one case of shooting at another; $75. or twelve months in pistol case and $100. or twelve months for shooting at another. Will Heard; bigamy; plea of guilty; $100. or twelve months. ---- CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends at Lutherville and vicinity for the kindness and sympathy shown us in our recent bereavement and those also who so kindly sent the beautiful floral offerings. Mrs. S.J. Pierce F.A. Pierce W.C. Pierce H.H. Pierce J.J. Pierce ---- CAPT. HENRY A. NORTH It is not my purpose to write an extensive obituary of my friend and comrade Capt. Henry A. North, but, from a personal knowledge derived form the close social relations that existed between us for years, to say a few simple words exrpesive of my love and respect for the man whose tried, worth, whose genial character, whose warm heart and generous friendship endeared him to all who knew him living and now forces us out of honest truth to pay tribute to his memory when dead. I had known him for many years and learned to admire his character, which was one of sincereity and unaffected simplicity, determination of purpose and honest of intent, qualities which could not fail to appeal to the appreciation of all with whom he was brought in contact. His kindness of heart was proverbial. Nothing pleased him more than to be able to perform a clever act for his friends and do it in his own unassuming way. I can never forget his kindly ministrations at my father's and my own home during times of affliction and death. Five deaths occurred in my family. He and his good wife were present on each of these sad occasions and assisted in preparing our loved ones for burial. I can never forget such a friend as long as the days are allotted me on earth. Capt. North was born in Coweta county on Dec. 29, 1829 and at the time of his death was nearly 80 years of age. He was reared in this county where he spent all of his life, with the exception of three years when he served in the Confederate Army. He organized a company of cavalry which was subsequently known as Co. K. 1st Georgia Cavalry. A review of his war record should be left to some of his old company; J.B. Walker, J.D. Arnold, Jas. M. Glass, Robt. F. Hunger, N.A. North and others. But, knowing him as well as I did, I am convinced that no braver man ever drew a sword in defense of his country and no truer patriot ever espoused a cause with more devotion. He was offered promotion several times but he loved so well the boys who enlisted under him that he refused to leave them. Modesty was one of his characteristic traits. When the struggle ended he, along with the rest of us, accepted the situation as best we could and returned to our homes and tried to build up the wasted places of our desolated country. While our cause did not succeed and the Southern Cross sank slowly but proudly below the horizon, he still mained and contended until the day of his death for the principles for which he had fought. But I must pause. The principles of the man need no attestation from me. They are known where he was known; they cannot be disguised or hidden from sight, but, like the stars in a cloudless night, they will continue to shine while time shall last. The last sad rites which marked his departure were solemnized at the church of which he had been a member for many years. The funeral was conducted by Rev. V.A. Ham of Newnan assisted by Rev. R.M. Stevens, his pastor. Several veterans made short talks commemorative of their dead friend and comrade. The church was filled to overflowing, showing the high esteem in which he was held. The week he died, I passed him in the road. Little did I think then that it would be the last time I would see him alive. The only thing I can add is to say, "you were a good friend and a true man, good bye! You will never be forgotten by those who had sounded the breadth and depth of your noble soul. John B. Goodwyn ---- GRANTVILLE News Mrs. Perryman has returned to Atlanta after spending days with her sister Mrs. J.D. Moreland. --- Mrs. W.A. Ward of Atlanta spent several days here this week with her father Capt. T. E. Zellers. --- WELCOME News While hauling logs to the saw mill this morning, Mr. Henry Hutchens was painfully hurt. The wagon capsized and he was thrown out. As he fell he was caught by one of the logs which rolled over him and pinned him to the ground. He remained in this position perhaps twenty minutes before he was extricated. Although severely bruised, no bones were broken. --- TURIN News We regret to learn of the serious illness of Mr. Ben Weldon. He is suffering from an attack of peritonitis. --- MADRAS News Mr. and Mrs. Tom Brooks of Newnan spent Sunday with their sister Mrs. Fannie Hyde. --- Mrs. J.C. Attaway of Newnan is the guest this week of Mrs. John Brimer. --- HANDY News Mrs. Ed Lyle returned Sunday to her home in Carrollton after spending several days with her sister Mrs. Posey Davis. --- Mrs. Ben Wortham spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kidd. --- LOCAL News It will grieve her many friends to learn of the critical illness of Mrs. Lynch Turner. She has been an invalid for several months but grew much worse a few days ago and is now desperately ill. The family physician and two trained nurses are in constant attendance, but we regret to know that little hope is entertained for her recovery. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, March 19, 1909 DEATH OF MRS. LYNCH TURNER After many weeks of suffering, Mrs. Lynch Turner passed away Friday night. The announcement of her death caused the deepest sorrow in the community an among her close friends, those who had known and loved her from childhood, the event being lamented as a personal bereavement. She was an estimable woman, warm hearted and loyal in her frienships and religiously faithful to her duties as wife and mother. Recalling her many lovable traits and remembering her beautiful life, it is not surprising that her death should be so widely and so sincerely mourned. Besides her husband and one young daughter, she is survived by her mother Mrs. Ellen Faver, a brother Mr. John D. Faver of LaGrange and three sisters, Mrs. T.L. Camp, Miss Kate Faver and Miss Jewel Faver, all of this city. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the First Baptist church and was largely attended. Services were conducted by Rev. J.F. Singleton, assisted by all the ministers of the city, after which the remains were laid to rest in Oak Hill cemetery. --- LOCAL News Mr. and Mrs. Jack Powell were called to Rome yesterday by a telegram announcing the death of their brother-in-law Mr. Walter T. Cheney. The deceased was a lawyer and author of wide reputation and one of North Georgia's most prominent men. He is survived by his wife and one son. --- After remaining out about twenty-four hours, the jury in the case of Rhett Arnold on trial for murder, brought in a verdict at 11 o'clock Saturday morning for voluntary manslaughter. It is understood that Col. C.S. Reid who represented the defendant will this week file a motion for a new trial. --- Mr. C.S. Fincannon went to Knoxville, Tenn. the first of last week in response to a telegram announcing the critical illness of his brother Mr. M.L. Fincannon. The sick man breathed his last a few hours after Mr. Fincannon's arrival and he remained over to attend the funeral. The deceased was 41 years of age and leaves a wife and three children. --- The remains of Mrs. George Delk, who died at the home of Mrs. Shell on Monday night, were laid to rest in the city cemetery Tuesday afternoon. She had been seriously sick only a few days. Funeral services were conducted at the Methodist church by Rev. E.W. Jones. She had resided in south Georgia for some time but came here on visit. She will be better known to our people as Miss Lula Belisle, daughter of Mr. L.D. Belisle who was for a long time one of our citizens. The Senoia Enterprise-Gazette --- RESOLUTIONS ON THE DEATH OF CAPT. HENRY A. NORTH by Wheeler's Confederate Cavalry, Atlanta, Georgia It was with deep regret that Camp A. Wheeler's Confederate Cavalry, U.C.V., learned of the death of our old comrade and friend, Capt. Henry A. North, of the county of Coweta, which occurred on the afternoon of Feb. 17, 1909. Capt. North was the last but one of the gallant Captains of the First Regiment of Georgia Cavalry, Volunteers, in the Civil War. He joined the regiment in April 1862 as Captain of Co. K., remaining its commander until the close of the hostilities in April 1865. His company was raised in Coweta, and was composed of as brave and faithful a band of young men as could be found in the state. In the selection of officers the choice for Captain naturally fell to Capt. North. In him every soldier felt that he had a kind as well as a brave and competent leader. It would require a book to tell of the great service he rendered his country while a soldier in its Army. Besides many skirmishes he participated in the following battles: In 1862 - - Powell's River, Tenn., Murfreesboro, Tenn., under Gen. Forrest; Pikesville, Tenn., London, Ky., Big Hill, Richmond, Ky. under Gen. Kirby Smith; Munsfordville, Ky., Murfreesboro, Tenn., under Gen. Bragg In 1863 - - Chickamauga, Ga., Philadelphia, Tenn., Knoxville, Tenn., Danville, Tenn., Strawberry Plains, Tenn., Mossy Creek, Tenn., Dandridge, Tenn. In 1864 - - Resaca, Ga., under Gen. Jos. E. Johnston; Adairsville, New Hope Church, Kennesaw Mountain, Peachtree Creek, under Gen. Hood; Atlanta and Decatur, Ga. He was at the battle of Sunshine church in Jones county, Ga., when Maj. Gen. Stoneman of the Federal Army was captured by Brig.-Gen. Alfred Iverson's command. He was with Gen. Wheeler when the latter rode entirely around Sherman's Army and on into Tennessee and up to the city of Nashville, doing great damage to the communications of the Federal Army and their supplies. Returning to Georgia with Gen. Wheeler, he pressed upon the flank and rear of Sherman's Army in its march through Georgia; was in the battle at Aiken, S.C. and pursued Sherman through South Carolina and on into the State of North Carolina. He reported ready for duty and for further service with his company at Greensboro, N.C. on the morning of the surrender, April 26, 1865. It would be a task to tell of the thousands of miles rode on horseback by Capt. North during his four years of service as Captain of his company. His regiment was the first to enter Frankfurt, Ky. in 1862 and thence marched and fought its way to within three miles of the city of Louisville. The whole regiment knew and loved Capt. North for his genial, kindly disposition. The same warmth of heart and gladsome smile that won him friends in the Confederate Army, he carried to his home when peace was restored and thus attached to himself a host of warm friends throughout his native county. At all times it seemed to give Capt. North more pleasure to serve his friends than to receive a benefit. Capt. Henry A. North was 79 years old at the time of his death. He was the son of Anthony North and his wife Mary North. Both of his parents came from good old colonial stock who had come to America in the early settlement of the country. His father was a soldier in the War of 1812. The older citizens of his county well remember the handsome old colonial home which Col. Anthony North maintained upon his extensive plantation east of Newnan, where, with his devoted wife, he dispensed a liberal hospitality and raised his large family of boys and girls. Capt. North's mother was a woman of many lovable traits of character. She had many warm friends throughout her section and lived to the advanced age of 105 years, strong and active to the day of her last illness. There, be it resolved; 1. That Camp A. Wheeler's Confederate Cavalry, Veterans, sends condolence and sympathy to the relatives and friends of Capt. Henry A. North in their recent bereavement. 2. That in the death of Capt. North our state has lost a most excellent citizen and this camp a gallant old comrade and friend. 3. That we will remember the life and example set by Capt. North as a soldier, brave in battle, strong in endurance and gentle in command. 4. That a page on our minute be inscribed to the memory of Capt. Henry A. North and copies of these resolutions transmitted to his family and printed int he newspapers of Fulton and Coweta counties. Adopted March 5, 1909. Lavender R. Ray Jos. L. Cobb Geo. A. Webster, Committee ---- MORELAND News Mar. 17th As we drove into Moreland on the morning of the 9th inst., a friend said, "Have you heard that Mr. Allen Pierce was dead?" Instantly our mind ran back to the "old school house on the hill" where he so kindly, so pleasantly, gave this writer instruction in the school room. He was a Christian gentleman; in social life was always genial and in his home kind and considerate to all. We trust he is today wearing a crown of glory. His family have the sympathies of many friends here. --- Mr. Samuel Herring, formerly County Treasurer, was stricken with paralysis and not expected to recover. --- Mr. Robert Benton is seriously ill with typhoid pneumonia. --- HANDY News Mar. 17th Mr. Zack Davis, one of our old citizens, passed away Monday afternoon and was buried at Elim on Tuesday afternoon. --- LOCAL News Miss Hattye Wynn of Shady Dale, Ga., is visiting her sister Mrs. J.N. Marbury on Spring street. --- We regret to note the illness of Mr. H.A. Goolsby. He had a slight stroke of paralysis last week and is quite sick. --- Mr. Z.T. Davis, one of Coweta's oldest and best known citizens, died Monday afternoon at his home in the Fourth district. He was a brother of Rev. J.B.S. Davis of this city. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, March 26, 1909 McCOLLUM News Mrs. Sallie West is visiting her daughter Mrs. Arthur Phillips at Griffin. --- Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Hembree are at the bedside of their sister Mrs. J.A. Brown who is seriously ill at her home in Palmetto. --- WELCOME News Miss Essie Morris of Handy spent Saturday night with her sister Mrs. T.A. Hutchens. --- While visiting her daughter Mrs. E.W. Burson of this place, Mrs. J.J. Jackson had the misfortune to lose her home at Centralhatchee by fire. This was the same house in which nearly $6,000. was found hidden after the death of Mrs. Jackson's husband last August. --- SENOIA News Mar. 25th The friends of Mr. J.W. Story and Mrs. G.A. Wilson, formerly of Harris county but now residents of Senoia, were surprised to learn that they were united in marriage last Thursday while on a visit to friends in East Point. Rev. Jos. Choran performed the ceremony. --- LOCAL News A wedding that was quite a surprise to our people was solemnized Sunday evening when Rev. E.W. Jones performed the ceremony that joined Mr. Thomas W. Cook and Miss Laura Thompson. The wedding took place at the bride's home in this city. --- COWETA LADY (Della Reese) WRITES FROM TEXAS "On March 2nd we boarded the train at Newnan for Texas. Arrived at Montgomery at 8 p.m., left over L. & N. railroad for New Orleans, arriving there at 7:15 a.m. Crossed the Mississippi at 9 a.m. for Shreveport. Between Shreveport and Boyce, La., on the banks of the Red River, stands the house in which Mrs. Harriet Beecher Stowe boarded while teaching school. While there she wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin." The house is still in good repair. Louisiana is a fine state. The soil is very fertile; sugar cane is the most important crop and the sugar refineries furnish employment to a large number of people. We came over the M.K. & T. to Winnsboro, Texas, arriving at 4 a.m. on March 4th. Winnsboro is a town of several thousand inhabitants, has two railroads, a cotton oil mill, electric light plant, and creamery. R.G. Andrews, one of the leading merchants and Dr. Skeen, one of the most noted physicians are old Georgians. Many changes have been made; farm lands cleared, houses erected, etc. so that one scarcely recognizes even the old landmarks. I have visited Uncle Jesse Moseley, the only surviving child of David Moseley. He formerly lived on the farm where T.B. Sanders now resides. He moved to Texas in 1858 making the trip in an ox wagon and was on the road three months. He now lives at the place where he settled the year following his arrival. He is 83 years old, enjoys very good health and still superintends his farm and other business. I was grieved to hear of Mrs. Lynch Turner's death. I hope for a pleasant visit here and a safe return home. Della Reese, Quitman, Texas, March 19th. ---- GRANTVILLE News Mar. 24th The many Grantville friends of Mrs. Susie Ayers were pained to hear of her death which occurred at St. Charles on Sunday. --- MORELAND News On Monday, Dr. S.B. Cousins preached the funeral of Mrs. Susie Morris Ayers. Mrs. Ayers had been ill for several weeks, her death occurring Sunday evening. Mrs. Ayers was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Morris. Besides her parents, she leaves four small sons, three brothers and two sisters. She joined the Baptist church when a young girl and her neighbors in Grantville where she lived, testify to her lovely Christian character. Her people have the sympathy of everyone in this community. --- Mr. Reuben Evans has with him this week his brothers, Wm. Evans of Alabama and Ben Evans of Carroll county. They went to Newnan on Tuesday and had photos made in a group. --- Mr. Samuel Herring who had a stroke of paralysis last week remains about the same. His daughter Mrs. John Bean of Carroll county came over to see him Monday. --- Miss Pearl Herring of Sargent is at the bedside of her grandfather Mr. Sam Herring. --- WELCOME News Charlie Armstrong, a tenant on Mr. B.H. Dial's place, was found dead in bed on Saturday morning. --- LOCAL News Mrs. J.W. Dukes has gone to Gadsden, Ala., where she will make her home with her daughter Mrs. G.P. Sewell. --- File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/coweta/newspapers/newspape2554nw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 32.8 Kb