Coweta County GaArchives News.....Newspaper abstracts for DECEMBER 1909 December 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 22, 2006, 1:41 pm The Herald And Advertiser December 1909 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE HERALD AND ADVERTISER", Newnan, Coweta County, Georgia for DECEMBER 1909 NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, December 3, 1909 IN LOVING REMEMBRANCE OF GEO. W. MATTHEWS In loving remembrance of Geo. W. Matthews who died at his home near Moreland on Oct. 24, 1909 aged 87 years and 6 days. He was born in Wilkes county, Ga., on Oct. 18, 1822 and moved with his parents to Coweta county in 1834. When a young man he joined the church and ever afterwards enjoyed its privileges, always being present when able. He first married Miss Frances Northers, who died thirty years ago. She left a good name as devoted wife and mother. She left seven children, one of whom has since died. "Uncle George" had four sons awaiting him in a better land, we trust. He expressed a willingness to go and said he felt that the Savior was waiting to welcome him home. His second marriage was to Miss Thirsa Martin in 1881 who survives him. May heaven's blessings rest on the bereaved ones. ---- BOY KILLS HIS GRANDFATHER Franklin, Ga., Nov. 23rd ?? V.S. Carrington, a notary public and prominent citizen of this county, well advanced in years, was shot and killed by his 17 year old grandson at the family home, 10 miles from Franklin, yesterday. The boy fled after the killing but was pursued by officials and captured this morning. He was brought to Franklin and lodged in jail. Mr. Carrington was shot in the back with a shotgun and instantly killed. Yesterday morning, it is said, he punished his grandson severely for some minor offense. This is the only known cause of the tragedy. ---- TRIBUTE TO MRS. NANNIE ARNOLD The Angel of Death with silent, swift wings, came into the home of our beloved sister Mrs. Nannie Arnold and bore her sweet spirit safely home. She was born in 1840 and was reared in Monroe county, Ga. She united with Ebenezer Baptist church in 1857 and remained a member there until her death. She was married to Mr. J.D. Arnold in January 1857 and departed this life Oct. 24, 1909. She leaves a husband, four children and twenty-four grandchildren to mourn her loss, one daughter having preceded her to the grave several years ago. We extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy. Sharpsburg friends. --- TURIN News Dec. 1st We deeply sympathize with Judge Wm. Williams of Senoia in the loss of his estimable wife whose death occurred at a private sanatarium in Atlanta on Saturday last. Before her marriage she was a Miss Speer and had many relatives in Coweta county. The interment was made at Ebenezer, Fayette county, near where she was born and reared. --- WELCOME News Dec. 1st Mr. and Mrs. Will Strickland of Whitesburg spent Sunday with the latter's father Mr. J.M. Boone. --- A large crowd from Welcome community attended the burial of Mr. Jackson Luckie at Elim on Monday. We extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy. --- MADRAS News Mr. Carlisle Upshaw of Stockbridge is making his home with her sister Mrs. J.R. Wise. --- LUTHERVILLE News Dec. 1st Mr. F.M. Martin of Grantville is here to see his brother "Uncle Nick" Martin who is critically ill. --- LOCAL News Mr. Thos. McRitchie of Loachapoka, Ala., is visiting his son Mr. T.B. McRitchie and other relatives here. --- Mrs. Sallie Pyron of East Point announces the engagement of her daughter Mollie to Mr. William Adam Swygert of Haralson, the wedding to take place in Dec. at home. --- Mr. R.F. Beck was called to Milledgeville yesterday by a telegram announcing the death of his father, who was one of the oldest residents of Baldwin county and one of its best citizens. --- An unfortunate killing occurred Saturday night near town by which a young man named Jackson Luckie lost his life. The killing resulted from the accidental discharge of a pistol in the hands of John N. Austin Jr. and a verdict to this effect was rendered by the coroner's jury. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, December 10, 1909 SENOIA News Dec. 9th Mr. David Hand has been night marshall of the city of Senoia for the past three years and during that time has lost only seventeen nights off duty. --- Mr. Frank Byrom of Bethel and Miss Nellie Morgan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John P. Morgan of Standing Rock, were married Sunday afternoon at the Methodist parsonage. Rev. E.W. Jones officiated. --- LOCAL News Mrs. Angeline Lumpkin died Friday at the home of her son Mr. Sam Lumpkin in Tuskegee, Ala., after a lingering illness. The remains were brought to Newnan on Saturday and at 3 o'clock in the afternoon were interred in the family lot in Oak Hill cemetery. There was a brief funeral service at the grave conducted by her former pastor, Dr. J.S. Hardaway. The deceased was about 80 years of age and until about a year ago, had made her home in Newnan, being one of our oldest residents. Her many friends throughout the county will be grieved to hear of her death. --- ORDINARY'S COURT News The following business was disposed of at the regular monthly term of the Court of Ordinary on Monday last: Last Will and Testament of Sarah Dennis, deceased, admitted to probate in common form. --- J.L. Scroggin appointed administrator on the estate of Mary E. Dickson, deceased. --- Twelve months support set apart to Mrs. Ida T. Askew out of the estate of Jos. E. Askew, deceaed --- T.F. Rawls, County Administrator, appointed administrator on the estate of Margaret Connally Murray, deceased. --- T.F. Rawls, County Administrator, appointed administrator on the estate of Rich Page, granted to sell lands belonging to said estate. --- WORDS OF COMFORT TO THE GRANDCHILDREN OF MRS. J.D. ARNOLD Dear Children, Grandmother has gone, yes, gone, and is now enjoying life the purest, the best, the eternal and everlasting life above, "Oh, give me that life." Those are a few words of a feeble prayer that fell from her trembling voice on Friday night. Dear children, it is useless for me to tell you she loved you. She has nursed and ministered to every one of you. Doubtless many of you will ever remember her parting words "be good boys, children". God grant, whenever you are tempted to be led astray, that you may hear the echo of that still, gentle voice saying "be good boys, children." Think how many prayers she uttered in your behalf. Those prayers have ceased, yes, have ceased. But may her example live on and on. Some of you were left to her care and keeping while very young. She felt the responsibility very great and ofttimes said she wondered why she could not have died in your dear mother's stead. But perhaps all will be revealed some day. Although bowed down in grief she faced the responsibility like a soldier of the Cross. No doubt you often teased and worried her but I want to say she freely gave, and always pleaded with our Heavenly Father on your behalf. Dear children, your grandfather is left here to us. He too prays for you and how many times have I heard him say, "I am proud of my grandchildren." Let me say to you, be kind and gentle to him. Show him that you love, cherish and sympathize with him. It will help him to bear his loneliness and grief. Above all, children, be Christian boys and girls so you may be able to inherit that eternal and everlasting life. An Aunt. Nov. 24, 1909. ---- TURIN News Dec. 8th "Uncle" Peter Britt, a well known colored man, died last week after a lingering illness. The benevolent society of which he was a member consumed three days in completing arrangements for his funeral. The society furnished his coffin and we understand will also pay the family of the deceased $75. as a benefit. --- MORELAND News Dec. 8th On Wednesday morning in Atlanta, Mrs. Robert L. Harrison died. She had been known here in her girlhood days as Miss Pearl Dukes. She was an Aunt of Mrs. Marvin Camp. --- Thursday, Mrs. Tom Surles died in Newnan and her remains were brought here for interment. On Sunday, her mother Mrs. Brown died and was buried at Holly Springs. Mrs. Brown formerly resided at Lutherville and both were members of the Baptist church. --- MADRAS News Mrs. Charlie Sims of Hogansville was the guest of her Aunt, Mrs. A.W. Wingo last Saturday and Sunday. --- Mrs. Rispah Herring is at the bedside of her daughter Mrs. Maude Sewell in Atlanta. --- Mrs. J.B. Giles of Winston is the guest this week of her mother Mrs. A.W. Wingo. --- LONE OAK News Dec. 8th On Saturday afternoon last, the relatives and friends of Mrs. J.C. Barnes were grieved to learn that she was dying. That night at 8:30 o'clock the final summons came, releasing her brave and long-tried spirit from the frail tabernacle which had bound it to earth and there was "rest for the weary." On Sunday afternoon the funeral services were conducted at Prospect, the church which she had loved so well, and of which she had been a member since childhood. Rev. L.R. Rivers the new pastor of the Grantville and Lone Oak charge, officiated. A congregation that taxed the capacity of the church was in attendance, relatives and friends from Hogansville, Grantville, Lutherville and St. Charles uniting with those of Lone Oak and vicinity in this last testimonial of regard for the dear one who had been called away. For years, Mrs. Barnes had been a sufferer from an incurable disease. With not only fortitude remarkable, but with a cheerfulness that was marvelous, she had borne her trials. Being naturally of a joyous, buoyant nature, loving and enjoying the good and beautiful things of life, she was also sustained by the Christian's unfaltering faith; that anchor of the soul. Besides her husband, Mrs. Barnes is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Allen Philpot and Miss Lucile Barnes of Hogansville and one son, Mr. John Barnes of this place. Mr. Robt. Powledge of Lone Oak is a brother, and Mrs. Jane Sims of this vicinity and Mrs. John Phillips of Texas are sisters of the deceased, all of whom have the sincere sympathy of those who knew and appreciated their loved one. --- LUTHERVILLE News Mr. R.C. Trammell spent Sunday at Rocky Mount with his cousin Mr. Hewlette Dunlap. --- CORNER BRANCH News Dec. 7th The sad death of Mr. R.A. Houston occurred last Friday. The family has our heartfelt sympathy. --- LOCAL News We regret to learn that Mrs. O.S. Olmstead continues quite ill. --- Mr. Owen H. Cochran, one of Campbell county's oldest and most prominent citizens, died on Sunday, aged 80. --- Mr. R.W. Almon, for several years the popular manager of the Southland Hotel at Carrollton, died in that city on Saturday. --- Col. Isaac J. Jackson, one of the oldest and best known lawyers of the Coweta circuit, died Friday at his home in Hogansville. --- Mrs. Alexander Wellington Key announces the engagement of her daughter Augusta Idene to Mr. Elmer O. Sanders, the marriage to take place Dec. 22nd. The Birmingham-Age Herald --- Dr. Jas. Stacy suffered a stroke of paralysis on Saturday and has been confined to his bed since. He is as bright and cheerful as ever though and is showing some signs of improvement. Everyone sympathizes with this lovable man in his affliction and hope for his recovery. --- Mrs. Thos. T. Surles died on Thursday, the 2nd inst., after a lingering illness and her funeral took place at Moreland on Friday. On Sunday, Mrs. Surles' mother Mrs. Brown also died, making two deaths in this afflicted home within three days. Mrs. Brown's remains were carried to Lutherville for interment. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, December 17, 1909 DEATH CLAIMS WIDOW OF CAPT. C.N. FEATHERSTON Rome Tribune-Herald, the 11th inst. For the second time within four months the Angel of Death has entered the Featherston family and Friday morning the soul of Mrs. C.N. Featherston was called to join her husband in the better land. She had been in ill health since the death of Capt. Featherston on Aug. 29th. The loss of her husband was a heavy blow, from which she never rallied and death came to end her grief, after an illness of several weeks at her home on Broad street. Surviving Mrs. Featherston are her mother Mrs. M.R. Rixey and a son, C.N. Featherston Jr. to whom the tenderest sympathies of the community go out in this double bereavement. Mrs. Featherston was before her marriage in 1888, Miss Sallie Jones, daughter of a prominent and wealthy Alabama family, residing in Selma. She was of a reserved disposition, devoted to her home, but possessed of a charm of culture and personality that greatly endeared her to her intimate friends. She was a communicant of St. Peter's Episcopal church and a member of the U.D.C. and her demise closes a life of a well rounded Christian woman. --- CARD OF THANKS We desire to express our thanks and appreciation for the many kindnesses shown us during the illness of our husband and father and for the expressions of sympathy received since his death. To Dr. Couch and our neighbors and friends who were so faithful and attentive, words are inadequate to express our gratitude. May God's richest blessings rest on each and all of you is our earnest prayer. Mrs. F.E. Hindsman and family; St. Charles, Ga., Dec.15th --- Mr. Charles Raymond Crane and Miss Grace Lee Foster were happily married Wednesday evening at the home of the bride's parents Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Foster on W. Washington street. Rev. W.J. Cotter performed the ceremony in the presence of relatives and a few intimate friends. Owing to a recent bereavement in the bride's family the invitations issued two or three weeks ago were recalled. Mr. and Mrs. Crane have scores of friends who will join the Herald and Advertiser in wishing them much prosperity and happiness in the years to come. --- Mrs. Parthenia Josephine Denson died Sunday morning at the home of her son-in- law Mr. J.H. Foster on W. Washington street, aged 77. About four weeks ago she suffered a stroke of paralysis but had partially rallied from the attack and it was hope that she would ultimately recover. On Friday morning, however, she had another stroke which caused her death. The deceased had resided in Newnan about four years and was held in high regard by all who knew her. She is survived by three children, Mrs. J.H. Foster of this city, J.H. Denson of Center, Ga., and Leon Denson of Charleston, S.C. The remains were carried on Monday to Flowery Branch, Ga. for interment, being accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Foster. --- TRIBUTE OF RESPECT IN THE DEATH OF MRS. FRANCES C. McKOY Frances Catherine Shell was born March 20, 1838; was married to Dr. John Gay in August 1854; and died Oct. 31, 1909. To this union a noble son was born the late Dr. W.F. Gay of Turin. The husband and son preceded her to the land above. She joined the Methodist church when a child only six years of age. She was again married to Mr. John T. McKoy in January 1875. To this union three daughters were born, Mrs. G.N. Strong, Mrs. F.O. Watkins and Mrs. W.S. Summers. Her home was the home of preachers. She was a leader in all woman's church work. At the time of he rlast marriage she became stepmother of several children to whom she was always kind and devoted. Mrs. McKoy lived in the Fourth district of Coweta county about thirty-four years. During this time she made many acquaintances and numbered her friends by the score. Too much cannot be said of this good woman's Christian virtues for they were many. We feel that we have lost a good, loving sister and neighbor. Her beautiful character was manifested in many deeds of kindness to her neighbors and friends. We can only bow in humble submission to the divine providence which removed her from our church. J.M. Haisten Mrs. W.F. Lands Mrs. M.L. Story, Committee ---- TURIN News Dec. 15th LONE OAK News Dec. 15th Mrs. M.M. Sewell's sale of plantation tools and farm products was held last Wednesday. Mrs. Sewell has leased her home and farm and she and her mother Mrs. Feriby Culpepper have arranged to move to the home of her brother Mr. Jas. E. Culpepper at Lutherville. They will be sadly missed by their Lone Oak relatives and friends. --- MORELAND News Dec. 15th We are called upon this week to chronicle the death of a good man, Mr. Felix Hindsman, whose death occurred on Sunday night last. He was one of the staunchest members of Moreland Baptist church and his presence at services was always an inspiration. Besides his wife he leaves a large family of children, all now grown and married except the youngest son. The funeral took place Monday afternoon at Moreland, the services being conducted by his pastor, Dr. S.B. Cousins. --- MADRAS News Mr. W.R. Cole spent Tuesday and Wednesday at Rocky Mount with his brother Mr. Robt. Massey. --- LOCAL News Miss Joe Varner of Indian Springs who has been visiting her niece Mrs. B.C. Sanders, returned home yesterday. --- Mr. and Mrs. W.H. McCall of Hartsville, S.C. will spend the holidays with Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Jackson. --- Mrs. H.C. Smart and little daughter Iola have returned to New York after a ten day visit to her sister Mrs. J.F. Singleton. --- The many friends of Mr. T.C. Nall will regret to learn of his serious illness. He is suffering from uremia and his condition is regarded as critical. --- Mrs. I.N. Orr of Newnan and Mrs. G.A. Crain of Franklin are visiting their sister Mrs. M.A. McDowell and Col and Mrs. B.N. Barrow Sr. for a few days. The Griffin News and Sun --- Mr. and Mrs. Pleasant J. Blackstock of Jefferson, Ga., announce the engagement of their daughter Alice Elizabeth to Dr. John Thomas Logino of Fairburn, the marriage to occur in the First Baptist church at Jefferson on Jan. 12th. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, December 24, 1909 LOCAL News Wednesday evening at the residence of the bride's parents Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Hooten, on Greenville street, Miss Sadie M. Hooten was united in marriage to Mr. Jas. M. Lyle. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.F. Singleton. --- "Uncle" Duke Cole reached his 89th birthday on Tuesday and in celebration of the event the employees of the R.D. Cole Mfg. Co. presented him with a handsome silver cup. The presentation was made by Mr. John Sago, who stated that the gift was a testimonial of the love and esteem in which the venerable founder of the R.D. Cole Mfg. Co. was held by every one of the company's employees. Uncle Duke was taken completely by surprise and was visibly affected by this manifestation of the regard of the men with whom he had been so long associated, their relations during all the years being more like those of fellow laborers than of employer and employee. The cup is mounted on an ebony base and is of exquisite design. --- DEATH OF JUDGE W.B.W. DENT News of the death of Judge W.B.W. Dent, which occurred Sunday night at the Soldier's Home in Atlanta, was a graet shock to his Newnan friends. He was in Newnan only a few days before his death, seemed in excellent spirits, and greatly enjoyed meeting his friends both in town and country. He expressed himself as greatly pleased with the Soldier's Home where he had been an inmate for several weeks and called at the Herald and Advertiser to ask that we quote him as saying everything commendatory of the institution that could be said. That was the last word that the writer had with him, as he returned to Atlanta the same day. Judge Dent was 72 years of age and unmarried. He was a veteran of the Civil War, having gone out as a member of the Newnan Guards, the first infantry company that enlisted from Georgia. He was a genial, warm hearted man and much beloved by those who knew him best. The remains were brought to Newnan Tuesday morning. They were met at the train by an escort from Coweta Lodge F. & A.M. and conveyed to the city cemetery, where the interment was made with Masonic honors. Brief funeral services at the grave were conducted by Rev. W.J. Cotter, assisted by Dr. R.J. Bigham. --- TURIN News Dec. 22nd We regret to chronicle the death of Mr. Jas. Hayes, which occurred Sunday afternoon at his home near Standing Rock. While on a visit to his brothers in Carrollton a short time since, he contracted la grippe which caused his death. The deceased was a member of the Primitive Baptist church at Old Bethel, Meriwether county. He is survived by his wife and several children. The remains were interred in Bethel cemetery, funeral services being conducted by Rev. H.S. Rees. Thus a true and upright man has passed to a better world, mourned by all who knew him. --- LUTHERVILLE News Mr. and Mrs. John Clarke and Mrs. Lena Lewis of Crockett, Texas are spending a few days with Mrs. Linnie Clarke. --- SENOIA News Dec. 23rd Mr. Luther A. Couch of Standing Rock and Mrs. Lizzie Williams of Temple, were quietly married at the latter's home last Sunday afternoon. --- Mr. Nat Estes and son Mr. E.H. Estes have purchased Mr. W.L. Brakefield's stock of groceries and will take charge of same on Jan. 1st. They will open up a first- class general store. --- Mr. James Hayes who resided out near Standing Rock, died Sunday afternoon after a few days illness. He leaves a wife and several children. The funeral was conducted at Bethel church Monday afternoon by Rev. H.S. Rees. --- LOCAL News Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Ingram announce the engagement of their daughter Alice Evie Lou to Mr. Jeff Hutchens, the marriage to occur on Wednesday, Jan. 12th at home. --- Mrs. E. Moseley, an aged lady of the Fourth district, died yesterday and will be buried this afternoon at Elim. She was the mother of Mr. Ben Moseley of this city. --- Mr. and Mrs. Frank Word of Hogansville announce the engagement of their daughter Marybeth to Mr. Trammell Scott of Atlanta, the wedding to take place at the home of the bride's parents in February. --- Mrs. Annie Allen, an aged and estimable woman of the community, died yesterday at the home of her son-in-law Mr. Gus Spradlin on E. Broad street. Funeral services were conducted at the residence last night by Rev. J.F. Singleton and this morning the remains were carried to Columbus for interment. --- Yesterday afternoon, Miss Lille Banks was united in marriage to Mr. Joe Glenn Vineyard at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Banks of McCollum. The ceremony was performed by Rev. R.C. Rhodes of Palmetto in the presence of a large company of relatives and friends. The attendants were Miss Stella Golden with Mr. Al Vineyard and Miss May Hembree with Mr. Edgar Banks. --- The Herald and Advertiser regrets to note the death of Mr. H.A. Camp of Grantville which occurred Saturday after a protracted illness. He was one of Coweta's best citizens, honored and esteemed by all who knew him, and his death is lamented, especially in the community where he had so long resided. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon, the remains being interred in the cemetery at Grantville. --- Mr. G.E. Cranford, one of Coweta's oldest and most popular citizens, died Tuesday night at his home in the Seventh district, after a long and painful illness. The deceased was 72 years of age, a veteran of the Civil War and an honest, upright man, esteemed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife and five children, the latter being Mrs. Sweetie Sharkie of Birmingham, Ala., and Mrs. M.N. Wingo, Mrs. J.T. Wingo, Mr. O.Z. Cranford and Mr. Elgin Cranford, all of the Seventh district. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon, the remains being interred in the family burying ground near the old home place. --- IN MEMORIAM OF "UNCLE" POTTS NIMMONS Would the woods forever remain silent and none but animals enjoy the shadows and sunny slopes or know the flowers and the nut tree? The little Indian children had awakened the echoes for centuries but treaties with the white people sent them West. Many as they were, only one name has come down to us, Senoia, a little princess of the Cowetas. Her name is perpetuated in the thriving little city east of us. But youth succeeds youth and as God's purpose is to keep the world going, the white pioneers came, bringing their little ones with them. The first to be born were a girl and a boy. The girl was Caledonia, her name suggesting the land of Bruce and Wallace. She grew up unusually beautiful. She fell asleep before years had withered her or time had frosted her hair. The boy was the son of William Nimmons and Susan Potts, and they gave him his mother's family name. So staunch a Presbyterian was he, it seems he too should have had a name to hark back to the thistle and the heather. But he was Potts Nimmons and was so known, as infant, youth, man, soldier, veteran and at last, "Uncle Potts" Nimmons, the aged saint, whose sufferings in his last days, moved all hearts. A pleasant companion, a kind neighbor and a good citizen, he had none of the worldly wisdom as expressed in craftiness and double-dealing. Cupid ensnared him into the best life partnership he could possibly make when he married the beautiful Mary Jane Corbin. When he was called to the front by the Confederacy, she gave her energies at home toward the cause. Together, no doubt, they gave away as much as half their income. To missionary causes, to the poor and needy, they ever contributed. But perhaps the greatest gifts were those which took under their roof quite a number of boys and girls to help them toward an education. They cooperated in thus "scattering abroad" for their fellow men. One of their chief charities was nursing the sick and ministering to their needs. Mr. Nimmons loved little children and always had a pleasant word of greeting for them. To in some manner acknowledge the friendship thus cultivated, a child brought some flowers in her little hands to lay beside him when he passed away. There must be a great reward for these good people who have practiced self denial all their lives in an effort to better humanity. Or was it self denial, this generous outflow that gladdened their own hearts? Many who hold large means are shriveled and poor in soul compared to these two, who were never rich in this world's goods, but never too poor to give. It would seem that their hearts and hands were full with their own household, for seven children were born to them. Three sleep beneath the sod upon the hill. Two sons and two daughters are known in our midst, worthy children of these good parents. He rests, with his kindred. Green be the memory of this guileless gentleman, this first citizen of Newnan. Isroa B. Hardaway, Newnan, Ga., Dec. 16, 1909. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, December 31, 1909 LOCAL News Mr. John S. Freeman of Atlanta is visiting his brother Judge A.D. Freeman. --- Mr. P.H. Whitaker of Heimer, Texas was in Newnan visiting relatives this week. --- There was a family reunion at Mrs. E.S. Dent's on Christmas Day, all the children and grandchildren being present except Mr. J.T. Dent and Mr. Wade Dent and family of Duluth, Minn. Those composing the family gathering were Mr. L.J. Melson and children, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Ramey and children, Mr. and Mrs. Heard Dent and children, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Dent of Atlanta, Mr. and Mrs.Jos. T. Kirby and son, and Mr. and Mrs. N.E. Powell of Newnan. --- The death of Mr. Geo. W. Culpepper occurred Friday morning in LaGrange. Mr. Culpepper had been ill for several weeks and many loving members of his family were at his bedside when he calmly and peacefully passed away. Mr. Culpepper is survived by his father and mother Capt. and Mrs. N.S. Culpepper and his three sisters Mrs. J.D. O'Rear and Mrs. T.C. Burford of Atlanta and Mrs. T.F. Rawls of Newnan. His funeral was held Saturday morning at Lone Oak and the interment ewas made in the family cemetery. The LaGrange Graphic --- The marriage of Miss Frances King and Mr. Holmes Cheney occurred Wednesday evening at the home of the bride's uncle, Col. R.A. Denny in Rome. The ceremony was performed by Rev. G.A. Nunnally. Miss Sara King, a sister of the bride was maid of honor. The groom is a nephew of Mrs. Jack Powell of this city and is well known in Newnan. After the ceremony the young couple left upon an extended bridal tour before going to their home in Birmingham. --- DEATH OF MRS. JAS. STACY After a wasting illness of many months, Mrs. Jas. Stacy breathed her last at an early hour Wednesday morning. News of the death of this saintly woman cast a deep gloom over the community, for she was universally beloved, not only in Newnan where most of her life had been spent, but wherever she was known. She had been an invalid for several years, and for two or three years prior to her death was bedridden, yet through all the weary months of suffering she bore her afflictions with rare fortitude. She died as she had lived, honored, trusted, loved. She reared her own monument in the hearts of all who knew her. Her life was completed, if work well done constitutes completion. From its beginning to its close her Christian life was beautiful, and through all the sorrows and vicissitudes that shadowed her pathway, her faith in God never wavered. Today the grave hides from our sight all that is mortal of a true and noble woman. Mrs. Stacy was 72 years of age. She is survived by her aged husband, who is himself bowed down by a serious affliction, rendered doubly sad by this great sorrow which has come to darken the few remaining years of his life. Other relatives were left to mourn her death also, all of whom have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their bereavement. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from the Presbyterian church, services being conducted by Rev. J.E. Hannah, assisted by all the ministers of the city. --- File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/coweta/newspapers/newspape2572nw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 30.5 Kb