Coweta County GaArchives News.....Newspaper abstracts for SEPT 1910 September 1910 ************************************************ 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 September 5, 2006, 8:27 pm The Herald And Advertiser September 1910 NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE NEWNAN HERALD & ADVERTISER", Newnan, Coweta County, Georgia for SEPTEMBER 1910 NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, September 2, 1910 LONE OAK News Aug. 31st News of the sudden death last Saturday morning of Mr. E.M. Fields of the Lone Oak vicinity, came upon our community with the force of a terrible blow. He had left his home that morning in full health and spirits and while driving with his friend, Mr. Robt. Clyatt, several miles from his home, he suddenly fell back with the exclamation "Oh, Bob!" and before he could be taken into a nearby residence, he expired. Mr. Fields was closely connected with a number of families in Lone Oak and vinicity, among whom his untimely death is deeply regretted, as it is by the community in general, for he was a good citizen, a genial companion and a faithful friend. But the supreme sentiment inspired by his sudden taking away, is sympathy with his devoted wife, who is thus left a childless widow. The funeral service was conducted at Prospect by the pastor, Rev. W.L. Rivers, whose sermon on the occasion was most wise and timely. The congregation in attendance was very large. The floral offerings were beautiful. --- Sunday night, Mr. J.M. Sewell was brought to his home in this place, prostrated by an accident that occurred last Friday while he was working in lower Georgia, about 14 miles from Oglethorpe. The result was a complete fracture of the bone of his leg, between the hip and knee. Against the advice of his physician, his will power enabled him to make the trying journey home where he expects to be confined for six or eight weeks. The sympathies of all are with him in this trying interruption to his active and energetic career. Mr. Henry Sewell who had gone to his father as soon as news of the accident reached here, attended him on his trip. Mrs. Sewell who had gone down Sunday afternoon, also accompanied him home. --- Mrs. Susie Graves, nee Broadwater, of Coweta county is visiting relatives in Lone Oak and vicinity. --- Mrs. Paschal Moore and infant son returned last Monday to her home in south Georgia after a visit of some weeks to her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Clyatt. --- ANDREW S. POWELL OF SENOIA COMMITS SUICIDE Senoia, Ga., Aug. 29th Andrew S. Powell, former superintendant of the Senoia Oil and Fertilizer Co., committed suicide at his boarding house in this city Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock by shooting himself through the heart with a 32 calliber pistol ball. He had held this position at the oil and fertilizer company for several years and was a young man of good habits and no cause is known for his rash act. He was in his usual good health when seen on the streets Monday morning. The remains were carried to Woodbury Monday night where his parents reside and will be laid to rest on Tuesday. He is survived by his father and mother Mr. and Mrs. R.T. Powell and brothers J.R., W.C. and H.T. Powell; sisters Misses Tessa, Roberta, Maggie, Maude Powell and Mrs. W.C. Pound. --- DEATH OF JASPER N. SEWELL The Herald and Advertiser is called upon this week to chronicle the death of Hon. Jasper N. Sewell. This sad event took place on Saturday, at the home of his son-in-law Mr. T.F. Shackleford on W. Washington street. He was ill about two weeks, his death resulting from a malignant bowel trouble. Mr. Sewell was 71 years of age and was one of the county's oldest and best citizens, honored and respected by all who knew him. He was a veteran of the Civil War and no braver soldier wore the colors of the Confederacy. He was for many years a member of the Board of County Commissioners and revered his office as a public trust, having in view always the interests and welfare of his county. A good citizen and an upright man, he will be widely and sincerely mourned. The deceased is survived by his wife and three children, the latter being Mrs. T.F. Shackleford of this city, Mrs. W.R. Edwards of Roscoe and Mrs. John T. Jones of Happy Valley. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the residence of the son-in-law, Mr. T.F. Shackleford, the services being conducted by Rev. W.J. Cotter. The interment was at Oak Hill. --- TURIN News Aug. 31st The many friends of Prof. Absalom Ogletree will regret to learn of his death, which occurred a few days ago at his home in Spalding county. He was a composer of music, several of his pieces appearing in the "Sacred Harp." He was one of the sweetest singers of his day. He had passed his 94th birthday, having enjoyed good health throughout his long and useful life. He and the writer had been intimate friends for upwards of sixty years and we drop a tear to his memory. --- Mrs. Jane North of Sharpsburg died Tuesday night. She was a good woman and a devoted member of the Baptist church at that place. She is survived by one brother Mr. Angie North and one son, Mr. Gale North. The funeral was conducted by her pastor Rev. C.E. Hitt. --- LUTHERVILLE News Aug. 31st Mrs. Seth Williams, after a long illness, died at her home in Lutherville on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 30th. She is survived by her husband and four children, Miss Clara, Messrs. John, Dean and Charlie Wiliams. The interment took place at Lutherville on Wednesday afternoon. --- OBITUARY OF MRS. LOUISA GIBSON Mrs. Louisa Gibson was formerly Miss Louisa Faver, daughter of Sanders Walker and Caroline Davis Faver. She wa born on Oct. 9, 1837 in Wilkes county, Ga. Her father moved from Wilkes to Heard county. She married first John T. Vaughn, who fell in battle during the Civil War. On Aug. 15, 1867 she married Bro. Joel W.T. Gibson. To them were born eight children, Mrs. H.U. Downing of Columbus, Mrs. Thos. J. Jones, Miss Ada Gibson, Mrs. T.O. Stallings, Mrs. R.L. Sanford, Mrs. N.L. North, Joel Gibson and J.S. Gibson. Of these, her son Joel and her daughters Ada Gibson and Mrs. R.L. Stanford preceded her to the better land. She entertained a hope in Christ some time before she united with the church. In 1863 she was baptized into the fellowship of the Franklin church by Dr. Jas. H. Hall and became of of the first fruits of his long and blessed ministry among us. No one could be with her long without being impressed by her sweetness and the strength of her Christian character. She was not inclined to talk much of the sacred experiences of the soul. She seemed to feel that they were too sacred to be lightly expressed in words, but faith and prayer and the word of God was most real to her. Her soul stayed itself upon them. She passed through some great bereavements and amidst them she was sustained by the grace of God. Her anchor held within the veil and her faith shone like a bright star in the darkness of the night. A mighty impress for good she left upon the hearts of her children. Carefully she taught them to pray, and when they trusted in Christ, her rejoicing was full. A devoted wife and mother, she spent her life in the sacred precincts of the home. Where could it be better spent? And what fuller, richer, fruitage could come from a life so consecrated than came to her. For the past five or six years she rarely got out at all, owing to feeble health. For some months she lived with the thought that her end was near. When it came, it found her ready to answer the summons, calm and unafraid. On Wednesday, July 10th, she sweetly breathed forth her spirit and departed from earth to the home prepared for her in the heavens. Of her, it may be truly said, as of the excellent woman in the scriptures, "Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in the time to come. She openeth her mouth with wisdom and in her tongue is the law of kindness. She looketh well to the ways of her household and eateth not the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband, also, praiseth her." To her, death was nothing more than a transition, a passing away of the weakness, the sufferings and the sorrows of mortal life, into that bright land where there is no sickness, nor pain, nor death, and where all tears are wiped away forever, not so much a departure from life, as an entrance into the life more abundant. To those left behind, the loneliness, the bereavement, the sorrow; but for her the triumph, the joy, the crown and the life eternal. J.S. Hardaway ---- LOCAL News Mrs. Addie Moon of Oak Mountain, Ga., is visiting her sister Mrs. W.T. Beers. --- Mrs. R.H. Barnes who has been ill for some time, was carried today to a sanatarium in Atlanta for treatment. --- City Hack Service - - - Phone 359 for prompt hack service. Have two comfortable hacks running daily. Baggage also transferred. J.B. Ashley --- Mr. J.E. Smith has sold his residence and store-house on south Greenville street to Mr. M.M. Meeks and Mrs. R.J. Meeks and moved with his family this week to Barnesville. He has considerable farming interests in Pike county and wished to get nearer to his business. --- CARD OF THANKS We desire to thank our neighbors and friends for their kind ministrations and attentions during the illness of our husband and father Mr. Jasper N. Sewell and for numerous tender expressions of sympathy received since his death. We are very grateful for these kindnesses. Mrs. J.N. Sewell Mr. and Mrs. T.F. Shackleford Dr. and Mrs. W.R. Edwards Mr. and Mrs. John T. Jones --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, September 9, 1910 LOCAL News The Herald and Advertiser regrets to chronicle this week the death of Mr. E.F. Drake, one of Coweta's best and most worthy citizens, which occurred Saturday morning at his home in the Second district. He had been complaining for a week or more and on Friday afternoon had a sudden attack which prostrated him. Death ensued Saturday morning at 5 o'clock. The deceased was 56 years of age and is survived by his wife, who has the sympathy of everyone in her bereavement. The funeral took place Sunday morning, services being conducted by Rev. T.R. Kendall Jr. The remains were interred in the Pitts burying ground. --- DEATH OF MRS. MARY C. HILL Mrs. Mary C. Hill died Monday afternoon at the home of her daughter Mrs. J.R. Herring. Although she had been an invalid for several months and was more than once during this period near to death's door, lately she seemed much improved and hopes were entertained that she would ultimately regain her health. These hopes were rudely shattered, however, when she suffered a sudden stroke Monday afternoon, and a few brief moments thereafter, breathed her last. Mrs. Hill was 74 years of age and one of Newnan's most estimable and lovable women. None ever entered her home without a cordial welcome, nor left it without feeling the warmth of a genuine hospitality. Affliction did not destroy the charm of her sweet disposition nor age diminish her interest and solicitude for her friends and loved ones. Adhering to the faith of her father, she united with the Methodist church early in life, and loved to attend its services when health permitted. While she conitinued to enjoy the society of her friends and children, she had for several years realized that her active life was over and with calm resignation awaited the divine call from death unto life eternal. A more beautiful, well rounded character this community has never known, and her passing away in universally lamented. The deceased was the mother of a large family, the children being: Mr. S.L. Hill of this city Mr. L.H. Hill of this city Mr. P.N. Hill of this city Mrs. R.D. Cole of this city Mrs. J.R. Herring of this city Mrs. R.W. Freeman of this city Mr. A.B. Hill of Dallas, Texas Impressive funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the home of her son- in-law Mr. J.R. Herring, after which all that was mortal of this grand old mother in Israel was tenderly borne to Oak Hill, where, by the side of her loved companion, she now rests in peace. --- LARGE FORTUNE LEFT BY DR. CALHOUN ( from The Atlanta Constitution) The Will of the late Dr. Abner W. Calhoun, disposing of an estate of approximately $700,000. has been probated in common form. A part of the estate consists of valuable real estate. The various large legacies were bequeathed to his children and relatives. To each of his four children, Ferdinand Phinizy Calhoun, Andrew Calhoun, Susan W. Oglesby and Harriet H. Calhoun, Dr. Calhoun left $100,000., this amount to include any sums which have been advanced to the children during his lifetime. To each of his three nieces, Mrs. Arnold Broyles, Mrs. Colquitt Carter and Mrs. Mike Powell, he left $500. and to his nephew and namesake, Abner W. Calhoun, he bequeathed this watch and $500. To his brother A.E. Calhoun, he left $5000. and instructions that if there were outstanding debts of his brother, they were to be paid to the sum of $2,500. Three thousand dollars were left to his sister Mrs. Susan C. Hill of Newnan, Georgia. In keeping with the kindness and graciousness of the well-loved physician was his bequest of $100. to Amanda Barnett, the nurse of all his children, the money being left to her "in recognition of her faithfulness." Dr. Calhoun further requested that she be provided for in her old age by his wife or children. To his sons he also bequeathed a farm in Coweta county, valued at $8,000. and a lot on Marietta street, 82 x 340 feet. To his daughters in addition to other legacies, he gave his property on the west side of Broad street, the dimensions being 105 x 50 feet. The remainder of his estate he bequeathed to his wife, Mary Louise Calhoun, and she, with the two sons, were appointed executors of the Will, this being done in a codicil. ---- TURIN News Sept. 7th The writer was called to Bethel church on Friday to conduct the funeral of Mrs. Beckcom, an aged lady who died near Palmetto on the day previous. She was in her 79th year and had long been a member of the Baptist church. The remains were laid to rest in Bethel cemetery, beside other kindred. --- The death of Mrs. Richard Addy on Sunday morning last, at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Morgan near Standing Rock, was a great shock to the community, for only a few knew of her illness. She was a good woman, devoted to her husband and children and will be sadly missed. The Pastor, Rev. Mr. Jones assisted by the writer, conducted the funeral service at the residence of her parents, a large number of sorrowing friends being present. We extend sympathy to the stricken family. --- MORELAND News Sept. 7th We regret to note the death of Mr. Elbert F. Drake which occurred Saturday at his home near Moreland. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to his devoted wife. --- IN MEMORIAM OF J.D. ARNOLD J.D. Arnold, son of Owen and Louvicie Arnold, was born at Barnesville, Ga., on Nov. 9, 1838. He married Nancy Seay Owens at Forsyth, Ga., on Jan. 15, 1857 and moved to Coweta county immediately afterwards, where he lived until his death on June 16, 1910. Early in 1862 he enlisted in Capt. North's company, the 1st Ga. Cav., in which he served throughout the war, returning to his home in May 1865. In 1855 he joined the Baptist church at Ebenezer and was baptized by Rev. W.H. Davis. In 1867 he was ordained a deacon which office he held until his death. It is impossible in this sketch to mention the good deeds of this man's life. It would require volumes, well filled, to contain them. For want of space I will mention only some of the striking features of his life. He was a true Christian. I know this, for often I have seen and felt the power of his Christian life, at his and other churches. Broad in his religious views, he was ever ready and anxious to assist in meetings, regardless of denomination. His four daughters were regular attendants in the Sunday school at Mt. Gilead Methodist church near his home, in which he was particularly interested. On every occasion in which dinner was to be provided, his hospitality was attested by a well filled basket. Bro. Arnold's health began to fail about a year before he died, and for two months before his death he was confined to his bed. Having known him so long and intimately, living for fifty-three years not more than a mile apart, we were often together, he at my house and I at his. I feel justified in saying he was a good man. He loved his friends and neighbors and they loved him. He had a pleasant word and smile for everybody. The children all loved him, because he noticed and showed affection for every child he met. He was a gentle, tender, loving husband and father, forbearing his his discipline, ruling his household and domestic affairs with love. He was a good neighbor, looking especially after the sick and poor, visiting and helping them in a material way. He suffered much pain. All was done that medical skill and the loving, patient nursing of his three daughters could do to restore his health. Amidst all his sufferings he expressed much gratitude, thanking each one for every favor. He was perfectly resigned to the will of God, saying often he was willing to go. Bro. Arnold was not a rich man but by patient, honest toil, he, with his good wife, had acquired a competency, left a good portion to their children; and in the family they raised, they gave to the county a legacy that was worth more than great riches. He has gone to his reward. The church, his friends, and all who knew him, will miss him. His place will not soon be filled. A Friend. --- RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT BY MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH ON THE DEATH OF JOE BOONE Our brother, friend and neighbor Mr. Joe Boone, was born on Aug. 17, 1837. He joined Macedonia Baptist church in 1867. He had lived and died in our midst, in our church, as it were. His life was such that we were proud to call him our friend and brother. He married Miss Martha Jane Sewell and raised a family of noble boys and girls, several of whom are left to mourn their loss. Bro. Boone served Macedonia church as a deacon for thirty-eight years. His membership remained at Macedonia ever since he joined the church with the exception of a short time when he moved his letter to New Lebanon to be nearer his home. After the death of his wife, Bro. Boone was in bad health and in spite of good nursing, he died on March 14, 1910, just four years and a day after his wife passed away. "Far on the deep there are billows, That never shall break on the beach, And we had thoughts in the silence Too lofty for language to reach." And so it is when we would speak of the good people who pass from our midst. In character lovely, gentle, good, those who knew him best loved him most. His life had been open, frank, true and we reverence his name and will do well to follow in his steps. As God has seen fit to call him from our midst, be it resolved; That as God knoweth best and doeth all things well, that we bow in humble submission to His will, knowing that our loss is Heaven's gain. Let us commend to God the loved ones left behind, the author and finisher of our faith, the giver of all good and perfect gifts, who can heal their wounds. That we set aside a page in our church book to his memory. J.R. Stamps J.H. Thurman C.T. Sewell, Committee ---- LOCAL News Mr. O.W. Passavant is on a visit to his old home near Lunchburg, Virginia. --- Mrs. Harvey North and children have gone to Athens, Tenn. to visit Mrs. North's sister Mrs. Jas. McKeldin. --- Mrs. W.E. Wood has been on a visit to her daughters Mrs. E.H. Bowman and Mrs. Walker Arnall. --- Mrs. Ella Barnett Brown annouces the engagement of her daughter Nellie to Mr. B. Glenn Hopson, the wedding to take place in November. --- After spending three weeks with her sister Mrs. O.L. Morrow at Welcome, Mrs. C.W. King has returned to her home at Henderson, Texas. --- Mr. J.W. Puckett and family of Anniston, Ala., came over last week on a visit to their Coweta relatives. --- Miss Oneta Askew of Inman, Ga., was united in marriage on the 25th ult. to Mr. Chas. W. Ward of Carrollton. The bride is a sister of Mrs. Bird Parks of this city and was a popular visitor in Newnan the past summer. --- Mrs. Leonidas Stephens Conyers announces the engagement of her daughter Emma Young to Mr. William Marion Whigham of Louisville, Ga., the wedding to take place the 25th of Oct. at the Central Baptist church. --- Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Addy left last week for Atlanta, where they will make their home in the future. Mr. Addy is now connected with the retail dry goods house of Chamberlain-Johnson-Dubose Co., having entered upon his duties there the first of the month. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, September 16, 1910 LOCAL News Mrs. I.S. Shropshire died at the family residence, 133 Windsor street, yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock, after an illness of several months. She was in her 60th year. The deceased is survived by her husband, I.S. Shropshire, and also leaves two daughters, Mrs. W.B. Bentley and Miss Frankie Shropshire, and three sons, R.R. Shropshire, Inis Shropshire and Marlebridge Shropshire. The Atlanta Constitution, the 15th inst. Mr. Shropshire was born and reared in Coweta and has numerous relatives in the county, as well as a wide circle of friends who will be deeply pained to learn of her death. --- In 1906, in Coweta county Superior Court, Mrs. Florence Fryer Simpson was granted a total divorce from her husband, Luscombe Simpson, but the jury in the case failed to provide for the removal of the latter's disabilities in the verdict returned to the court. Mr. Simpson afterward removed to London, England and has been making his home there since. He returned to this country a few days ago and on Monday last appeared in court and asked for the removal of his disabilities in order that he might have the legal right to marry again. The jury to which the case was referred gave him a verdict and he went on his way rejoicing. He was represented by Col. A.H. Freeman. --- Mr. Hamilton Sago and Miss Stella Golden, the only daughter of Mrs. F.G. Golden, gave their friends a pleasant surprise by going to Moreland on Sunday and getting married. The ceremony was performed by Rev. T.R. Kendall Jr. after which the young couple returned to Newnan and broke the news to their families. The bride has been connected with the Herald and Advertiser for the past year or so and is a most estimable young woman, warmly regarded by all who know her. The groom is a popular employee of the R.D. Cole Mfg. Co. and has a wife circle of friends among the younger set, who are showering him with congratulations upon his good fortune in winning the heart and hand of so worthy and charming young woman. They have our best wishes. --- RESOLUTONS OF RESPECT BY EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH ON THE DEATH OF JAS. D. ARNOLD Jas. D. Arnold, son of Oliver and Louvicie Arnold was born at Barnesville, Ga., on Nov. 9, 1838; moved to Coweta county in 1850; married Nannie S. Owen on Jan. 15, 1857; united with Ebenezer Baptist church in August and was baptized by Rev. W.H. Davis; enlisted in Co. K., 1st Ga. Cav. in May 1862; returned home in May 1865. In 1867 he was ordained a deacon of Ebenezer church. He was the oldest member of the church, and therefore had known the church in her prosperity and her adversity. He was a zealous and devoted Christian, ever ready by his prayers and sympathy to sustain, cheer and comfort his brethren and sisters in the divine life. His life was a bright example of the true, sincere Christian, both in his home and church for he possessed all the noble qualities that make a loving father, an affectionate husband and a faithful friend. He was devoted to his church. There was only one time in his life when he seemed despondent and that was when Ebenezer was at a very low stage. He was punctual in attendance, feverent in its service and an earnest worker. He was generous to forgive in others and charitable in every worthy cause, sincere and candid in his words and actions and wholly unselfish in his efforts to promote the happiness of others. His modest, unassuming disposition, his lovely Christian character, his earnest interest in the cause of the church, will remain in our memories as a lasting perfume. Therefore, be it resolved; That in the death of our brother we bow in humble submission to God, whose will is holy and whose dispensations are for our good. That in his death, the church has lost a faithful and exemplary member, whose irreproachable life, unwavering faith and steadfast devotion to the church was an example worthy of emulation. That this memorial be spread upon the church record, published in our county papers and a copy also furnished the family of the deceased, with an expression of our sympathy iin their sorrow and rejoicing in the assurance that he who was taken from them is now "safe in the arms of Jesus" enjoying the fruits of a well spent life. J.S. Hammock Mrs. J.H. Wynn A.C. Royeton, Committee --- SHOCKING TRAGEDY IN HEARD COUNTY Franklin News and Banner, the 9th inst. The home of D.E. Bell, four miles northwest of the city, was the scene of a frightful tragedy which stirred not only the community but the whole county. Mr. Bell had returned from church at Olive Branch, where recent converts had been baptized and quite a crowd of neighbors, including a number of women and children, had gathered at his home. The facts attending the tragedy seem to be that Hope Bell, a younger brother of D.E. Bell, and Miss Cora Daniel, a young niece of John Daniel, had stolen away from their families and fled to Carroll county to be married. The Daniels had strenuously objected to this match and on previous occasions, bad feelings had existed between John Daniel, Humphrey Daniel and Hope Bell. Up to Sunday, D.E. Bell had not apparently in any way been connected with the affair, and John Daniel and he had been on the best of terms. When it was found that the young couple had eloped, the information was carried quickly to the girl's uncle. He went immediately upon the warpath and started in pursuit of the fleeing couple, declaring his purpose to kill them on the spot. Passing Bell's home, some words were passed between the two men, when Daniel shot at Bell with a pistol. Bell secured a shot gun and in the exchange of shots which followed, Daniel was wounded in the shoulder and hostilities were temporarily ended. It seems, though, that Mr. Daniel then determined that Bell must be killed at any cost, and hurried Lu Miller to a nearby house for a Winchester rifle. He barricaded himself behind a stump near Bell's house and fired a number of bullets into the dwelling, penetrating the walls in many places and barely missing several of the assembled guests. One of the shots pierced the head of Mr. Bell's infant as it sat up in it's cradle and from which it died almost instantly. The ball that killed the child passed through two walls, the head and foot boards of a wooden bedstead and then entirely through the child's head. Emptying his rifle, Daniel fled and is still in hiding, but it is understood that he will come up voluntarily if permitted and make bond. The little one was buried at Olive Branch on Monday and a large concourse of the family's friends attended the funeral. Mr. Daniel has an interesting family, is well connected and has always stood well as a citizen, his failing being an ungovernable temper when aroused. --- TURIN News Sept. 14th Mr. Henry Peebles of Brooks Station died a few days ago. --- LONE OAK News Mrs. John Burdette has returned from a visit of several weeks to her daughter Mrs. Ida Messiers in Clarke county. --- WELCOME News Sept. 14th Married on the 4th inst., Mr. Madison Turner and Miss Alice Shugart of Sargent. --- Mr. W.H. Hutchens of Lodi celebrated his 49th birthday on Sunday. Those who had the pleasure of attending from Welcome were Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Hutchens, Mr. and Mrs. G.L. Hutchens. Messrs. J.B. Hutchens and E.W. Hammett of Newnan were present also. Plenty of river fish and barbecued shote helped to make up a bountiful repast which everyone enjoyed. --- LAND FOR SALE Will be sold at public outcry in Turin on Wednesday, Oct. 12th at 10 o'clock a.m, the following property: One 5 room house and one and one quarter acres of land in the town of Turin where Mrs. W.D. Hardy resided at the time of her death. Also, at the same time and place, the land of the Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Hardy estate, known as the W.D. Hardy home place, in the Sixth district, and consisting of 202 1/2 acres of land, more or less. This is a well improved farm and has all necessary houses, barns, etc. See Z. Christopher, Agent. --- LOCAL News Mrs. Weston Glass of Sharpsburg is spending the week with her sister Mrs. Roy Askew. --- Mrs. Perry Keith and also Mr. C.A. Gillespie of south Newnan are both quite ill with typhoid fever. --- Mrs. O.D. Gorman of Newnan has been the guest of her sister Mrs. J. H. Longino. The Fairburn News --- Mrs. J.W. Daniel of Franklin is spending a few days with her parents Mr. and Mrs. I.J. Stephens. --- Mr. J.H. Dent of Oakley, Maryland arrived Friday on his annual fall visit to Newnan and is being warmly greeted by his many friends. --- Hon. C.R. Williams, mayor of Greensville, died at a sanatarium in Atlanta on Friday last, aged 42. He is survived by his wife and three children. --- Mrs. I.M. Shell of Senoia who has been with her sister Mrs. J.O. Lee and other relatives in the county, returned home this week. The Franklin News and Banner --- Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Cole are in Atlanta today to attend the funeral of the former's sister Mrs. I.S. Shropshire who died yesterday evening. The Senoia Enterprise-Gazette --- Mrs. D.N. Hudson of Conyers who has been visiting her son Mr. N.B. Hudson, returned home yesterday. She was accompanied as far as Atlanta by Mrs. N.B. Hudson. --- "Dump" Hunter, a well known colored woman of the community, died last night. She was a famous cook in her younger days and had many friends among both races, all of whom will learn of her death with regret. --- D.E. Bell, father of the young child shot and killed by John Daniel in Heard county on Sunday the 4th inst., has offered a reward of $100. for the arrest of Daniel who is still at large. Gov. Brown has also offered a reward of $200. for the capture of the fugitive. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, September 23, 1910 DR. J.R. SEWELL VICTIM OF ASSASSIN'S BULLETT Atlanta Journal, the 20th inst. Dr. J.R. Sewell of 151 Richardson street, a well known specialist, was shot and killed shortly before 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon by a man said to be William M. Cox of Austell, who immediately turned his revolver on himself, inflicting a serious wound. A telephone message from Austell stated that W.M. Cox, well known as a farmer near Austell and a former patient of the dead physician, was in Atlanta. It is stated that while under the treatment of Dr. Sewell, Mr. Cox frequently mentioned the fact that he was dissatisfied and is said to have threatened to take the matter to the courts. Mr. Cox was known in Austell as a despondent man. The double tragedy occurred in Dr. Sewell's office at 106 1/2 Whitehall street. The two shots fired by the man supposed to be Cox, attracted a large crowd, which immediately rushed up to the physician's office. The office filled, the crowd began to congregate in the street below and before two ambulances bore the dead and wounded away, had blocked traffic in the thoroughfare. There were no witnesses to the shooting. From the appearance of the room and the manner in which the revolver fell it is presumed by detectives investigating the case and others that Cox used the revolver on the physician and then turned it upon himself. No motive is known for the tragedy. Cox had been waiting in the reception room for several minutes it is said. Men from adjoining offices who had been attracted by the shots, phoned for emergency ambulances from the Grady hospital and from Greenberg, Bond and Bloomfield's establishment. Dr. Sewell was killed instantly and his body was removed to the undertaking establishment. Cox was removed to the Grady hospital. W.A. Shore of Baldwin, Ga., friend and patient of the dead physician, had been in his office just a few minutes before the shooting occurred. "As I left the office", said Mr. Shore, " I noticed a man sitting on a couch in the reception room. As I passed I bowed to him and he said "Good afternoon". He rose as I left the room and started into the doctor's private office and operating room. As the door opened and the two men must have faced each other, I heard one of them remark in a pleasant and well modulated voice, "Hello, how are you?" I cannot be certain as to which of the two men I heard speak. I was not paying much attention and started in a hurry down the steps. I had not gone half down when I heard the first shot. I stopped an instant and then hear the other. Turning, I rushed back to the office, reaching the open door at the same time with Mr. G.C. Edmondson, a barber of 51 East Mitchell street. " I cannot say from appearance whether or not there had been any scuffle, but I do not think that there was. The man had passed by Dr. Sewell and was on the far side of the room from the entrance. He had fallen to the floor and was after a fashion propped up against an operating table. The revolver with two chambers empty was directly below his right knee. "Dr. Sewell was stretched out on the floor with a bullet in his brain. An examination of the wound showed the bullet had entered the head just above the left ear. Death must have been instantaneous as he did not appear to be breathing even when I arrived which could not have been ten seconds after he was shot." " The other man had just lapsed into unconsciousness when we reached the room. Some gentleman raised his head just as the crowd began to wedge into the little operating room and asked him if his name was Cox. The man bowed his head slightly and then his eyes closed. He did not speak during the five or six minutes we were in the room waiting for the ambulances. I had never seen the man before but when he passed me he appeared to be perfectly calm." " I have known Dr. Sewell for some time. He appeared happy and carefree and had been pleasantly chatting with me after he had written a prescription for me. I shook hands with him, telling him good-bye as I intended going home tonight." The statement of Mr. Edmondson who arrived with Shore is practically the same as to details. He had been attracted from the street by the shots and had quickly bounded up the steps. He did not know eithe rman but had seen Dr. Sewell on the streets frequently. The little operating room where the double tragedy occurred presented a ghastly scene. A glass table had been broken by Cox's fall, where several chairs had been overturned by the two men as they staggered and fell about the room just after the shots were fired. Very little blood was flowing from the wound in the dead man's head, but a red pool soon surrounded the head and body of the supposed attempted suicide. Cox was carried to Grady' hospital in a record run and was quickly placed on the operating table. He was plainly dressed in a snuff colored suit. In his pockets were found eight 38 calbre pistol cartridges, a watch and a small amount of change, a pair of brass knucks and an open knife. The books in Dr. Sewell's office showed that he had a patient by the name of W.M. Cox of Austell, Ga. The members of Dr. Sewell's family were absent from home during the day. Dr. Sewell's wife and daughter were in Smyrna spending the day with relatives. Dr. Sewell is survived by a wife and six children; Dr. Eldrige Sewell, a dentist who is now in Savannah; Roy Sewell, an employee at the post office; Miss Annie Ruth Sewell, 18 years of age now with her mother, Miss Irene Sewell, 16, a pupil at the Girls High School and twin sons, George and Van Sewell, 10 years of age. F.R. Sewell, son of the dead man, was overcome with distress when he learned of the death of his father. He said that he did not know Cox and was at a loss to account for his act. W.M. Cox is a son of Steve Cox, one of the best known farmers near Austell. His father is well fixed financially and has hundreds of friends in the vicinity of his home. W.M. Cox has always been known as a rather "peculiar" man. When Cox was first taken to the hospital it was believed that he was dying. At 2 o'clock the physicians announced that he had regained consciousness and they thought he would recover, though his recovery was by no means certain. After he became conscious he refused to talk. He would not say who he was or why he had killed Dr. Sewell. He lay with his lips compressed, maintaining an unbroken silence. The doctors at the hospital say that he knew perfectly what was being said to him. The Atlanta Constitution, the 23rd inst. Since he killed Dr. J.R. Sewell on Tuesday afternoon, and was prevented from taking his own life only by the resisting power of his skull, W.M. Cox of Austell, though conscious and in no pain, has not spoken a word nor moved his lips. That he was crazed because of a chronic disease and believed Dr. Sewell was to blame for his condition, continues to be the theory of the police working on he case, and Cox's family, it is understood, if he ever comes to trail, will plead insanity. A policeman is constantly guarding Mr. Cox at the Grady hospital. The man remained in the same state all day Wednesday and there was no improvement in his condition. The body of Dr. Sewell was taken to Carrollton, Ga., his former home, for funeral and interment. ----- LOCAL News Mr. Arthur B. Copeland, one of Newnan's best known and most worthy citizens, died Tuesday night. His illness began over three months ago and while his condition during this period frequently indicated some improvement, yet the malady from which he suffered obstinately refused to yield to treatment, and it was apparent for several days before his death that medical skill could do nothing for him. The end came peacefully Tuesday night at 10 o'clock. The deceased was 38 years of age and one of our most popular citizens, esteemed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife and three small children, besides a host of other relatives. The funeral took place at Macedonia church Wednesday afternoon, services being conducted by Rev. W.W. Roop of Carrollton. The body was laid to rest in Macedonia cemetery. --- HEARD COUNTY News Franklin News and Banner, the 16th inst. Albert Cook of Cooksville had the misfortune to be bitten by a dog that had black tongue. He went to Glenn and had the madstone applied and it stuck nine hours. --- TURIN News Sept. 21st Mr. and Mrs. John Gay of Jacksonville, Florida are visiting relatives in Turin and Sharpsburg. --- WELCOME News Mr. Jesse Denny of Roopville is making his home for a few months with his cousin Mr. C.W. Hutchens. --- SENOIA News Sept. 22nd A sad accident occurred at the home of Mrs. Cagle at Haralson, Wednesday morning about 9 o'clock. Paul Cagle, aged 13, and Ralph Johns, age 8, were in a room trying to unload a shotgun when the load was accidentally discharged, striking Ralph Johns in back of the left ear and completely tearing the top of his head off. There were no witnesses as the boys were alone in the room. A coroner's jury was empaneled and the following verdict was rendered: "We, the coroner's jury chosen and sworn, find that the deceased, Ralph Johns, came to his death by the accidental discharge of a gun in the hands of Paul Cagle." Coroner J.C. Cook, Dr. G.W. Peddy and Mr. Louis McCollough attended the inquest. --- The messenger of death has again visited our town and this morning claimed Mrs. H.L. Camp as its victim, and bore her sweet spirit back to the God who gave it. She had been sick for several weeks but was thought to be slightly improved. As Miss Annie Bolt, she was married to Mr. Camp about eight years ago and two bright little boys were born to bless their union. She was about 32 years of age and a faithful and consecrated member of the Senoia Methodist church. Mrs. Camp moved with her husband to Senoia nearly two years ago and during her stay here won many dear friends. She was a kind-hearted and true lady and all who knew her loved her. She was born in South Carolina but came to Mt. Carmel when a child to reside with her aunt, Mrs. Milam. --- LOCAL News Married on the 8th inst., Mr. Pierce Tomlin to Mrs. Lela Grantham. Judge J.W. Owens officiated. --- Mr. Lee Alsabrook who has been afflicted for several months with dropsy, is reported as critically ill. We regret to learn that there is little hope of his recovery. --- Prof. E.O. Sanders of Birmingham, Ala., came over Wednesday to attend the funeral of his brother-in-law Mr. A.C. Copeland and will remain in the city until Sunday. --- Mrs. J.O.A. Miller entrtained her sisters at a dinner given at her home at Sunnyside today, the occasion being the annual reunion of the sisters of the family, consisting of Mrs. J.O.A. Miller of Sunnyside, Mrs. B.N. Miller of Griffin, Mrs. Z.T. Peeples of Hampton, Mrs. E.A. McLucas of Inman and Mrs. M.C. Nipper, formerly of Newnan but who will in the future make her home with her children in South Carolina. The Griffin Herald, the 21st inst. --- The tragic death of Dr. J.R. Sewell in Atlanta on Tuesday last, was a great shock to his friends in this county where he was born and reared. He was a son of the late Pierce Sewell, his nearest surviving relatives being two brothers, Mr. M.H. Sewell of St. Charles and Dr. Van D. Sewell of Jacksonville, Florida, and two sisters Mrs. Sallie Copeland of Whitesburg and Mrs. Ellen Strickland of Carrollton. --- NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, September 30, 1910 SAMUEL F. PARROTT TAKEN BY DEATH Atlanta Constitution, the 27th inst. Samuel Fain Parrott, part owner of the Piedmont hotel, president of the Atlanta Compress Company and one of the most prominent railroad men in the South, died at the Elkin Sanitarium last night at 7:45 o'clock, after a lingering illness. Although Mr. Parrott had been in poor health since last May, he was not considered dangerously ill until about three weeks ago, when he had a relapse and steadily grew weaker. An attack of typhoid fever which occurred in the early part of May was passed in safety, Mr. Parrott convalescing after five weeks and taking a trip to Hot Springs, Va., and to his brother in New York. When he returned in July he seemed to be in better health than usual and took an active part in his business and other interests. Late in July however, another attack of sickness showed that his constitution had not recovered from the fever and on the 29th of August he became so weak that it as considered advisable for him to enter a sanatarium. He gradually grew worse and never again arose from his bed. Samuel F. Parrott was born in Jefferson county, Tenn., on March 6, 1856. He was the son of Marcus J. Parrott. His mother was formerly Miss Cynthia Caldwell. He spent his early boyhood and went to school in Knoxville, Tenn. until the family, at the close of the Civil War, moved to a farm sixteen miles east of Knoxville. He remained on the farm until March of 1865 when he came to Atlanta to join his two brothers, George W. and Theodore F. Parrott, who were engaged in the cotton business under the firm name of Geo. W. Parrott & Bro. The diligence from which he applied himself to learning the cotton business gained for him a wide experience which in 1880 enabled him to obtain a position with Inman, Swann & Co. of New York, as a buyer of cotton in the south Atlanta states. From this position he went to Texas in the employ of Parrott & Robards of San Antonio, the senior member of this firm being a brother. He returned to Georgia to enter the employ of the Chattahoochee Brick Co. to take charge of the company's railroad construction and other work. After superintending the building of the Columbus Southern railroad he became general manager of the road in May of 1897. From then on Mr. Parrott's rise in the railroad world was rapid. He left his position in Columbus Southern road to become chairman of the Southeastern Freight Association with headquarters in Atlanta. In May of 1905 he was elected vice-president and general manager of the Georgia Southern and Florida, with offices in Macon. After about three years in that service he returned to Atlanta to accept the presidency of the Atlanta Compress Company. In the early part of 1909 he was made co-receiver with H.M. Atkinson of the Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad. He had also been for several years receiver of the Macon and Birmingham road. The three positions last mentioned he held up to the time of his death. Mr. Parrott was one of the founders of teh Piedmont Hotel, the others being his brother Geo. W. Parrott and Governor-elect Hoke Smith. He is survived by four brothers, two sisters and a nephew. Geo. W. Parrott of Atlanta, one of the owners of the Piedmont Hotel is one of the foremost capitalists of the South. Rev. John W. Parrott is a retired minister living in Loudon, Tenn. Marcus J. Parrott is a promiment cotton broker and a member of the New York Cotton Exchange. Alfred C. Parrott is a planter living at Straw Plains, Tenn. Thomas S. Parrott, a nephew of the deceased, lives at Newnan, Georgia. The two sisters Misses Kate and Lilly Parrott reside at Straw Plains, Tenn. The deceased never married. ---- TURIN News Mrs. Martha Mackey of Fitzgerald is visiting her sister Mrs. J.B. Shell Sr. --- CARROLLTON YOUTH KILLED BY AUTOMOBILE Carrollton, Ga., Sept. 26th Little Bennie, the 14 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Murdock, is dead from injuries received by an automobile driven by J.R. Adamson. It seems that the young fellow was on a dray just ahead of the automobile and when he jumped off, the car was too close to be stopped at the rate of speed it was going. Both vehicles were being driven at a fast rate, going to the burning house of E.M. Bass. --- LOCAL News Mr. Joe Dick Hubbard is seriously ill this week. --- Berryman, the young son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Goodrum is ill with the fever. --- Mrs. Mike Powell was called to Summerton, S.C. last week by the death of her uncle, Maj. R.R. Briggs. He was well known in Newnan where he had visited frequently and where he was held in high esteem by everyone. --- Married on the 13th inst., Miss Annie Elizabeth Stamps, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Stamps to Mr. Kirby E. Smith of South Carolina. Rev. J.F. Singleton officiated. Miss Frances Mae Stamps, niece of the bride, was maid of honor and Mr. Marvin Wallace was best man. Miss Stella Sewell played the wedding march. --- The Herald and Advertiser regrets very much to chronicle this week the death of Mr. L.A. Alsabrook, one of Newnan's most popular citizens. This sad event occurred monday afternoon after a long illness. Mr. Alsabrook was a good man and liked by all who knew him. He was 46 years of age and is survived by his wife and two children, the latter being Mrs. T.E. McCullough of this city and Mrs. Fred Ackis of Birmingham, Ala. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon, services being conducted by Dr. J.S. Hardaway. The remains were interred in Oak Hill cemetery. --- File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/coweta/newspapers/newspape2593nw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 48.3 Kb