Coweta County GaArchives News.....Newspaper Notices for FEBRUARY 7th thru FEBRUARY 14th, 1908 February 1908 ************************************************ 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: Candace Gravelle http://www.genrecords.net/emailregistry/vols/00023.html#0005680 November 20, 2004, 1:54 am The Herald & Advertiser NEWSPAPER NOTICES FROM "THE HERALD & ADVERTISER", Newnan, Coweta County, Georgia for FEBRUARY 7, 1908 through FEBRUARY 14th, 1908 NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, February 7, 1908 LONE OAK News Mr. W.P. Lee of this place, brother of Mr. Robert E. Lee of Durham, N.C. has received news of the critical illness of the latter at his home in that city. An attack of appendicitis was the cause of his sickness which has resulted in peritonitis. His aged mother and other relatives have our warmest sympathy in their anxiety and suspense in this great trial. ____ DEATH OF MAJOR W.J. RANSOM The Herald and Advertiser notes with deep regret the death of another old citizen this week. Major W.J. Ransom passed away Tuesday night after an illness of about three weeks. He became a victim of the prevailing epidemic, la grippe, and other complications followed the attack rendering his condition critical from the first. During the latter days of his illness he was unconscious and so remained until his death. Major Ransom had been a resident of Newnan for more than half a century and was highly esteemed by everyone. His sterling qualities were much appreciated by those who knew him best and he had many friends throughout the county. He was a veteran of the civil war, entering the service as a member of Capt. Hugh Buchannon's company and made a record for gallantry that won him promotion more than once before the close of the hostilities. He was devoted to the cause of the Confederacy and the southern soldier, was, in his estimation, a patriot who deserved the best that his country could give him. Major Ransom was 81 years of age at the time of his death. He was twice married, and had two children by each wife. His second wife survives him. The children are Mrs. Willie Blackiston and Mr. Thos. Ransom of Dallas, Texas; Mr. Matt Ranson of Atlanta; and Prof. Arthur Ransom of Auburn, Ala. The funeral took place Wednesday morning from the residence, services being conducted by Rev. J.E. Hannah, assisted by Dr. Jas. Stacy and Rev. W.J. Cotter. The body was laid to rest in Oak Hill Cemetery, the interment being made with Masonic honors. ___ DEATH OF MR. HAL BIGHAM The Cedartown Standard of yesterday gives the following account of the death of Mr. Hal Bigham, brother of Dr. R.J. Bigham of this city, which occurred Monday night near Raleigh, N.C. The Standard's account of the tragedy is as follows: "The community was greatly shocked Monday by a message announcing that the remains of Mr. Hal B. Bigham had been found on the track of the Southern railway near Raleigh, N.C. He was on his way home to Atlanta from Portsmouth, VA and was evidently taken ill on the sleeper Sunday night and fell from the rear of the train. He had opened the widow of his berth in an evident attempt to secure relief and then went partially clad to the car platform. He was riding on a Seaboard train but the track is close to that of the Southern at the point where the accident occurred and he was thrown to the southern track and run over and badly mangled by a train on that line. The remains were brought here Tuesday evening and funeral services were conducted at 11 o'clock yesterday morning by Rev. B.P. Allen at the residence of Mrs. R.A. Adams. Deceased was a son of the late Rev. R.W. Bigham, once a beloved pastor of the Methodist church here and spent a part of his boyhood in Cedartown. It was then that he formed the acquaintance of Miss Mattie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Adams, who later became his wife and who, with a sweet little daughter, survive to mourn his untimely death. Mr. Bigham was an especially promising young man who had been with the industrious department of the Seaboard road for several years. Mr. J.W. White, the head of the department was here yesterday to attend the funeral and spoke in the highest terms of Mr. Bigham's good work and great value to the road. His worth had been recognized by a handsome promotion the first of the year. The remains were accompanied by his wife from Atlanta and by his brothers and sisters, Dr. R.J. Bigham of Newnan, Messrs. J.W. Bigham and E.W. Bigham and Misses Eugenia and Madge Bigham of Atlanta. __________ IN MEMORY of MRS. MARY HARRIS BREWSTER "Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see god." Passed sweetly from earth to her savior's bosom in heaven after a painful and lingering illness at her residence in Newnan, GA, Nov 7, 1907, Mrs. Mary Harris Brewster, surrounded by her devoted family and other fond relatives, who longed with unavailing desire to keep her yet longer with them. On July 18, 1844, there came into the home of Rev. James and Mrs. Martha Harris at the parsonage at Montezuma, GA, a baby girl dedicated to god as Mary, a name immortalized by the lord in highest commendation...With such an example, we deem it a privelege and duty to bear testimony to the worth of this good woman who acted so nobly her part in life. She married Mr. William Pettice Arnold on March 13, 1866, an indulgent husband, who made a solid foundation for the welfare and comfort of his wife and children. He died June 14, 1883. After remaining a widow for several years, she married the second time to Mr. A.E. Brewster, who sincerely mourns his loss. Early inclined to love and reverance, she united with the church of her ancestors in the days of her youth. A graduate of that Nestor of female colleges, Wesleyan, class of 1863, she set a high valuation on christian education, giving her own children the advantage of fine institutions of learning. The atmosphere of her presence was refined and cultivated; to know her was to admire and respect her. She measured up fully to Napoleon's and Roosevelt's ideal woman, " a devoted mother to a large family of loving, obedient children." Five daughters and three sons "arise and call her blessed", and for all of the self sacrifice represented in their rearing she was richly repaid, if such a thing is possible in coin of real service, wealth of devotion and seeing her children become useful to the world. Hence she occupies the niche in memory's gallery as the rewarded mother. She was modest and unassuming, content to give herself to her family, her church and her god, not famous, but faithful. Her loved ones will long for the touch of a vanished hand, and the sound of a voice that is still........ During Mrs. Brewster's last illness, Mrs. Woodroof, her dear friend of a long lifetime, was also taken sick, though not at first considered seriously so. Not able to visit her friend she wrote the family hoping for the recovery of this friend and when the sad intelligence came she sent a sweet floral offering and a letter of condolence asking her daughter to come and see her and tell of her mother's ascension. When the visit was made she said when she was well again the first thing she would do would be to write a eulogy on her life. They were not long divided, she too, soon crossing over to the other shore. After a consoling funeral discourse by Dr. J.W. Quillian, and touchingly beautiful music by the choir, the casket containing her body, completely concealed by handsome floral design, was carried out to Oak Hill and placed beside the dust of the husband of her youth, there to await the morning of the resurrection... N.L. Cook, Newnan, GA, Jan 23rd, 1908. _____________ DEATH OF MRS. WILLIS WEST On December 11, 1907, the death angel claimed the gentle spirit of Mrs. Willis West. While she suffered for two weeks with typhoid fever, she was never heard to murmur, but seemed always reconciled to the will of her blessed savior. She was formerly Miss Peggie Attaway and was married to Mr. Willis West on April 21, 1877. Thirteen children were born to them, five of whom preceded her to the grave. Eight are left, who, with her husband, an aged mother, one brother, two sisters and a host of other relatives and friends now mourn her death. She joined the Primitive Baptist church Sept 2, 1875. She was a good woman, always ready to lend a helping hand to those around her. She was a devoted wife and a loving mother. Dear children, we know you will miss your sweet mother's presence, both in sickness and in your innocent pleasures for we know there is no one like "mother". It is sad and heartbreaking to you all but none will miss her so much as the dear little daughters whom she left at home. There is a vacant place in the home that cannot be filled. But weep not for her, for if you live as she lived you will some day understand why she was taken from you. "One by one, earth's ties are broken." She was buried at Madras, funeral services conducted by Elder W. H. Smith. A niece. Griffin, GA; Jan 28th. _____________ TURIN News Yesterday morning, Mr. Thos. G. Gay, of Sharpsburg, died, after a short illness with la grippe. Deceased was in the 82nd year of his age and had long been a member of the Baptist church at Sharpsburg. He is survived by his wife and three daughters, the latter being Mrs. Ben Bridges of Sharpsburg, Mrs. Joe Atkinson and Mrs. Harrison Haines of Senoia. Two brothers also survive him; Sanford Gay of Fayetteville and Wm. Gay of Birmingham, Ala. The funeral took place from the home of Mrs. Bridges, services being conducted by Rev. Mr. Martin of Senoia, after which the remains were interred in Tranquil Cemetery. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the bereaved family. ________ We visited our old friend, Judge Allen North of Sharpsburg, the other day, and found him quite feeble. He is now in the 81st year of his age. ___ Mr. R.F. Hunter has been laid up for several days with the grippe. __ Mrs. E.H. Powell and children came over from Carrollton last week and will in the future make their home with Mr. W.B. Harris. ___ Mrs. Lee Hand of Senoia is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.L. Moses. ___ CURETON SPRINGS News Miss M. Rogers died Saturday morning at the home of her nephew, Mr. Will Tidwell, with whom she resided, and was buried Sunday at Corinth. She leaves one sister and one brother; Mrs. Tidwell with whom she made her home and Mr. Albert Rogers of Grantville district. ____ MORELAND News Mrs. Andrew Camp and Mrs. Whitt Glazier are quite sick. __ Mr. Ben Couch visted his sister, Mrs. John Camp in Newnan on Sunday. __ Mr. Samuel Herring was taken violently ill Sunday night. __ Mrs. J.W. Cole visited her sister Mrs. Herbert Carmical in the country on Tuesday. __ Miss Texas Drake has returned from a visit to her brother Mr. R.F. Drake in Douglas county. ___ PALMETTO News Mr. Ed Lyndon of Athens is the guest of his Aunt, Mrs. Sarah Johnson. __ Miss Mary Beck of Atlanta spent last week with her grandmother, Mrs. M.A.E. Steed. __ Mrs. Jane Duggan of Unionville, Tenn., is visiting relatives here. __ Mr. and Mrs. E.A. Camp of Rivertown spent the weekend with their daughter, Mrs. V.H. Steed. __ The many friends of Mrs. Frank Cook will regret to learn that her health does not improve. She has spent several months in Florida. __ Dr. Paul Peniston of Newnan spent Monday with his mother, Mrs. Casper Smith. ___ NEWNAN HOME AFFAIRS Mr. and Mrs. E.F. Sims have returned from Florida and are with Mrs. Sims' parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Gibson for the present. ___ It is with regret that we note the serious illness of "Uncle" Wesley Addy near Haralson. He is a most excellent man and we sincerely hope for his early restoration to health. Senoia Enterprise-Gazette. ____ Mr. W.P. Nimmons who has been laid up for the past two weeks from an attack of la grippe, improves very slowly. Reports from his bedside today are not so encouraging as they were the first of the week. ___ MR. S.W. MURRAY DIES AFTER BRIEF ILLNESS The announcement of the death of Mr. S.W. Murray, which occurred last night at his home in this city, was a great shock to the community and will be heard with deep regret by his hosts of friends throughout the county. He was at his place of business as usual Tuesday, but Tuesday night was stricken with pneumonia and in a few hours became desperately ill. His case completely baffled the skill of the physicians and between 12 o'clock and 1 o'clock this morning he breathed his last, surrounded by the loved ones of his family. Mr. Murray was one of Newnan's most useful and enterprising citizens and his loss will be keenly felt. He was interested in many enterprises being a leading spirit in every movement that had for its object the upbuilding of the town and community. Personally he was a most genial and companionable man and popular with all classes. He was a member of the Methodist church and gave liberally of his means fo rthe support of its various enterprises. Deceased was 54 years of age at the time of his death. He is surved by his wife and ten children, the latter being Mrs. Price Wooley of Atlanta; Grantland Murray of Washington, D.C.; Morton Murray of Cincinatti, Ohio; Herndon Murray, Minor Murray, Melton Murray, Emory Murray and Misses Annie, Ruth, and Rachel Murry all of this city. The funeral will take place at 10 o'clock tomorrow, Saturday morning, from the First Methodist church. ____ CARROLLTON News There are enough of us well to wait on the sick; but much as we dislike it, we must say that J.M.L. Strickland is among those now taking gruel and pills. ___ We regret to learn of the serious illness of Mr. A.A. Simonton. __ After a two month visit to her sister at Maringouin, La., Mrs. N.E. Dozier returned home Friday. __ NEWSPAPER Issue of Friday, February 14, 1908 CAMP OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS ORGANIZED AT HARALSON A meeting of the survivors of the Lost Cause residing in the vicinity of Haralson met at that place on Saturday last and organized a camp of Confederate Veterans. It was named Camp R.P. Taylor, in honor of the Lieutenant Colonel of that name who commanded the 53rd Georgia Regiment. At the preliminary meeting, A.J. Baughan presided as chairman and T.W.T. Wilson acted as secretary. Permanent organization was effected by electing the following officers who will serve for one year, viz: R.K. Brandenburg, Captain John Neill, First Lieutenant G.M. Roberts, Second Lieutenant W.L. Taylor, Chaplain T.W.T. Wilson, Secretary and Treasurer W.A. Baughan (son of veteran), assisting secretary and treasurer The enrollment is as follows: A.M. Baughan W.L. Taylor G.M. Roberts S.A. Foster J.H. Thompson T.H. Carlton W.A. Stanford John Neill T.W.T. Wilson D.T. Pope R.K. Brandenburg H.H. Nixon J.D. Garrison J.M. Strickland J.J. Washington J.C. Elmore W.T. Arnall W.W. Addy M.E. Washington W.A. Baughan (son of veteran) The regular meeting day will be the fourth Saturday in each month at 3 p.m. The badge adopted is in the shape of a triangle with button attachment to be worn in the left lapel of coat, enscribed as follows: R.P. Taylor Camp, C.S.A., Haralson, GA. All confederate veterans and sons of veterans in this territory are requested to attend the meeting and enroll their names as members. The object of this organization is to bring the old veterans and sons of veterans into closer relationship, thus promoting a more cordial spirit of comradship between the two generations. W.L. Taylor. Haralson, GA Feb 11th. ___________ LONE OAK News Saturday afternoon, the funeral of Mrs. John Latimer, whose sad death had occurred the previous night at Lutherville, was attended by Dr. and Mrs. J.T. Latimer, Mr.and Mrs. Gene Latimer, Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Sewell, Messrs. G.G. Culpepper and H.L. Culpepper and other Lone Oak friends. ______ 92nd BIRTHDAY OF JUDGE B.C. FERRELL The friends of Judge B.C. Ferrell are congratulating him upon being as hale and hearty on his 92nd birthday, which was celebrated last Sunday at his home 'The Terraces" in this city. The occasion was only the gathering of the family at dinner. Judge Ferrell was being warmly congratulated Monday morning and the hearty good wishes of those among whom he has spent so many years will no doubt cheer him as he walks on further toward the sunset of life. He has been a familiar figure upon the streets of LaGrange for nearly a century and when the weather is good he continues to spend his mornings in town chatting with his hosts of friends among all classes of peole and all ages. The LaGrange Reporter, in common with these many friends, wishes Judge Ferrell many more years of life, free from the pains of old age and at last a peaceful rest under the shades of the trees, beyond the river. LaGrange Reporter _______ PALMETTO News Col. R.M. Holley received the sad news a few days ago of the death of his mother which occurred at the home of her daughter in Texas. The many friends of Col. Holley sympathize with him in his sad bereavement. ___ Mr. T.Z. Dean and sons of Jonesboro spent the weekend with his sister, Mrs. Sam Gentry. ___ Mr. Sam Sims of Mississippi was the guest of his sister, Mrs. T.P. Bullard the past week. __ Mrs. M.A. Wiley was called to the bedside of her niece, Miss Stevie Timmons a few days ago, she being quite ill with pneumonia in Atlanta. __ HARALSON News "Uncle" Wesley Addy is failing rapidly, we regret to note. He is one of our oldest and best citizens and much beloved by everyone. __ The many friends of Mrs. S.J. Fowler were greatly shocked Friday morning to learn of her death, which occurred quite suddenly the night previous. She was the daughter of Judge R.K. Brandenburg and a noble christian woman who will be greatly missed in the community. She leaves a husband and six children, one of the latter being an infant only a few hours old. We extend sincere condolence to the bereaved family. _______ NEWNAN HOME AFFAIRS Mrs. L.A. Alsabrook has gone to Birmingham to spend a week with relatives. __ Mrs. Florrie White of Macon spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. T.E. Atkinson. __ Mrs. G.T. Shackleford went to Newnan Tuesday for a couple of weeks' visit. Cedartown Standard. ____ Dr. F.M. Brantly, one of our oldest and most highly respected citizens, left Tuesday for Clermont, Fla., where he will spend about six weeks with his sons. Senoia Enterprise-Gazette. ___ The Newnan friends of Mrs. John L. Sutton have learned with much regret of her death, which occurred last Saturday in Atlanta. She is survived by her husband and three children. ___ Mr. John S. Hardaway Jr. spent Sunday in Greenville. John is regarded down there as the poet laureate of Newnan and is much lionized by the literati of that classic town. ___ Mrs. Mary N. Broadwater, the mother of Messrs. D.W. Broadwater and J.B. Broadwater, is critically ill at the home of the latter. ___ We regret to note that there is little improvement in Mrs. Fannie Campbell's condition. She is still quite ill. ___ Miss Elizabeth Hill of Fayetteville, is spending some time with her sister, Mrs. W.A. Nipper, on College street. ___ Mr. Charlie Payton died on Thursday of last week at the home of his mother in the fourth district, after a long illness. He was for a number of years a resident of Newnan and had many friends here. He is survived by his wife and several children. ___ The Herald and Advertiser regrets to note the death of Mr. J.C. Jordan, editor of the Hogansville News, which occurred on the 2nd inst. He is succeeded as editor of the News by his daughter, Miss Nina Jordan, who has our sympathy in her bereavement as well as best wishes for her success in the newspaper field. ____ The Herald and Advertiser regrets to learn of the death of Mrs. Sam Fowler, an estimable lady of Haralson, which occurred suddenly on Thursday night of last week. She was the daughter of Judge R.K. Brandenburg, and at the funeral Saturday morning, her six brothers acted as pall-bearers. She leaves a husband and six children. ___ File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/coweta/newspapers/nw1737newspape.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 20.6 Kb