Schley County Georgia Newspapers The Schley County News 1907 File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by "Harris Hill" Table of Contents page: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/schley.htm Georgia Table of Contents: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/gafiles.htm The Schley County News Friday, January 4, 1907 No. 1 PASSING NEWS Masters Earle, Harry, and Louis Collins are on a visit to Bronwood. Mr. Tom Allen, coming from Dawson, spent last week with his father, Mr. William Allen. Misses Carrie and Mae Mott, of Forsyth, attended the K. of P. banquet here on last Friday night. Mr. S.A. Royal and family have moved into the home with Mrs. E. Hill. Miss Amzie Daniel, of Friendship, is the very much admired guest in the city this week. Miss Leola Patterson returned to her home at Columbus Monday after spending several days as the guest of Mrs. S.C. Collins. Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Williams, of Bon Aire, was the guests of Mr. and (Mrs.) J.H. Cheney for a few days this week. Mrs. E.L. Callier, of Thomaston, is with her daughter, Mrs. E.W. Strange. The Misses Sears, of Atlanta, were guests of their uncle, Dr. W.D. Sears during the holidays. Mr. Emmett Duncan, formerly of Oglethorpe, has purchased a half interest in the firm of Duncan Bros. and in a few days will move his family here. Mr. J.T. Stewart and family who have for many years lived at Lowe have moved to Ellaville. They are occupying the Scarborough home on Broad Street. Mr. J.B. Williamson, in company with Mrs. E.B. Hornady and Miss Marylu Drane, of Buena Vista, left Wednesday for Monterey, Mexico, where they go to visit Mrs. Leila Hornady DeWolf. Miss Julia Peacock has been quite sick for the past two weeks, though her condition at present is some what improved. Miss Curry, of Broxton, was a visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.J. Williams for a few days the past week. Col. J.J. Murray, coming over from Tifton, spent a few days here the past week. Miss Fay Williams, of Americus, has been one of the most attractive visitors to our city during the Xmas (holidays). Miss Mazie Halley, of Tazewell, was the guest of Miss Ina Williams during the past week. Misses Ledbetter, McCrory, Royal, Collum, and Baldwin--- College Girls---have returned to resume their studies at College. Miss Fannie Lee Ledbetter, after spending a few days with her parents, left Tuesday for Caro(Cairo?), where she goes to resume her duties as teacher in the Public School of that place. Mrs. J.R. Jordan entertained Wednesday at Dinner, the invited guests being, Mrs. J.S. Rogers, of Doyle; Mesdames Melson and Roberts, of Buena Vista, and Mrs. Howell Simmons and Miss Susanah Simmons of Americus. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Arrington, a family reunion was held on last Sunday. Those being present were: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Derisaw, of Leslie; Mr. and Mrs. Bob Arrington, of Shiloh and Mr. and Mrs. Z.T. Mott, of this place. Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Collins arrived here last week, coming from Yeomans, and in the future will make Ellaville (home). They will occupy a new residence now under construction just in front of the Methodist church. Mr. Ford Stewart, a former Schley county boy, but for the past several years a resident of Macon, was married to Miss Hannah Harris at that place on Christmas Eve night. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart have been the guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Stewart, here for the past week. We know of some people who have been reading the Schley County News, regularly for the past 10 years without having subscribed to or paid one cent for the same, and these same people, in spite of the fact that they will gant all over town every Friday in search of the paper, have been the most constant critics we've had to contend with during our struggle to maintain a little paper in Ellaville in view of the many consequent drawbacks that a country paper always meets with in a small town. These same parties will get the paper this week, and we would have them throughly understand that it is written especially for them. Bretheren, you have dead-headed long enough. It remains a mystery, yet to be solved, how can you look any man straight in the face that ever had anything to do with publishing a newspaper. Short? Gee-Whizz, that don't half spell it. Actually, I would be ashamed to let anyone see me with a newspaper. CITY ELECTION The city election on last Tuesday, although there were no candidates in the field until the Polls had been opened, proved to be quite warm before the last vote was cast. Hon. W.D. Murray Hon. E.L. Bridges were put in the race by their friends for mayorality honors, and voting for these two gentlemen ran neck and neck all day, Mr. Bridges proving the winner by a majority of ten votes. The candidates for Aldermen were, Messrs. J.F. Stewart, E.W. Strange, H.F. Dixon, E.R. Jordan, M.D. Herring and J.R. Williamson, Mr. Williamson receiving the lowest vote, the other five gentlemen were declared elected. With the exception of Messrs. Strange and Herring, the ticket elected consists of entirely new men, and before them lies a great deal of work to be done which they will no doubt take in hand at their earliest convenience and carry same to completion. Let us hope these young men will make a good record. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Arthur Hill administrator of the Estate of Elbert Hill has duly applied to the undersigned for letters of dismission and I will pass upon same on first Monday in February, 1907. Dec. 31, 1906. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. end # 1. The Schley County News Friday, January 11, 1907 No. 2 PASSING NEWS Mrs. Lottie Livingston, of Macon, is a visitor here, the guest of her cousin, Miss Minnie Caskey. Mr. and Mrs. W.L. English, came from Bronwood Sunday and will spend the winter at the home of Dr. and Mrs. J.R. Jordan. Mr. Lon Walters, Jr. left Wednesday for Scheffield, Ala., where he goes to accept a position with the Bell Telephone Co. Mr. Chester McCrory left Monday for DeLand, Fla., where he goes to enter the Stetson University of that place, one of the best equipped colleges in the Southern states. Col. Graham Forester, of Lumpkin, who is well known in this and Marion county, has given up law and gone into the ministry. He has been called to a church in Valdosta. This is more evidence to support the theory that "in order for a lawyer to ever be saved, he must go preach the word." The first quarterly conference of the Ellaville charge for the year 1907, will be held at Ellaville, Saturday and Sunday, and I trust every steward and Sunday school superintendent will be present. The Lord's business is very important. If we will look after HIS business, He will prosper ours. C.M. Ledbetter, Pastor. We notice from Tuesday's Journal that our friend C.R. Strange, now of Doerun, Ga., has been casting around in the political field. A special from Doerun to the Journal stated that in a contest for Mayor of that promising town, Mr. Strange and his opponent tied, thus leaving the old Mayor, who wasn't in the race, still in charge. We regret that Chas. didn't get one more vote, but are powerful glad that he ran so creditable a race. Miss Katherine Couric, of Eufala, Ala., is the very pleasant guest of Miss Julia Peacock, comiing last Monday. Miss Couric having taught school here several years ago is by no means a stranger and has many warm and admiring friends in Ellaville. ATTEMPTED TO WRECK TRAIN The 12 o'clock train and passengers thereon ran a narrow escape on last Monday morning, as some villain, at two separate points between Putnam and Walls Crossing, had planned for their destruction by placing large logs across the railroad track, which would have in all probability resulted in a very serious accident had it not been for the very efficient work of the engineer, who applied the brakes and brought the train to a stop after the cow catcher had passed over the death dealing weapon. This log being removed, the train again started going but a short distance before a similar obstruction was run upon, the passengers by this time becoming so demoralized that walking was a little more preferable than riding, but by the time they reached Ellaville their fears had somewhat become allayed. No trace of the guilty parties have yet been ascertained, although the work was done in broad open day, the first discovery being within two hundred yards of the home of Mr. Victor McMichael. This makes second attempt of this nature that has occured between Ellaville and Columbus within the past few months, and surely the officials of the road will not suffer such dastardly conduct to go unnoticed. They should get behind it for all they are worth, and in the mean while all our citizenry should lend every effort to run the guilty parties down and mete out adequate justice to them. Burning to a stake would be punishment too mild for the Hell hearted villain who would even so much as habor a thought of wrecking a train, therby endangering the lives of innocent people. Let's get rid of such folks. WALL--FLETCHER A pretty home wedding, the first of the new year, and one of much interest to the people of LaCrosse District was that of Miss May Wall, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.H. Wall, to Mr. Clay Fletcher at the home of the bride elect's parents on last Sunday afternoon. Quite a number of immediate friends were present to witness the ceremony performed by Rev. C.M. Ledbetter, the Methodist pastor of this place. The News joins a host of friends in extending best wishes to this young couple. CARD OF APPRECIATION To the members of the Methodist church congregation, I wish to here extend my sincere thanks for the beautiful Christmas gift tendered me as a token of reward for services as organist during the past year. Rest assured, that while it was only a pleasure for me to perform this duty, your fond rememberance will ever be deeply appreciated. Very Sincerely, Mrs. J.S. Lightner. end #2. The Schley County News Friday, January 18, 1907 No. 3 1st QUARTERLY MEETING The first quarterly meeting for the Ellaville Circuit (Methodist churches) was held last Saturday and Sunday, Rev. J.B. Johnson was on hand and preached Saturday at 11, and Sunday morning and evening. He preached three capital sermons, that were very helpful indeed. The business section was held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Pastor's salary was fixed at $750--the same as last year-- but the Ellaville stewards agreed to raise an addtional $50.00 for Ellaville. The following amounts were paid: Ellaville--------------------------------$92.20 Andrew Chapel-----------------------27.00 County Line------------- --------------17.28 Hope Well----------------------------- 16.47 The pastor was paid $132.92. The next meeting will be at Andrew Chapel. FROM CRISP INSTITUTE The last month before Xmas was too well filled up with writing on examinations for any of us to write anything. So excuse us. We all furnished (finished?) our examination on Friday A.M. at 11 o'clock, and all are glad to say we made a pass. Our music recital was enjoyed by all present; our vacation was most pleasant, and we must say, we were all happy. On January 7th, we all assumed our regular places at school, and began a new year's work. We have a good school, and a good teacher, (he is so kind to us) and we are doing some hard work now, but think we could do so much better in mathematics if our black boards were good. We feel sure if the new Trustees will come and take a look at the old ones, they will say to themselves---"It is a shame on Ellaville." Now, we hope they will think about this matter and then surprise us and our teacher with new boards. We need them. We girls, have a very interesting society, the "Phikappa," we meet every Friday afternoon, and must say, though not bragging at all, that we have some very interesting meetings. Come out and hear us some time. Our music department is flourishing, Mrs. Lightner ia an excellent teacher, she has a full class and expects to add more to it soon.----School Girl. PASSING NEWS Mr. and Mrs. R.E.L. Eason spent Wednesday in Americus. Miss Ophelia Threlkeld is on a visit to Miss Ida Kitchens, at Albany. Rev. Davis, of Atlanta, is the guest of Dr. and Mrs. C.H. Smith. Mesdames C.H. Wall and S.A. Royal went over to Americas Wednesday, shopping. Miss Mary Williamson is visiting Mrs. W.K. Dennis at Shellman. Mrs. L.M. Holloway, of Bluff Springs, was in town shopping, Tuesday. Master Haynes Collins, who is attending school at Columbus is expected home today to spend Sunday. Mrs. Zack Childers, of Americus, Mrs. Bob Strange and daughter Myrtis, of Andrew Chapel, spent Thursday with relatives here. Mrs. Farmer Park and daughter, Miss Irene, of Lowe, spent the day here the past week with Mrs. A.M. Park. Mesdames Williams, Guerry, Cato and Hudson, of Americus, attended the funeral of Mrs. Murphy here Thursday. (NOTE: Mrs. R.M. or Minnie Tidwell Murphy) Col. Henry Mathis, of Ft. Valley, spent a few days the past week with Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Murphey. Mr. M.L. Tidwell, of Ellerslie, has been with relatives here for the past week. Miss Finney, of Atlanta, who nursed Mrs. Murphey through her long illness, leaves today for her home. While in Ellaville, Miss Finney, by her excellent character and very efficient labors, endeared herself to all our people who learned to know her, and her friends here may be numbered in the future by her acquaintances. FROM LEWIS SCHOOL A great many of our people attended quarterly meeting at Ellaville last Sunday. Mr. Perry Wimbish has treated himself to a new horse. Mr. Grady Wimbish and Miss Onida Wimbish and Willie Perry spent a very pleasant day wih Miss Ruth Wall, Sunday. Mr. Tom Walker was in Americus on business Sunday. Mrs. John Stewart has been very ill the past week, she is improving rapidly. Miss Sarah Bennette went over to Americus Saturday. Mr. J.C. Strange was in Ellaville Saturday. Pull for Lewis School or pull out. It must be the best school in the county. Miss Eloise Tooke has been very ill for the past week, but she is fast improving and her friends hope that she will be out again soon. The County School Commissioner and a large majority of the patrons met at Lewis Academy last Thursday afternoon to elect trustees. Messrs. W.A. Perry, John Stewart, and T.H. Walker were elected. We girls can't vote, but we pledge our support to the cause of Local Taxation, which means that our "sweethearts" will be found on the right side of the proposition when the election rolls 'round. The whole community was saddened on last Sunday morning when it was learned that our highly esteemed young friend, Mr. Carl Howell, had died the night before of the effects of a sudden and severe attack of meningitis. Mr. Howell was one of our brightest young men, with a promising future before him, and it is indeed sad that he should have been cut down just at a time when his usefulness would have been felt so much in our community. The funeral was conducted from the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Howell, on Monday, attended by a host of sorrowing relatives and friends-----School Girl. MIDWAY DOTS It seems that spring has opened up and our farmers are busy getting started off with the new crop. Rev. C.D. Carter, the new pastor of County Line Church, will fill his first appointment next Saturday and Sunday. We are sorry to state that Mrs. Usry is quite ill. Midway, the best school in the county---excepting none--- was never in a more flourishing condition, than now under the skillful management of Miss Stella Trammell. Mr. Steve Fulford, who recently purchaed the old Fulford place, has completed his new home and moved his family in. Mrs. Mathis, of Bronwood, is on a visit to relatives in this neighborhood. Mrs. W.H. Law has invited quite a number of riends to an entertainment at his(?) home this week in honor of Miss Law.----------Schollar. FROM CONCORD This being the first communication from our school, here's hoping that for the year 1907, Concord School will lead all the rest, not in the number of attendence, perhaps, but in good honest work. We have started in that direction, and with our much beloved teacher and all the pupils fully interested, there is no reason why we should not accomplish even the highest aim. Our patrons meet at the school house the 16th at 2 o'clock to elect trustees. Our school is interesting, we have about 44 pupils on the roll, with Miss Annie Collum as teacher; Miss Alma Royal has a splendid music class, and both these young ladies possess excellent characters as well as having every qualification for their work. Prof. Collum made us a visit Wednesday. We are always glad to see him, he always leaves good advice that helps us in our school. Miss Lena Fouler, of Americus, is the guest of the Misses Lightner. The Misses Hill, will entertain a few of their friends Wednesday evening. We like so much to read the notes from other schools.------ School Boy. end # 3 The Schley County News Friday, January 25, 1907 No. 4 PASSING NEWS Mr. W.E. Tondee is on a visit to home folks here. Mesdames S.R. Forehand and W.H. Tooke, of Montezuma, were guests of Mrs. W.J. Slappey of Bumphead this week. Mr. E.L. Bridges and family will in a few days move into the Murphey home on Broad street. The champion hog of the season was killed last Monday by Mr. W.J. Slappey, of Bumphead, weighing, net 565 pounds, and measuring in length 7 feet. Among the most recent arrivals in the city is a fine little boy at the Peacock House, the son of Mr. and Mrs. E.L. McGowan. Mr. James S. Womack has been appointed a member of the Board of Education to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Mr. R.A. Wiggins. The educational interest of the county is fortunate in having Mr. Womack on the Board. He is one of our best citizens whose appointment the whole county will endorse. CARD OF THANKS I desire to express my heart-felt thanks to those of my friends and neighbors in Ellaville, who were so kind to me during the illness of my wife. A debt of gratitude I owe to each, that will never be forgotten. R.M. Murphey. NOTICE I leave for Atlanta within a few days to study the art of Millinery, and hope with coming season to serve my friends with (the) prettiest and most stylish line that has ever been seen in Ellaville. Very Truly, Miss Eva Wall. FROM LEWIS SCHOOL Mrs. Z.S.Childers, of Americus, visited home folks at Andrew Chapel last week, returning home Saturday. Mr. Ed Strange and family and Mrs. Callier spent Sunday here at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Strange. Miss Nettie Walker spent last week with Miss Lila King. Miss Myrtis Strange leaves this week for Ellaville where she will resume her studies at Crisp Institute. Miss Minnie Lindsay has been elected assistant teacher in our school. Master Robert Glover got hurt at school last week, though I am glad to report him recovering. Miss Eloise Tooke and Elinor Stewart are among the new pupils at Lewis school. Everybody who hadn't killed hogs took advantage of the last cool weather. Mr. Charlie Pilcher and family spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Autry at LaCrosse. Mrs. John Stewart is still on the sick list. Mr. Allen Reid is quite ill with pneumonia. Mr. Walter Pilcher has been sick for the past few days. Miss Callie Wall visited her sister at LaCrosse Tuesday. FROM CONCORD We are having some fine weather now-a-days, and our farmers are very busy tilling the land for a new crop--we hope they will have better success than last year. Our School is progressing nicely and hope it will continue to grow. Misses Kate and Mattye Hill, Lilla Bryant and Lois Cook spent Sunday with Miss Clara Patton. Mr. J.H. Dupriest went to Columbus last Saturday to have his (eyes?) treated and we are glad to say that his eyes are improving fast. Mr. J.L. Lightner is quite ill but we hope for him a speedy recovery. Miss Eva Browo and Mr. Hub Dillard spent Saturday and Sunday at Corinth. Mr. J.S. Hill has started to build on his home and it will soon be completed. Miss Leila Stewart was a pleasant guest of the Misses Lightner, Sunday. Elder G.W. Roe preached at Phillippi Wednesday at 11 o'clock. Mrs. S.M. Etheridge has accepted a nice position at Columbus. Come up Midway, we heard you wanted to challange us for a spelling match--we'll try you alright! One of our boys has quit school and gone to farming. I suppose he thinks he will make a very successful farmer, don't you? Mr. Earl Terry attended the singing school at Dundee, Sunday. Mr. W.A. Patton went to Ellaville Saturday on a business trip. Don't you know he has lots of business to attend to. I am glad to see so many boys and girls writing for the News----- School Girl. end # 4. The Schley County News Friday, February 1, 1907 No. 5 PASSING NEWS Mr. A.A. Arrington made relatives at Leslie a visit this week. Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Park and MIss Irene Park returned home Wednesday from a visit to relatives in Lee county. A letter received from our friend Fred Walters, now of Magnolia, Ga., stated that he has a fine school at that place and is progressing nicely with his work. Miss Couric, who has been the guest of Miss Julia Peacock for sometime, left for home from a visit to his brother at Headland, Ala., last week. Dr. and Mrs. C.H. Smith left yesterday for New Smyrna, Fla., where they will spend the remainder of the winter. Dr. B.L. Bridges has a new horse, a beautiful black of the $600.00 quality. Rev. C.M. Ledbetter has been at Dawson this week in the interest of the prohibition fight now on in that county. Our friend J.L.B. Usrey sends us a copy of the Macon Telegraph published on the 7th day of April 1864. In this copy is given accounts of several battles of the Civil War and much other war news. The Issue would doubtless prove interesting to many of our Confederate soldiers. CITY COURT MONDAY City Court of Ellaville will convene in regular quarterly session next Monday. Quite a large Criminal Docket is to be gone through with and should convictions be had in a majority of the cases ripe for trial, a neat little sum will be placed in the county's "strong box." The jury drawn for the term is as follows: Claude Dixon, W.T. Poole, T.A. Collins, Z.T. Snipes, R.E. Battle, W.L. Reid, A(rthur) Hill, Z.T. Wall, W.T. Stewart, E.L. Bridges, T.A. Wimbush, A.A. Arrington. MIDWAY SCHOOL Quite a number of young people attended the singing at County Line, the fourth Sunday afternoon. Miss Flosie Eason of Ellaville, was the guest of her cousin Miss Jessie Murray last Sunday. Miss Beryl Jones and her brother Willie returned home yesterday after a very pleasant visit to their sister Mrs. Payne. Please don't forget frightened Concord, you will receive a Challenge from us before a great while. Misses Maxie and Estille Gilmore visited Miss Jessie Murray Sunday. Miss Josie Halstead, who has been visiting her cousin Miss Katie Lou Halstead, returned home Sunday. Miss Mamie Law, of Americus, has been on a visit to her uncle, Mr. Wade Law for the past week. Miss Cora Giles entertained quite a number of her friends Tuesday night. Miss Gertrude Ursy was the guest of Miss Julia Murray Sunday afternoon. Guess what young man got disappointed at singing Sunday? Mr. General Law and his cousin, Miss Mamie, was the guests of Miss Reba Hambrick, the third Sunday. BENTLEY--KING WEDDING The friends of Mr. J.C. King in this county will be gald to learn of his marriage to Miss Maggie Bentley, of Christoper, Ga., on last Wednesday, the 30th. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride's parents, a large number of relatives and friends of the contracting parties being present to witness the happy union. Miss Bently was one of Chattahoochee's most excellent young ladies, being connected to to the very best people of the county, and all who know her claim that Mr. King has won a prize of great price. Mr. King is one of Schley's truest and best citizens, liberal, prosperous and progressive. No man can lay claim to more friends, or sustains a more favorable reputation than he. Mr. and Mrs. King are at home to their friends, a few miles south of Ellaville, and the News asks to join many others in wishing for them all happiness on their new journey. FROM LEWIS SCHOOL Mr. and Mrs. Howell have been quite ill for the last few days. Our school is growing everyday, we have over fifty on roll now and are going to make this the red letter year in it's history. Misses Dollie Allen and Lucille Lindsay made us a short visit Friday afternoon. Mr. Walter Strange has a pretty now(new) horse--look out girls somethings doing. Mr. Oriie Luke visited here Sunday. Master Y.L. Wadsworth arrived Monday to attend school at Lewis. Miss Annie Wellops has been sick for the past week. Misses Willie and Annie Clyde Perry and Onida Wimbush visited Miss Alice Walker at LaCrosse Saturday and Sunday. GLENN HOLLY We are having some cold weather and people are saving their meat alright now. Our school is progressing nicely, sixty pupils on roll. Miss Lottie Livingston is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. C.M. Rainey this week. Mrs. H.W. Sellars is quite sick. We the Glenn Holly pupils understand that the Midway school wants to challange us for a spelling bee, at any time you wish, makes no difference, "when or where," we are ready and besides if Glenn Holly doesn't win, she will the race interesting. Mr. and Mrs. C.P. Snipes visited their mother Mrs. Z.T. Snipes Sunday. Misses Lucy Rainey, Ara Snipes and Master Watson Rainey visited visited Mrs. W.B. Wells Saturday and Sunday. The Glenn Holly Sunday School is progressing nicely, everybody invited to attend. On last Friday afternoon the school boys organized a Debating Society, and will meet this coming Saturday night over at the school house and will render the following program. Subject for Debate, Resolved that the negro should be colonized. Affirmative, Tucker Rainey, Cull Rainey, Watson Rainey. Negative, Cleveland Sellars, Darry Snipes and Blakely Mc Corkle. Recitations, Misses Ara Snipes, Corrine Sellars, Viola Jordan and Hewitt Blackshire. Everybody come. Boyce Rainey. EBERNEZA ITEMS Bro. L.T. Williams of Andrew Chapel preached to a large and appreciative congregation Sunday at our church. Miss Ida Owens returned home last wek from a visit to relatives near Draneville. As it rained last Friday night, Miss Mattye Sorels postponed her party until Wednesday night. Miss Eva Reid of Shiloh spent Sunday very pleasantly with Miss Nan Reid. Quite a crowd gathered at Mr. John Reed's on last Sunday afternoon to attend the singing. Miss Jennie Wellons of Andrew Chapel attended preaching here Sunday. Miss Mary Davis of Alabama is visiting relatives in this community. Mr. Tom Drew returned to his home in Alabama after a visit to home folks here. Little Joe Herring was kicked by a mule and badly hurt on last Friday, though, we are glad to say that he is getting along nicely now. There will be a party at Mr. Bunk Dozier's Friday night-- everybody's invited. Mr. Henry Reid was among the visitors at Jordanville Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. McMickle visited Mrs. J.J. Owens last Sunday. Misses Ida and Annie Laury Owens spent Sunday with Mrs. Irene Reed. Miss Mattie Sorels spent Tuesday night with Misses Lessie and Nellie Lumpkin. end # 5. The Schley County News Friday February 8, 1907 No. 6 CITY COURT DOTS The City Court held a three days session this week and as the weather was such as the farmers could not work, it was largely attended. The following criminal cases were disposed of: Phoeby McLendon--vagrancy--acquited Sou Singletary--Stricking(Striking?) another lady with a board-- verdict guilty--$75.00 Franklin Giles--larceny from the house--acquited Lando Crittenden--had a gun--verdict guilty--$150.00 Estes Freman--breaking a house--acquited Will Burton--larceny from the house--guilty--8 months to the gang Epps Bo?d--an assault--acquited Will Burton--larceny--verdict of guilty--8 months to the gang Will Burton--caught with more clothes--guilty--8 months to the gang. Court adjourned Wednesday at 12 o'clock. LEGAL ADVERSTISEMENT Mrs. Ormie Feagan Vs. E.B. Feagan. Libel for Divorce, Schley Superior Court. To the sheriff of said county. The defendant E.B. Feagan is hereby required personally, or by attorney to be and appear at the Superior Court to be holden in said county on the 2nd Monday in April next, then and there to answer Plantiff's complaint, as in default there of this court will proceed as to justice shall appertain. Witness the Hon. Z.A. Littlejohn, Judge said court. This 17th day of Sept.(?) 1907. E.B. Barrow, clerk. PASSING NEWS Miss Mamie Livingston of Smithville, is on a visit to Miss Dollie Allen this week. Miss Susie Stearn left for Camilla Thursday after a visit to Mrs. Fannie Cheney. Mrs. J.R. Williams and Mrs. W.M. Jones of Americus, attended the funeral of Mr. P.F. Dixon here Wednesday. Miss Bridges who nursed Miss Julia Peacock through a spell of sickness will leave for her home in Atlanta Sunday. Miss Finney, of Atlanta, is expected this afternoon to visit Mrs. E.L. Bridges. Miss Edith Munro had as her guest last week, Miss Ella Bess McMichael of Buena Vista. Dr. B. L. Bridges made a trip to Atlanta this week. Col. J.R. Williams attended court here this week. Dr. Jordan is out again after a short illness. The Doctor was repoted to have had smallpox, but such report proved to be untrue. His was only a bilious attack. The friends of Miss Bertha Dinkins in this county will receive with much interest the news of her marriage to Mr. Eugene Moore, of DeSota, at Texarkana, Texas, last week. Mrs. R. Finley McCorkle, of Savannah, is expected Saturday to visit Mrs. E.L. McGowan at the Peacock House. Mrs. S.M. Callier returned to her home at Thomaston this week after several weeks visit here. GLENN HOLLY The Glenn Holly Literary Society did fine last Saturday night, everybody invited to come and especially those on the program. Miss Lettie Livingston has gone to Florida to spend the winter. Mrs. G.W. Tyson and daughter Miss Addie is spending the week with Mrs. T.B. Rainey at Buena Vista. Mr. A.M. Caskey was in our settlement Monday. Mr. Tucker Rainey visited friends at Buena Vista Monday. We are glad to know Mrs. Walter Sellars is up again. Glenn Holly had a very interesting program Friday afternoon and many of the parents were present. MR. P.F. DIXON DEAD Mr. P.F. Dixon, one of Schley County's oldest and most highly esteemed citizens died at an early hour at his home here on last Tuesday night. Mr. Dixon had been in very feeble health for the past few years, though his very sudden death came as the result of a slight stroke of paralysis several days ago. It would be useless for us to attempt an Eulogy on the life of this good man, for his long citizenship and strong character stands out so prominently before the people of this county, that a feeble effort on our part to add laurels to his useful career would fall far short of the purpose desired. He lived to the good old age of 84, and if he had an enemy in the county, it was certainly not his fault that such existed. He is survived by an immediate family consisting of his wife and three sons, namely, Messrs. L.W. Dixon, of LaCrosse, Olin Dixon, of Americus and Claude Dixon, of this place. The funeral services were conducted from the home on Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. C.M Ledbetter officiating. In the death of Mr. Dixon, the News loses its oldest subscriber, and perhaps its most appreciative one. FROM LEWIS SCHOOL Mr. T.A. Wimbish and W.L. Reid re attending court this week at Ellaville. Miss Lucy Mott dined with Miss Onida Wimbish Sunday. Rev. J.W. Malone, President of the Andrew Female College, of Cuthbert, preached to a large congregation at Andrew Chapel Sunday and Sunday night. Misses Flossie Eason and Ruth Wall visited the Misses Reids Saturday and Sunday. Messrs. Howell and Fred Eason spent Sunday with Grady Wimbish. Mrs. and Mrs. A.L. McGee, of Butler, are the pleasant guests of Mr. and Mrs. G.T. Walker. Mr. Perry Wimbish has been on the sick list the past week but glad to know he is improving. Mrs. E.G. Speer, of Americus, visited home-folks Saturday and Sunday. Messrs. John Wall and Robert Strange and Miss Ethel Strange were the guests of Miss Sarah Bennette Sunday. Mrs. Claudie Brown has been very ill with pneumonia the past week. EBERNEZA ITEMS Messrs. Jack and George Brown, of Doyle, were the visitors at Mrs. John Sorrels Sunday. Misses Ethel Edge and Minnie Royal, of Ellaville, were the guests of Miss Leslie Lumpkin Sunday. Miss Nan Reid and Miss Emma Barnes visited Mrs. J.J. Owens Saturday. Mr. J.M. Collum visited our school last Thursday to elect trustees. Messrs. S.T. Harper, J.S. Womack and B. Barnes were elected. They are all upright men and will do their best. We are always glad for Mr. Collum to visit our school. Miss Ida Owens spent a few days last week with Mrs. Bob Reid. Miss Ida Owens and Miss Nan Reid are visiting near Leslie. Miss Leslie Lumpkin spent Wednesday night with Miss Mattie Sorrel. end # 6. The Schley County News Friday, February 7, 1907 No. 7 NEW DRUG STORE We have this day, February 1st 1907, taken Mr. John R. Wall as a co-partner in our business, and will be known in the future as "City Drug Store," instead of Morrison & Jordan. We have also moved our entire stock to the store formerly occupied by J.B. Williamson, where you will find us six days in the week, ready to satisfy the wants of our customers and friends, with a complete line of drugs, medicines, fancy goods, fine cigars, tobacco, etc. Lowney's Chocalate's and Bon-Bon's, a specialty. We appreciate your liberal patronage in the past very much, and earnestly solicit your support in the future. We are yours for business. City Drug Store, formerly Morrison & Jordan. CONCORD Rev. Johnson filled his regular appointment at Concord Sunday. Miss Marywyl Etheridge who has been the guest of her sister, Mrs. D.E. Lawhorn at Columbus, returned home Sunday. Misses Katie Hill, Lilla Mae Bryant and Mr. J.L. Lightner spent Saturday with Mrs. C.W. Snider. Mr. Walter Etheridge visited relatives at Wall's Crossing Sunday. Mr. Murray Cook and little Miss Murlee Etheridge spent Saturday at Putnam. Mrs. W.T. Stewart visited Mrs. E.P. Brown Sunday. Mrs. G.G. Hally, of Tazewell, has been with her daughter, Mrs. H.R. Patton, the past few days. Mrs. Ollie Murray, of Tazwell, spent a very pleasant day, Sunday with her sister, Mrs. J.R. Cook. The Misses Lightner will entertain a number of their friends at a Valentines party on Thursday evening. Mr. J.N. Hearn had a fine mule killed by falling in a well on last Tuesday afternoon. Miss Alma Royal, our music teacher, is not in school this week on account of the sickness of her sister anf grandmother. We all miss her very much and hope she will soon be in school again. One of the Glenn Holly boys made one of the Concord girls a pleasant call Sunday afternoon.---School Girl. PASSING NEWS Rev. C.M. Ledbetter spent a few days in Cuthbert this week. Mr. J.H. Fulford came over from Dawson Monday, spending the day. Mrs. E.L. Bridges spent Wednesday in Americus. Mr. Arthur Hill and mother have returned from a pleasant visit to Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Collins, at Bronwood. Mrs. J.C. Rainey spent Monday night in Americus as guest of her uncle Dr. McKee. Dr. and Mrs. Ein Collum, of Herod, have been the guests of parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Collum, at Putnam this week. Mrs. W.L. English is with parents at Buena Vista. Hon. T.G. Hudson is at home again after a stay of several weeks in New York in the interest of immagration. Miss Martha Baldwin will spend the latter part of the week at Buena Vista, the guest of Miss Georgia Hair. Hon. T.G. Hudson lost his barn and two or three hundred bushels of corn by fire on last Saturday. Rev. A.B. Hawks was in town for a short while Monday. His many friends were glad to see him. More evidence of Ellaville's prosperity and growth will be farther verified in the erection of a handsome glass front brick store on the C.L. Peacock corner. Rev. C.M. Ledbetter, at his night service Sunday, preached a most excellent sermon on the subject of "Manhood." Those who missed hearing the effort should have cause for regret. MIDWAY Alright Glenn Holly, come over Friday evening March 15th. We'll spell against you. Although we may not win, we will make the race interesting. And you Concord, come over the 29th of March. We'll try you too. Prof. Montgomery has been sick for the past week, but we are all glad to say he is readily improving. There will be preaching at County Line Sunday and everybody is cordially invited to attend. Misses Cora Giles, Maude Oliver and Mae Gilmore made us a short but pleasant visit Friday afternoon at the school room. Miss Monteen Turner is the guest of her cousin, Miss Gertrude Ursy this week. FROM LEWIS SCHOOL Miss Willie Perry is on the sick list this week. Mr. Oscar Williams complimented his friends with a candy pulling Saturday night. Quite a number were present and they reported a jolly good time. Mrs. McCants, of Butler, visited relatives in the community last week. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Strange and Mrs. Joe Strange spent Sunday with their sister Mrs. Wall at Wall's Crossing. Quite a number of our young folks attended preaching at Shiloh last Sunday. Miss Claudie Brown is reported to be slowly improving from a severe spell of pneumonia. Mr. Joe Strange visited Americus last Tuesday. FROM LACROSSE Prof. H.I. Poole was in Americus Saturday on business. Mrs. J.H. Holloway and children spent Saturday with Mrs. J.R. Holloway. Miss Jessie Poole spent Saturday and Sunday very pleasantly with home-folks. Mr. George McLeheney made Miss Malissie Marchal a very pleasant call Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Pilcher was the guest of Mr. and (Mrs.) A.J. Autry Sunday. Miss Carrie Athan of Eaton, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. J.N. Allen. end # 7. The Schley County News Friday, February 22, 1907 No. 8. PASSING NEWS Mr. A.A. Arrington made a business trip to Macon last week. Miss Emma Dozier, coming from Augusta is spending a while with her mother Mrs. Mollie Dozier. Mrs. R.F. McCorkle and Miss Julia Peacock spent a couple of days in Cloumbus this week. Haynes Collins came down from Columbus and spent Sunday with home folks. Rev C.M. Ledbetter is on a lecturing tour in Florida this week. Rev. Hugh F. Oliver preached two very interesting sermons at the Baptist church here Sunday. Miss Minnie Cheney of Montezuma is on a visit to Mrs. J.H. Cheney this week. Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Collins have moved into their new home on Broad street. Mrs. Olin Dixon, of Americus, is on a visit to Mrs. P.F. Dixon. Mrs. A. Allen, after a visit to relatives in Lumkin, returned home last week. Mrs. Joe Duncan and Miss Beryl Jones left Wednesday for Waverly Hall to attend the marriage of Miss Sallie Fannie Freman. Col. C.R. McCrory and Messrs. W.W. Lumpkin and R.L. Owens returnrd home last Saturday from Worth county where they had been sporting for several days with the wiregrass quail. Mr. C.C. Carleton, coming from Florida, spent a few days here this week, in the interest of cantelope raising in Schley. Mr. Carleton while here organized a company composed of some of our best farmers, who will plant several hundred acres of cantelopes. GLEN HOLLY NEWS Mr. Murray Cook came over from Concord Saturday night to attend the literary society. Mr. C.T. Bivins entertained a large crowd on St. Valentine's night. Mr. J.L. Lightner was a visitor to our community Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Owens spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Rainey. Miss Georgia Bivens is on the sick list this week. Rev. Ledbetter preached to a large congregation Sunday at Hopewell. Miss Ophelia Threlkeld was the guest of Miss Eva Rainey Saturday. Misses Nell and Leslie and Master Willie Lumpkin spent Sunday with their grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. Z.T. Snipes. Miss Minnie Jones was with Miss Lucy Rainey Sunday. Dr. R.T. Bivens made a business trip to Americus Monday. CONCORD Miss Clara Patton spent a very pleasant day Sunday with Misses Kate and Mattye Hill. Mrs. M.E. Benford of Flenn, spent Saturday with her sister, Mrs. J.M. Hernr (Herns?). Mr. T.W. Ethridge is very low with pneumonia, we hope he will recover soon. Miss Leila Stewart was the very pleasant guest of Miss Mary Lightner last week. Mr. Arthur Patton spent Sunday with Mr. Tom Cook. We are glad to have our music teacher back with us again. Mr. L. Snider and family, of LaCrosse, were the guests of Mr. W.T. Ethridge, Sunday. Mr. Earle Terry called on one of the Concord girls Sunday afternoon. Mr. Jerry Hammond has accepted his position at Southland. Miss Alice Lightner made a visit to Ellaville Friday. Little Miss Ruth Cook spent a very pleasant day Saturday with Mrs. J.H. Hearn. Miss Mary Willie Ethridge went to Ellaville shopping Monday. end # 8. The Schley County News Friday, March 1, 1907 No. 9 READ THIS! I have moved my store, south side of the public square. These stores are known as the Whitehall. J.R. Jordan's drugstore, E.H. Morrison's fancy grocery store and the Postal Telegraph office. I now have room to show my line of general merchandise. When you are in the need of wagons, buggies, stoves, furniture, brick, lime, sewing machines, cotton seed meal and hulls, rugs, carpets, matting, dry goods, shoes, hats, glassware, flower pots, jardiniers, patterns, lawn swings, caskets, coffins, and groceries, drop in and get our prices. I buy more of the above items in solid car lots than every other merchant put together in Schley county, and can sell at less prices. I have a place for the ladies to come and rest. This place of rest you will be furnished with the Ladies Home Companion, the Ladies Home Journal, the Delineator, McCalls Magazine, Maymonton Magazine, Watson's Magazine, Cotton Journal, Atlanta Journal, New York World, Schley County News, and a complete set of enclyclopedias and other good papers and books. You are welcome, and the above is as free as water. Glad to have you drop in at any time. J.B Williamson. PASSING NEWS Mrs. E.L. Mc Gowan and Mrs. R.L. McCorkle left Monday for their homes in Savannah. Miss Johns of Bishop, has been the very much admired guest of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Johnson, the past week. Mrs. Cleve Burt has been on a visit to Buena Vista. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Strange, of Doerun, is making Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Strange a visit at Andrew Chapel. Miss Mary Williamson left Monday for Atlanta where she will purchase spring millinery. Miss Luella Woods made home folks a visit this week. Mrs. J.D. Sutton, of Woodberry, and Dr. A.D. Jones, of Atlanta, were visiting their relatives, Dr. and Mrs. C.G. Jones, last week. Mr. J.S. Jones came down from Columbus Thursday on a visit. Miss M.W. Williams of Buena Vista spent Sunday with her daughter, Mrs. J.R. Jordan. Misses Lightner, Sears, Williams, and Strange spent several days in Americus as the guests of Miss Fowler last week. Mrs. B.F. Greene left Monday for Atlanta, where she will visit Mr. and Mrs. R.S. Greene. Mr. Charlie Baldwin, after spending several months in Florida, is home for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Collins and Phate Murray, of Bronwood came up Wednesday to the funeral of Mr. W.T. Ethridge. The friends of Bill cheney will be glad to learn of his recent promotion as foreman of the L&N railroad shops, at Blue Ridge, Ga. Mr. H.R. Johnson, Jr., of Americas, while on a dove hunt, at Mr. George Reed's place last Wednesday morning, happened to the very painful misfortune of accidently shooting his foot near off. Dr. Jordan was called and soon dressed the wound. A good number of our subscribers are from 1 to 4 years behind on subscriptions, which makes it awful hard on a small paper. They would get real mad if we should give out their names to the public, still they think we should continue to run without the money and look pleasant on all occasions. MR. ETHRIDGE DEAD After an illness of two weeks with pneumonia, Mr. W.T. Ethridge died at his home on last Tuesday afternoon. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.M. Murray at Concord church Wednesday. In the death of Mr. Ethridge we lose one of our truest and best citizens. At all times, under all circumstances, he walked in the well beaten path of righteousness and when fully conscious that he was nearing the last on earth, he appeared to be fully impressed with the idea that at the end of time eternity began, and that the bright faith which sustained him during those trying hours of suffering would only grow brighter as he journeyed toward the infinite, and the final gloom of death be dispelled by the radiance of God's love. Could all live the just and upright life Mr. Ethridge lived and die in his trusting faith, death could no longer be called "The King of Terrors" for he inspired no terror there. EBENEZAR Rev. C.D. Carter filled his regular appointment here Saturday and Sunday. A crowd from here attended the school rally at Ellaville, Friday. Mr. Jodie Johnson visited friends at Andrew Chapel Sunday. Miss Minnie Jones spent Sunday with Miss Nellie Lumpkin. Miss Nellie Stevens was with Miss Lydia Owens Sunday. Miss Annie Wall of Hopewell, visited Miss Annie Owens this week. LACROSSE We all went up to Ellaville to the contest. Everyone reports having a good time. Though we didn't win a prize, LaCrosse was not the least by any means. Master Byron Dickerson of Columbus, is the guest of his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. W.M. Holloway. Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Allen was the guests of Mr. N.D. Athan Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Park spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Holloway. Mr. S.B. Holstead and Mr. W.T. Fulford spent the day with Mr. J.D. Duckworth, Sunday. Mr. Bright Franklin and Mr. Russell Autrey made the Misses Johnson a very pleasant call Sunday afternoon. MIDWAY Yes, Midway still survives and is progresssing very nicely this week. Miss Maude Oliver is visiting relatives near Moultrie. Miss Myrtle Kelly visited Miss Lilly Heath Sunday. Misses Julia and Jesse Murray were the guests of Miss Clara Brooks Sunday. A certain young man called on a young lady of our community Saturday night, but alas! he was too late, she had retired. Misses Mamie and Lillie Payne are spending the week with Miss Mae Gilmore. Miss Blauche Bray entertained quite a number of her friends Sunday afternoon. Miss Willie Fulford and her brother Charlie also Mr. James McCorkle attended the marriage of the latter's sister near Tazewell Sunday. end # 9 The Schley County News Friday, March 8, 1907 No. 10 LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Georgia--Schley County D.R. Murray and S.M. Ethridge having in proper form applied to me for permanent letters of administration on the estate of W.T. Etheridge late of said county, this is to cite all and singular the creditors and next of kin of W.T. Ethridge to be and appear at my office within the time allowed by law and show cause why permanent letters of administration should not be granted to D.R. Murray and S.M. Etheridge on said estate. This March 4th 1907. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. Schley county pensioners have been delayed on account of scarcity of funds at headquarters, but Judge Taylor is in receipt of a letter from Com. Lindsay stating the money will be forthcoming in the near future. PASSING NEWS Mrs. Lillie Dixon, Mrs. J.H. Cheney and Miss Julia Peacock spent Tuesday in Americus. Miss Callie Slappey is on a visit to friends at Americus this week. Mrs. E.T. Lightner and daughter Miss Alice were here last Friday. Mrs. J.L. Duncan and Miss Beryl Jones returned home last week from a visit to Waverly Hall. Messrs. Dudley and Smith came up from Americus Wednesday for a days hunt here. Mrs. J.H. Fulford of Dawson, is the guest of her mother, Mrs. T.H. Holston. Mr. D.R. Murray was in Ellaville Monday on business. Mr. W.A. McMath of Schley was here this week for a few hours. Mrs. J.V. Pilcher was in town Tuesday shopping. Our friend, Mr. J.C. Terry made us a short visit Monday and relieved us of that "broke-feeling" at a very opportune time. Judge T.J. Hixon was seen in town Tuesday morning with a hay rake on his shoulder. Ain't you crowding the season a little Judge? Mr. J.C. Strange was in town Tuesday, passed us on the square and slipped an American Eagle into our left hand, which is nearest our heart. Not so much local taxation, but Coca Cola taxation is being now discussed on the streets. (Note: from what I can gather there is some sort of new yearly tax that is being instituted that will effect those who sell Coca Cola. It's $50, a large sum at this time.) Miss Essie Wilson, always a pleasant visitor here, is the guest of Mrs. E. Hill, coming from Butler last week. Mr. S.B. Halstead dropped in to see us settling for his News for which we here extend our thanks. Mr. R.M. Rainey, one of the News' most liberal subscribers favored us with his yearly contribution of $3.00 Tuesday--Thanks Uncle Robt. Rev. Ledbetter having grown tired over so much harrang on the labor immigration question, placed an over-all Ermine on Tuesday, and you know, it was surprising to see how that Methodist preacher could work. The new soda fount has arrived at the City Drug Store and it's a "beaut." In the course of a few days more the phizzical operation will begin. Mr. and Mrs. Evelyn Moore, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Womack and little daughter, Helen of Desota, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J.S. Womack the past week. Mr. J.R. Cook of cotton seed fame, is having a fine sale on his seed this season. Varrious experiments throughout the Southern sates has proven that Mr. Cook's seeds are superior to all others. Schley county is no sardine anyway. The friends of Mrs. G.D. Hays will regret to learn of her death, at her home, in Americus, on last Sunday. She posessed many friends in this county, her native home besides a large list of relatives who will join the family in their deep sorow, over the untimely departure of the woman. GLENN HOLLY NEWS Glenn Holly has a promising debating society. Dary Snipes is very sick with pneumonia this week. Misses Sears, Caskey and Threlkeld spent Sunday with Miss Eva Rainey. Miss Myrtle Parks is visiting Mrs. Barrow. Mrs. C.S. Wall is staying with her mother, as Mr. Wall has accepted a position with Oil Mills of Americas. Many of the Bells of Ellaville visited Sunday School Sunday afternoon. Master Howell Eason spent Sunday with Charles Wall. We are coming Midawy, sooner or later. High Class buggy---good as new---detachable children seat, at an unusually low price. Apply to C.L. Peacock. LACROSSE Mr. E.L. Holloway is on the sick list this wek. Miss Jessie Poole, spent Sunday very pleasantly with home folks. Misses Emma Mae and Mamie Holloway and Mr. E.W. Holloway, of Andersonville spent Sunday afternoon with the Misses Holloway of County Line. Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay Mcleheney spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Kent. Mrs. Marion Messers, of Columbus, is the guest of her mother, Mrs. Rigsby. Miss Lizzie Johnson spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. B.J. Grantham. Coca Cola at Park and Holloway's in spite of high licenses. W have arranged to, in a few days, make some valuable changes in our cold drink department, which will enable us to serve our long list of customers more satisfactory in the future than we have in the past. We are in the cold drink business and after consulting with our customers, we find that it is necessary for us to stay in it. The public will please take notice to this effect. Fifty dollars is some money, but "thank goodness" it's not all the money---it never "toch us." Our customers may drink us out, but here's lookin at you, we want (won't) be taxed out. Our goods will be better, owing to the Pure Food Inspection which they will have to undergo, and prices are the same. Park & Holloway. ANDREW CHAPEL NEWS Mrs. McGarrah has been ill for the last few days. Mr. Bob Perry visited home folks Saturday and Sunday. Brother Ledbetter filled his regular appointment at Andrew Chapel Saturday and Sunday. Miss Mytis Strange spent last week with home folks. Miss Ethel McGarrah is visiting her sister at Roanoke, Ala. Mr. Charlie Strange and family spent last week with Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Strange. Miss Minnie Lindsay left last week for her home in Ellaville. Miss Taylor of Atlanta is the guest of Mrs. G.T. Walker at Piney Wood Park. Miss Nettye Walker spent the weekend with home folks. Mrs. Bob Strange is on the sick list this week. Miss Annie Clyde Perry made her sister a visit at Americus. We are glad to report that Master L.T. Wadsworth is recovering from a severe attack of pneumonia. Quite a crowd attended an entertainment at Mr. A.J. Autry's Friday, all report a fine time. end # 10. The Schley County News Friday, March 15, 1907 No. 11 NOTICE OF FIRST MEETING OF CREDITORS In the District Court of the United States, for the Northern District of Georgia, in Bankruptcy, In the matter of J.H. Montgomery, Bankrupt. In bankruptcy, to the Creditors of the above named bankrupt of Ellaville, Ga., and District aforesaid: Notice is hereby given that the afore mentioned person has been duly adjudicated Bankrupt; and that the first meeting of his creditors will be held at my office in Columbus, Ga., on the 18th day of March A.D. 1907, at ten o'clock in the forenoon at which time the said creditors may attend, prove their claims, appoint a trustee, examined the Bankrupt, and transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting. Frank U. Garrard, referee in bankruptcy. Columbus, Ga. PASSING NEWS Rev. A.B. Hawks was a visitor to Ellaville Monday. Messrs. McCrory and McCook, of Columbus, spent Sunday here, the guests of relatives. Mr. O. Peacock, after a long illness, is fast improving and his friends hope to see him out again soon. Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Rainey spent Sunday with parents, Mr. and Mrs. ? F. Rainey. Dr. and Mrs. Collum, of Herod, are with their parents at Putnam this week. Misses Maggie Williams and Susie Strange are the guests of Miss Annie Collum at Putnam. Mrs. H.S. Lindsay was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Larkin at Americus this week. Mrs. G.W. Payne was the pleasant guest of Mrs. G.C. Jones last week. Misses Lula and Kathryne Hurst after a delightful stay of a week with Mrs. A.A. Arrington have returned to their home at Perry. Misses Julia Peacock and Dollie Allen left Wednesday for Smithville, where they will spend several days very pleasantly at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P.C. Livingston. Rev. A.B. Wall, now of Homerville, after a visit of several days to his mother here, returned home Monday. Mr. Wall preached Sunday night at the Methodist church to a large congregation. All were highly pleased with his discourse. July 1st all rural mail carriers will get $75 per month, and Schley's "faithful four" no doubt heartily join the News in it's appreciation of this fact. Without questions, Rural Free Delivery is one of the most beneficial laws to the greatest number of people now in force in America. Midway school reports as entering the Coru, Cotton and Chicken Contest, Ruba Hambrick, Jessie Murray, Dora Usry, Maxie Gilmore, William Oliver, Asa Murray and Barney Usry. We will publish the names of others as they are given to us. Midway may not always be first, but she is never last. IN MEMORY OF W.T. ETHRIDGE By request of the family, I submit the following: W.T. Ethridge was born in the year 1850, was married to M.E. Murray, January 3rd, 1877, to this union were born 10 children, all in life except two, the deceased has two loving brothers, both in Texas. He was a member of the methodist church at Concord, this county. It was my pleasure to live close by him from the days of his boyhood until 1891. I found in him a quiet hightoned, honorable citizen, always considerate and kind to all, and was a good provider for his family, and I don't think I ever knew a kinder man in his family than he was, being of a gentle disposition, he had the confidence and respect of all who knew him. During his last illness, he, in his usual quiet manner told his family all about his business affairs giving direction indetail just as though he was going on a long visit. He called one of his daughters to his bedside, took hold of her hand and said, "Olia, what a strange fix I'm in," and asked her if she could see what he saw. Then pointing to the ceiling above his head and remarked "right there is the prettiest sight I have ever seen. Oh, so many flowers, and boys and girls with wings. Oh! how happy they look, and right there Olia, is some thing less than a bird. It has been coming and going all morning, always going right back to the same place." He constantly prayed to God for his children but never prayed to be restored to health, but said "just let me fall asleep." He frequently told the family not to grieve for him for he would soon be at rest. Just before death came, he said: "I have not lived up to the requirements of the Bible, but I feel like God has forgiven my sins, just put me away." The next day we met at the cemetery where we found a large concourse of his friends and neighbors assembled, and after brief services by the writer we laid his remains away to await the command of God on the resurrection at which time I believe he will be fully conformed to the image of Jesus, for I have long felt that God had been gracious to him in the pardon of his sins. He bore good fruit which is worth more than a mere profession. His wife passed away several years ago. Since then he has lived alone, except to have his children with him. Four boys and two girls constitute the family at home. In death this father told his children: "God will provide for you." Dear children, you have my sympathy and prayers, and may God enable each of you to emulate the life and example of your Father. May he sanctify this dispensation of His providence to your good, sustain you all in this life, and finally save you in death, at which time you may join your sainted Father in that good world beyond this vail of tears, where separation never comes and suffering and death cannot enter, there to spend and endless eternity around the dazling throne of God with the redeemed out of every nation of the earth. I hope to meet you there through the atonement of Jesus to praise, and gaze in awe and glorious wonder at the dear Saviour as the great centre of attraction. J.M. Murray. end # 11. The Schley County News Friday, March 22, 1907 No. 12. PASSING NEWS Miss Susie Strange was visitor here Tuesday afternoon. Rev. C. B. Carter is out again after a few days illness. Miss Ophelia Threlkeld has a fine little kindergarten class, teaching them at her home. Mrs. William Lightner, of Sylvester, is on a visit to relatives in Schley this week.. Mr. E.T. Lightner has been quite sick with gripp for the past week, but glad to say he is now much improved. Mrs. T.J. Baisden, of Americus, is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Murphey. Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Chipley, of Columbus, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. E.S. Baldwin a few days this week. The bravest soldiers of the sixties were from Schley county, yet they made last in the payment of pensions. Ye of the tried and true, be patient, it will be here when it gets here. Mr. T.C. Murray is spending several days with his parents here, coming from Selma, Ala., last Friday, at which place he holds a very responsible position as traveling salesman for a wholesale firm. A move is being agitated towards organizing a Brass Band in Ellaville. There is nothing like a town tooting its own horn; let's have it. Annie Laurie and Dixie Land will help things much through the long summer months, just anyhting to keep a fellow from thinking about when his rent comes due. FIRE AT LACROSSE At one o'clock Tuesday night fire broke out in the Singletery store house at LaCrosse and in a very short time the building and entire stock of merchandise owned by Mr. Charles Mauk, was totally consumed by the flames. The Central Depot was also burned, catching from the burning store. A favorable wind was all that saved the store and dwelling of Mr. L.W. Dixon. The origin of the fire cannot be traced though it is generally believed that the store was burglarized and the torch applied, happening at such a late hour of the night. DEATH OF MR. SNIDER Mr. J. A. Snider, after a long and useful life, the greater portion of which having been spent in Schley county, died at his home, near Glenn Holly, Thursday afternoon. His general health had not been good for several months past, but none were prepared to hear of his death, the end coming so sudden. He can also be numbered among Schley's honorable dead, as by his quiet and unassuming life he commanded the highest respect of all who knew him. He leaves a wife and several children who will miss his good examples and fatherly advice. The funeral services were conducted at Hopewell church, Friday afternoon by his pastor Rev. Ledbetter. THE CONTEST Since our last issue, the following boys and girls in the Schley County Public Schools have entered the Corn, Cotton, and Chickens Contest: Ebenezar, Grady Sorrels, Walter Sorrels, Mary Lizzie Sorrels, Orbie Stevens, Willie and Nellie Lumpkin. Lewis, Robert Stewart, Grady Wimbish, Ralph Walker, Elinor Stewart, Jennie Driver and Callie Wall, Cull Rainey, and Watson Rainey. Other names will be published next week. No definite statement can now be made relative to prizes as all the funds needed have not been secured. The only positive statement that can be made is that $15 in cash will be given as first prize for each, corn, cotton, and chickens. There will be second prizes, and the first prize may be increased. Prizes will be offered for needle work, canning, and preserving and cooking to be done by the girls in the public schools. (What is this? I have no idea.) A FINE COW Capt. Peacock's Jersey cow, "Blue Bell of Biltmore," has been in milk one year today and has milked during that period 10720 lbs of milk, or an average of over 3 1/2 gallons per day for the twelve months. At 25 c per gal. it nets the neat little sum of 335 dollars besides a heifer calf that can be sold for $250. "Blue Bell" is five months in calf now, is milking over 3 gals. a day. The calf will also drop a calf in Sept. and promises to be even better than her dam. See the two in front of Bridges and Dixon's Drug store at 9 o'clock Saturday morning, March 23, and you will not doubt the above statement. end # 12. The Schley County News Friday, March 29, 1907 No. 13. THE CONTEST GROWS The greatest day the county has ever known is promised for the early days of October, when the school boys and girls of the county will come together in their Corn, Cotton and Chicken contest. New contestants are entering almost everyday, to whom buletins for their year's study are being furnished. In addition to the county prizes, these boys and girls will have a chance to win some of the number of prizes, amounting to over $1000, that will be offered by the State Agricultural Society. Pupils should enter at once and get a contest button that will be theirs during the year. Since our last issue these boys and girls have entered: Truston Stevens, Hugh McMichael, Robert McMichael, Susie Brand Collum, James bridges, Murray Cook, Tom Cook, Lois Cook, Edith Murray, Murlee Ethridge, Mattie Lee Murray, Mattie Hill, Katie Hill, and Clara Patton. The school census of 1903 shows that at that time there were 541 white children in the county. During 1906, 502 white children attended the public schools. PASSING NEWS Mrs. C.G. Jones is visiting relatives at Columbus this week. Mr. Will Massey of Dawson was the pleasant visitor of Mrs. J.? Strange, Sunday. Mrs. A.J. Hill is visiting her sister Mrs. L.W. Gardner of Oglethorpe. The friends of Miss Luella Woods will regret to learn of her illness at Rochelle. Mesdames Jordan and English were the guests of home folks at Buena Vista, Sunday. Miss Ina Williams returned to Broxton(?) Monday after a pleasant stay of two days here with parents. Miss Amzie Daniel, of Friendship, was a visitor at the home of Miss Minnie Lindsay Sunday. Jack Slappey, coming from Plains, was doing the gallant here Sunday. Prof. Fred Walters now of Arrington, passed through Saturday afternoon enroute for Greenville. P.H. Williams and very attractive daughter, Miss Fay, of Americus have been the guests of Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Murray for the past several days. Mr. E.M. Duncan moved his family from Oglethorpe last week and they are comfortably situated in the Bridges home in the grove. Mr. and Mrs. J.C. King visited relatives at Christopher last week. C.R. McCrory and J.T. Royal spent a couple of days at Macon this week. Misses Maude Williamson and Julia Peacock went up to Columbus Saturday night to see James O'Neal. E. Roney Jordan made a business trip to Columbus Friday. H.A. Peacock went down to Americus Monday. W.J. Slappey, of LaCrosse, was in town on business Wednesday. Mr. R.E.L. Eason spent several days at Macon this week, and while there visited the public schools of that place, with which, he is very much pleased. Miss Anna Riley, coming from Americus Monday, is with her siiter (sister?), Mrs. Geo. Johnson, in the country, who is quite sick. Misses Jossie and Spear were among the pleasant and attractive visitors here last week as the guests of Misses Lightner and Fowler. Aubrey--youah daughtah has consented to marry me, and--or-- I'd like to know if there is any insanity in your family? Old gentleman (emphatically), There must be!---Just fun. A pleasant party composed of Mrs. R.W. Stevens, Misses Ida Munro, Swinnard and Vinton, coming from Putnam last Friday spending the day with Mrs. S.C. Collum. HOT PRICES 11 lbs Rio coffee...............................................................................$1.00 8 lbs pea berry coffee........................................................................$1.00 Parch coffe worth 25.......................................................................... 20 Plantene & Cottolene worth 12 1/2...................................................... 11 Few boxes Liberty Bell chewing tobacco............................................. 32 Schnapps, Early bird, Redmeat & Sweep Stakes tobacco.................35 to 37 Drum Tobacco.................................................................................. 30 Lollords snuff per lbs......................................................................... 45 Grant, Babit's potash, formerly 10 c, now............................................ 07 Pearline & Celloid starch........................................................5 c or 3 for 10 Alligator oysters per doz................................................................... 1.00 Lot granite, tin ware lamps, cutiery & buggy whips at actual cost A few sacks of salt........................................................................... 52 At ALLEN GROCERY end # 13. The Schley county News Friday, April 5, 1907 No. 14 FROM LEWIS SCHOOL Miss Willie Perry has been very sick for the last few days but glad to report she is better. Judge and Mrs. Childers visited their parents Mr. and Mrs. T.R. Strange Saturday and Sunday. The Misses Lindsay were the guests of Misses Sara Bennett and Susie Strange Sunday. Little Miss Theo Wimbish who has been quite sick is slowly improving. Mrs. K. Stewart, of Worth county, made Mr. John Stewart and family a pleasant visit Wednesday. Mr. Charlie Womack and Jute Snider visited Mrs. Robert Stewart Sunday. Mrs. McGarrah visited her daughter in Americus last week. Among the many pleasant visitors here Saturday (Easter weekend) were Misses Fay Williams, Amogene (Imogene) Sears, Ethel Edge, Flossie Eason, and Messrs. Collins, Rainey, Jordan, Howell, and Fred Eason. Master Marcus Perry and little brother Henry visited Buena Vista the past week. JURORS FOR APRIL TERM Grand Jury J.R. Holloway, R.T. Bivens, H.H. Threlkeld, Z.T. Wall, R.L. Owens, C.D. Carter, A.C. Murray, T.H. Walker, R.N. Chapman, P.Z. Hill, J.F. Woods, J.L. Devane, J.R. Jordan, W.C. Kelly, W.T. Stewart, T.G. Hudson, J.C. Chapman, E.R. Hart, G.W. Fulford, T.C. Tondee, C.B. Johnson, W.A. Perry, A.J. Hill, A.W. Wall, C.R. Snipes, C.R. Tondee, John Stewart, V.H. Tondee, A.M. Park. Traverse Jury L.G. Gausey, T.J. Poole, M.D. Herring, W.B. Barrow, C.T. Jordan, G.W. Holloway, L.H. Tondee, E.L. Bridges, H.R. Patton, J.J. Holloway, J.M. Parsons, Rice Swearingen, L.W. Dixon, T.V. Bridges, H.J. Williams, R.H. Strange, L.S. Dozier, H.M. Pilcher, A.L. Beckwith, C.E. Baldwin, J.R. Brewer, W.H. Grantham, W.H. Mott, C.C. Rumph, W.E. Dozier, R.M. Murphy, S.P. Tison, T.J. Murphey, C.B. Teel, J.S. Womack, C.R. Ross, T.L. Rainey, R.W. Gilmore, W.D. Murray. R.E.L. Walters. GRAND JURY PRESENTMENTS We the grand jurors sworn and chosen for the April Term of Schley County Superior court 1907 beg leave to submit the following report: We have appointed a committee of three to examine the books of all county officials and report at the next term of court, namely, P.Z. Hill, C.D. Carter, and T.C. Tondee. We reccommend that they be paid $2.00 per day for their service. We recommend that J.S. Womack be duly appointed a member of the county board of education. We have examined the public buildings through committee and report the court house and jail in need of paint and repair. We have made such investigations as time would admit and find the roads in fairly good condition except the road leading from A.W. Wall to Williams Mill and the road from Ellaville to Quebec. We recommend the road commissioners have the roads put in good condition at once. Resolved: that the thanks of this body be tendered to Hon. Z.A. Littlejohn for the the able and impartial manner in which he has presided over our court. Also to the Solicitor general for his assistance rendered our body in discharging our duties as grand jurors. We recommend that these presentments be published in the Schley County News. T.G. Hudson, Foreman. Read in open court and ordered filed of record. Let the presentments be published as requested. This April 8th, 1907. F.A. Hooper, Solicitor General Z.A. Littlejohn, Judge. PASSING NEWS Misses Willa Wiggins and Edith Munro spent Monday in Americus shopping. Mr. Ed Woods, of Dawson, spent Monday here, S.C. Collins spent a few days out on the road last week. Mrs. Chadwick, Mr. Jule Chadwick and Wyatt Chapman, of Columbus, spent a few days last week with Mrs. Sam Williamson. Mrs. J.F. Woods returned home Monday from a visit to Mrs. J.P Cannon in Sumter. Mrs. W.K. Dennis and little daughter Helen, coming from Shelman Monday, will spend some time here with friends. Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Hudson of Americus, are guests of Mr. and Mrs. M.D. Herring this week. Mr. Lester Stewart of Bronwood, visited here this week. Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Holloway of County Line spent Friday with Mrs. A.M. Park. Mrs. E.B. Hornady and Little daughter Minnie Drane, and Miss Drane, of Buena Vista, passed through Sunday afternoon enroute for their home returning from an extended trip through Mexico. Miss Dollie Allen spent Monday night in Americus, the guest of friends. Prof. C.O. Rainey of Sylvester spent several days this week with parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Rainey. Rev. Ledbetter is on a visit to his daughter at Caro this week where he will also deliver a lecture. Mrs. E.E. Collins and Mrs. W.K.Dennis leave today for Savannah, where they go as delegates to the state convention of the Women's Missionary Society. Mr. E.T. Lightner was in Ellaville Tuesday, made us a call, passed us a dollar and returned home in the afternoon, the nicest looking man we had seen during the day. ANDREW CHAPEL NEWS The first of April came on unfavorable for farm work so far. We had heavy rain and hail lst Sunday night. Misses Sara Bennett, Susie Strange and Lucy Mott visited Ellaville last Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Allen Perry of Americus visited Mrs. T.A. Wimbish last Friday. Miss Vera Mott is spending two weeks with her sister Mrs. R.S. McGarrah. Misses Sara Bennett and Susie Strange spent last Monday night with Miss Myrtis Strange. We are glad to report that little Miss Theo Wimbish is improving. Mr. J.C. Strange who has been quite sick this week is able to be up. Mrs. R.S. Greene, nee Lula Strange is rapidly improving from a severe attack of rheumatism under the traetment of a specialist in Atlanta. On last Saturday morning Miss Willie Perry happened to a serious accident, the horse ran away with her, threw her out of the buggy, however she was not seriuosly hurt. end # 14. The Schley County News Friday, April 19, 1907. PASSING NEWS Miss Minnie Lindsay is on a visit to relatives at Americus. Mr. Joe Sears came up from Dawson and spent Sunday with parents. C.B. Johnson is back at his post of duty at the hardware store after a short illness. Miss Maude Williamson is attending the Chautuaqua at Albany this week. Mr. and Mrs. S.M. Callier of Thomaston spent Saturday here, the guests of Mrs. E.W. Strange. Mr. W.D. McCoy and daughter, Miss Carry of Oglethorpe, were the guests of Mr. and (Mrs.?) E.M. Duncan this week. Mrs. R.F. Tison was called to the bedside of her daughter, Mrs. T.B. Rainey, at Buena Vista, last week. Mrs. Rainey has been quite sick for the past week. Note: T.B. Rainey was Thomas Benjah Rainey and his wife was Kittie Tison Rainey. Kittie died September 5, 1907 and is buried in the Ellaville Cem. RAINEYM968@aol.com Martha Rainey Mrs. L.M. Holloway is quite ill with pneumonia at her home near Bluff Spring. A fine baby girl is one of the most recent arrivals at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Fulford, at Lowe, arriving Monday night. The two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Walters, who lives a few miles north of town, caught on fire early Sunday morning and before asistance could be rendered she was so badly burned that death followed on Monday, in spite of every effort on the part of parents and physicians to conteract (counteract) the dreadful injury. The friends of Dr. John Lightner will regret to learn that he, while doing the "skating stunt" at Buena Vista last week, fell and broke his arm, which although not serious, it will throw him off of duty several days. Mrs. William Lumpkin, who for many years resided in this county and having a large family relation here, died in Worth county last Saturday at the home of her son, at the age of 73. Her body was brought to Ellaville on the afternoon train Sunday, was carried to Tazewell and intered in the family cemetery at that place. ANDREW CHAPEL NEWS Mrs. John Howell was called to the bedside of her son Gordon who is seriously ill. Misses Susie Strange and Sara Bennett and Myrtis Strange visited Mr. and Mrs. Z.S. Childers of Americus last Saturday and Sunday. Miss Elinor Stewart has been absent from school on account of her illness. Miss Myrtis Strange is visiting relations in Atlanta this week. Mr. Auley luke of Lesley was a visitor this community Sunday. Miss Willie Perry is spending the week in Americus with her sister. Mr. J.C. Sears, of Dawson and Mr. John Wall were visitors in the community Sunday afternoon. A crowd of our young folks are planning a trip to Tybee within the next month. end # 15. The Schley County News Friday, April 26, 1907 No. 16. PASSING NEWS Mrs. J.C. Rainey returned home Friday from a week's visit to relatives at Waverly Hall. Maj. Bill Tondee is here this week, coming from Alexander City, Ala., last Saturday. Mrs. Hightower, after a brief but successful period, has discontinued her millinery business here. R.W. Woods came over from Bronwood Sunday, spending the day with home folks. Rev. W.K. Dennis now of Shelman, was a pleasant and welcome visitor here this week. The material for the new bank is being laid down and in a few more weeks, work will begin on same. Mrs. George W. Chipley came down from Columbus Sunday and spent the day with her parents, Maj. and Mrs. E.S. Baldwin. Misses Mina Wooten and Effie Bethune, of Buena Vista, spent a few days here last week, as the very attractive and popular guests of Mrs. S.C. Collins. Mrs. Jane Parks, nee Miss Lightner, died at Sales City, Ga., Monday the 15th. She was a sister to Mrs. E.T. Lightner, Mrs. E.M. Woodall, Mrs. Harriett Murray and Mrs. J.M. Murray. Mrs. T.V. Bridges was called to the bedside of her daughter, Mrs. J.A. Hixon, of Americus, on last Monday. The friends of Mrs. Hixon at this place will regret to learn that she is ill. Mr. G.W. Chipley, after an absence for quite a number of years, has for the past week met many of his old Schley county friends, he now being in charge of the passenger train as conductor. MRS. CHAS. F. CRISP PASSES AWAY. After a brief illness, Mrs. Charles F. Crisp died at her home at Americus on Tuesday morning. She was a widow of the late Charles F. Crisp, speaker of the House of Representatives of the United States. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon. Before her marriage, Mrs. Crisp was Miss Clara Burton, of Ellaville. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Carr S. Glover and Mrs. G.F. Davenport, and two sons, Judge Charles R. and Frederick Crisp, and a sister Mrs. J.N. Scarbrough. She was 59 years of age. (NOTE: Clara Belle Burton and her husband Charles Frederick Crisp are buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Americus. The surviving sister, Mrs. J.N. Scarbrough, was formerly Ella Leila Burton and the lady who gave her name to the town of Ellaville. She is also buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Americus.) end # 16. The Schley County News Friday, May 3, 1907 No. 17 PASSING NEWS T.R. Slappey was in town Wednesdy. Mrs. G.W. Payne, of Macon county, spent several days with her mother, Mrs. C.G. Jones this week. Mr. Stacy Jones came down from Columbus and spent the day with parents Sunday. R.L. Tondee, coming from Dawson, visited with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Tondee, Sunday. Mr. R.H. Slappey is still improving from a recent attack of paralysis. Misses Mary and Alice Lightner spent Wednesday in town. Miss Maude Williamson has returned home after a pleasant visit to friends in Albany. Mrs. P.F. Dixon has been on a visit to Mrs. L.W. Dixon at LaCrosse this week. Miss Imogene Sears was a visitor to Americus Tuesday. Quite a party went down to Dozier's Mill Thursday picnicing. Mr. Jack Woods is at home for a few days nursing a mashed foot. Miss Annie Bridges, of Atlanta, has been the guest of friends and relatives in the city for the past few days. Mr. and Mrs. C.O. Freeman, after a stay of several days with their sister, Mrs. J.L. Duncan, returned to Columbus Tuesday. Mrs. G.A. Hill, who has been very sick at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P.Z. Hill for the past week, was carried to her home at Sylvester, Wednesday. Her condition is still quite serious. Mr. Chester McCrory, who has during the winter, been attending the Stetson University, at DeLand, Fla., is now home. Miss Minnie and Lucille Lindsay left Monday for Atlanta where they will spend several months in the study of music. Messrs. R.J. Perry, A.W. Smith, and Morgan Eldridge, of the Bank of Southwestern Georgia, were in Ellaville Monday in their agency at this place. On last Saturday, afternoon from 3:30 to 5, Mrs. J.L. Duncan entertained quite a number of lady friends at her home on Oglethorpe St., in honor of Mrs. Chas. Freeman, of Columbus. Mr. H.S. Lindsay spent several days in Atlanta this week. The many friends of Miss Ethel Collins will regret very much to learn that she will in the next few days leave for her home at Blakely. Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Smith and Master Henry Smith Munro, returned from Florida last week after a pleasant stay of four or five months during the winter season. Miss Ethel Collins was the recipient of quite a delightful entertainment given in her honor on last Wednesday evening by Miss Martha Baldwin at the home of Mrs. H.J. Williams. All Ellaville will regret to learn that in all probability, Ellaville will soon have to give up Mr. E.L. Bridges, himself, is at present in Atlanta, where he has charge of the Alkahest Lyceum office. His family will join him in the near future should they decide to make a permanent home. Mr. Blunt Perry, of Rome, is on a visit to relatives at Andrew Chapel, and on Wednesday afternoon he was here in Ellaville shaking hands with several of his old Confederate comrades, that he has not seen since the war. Mr. Perry enlisted from this county in the 46th Ga., in the same company with Messrs Marion Dunn, J.T. Stewrat, Bob Hern and B.J. Grantham, now living, and many others dead long ago. Quite impressive was the occasion Wednesday when Mr. Perry met with veterans Dunn, Allen, Hixon, and Stewart at Williams & Walters corner, and very pleasant indeed was it to hear their exchange of experiences and the story of their comradeship together in ranks of the Grey. Mr. E.L. Bridges gives notice with this issue that the rate charged from this on for residence phones will be $1.50 per month, a raise of 25 cents from the old price. This increase however does not apply to old subscribers--they get the phone for a period of five years at the old rate of $1.25. The new price is made only with reference to phones to be added in the future. The variations in prices may seem, at first, as discriminatory against new subscribers, but when considering the view of which Mr. Bridges takes of it, it is rather the payment of a debt of gratitude to those old subscribers who offered every assistance when he undertook the work of installing an up-to-date exchange in so small a town as Ellaville. After nearly two years of business, Mr. Bridges finds that it is impossible to maintain a telephone system and give the right service at the price of $1.25 per month, and it is in view of this actual experience that no new contracts will be made at this price; but, as before stated, he proposes to stand by his original agreement with all old subscribers for a term of five years at least. DOTS FROM CONCORD Whether to plant over or not seems to be a problem that is hard for the farmers to solve. Some have planted all of their seed and have not gotten a stand and can't get seed to plant over, while others have not planted at all. School closed last Friday, Prof. Collum gave us a very interesting talk, encouraging us, the boys and girls in their educational struggle. Five certificates were delivered to the boys and girls who completed the common school course. Miss Annie Collum, our teacher, has done some extra good work for the school which is greatly appreciated by both school and community. Teacher, we thank you for all your kind endeavors to do us good. May your good wishes for us be all fullfilled in years to come. Miss Leila Stewart, Miss Essie Wilson and Miss Annie Collum spent the day very pleasantly with the Misses Lightner, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Will Murray and family are visiting relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. Will Jackson spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. H.R. Patton this week. Miss Alberta Stubbs is on a visit to relatives here. We are glad to say that Uncle Jasper Bridges is improving some this week. Boys, how about some picnics, now.---School Boy. end # 17. The Schley County News Friday, May 10, 1907 No. 18. PASSING NEWS Miss Essie Wilson, of Butler, is with her grandmother, Mrs. E. Hill. Miss Leila Stewart is with her sister, Mrs. A.C. Murray. Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Strange went over to Americus, Friday. Mr. and Mrs. S.M. Callier, of Thomaston, are guests of relatives in the city. Dr. J.A. Paine, of Texas, will preach at the Methodist church next Wednesday night. D.A. Peacock is at home this week, coming from Atlanta, Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Sellars, of Walls Crossing, spent Tuesday with Mrs. H.H. Threlkeld? Mrs. Gorday and sister, Miss Carrie Lou McCook, of Columbus, was the guests of Mrs. J.B. Williamson, last week. Miss Bertie Gresham, of Putnam, has been the guest of Mrs. S.C. Collins the past week. Mrs. J.L. Lightner gave her music class a delightful outing Saturday, picnicing at Dozier's Mill. Mrs. E.L. Bridges went over to Americus shopping Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Davis and Mr. and Mrs. W.M. Jones of Americus, spent Sunday with their sister, Mrs. Lillie Dixon. Mesdames Jordan and English spent several days with parents at Buena Vista the past week. Mrs. Dr. Strickland, of Butler, spent last Friday with her grandmother, Mrs. Catherine Hill. (NOTE: this is an error. The name should have been Mrs. Dr. Fickling. Mrs. Dr. Fickling was Lucy C. Wilson d/o Wm. Benjaminw Wilson and Mary Julia Hill. She married Dr.George Walker Fickling, Nov. 14, 1901 in Taylor Co.) Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Collins and Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Slappey spent Sunday with Mrs. C.H. Wall, at Walls Crossing. Col. L.T. Lane, of Americus, was in Ellaville Tuesday on legal business. Mrs. W.D. Murray returned home Friday, after a stay of a few days with Mrs. P.H. Williams at Americus. J.H. Bryant, one of Murray's most prominent farmers was in town Monday. Mrs. E.H. Morrison and Miss Ethel Edge made a visit to relatives at Americus last week. Mrs. A.J. Hill is on a visit to relatives at Oglethorpe. Mr. E.L. Bridges came down from Atlanta, Wednesday. Mrs. Johnston and daughter, of Rocky Ford, are the guests of Mrs. Fannie Cheney. Mrs. L.W. Gardner after a stay of some time here returned to her home at Oglethorpe, Thursday. Dr. B.L. Bridges went up to Atlanta Tuesday on very important business. Mrs. H.J. Williams left Thursday for Thomasville, where she goes to attend the Missionary meeting. Col. J.R. Williams of Americus, who has been quite sick for the past month, is now on the road to a speddy recovery. His many friends in Schley who have been deeply interested in his recent illness will be too glad to learn that his condition is no longer considered serious. Quite a party spent the day at Andersonville Sunday. Those enjoying the day were, Mr. and Mrs. S. Williamson, Mr. Roney Jordan and Miss Martha Baldwin, Mr. Horace Walters and Miss Edithe Munro, Mr. John Wall and Miss Minnie Caskey, Mr. Arthur Murray and Miss Myrtis Strange. The skating fever has at last struck Ellaville. It was a little late arriving, but it's here, good and proper. The old White Hall store has been converted into a suitable rink, and morning noon and night it is the liveliest place for fifteen miles around. Everybody is on wheels except those who are too old to risk their bones or otherwise scrupously opposed to this innocent pleasure. NEWS FROM LACROSSE Those entering the Cotton, Corn, and Chicken contest are Westbrook Autry and Victor Autry. Crops aroung here are looking bad, some of the farmers will have to plant over. School has closed for the present term, and teacher, we want to thank you for your good care and management of the school. Mr. C.H. Mauk's store is about completed and he will soon be ready to open up again, to the delight of his many friends. Several from here attended service at Andrew Chapel, Sunday.---- "Preacher". end # 18. The Schley County News Friday, May 17, 1907 No. 19 PASSING NEWS Mrs. E.W. Strange and little daughter, Sarah, are on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Callier at Thomaston. Messrs. W.D. Murray, A.J. Walters, and J.T. Royal spent several days this week prospecting in Berrien county. Mr. and Mrs. Horace Stewart coming from Wallace, N.C. last week, are now with their mother, Mrs. Stewart at Stewart's Mill. Miss Julia Peacock is on a visit to her sister, Mrs. E.L. McGowen at Savannah, going there Tuesday. Miss Martha Baldwin left Thursday for Homerville where she goes to attend the marriage of her friend Miss Lula Drane, of that place. Clerk and Mrs. E.B. Barrow returned here Monday from a several days visit in Houston county. Mrs. George (Archibald) Hill, who was quite sick here several days ago and was taken to her home at Sylvester, died at that place on last Sunday night. Mrs. Hill, before her marriage, was Miss (Fannie) Payne, a daughter of the late William Payne (and M.M. Fulford) who for many years was a honorable and highly respected citizen of this county. She is survived by her husband and four little children, all of whom have the deepest sympathy of their many friends in Schley. Owing to the great fall of in attendance for the past few weeks, Prof. H.V. Collins announced on last Friday afternoon that school at the Crisp Institute would close for the present term. Miss Jessie Jameson, who has been assisting Prof. Collins will continue to teach a class of small children through the months of May and June. Mrs. E.L. Bridges and children left Thursday for Atlanta where they go to join Mr. Bridges for a stay of several weeks. Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Callier, of Thomaston, returned home with their daughter, Mrs. E.W. Strange, Wednesday. Rev. J.M. Gleen, of Macon, will give a stereoptican lecture, on China, at the Methodist church here Friday night. No admission and no collection. AT BUENA VISTA Mesdames E.B. Hornady and J.W. Roberts, of Buena Vista, were the charming hostesses at the reception given at this place on last Thursday evening from 8 to 12. They invited "bloods" from Ellaville, being present were: H. Freeman Dixon, H. Arthur Peacock, C. Edwin Baldwin, B. Lindsay Bridges, P.E. Taylor, E. Roney Jordan II, Vascoe Collins and W. Arthur Murray. CONCORD DOTS We are having some very fine weather now for the farmers to cultivate their crops. Some have begun to cultivate their plants, while some few are still planting. The weeds and grass are running away with the crops but if this pretty weather continues long enough they will soon be put out of the way. Miss Leila Stewart is visiting her brother in Bronwood this week. Mr. Lowe Snider came over to see one of Concord's young ladies Sunday afternoon. Birds of feathers flock together. So do the boys and girls. Mr. Belton Jennings, of Dawson, and Mr. Joe Murray, of Ellaville, spent the day very pleasantly with the Misses Lightner, Sunday. We are glad to say those on the sick list are improving. end # 19. The Schley County News Friday, May 24, 1907 No. 20 PASSING NEWS S.R. Bridges of Atlanta was here Wednesday. E.W. Strange left Monday for a few days fishing at Well's Mill. Miss Helen Tondee is on a visit to Mrs. Ed Eubanks at Fort Valley this week. Mrs. C.G. Jones is with her daughter, Mrs. G.W. Payne in Macon County. Miss Maggie Williams was the guest of friends in Americus Sunday. Dr. John Lightner, of Buena Vista, was in town last week. Miss Zera Payne is with her grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. C.G. Jones. Mrs. J.M. Collum was in town Tuesday. Prof. Fred Waters, after a very successful term of school at Magnolia is at home for the summer. Mrs. E.W. Strange went down to Americus Saturday. Misses Eubanks, of Plains, are the guests of Miss Maude Williamson for the week. Miss Julia Peacock will return from Savannah Friday and Mrs. E.L. McGowen will return with her. Miss Fulford, of Columbus, is with Mrs. S.C. Collins this week. Mrs. C.R. McCrory made a visit to Americus Friday. Mrs. J.L. Duncan left Thursday for a visit to parents at Waverly Hall. Miss Nettye Payne, of Americus, and her friend Miss Barnard of Abbeville, were the guests of Mrs. L.G. Stewart, Friday. Mrs. S. Williamson, Miss Maude Williamson, Misses Eubanks and Prof. Collins spent the day at the camps with Mrs. Cofer. Mrs. Oliver came down from Buena Vista Friday and spent Saturday and Sunday with friends. Mrs. R.F. Williamson is making a visit to her son, Mr. Edgar Williamson at Bronwood. Mrs. M.L. Williams, of Buena Vista, came down Tuesday to be with her daughter, Mrs. J.R. Jordan, who is sick. Mrs. G.P. DeWolf, of Mexico, is the guest of Mrs. J.B. Williamson this week. Mrs. Robt Stevens, of Putnam, spent Tuesday night with Mrs. S.C. Collins. Miss Maymie Livingston is the guest of Miss Dollie Allen, coming from Smithville, Thursday. Mrs. W.H. Collins is on a visit to her sister, Mrs. Ben Rainey, at Buena Vista. Mrs. Will Green Turpin and sister, Miss Leila Scarborough, of Americus, were pleasant visitors to their aunt, Miss Julia Scarborough during the past week. Mr. R.M. Slappey and daughters, Miss Lizzie and Callie are spending the week with Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Slappey, at LaCrosse. LOST--One gold cuff link button with initials "D.P." engraved on the big end. Finder will deliver same at the News office and receive liberal reward.----D.A. Peacock. end # 20. The Schley County News Friday, May 31, 1907 No. 21 PASSING NEWS Mrs. W.W. Tidwell is visiting her son Mr. M.L. Tidwell, at Ellershe, Ga. Mr. and Mrs. S.J. Jordan, of Shiloh, spent Sunday with Dr. and Mrs. Jordan. Mrs. Freeman of Waverly Hall is on a visit to her daughter, Mrs. J.L. Duncan. Judge J.W. Dozier and Uncle Brad Teel are representing Schley county at the reunion at Richmond this week. Miss McCoy, of Oglethorpe, is the very attractive guest of her sister, Mrs. E.M. Duncan. Mr. Dupont Murphy of Griffin was here this week. Mr. H.A. Peacock spent the day, Sunday, in Columbus. Mr. Henry Dyess, of Englishville, spent Monday with his mother, Mrs. G.W. Dyess. Miss Loca Payne, of Americas, spent several days here the past week, guest of relatives. Miss Lucy Baldwin is at home on a vacation, coming from Cox College Monday. Mrs. L.W. Dixon, of LaCrosse, is with her daughter, Mrs. C.L. Battle, Jr. Mrs. S. Williamson and little daughter, Aurie Chapman, are on a visit to her mother, Mrs. Chadwick, at Columbus. Miss Dessie Taylor came up from LaCrosse, Saturday, and spent the afternoon with Miss Maggie Williams. Miss Williams is with her sister, Mrs. M.E. Dozier, this week. Messrs. William Wooten and Aldine Pickard, came over from Buena Vista Tuesday, spending the day here. Willis Hogg was in town Monday coming from Buena Vista. Mr. M.V. Council of Americas was a visitor (in) our town Monday. Misses Anna Belle McCrory and Bobbie Royal returned home from Weslyan College last Friday and will spend the vacation most pleasantly with home folks. The editor of the News spent the better part of last week in the good old town of Bainbridge, in the attendance upon the Gran Lodge of the Knights of Pythias. Willie Jones has accepted a position with the Vindicator, leaving for Greenville on last Sunday. We predict for him a bright future in the newspaper field should he decide to enter the work as a permanent profession for life. We recently received a letter from a professor of the LAGrange College, asking for an issue of our paper containing our High School exercises for the close of the present term. His request embarassed us of course. The boss onion of the season was brought to the News office last week by Mr. Holloway Devane. It weighed two and (one) half pounds, and measuring 14 inches around. end # 21. I was curious about the little piece in this issue mentioning "decoration day" as I was unfamiliar with that holiday. It seems it was the forerunner of our present day memorial and has it's history rooted in the rememberance of Civil War dead. Where and when it began is controversial, but many believe it was in the south. My guess as to the location of the "lower turnpike" would be Andersonville. A very good history of the origins of Decoration Day can be found at http://www.va.gov/articles/celebam/memday.htm. The Schley County News Friday, June 7, 1907 No. 22 PASSING NEWS Mrs. Bob Hill is on a visit to Butler. The Misses Ledbetter are at home on a vacation coming last week. Dr. Jordan went over to Americus Saturday in response to a professional call. Miss Maude Williamson is on a visit to LaFayette, Ala. Mrs. Cleve Burt went over to Columbus last Thursday shopping. The friends of Bill Cheney will regret to learn that he is quite sick with Typhoid fever at the home of his parents in Montezuma. Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Murray, Dr. and Mrs. J.S. Lightner are enjoying the sites at Jamestown this week. Mr. M.V. Council, of Americus, was a visitor (in) our town Monday. Mrs. P.F. Dixon returned home from Americus yesterday after a several days visit to her son, Mr. O.L. Dixon. Quite a number from Ellaville and surrounding community, celebrated decoration day at the Lower Turnpike last Thursday, at a big fish fry which had been arranged by H.H. Threlkeld, the very clever mail carrier of route No. 4. A very enjoyable day was spent and fish and many other good things to eat were in abundance. Miss Shealy, of Oglethorpe, is a very attractive visitor at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. E.S. Baldwin. Haynes Collins is again at home coming from Prof. P.K. Scott's high school at Columbus, on a vacation. Mrs. A.S. Baugh has returned from a very pleasant visit of a week to Mrs. W.K. Dennis at Shellman. Messrs. H.A. Peacock, C.T. Baldwin, D.A. Peacock, C.E. Baldwin and W.F. Walters spent several days with Mr. Walter Stewart. Judge J.C. Rainey returned home from Savannah Monday where he had been in attendance on the State Bar Association. Contractor Larkin, of Americus, began work Monday morning on Mr. T.A. Collins' home. The old residence will undergo a general remodeling and when completed will be one of the prettiest homes in Ellaville. end # 22. The issue of June 14, 1907, number 23 is missing. The Schley County News Friday, June 21, 1907 No. 24 The friends of S.R. Forehand, of Montezuma, will be glad to learn that the Supreme Court has affirmed the decision of the lower court in his damage suit against the Central Railroad, in which he was awarded by the jury a $15,000 verdict more than a year ago in the Macon county Superior Court. Mr. Forehand was represented by Hon. Hoke Smith, of Atlanta, and Col. J.H. Cheney, of Ellaville. PASSING NEWS Misses Maggie Collum and Anna Belle Harper, two of Schley's most charming college girls are at home on a vacation. Miss Ada Meyers, of Americus, is the guest of her cousin, Miss Ossie Hart. Misses Lucy Baldwin and Imogene Sears were pleasant visitors to Miss Ruth Arrington, the past week. Miss Martha Baldwin returned home Thursday from Doyle where she has been spending several days with friends. Miss Annie Collum is the pleasant guest of Miss Martha Baldwin. Miss Myra Park has returned to Atlanta after a pleasant stay of some time with parents. Master Burton and Russell Bridges, coming from Atlanta, will spend the summer here. Miss Ina Williams is at home again much to the delight of her friends. Hon. E.L. Bridges was in Ellaville this week coming from Atlanta. Mr. T.V. Bridges is on a visit to his son, H.L. Bridges, in Atlanta. Miss Ophelia Threlkeld was a visitor from here at Americus last week. Mrs. J.V. Pilcher spent several days in Americus last week, the guest of relatives. Mr. and Mrs. E.B. Barrow and Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Lumpkin spent the past week at Indian Springs being in attendance upon the county officers convention. Mesdames T.B. Rainey and W.H. Collins spent several days with Mrs. W.J. Slappey at LaCrosse this week. Our good friend Mr. J.R. Holloway, of County Line, was in Ellaville last week and his many friends were glad to see him so well after having withstood a long spell of fever. DEATH OF MRS. DUNN After suffering for a long time from a complication of diseases, "Aunt May," as she was familiarly known, the wife of our county treasurer, M.B. Dunn, departed this life at her home on the 13th, at 8:30 a.m. Mrs. Dunn, nee Miss Royal, was married to Mr. Dunn before the Civil War and they have since resided in this county in perfect unity of love, peace and happiness. Early in life she joined the Methodist church, but later in life she united with the Primitive Baptist, and lived a peaceable, unassuming, christian life with them until the day of her death, thus imitating the meakness and humble example of Christ, whom she so much delighted to serve. She is survived by her husband and five daughters, namely Mesdames Spurlock and Gunter of Worth county; Mesdames R.E.L. Eason and Luther Murray, of this county; Mrs. I(?) P. Poole of Milledgeville. The funeral services were conducted as she requested, from the home by her pastor, Rev. J.M. Murray, after which her remains wer! e laid away in the Ellaville cemetery to await the summons of her Lord. "Aunt May" was born June 23rd, 1832, hence she was about 75 years of age. GLENN HOLLY NEWS Everybody is busy now, but are not so busy what they can go fishing once or twice a week. Fried chicken and fish go good to us now. A large crowd was at church Sunday at Hopewell. Mr. W.W. Rainey, who has been at home on a two weeks vacation returned to Macon, Monday. Misses Ledbetter and Tyson visited Mrs. C.H. Wall at Wall Crossing, Sunday. Mrs. T.B. Rainey has been visiting Mrs. R.M. Rainey for the past few days. Misses Susie Strange, Lucy Mott, Ruth Wall, Lucy Rainey and John Wall visited Mrs. M.B. Wall, Sunday. Mr. C.O. Rainey spent Tuesday in Buena Vista. Several young people from in the community spent Saturday at Knowlton's Mill with a crowd from Doyle at a picnic. Miss Nell Lumpkin and little sister, are visiting their grand mother, Mrs. Z.T. Snipes this week. The Debate met at the school house Saturday night and a interesting program was rendered. Miss Eva Bivins returned from Bronwood Saturday after a very pleasant visit to her brother. A CARD I desire to extend my many friends my most heartfelt thanks for the many kindnesses shown us during the sickness and death of my loving companion. M.B. Dunn. end # 24. This issue is shown as being published on Thursday. The 27th was a Thursday. No explanation was given for the change from our normal Friday publication date. The Schley County News Thursday, June 27, 1907 No. 25 Representative E. H. McMichael, of Marion county, will introduce a bill to break up the negro secret lodges. Mr. Michael says race predjudice is engendered and fostered by these lodges and he is desirous of putting an end to these hot- beds of racial strife. We bid him God speed in his efforts. We know of promoters of these institutions who have grown rich upon the body of ignorant negroes who and constantly strive to keep alive agitation of the race predjudice for their own aggrandizement. PASSING NEWS Jack Slappey and Misses Carter and Daniel of Plains, spent Sunday here as the guests of friends and relatives. Miss Taylor, of LaCrosse, and Miss Persley, of Americus, were guests of the Misses Ledbetter last week. Mr. and Mrs. Ford Stewart, of Macon, arrived Saturday, and will spend sometime with parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Stewart. Miss Leila Stewart returned home last week from Bronwood where she had been on a visit to brother, Mr. Lester Stewart. Little Miss Norene Wiggins, of Boston, is on a visit to Little Miss Ida Munro. Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Edwards left Tuesday for Louisville where they will spend the summer. Mrs. Fred Lawhorn, of Columbus, is with friends and relatives at Schley. Mrs. J.H. Holloway visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Dykes, at Pine Grove this week. Aldine Pickard and Miss Nettye Lee Williams came down from Buena Vista Sunday spending the day with Mrs. J.R. Jordan. Mr. C.C. Carlton spent a few days here with Maj. and Mrs. E.S. Baldwin this week. Mr. Stacy Jones and sister, Miss Beryl, will leave Saturday for Savannah to spend several days. Miss Willie Birch, of Macon, is the guest of Miss Annie Mae Stewart. Born--to Mr. and Mrs. R.E.L. Walters, on Sunday morning a fine baby boy. Dr. and Mrs. J.S. Lightner, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Murray returned home last week from Jamestown, New York and other places of interest. Messrs. Perry Wimbush and R.J. Perry, of Andrew Chapel, have been operating their thrash here this week, which is being run with a gasoline engine, does very nice work indeed. LOST--a red memorandum book, open at the end, with quite a number of papers in same. Lost in the Hopewell neighborhood. C.M. Ledbetter. A CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our most sincere thanks to our many friends and the attending physician who so patiently over an attended our darling little girl Mary Elizabeth, in her last sickness. May He who doeth all things well spare your lives for many years that you may do great good in the world, and finally when your earthly mission is completed, may each one of you be gathered into our Father's Home prepared for them that love and serve him. Mr. and Mrs. M.D. Herring. DEATH OF C.O. FREEMAN A telegram to Mrs. J.L. Duncan, coming from Atlanta early Monday morning, brought the very sad account of the death of her brother, Mr. C.O. Freeman, which occured very suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday night at that place. Later newspaper reports give it that Mr. Freeman brought about his own destruction by having taken an overdose of Landanum. Mr. and Mrs. Duncan left Monday morning for Waverly Hall to attend the funeral services and burial. (Note: Landanum (Tinctura Opii) used as a pain reliever and sleeping medication, containing I gram opium) end # 25. The Schley County News Friday, July 5, 1907 No. 26 Georgia---Schley County J.T. Myrick, guardian for A.W., R.P. and M.O. Myrick, having filed his petition, asking to be discharged from such responsibility, this is to cite, all parties concerned to show cause against the granting of such discharge, at the regular term of the court of Ordinary, said county, to be held on the 1st Monday in August 1907. PASSING NEWS Mr. Edwin Bell, of Americus, had business in Ordinary's court this week. Prof. W.E. Nichols, of Boston, is spending several days here. Will V. Jones, cheif mogul of the Merriweather Vindicator, is at home for a few days visiting during the 4th of July holidays. Mr. E.A. Oliver, of Columbus, spent several days here last week with his mother Mrs. C.G. Jones. Misses Bobbie and Minnie Royal are visiting relatives at Oglethorpe this week. Miss Luella Woods came home Tuesday to spend her vacation. Miss Vera Mott and Miss Annie May Stewart left Wednesday for Macon for a visit of several days. Miss Walker, of Americus, is a pleasant visitor to Mrs. Cleve Burt. Mrs. J.B. Dunn, of Americus, is the guest of Mr. Freeman Dixon this week. Miss Callie Slappey is on a visit to friends in Americus. Miss Myrtis Strange, of Andrew Chapel, is spending several days with Miss Edithe Munro, this week. Miss Blanche Kitchens of Mitchell, is the fair guest of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Cheney. Mrs. H.S. Lindsay and daughter, Miss Lucile, returned home Tuesday from a very pleasant visit at Plains. Col. C.R. McCrory and Squire E.W. Strange composed Schley's delegation at the inaugeration of Gov. Smith in the Gate City last Saturday. Both report and excellent time. Mrs. S.A. Williamson proved herself a very charming hostess on last Friday evening, entertaining quite a number of the young people from 6 to 12, at her cozy little home on Broad street, Cakes and ices were served. Miss Maggie Williams entertained her little Sunday school class very delightfully on Tuesday afternoon at Bridges & Dixon's Drug Store, serving them with delicious cream. Judge P.E. Taylor was quite busy Monday in the court of Ordinary, owning to the fact that it was the last day of grace for annual returns. All parties came forward however, and this part of the Judge's official duties for year 1907 has been past, as all the administrators, executors and guardians have made a clear showing to the full satisfaction of the court. At chambers, before Judge Littlejohn, at Americus, on last Friday, the application to validate the Ellaville Water Bonds was heard and the bonds were validated in due and proper form. Judge Walters, representing the City Council, reported this fact to the body at their regular meeting last Monday night. It now only remains to perfect a sale of the bonds before money can be had to begin work on the water works proposed. Messrs. H.J. Williams, W.W. Lumpkin, S.A. Royal, and C.D. Carter, the veteran seining brigade of Ellaville, as the bell in the city clock tolled the kneil of departing June, which by law aet the longing fishermen free, arose from their slumbers at the early hour of one Monday morning and hiked out for Dozier's Mill for a day's tussle with the proverbial pollywog that had been enjoying a rest all lovely and serene so long as the law said, "thou shalt not seine." A fine haul they made--- -something like forty or fifty pounds were captured. end # 26. The Schley County News July 12, 1907 No. 27 BASE BALL The ball season has opened up in Ellaville, a little late, however, but the game has surely started, and the outlook bids fair for very interesting mix-ups in the right-a -way future. Our heavy-weights are at Buena Vista today for one game, the result of which should score a victory for the BV's, as they have a good team and in the trim of practice; while the Ellaville aggregation have been quite engaged in handling the "beck and bell line," the entire summer. On next Monday, the Butler team comes for three games, and good clean ball is promised to the lovers of the sport on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons on the Ellaville diamond. Butler has a crack team, and judging from the record they have been making this season, our heavy-weights will have to catch the old time spirit in order to hold down the successful-end of the proposition. Let's all join in and help to make the stay, three days in our little town pleasant for our Butler friends. PASSING NEWS Miss Ina Williams is on a visit to friends in Albany. Mrs. Cleve Burt, Mrs. C.L. Battle, and Miss Maude Williamson spent Wednesday in LaCrosse. Little Miss Velma Williams is on a visit to her grandfather, Mr. Sam Baldwin at Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. James Kelly, of Murray, spent the day here yesterday. Mrs. Emmett Duncan returned home Tuesday from a vist to Oglethorpe. Miss Alice Arrington and Little Miss Hattie Arrington left today for Lesley to visit relatives. Miss Blanche Kitchens of Mitchell, is the fair guest of Mrs. J.H. Cheney during the week. Miss Fannie Dykes, of Pine Grove, spent Sunday with Mrs. J.H. Holloway. Mrs. Easterlin, of Andersonville, are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. C.B. Johnson. Mrs. John Webb of Sumter city, visited her parents, Rev. and Mrs. J.M. Murray here last week. Mr. L.W. Dixon, the Mayor and city council of LaCrosse, was in Ellaville yesterday on official business. Mr. E.L. Bridges is at home again after a stay of several weeks in Atlanta. Mr. Sam Williamson, Miss Mary Williamson and Mrs. E.E. Collins left Monday for the Jamestown Exposition. Mesdames W.H. Collins, E.L. Bridges and A.M. Park spent Monday very pleasantly at Wall Crossing, the guests of Mrs. C.H. Wall. Rev. and Mrs. Hugh F. Oliver and their three very charming daughters, came down from Buena Vista Saturday, staying over Sunday with friends here. Col. E.B. Hornady and daughter, Miss Minnie Drane, of Buena Vista, spent Thursday here. Mr. Hornady is now representing the John A. Horner Co., of Baltimore, and has one of the largest and best lines of dry goods and notions on the road. Rev. L.A. Hill, now of Douglas, is assisting Rev. Ledbetter in a protracted service at Andrew Chapel this week. Mr. Hill is very popular in this county, having served the Ellaville district as pastor for three years, and these services are being largely attended, as well as highly instructive and entertaining. CARD OF THANKS We desire to return thanks to our neighbors and friends for their kindness and sympathy in our recent afflictions and bereavements. R.W. Hearn and Family. CALLED OFF It was announced on last Sunday that a prohibition rally would be held at the courthouse at 11 o'clock Sunday. Many of the strongest prohibition advocates, feeling that there was no special need for a rally of this kind, have seen fit to call the same off. There will be no rally. end # 27. The Schley County News Friday, July 19, 1907 No. 28 SHOOTING AFFRAY AT LACROSSE RESULTS IN DEATH The LaCrosse community was thrown into a wild state of confusion on last Saturday night when it was generally known that Thomas Dixon, son of Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Dixon, had been shot and instantly killed by a band of negroes who at the time were unknown, also, a negro by the name of Roy Baisden was shot at the same time, dying from the effects of same on the following Monday. Coroner Teel held an inquest over both bodies and the evidence brought out on those investigations were about as follows: Saturday night, Mr. Dixon, in company with Baliff Jones and Messers. T.H. Walker, Chas. Mauk and Walter McCarrah (McGarrah?) left LaCrosse and went over to a piece of woods near by for the purpose of apprehending a crowd of negro "skinners." The negroes happened to detect the white party before they had gotten close enough to see exactly what was going on and all ran off, the white party firing one shot as the negroes ran. In a near by house a negro dance was in progress, and the white party returning home stopped by this place and it was here that Mr. Dixon became engaged in a difficulty with two negores, Roy Baisden and Ben Smith, the shooting, and his death, following as a result. The evidence showed that Mr. Dixon was quarreling with Roy Baisden, Ben Smith fired upon him twice, after which a general firing began and when the smoke cleared away, Mr. Dixon lay dead on the ground and close by was the negro Roy Baisden, mortally wounded. The negro Roy Baisden had no gun. The evidence showed that Bunk Black just previous to the shooting ran into the house and called for a pistol, and forthwith went back out the door just about in time to reach the scene of the shooting before it occured. The coroner's jury in the case of Mr. Dixon rendered a verdict of murder in the first degree and implicating Ben Smith and Bunk Black as the guilty parties, both of whom are now confined in the county jail. PASSING NEWS Bill Cheney is on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. John H. Cheney (our editor). Mr. Nat Stewart, of Philippine Island, arrived here Wednesday, and will spend some time with home-folke. Mr. Luke Murray of the King Hardware Co., Atlanta, spent Sunday with parents here. Prof. Horace Stewart and wife were guests of Mrs. A.C. Murray several days last week. Miss Eden, of Cuthbert, is the charming guest of Miss Imogene Sears. Mr. Chas. Slappey and little daughter, of Shellman, spent several days with Mr. R.H. Slappey, the past week. Miss Dora Leggett, of Sylvester, is spending some time in Ellaville with relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Luke Shealy, of Oglethorpe, spent Sunday with Major and Mrs. E.S. Baldwin. Miss Sears, of Dawson, is the guest of Miss Imogene Sears, this week. Mr. and Mrs. T.R. Slappey, of Savnnah, was the guest of Mrs. R.H. Slappey for a few days this week. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Green, of Atlanta, are on a visit to relatives at Andrew Chapel. Mr. and Mrs. W.L. English and Miss Nettye Lee Williams left Thursday for Indian Spring. Miss Alice Lightner is spending a few days in town with friends. Rev. Allen Wall, of Homersville, is visiting his mother this week. Col. and Mrs. H.B. Simmons, of Americus, spent Tuesday in the city, Col. Simmons coming over on legal business. Misses Sanborn and Andrews, of Americus, and Miss Cauthen, of Milner, are three very attractive visitors to Misses Minnie and Lucille Lindsay. The ball game between Ellaville and Buena Vista on last Friday resulted in a victory for Buena Vista, the score being 2-0. Hon T.G. Hudson spent Saturday here shaking hands with his many friends. The Ellaville Cantaloupe Association has shipped five cars of melons during the past week, receiving on average $1.00 per crate. Mr. Howell Eason has accepted a position with the Ellaville Telephone Exchange, taking the place formerly held by Mr. Ike Hart, Mr. Hart goes to Buena Vista. FROM MIDWAY There will be a barbeque near Midway the 19th of this month. Everybody come and bring a well filled basket. Relatives from North Georgia are visiting at the home (of) Mr. J.E. Crok. Miss Willie Fulford and her brother Charlie, spent Saturday night in Ideal. Miss Mattie Giles, of Camilla, is the guest of her uncle, Mr. L.A. Giles. Miss Lizzie Fuller has returned to her home near Helena after a very pleasant stay with her uncle, Mr. James Kelly. There must be some attraction for John Oliver up in Taylor county as he goes there real often. Miss Katie Halstead has returned home after a pleasant visit to her uncle near Myrtle Spring. Mr. Elmo Jernigan and Miss Sallie Ellis visited the latter's sister Friday and Saturday. Mr. Byron Hambrick entered college in Macon some time ago. The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.J. Wall has been seriously ill for the past week but is some better now. There must be some attraction for one of Macon county's boys up at Mr. Jim Bryan's as he is seen there quite often. Mr.and Mrs. H.S. Bray, of Columbus, have been visiting relatives here of late. Miss Julia Murray was the guest of Miss Blanche Bray, Monday. PLEASE OBSERVE The Third District Masonic convention will meet here on the 24th of this month--Next Tuesday. All of the visitors will reach here on the afternoon train from Americus, and it is especially urged that all who have so generously offered to help entertain the convention be at the Depot to meet their guest. By doing this they will greatly aid the entertainment committee in assigning visitors to their homes, and at the same time a glad hand of welcome can be extended by all to those good people who are to be with us for a couple of days. Don't forget to meet them at the train. Mr. A.M. Park happened to a bad accident on last Monday, caused by the explosion of a Coca-Cola bottle, which struck him just above the hand and badly cutting his wrist and completely servering the main artety. Mr. Park was confined to his bed for a day or so from the wound but is now up and getting along nicely. LETTER FROM UNCLE MARION DUNN Dear Mr. Editor: I boarded the train at Ellaville, June 28th and landed in Doerun at 5 o'clock. That afternoon, I went out to T.J. Spurlock and found them all fairly well, knocked about over the community looking at fine crops. The rains have been good in this section since I have been here. I had the pleasure of eating a big turkey dinner on the 4th with one Mr. Childree, which I enjoyed very much. On the 5th, another big dinner was given by Mr. T.J. Spurlock, a jolly good crowd of the neighbors were invited and a very pleasant day was spent. That afternoon I went over to Doerun and spent the night with my grandson, Mr. Ed Wingate, and early on the morning of the 6th, J.M. Varner came for me and took me to his home. It is about an 18 mile drive from Doerun to his home, and the crops along the way is as good as could possibly be produced on the land. We reached his home at 12:30 and found the family waiting for us with a good dinner on the table and an abundance of "Kleckly Sweet" mel! ons on hand. The crops in this community are fine and all the people seem to be to be in high spirit and a prosperous condition. Land in this section is exceedingly high selling anywhere from fifteen to twenty-five dollars per acre. I will leave this section in about a week for Fitzgerald to visit a brother at that place. I will spend a few days with him and will and will leave for Milledgeville to visit the family of J.P. Poole, will remain there about a week, then I shall return to Ellaville. I have been improving in health ever since I left home.--M.B. Dunn. ABOUT THE BASE BALL According to an engagement, the Butler base ball team arrived at Ellaville Monday night for a series of three games with our home team, but owing to mismanagement, or like (lack) of interest on the part of several of the Ellaville players, the games were called off and those who had prepared to witness a regular ball feast, fell-flat under the disappointment. The Butler aggregation were composed of a fine set of manly young gentlemen, all of whom made not only a favorable impression but many friends here as well. The News regrets very much indeed any disappointment or embarassment that they were subjected to while in Ellaville, and takes this method of assuring our Butler friends that Ellaville proper, had nothing to do with, nor was in no wise responsible for, this miserable blunder. The good people of our town felt that their guests would be provided for in a most hospitable manner, and never realized that a breach of hospitality had occured until almost too late to rem! edy the evil. We feel that the young men from Butler thoroughly understand the situation as it appeared. AT HOPEWELL The meeting at Hopewell this week is being largely attended by the people of that community. On Wednesday, the 3rd Quarterly conference was held and presiding Elder Johnson preached the 11 o'clock sermon, after which a sumptous dinner was served in the grove. The business session in the afternoon proved very satisfactory indeed, as something like $175.00 was paid in. The meeting will continue through this week, Rev. Ledbetter is being assisted by Rev. A.B. Wall, of Homerville. end # 28. The July 26, 1907 issue is missing. Can anyone tell us some more about Myrtle Springs? I have only been able to discern that it is in the northern portion of Sumter Co. It is mentioned frequently as a "resort" in this paper. Where there any facilities there? Was it the same place as Muckalee (also in Sumter Co.) on Little Muckalee Creek? The Schley County News Friday, August 4, 1907 No.30 COL. J.R. WILLIAMS WILL BE CANDIDATE In answer to many inquiries as to whether or not he will make the race of Solictor General of the Southwestern Circuit, Col. J.R. Williams states that he will be a candidate for nomination to the office, and will at the proper time make formal announcement thereof. He thinks it rather early to commence the campaign at this time, when nomination is possibly more than a year off--Sunday's Times Recorder. FOR SALE If you wish to purchase a almost brand-new modern, comfortable residence, located on one of the best streets in Ellaville, apply to M.D. Herring. PASSING NEWS The legislature has passed the prohibition bill by a vote of 139 to ?9--Georgia goes dry Jan. 1st, 1908. Mr. R.L. Tondee, of Dawson, is on a visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Tondee. Mrs. L.H. Peacock left for Savannah where he goes for a two weeks visit to her daughter, Mrs. E.L. McGowan. Misses Nettie and Loca Payne, of Americus, are the very pleasant guests of relatives here. Miss Dozier, of Augusta, is on a visit to her mother, Mrs. M.E. Dozier. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Baldwin, of Columbus, visited Mrs. H. Williams this week. Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Chipley, and daughter, Mrs. Moultrie, spent Tuesday and Wednesday with Maj. and Mrs. E.S. Baldwin, coming from Columbus. Miss Foy Mott has returned to Americus after a very pleasant visit to Mrs. T.J. Mott. Mr. Chas. Ereeman (Freeman?), of Waverly Hall, is on a visit to his daughter, Mrs. J.L. Duncan. Mr. and Mrs. Hammet Kleckley spent a few days this week with Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Mott. Misses Gertrude Hudson and Mich Payne, of Americus, have been the very charming guests of Mrs. C.L. Battle this week. Miss Kleckley, of Oglethorpe, who has been a very attractive visitor of Miss Minnie Royal for the past week, returned to her home at Oglethorpe, Monday. Miss Maude Williamson is on a visit to Miss Mamie Livingston at Smithville. Miss Joiner, of Butler, and the Misses Lightner spent Wednesday night with relatives here. In honor of the visiting ladies, the young men provided quite a pleasant entertainment, in the form of an old-time melon cutting, in the park, Tuesday night. Mr. T.A. Collins' home has been remodeled and so as soon as the paint brush has been applied, he will by far have the prettiest residence in town. The cemetery looks real nice since cutting down the old cedar trees and how much better it will look when the new shade trees are planted out this fall. Miss Blanche Hawkins, of Americus, is the guest of Mrs. J.R. Jordan this week. Miss Ina Williams returned home Thursday, accompanied by Miss Prickling, of Folkston. Mr. A.A. Arrington left Monday for the Jamestown Fair. He will visit New York and Baltimore where he will purchase one of the largest fall stocks of Dry Goods and notions ever before bought by one firm in Ellaville. Miss Leila Rowland is a fair visitor from Americus here this week, the guest of her aunt, Mrs. A.J. Walters. Misses Buckhanan and Nunn are the attractive guests of Mr. and Mrs. C.B. Johnson, coming from Americus Thursday. Miss Nettye Lee Williams of Buena Vista, and Miss Scott, of Athens, are on a visit to Mrs. J.R. Jordan. Mr. Clarence Bivens and family are on a visit to Dr. and Mrs. R.T. Bivens, coming from Bronwood last week. Mr. Nat Stewart, who for several years has held a government position in the Phillipines, as treasurer of one of the provinces there, left here Monday for Washington, where he will assume charge of other duties with the department. He will not return to the islands. AT MYRTLE SPRING The biggest barbeque of the year will be pulled off at Mytle Springs today--Friday the 4th--Mr. Chambliss has publicly given a special invitation to each and all to attend, and no doubt the largest crowd ever before seen at Myrtle will be witnessed there today. A jolly good time is always guaranteed in advance, when you go to Myrtle as it is one of the most pleasant resorts in this section. BLACK SENT BACK TO JAIL Bunk Black who is charged with being connected with recent murder of Mr. Thomas Dixon was given a preliminary hearing on last Friday afternoon before Judge Rainey, and hearing the evidence submitted, Black was sent back to jail, with out bail, to await the action of the grand jury on the 2nd Monday in October next. Black was represented by Col. L.J. Blalock, of Americus, while the prosecution was represented by Cols. McCrory and Cheney. THE BARBECUE An occasion that is being looked to with very pleasant anticipation is the barbecue to be held next Friday(actually today), the 4th, in the beautiful dell on little Muckalee, at the Murphey ford on Lickskillet road just below the old Myers place. Something like 30 carcasses have been subscribed already and the promoters of the affair think that more will be added to this number. Everything will be free and easy--ice cold lemonade will be there for all, with no charges attached to the dipper handle. Everybody is cordially invited to join in and help to make this a good old time day of pleasure. Be sure and go out, and don't forget to carry a well filled basket of good hot chicken pie. end # 30. Issue # 31 is missing. The Schley County News Friday, August 16, 1907. No. 31 PASSING NEWS Mr. David Baldwin, of Atlanta, made his sisters here a visit last week. Master Haynes and Earl Collins are on a visit to their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Collins, at Bronwood. Miss Leila Stewart is with her sister, Mrs. A.C. Murray this week. Mr. and Mrs. Garfield, of Macon, are spending several days here as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Stewart. Miss Essie Wilson, of Butler, is the fair guest of her grandmother, Mrs. Katherine Hill. Miss Alberta Dozier came down from Atlanta Tuesday and will spend a few weeks with her mother, Mrs. M.E. Dozier. Mrs. R.F. Williamson is on a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Eubanks, at Ft. Valley. Mrs. Steve Rainey returned home last week after a very pleasant visit to relatives at Bronwood. Mr. and Mrs. Farmer Parks, of Lowe, have been attending the Baptist meeting here this week, being the guests of Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Parks. Mrs. W.W. Tidwell left yesterday for Americus where she will visit her grandson, Mr. H.P. Murphey. Miss Mary Williamson and Miss Julia Peacock left Wednesday for Atlanta, where they will spend several weeks. Mrs. Strong, coming from Butler, last week, joined her husband here. For the present they are at Hart House, but intend, in the near future, keeping house. The News extends a warm welcome to the young couple as citizens of our town. Mr. Wallace Mott, of Americus, spent Tuesday here with relatives. Miss Eva Rainey spent the past week here with relatives. Mrs. G.W. Payne is on a visit to her parents here, Dr. and Mrs. C.G. Jones. Dr. B.L. Bridges made a business trip to Atlanta Wednesday. Messrs. D.A. Peacock and C.E. Baldwin spent a couple of days in Columbus this week, enjoying themselves. Miss Edithe Munro is on a visit to relatives at Plains this week. Misses Minnie and Lucile Lindsay left today for a visit to Americus. The citzens of the town are indebted to Marshall Livingston for the valuable work he has done on the streets during the last ten days. Mr. E.L. Bridges is in Atlanta this week on business connected with his duties as trustee of the Third Agricultural College at Americus. We reret to announce that Rev. Hugh F. Oliver, the beloved pasor of the Baptist church here, had to return to his home, at Buena Vista, on last Wednesday on account of his sickness. Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Rainey and Mr. and Mrs. T.F. Rainey were among the number of regular attendance from Hopewell neighborhood, attending the protracted services at the Baptist church for the past week. Bro. A.B. Hawks, who always receives a warm welcome in Ellaville, was on our streets Thursday morning shaking hands with his many friends. Bro. Hawks has for the past week been conducting a protracted meeting at Fellowship, and he stated that large and appreciative congregations have regularly attended these services. Prof. S.D. Rickenbaker and family arrived here on last Wednesday, coming from South Carolina. They will occupy one of the Tidwell homes. Prof. Rickenbaker comes to us highly recommended as an educator, and it is safe to predict that the Charles Crisp Institute will prosper and flourish under his management for the incoming scholastic year. We gladly welcome these good people to our little town, and hope that their stay here may not only be pleasant, but profitable, as well. CARD OF THANKS Words cannot express our appreciation of those friends who have shared with us the lonely vigils by the bedside of our loved one, little Theo. No sweeter memory can live in any heart than the memory of their untiring devotion to the one who has just left us. The waves of sorrow break upon every shore and we can but hope that friends as true may gather around each one of them should sorrow invade their homes. And especially do we thank our family physician who with untiring devotion administered to her during her months of suffering. Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Wimbish. end # 32. The Schley County News Friday, August 23, 1907 No. 33 THE BARBEQUE One of the most pleasant social events that has been afforded the young people of Ellaville this summer, was a barbeque given by the young of the town to the young ladies and their visitors on last Monday evening. It was first planned to have the entertainment in the park, but as the rain came in the afternoon and made this place disagreeable, it was then decided to have it in the skating rink which place, by the many courtesies of Mr. J.B. Williamson in offering his entire stock of rocking chairs, rugs, art squases(?), etc., was made a most suitable and comfortable place indeed for such an affair. A bountiful lunch was served and many pleasures were heartily indulged in during the evening. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Georgia--Schley County. W.H. Terry, guardian for Lucy M. Terry, having filed his petition, asking to be duly discharged from such guardianship, this is to site all parties concerned to show cause against the granting of such discharge at the regular term of the court of Ordinary, said county, to be held on the first Monday in Sept. 1907. Phil E. Taylor, Ordinary. Georgia--Schley County. Susie Jones Vs. Rufus Jones, Liebel for Divorce, Schley County Superior Court. To the sheriff of said county: The defendant, Rufus Jones, is hereby required to personally or by attorney appear at the Superior court to be holden in and for said county on the 2nd Monday in October next then and there to answer Plantiff's complaint, as in default thereof, the court will proceed as to justice shall apertain. Witness the Hon. Z.A. Littlejohn, Judge of said court. This August 21, 1907. E.B. Barrow, Clerk. PASSING NEWS Mrs. J.B. Williamson is on a visit to relatives in Columbus. Mr. Frank Baldwin, of Atlanta, made his sisters here a visit last week. Mrs. Edgar Williamson and children, of Bronwood, are on a visit to relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Hill attended the Oglethorpe camp meeting this week. Mr. C.O. Rainey, from Sylvester, is here for a few days on business. Miss Gussie Evans, of Plains, is with Miss Edithe Munro. Miss Annie and Grace Collins, of Bronwood, are visiting Miss Ethridge of Concord. Mrs. Putnam Stevens, of Putnam, spent Monday with her daughter, Mrs. S.C. Collins. Mr. and Mrs. L.F. Woods returned home from a visit to relatives in Ala. Mr. Will Hill McKenzie, of Montezuma, was here Tuesday checking after cotton seed sales here this fall. Mrs. Larramore and Mrs. Johnson, of Desoto, spent several days here this past week as guests of Mrs. M.E. Dozier. Mrs. J.A. Hixon and daughter, Marybelle, of Americus, came up Thursday to spend several days with Mr. and Mrs. T.V. Bridges. Mr. Ed Woods brought his familiar face up from Dawson Monday and spent several days here with relations. The Misses Harvey, from Mississippi, are on a visit to relatives in this section, and at present are with their aunt, Mrs. C.B. Johnson. Mrs. Dupriest and daughter, Miss Annie, of Schley, were in Ellaville Wednesday, shopping. Messrs. Tanner Williams and Bob Clements were among the young men visitors to Ellaville during the past week. Mrs. Lamb, of Macon, is the guest of Mr. J.T. Stewart, on Broad street. Mr. W.P. Hornady, one of Dawson's leading merchants, has been in Ellaville this week, looking after his farming interest near Andrew Chapel. Miss Carrie Wooten was a very pleasant and attractive visitor from Buena Vista here this week, coming to attend the barbecue Monday evening. Miss Fay Williams, coming from Americus Monday, is always a pleasant visitor to Ellaville. She is now the guest of her aunt, Mrs. W.D. Murray. Omission from perviously sent issue # 33 PASSING NEWS Mrs. H.B. Peacock, returned to her home at Opelika Wednesday, accompanied by her two bright children, who have been staying with their grandfather, Mr. O.L. Peacock, several weeks. end # 33. The Schley County News Friday, August 30, 1907 No. 34 The cotton market opened upon the new crop last Friday, Mr. R.E. Hill, one of our most enterprising town farmers getting the first bale. It was thrown off at Murray and Stewarts ware house and brought the nice little sum of 15 cents per pound. The second best was Mr. J.L. Devane's, bringing in one bale Monday morning. His was weighed by Messrs. Royal Bros., and was sold for 15 cents per pound. Quite a number of other farmers have brought in cotton during the remainder of the week, the most being placed on the market in Ellaville in regular working order and those who have so successfully handled the crop in the past may be depended upon to fully sustain their former reputation. Let the farmers bring their cotton to Ellaville. No better market can be found. PASSING NEWS Mr. E.L. Bridges came home from Atlanta Saturday. Miss Mandy Hudson, of Americus, is on a visit to Miss Julia Scarborough. Miss Imogene Sears spent a few days in Buena Vista this week very pleasantly visiting the Misses Oliver. Mr. C. Edwin Baldwin will make a business trip to Macon and points north this week. Mrs. Dr. Sears, of Kissimmee, Fla., left Monday for Forsyth after three weeks visit here. Col. C.R. McCrory, Sheriff Lumpkin, and Mr. John T. Royal left Friday for Tybee. Miss Madge Ledbetter returned home Friday from Buena Vista after a very pleasant visit to Miss Margaret Drane. Mrs. C.G. Jones left Tuesday for Collinsville, Ala., where she goes to visit her brother, Mr. P.B. Porter. Mr. Ford Stewart and wife, of Macon, are visiting Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Stewart. Mrs. E.W. Strange and family, Mrs. Lillie Dixon and family have returned from a three weeks stay at Chalybeate Springs. Mr. W.A. Perry, of Andrew Chapel, is progressing nicely after undergoing an operation for Apendicitis on last Monday. The operation was performed by Dr. Willis Westmorland, of Atlanta, and Dr. J.R. Jordan of this this place, and was a most successful one indeed. Mrs. T.V. Bridges is on a visit to her son, Col. J.A. Hixon, of Americus. Mr. D.A. Peacock and Claude Baldwin made a very pleasant trip to Friendship, Friday afternoon. Mrs. A.A. Arrington made a visit to Plains, Ga., last week. Mrs. C.O. Freeman, of Waverly Hall, is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. J.L. Duncan. Mr. Jack Woods came down from Columbus Sunday to visit his family and a nice fried chicken. Mr. Rodolph Woods came up from Bronwood, Ga., Sunday, to fool a fellow. Mr. J.F. Stewart is rapidly recovering after a two week spell of fever. We are glad to know that Mrs. Tison is on the road to recovery. Prof. W.E. Nichols, of Boston, made a business trip here this week. There were quite a crowd to visit the new mineral springs here Sunday--come over the water is fine. Mrs. E.M. Duncan and children are on a visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. McKay, of Oglethorpe. Mr. and Mrs. C.L. Battle, Jr., spent Sunday in the city of LaCrosse. Mr. E.R. Jordan spent Sunday in Buena Vista. Col. J.A. Hixon, of Americus, spent Sunday with Mrs. T.V. Bridges. Miss Sarah Bennett is visiting Miss Susie Strange at Andrew Chapel. Mr. and Mrs. W.M. Miller, of St. Petersburgh, Fla., have been on a visit to Mrs. S.N. Jones for several weeks past. Mr. Howell Eason made a business trip to Americus Wednesday. Miss Maggie Williams made a business trip to Americus Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Eubanks and family, of Fort Valley, are visiting relatives this week. Mr. A.M. Parks has just returned from an extended tour of-- Macon county. Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Holloway are visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Dykes, of Englishville. Miss Mary Lou Drane, of Buena Vista, is the charming guest for a few days to Miss Madge Ledbetter. Miss Marie Hagarty, of Americus, is the attractive guest of Miss Edith Munro this week. Dr. J.R. Jordan, to the tune of $500.00, has helped himself to a fine black mare. She is of the "Old Kentucky" type and is a "peach." Mr. Ike Hart has accepted a position with the Southern Bell Tellephone Co., at Americus. The News wishes Mr. Hart success. Ellaville and Oglethorpe will play ball Friday, 30th, be sure and see the games. Ladies Free. The Farmer's Ginnery now under erection, will be completed within the next several days, and all who are interested can have the pleasure of having their cotton ginned without waiting a day or so. "J.B." has added, for the additional pleasure of his fall cutomers, an automobile. Call to see him--there's nothing short about "J.B." if he doesn't shave but once a month. John Moses (col) entered a plea of guilty in the City Court on last Tuesday to the charge of Larceny from the house and was sentenced to a term of six months in the chain gang by Judge Rainey. Moses had stolen a pistol from the home of Col. E.J. Hart. There is some complaint about the present cotton crop not having any fruit on it. In a measure, this may give cause for some alarm, but we still contend that Schley county will gather a large crop of cotton this season, and in the end, all of our people will be happy, contented and prosperous. end # 34. The Schley County News Friday, September 6, 1907 No. 35 ANOTHER MURDER CASE Sim James, a negro of the Lickskillet District, is now confined in the county jail, being held by Judge R.M. Murphy upon a commital hearing Wednesday afternoon, to await the action of the Grand Jury upon a charge of murder. James, on last Monday shot and killed his wife with a 38 pistol. He claimed to have accidently shot her, but investigation of the Coroner's Jury showed that he purposely inflicted the wound. Murder cases seem to be the order of the day in Schley, and the negro and the pistol is the cause of it all. There are now four negroes in the county jail charged with murder, to be disposed of by Judge Littlejohn and Squire Hooper at the October term of Superior Court. BASE BALL ALL ELLAVILLE'S WAY The ball game between Ellaville and Oglethorpe on last Friday proved very interesting although it was a onesided affair from start to finish, Ellaville proving too much for the visitors. Burt, of Buena Vista, was doing "flinging" for Oglethorpe, and pitched a good clean game but in the absence of the proper support, his efforts were all in vain. Tison "threw em" for the home bunch and it was very seldom that the visitors came in contact with the ball. A large crowd was present to witness the game. The score stood 8 to 0 in favor of Ellaville. PASSING NEWS Mr. J.C. Sears returned home Friday afternoon from Dawson. Mr. and Mrs. Ford Stewart, of Macon, is visiting Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Stewart. Miss Callie Slappey entertained at tea on last Saturday evening in honor of her visitor, Miss Hays, of Americus. Mr. Sam Baldwin, of Atlanta, is on a visit to his sister, Mrs. H.J. Williams. Mr. Ike Hart happened to the painful accident of sticking a spike in his foot while at work in Americus last week. Mr. Preston McCrory, of Columbus, spent Sunday here, the guest of Col. and Mrs. C.R. McCrory. Mr. and MRs. E.L. McGowen, of Savannah, arrived Sunday and will spend some time at the Peacock House. Mr. D.A. Peacock spent the past week at New Orleans, going there on business. Miss Emma Dozier, after a visit of several weeks to her mother here, returned to her home at Augusta, Monday. Miss Minnie Cheney left Monday for Montezuma after a week's visit. Sunday morning I will preach on Education----C.M. Ledbetter Miss Lucy Baldwin left Thursday for Columbus to spend several days before going back to Cox College. Little Misses Jennie and Mary Dixon spent a few days last week at Americus. Mr. and Mrs. O.V. Lamar, of Columbus, spent Sunday here, guests of the Peacock House. Miss Maggie Williams left Thursday for Americus where she goes to visit Mrs. G.E. Brooks. Mr. Wyatt Chapman, of Columbus, is on a visit to his mother, Mrs. S. Williamson. Bicyles for sale or rent. Repairing a specialty----C.C. McCrory. Misses Minnie and Lucile Lindsay entertained at tea Saturday evening, those invited being: Miss Margarite Drane, of Buena Vista, Miss Minnie Cheney, of Montezuma, Miss Madge Ledbetter and Mrs. J.H. Cheney. MRS. T.B. RAINEY DIES AT BUENA VISTA Sorrow must come to all, and oft-times when least expected, but one of the saddest and most unexpected deaths that has happened in this section for many years was that of Mrs. T.B. Rainey, occuring at her home in Buena Vista on last Thursday afternoon. The news of her death reached Ellaville by phone immediately after she had breathed her last, and her many relatives and friends here were wholly unprepared to recieve such a message, the shock coming so sudden. Mrs. Rainey was Miss Kitty Tyson before her marriage to Col. T.B. Rainey several years ago, both of Schley county. After their marriage, they moved to Buena Vista to begin their new life, where both had gained esteem and admiration of all the citizens of that place. Mrs. Rainey died in a stage of life when it seems that it is hardest for "mother" to have to go. She was about 28 years of age, and was a happy wife of her companion and a loving mother of four little children. Those who are left to miss her most shall have the full sympathy and love of all whose priviledge it may be to offer, by words or deeds, an act of condolence. Her remains were brought to Ellaville on the Friday morning's train, accompanied by a large host of symapthetic friends and in special charge of the Local Chapter of United Daughters of the Confederacy of Buena Vista, of which Mrs. Rainey was a much beloved member. In the presence of one of the saddest and most heart rendered congregations, the funeral services were conducted by Revs. R.F. Williamson and C.M. Ledbetter, of this place, at the Baptist church. Rev. Williamson's remarks were very touching indeed, as he called to mind that he had known Mrs. Rainey from her infancy to womanhood, having lived within a short distance of her, and that her life had always been one full of sunshine and cheer. The services were concluded at the grave, and her sweet spirit is now at rest, pronounced so by him who gave it, while her body lies silent in Ellaville's little "city of the dead." The News extends deepest sympathy to the bereaved father and the precious little children. end # 35 The Schley County News Friday, September 13, 1907 STAND BY ELLAVILLE As the cotton season opens up again, we begin to look over the field and wonder what we are offering this year in the way of inducements to trade and for farmers to bring their cotton to Ellaville, and after a careful study of the situation, we find many reasons why we should and will do a big business this year. First, you can bring your cotton to Ellaville to have it weighed, sell it for the top market, do your shopping and get the best bargains of your life, and go home to your wife and children a good, clean, sober man. We offer no immoral inducements to bring you or your trade to Ellaville and if you can't come with other intentions, just stay away. Come here because we have the best warehouse facilities of any city in this section. All our warehousemen are honest, courteous gentlemen and are out after business. They receive the market quotations every few minutes during the day and you may expect them to give the top market at all times. The merchants of Ellaville are all a live hustling set of men and we claim they handle the best and most up-to-date line of goods to be found anywhere. Their shelves are literally packed with fall and winter goods and they invite you to come and see them. Now, these are just a few reasons why Ellaville should have your consideration in marketing your cotton this season and we ask you to give it your careful attention. Mr. Farmer, we want to see you. PASSING NEWS Judge C.L. Battle went down to Americus Wednesday. Miss Annabelle McCrory made a visit to Americus this week. Miss Madge Ledbetter left Wednesday for LaGrange where she goes to enter college. Miss Catherine Couric, of Eufala, arrived yesterday and is the guest of Miss Julia Peacock. Mr. Charlie Teel dropped in to see us Tuesday and left $2.00 as subscription for the News. Mr. Stacey Jones came down from Columbus Sunday and spent the day with parents. Miss Annabelle Harper returned to Milledgeville this week, to resume her studies at the G.N.I. College. Mrs. P.C. Livingston is expected today from Smithville, and will spend sometime here with friends and relatives. Mr. Aldine Pickard, of Buena Vista, spent Tuesday night at the Hotel Peacock. Mr. Willis Hogg, of Buena Vista, is again located at Ellaville and will buy cotton here during the fall months. Mrs. Jordan and J.R. Jr. are spending the week with parents at Buena Vista. Mr. and Mrs. W.L. English have gone to Bronwood, where they will spend the fall. The New Gin has begun operation and running full time each day. This will prove a great convenience to the farmers. Mrs. R.F. Tyson will for the present make her home at Buena Vista, where she has gone to live with her son-in-law, Col.T.B. Rainey. (Note: Mrs. R.F. Tyson would be the mother of Kitty Tyson Rainey, whose obit was in the Sept. 6 issue. She obviously moved to Buena Vista to help with the 4 children left motherless.) Miss Alice Lightner is among the new college girls from this place leaving for Milledgeville Tuesday to enter the G.N.I. College. Miss Imogene Sears left Tuesday for Rome, where she goes to enter Shorter College. She is one of Ellaville's brightest and most charming young girls. NOTICE--Some of the merchants of the town have tried to take advantage of my closing out sale by sending parties after articles which they know have been offered for less than cost. I wish to say that my goods are not offered to the merchants of the town, but to my old customers and the retail trade in general.---T.J. Mott, Jr end of #36 The Schley County News Friday, September 20, 1907 No. 37 FOR RENT 1 good six horse farm and nice 5 room dwelling and good teniment houses. Will rent same on reasonable terms. Located only two miles from Ellaville, best neighborhood. For further information, apply to----Mrs. R.F. Tison. PASSING NEWS Mrs. J.P. Cannon, of Sumter county, is on a visit to relatives here. Miss Marie Hagerty, of Americus, was a charming visitor to Miss Edithe Munro. Mr. Bud Snider, of Selma, Ala., spent a few days here this week with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. T.V. Bridges. Mr. Preston McCrory, of Columbus, spent Sunday with Col. C.R. McCrory. Misses Annabelle McCrory and Bobie Royal returned to Weslayan College Tuesday. Miss Mary Williamson returned home Tuesday from Atlanta where she has been in the interest of fall millinary for Mrs. A. Allen. A Telegraphic Message from Rome called Dr. W.D. Sears to the bedside of his daughter, Miss Imogene, who is ill at Shorter College. Miss Vallie Williams, of Atlanta, Miss Fay Williams and Miss Maymie Wyatt, of Americus, spent several days here this week as guests of Mrs. H.J. Williams. Miss Callie Slappey attended the wedding of her friend, Miss Bessie Wyatt, of Americus, who was married to Mr. Jake Haslam, of Marshalville, on last Thursday evening. Ellaville continues to grow, the pretty home of Mr. H.H. Threlkeld, now nearing completion, adds greatly to the resident portion of lower Oglethorpe street. Mr. C.L. Battle, Jr. will begin work on a new residence on Oglethorpe street in a few days. I have about two hundred bushels of Bancroft Seed Oats for sale; also a good lot of Pure Georgia Rye. Parties desiring either seed oats or seed rye, call on me or write----L(?) M. Livingston, Ellaville, Ga. Mr. and Mrs. Gann, of Columbus, are on a several days visit to their daughter, Mrs. S.J. Reese, at Bumphead. Messrs. Mack and Tucker Rainey will represent Schley county at Mercer University this fall, leaving for Macon Tuesday to enter that college. Mr. S. Williamson, who for the past several years has so successfully managed the Postal Telegraph office at this place, has accepted the management of the Cordele office, to which place he went on last Monday to take charge. DEATH OF MRS. BROOKS Information reached Ellaville Friday morning announcing the death of Mrs. Sam Brooks which occured at her home near Murray's Crossroads on Thursday night. Her death was indeed a shock to all as she was enjoying perfect health up to within a few hours of her death. In company with her husband, she rode out in the farm Thursday morning and about 11 o'clock she began to complain, she returned to her home and a physician was sent for immediately but in spite of all that could be done, she continued to grow worse until the end came about 10 o'clock that night, acute indigestion being the cause of her death. Mrs. Brooks was a sister to Mrs. T.J. Livingston of this place. end # 37. Before starting the abstraction of this issue of the paper, there needs to be an explanation of what I suspect is a misfiling of this particular issue and perhaps others. The paper contained a date of issue only on the front page, consequently, it is possible to have interior pages from another issue within that front page. That is exactly what I believe has taken place here. The front page states the September 27, 1907, and I believe that the SUPERIOR COURT piece which lists the jurors for the upcoming fall term of the court is from that date. It is the only piece that was taken from the frontpage. The remaining news I beieve was actually from a March or April issue of the paper. This is not a certainty, but a deductive conclusion reached based the timing of several of the articles appearing here. I regret the confusion but that it what is on the microfilm. I'll do my best to sort it out. Be guided accordingly. The Schley County News Friday, September 27, 1907 No. 38 SUPERIOR COURT Superior Court will convene on the 2nd Monday in October and in all probability, the session will last the week through in view of the fact that several murder cases are to be tried. Below we publish a list of jurors drawn for the term. Grand Jury W.L. Reid, S.N. Jones, J.C. Kink, A. Allen, R.(smudged) Battle, J.R. Jordan, Clude(Claude) Dixon, E.L. Holloway, I.L. Lindsay, W.W. Dykes, C.H. Wall, J.H. Sellars, Z.T. Mott, R.S. Allen, J.J. Holloway, J.L. Duncan, E.H. Morrison, J.R. Walters, I.M. Livingston, B.L. Bridges, J.V. Pilcher, T.J. Pilcher, M.D. Herring, J.J. Wall, J.H. Childers, R.E.L. Eason, T.J. Livingston, W.W. Childers, C.C. Jordan, A.M. Caskey. Traverse Jury J.W. Moulton, Jr., C.L. Battle, Jr., C.O. Darden, J.E. Williamson, R.C. Wells, C.H. Green, H.H. Rodgers, Roy Pilcher, Z.T. Snipes, R.E. Brooks, J.H. Stevens, H.L(?) Dyess, J.D. Barnes, J.W. Dozier, A.J. Autry, A.S. Rainey, J.H. Holloway, Dr. J.R. Jordan, W.C. Park, L.A. Giles, L.E. Tondee, J.W. Brewer, W.J. Walters, H.C. _____, John Morrison(?), _._. Pilcher, O.C. Myrick, T.R. Strange, R.P. Myrick, W.R. Woods, C._. _____, J.W. Barnes, Brad Teel, M.J. W____, A,C. Murray, A.W. Myrick. PASSING NEWS Mr. and Mrs. P.S. Stevens, of Putnam, spent Sunday with Mrs. S.C. Collins, here. Mr. L.W. Dixon, of LaCrosse, spent Friday with his mother Mrs. ? F. Dixon. Col. J.B. Hudson came over from Americus Wednesday, on business. Rev. Ledbetter and Col. S. Williamson leave today for Talbotton, where they go as delegates from Ellaville Lodge to the K. of P. District Convention. Mrs. J.S. Lightner returned from Bronwood Monday where she attended the General Baptist meeting. The friends of Miss Willa Wiggins(?) are delighted to have her back in Ellaville again, coming from Boston(?) on last Friday. Miss Nettye Payne came up from Americus Saturday and spent the day with Mrs. T.C. Tondee. Representative Walter Stewart, of Taylor County, was a visitor here last week. Mrs. Mauk, the mother of Mrs. ___ Rogers, of Doyle, died last ____ay night, and was buried at _____ on Wednesday. She was ___nable lady and a consistent _____er of the Pirmitive Baptist Church. (Note: many of the omissions are due to the print being in shadow from the fold of the page. This was my first clue about the misdating of this portion of the paper. I think this might be Sarah Elizabeth Mauk, buried in Butler City Cemetery. Her stone indicates she died in March 1907. Doyle is in Marion Co. onthe road from Ellaville to Buena Vista. Perhaps someone can help us fill in the blanks here.) Haynes Collins was at home Sunday. Miss Maggie Williams entertained her Sunday School Class with an "Easter Egg Hunt" Saturday afternoon. (kind of strange to have an Easter Egg hunt in September). Misses Mina Wooten and Effie Bethune, two of Buena Vista's most attractive young ladies, came down Friday night to hear Evett Kempt. They were guests of Miss Julia Peacock. Had you thought of it? Cotton is now selling "way above" the dime notch in spite of 13,000,000 bale crop. Our farmers will never be fools enough again to give their cotton away for 5 and 6 cents. We said something about a depot for Ellaville a few weeks ago. Has anybody ever thought about it since? We can get the depot if we want it, but---guess nobody wants it. Hon. J.A. Bryan, representing the Journal, was here last Friday in the interest of that papers very liberal Jamestown trip offer. Mr. Bryan addressed the Crisp Institute school children, and much enthusiasm has followed his remarks. This is a fine trip the Journal offers, and the boy or girl winning it will be fortunate indeed. The negro who robbed and set fire to the store house of Mr. Mauk, at LaCrosse, several days ago was captured at Cordele on last Thursday and is now in the Americus jail. He has confessed the crime, but as he was already under a sentence in Sumter county, he will not probably be tried in this county 'til his time expires at that place. CARD OF THANKS I wish to, on the part of myself and family, extend to all those kind friends who showed us so many favors during the late illness of my husband, our sincerest thanks. Even in our deep sorrow, we deem it a priviledge that the widow and orphans live among such people.---Mrs. J.A. Snider. SUPERIOR COURT Next Monday, Judge Littlejohn will convene Schley Superior Court which event will bring many of our citizens to town. The session will in all probability be a short one, as the criminal docket is almost blank, owing to the fact that the city court has kept pretty well up with that class of case. However it will, as it always does, prove an interesting week with Ellaville and Ellaville people.(The earlier reference to court being busy is "at odds" with this remark. I think this is the spring term.) STOP AND READ If you want something good to read, something that will keep you intensely interested from beginning to end, get a copy of--Buffalo Bill and read all about the great border scout. They are not of the "blood and thunder" kind but are clean and interesting, 32 pages, 5c per copy. Will V. Jones, News Agent. BANKRUPT SALE Will be sold to the highest bidder for cash at Murray, Schley County, Georgia, at the store house of J.H. Montgomery, bankrupt, on April 8, 1907, at ten o'clock a.m., the entire stock of goods, wares and mechandise of said bankrupt at Murray, Ga. consisting of dry goods, shoes, notions, and all other articles usually contained in a general mechandise store. Also at the same time, at Murray, will be sold all of the notes and accounts of J.H. Montgomery, bankrupt. Also, will be sold, at Ideal, Macon County, Ga., to the highest bidder for cash, at the store house of J.H. Montgomery, Bankrupt, at Ideal, Ga. on the April 8, 1907, at 2 o'clock p.m., the entire stock of goods, wares and mechandise, of said bankrupt, at Ideal, Ga. consisting of dry goods, shoes, clothing, notions, and all other articles usually contained in a general merchandise store. Both of said sales made sunject to confirmation by the Bankrupt court, after report made, to the Referee in Bankruptcy, at Columbus, Ga., on April 11, 1907, at 12 o'clock noon. This March 30, 1907. J.L. Duncan, Trustee Estate J.H. Montgomery, Bankrupt. end #38 The Schley County News Friday, October 4, 1907 No. 39 CORN, COTTON, AND CHICKEN CONTEST The date and place for holding the contest must be fixed at once. At the time the contest is decided, we hope to have Mr. W.A. Covington, who has more than a state reputation, to deliver an address. Every boy and every girl who has planted corn or cotton or raised chickens for this contest must file with the county School Commissioner at once their names and what they will enter for the contest. This may be done by calling at the office of the Commissioner on Saturday, or by writing him. If you write, say where you wish the contest to be held and at what time. Every boy and every girl who started in during the spring is urged to make an exhibit. Do not think yours is not worth exhibiting, for it may be the exhibit that will win. At least $15 for each exhibit will be paid in either 3 or 6 prizes. Unless you send in your name, you will be excluded from the contest. Do not delay sending in your name, for we want you to enter.---J.M. Collum, C.S.C. TRUSTEE'S SALE Will be held at the Court House, Ellaville, Ga., on the 15th day of October, 1907, between the hours of 12 m.(noon maybe?) and 2 p.m., the following to wit: Two acres of land at Murray, Schley County, Georgia, on which is located one store house and one residence, being the property formerly owned and occupied by J.H. Montgomery. Will be sold as the property of the estate of J.H. Montgomery, Bankrupt, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, said sale being subject to a deed to secure debt for $717.28 and interest since March 14th, 1907. Sold in pursuance of an order granted by the Hon. F.U. Garrard, Referee in Bankruptcy. J. Duncan, Trustee, Estate J.H. Montgomery. PASSING NEWS Mrs. E.L. McGowan, after a month's stay with her mother, Mrs. L.H. Peacock, returned to her home at Savannah Monday. Rev. and Mrs. W.K. Dennis, and little daughter, Helen, are in the city for several days visit to Mr. and Mrs. A.S. Baugh. Col. C.R. McCrory made a business trip to Bronwood this week. Miss Mamie Freeman, of Waverly Hall, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. J.L. Duncan. Hon. T.G. Hudson was here Monday talking with his friends. Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Murphey and Miss Loca Payne, of Americus spent a few days with relatives here the past week. Mrs. J.H.B. Mauk, of LaCrosse, was the guest of Mrs. L.G. Stewart, Sunday night. Mr. Chas. Mauk and Miss Taylor, of LaCrosse, attended church here Monday night. Miss Artie Bridges, of Dawson, is a fair visitor at the home of her aunt, Mrs. T.V. Bridges. Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Holloway, of County Line, attended the meeting here this week. Mr. H.H. Threlkeld and family moved into their new home on Oglethorpe street. Mrs. Fannie Cheney and family have moved into the home formerly occupied by Mr. Threlkeld. Mrs. R.F. Williamson and Mrs. P.C. Livingston, spent Monday night with Mrs. L.W. Dixon at LaCrosse. Mrs. Benson, of Buena Vista, is the guest of her cousin, Mrs. Clifford Baugh. Mr. and Mrs. Ford Stewart and Mr. Charlie Stewart of Macon, arrived Tuesday and will spend a while with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Stewart. Miss Martha Baldwin is on a visit to Miss Leila Stewart at Stewart's Mill. Hon. J.F. Woods, after a long and faithful term of service as Marshall of Ellaville, has tendered his resignation to the City Council and the same has been accepted by that body. Mr. Woods has accepted a position as traveling salesman for a Tennessee firm. Mr. T.J. Livingston has been elected to the Marshall's place and is now in full possession of the proverbial club. It is safe to say that he will make the town an excellent officer. Already, he has added much to the general appearance of the streets by cutting the weeds. OF INTEREST TO FARMERS Here-to-fore, on account of our farmers not being able to get their small grain thrashed, very little oats, rye and wheat have been raised in the county. Mr. T.A. Wimbush, one of our most enterprizing farmers has purchased a first class outfit and will be in a position to serve the public next season. His outfit is capacitated to rapidly thrash all kinds of small grain, and will be carried to the farmers' homes. we make this announcement in order to encourage our farmers to plant a greater portion than here-to- fore, in small grain. OCTOBER MARRIAGE IS ANNOUNCED Announcement is made of the engagement of Miss Susanne Frances Simmons and Mr. Benjamin G. Statham, the marriage to occur on the evening of October 30th, at the residence of the bride's mother, Mrs. Lucy Hollis Simmons on Felder Street. The announcement of their marriage will be of interest to the many friends of Miss Simmons, and Mr. Statham, and in social circles in general. TISON-BIVINS WEDDING A wedding that came as a surprize to all their friends, was that of Miss Addie Tison to Mr. Cott Bivins, which was solemnized at the home of Rev. O.L. Peacock on last Saturday afternoon. This young couple is quite popular among a large host of friends, who will wish them all happiness and success through life. The Schley County News Friday, October 11, 1907 No. 40 PASSING NEWS Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Hill spent Sunday in Oglethorpe. Rev. and Mrs. McMahan are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. P.Z. Hill. Miss Dollie Allen went down to Americus last week, shopping. Miss Martha Baldwin was the guest of Miss Fay Williams at Americus this week. Mr. Frank Baldwin was with his sister, Mrs. H.J. Williams, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Myers came up from Americus Monday and spent the day with parents. Mrs. Bob Hill (Viola Turner) visited relatives last week at Butler. Mrs. J.C. Rainey spent a few days with Dr. and Mrs. McKee at Americus, the past week. The friends of Mr. J.F. Stewart were glad to see him out on the streets this week. Mrs. J.N. Kiker and Mrs. Jack Cleghorn, came up from Americus Wednesday and will spend several days with Col. and Mrs. C.R. McCrory. Mr. and Mrs. Hall, coming from Alabama last Friday have moved into the home formerly occupied by Mr. H.B. Brawner. Mr. Hall takes Mr. Brawner's place Central Railroad, while Mr. Brawner has accepted the agency at Buena Vista, has moved his family to that place. Mrs. W.L. English, of Bronwood, is on a visit to Mrs. J.R. Jordan. Rev. J.M. Massey and Messrs. E.T. Lightner and J.R. Cook are attending the Primitive Baptist Association at Plains this week. For a nice fresh Light-Bread, call on C.C. McCrory. He will deliver it at your home. Mr. W.A. Perry has fully recovered from a recent operation for appendicitis, being in Ellaville last week enjoying perfect health. Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Edwards, arriving from Kentucky last Saturday, will spend a couple of weeks here before going to their winter home in Florida. Mr. R.L. Owens has been quite sick at his home for the past few days, but is some better now. Misses Julia Peacock and Maude Williamson and Mrs. J.H. Cheney spent last Thursday in Americus. MR. THOMAS ENGLISH DEAD In his death, which occured early Sunday morning, Macon County lost one it's grand old men. Slowly but surely they are passing away. Mr. English died at his home in the English district after a short but severe illness. He lived to a ripe old age. At his next birthday he would have been 73 years old. He was one of the pioneer citizens of the county, one of five brothers, all honored and esteemed, three of whom precede him in death. His only living brother is Judge Matthew English, who shares the general esteem in which the English family is held. Thomas English was one of the bravest young defenders of the Lost Cause, and was a life long member of the Primitive Baptist Church, standing high in its councils. He was one of the most useful citizens of the county, and was generally beloved. He left a wife, Mrs. Elizabeth English, and a family of eleven children, all of whom have grown to manhood and womanhood, emulating his many virtues. They are E.G. English, of Macon; A.N., W.T. and Russell English, all of Englishville; W.L. English, of Bronwood; H.S. and O.C. English, Irrigon, Oregon; Albert English, of Oglethorpe; Mrs. S(tephen)A. Royal, of Ellaville; Mrs. H.S. Dyess, and Miss Mamie English, of Englishville. The funeral occured at English cemetery, near the old home of the deceased. He had requested that the pallbearers be his old soldier comrades, and the following laid him away to his last sweet sleep: J.S. Elmore, J.B. Murray, J.L. Kitchens, W.W. Childers, W.W. Dykes and J.W. Pritchard ----Macon County Citizen of Oct. 3rd. (Note: Thomas English enlisted 15 May 1862 at Americus in Co. D, 11th Batt'n Ga. Artillery, later assigned to Co. A of the same Battalion, which was also known as the "Sumter Flying Artillery.") There was no issue 41 for October 18, 1907 for reasons that will become apparent in the body of this issue. The Schley County News Friday, October 25, 1907 No. 42. SUPERIOR COURT The Superior Court adjourned at noon Friday after one of the busiest sessions held in the county in many years. Large crowds were in attendance each day, besides a long list of visiting lawyers who came from all parts of the circuit in search for their share of the semi-annual "pie." The entire session passed off most pleasantly, and the business of the court was dispatched rapidly and judicially, leaving the dockets of the court very clear. So soon as the the court had been called to order and the grand jury properly empanelled, Judge Littlejohn delivered a most thorough and comprehensive charge touching the duty of the grand jurors. The civil docket being first taken up, the case of J.H. Tankersly Vs. the Central of Georgia rail way was tried, the jury returning a verdict for the plaintiff for fifteen hundred and seventy five dollars. This being the only civil case tried. The criminal docket being taken up, the jail cases were first disposed of, and the jail is now c! lear. In the criminal cases disposed of were as follows: State Vs. Ben Smith, murderer of Thomas Dixon, verdict of guilt, with recommendation for mercy, sentenced to life imprisonment. State Vs. Sim Jones, wife murder, verdict of involuntary manslaughter, sentenced to twelve months in the gang. State Vs. Ed Baisden, concealed weapons, verdict of guilt, fine $75. State Vs. Marietta Denson, assault and battery, plea of guilt, fine $100. State Vs. Thomas Gundy, assault with attempt to rape, verdict of assault, 12 months in the gang. State Vs. Lindsay Cottle, assault and battery, plea of guilty, fine $100. The grand jury returned quite a few bills in addition to thouroughly performing the other duties involved upon them. The out-of-town lawyers present during the week were: J.R. Williams, W.W. Dykes, Z.S. Childers, E.A. Hawkins, J.A. Hixon, H.B. Simmons, J.B. Hudson, J.N. Kiker, L.J. Blalock, and Sol. Hooper of Americus; George P. Munro and W.B. Short, of Buena Vista; Judge Kiddoo, of Cuthbert. PASSING NEWS Miss McCoy, of Oglethorpe, is on a visit to her sister, Mrs. E.M. Duncan. A bright little girl has come to make her home with Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Collins. Little Addie Marie McCrory, is fast recovering from a recent attack of diptheria. Mr. and Mrs. Wade Stevens, of Atlanta, is on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. P.S. Stevens, at Putnam. Mrs. E.E. Collins is spending a while with relatives at Bronwood. Misses Julia Peacock and Dollie Allen spent several days in Columbus last week. E.L. Bridges, Jr. arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Bridges, Thursday morning. Mr. J.B. Williamson has been confined to his bed for the past several days. Notice---On account of my duties in Superior Court the greater part of the week, and the sickness and death of my father, it was impossible for me to issue a paper. I trust that my subscribers will consider the misfortunes under which I laborered and will gladly pardon the ovation.---J.H. Cheney. Miss Leila Rowland, of Americus, spent several days with relatives here the past week. Mrs. S. Williamson returned home Tuesday after a short visit to relatives in Columbus. Those from this place who attended the W.C.T.U. Convention at Columbus this week were: Mesdames H.J. Williams, E.W. Strange, T.R. Strange, and M.A. Perry. The passenger train from Columbus has changed schedules. Arrives in Ellavile from Columbus at 12:51. Arrives at Ellaville from Americus at 5:50. Mr. and Mrs. P.S. Stevens, of Putnam, celebrated there Golden Wedding on last Friday. In addition to all of the family, quite a number of invited guests were present. Capt. C.L. Peacock spent several days the past week in attendance of the State Dairymen's Association at Griffin, and the State Fair at Atlanta, on Cattle Judging Day. On both of these occasions Capt. Peacock acted as representative and reporter for the Jersey Bulletin. DEATH OF DR. T.G. CHENEY The friends of Dr. T.G. Cheney, who for more than fifty years resided in this county, will regret to learn of his very much unexpected death that occured at his home near Montezuma on last Saturday morning from the effects of a brief attack of brights disease. Doubtless there is a man in this county more universally known than was Dr. Cheney, he having for more than thirty years followed his chosen profession here, which familiarized him in nearly every home in the county. He was in his sixtieh year when the summons came, and while he had not reached the alloted time of three score and ten years, he met the call without a murmur---he was not afraid to die. Being a man as he was, free of vanity and hypocrisy, and utterly void of any sensibility that true greatness ever came through the accumulation of wealth, he passed through life without the world ever knowing his real worth. It was only those who knew him well that loved, honored and appreciated the great heart and mind that he possessed. All through life he was a close student of that literature which pointed man to the truer and higher motives of life. The Bible, of which he was a constant reader, was to him the greatest of all books. While he was a member of the Methodist church and an ernest believer in the great love, mercy and power of God, he was ever careful not to profess anymore religion than was exemplified by his daily walk. The dark clouds of trouble and despair never crossed his horizon, and never did he study questions with the view of finding other than the sunshine which they contained. He was a true believer that all things worked together for good, and never worried about matters that could be bettered in other ways. This cheerful spirit remained with him to the last, and he retained his clearness of intellect up to the closing days. He was a good neighbor, and there was no happier family circle in the land than his. There was a daily beauty about his life which won every heart that knew him. In temperment he was mild; in patience he was all that could have been asked, and he gained confidence when he seemed least to seek it. He believed that men and women, youth and children sought the friendship of the sundy-faced. That all doors open to those who could carry within a smile. That a cheerful face was the life of hearts and homes. He believed in the fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man. He believed that the man who scattered flowers in the pathway of those about him, who let into the dark places of life the sunshine of human sympathy, was best emulating the examples of Christ. The funeral service was conducted from the home, Monday morning, Rev. L.J. Ballard officiating; the interrment being at the Montezuma cemetery, conducted by Confederate Veterans of Montezuma and Oglethorpe. end # 42. The Schley County News Friday, November 1, 1907 No. 43 PASSING NEWS Miss Beryl Jones is in charge of a nice music class at Concord. Miss Martha Baldwin is now at Doyle in charge of the high school of that place. Mr. J.L. Duncan spent a few days in Columbus this week, having business in the Federal courts. Capt. C.L. Peacock has assumed permanent duties at the agricultural College at Americus. Mr. Dupont Murphey, of Griffin, spent a few days here the past week with relatives. Mr. H.P. Murphey, of Americus, spent Sunday in Ellaville. The friends of Prof. M.D. Herring will be glad to learn that he is fast recovering from a severe attack of acute indigestion. Messrs. C.R. McCrory and J.T. Royal returned home from Macon Tuesday after a few days in the Central City. Mr. E. Jordan has bought Mr. E.H. Morrison's interest in the City Drug Store. On last Tuesday we received a money order of $1.00, for the News from our friend, Mr. C.T. Myers, who is now in Colton, California. Many of his old Schley County friends will be glad to learn of his whereabouts. During the past thirty days, this paper has turned down liquor ads to the amount of $40.00, and we run a liquor ad too. Therefore we are so good---we just don't love a dollar like some people we have heard of. Mrs. J.R. Jordan attended the Simmons---Statham wedding at Americas Wednesday. Mrs. Lottie Battle Livingston, coming from Macon last week, is the guest of relatives here. Mrs. R.F. Tison who has been in Buena Vista for the past month is with her daughter, Mrs. W.H. Collins for the present. Mr. J.W. Larkin, of Lowe, hailed us on the streets Tuesday and slipped a dollar into our hand. All parties are thus notified that like alarms will be most graciously acceeded by us. We have on our list quite a number of readers who are behind with the paper from two to four years. We must January first discontinue these subscriptions and insist on a settlement of the same, unless a settlement is had before that time. We regret to announce that we are to lose from our list of good citizens, H.R. Patton and family. They will between this and Christmas move to Bronwood. The county has no better citizen than Henry Patton and it is with the greatest reluctance that his Schley county friends can realize that any other county shall claim him; but as he must go, he and his family will carry with them the best wishes of all our people. Mrs. E.M. Duncan was called to Oglethorpe Saturday night on account of illness of her father, Mr. Wright McKay, who died at that place on the following Sunday. Mr. McKay lived in this county several years and had many friends here who will regret to learn of his death. The firm of Battle, Hill & Johnson, composed of C.L. Battle, Jr., R.E. Hill and C.B. Johnson is one of the latest partnerships formed in Ellaville. They will conduct a general merchandise and also run a livery business, having recently purchased the stable and entire outfit formerly run by E.R. Jordan. These are all live hustling young men and there is no reason to believ that their united efforts will prove other than a business success. end # 43. The Schley County News Friday, November 8, 1907 No. 44 THE NEW MONEY The Americus Clearing House Scrip, of Five Dollar Denomination has been very much in evidence here for the past week. The new currency is being passed and accepted freely by all our people. Of course there are a few who rather look upon it with an eye of suspicion, but perhaps this is because they do not understand the situation that made it necessary for the banks to resort to such a method. The banks were never in better shape financially, and these five dollar certificates are each backed by six dollars worth of guilt edge currency which really makes them safer than a national currency note. This certificate issue is only for temporary protection and has been resorted to in order to prevent a stagnation of business during this time required to get money matters in New York settled. Don't be afraid to accept a scrip. The members of Camp W.T. Black are requested to meet at the court house on Saturday next, the 9th, to elect delegates to attend the Reunion in Augusta on the 12th and 13th. All veterans are urged to be present---A. Allen, Com. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS Georgia---Schley County Henrietta Jones having applied to me for twelve months support out of the estate of her husband Thomas Jones and appraisers duly appointed to set apart same having filed their return, all persons concerned are hereby required to show cause before the Court of Ordinary of said county on the 1st Monday in Dec. 1902 (1907) why said application should not be granted. This 4th day of Nov. 1907. P.E. Taylor, Clerk, C.O. Georgia---Schley County To whom it may concern, Letters of guardianship of Jas. M. Kleckly for the person and property of Jas. R. Wheellers having been duly revoked and J.J. Holloway having applied for the guardianship of the person and property of Jas. R. Wheellers, all parties are hereby notified that said application will be heard at my office at 10 o'clock a.m. on the 1st Monday in Dec. 1907. This Nov 4th 1907. P.E. Taylor, Clerk, C.O. Georgia---Schley County S.M. Ethridge having applied for letters of guardianship of the person and the property of Rnpert (Rupert?) Murline Ethridge, minor child of W.T. Ethridge, late of said county, deceased, notice is hereby given that said application will be heard in my office at 10 o'clock a.m., on the 1st Monday in December, next. This November the 4th, 1907. P.E. Taylor, Clerk, C.O. Georgia---Schley County S.E. Brooks having in proper form applied to me for permanent letters of administration on the estate of Mrs.Virginia Brooks, late of said county, deceased, this is to cite all and singular the creditors and next of kin of Mrs. Virginia Brooks to be and appear at my office within the time allowed by law and show cause, if any you can, why permanent administration should not be granted to S.E. Brooks on the estate of Mrs. Virginia Brooks. This Nov. 4th 1907. P.E. Taylor, Clerk, C. of O. Georgia---Schley County Application for leave to sell land. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has applied to the Ordinary of said county for leave to sell lands belonging to the estate of W.T. Ethridge for the purpose of distribution. Said application will be heard at the regular term of Ordinary's court for said county to be held on the 1st Monday in Dec. next. This Nov. 4th 1907. D.R. Murray S.T. Ethridge Admins. Estate of W.T. Ethridge. PASSING NEWS Miss Katherine Couric, of Eufala, is the guest of Miss Julia Peacock. Miss Loca Payne, of Americus, is spending some time with relatives here. The friends of Aunt Susie Smith will be glad to hear that she is gradually recovering from a recent illness. Mr. M.D. Herring is again on regular duty on route no. 1. Mr. G.W. Chipley, of Columbus, spent Monday in Ellaville, the guest of Maj. and Mrs. E.S. Baldwin. Miss Pearsly, of Americus, was the guest of Miss Ledbetter during the past week. Mrs. J.N. Cheney spent Wednesday night in Americus, the guest of Col. and Mrs. J.R. Williams. Miss Julia Peacock and Mrs. J.N. Cheney spent Friday in Macon. Judge Taylor presided over Ordinary's court Monday, much important business being disposed of. Dr. J.R. Jordan made a business trip to Atlanta this week. Dr. B.L. Bridges has returned from a business trip to Augusta. E.L. Bridges attended a meeting of the trustees of the 3rd District Agricultural College at Americus Wednesday. Miss Ruth Wall and Helen Tondee spent Wednesday in Americus. The city court, convening last Monday, only lasted one day, during which time several criminal cases were disposed of. The fines and forfeitures accruing, being $215.00. The A.L.M.S. Club, composed of the young ladies of Broad Street were delightfully entertained at luncheon at the home of one of it's members on Monday evening. The new homes of C.L. Battle, Walter Sellars, E.H. Morrison and T.J. Livingston now being under construction on Oglethorpe Street will greatly add to the residence appearance of that part of our little city. The K of P meeting at the hall last Tuesday night was largely attended, nearly the entire membership being present. Aside from an interesting business session, the rank of Esquire was conferred upon Mr. Allen J. Childers. There will be special work of interest on the next regular meeting night and all members are specifically urged to be on hand. end # 44 The Schley County News Friday, November 15, 1907 No. 45 PUBLIC SALE Will be sold to the highest bidder at my home place in this county on the 3rd day of December next, the following property to wit: all of my household and kitchen furniture, all of my farming implements, two hundred bushels of corn, a lot of good foder and peas, 3 head of mules, 2 two-horse wagons and many other articles not here mentioned. Sale to begin 10:30, Dec. 3rd 1907.--Mrs. R.F. Tison. PASSING NEWS Mrs. L.E. Tondee made a visit to relatives at Bronwood last week. Miss Emma Dozier coming from Augusta to-day is the guest of her mother, Mrs. M.E. Dozier. Miss Martha Baldwin came down from Doyle Sunday, spending the day. Mesdames J.R. Jordan and H.J. Williams spent the day very pleasantly, Wednesday, with Mrs. J.H. Stephens. T.R. Slappey was in town Thursday. Messrs. G.W. Fulford, T.C. Tondee and C.L. Battle, Jr. spent Tuesday in Americus on legal business. Miss Essie Wilson, of Butler, is making her relatives here a visit. Miss Minnie Caskey spent the day in Americus Tuesday, shopping. Mr. Couric and Miss Holt, coming from Americus Sunday, spent the day with Miss Julia Peacock. Mrs. R.S. Greene, of Albany, is on a visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Strange, at Andrew Chapel. Mr. W.A. McMath, who for many years lived over Buck Creek, has purchased the old Cordele place and will move his family there after January 1st. Mrs. J.T. Royal and Miss Ethel Edge did shopping in Americus last Friday. Invitations are out announcing the marriage of Mr. H.T. Arrington, Jr. to Miss Bertha Marie Neilson, to occur at Pensacola, Fla. on next Sunday. Deeds were made out yesterday conveying title to the lot north of Dr. B.L. Bridges home, from T.R. Slappey of Savannah, to Dr. B.L. Bridges. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Duncan went down to Americus Wednesday shopping. DEATH OF E.A. TONDEE Mr. Edgar A. Tondee, the youngest son of the late Major Tondee of this county, died at Washington, D.C. on last Friday night. His relatives here were notified immediately and his remains reached here Monday, being interred in the Ellaville cemetery. Edgar A. Tondee was born in this county forty one years ago and was raised to young manhood on his father's farm. At the age of 17, he entered the newspaper business, doing his first work at the old Schley Enterprize, the first paper published in this county, edited by Mr. Sam Harp. A short while afterwards he accepted a position with the Times-Recorder and after a few years service with that paper, he, through the influence of the late Charles F. Crisp, received an appointment in the Government Printing Department at Washington, which position he has held with credit to himself as well as the department for 18 years. At the time of his death, he held the position of "Proof Reader," a very responsible place, and carrying with it a handsome salary. The account of his death came as a great shock to his many friends and relatives here, all of whom have anxiously watched his useful career since leaving his home for duties in other fields. He leaves in this county to morn his seemingly untimely death, four brothers and two sisters, namely, L.E., V.H., T.C. and C.R. Tondee; Mrs. A. Allen and Mrs. R.T. Bivens. L.C. JOINER ARRESTED The Americus Recorder has the following to say of L.C. Joiner who was arrested here the past week for forgery: "L.C. Joiner, who for some time has represented the Pacific Mutual Insurance Co., in Americus, was brought here yesterday from Ellaville in custody of Sheriff Lumpkin. The charge against him is that of forgery. Warrants were taken out here in the afternoon before Judge Crisp, of the City Court and bond assessed. Failing to give the bond required, Mr. Joiner was turned over to Sheriff Bell for the night. The alledged forgeries are upon notes given for insurance in the company which he represents. In the two cases for which warrents were issued, the amounts are not very considerable and bond was assessed at $500. SCARBOROUGH---BURTON At three o'clock Thursday afternoon, at the residence of the bride's parents in Athens, Miss Janet Burton and Mr. Robin Scarborough, of Americus, were united in marriage. The wedding was a pretty home affair witnessed only by immediate friends. Mrs. and Mrs. Scarborough returned to Americus by the Central Railway last night and are now "at home' at the residence of Judge and Mrs. J.N. Scarborough on Church street, where they are receiving congratulations of their many friends.--Americus Times-Recorder. end # 45. The Schley County News Friday, November 22, 1907 No. 46 S.R. BRIDGES TO WED IN ATLANTA The wedding of Miss May Pagett and Mr. S.R. Bridges will be an interesting social event of Dec. 11, the ceremony which will take place at the bride's home of Forrest avenue, at 8:30 o'clock, to be followed by a reception and wedding supper. Miss Annie Lou Pagett, young sister of the bride-to-be, will be her maid of honor, and Dr. B.L. Bridges, of Americus, the groom's brother, will be the best man. The bridesmaids will be Miss Edna Frederick, of Marshallville; Miss Mattie Michael, of Munroe; Miss Florence Fain, Miss Minnie Atkinson, Miss Fannie Turner and Miss Eugenia Harper. The groomsmen will be Mr. Ralph Bingham, of Philadelphia; Mr. Wayne Sewell, of Augusta; Mr. Nathan C. Napier, of Lafayette; Mr. Louis Gregg, Dr. Paulen and Mr. Presly D. Yates. Bishop Candler will perform the ceremony. The week preceeding the wedding Miss Pagett will entertain the girls at a house party.---Atlanta Journal. NOTICE TO TRESSPASSERS All persons are hereby notified that hunting, fishing, trapping or otherwise tresspassing on the following described lands will not be allowed, and all parties violating this notice shall be dealt with as the law directs. To wit: 192 acres off lot number 159 101 acres off lot number 158 202 acres off lot number 143 101 acres off lot number 129 112 acres off lot number 142 40 acres off lot number 128 all of said land being in the 29th land district of Schley County, Georgia.----W.W. Childers. PASSING NEWS Mrs. S.C. Collins, after a severe illness of a week is now very much better. Dr. John Lightner, of Buena Vista, spent Sunday here. Mrs. R.F. Williamson is on a visit to Mrs. T.R. Strange at Andrew Chapel. Miss West, from Atlanta, is with her sister, Mrs. Rikenbaker. Mr. Dan Coogle, of Oglethorpe, was here Wednesday on business matters. Hon. R.M. Rainey spent several days in Atlanta the past week. Mrs. J.R. Williams, coming over from Americus Wednesday, spent the day with her sister, Mrs. J.F. Stewart. DENT--WALTERS The friends of Mr. W.F. Walters and Miss Mamie Dent read with interest the announcement of this marriage in Sunday's Constitution which is to take place on the 19th of December in the Baptist Church at Greenville, Ga. THORNTON--JONES Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Jefferson Thornton, of Columbus, announce the engagement of their daughter Willie Hall, to Mr. J. Stacey Jones, the marriage to take place on the evening of Wednesday, December the 18th, 1907. (Note: Stacey Jones s/o Dr. and Mrs. C.G. Jones) CASKEY--WALL Our town was thrown into a rather pleasant surprize on last Sunday afternoon when it became generally rumored that a wedding had taken place, the contracting parties being Mr. John R. Wall and Miss Minnie Caskey, both of this place and enjoying the high esteem and confidence of a large circle of friends. Although coming at an unexpected time, this event, however has been looked forward to by their many friends, but none expected it to happen so soon. All things being perfectly agreeable, the young couple quietly rode to the home of Rev. O.L. Peacock late in the afternoon and there received the vows that made them man and wife. Mrs. Wall is the only daughter of Judge and Mrs. A.M. Caskey and is one of the most excellent young women we ever reared in this county. By her amiable character she has gained the love and confidence of all who know her. Mr. Wall is one of our most prominent young business men and possesses a host of strong friends who are duly congratulating him upon the fair prize he has gained. For the present, Mr. and Mrs. Wall will be home to their friends at the residence of Judge and Mrs. A.M. Caskey. end # 46. The Schley County News Friday, November 29, 1907 No. 47. PASSING NEWS Mr. R.W. Woods came up from Bronwood Sunday, spending the day here. Mrs. L.G. Stewart and Mrs. T.C. Tondee have been on a visit to relatives in Americus. Mrs. W.D. Murray spent several days at Americus the past week, the guest of her sister, Mrs. P.H. Williams. Miss Fay Williams, of Americus, is the charming guest of her aunt Mrs. W.D. Murray. Messrs. Lowe, Pickard and Willis came down from Buena Vista Monday, spending the night with Willis Hogg. The South Georgia Conference is now in annual session at Brunswick. Rev. C.M. Ledbetter left Monday for that place. Mrs. A. Allen and Miss Mary Williamson spent Thanksgiving with Mrs. E.B. Hornady, at Buena Vista. Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Murphy, of Americus, spent Thursday here with relatives. With this issue we publish a notice from Mrs. C.H. Smith in which she offers a lot to the town of Ellaville for the purpose of erecting a public library. We would call especial attention to our readers regarding this matter, and here urge them to join this good woman in so noble a cause. Many of our land owners have posted their lands during the past month. It would be wise for the hunters to investigate before tresspassing on the premises of the Schley county farmer. The local warehousemen have in storage near 1000 thousand bales of cotton, which the farmers say they must have 12 or 15 cents for. PUBLIC LIBRARY In my recent will, I have left a lot for a "free libraray building," to the town of Ellaville, and all necessary preparations are being made to carry it into effect at once--- hoping it may be a building of "beauty and joy" forever. I desire every Christian especially the Mothers, to join in ernest prayer to our Heavenly Father that He may direct in such a way that the Thanksgiving of 1908 may find a substantial building, well equipped with good literature, which will help every boy and girl in this town to do such reading as shall prepare them for every duty in life. We must do our best and while God spares my life, I want to do all I can for Him and Home and Every Land. Especially do I endorse the motto of the great philosopher, Richter, "I love God and little children," and am praying to Him for their best good. One devoted to Ellaville and all it's interests, Viz: Mrs. C.H. Smith. end # 47. The Schley County News Friday, December 6, 1907 No. 48 PASSING NEWS Born to Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Rickenbaker, a little girl on Monday night. Mr. Fred Lawhorn, of Columbus, is on a visit to relatives at Concord. Master Earl Collins spent several days last week in Columbus. W.E. Tondee is on a visit to friends and relatives in Ellaville again. Miss Catherine Couric, after a month stay with Miss Julia Peacock, returned to her home in Eufala, Tuesday. Prof. W.L. Walters, of Oakland, was here for a day this past week. Miss Maude Williamson returned home from Cordele Wednesday after a visit to Mrs. Sam Williamson. Mr. Tharpe, of Twiggs county, was the guest of Mr. A.A. Arrington, the past week. Mr. W.J. Payne, of Americus, spent a few days here the past week. Rev. Hugh F. Oliver will preach again at the Baptist church on the 3rd Sunday. This will be his last appointment in Ellaville. Little Miss Fannie May Walters of Sumter county, is on a visit to her grandparents, judge and Mrs. T.J. Hixson, this week. Miss Hitt, of Atlanta, came down Wednesday and is nursing Mrs. A.A. Arrington, who is quite sick. Mr. A.J. Hill left for Kentucky last Tuesday where (he) will purchase a car load of fine mules to offer to the farmers of this county. The friends of Mrs. S. Williamson will deeply sympathize with her in the loss of her brother, Mr. Lon Shadwick, of Columbus, who recently died at the Johns Hopkins Infirmary, Baltimore. Mr. T.O. Murray, of Selma Alabama, is on a visit to his parents, Rev. and Mrs. J.M. Murray. Rev. R.F. Williamson attended the recent conference at Brunswick. Mrs. P.S. Stevens, of Putnam, and Mrs. Wade Stevens, of Atlanta, spent Sunday with Mrs. S.C. Collins. Rev. Ledbetter goes to Plains next year, while Rev. C.A. Norton will serve the Ellaville charge. The new homes on Oglethorpe street are nearing completion. Mrs. West is with her daughter, Mrs. S.D. Rickenbaker. Mr. J.H. Dupriest, mother and sister, of Concord, will make Ellaville their home after January 1st. They will occupy the Battle home. PUBLIC LIBRARY Upon Thanksgiving Day, a fine crop of officers was elected for the work whose names are as follows: Mrs. A.J. Walters, President Mrs. C.R. McCrory, 1st V.P. Mrs. Dr. Sears, 2nd V.P. Mrs. E.E. Collins, 3rd V.P. Mrs. E. Dixon, 4th V.P. Miss Mary Williamson, 5th V.P. Mrs. A, Allen, 6th V.P. Mrs. Ed Strange and Mrs. Dr. Lightner, Committe on Entertainment. The object of this body is to enlist every Christian in and around Ellaville, especially the parents in this work, and to place within the reach of our young people such literature as is elevating and refining. This organization shall be called "The Free Library Association" of Ellaville, Ga. The Constitution and bylaws will be published later. We have already received from Col. C.R. McCrory and Miss Mary Hornady, generous gifts.---Mrs. Smith. MULES FOR SALE If you want a fine Kentucky mule, call and look at mine. I have a carload of first class young mules and the prices are better than will be found elsewhere on the same class of stock. See them before they are picked over; while all are good, there are some "extra fancy."---A.J. Hill end # 48. The Schley County News December 13, 1907 No. 49 PASSING NEWS Mr. J.D. Lumpkin and wife of Turner county, are on a visit to relatives at County Line. Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Barnes of Murray, was in town shopping Tuesday. The sale of cotton has been quite lively here for the past week, all of which bringing at or above 11 cents a pound. Miss Minnie Lindsay has returned home from a visit to Americus. Rev. and Mrs. W.K. Dennis, of Shellman, are on a few days visit to friends here. Miss Claude Livingston, of Smithville, is the guest of Miss Dollie Allen. Mr. and Mrs. O.L. Dixon, of Americus, spent Sunday with their mother, Mrs. P.F. Dixon. J.H. Cheney and wife spent Sunday with Capt. Peacock at the Third Agricultural College at Americus. Miss Imogene Sears spent several days at Buena Vista last week. Rev. C.A. Norton filled his first appointment at the Methodist church here Sunday, good congregations were out to hear him at both morning and evening services. Messrs. D.A. Peacock and J.H. Cheney are spending a few days in Atlanta this week. Miss Lottie Livingston, of Macon, is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. A.M. Caskey. The friends of Judge C.L. Battle will regret to learn of his illness for the past week; though he is at present getting along as well as could be expected. Mr. Stacey Jones was a visitor here from Columbus, spending the day with parents. Rev. Hugh F. Oliver will preach at the Baptist church on the 3rd Sunday. Work on the bank is progressing nicely, considering the rainy weather. A.J. Hill returned from Kentucky Friday, bringing with him a car load of fine young mules. Miss Addie Park, of Ft. Myers, Fla., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Park the past week. Homaer Mack, one of our good colored subscribers, dropped in last week and settled his subscription for the year. PARK--KENNEDY A marriage of much interest to the young people of Lowe, was that of Miss Myra Park to Mr. B.C. Kennedy, which was solemnized at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Farmer Park, on Monday afternoon, in the presence of a large number of friends. Rev. A.B. Hawks performed the ceremony. NOTICE TO TRESPASSERS All parties are hereby notified that hunting, fishing or otherwise trespassing on the following described premises will not be allowed, and all violations of this notice (will) be dealt with as the law directs. To wit: 175 acres off lot number 141 45 acres off lot number 170 150 acres off lot number 160 All of said lands being in the 29th land district of Schley County, Georgia.---J.R. Holloway. PUBLIC SALE Will be sold at the court house door in the town of Ellaville, to the highest bidder, for cash, the following, to wit: 1 two horse wagon; 2 good mules; and a lot of farming tools, sufficient to run a two horse farm.-----W.L. McElhenney. end # 49 The Schley County News Friday, December 20, 1907 No. 50 PASSING NEWS Mr. Dupont Murphey, of Griffin, spent Sunday here with his sister, Mr. E.L. Bridges. Misses Dollie Allen and Edithe Munro went down to Americus Monday, shopping. Col. C.R. McCrory spent several days this week in Dawson and Bronwood on legal business. Miss Leila Rowland, of Americus, came up Monday and is with her aunt, Mrs. A.J. Walters. E.B. Hornady was in town Tuesday, shaking hands with friends. Mrs. L.E. Tondee spent a few days at Leslie the past week with relatives. Mrs. W.L. English is on a visit to her sister, Mrs. J.P. Jordan. Miss Johnson, of Atlanta, arrived Monday and will in the future act as governess for Mrs. S.C. Collins. Mr. J.H. Holloway has accepted a position with J.H. Sellars and Son and will be glad to serve his old customers at that place. Tax Collector Reid will close his books on the 20th, the time fixed by law. Rev. C.M. Ledbetter left Saturday for Plains, where he goes to take up his ministerial work for the incoming year. NOTICE All parties oweing us notes and accounts are requested to call and settle same at once as we need the money to pay our obligations that we cannot put off longer.--Strange and Arrington. Misses Annabelle McCrory and Bobby Royal, coming from Weslyan College, will spend the holidays with parents. Haynes Collins, who has been attending Prof. B.K. Scott's school at Columbus is at home for Xmas. It is with regret that we learn of Prof. Rickenbaker's resignation of the principalship of the Crisp Institute. It is generally conceded that he has made the school an excellent teacher, one of the best we have had in years, and our town will lose much in giving him up. While he and his family have only been with us for a short time, they have made friends of all with whom they have met, and upon leaving will carry the best wishes of all our people. Having recently purchased the stock of merchandise formerly owned by Park & Holloway, we wish to announce to the trading public that we will in the future conduct at the same old stand, a general mercantile business, and in asking a liberal share of your patronage, we wish to say that honest business methods will be our motto, and in all transactions we shall endeavor to give entire satisfaction. Thanking one and all, in advance, for any and all favors shown, we beg to remain yours to serve.--J.H. Sellars & Son. On the 15th of this month, we sold our entire stock of merchandise to Sellars & Son, giving possession to them on the same day. Our few years of business in Ellaville has been most pleasant, and we take this method of extending our sincere thanks to the public for their liberal patronage and many other considerations given us during the time we have tried to serve them. We highly commend our successors to all and trust that they might receive a continuation of the friendship shown to us. Very Respt.--Park & Holloway. Dr. and Mrs. C.G. Jones and daughter Miss Beryl, returned home from Columbus Thursday where they attended the marriage of their son, Mr. Stacey Jones to Miss Thornton, on Wednesday night past. Those who attended the marriage of Mr. W.F. Walters to Miss Mamie Dent at Greenville on Thursday night were: Mrs. A.J. Walters, Misses Lucile Lindsay, Edithe Munro and Leila Rowland; Messrs. Lon and Horace Walters, Arthur Murray and Roney Jordan. PUBLIC LIBRARY An unintentional omission of two of our officers occured in last week's issue. Mrs. H.J. Williams, secretary, Mrs. J.R. Jordan, treasurer. We trust as the holiday season approaches that our trasurer will be able to report many free will offerings to our library building, and let us all, "Remeber this: If that bit of work which you have undertaken is for the love of God--and it must be that--and for the glory of God, then it cannot fail, for it is God's work, and if it is done for God, when we have done our best, He will take it and make use of it, perhaps so that we can see it, if not, we shall see it in the light of the world to come, He will take us as we are and our work as it is, and in the time to come make use of our very mistakes and build upon the work which we began in humble faith and quiet hope, the very work we wanted to do but were too clumsy. There never has been yet a work for him that failed." This quotation from our Weslyan Christian Advocate should encourage every Christian worker and make our hearts rejoice.-- Mrs. C.H. Smith. end # 50.