Schley County GaArchives News.....Issues #21 - #27 1895 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/gafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Harris Hill http://www.genrecords.net/emailregistry/vols/00011.html#0002514 June 30, 2005, 11:17 am Schley County News 1895 The Schley County News Thursday, May 23rd 1895 No. 21 The county printing has been taken from the Butler Herald and given to the new populist paper at Reynolds. This is hard on editor Benns who has spent years battling bravely for democracy against heavy odds. The citizens of Taylor county should see to it that the Butler Herald receives the liberal support it deserves. The grandest encampment of Confederate veterans ever held, is in session this week at Houston, Texas. General Gordon is commander of the association. Mr. D.W. Rainey's condition is very much improved, and his friends entertain strong hopes of his ultimate recovery. The beautiful colt raised by Mr. B.F. Greene and which took the prize at the colt show in Americus, was hitched to a buggy for the first time last week. Though quite spirited, he has all the good qualities of a good family horse, and is a valuable animal. The affairs of the Alliance store are still in an unsettled condition. An effort was made last Thursday to effect a compromise at 25 cents on the dollar; but this proposition was refused and application made for permanent receiver. The hearing is set for June 8th before Judge Fish in Americus. CLOSING EXERCISES Last Friday evening a large and appreciative audience witnessed the closing exercises of the Lowe school under the supervision of Prof J.D. Duncan. The exercises began about eight o'clock and lasted till twelve o'clock, during which time the people were highly entertained by the scholars, who showed thorough preparation on their pieces, and every one acquitted themselves admirably; thoroughness is one of Prof. Duncan's many characteristic features. He has both capacity and experience, and seems nowhere more at home than when in the school room. The Ellaville Eclipse Band furnished music for the occasion and the people of Lowe showed a high appreciation of the Band's kindness by loud and frequent applause.--Visitor. ANOTHER HANDSOME RESIDENCE On the beautiful site where his old residence was burned, Dr. J.N. Cheney will erect a handsome modern residence. The contract has been given out and the work will begin in a few days. The plan is convenient and artistic in all its appointments, and will make a model home. A LAUDABLE UNDERTAKING The King's Daughters have decided that the community's greatest need is a school building, and they have determined to devote all funds they raise towards helping to build one that will be some credit to Ellaville. In this way they feel that they can do the greatest good to the greatest number. It is a cause in which every citizen of the community is interested and the ladies will no doubt receive the hearty cooperation and encouragement of everybody. "Rome wasn't built in a day" neither do those who have undertaken this work expect to accomplish it all at once, but they hope before many months shall roll by to see a modern and a flourishing school. ANDREW CHAPEL The Sunday School convention is out of sight yet, as well as hearing. The first and most important notice of this week is that the Ellaville Eclipse Band will be with us Friday evening to the greatest pleasure of all. Be it known that they are cordially invited to come, and will have the thanks of all, also__________. Prof J.M. Collum was a pleasant visitor to the school here last week. Messrs. Charlie and Robert and Misses Eva and Lula Strange attended the closing exercises at Lowe last Friday night. Let no one miss the debate and hearing the music Friday night, it will be better than common. Mr. G. D. Hayes visited his mother at Putnam Sunday, he was glad to report her improving. Mr. Earnest Greene came out from Ellaville on his wheel Sunday and spent the day with home folks. Col. J.R. Williams and wife and Miss Eva Cheney attended Sunday school here Sunday evening. Andrew Chapel's well known pettifogger, who went off on a visit some time ago, has returned much to our surprise. Mrs. Mary Caldwell of Shiloh, has been visiting at the home of Mr. J.T. Howell for several days. Mr. Mirk Harvey and family spent Sunday here with Mr. Glover's family. Dr. Griffin filled his regular appointment at Shiloh last Sunday to a very large and appreciative congregation. Two of the Andrew Chapel boys came out from Ellaville Sunday evening late on the T P & W. They say they can give you half the number of crossties between here and Ellaville, they only hit every other one.--Estelle. PERSONAL NOTES Mr. J.M. Murray visited Huntington Sunday. Hon. W.D. Murray, visited Americus yesterday. Mrs. E.B. Hornady is visiting in Buena Vista and Columbus. Mr. T.J. Murphy and Mrs. R.M. Murphy visited Americus Monday. Miss Mary Chambliss of Shiloh visited relatives in Ellaville this week. Mr. J.H. Mott of Monroe County is visiting his daughter, Mrs. I.L. Lindsey. Mrs. Spivy of Abbeville, Ala. is visiting her parents Judge and Mrs. C.L. Battle. Mrs. J.N. Cheney will leave for Atlanta today to spend several weeks with relatives. Judge C.L. Battle and wife and Dr. and Mrs. Sears visited relatives in Sumter county Sunday. Cols. C.R. McCrory and A.J. Walters returned Friday from Oglethorpe, where they spent the week in attendance on court. Mr. and Mrs. A. Allen, Rev. R.F. Williamson and wife enjoyed a good old fashioned fish fry at the turn pike Friday. Prof. S.R. Bridges with a number of his pupils from Andrew Chapel passed through Ellaville Friday afternoon enroute to Lowe, to attend the closing exercises of Prof. Duncan's school. Messrs. R.S. Foy and E.A. Hollis of Reynolds were in town Saturday. TYBEE BY THE SEA The hotel at Tybee, Ga., was opened for the season May the 1st, 1895. During the coming season the Central RR will put in effect very low excursion rates to this popular resort. People intending to go away for the summer should take advantage of the opportunity to see the ocean in all its splendor, and enjoy recreation and sport of surf bathing, etc. at Tybee. Rooms can be reserved by addressing Messrs. Bohan & Cowan, Tybee, Ga. Any information relative to rates, routes to take, etc., can be obtained by applying to any ticket agent Central R R System or to J.C. Haile, general passenger agent, Savannah, Ga. PUTNAM PARAGRAPHS Gardens are fine in this community. The frequent showers together with the bright sunshine of the past week have served to make vegetation grow very rapidly. The many friends of Mr. P.S. Stevens will be pleased to learn that he is greatly improved and will probably be up in a few days. Mr. J.M. Collum's flourishing school at Doyle closed Friday week. Dr. V(?) P. Stevens is visiting his father this week. The fruit crop around this section promises to be exceptionally fine and without a doubt better than it has been for years. Mrs. R.A. Wiggins visited Putnam this week. Misses Clifford and Minnie Blackshear were the guests of Misses Pearl and Nettie Snipes this week.---Lottie Wise. end # 21. The Schley County News Thursday, May 30th 1895 No. 22 SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Mr. R.W. Hearn brought in 11 gallons of cherries Monday and readily disposed of them at a good price. Mrs. McCrory's flower yard is like an immense bouquet with its many fragrant blossoms, and it is a perfect delight to the passers by. The tall chimneys left standing where Dr. Cheney's house was burned, have been torn down to make room for the beautiful new residence that will soon be going up. The colored people in Ellaville and surrounding county have thought of nothing else the past week but "Decoration" (Day?) and crowds are wending their way in the direction of Andersonville today. The oats planted after the freeze are turning out much better than was expected. Dr. Munro and Mr. A.J. Hill have fine fields of grain out on the Eason road, that promise to yield an abundant harvest. At the last meeting of the two Missionary Societies, Miss Mittie Myers, Mamie Lee Perry, Carl and Jewel Murphy were elected delegates to the annual meeting of the W F M societies to be held in Columbus beginning June 19th. Marshal Hudson is putting the streets in the northern part of the town in splendid condition. He has had a large force of hands at work several days this week repairing bridges, building up the sidewalks and otherwise improving that portion of town. Mr. Hudson is proving in more ways than one, that he is eminently fitted for the office. Messrs. P.E. Taylor and A.J. Walters have formed a partnership to represent both the Equitable and Greenwich Insurance companies which have such a strong hold on public favor. Life insurance has kept many a family from begging and many regard it a sacred duty to carry a policy. With their thorough knowledge of business and representing as they do these old and reliable companies, Messrs. Taylor and Walters are well equipped to serve the public, and are bound to do an extensive business. The members of the colored Methodist church are making decided improvements in their house of worship. Their new pastor Rev. C.J. Jones is full of energy. He is doing good work among his people. The church has been enlarged to accommodate the crowds. Mrs. Elbert Hill's garden would be a revelation to those who think that the cold weather caused vegetation to be backward. Her family has been feasting on all kinds of vegetables of the finest kind. The growth of the plants is wonderful, and only shows what good cultivation of the soil will produce. The Times-Recorder refers to the B.V. & E. train as the "Blackberry Express." We are sorry to learn that Messrs. Ben Strange and Lee McCrory lost a considerable sum of money by the failure of the Daytona (Fla.) bank. Dr. Smith also lost a small amount. The condition of the affairs of the bank cannot be determined until a full investigation is made, which, we hope will show that things are not so bad as they now appear. We trust that our friends at New Smyrna will recover every dollar. A BAPTISTRY ADDED TO THE CHURCH Carpenter and brick masons have been at work for several days making a much needed improvement in the Baptist church. Just back of the pulpit a baptistry has been built. This has long been needed as there is no suitable place near Ellaville where this solemn ordinance of baptism can be administered. (The) fine work will be completed in a few days. A STRANGE ROMANCE Mysterious Disappearance of one of the Schley Guards at the Battle of Turner's Mill in 1864. Many of the Old Comrades of Albertus Guice Will Recall the Circumstances that Left Them in Doubt as to His Fate. Mr. John Guice, one of the best known citizens of Rome, showed the Constitution's correspondent an old daguerreotype of a youthful soldier in confederate gray, with the chevrons of a sergeant on his sleeves and a sword in his hand, that is interwoven with a strange story of real life. The picture was the last one taken of his brother, Sergeant Albertus T. Guice, who left his home in Schley county at the age of 20 and as a member of the Schley Guards, marched to the front in 1862. His company became a part of the 5th Georgia regiment of infantry and with the exception of two furloughs of ten days each, he fought through the war until the army started on its stubborn and bloody retreat through Georgia in 1864. Young Guice had been promoted to a sergeancy for his bravery, and was a most popular young officer and a favorite with the command. Just before the famous artillery battle at Resaca there was a fight at Turner's Mill, near by. Among the Missing. Dr. Green (T.G.) Cheney and others of his command from Schley county, were with the dashing young officer when they went into battle, but when they came out he was missing. They searched the bloody field in vain for his body, they watched and waited for some tidings of sergeant Guice, but none ever came, and from that day to this, his fate has been a hidden mystery. His aged parents clung to the fond hope that he had been captured long after the war was over, and scanned the face of every stranger in the community hoping to discover their long lost son. But he never came back and the mystery of his disappearance will probably never be explained this side of the resurrection morn. Mr. Guice treasures the picture very highly as he never saw his brother which is said, by those who knew him, to resemble this brother. There is another brother here, Lieutenant Guice of the police department. They would be glad to communicate with any of the old veterans who knew their lost brother so as to get all the facts possible of his career in the service. PERSONAL NOTES Mr. R.E. Elliott visited Americus Monday. Capt. Burton went down to Americus Monday. Mr. E. Wall went down to Americus Monday afternoon. Mr. Bell of Dooly county was in town this week on business. Mr. J.H. Allen of Ashburn is visiting relatives near Ellaville. Mr. Larkin, a contractor from Americus, was in town yesterday. Dr. Sam Williamson made a business trip to Grangerville Saturday. Mr. William Wells a prominent citizen of Smithville was in town Tuesday. Mr. Chas. Hays of South Georgia visited his brother Mr. G.D. Hayes this week. Mr. Elbert Hill has been spending several days at his fine plantation in Taylor county. Dr. and Mrs. W.D. Sears and Hon. W.D. Murray represented Ellaville in Americus Tuesday. Miss Lula Glover of Andrew Chapel is spending the week with relatives in Ellaville. Mr. Olin Dixon came up from Americus Sunday to visit his father, who has been quite sick for several days. Misses Julia Peacock and Eva Cheney and Mr. A.J. Hill returned Thursday from a short visit to Montezuma. Mr. J.H. Mott returned to his home in Monroe county Sunday accompanied by his daughter Mrs. I.L. Lindsey. Prof. and Mrs. Whitehurst, Miss Bertha Burnam and Mr. A.J. Hill spent Monday afternoon at Dozier's mill fishing. Mr. J.F. Woods returned yesterday from a delightful visit to Texas. He went as a delegate to the Presbyterian General Assembly at Dallas, and also visited relatives at other points in the state. Misses Bertha Burnam, Mary and Leila Hornady; Messrs. Chas. Chambless, Arthur Hill and H.J. Williams picnicked at Myrtle Springs yesterday, and thoroughly enjoyed the time spent at the beautiful resort. Mrs. R.F. Williamson went down to Shellman Saturday in response to a telegram announcing the serious illness of her sister Mrs. B.F. Crittenden. We are glad to know that there has been a marked improvement in Mrs. Crittenden's condition in the past few days. Mrs. Mary Rogers left on Saturday's boat for her home at Stewart's Mill, Schley county.--Blakely Observer. The Demostheenean Society composed of a number of the bright pupils of Prof. S.R. Bridges' school gave an interesting entertainment at Andrew Chapel Friday night. Quite a number from Ellaville attended and all speak in high praise of the exercises. The Eclipse Band rendered excellent music. Mr. Carl Murphy was painfully hurt a few days ago while riding a bicycle through the streets of Oxford. He was going at full speed when a child threw a gate open against the wheel, throwing Mr. Murphy very violently to the ground. For a few hours it was feared that his injuries would prove serious, but we are very glad to learn that he has recovered and is now hard down at his studies, preparing for commencement. PUTNAM PARAGRAPHS Plums and berries are ripening and everybody seems happy. The beautiful May weather brought out a good congregation at Hopewell church last 3rd Sunday. The pastor Rev. R.F. Williamson preached a splendid sermon to an attentive audience. Miss Lillian McMichael returned Friday from a short visit to Columbus. Mr. Charlie Hayes from Sumter county visited his mother Sunday. Lottie Wise. end # 22 The Schley County News Thursday June 6th 1895 No. 23 PUTNAM PARAGRAPHS Mr. R.W. Stevens spent Sunday with his sister Mrs. R.A. Wiggins of Ebenezer. The Doyle Sunday School will hold their annual picnic at Knowltons Spring Saturday the 8th inst. Mr. R.W. Eason of Americus spent last Sunday in Putnam. Mr. Erin Collum armed with a lunch and his best fishing tackle shied away to the rippling waters on Buck Creek Saturday to wage war upon the finny tribe. He came back late in the P.M. thoroughly disgusted with fish and fishing, having caught only one minnow and a crawfish. Put on larger bait next time, Erin.---Lottie Wise. SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Mr. Ed Stewart is putting up a wind mill out on Mr. E. Hill's plantation in the upper part of the county. Dr. Sam A.B. Williamson is dispensing sweet smiles and sparkling soda at the drug store on the corner. Mr. Peacock is preparing to paper the hotel throughout. This will add very much to its attractiveness. Brick for Dr. Cheneys new residence have been shipped from Ft. Gaines and are being hauled from the depot. Hon. W.D. Murray was last Sunday unanimously elected assistant superintendent of the Methodist Sunday school. Mr. J.B. Williamson has been shipping quantities of vegetables from his fine garden to the Windsor hotel in Americus. >From the small plat of ground back of her store, Mrs. Allen has sold nearly six dollars worth of strawberries, besides a good many that were given away. A little boy on the Peacock place, fell off a mule Sunday morning, breaking his arm. He was brought to town and the broken limb was skillfully set by Dr. Munro. Jim Murray's sweethearts wouldn't have recognized him Monday. He was a little too reckless to handlimp a hive of bees, and in consequence his face has been about twice its usual size. There is an olde well in the grove back of Mr. Jeff Myers which has been filled in, but the recent rains have caused the dirt to sink, leaving a dangerous hole right on the side of the road. Col. C.R. McCrory as soon as he heard of Mrs. Wall's loss started a subscription and secured liberal donations from the merchants and different families in town. He and Mrs. McCrory took them out to the family yesterday afternoon. Our people believe in the golden rule. We have been requested by a good many citizens to call attention of the sanitary committee to the unpleasant odors arising from the hog pens about town. It was particularly noticeable Saturday night and we have heard a great deal of complaint from those in close proximity to these places that menace life and health. STRICKEN WITH PARALYSIS Word came to Ellaville Monday that Mr. R.P. Tondee of Plains had received a stroke of paralysis and was very ill in Americus. Mr. Tondee has a host of friends and relatives in this county who are sorry to hear of his affliction, and hope for his early recovery. A MAMMOTH TURNIP Mr. Howe was exhibiting a turnip on the streets Saturday that measured nearly 12 inches across and weighed five pounds. It was grown in Mr. W.D. Murray's garden. Our people are beginning to realize that almost everything can be grown to perfection in this favored section. THOUSANDS OF FRUIT TREES Two fruit agents have been canvasing the county for the last few days and between forty and fifty thousand trees have been sold right in this locality. The probability of a canning factory being built here has caused almost every body to become interested in fruit culture and those public spirited citizens, Messrs. W.D. and A.C. Murray who are at the head of the enterprise are entitled to the credit of opening up a new era of prosperity for this section. HONORS FOR A SCHLEY COUNTY BOY At the commencement exercises of the Cuthbert Male College last week Mr. Robert J. Perry was awarded the general excellence medal (of the) entire college. He was also one of the six selected to take part in the prize declamation and acquitted himself in such a manner as to receive special and honorable mention. Mr. Perry also won a scholarship in Patrick Military Institute. He is only 17 years of age and his friends are very proud of his record and predict a brilliant future for this bright and studious representative of Schley county. AN OFFENDER BROUGHT BACK Reub. Kendrick, col. who has been wanted in this county (for ) some time, was captured last week by the Sheriff of Webster county. Two years ago he was prosecuted for beating and injuring a mule belonging to Alec Moye, and the grand jury found a true bill against him for cruelty to animals, but he made his escape and had not been heard from till Sheriff Allen returned from Preston yesterday afternoon with his prisoner and has him safely behind the bars. A SERIOUS LOSS BY FIRE Mrs. N.B. Wall's residence, three miles from Ellaville, was entirely consumed by fire Tuesday night. The fire originated in the stove room from a defective flue, and the roof was falling in before any of the family was aroused. Miss Eva was awakened by the flames blowing in at her window and gave the alarm in time for the family to make their escape from the burning building. The organ and a few other things were saved, but all the clothing, furniture, bedding, meat, lard, etc., was swept away; besides $25.00 in money. The loss falls very heavily on Mrs. Wall, and much sympathy is felt for her in this serious misfortune. There is no insurance on the building or furniture. LIVING AT HOME Mr. W.R. Dorn of Friendship, one of the most progressive of Sumter's farmers, says that if the people can get a fair price for their next cotton crop, they will be more independent than ever before in the history of this country, as they have plenty of everything else at home.---Times Recorder. A deaf and dumb tramp came in contact with Mr. Real Allen on the streets Sunday morning and wrote on a paper: "I no money, give me a soap." It was such an unusual request from one of this class that Mr. Allen came very near fainting on the spot; but as soon as he could recover from his surprise he made haste to provide the wayfarer with "a soap" and sent on his way to the mill pond. Mr. H.S. Lindsey is arranging to remodel his residence on Broad Street. He will make many improvements and when completed this will be one of the handsomest and most desirable homes in Ellaville. PERSONAL NOTES Miss Stella Tison is the guest of Miss Eva Cheney. Mrs. Holloway of LaCrosse visited relatives in Ellaville Sunday. Sheriff Allen went down to Americus Saturday on business of importance. Messrs. Ed and Sam Bridges attended preaching at Andrew Chapel Sunday. Mrs. E.B. Hornady returned Saturday from a pleasant visit to Columbus and Buena Vista. Mrs. H.T. Arrington will go up to Columbus tomorrow for a visit to her friend, Mrs. W.H. McCrory. Mrs. M.A. Drane of Buena Vista is visiting her daughter, Mrs. E.B. Hornady, who has been quite sick for several days. Mr. A.L. Yance who has been merchandising in Ellaville for a short while, closed out his business last week and left Tuesday for Savannah. Miss Ruth Jones, a charming young lady of Butler, is the guest of Miss Leila Stewart, and these young ladies will probably visit Mrs. A.C. Murray in a few days. Mr. Earnest Green, on account of his health, has been forced to give up his position at Dr. Munro's drug store. He has returned to his home in the country and is greatly missed by his Ellaville friends. Mr. D.W. Rainey was in Ellaville a short while Saturday afternoon for the first time in many weeks. His many friends were gratified to note the improvement in his condition, though he is still very feeble. Prof. S.R. Bridges closed his interesting school at Andrew Chapel Thursday and is at home for a much needed rest. He will probably leave in a few days to enter a business college in Macon and also to take a special course at Mercer. Miss Bertha Burnam, who has taught the music class at this place so successfully for the past six months, left Tuesday for her home in Perry. Miss Burnam is one of the most popular young ladies that has ever been in Ellaville, and her departure causes general regret. Prof. and Mrs. Whitehurst left Tuesday for Gordon, where they will spend the summer. Prof. Whitehurst as principal of the Ellaville High School has conducted himself as a cultured, christian gentleman and has made hosts of friends. He and Mrs. Whitehurst will be greatly missed, and the best wishes of our people go with them. We regret to learn that Mrs. C.C. Scovill has decided to return with her family to Buena Vista, Ga. and will move to that place next week. She came to New Smyrna last fall, and it was hoped that she would decide to settle here. She is a sister of Mrs. J.L. McCrory and has made a host of friends here who are loath to give her up.---New Smyrna (Fla.) Breeze. There are many friends who are glad to welcome Mrs. Scovill back to Georgia. She will probably locate in LaGrange instead of Buena Vista. The entertainment at the house of Mrs. Hornady on Friday evening last, was greatly enjoyed by the young. Elegant refreshments were served. Mr. A.A. Arrington and Dr. Williamson did every thing possible for the pleasure of the guests, and deserve much credit for the splendid success. Prof. Ed Bridges in his club paper Thursday night paid a beautiful tribute to woman. Not the "new woman" of whom we hear so much, but the old fashioned womanly woman adjusting herself to new conditions, and in her own sweet way keeping step to the march of progress. No longer the useless excressences (?) of society, but in the great battle of life carrying the enobling, uplifting power of her own personality, making the world brighter and better. He was particularly happy in his eulogy of the ladies of Ellaville, and in their behalf we make our best Sunday bow to the gallant young man. ANDREW CHAPEL Mr. M.I. McGarrah and wife from Desoto visited relatives here last week. Miss Katie Mott of Lowe came over to see her grandmother and attend the exercises at the academy Friday. School closed last Thursday with an examination of the last five months work. The teacher and pupils having completed their work for this term were in good shape to enjoy the picnic given for their benefit Friday at Golden Creek. It was a pleasant day to all who attended and it will long be remembered by the pupils as the happiest school day of the term. Mr. Bob Perry who has been attending school at Cuthbert returned home last week. Bob is wearing the medal for general excellence which he won at the Bethel college. He also won honors in the literary society. His many friends here are proud of the record he made the past term, and predict for him a bright career through his entire college course. Mr. Tom Slappey and wife of Americus attended preaching here Sunday. The Ellaville Eclipse Band furnished music for the Demosthenean Society at the last meeting. A large crowd was present and the music by the band was highly appreciated. The program was better than usual and every body was so well pleased with the exercises that it is thought now the society will continue during the summer. The next meeting will be next Friday evening June 7th. The question for debate is: Resolved, That Washington was a greater man for defending his country than Columbus for discovering it. Let every body come out. Au revoir.---Estelle. COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS (Regular meeting---June 3rd 1895.) Present T.A. Collins, mayor; aldermen Cheney, Sears, Murray and Lindsey. Absent, Munro. Minutes of last meeting were read and confirmed. On motion of alderman Cheney, the secretary was instructed to notify the Railroad authorities to have crossing repaired on North street near P.F. Dixon's residence, the same having been reported in bad condition. On motion of alderman Murray cemetery committee was instructed to contract for cleaning of cemetery at an early date. Street committee report streets in good condition. Sanitary committee report sanitary condition of town in fair condition. On motion of alderman Cheney, alderman Murray was elected Mayor Pro Tem for year 1895. Paid out for street work; May 11th $3; May 17th $5.09; May 25th $7.68; June 1st $9.86. The following bills were ordered paid: Collins Williamson & Co. $4.91; H.S. Lindsey 25c; council adjourned to meet next regular meeting first Monday night in July. STATE NEWS The guns that fired the first shot in the civil war and declared in loud tones that the southern states were united in an effort to form a government of their own, may be seen at Atlanta during the exposition. The old guns now slumber in the sands on Sullivan's Island. For years they have lain there near Charleston, grim and silent reminders of a lost cause. As the years have passed they have sunk deeper into the earth until now they are almost entirely covered and only a few of them can be seen. end # 23 The Schley County News Thursday, June 13th 1895 The Butler Fruit and Land Company have made arrangements for canning and drying the large quantities of fruits now ripening. The enterprise will put in circulation a large amount of money and prove profitable business for our neighbors. Commissioner Nesbitt is hunting a locality where sweet potatoes can be grown for 20 cents per bushel for a large starch factory. We know of no better place than Schley county. Potatoes at 20 cents would pay better than cotton. We are ready for the factory to be brought here, right away. SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Mr. Carl Murphy has secured a position at Dr. Munro's drug store, and is a polite and attentive salesman. Mr. Harry Lindsay has been treating his friends to some very fine peaches grown in his garden. The foundations for Dr. Cheney's new residence have been placed, and the building is going up rapidly. Comparatively, there is very little sickness in the county. A plenty of good ripe fruit is the best thing in the world to counteract malaria. Marshal Hudson captured two horned owls on the streets near his residence Friday. Their presence in town probably accounts for so many chickens disappearing from the roosts. We are glad to know that Mabel, the interesting little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Wiggins, who is under treatment of Dr. Horine for some affection of the eyes, is being greatly benefited. It would be a good thing for Ellaville if the old building called a school house would tumble down during vacation. It is entirely out of date and a disgrace to the town. A basket of vegetables from Mrs. G.W. Tison's garden attracted a good deal of attention on the street Saturday. The large white heads of cabbage were the finest that have been seen in Ellaville this season. Mrs. Tison has everything good to eat at her pleasant country home. Joe Terry, the patient of Drs. Munro and Bridges, who had to undergo a very dangerous operation several days ago, is doing surprisingly well and will soon be out. The operation required great skill, and the young surgeons are naturally proud of their success. Rev. R.F. Williamson visited "Uncle Wyatt" Singleton Monday. Hosts of friends will be gratified to learn that this venerable servant of God, now in his 87th year, is in better health and spirits than he has been for months. May every remaining day of his noble life be brightened by the radiance that falls softly and peacefully from the "everlasting hills." The weeds on railroad street are growing so tall, it is with difficulty that passengers from the train find their way up town. NOTICE The King's Daughters will serve ice cream at the park Saturday afternoon for the benefit of the academy. ANOTHER OLD CITIZEN DEAD Mr. Zibe Singletary, a well known citizen of this county died at his home near LaCrosse Monday afternoon. He was about 79 years of age and had spent the greater part of his life in Schley county. Mr. Singletary was a brave confederate soldier. For many years he has been a great sufferer and death came as a blessed relief. The deceased leaves a wife and son and many relatives and friends. The remains were interred at Bethel Tuesday morning, Rev. R.F. Williamson conducting the funeral service. (Transcriber's Note: Zibe B. Singletary, Co.D, 3rd Georgia Reserves, the "October Moon" regiment. Grave not previously listed in our online survey, presume unmarked. Pension application in the Schley Military archives.) PERSONAL NOTES Mr. Arthur Bivens of Americus was in town Monday. Mr. John Anglin of Americus visited Ellaville Sunday. Mr. T.J. Murphy went down to Americus today to visit relatives. Mr. J. Epps Brown returned Saturday from a short visit to Buena Vista. Prof. S.R. Bridges returned Tuesday from a visit to friends in Americus. Mr. J.F. Woods returned Sunday from a visit to relatives in Terrell county. Col. A.J. Walters spent Saturday in Americus looking after legal business. Mrs. Henry Arrington returned yesterday from a visit to friends in Columbus. Mrs. Arthur Drane and little daughter of Buena Vista visited Mrs. E.B. Hornady Sunday. Messrs. Homer and S.C. Collins of Murray spent Sunday with their Ellaville friends. Miss Susie Hall, and attractive young lady of Albany, is the guest of Miss Maud Hudson. Mrs. R.F. Williamson returned Friday from a visit to her sister Mrs. B.F. Crittenden of Shellman. Little Misses Grace and Aldine Peacock returned Sunday from a delightful visit to Buena Vista. Mr. Geo. Allen who has been near Dawson for sometime, returned Saturday to take charge of Mr. Murray's gin. Little Miss Ina Williams returned Monday afternoon from a pleasant visit to relatives at Americus and Sumter City. Misses Stella and Kittie Tison with Messrs. A.J. Hill and S.C. Collins went up to Reynolds yesterday to attend commencement. Misses Lizzie and Callie Slappey, popular young ladies of LaCrosse, have been the guests of Miss Eva Cheney for several days. Mr. Chas. Chambless spent Sunday with the home folks near Shiloh, and imbibed the far famed, health giving water of Myrtle Spring. Messrs. Hill and Williams took a number of young ladies out in the country to gather plums Tuesday. The afternoon was greatly enjoyed by the merry party. We are glad to learn that Mrs. C.H. Smith is expected to arrive on this afternoon train from New Smyrna, Fla. She will be warmly welcomed by her old friends. Mr. Carl Murphy returned Thursday from Oxford, where he ranked as one of the brightest students at Emory college during the past year. His many friends are pleased to have him at home. Miss Russell Coleman, who has been a popular pupil in our High School, will leave today for her home in Seabright, Ala. Miss Russell has made many friends in Ellaville who earnestly hope that she will return in the fall. Miss Pearl Bridges will arrive this afternoon from Gainesville, where she has been a student for the past year in the Seminary. Miss Jewel Murphy is expected home in a few days. These bright young girls have taken a fine stand in their classes, and both were honored with readers places. Miss Ida Munro passed through Ellaville Saturday enroute home from Forest Glen, Md., where she holds a responsible position in the Mountain Park Seminary. Miss Munro is one of the brainiest women of the south and is an honor to her state. Her many friends are delighted to welcome her home. NEW PAPER FOR ELLAVILLE An enterprise of which Ellaville should be proud, is the new paper "The Georgia Cyclist," soon to be issued. It will be the only paper of its kind in the south. Mr. R.E. Elliott, editor and proprietor, has the ability and energy to make a success of anything he undertakes, and under his management the new paper is sure to prosper. He has received much encouragement from those interested in bicycles. The first number will appear about July 1st. Ellaville, Ga., June 11th 1895 Editor News: I have collected in money for Mrs. M.J. Wall and family $39.67; collected in goods from merchants in Ellaville and Mr. A.C. Murray and wife $20.23. I have also collected from the good women of Ellaville, ten quilts, several sheets, pillow cases, table cloths, two pillows and bolster, towels & napkins & c. I have also uncollected subscription of $4.25 and some household goods and some meal at Murray's mill, also 2,000 feet of lumber. The subscription list is not closed and anyone wishing to contribute can send direct to Mrs. Wall or myself. Thanking all who contributed, I am truly yours, C.R. McCrory. A CARD OF THANKS United with mother and family, I beg leave to extend to the good people of Ellaville and the surrounding vicinity many thanks in return for the kindness bestowed upon us in the sad loss of our home a few days ago by fire. We assure you words nor pages written can express our gratitude to the good people for aiding us in this sad hour of distress. We deem it pleasant duty encumbent upon us to extend to our beloved friend, Col. C.R. McCrory, our entire thanks. We will never forget his kindness, and may God's richest blessings always be his. Indeed, the pleasures we have enjoyed in receiving, the deepest sympathies and the many sweet gifts from our friends I cannot describe, but must leave to those of more enlarged imaginations to conceive. Yet allow me in the name of myself and family, who have participated in these pleasures; to again thank the good people of Schley for their kindness manifested. Yours most resp't, E. Wall. POSTPONED AGAIN The hearing of the Alliance case which was to have come before Judge Fish in Americus last Saturday, has, by the consent of all parties concerned, been postponed until the 22nd June. end # 24 The Schley County News Thursday, June 20th 1895 No. 25 SIDEWALK GLEANINGS A good deal of wheat has been threshed at Mr. Murray's gin this week. The contractors are doing some nice work on Dr. Cheney's new residence. The barrels of stagnant water kept standing at the depot is a regular breeding place for mosquitoes and if allowed to remain, salt or kerosene oil should be put in the water to destroy these pests. An event of much interest to our people was the marriage of Miss Lilla Everett to Mr. J.A. Flornoy of Macon, which took place at the home of the bride's parents in Fort Valley yesterday. The dangerous habit of jumping from moving trains is going to cause somebody in Ellaville a great deal of sorrow one of these days. There is an ordinance against it; but it is openly violated every day by the young boys. We are indebted to Mrs. A.C. Murray for some of the finest peaches we've seen this season. Mr. and Mrs. Murray take great pride in fruit culture, and on their splendid plantation in the suburbs of town they have vineyards and orchards that are almost as profitable as the fields of waving grain and the fine corn and cotton. The Alliance case which has been postponed from time to time will come up again Saturday before Judge Fish in Americus, and it is thought that a settlement will be made, and the affairs of the store finally disposed of. Mrs. C.C. Scovill has returned with her family from New Smyrna, Fla. and will take charge of the Hawkins House in Americus July 1st. This is a guarantee that the hotel will be run in first class style, and be liberally patronized. IN SEARCH OF PLEASANT HOMES Dr. J.O. Davy and Mr. J.L. Rust of Springfield, Ohio, spent a day or two in town this week. With a party of northerners they came south several days ago to look at the country and make investments, provided they were pleased with this section. Mr. Rust is already interested in the large fruit farm near town, and Dr. Davy was so favorably impressed that he is anxious to purchase one hundred acres near Ellaville at once. The tide of emigration is steadily flowing this way, and with a little effort we can secure many valuable citizens for our county. WATERWORKS FOR THE HOTEL Workmen are engaged in making great improvements at the hotel. On the west side of the building a water tower will be put up, and pipes run through the house. A commodious bathroom will open into the hall on the second floor. On the first floor a large bay window will be built to the dining room, adding greatly to the beauty of that portion of the house. Mr. Peacock is constantly making improvements in the hotel, which is already one of the best equipped and most popular in the state. AT REST Mr. H.C. Arrington peacefully passed away Saturday morning at 5 o'clock. His death was no surprise, as he had been in declining health for many months, and from the time he took his bed, his family realized that his life was slowly ebbing out. Mr. Arrington was born in Twiggs county in 1822, moved to Sumter in 1853, and settled near Shiloh, being the oldest member of that church. His life was marked and bounded by the golden rule and he enjoyed the high esteem and respect of his neighbors. A few months ago he moved to Ellaville to be near his children, and here he gathered about him many friends. The deceased leaves an aged wife and seven children. The funeral took place from the Baptist church Sunday morning at 9 o'clock. The building was filled to its utmost capacity by those who had come for miles around to pay the last respects to their departed friend. Dr. Griffin conducted the solemn funeral service, dwelling at length on the many virtues of the dead. The casket was covered with beautiful floral designs. The following gentlemen acted as pall bearers: Messrs. J.M. Murray, Eugene Dixon, J.R. Williams, T.A. Collins, A. Allen and R.C. Wells. Mr. Arrington was a loving husband and an affectionate father and a true friend and will be greatly missed, especially in the home circle, but may the bereaved find comfort in the thought that he has gone to that land where the sunlight never fades, where burdens are laid down, all sorrows forgotten, and peace like a river flows through every soul. PERSONAL NOTES Mr. Horace Stewart was in town Sunday. Prof. P.B. Steifer of Americus is in town. Mr. Carr of Tazewell was in town Tuesday. Mr. E.B. Hornady went up to Atlanta Tuesday. Mr. Cunningham of Andersonville was in town Saturday. Editor S.H. Christopher of Buena Vista was in town yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Hudson visited relatives at Tazewell Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Thomson of Royal, were in town Tuesday. Col. C.R. McCrory went up to Columbus Tuesday on legal business. Mr. and Mrs. Hammett of Slacauga, Ala. are boarding at the hotel. Mrs. T.J. Murphy is visiting her daughter, Mrs. H.A. Mathews of Ft. Valley. The young people are planning a picnic to Knowlton's Spring tomorrow. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Chambless of Myrtle Springs, visited relatives here Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Benajah Peacock of Buena Vista, vested relatives here this week. Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Bolton of Americus spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. H.T. Arrington. Miss Emmie Baldwin returned Monday from a delightful visit to Oglethorpe and Marshallville. Miss Alice Wicker, a popular young lady of Montezuma, is vesting Miss Bessie Cheney. Mrs. Fannie Deraseau of Leslie came up Saturday to attend the burial of her father, Mr. H.C. Arrington. Misses Pearl Bridges and Jewell Murphy arrived Friday afternoon from Gainesville, to the delight of their many friends. Misses Lizzie and Callie Slappey returned to their home at LaCrosse Friday after a pleasant visit to Miss Eva Cheney. Messrs. Robert Glover and S.R. Bridges went over to visit friends and hear the commencement sermon. Mrs. C.H. Smith arrived on the afternoon train Thursday from New Smyrna and met with a warm reception from her Ellaville friends. Dr. Smith is expected in a few days. Misses Bessie Cheney and Susie Hall; Dr. Williamson and Mr. Robert Glover drove through the country to Montezuma Tuesday to visit relatives and take in the commencement. We are sorry to hear that Mays Scoville, who started with Dr. Smith to drive through the country from New Smyrna, Fla., has been prostrated by fever and is unable to travel. Misses Stella and Kittie Tison; Messrs A.J. Hill and S.C. Collins returned Monday from Reynolds where they attended commencement exercises, and enjoyed the hospitality of the good people of that progressive town. Miss Emmie Baldwin, a very lovely and attractive young lady of Ellaville, has been visiting the family of Mr. I.F. Murph. Miss Baldwin left Thursday, having made many friends while here.---Marshallville News. Dr. C.H. Smith arrived on the afternoon train yesterday, and has been busy shaking hands with his many friends who are delighted to see him again in Ellaville. We are glad to learn from him that Mays Scoville was well enough to come up on (the) cars with him to Americus. end # 25 The Schley County News Thursday, June 27th 1895 No. 26 The ladies of the Baptist Mite Society will give a festival in the park next Tuesday evening July 2nd to raise funds to finish paying for improvements on the church. The water tank has been placed in position in the tower and the hotel will soon be supplied with water throughout. Other improvements are being made on the hotel. A marriage of much interest to Ellaville people was that of Miss Nell Morgan of Americus to Col. W.P. Blasingame of Fort Valley, which took place at the home of the bride yesterday at noon. Judge H.H. Singletary made a shipment of 100 crates of peaches yesterday from his fine orchard at LaCrosse. Half were sent by express to New York and the others to New Orleans. The peaches were of the Early River variety that always bring good prices. NOTICE The King's Daughters will sell ice cream at the park Saturday afternoon for the benefit of the academy. MASONS MEET A Pleasant and Profitable Celebration Of the Festival of St. John The town was given over to the Masons Tuesday and it was one of the most pleasant gatherings Ellaville has ever known. An important meeting was held at the Masonic Hall immediately after the train arrived bringing Rev. J. B.K. Smith from Columbus, and from there the Masons marched to the grove near the Methodist church where a large crowd had assembled. A bountiful dinner was spread, and just as the table was cleared a delightful shower fell cooling the atmosphere considerably. The crowd sought shelter in the church and Mr. Smith, the orator of the day, faced a large audience and held the closest attention of every one throughout the delivery of his chaste and beautiful address. Mr. Smith has visited Ellaville before and his reputation for eloquence was well known; but the audience was hardly prepared for the masterly effort, the grand perorations, the sublime flights to which they listened with rapt attention for more than an hour. The speaker explained the origin of M! asonry, and made it very clear that it was implanted by the divine hand, and no amount of persecution or opposition had been able to impede its onward sweep. He pointed to the significant fact that every general in the Revolutionary (war) was a Master Mason except one, and that one---Benedict Arnold. He related touching incidents of its helpfulness to those in distress, and brought out the beautiful idea of a brotherhood, banded together for the purpose of reaching a helping hand to the unfortunate and lifting them out of the gloom into the light that never fails. Gentle with mercy, thrilling with compassion, every true mason goes out into the world to lift the burdens that oft times press cruelly and heavily on weak shoulders and it is their mission to bring about a spirit of peace and good will to men. NEW CITIZENS Mrs. V.B. Wall has moved her family to town and is occupying Maj. Baldwin's cottage on railroad street. We hope she will decide to build here and locate permanently. Misses Eva and Ruby will contribute greatly to social circles. PERSONAL NOTES Prof. J.D. Duncan was in town this week. Mr. Carl Murphy visited Americus Monday. Miss Ida Munro of Putnam, made a short visit to Ellaville Monday. Mesdames R.F. Williamson and Eugene Dixon vested LaCrosse today. Mr. G.C. Dyus of Englishville was a pleasant visitor to our town Tuesday. Mr. Fincher of Macon, is the guest of his friend Mr. S.R. Bridges this week. Mrs. J.N. Cheney returned Monday from a delightful visit to relatives in Atlanta. Mr. Jessie Stallings of Americus spent a day or two at the Peacock House this week. Little Miss Anna May Borum of Americus, is spending several days at the hotel. Several couples from town vested the pleasant home of Mr. G.W. Tison Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson Peacock of Buena Vista, visited relatives in Ellaville this week. Mrs. T.J. Myers and Miss Lillian Hart visited Mrs. J.B. Hudson in Americus this week. Prof. Steffer came down from Columbus Monday to assist his brother in the writing school. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Smith who have been visiting the family of Mr. John Snipes, returned to Cuthbert Monday. Messrs. W.B. Butt and R.L. Stokes were in Ellaville Thursday. Mr. Butt purchased a fine Jersey cow from Dr. Munro. Messrs. Horace Stewart and S.R. Bridges left today for Macon to enter the Georgia-Alabama Business College. Mrs. C.H. Smith attended the Woman's Missionary Conference in Columbus last week and received marked attention from that body. Messrs. W.D. Murray, A.J. Walters, J.R. Williams and H.S. Munro attended the funeral of Hon. Morgan McMichael at Buena Vista Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Georgia C. Williams arrived yesterday from Albany, and will spend some time with Col. and Mrs. J.R. Williams. We are glad to welcome her back to Ellaville. Miss Kate Williams, one of Ellaville's favorites, is receiving many complimentary notices on her efficient work as teacher in the Ebenezer College at Cochran. Mr. Robertson of Texas has been at the hotel for several days exhibiting a patent churn. There is much to recommend this new invention to housekeepers as it makes pleasant work of what is generally considered an irksome task. Call at the Peacock House and see the Robertson Suction Air Churn. Makes butter in minutes. DEATH OF HONORABLE MORGAN MCMICHIEL A great wave of sorrow swept over our town when the message came Wednesday morning that Morgan McMichiel was dead. That one in the flush of young manhood, with the laurels green on his brow, and the future rich in promises of usefulness should be stricken down with such startling suddenness, seemed inexpressibly sad. Mr. McMichiel was sick only a short time, and had constant attention of his devoted wife and four of the best physicians in Columbus, but medical skill was of no avail. He sank rapidly and passed away at 10 o'clock Tuesday night. His mother reached his bedside just as he was passing through the dark river, and throwing his arms around her spoke the one word "mother" then he was dead. Mr. McMichiel was reared in Schley County and began the practice of law in Ellaville. He was always kind and obliging, with a bright and cheerful nature that made him many friends. A few years ago he moved to Columbus and entered at once upon a lucrative practice. He filled ! offices of trust in the city and in '94 was elected to represent Muscogee in the General Assembly. Here he distinguished himself on many occasions, and was looked upon as one of the brainiest young men in the state. Mr. McMichiel is survived by a wife and little daughter, a large family of brothers and sisters and many relatives and friends. If sympathy can carry comfort to the stricken hearts in the shadow of this great sorrow it goes out to them from every heart in Ellaville, for truly "We can weep with those that weep." In the presence of a large concourse of sorrowing friends all that was mortal of brilliant Morgan McMichiel was interred in the cemetery at Buena Vista yesterday afternoon, and the clods that fell on the casket never tolled a sadder funeral. ANDREW CHAPEL It is decided that the Demosthenean society will have its funeral preached at the next meeting if the members don't come up to the By-Laws. Last Friday night was the regular meeting and was well attended, but none of the speakers were present. All who attended the entertainment at Mr. and Mrs. McGarrah's last Wednesday evening enjoyed it very much indeed. The entertainment was given in honor of Misses Roberts of Buena Vista. Several hours were pleasantly spent in social amusements in the parlor and at 10 o'clock the dining room doors were thrown open and every body was served to refreshments. Miss Eva Wall, a charming young lady who has been visiting relatives here returned home Monday. Misses Ozelia and Oniea Roberts, two of Buena Vista's prettiest girls who have been the pleasant guests of Miss Eunice McGarrah for several days, returned to their home Sunday. During their short visit they have made hosts of friends, and the man at Chestnut grove weeps bitter tears over their departure. A crowd of young people went fishing Friday. They fished all the after noon and never wet a hook. Another dry land fishing was enjoyed Saturday. Where is Spy? He must be dryed up on the stalk. We hear nothing from him now.- --Estelle. AN OLD ELLAVILLE BOYS SUCCESS In a paper published at Lake City, Fla. we find the following complimentary notice of "Jodie" Sears, a brother of our Dr. W.D. Sears. The friends of this bright young man will be gratified to hear of his success. Capt. W.J. Sears has been a student in the college for four years, beginning in the preparatory department and working his way through the successive grades with a great deal of determination until now he stands without a peer in the graduating class. Not only has he won distinction as a student, but has also climbed to the top round in the military department, holding now the responsible office of Senior Captain. Having appeared twice previously, each time scoring a success for the Bema(?), he now for a third time, on the eve of graduation is selected to win fresh laurels for his society. Capt. Sears is one of the few natural orators that this institution has produced. On several occasions he has manifested his powers of extemporaneous speaking to the students and faculty in a highly commendable manner. (Transcriber's Note: William Joseph Sears graduated from Florida State College, Lake City in 1895 and went on to study law at Mercer Univ. and Univ. of FL and practice! d law in Ga & FL and before the US Supreme Court in 1912, he was mayor of Kissimmee, FL for a period. He was elected U.S. Congressman for the Fourth Congressional District of Florida for 7 consecutive terms and lost the election for an 8th term. He was reelected in 1933 for two additional terms. He was a member of the U.S. Tariff Commission and a member of the Board of Appeals of the Veteran's Administration. He died March 30, 1944 and is buried next to his father at Rose Hill cemetery in Kissimmee, FL. More can be read about the Sears family @ http://www.rootsweb.com/~gaschley/migrate.htm ) NOT YET SETTLED Those interested in the Alliance store have as yet been unable to settle matters which have been so long pending. The case will come up again Saturday week in Americus. IN SOUTHERN HOSPITALS Some conception of the magnitude of the labors performed in the field and hospital service by the officers of the medical corps of the Confederate army may be formed by the consideration of the following general results: 1861----Killed 1,214----Wounded 4,054---Prisoners 2,772 1862----Killed 18, 582---Wounded 68, 659---Prisoners 48,300 1863----Killed 11,876---Wounded 51,313---Prisoners 71,211 1864-65----Killed 22, 200---Wounded 70,000---Prisoners 60,000 Total----Killed 53, 973---Wounded 194,026---Prisoners 202, 283 During the period of nineteen months, January, 1862 to July 1863, inclusive, over one million cases of wounds and disease were entered upon the Confederate field reports, and over four hundred thousand cases of wounds upon the hospital reports. The number of cases of wounds and diseases treated in the Confederate field and general hospitals were, however, greater during the following twenty- two months, ending April, 1865. It is safe to affirm, therefore that more than 3, 000, 000 cases of wounds and diseases were cared for by the officers of the medical corps of the Confederate army during the civil war of 1861-1865. The figures of course do not indicate that the Confederacy had in the field an army approaching 3, 500, 000. On the contrary, the Confederate forces engaged during the war, 1861-1865, did not exceed 600,000. Each Confederate soldier was on an average, disabled for greater or lesser period, by wounds and sickness, about six times during the war.---Galveston ! News. end # 26 The July 4th issue was but one page, with no local news. The Schley County News Thursday, July 11th 1895 No. 27 A LITTLE RESTING SPELL The Patriotic weekly editors observed the 4th of July and very few papers were issued last week. In taking this short respite the News followed a well established custom and no reasonable person will make any complaint about it. We learn that Hon. Morgan McMichiel had $4,000 insurance on his life. In United States gold coins, 90 parts are gold, 9 copper, and 1 silver. Capt. J.D. Little, a prominent young lawyer of Columbus, is a candidate for representative to fill the unexpired term of the lamented Morgan McMichiel. SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Miss Emmie Baldwin is spending some time in Columbus. The hotel is being papered and presents quite a handsome appearance. Mrs. Sam Wynn of Columbus visited her sister Mrs. A.J. Walters this week. Miss Sallie Mattie Williamson returned Tuesday from a visit to Friendship. Mr. W.Z. Burt of Buena Vista has been looking after business matters in the county this week. Mr. and Mrs. Hammett of Sylacauga, who have been boarding at the hotel for sometime, left last week for Buena Vista. Miss Eva Hodges, a popular young lady of Atlanta, is the guest of Miss Pearl Bridges. Miss Nell Davis will come from Americus to pay a visit to Mrs. Eugene Dixon. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Chapman of Columbus, Misses Carrie Lou McCook and Mattie Moulder are guests at the house of Mr. J.B. Williamson. Mrs. L.E. Tondee is entitled to the blue ribbon for the finest cabbage. It is immense and weighed seven pounds. Mr. G.M. Green was exhibiting a curiously formed irish potato yesterday that weighed two pounds. Mrs. I.L. Lindsay returned from a visit to Monroe county. She was accompanied by her father, Mr. J.H. Mott. An Epworth League will be organized at the Methodist church next Wednesday night. The pastor invites everybody to come out, especially the young people. (Transcriber's note: More on Epworth League http://www.southernmethodistchurch.org/id48.htm ) Efforts have been made this week to locate a mineral spring which years ago bubbled up cool and sparkling on Dr. Smith's place back of Maj. Baldwin's. The sand has washed over the place and search for water has so far been unsuccessful. A PLEASANT OCCASION The festival given by the Mite society of the Baptist church at the court house last week was a very successful affair in spite of the rain. There was a good attendance and all spent a most delightful evening. Besides the delicious cream and cake, a musical program was rendered by the Eclipse Band. A nice sum was realized from the entertainment, which will go towards paying for the Baptistry. DEATH OF A GOOD WOMAN Mrs. J.G. Snider died at her home near Ellaville Saturday morning at 10 o'clock. Her aged husband preceded her but a short time, and the death angel found her anxiously waiting to join the loved ones "Over the River." The deceased was a most estimable woman and was for many years a consistent member of the Methodist church. She leaves a large family of children and grand children to revere her memory. The burial took place at Hopewell Sunday morning in the presence of a large gathering. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved. INTERESTING SERVICES Dr. Griffin begun meeting at the Baptist church last Friday. The ordination of the deacons took place at eleven o'clock and (it was) a solemn and impressive service. Messrs. H.S. Lindsey and Fred Rainey were elected to fill these important offices in the church. Each service has been characterized by deep earnestness on the part of the pastor, and many good seed have been sown. Five members have been added to the church. WILL TAKE A REST While Prof. Collum was at Cumberland, the patrons of the Doyle High School met and elected him principle (principal) for another year. It was a well deserved compliment to a faithful teacher and the people of the community were greatly disappointed when Mr. Collum notified them that he could not accept the position, as he had fully determined to give up teaching for a year at least. The arduous duties of the school room have so impaired his health that he thinks this step advisable. Mr. Collum has built up one of the finest schools in this section and his place will be hard to fill. GRAND RALLY Farmer's Alliance & Industrial Union, Hopewell, July 17th. Resolved---Profoundly impressed and keenly alive to the necessity of a rehabilitation of the Farmer's Alliance and Industrial Union to protect the agricultural classes from the grinding and exacting greed of heartless monopolies and combines, we the central Alliance of Schley county, in regular session assembled; reconsecrate ourselves to its grand and noble principles and ask the cooperation of the farmers of Schley county to join us in our endeavors, that we may once more place our farming interests on that high and God given plane intended for the horny handed tillers of the soil. Resolved---That we have a grand rally and picnic at Hopewell Academy, Wednesday July 17th at 10 o'clock, and invite all friends in this and ajoining counties to unite with us on that day, we may have a reunion of the farming interests of Schley county and that all preexisting strife and predjudice be cast aside and all work for a common brotherhood. Resolved---That we respectfully request the Schley County News, People's Party Paper and all friendly to the Alliance to publish these proceedings and resolutions. All are requested to bring filled baskets. R.E.L. Eason, Pres. SCFA&IU Chas. R. Tondee, Sec'y. ATTENTION COMRADES Lowe, Ga., July 9th '95 Editor News: Will you please allow me through your columns to offer a suggestion to the surviving soldiers of the late war, those who went from Schley county. I am one of that number. While it has been a long time since our return home from the war, and while many of our comrades have since died yet there are a good many living, and I feel desirous of seeing them again, of meeting and spending a day together. I feel confident that all of these old soldiers would enjoy such a meeting, yea I believe all of them, even those who live in other states would gladly attend such a gathering, therefore I am in favor of a reunion of the soldiers in the near future and suggest that all soldiers and citizens who favor such a union meet at the court house in Ellaville at 3 o'clock P M Saturday, July 13th to consider the matter, formulate a program and make all necessary arrangements for the occasion. Very Truly, Old Soldier. STILL PENDING Co. C.R. McCrory, one of the leading attorneys in the case of the Alliance Store, gives us the following information concerning settlement last Saturday. The case was set for trial last Saturday. As negotiations were pending to settle, Judge Fish granted some time to see if this could be done. A proposition was made by the corporation to pay 25 percent on the unsecured claims which was accepted by about 85 percent of the creditors. It was understood and agreed that this should be paid cash. A judgment was taken overruling the motion for a receiver and denying the injunction of the sale of the goods by the Sheriff. When asked for the money after the judgment had been taken, Mr. John Collins, for the Alliance, said Mr. John Windsor had promised to discount some notes, but would not do so that afternoon as it was after banking hours. Tuesday Mr. Windsor refused to advance the money unless the firm of Windsor, Whatley, Hudson & Bro. were paid 100 cents on the dollar. This was refused by the corporation. Mr. Collins thinks he can raise the money. If so, the Sheriff will sell the goods under the mortgage of J. Kyle & Co. ! If not, then the case will be set for a hearing again, and the Judgment taken, set aside and annulled. PUTNAM PARAGRAPHS Miss Lillian McMichiel who has been visiting relatives in Buena Vista for the week will return home Saturday. Messrs. Morgan Collum, William and Nona McCorkle returned home Saturday from a visit to friends in Terrell county. Mrs. J.B. Ingram of Dawson, who has been spending the past week at the home of her father, Mr. J.W. Snipes of this place, returned home Saturday, accompanied by her sister Miss Pearl Snipes who will spend several weeks with relatives and friends in Dawson. A large concourse of people attended the funeral of Mrs. J.G. Snider Sunday. LEGAL ADVERTISING Georgia, Schley County. To whom it may concern: W.Z. Burt has this day, in due form, applied to me for permanent letters of administration on the estate of China Adkins, deceased, late of said county, and I will pass upon the said application on the first Monday in Aug. next. Given under my hand and seal of office the 11th day of June 1895. (Transcriber's Note: This is unsigned, but should have been by Philip E. Taylor, who was Ordinary at this time.) end # 27 File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/schley/newspapers/issues212218nw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 67.0 Kb