TALBOT COUNTY, GA - HISTORY Confederate Monument Bazaar Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm This file was contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com Georgia Table of Contents: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/gafiles.htm The Talbotton New Era Thursday, November 12, 1903 Page Six The Daughters of the Confederacy Plan a Bazaar for December and January Mrs. Jesse J. Bull presided over an interesting meeting of the Alice Beall Mathews chapter of the U.D.C.'s on last Friday. Ways and means were discussed for the erection of a monument to the memory of our dead and living heroes of the Confederate Army. Every heart and hand in this county is directly or indirectly interested in this cause. There is nothing more beautiful, more appropriate and more loyal than for the Daughters of the Confederacy to perpetuate their love by an enduring shaft. It was woman who buckled the armor of this holy war upon her loved one and with breaking heart, but unfaltering tongue bade him go and return not dishonored and followed him with such prayers that only a woman can utter. It was woman who tenderly cared for the soldier, nursed him in sickness. IT was woman who "cheerfully submitted to the privations of war, and as cheerfully accepted the result; it was woman who received loved ones wounded or dead," and in the hearts of these Daughters is an undying devotion which longs to prove itself in some material way. As the "anointed keepers" of the relics and deeds of the noble heroes, it is mete and proper that from their efforts a tribute of reverence should stand throughout the years, telling of valor, faithfulness and endurance. Col. O.D. Gorman made an eloquent address in which he commended the Daughters for their zeal and unswerving fidelity. A vote was taken for a Bazaar to be held in December and carried. The following committee was appointed. Managing Committee: Mrs. P.M. Weston, Mrs. J.M. Heath, Mrs. J.L. Dozier, Mrs. J.M. Mathews, Mrs. Elizabeth Spain, Mrs. E.L. Bardwell, Mrs. J.B. Douglass, Mrs. L.P. Freeman, Miss Nannie Raines, Miss Willie Carter, Miss Eugenia Wells, Miss Eleanor Beall, Mrs. H.J. Lawrence, Mrs. J.J. Bull, Mrs. Lynda Lee Bryan. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, November 26, 1903 Page Six Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan The proposed bazaar under the auspices of the United Daughters of the Confederacy is under splendid headway. The next circular letters printed by the New Era are winging their flight daily, and already generous responses are being made. From "our own" Dr. George Johnson Ford, of Moultrie, gave the initial donation. This was an exquisite fascinator of blue silk. In its delicate trimmings and filmy meshes one sees reflected the artistic soul of the giver. Accompanying this was a medallion of the Madonna. Dr. Ford expressed his devotion to the Daughters and loyalty to the noble women of Talbotton whom he remembers so tenderly. [Note:a fascinator was a lady's hair covering, usually hand crocheted, lacy and frilly, sort of like a small triangular scarf. Bobbie Bryan Coons] ******************** Altmayer & Flatau, of Macon, contributed one hundred ten cent cigars, dear to the heart of every man. From their dream-laden smoke many a "reverie of a bachelor" will be made and perhaps through their magical influence, the fate of many men and maidens will be decided. Theirs was a most highly appreciated remembrance, and the names of the whole souled lavish handed firm will be on every tongue. ******************** Mrs. Louisa A. Keller on household thoughts entered, remembered that we may live without poetry, music and books, "But where is the man that can live without cooks?" So she contributed a jar of fig preserves and a bottle of peach pickles. Thereby being all things to all people. "Sweets to the sweet" and pickle for the schoolgirls who find them a toothsome diet, that will make them "healthy, wealthy and wise." ******************** Miss Nannie Walton of Waverly Hall has given a bushel of sweet potatoes. Miss Walton knows the weakness of every "Georgia Cracker" and that there's nothing half so nice on long winter evenings as the roasted potato spiced with some savory joke or old time Southern dialect joke. ******************** From Georgia's noble governor comes a handsome remittance in money. This is doubly appreciated that the State's Chief Executor should pause in the busy whirl of his eventful life and remember the Cause, evinces how dear to the Southern heart is the Confederacy, and how eager every son and daughter are to contribute to its memory. We claim Gov. Terrell as our very "next of kin." ********************* Mr. Everett Neal has increased the bank account of the Alice Beall Mathews Chapter by a donation of money. Mr. Neal's gallantry to the ladies is proverbial and an appeal to him was never made in vain. ********************* The Merry-Go-Round contributed $19.30 in cash for which we give our sincerest thanks. We hope them much success. ********************* Mr. George Banner of Columbus sent in a cash contribution. His purse is as large as his heart. ********************* A contribution from the Atlanta Journal in the form of a subscription to the daily and semi-weekly Journal has been received. This is a beginning and everybody watches with interest the incoming mails, the freights, the express, the farm wagons, the handsome country equipages, for which Talbot County is so famous. All now have an eye single to the Bazaar that will bring to town the coveted shaft whose Parisian marble will tell the story of Talbot County's valiant heroes. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 3, 1903 Page Six Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan Before the New Era was dry from the press last week, there came remembrances from Mrs. Augustus B. Small and her daughter, Mrs. Clem P. Steed. The exquisite handwork, the soft blendings of the Christmas colors deluded us into thinking the holiday season was at hand. Mrs. Clem Steed will be remembered most pleasantly by a number of Talbottonians as Miss Eugenia Small of Macon, who brightened our town once by her charming presence. She is one of the Central City's most public-spirited young women. She is prominently connected with the Kindergarten movement. *********************** Macon's citizens are very generous to their little country cousin, Talbotton, and many pleasant remembrances are wending their way hitherward. Mr. Robert G. Jordan of Macon every loyal to his hometown, contributed money, without which, we can do. Nothing. *********************** The Willingham Furniture Company donated rocking chairs. Comfort and ease will reign supreme in the happy home of some "Darby and Joan", who will sit in their chimney corners telling of the sweet, unforgotten days, "when you and I were young, Maggie." ************************ A donation which will prove of inestimable comfort and protection when "bleak blows the blast of November" is the beautiful quilt sent by Hon. William C. Adamson. This is made of many thousand pieces which could fully represent the countless friends and admirers of our noble Congressman. The quilt has a history, which tells of a cruel fire, a homeless woman, and sweet charity. Lowell has said: "Who gives himself with his alms feeds three; Himself, his shivering neighbor and me." ************************ The Sarling Shoe Company of Columbus contributed a pair of shoes. The fame and popularity of this reliable firm is known throughout the land. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 10, 1903 Page Six Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan One Hundred Dollars! Just think of it! One Hundred Dollars at one time and in one cheque. In the language of the school girl: Magnificent! Stupendous! Grand! This magnificent donation came through Judge J.W. Weeks from the children of L. Strauss of New York. They are: Messrs. Oscar, Nathan and Isadore Strauss*, and Mrs. Hormione Kohns. Accompanying the cheque, was a letter, expressing tender remembrance of the friends who fought for the Confederacy. The name of Strauss is engraved in letters of gold on Talbotton's historic annals and cherished with tenderness in the hearts of her people. *Note - Isadore Strauss and his wife, Ida were the founders of R.H. Macy's Department Store in New York City. They perished when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Ida Strauss refused to leave the ship without her husband. They are featured in the movie, Titanic. ********************* Another contribution, in which Judge W.J. Weekes figures as the happy medium, was from Hill Bros. great millinery Emporium of New York. This world famous firm generously donated a large box of hats and fancy collars, which Dame Fashion pronounces the very latest in the department. Hill Brothers evidently possess the art of winning feminine hearts. It is safe to predict that the booth dedicated to Hill Brothers will be one of the most popular of the Bazaar. ********************* Judge W.B. Butt turned aside from the cares that infest the ermine, and bestowed his time, his blessing and his money upon our worthy cause. ********************* Mr. George C. Parker, our gifted court stenographer, of Columbus, can write cheques and good wishes, with the same ease and accuracy that he pens the words that weigh down the scales of fate and decide destiny. ********************** From far away Oklahoma comes a generous gift from the noble young lawyer, Mr. J. Frank Mathews. Mr. Mathews is one of Prattsburg's noble sons, and a brother of Miss Mary Mathews. He has prospered in his western home and won deserved political honors. Mr. Mathew's donation was ten dollars. *********************** Even the Lone Star State is lending a hand to aid us on to victory. From Judge Thomas B. Cox of Waco comes a cheque that is most gratefully received by his friends of the Alice Beall Mathews Chapter of the U.D.C. *********************** Mr. Jack Wimberly responded to the cry: "Come over and help us" with a generous promptness. He gave money. *********************** Mr. William Carlisle's cash contribution brought great good luck in its train, for no sooner had it been received than others followed fast and still more fast. *********************** Mr. James H. Walton's donation of a bale of hay is already the recipient of many bids. Up to the present time of writing it seems to be the most desirable of the Bazaar's "wares." ************************ From "way down on the Suwannee River" White Springs, Florida comes a generous cheque from Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Mobley. This handsome and noble young couple scatter good deeds all along life's pathway, and the sunshine of their happiness has brightened many hearts and homes. *********************** The busiest men pause to waft a message of cheer and a donation. Mr. W.D. Upshaw, "Earnest Willie", who swayed our town and county by his spirited eloquence and magnetism in the summer, added to the Alice Beall Mathews chapter by a very substantial renumeration. Mr. Upshaw passes his blessings so that all my share in the halo that surrounds his grand and consecrated life. *********************** Mesdames Hodge and Rumph, of Perote, Ala., proved the sisterly relations existing between the two states and donated money. Mrs. Rumph is the historian of the Union Springs Chapter U.D.C. ************************* One of the most appropriate gifts received it two pair of "Winnie Davis" shoes from Mr. Carles Johnson, vice-president of J.K. Orr Shoe Company. Mr. Johnson's name is synonymous with all that is generous and noble. ************************* Mr. C.H. Hyde of Jacksonville, Fla. sent a cash contribution. Such interest and aid from one who knows us only by "hearsay" is proof positive that ours is a sacred cause and approved by all. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 17, 1903 Page Six Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan The U.D.C. Christmas Calendar Dec. 21, Monday - Every loyal member of the Alice Beall Chapter and her best friend are requested to meet early in the morning to decorate Capt. Thornton's vacant store. Dec. 22, Tuesday - Daughters again expected to meet in conclave, to set their house in order. Dec. 23, Wednesday - Mesdames J.M. Mathews and E.L. Bardwell with able assistants, will have oysters on sale all day and far into the evening, for benefit of monumental fund. Dec. 24, Thursday - Mesdames E. J. Downs, P.M. Weston, J.M. Heath and a body of attractive young ladies will convince the tired Christmas shoppers that there's nothing half so refreshing as an oyster stew and a cup of steaming coffee - all for the monument you know. Dec. 25, Friday - Mrs. Jesse J. Bull with her engaging committee will prove that a Christmas Day without oysters will be as tame as Thanksgiving without turkey. And all of the lords of creation will firmly believe if there's anything in the world they do like better than one plate of oysters, 'tis three plates of oysters. Everybody in and out of town is cordially invited to call on the Daughters at Capt. Thornton's vacant store between Douglass & McGehee's and C.H. Mathews. ********************* The Alice Beall Mathews Chapter of the U.D.C. held an interesting meeting at the home of the president, Mrs. Jesse J. Bull, Friday afternoon. Mrs. Bull presided with grace and dignity. Mrs. J.A. Bryan read resolutions upon the death of Mrs. Susannah Ather, who was a faithful Daughter. Mrs. Algernon Jones Perryman in an easy conversational manner reported the meetings of the state convention held recently in Atlanta. *********************** Judge J. Henry Martin of Columbus is the initial name of the generous donors to the monumental fund this week. Judge Martin's handsome cheque was accompanied by such encouraging words, that the Daughters are not only grateful for the material aid it brings, but the reward of hope, the inspiration, the good cheer. *********************** Hon. S. Price Gilbert, one of Georgia's brightest, brainiest Solicitor-Generals, who is at present "knee-deep" in court work, generously tendered his cheque, and gallantly tendered a delicate compliment to woman's successive executive ability. *********************** Columbus, like an elder sister, is very gracious to us, and is forwarding donations by every mail. The Daily Ledger has contributed a year's subscription. The newspapers are giving valuable assistance. *********************** Miss Hines Raines tho' she may be far, she may be near, but always ever, the home interests are never forgotten, and so, from Clifton Springs, New York, this lovely young lady sends greetings and a cash contribution. ************************* Miss Julia Raines, although one of the busiest young women in all this fair southland, finds time from the labors of manual training, to waft us money from Greenboro's Normal College in North Carolina. ************************ Mrs. Euler B. Smith of Athens, is busy fashioning us some dainty gift, which like all Christmas remembrances is enveloped in a haze of mystery. ************************* Miss Eleanor Beall, whose exquisite taste is known far and wide, has donated a sofa pillow, the handiwork of her own fair fingers. ************************** Miss Jennie Beall McCoy's handkerchief will be typical of the donor, daintily sweet and pretty. ************************** Miss Lucy McCoy is planning a glad surprise in the dainty article she has promised. We bespeak something in keeping with this charming young lady. ************************** Mrs. J.M. Heath, who is noted for charm of mind and heart, united with rare good taste, will contribute something dainty and useful. ************************** Mrs. L.P. Freeman's donation will be "sweets to the sweet." The delicious candies will be among the most attractive gifts to the Bazaar. ************************** Mrs. H.B. Kimbrough, famous for everything that an ideal home affords, will donate something tempting and toothsome. ************************** Miss Marie Blandford will make life to some as "soft as downy pillows are," in the handsome sofa pillow she has contributed. ************************** Through Miss Marie Blandford, comes a substantial gift from Dr. Jennings, of Blakely. You may rest assured that with the accompanying name it is "free and unlimited coinage of silver, 16 to 1." **************************** Miss Katherine Smith's deft fingers will give to some airy, fairy material a "local habitation and name." ***************************** Miss Sallie Fannie Gorman's artistic soul is displayed in the bestowal of a beautiful Gibson picture. **************************** From Tallahassee's Hall of Justice comes a splendid remembrance of Judge Francis B. Carter, one of the ablest and most distinguished of Florida's gifted jurists. ***************************** Sternberg of Columbus has donated an elegant Renaissance door panel, which gives to the modern home its tone and beauty. ****************************** Mr. L. Brady Brown, of Ft. Valley, who is remembered by many Talbottonians so pleasantly, has sent to Judge J.W. Weekes a handsome table cover. ***************************** In addition to his cash contribution, Mr. Everette Neal has liberally donated through Mrs. Algernon J. Perryman, corn, peas, potatoes, syrup and "any other little thing that he can think of." If every citizen of the county will feel this interest, our cause would soon crystallize itself into a beautiful monument to the memory of our brave and valiant heroes. ***************************** Mrs. Fred D. Chapman of Butler, who we all know and love as Miss Pet Colbert will contribute a handkerchief. These lines of Lowell's are so descriptive of Mrs. Chapman, I can but quote them: "She doeth little kindnesses, Which most leave undone or despise For naught that sets one's heart at ease, And give happiness or peace, Is love esteemed in her eyes." ***************************** Mr. T.H. Martin, so well and favorably known in agricultural and fruit circles as authority, also a contributor to the New Era, remembers us generously with a contribution of fruit trees, mixed varieties. Smith Brothers, proprietors of the Concord Nurseries at Concord, Ga., through Mr. Martin donated fifty two year old Yates apple trees. We accept these with grateful appreciation, and believe that they will blossom and bear much fruit, not only to the purchasers but to the Alice Beall Mathews Chapter of the U.D.C. ****************************** The following beautiful letter is far more eloquent than any words of commendation from the Secretary. It comes from Mr. Bartow Blount, of Atlanta, and breathes a tender loyalty to "My Mother, My Country, My God." Atlanta, Ga., Dec. 14, 1903 Judge J.W. Weekes My dear Mr. Weekes: I am in receipt of the letter issued by the committee to solicit subscriptions for the bazaar to be held by the Alice Beall Mathews Chapter of the U.D.C. an (some of the sentence is blurred) mailing me this letter. I consider it a privilege to be allowed to contribute to such a cause, and only regret that my contribution is not in proportion to my interest in and desire for its success. I shall have the Blount Carriage and Buggy Co. ship to Messrs. T.A. Bardwell & Co., one of their best grade leather quarter top buggies, and ask that it be sold and the proceeds turned over to the treasurer of the Alice Beall Mathews Chapter of the U.D.C. Again thanking you for your kindness, I am, Truly yours, Bartow M. Blount ************************** The Daughters earnestly solicit the amount of $1.00, or its equivalent from every Confederate veteran in this county, this, with amount on hand will lead us far on the road to victory. This monument will have inscribed upon it the names of every confederate soldier of the county, living or dead. It is to the glory of Talbot County and her noble sons. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 24, 1903 Page Six Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan The friends of the Alice Beall Mathews Chapter of the U.D.C. are proving "Tis more blessed to give than to receive." Judging from the donations pouring in from every side. Eight states are new represented by beautiful tokens of loving remembrance. ************************ Mr. Charles Smith of Ypsilanti contributed the first ham. A giant it is too. Ypsilanti is one of the "garden spots" of the world. A visit to Mr. Smith's charming home impresses one that everything else grows in proportion to his ham. ************************** Mr. William Matthews of Ypsilanti sustained the enviable reputation of his section by a cash contribution through Judge J.W. Weekes. ************************** Mr. S.M. Mills who efficient work as an official of Talbot County glows on its historic pages in letters of living light, made a substantial donation in money. ************************** Mr. Oscar L. Stinson's cash contribution followed in the wake of Mr. Mills' and increased our bank account. Mr. Stinson is one of Talbot County's most public-spirited young men. ************************** From the golden shores of California, comes a large box of raisins the thoughtful remembrance of Miss Ida V. McDonald. Miss McDonald's mother was a Miss Maxwell of Talbot County, and sister to Mrs. M. Robins. We claim Miss McDonald and vote unanimously that she be a lifetime honorary member of the Alice Beall Mathews chapter of the U.D.C. at Talbotton. **************************** Miss Nannie Raines will donate a crate of Florida oranges. This will be a delicious and valuable contribution. Miss Raines is a loyal Daughter and gives to the chapter a faithful and devoted interest. ***************************** Miss Fannie McLaughlin has promised something "but like Santa Claus" coming it is enveloped in impenetrable mystery. **************************** Mr. Benjamin Beach and his noble sister, Miss Sara, have a pleasant surprise in store for us. This will be revealed on the 30th of December, when our county friends come in "bringing in the sheaves." *************************** Mrs. Walter Pleasant Watts, of Waverly Hall, whose generosity to her hometown has always been proverbial, contributed some beautiful damask towels, dainty and fine enough for a fairy princess. *************************** Mrs. J.T. McLaughlin, who combines beauty and utility in all that she undertakes, will prepare a delicious box of bonbons. *************************** Miss Jennie Lee O'Neal, whose deft fingers are as gifted with the needle as with the piano keys, will contribute something quaint and novel. ************************** Mrs. R.H. Bellamy of Ft. Mitchell, Ala., sent the daintiest, filmiest real lace collar, symbolic of her exquisite taste and charm. ************************** Again come responses to Miss Willie Carter's solicitations for aid to the Monumental Bazaar. Notice the generosity of Mr. James Lennard who fought bravely in the Civil War, losing one of his legs, in our "lost cause" now honors the ladies in their efforts for the monument by contributing money. He was one of Talbot County's brave sons but now makes Columbus his home. *********************** Mrs. Molly Williams nee Miss Melly Walton, formerly of Talbot County generously donated to our cause cash. *********************** Little Susie Ernest very sweetly contributed a handkerchief. *********************** Through the kindness of our friends we may soon see our marble shaft rise to perpetuate the memory of Talbot's brave sons. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, January 14, 1904 Page Two Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan The first on our honor "honor roll" this week is genial, whole-souled Mr. Tom Freeman. Through Mrs. Algernon Jones Perryman he contributed money. *********************** Through the influence of Judge J.W. Weekes, Gen. Clement A. Evans' attention was attracted to our efforts. He sent a bright, crisp new bank note. Gen. Evans' letter was a beautiful tribute to the loyalty and energy of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. ************************ Dr. and Mrs. Kenloe of Nashville, Tenn., made a cash contribution. Mrs. Kenloe will be remembered by many as Miss Ragland, who brightened Talbotton by her charming presence in the "days of auld lang syne." ************************* Mrs. Mary Andrews Ragland of Nashville donated some exquisitely dainty pin balls. ************************* Miss Mary Chapman of Prattville, Ala. remembered us with a fragrant sachet of baby blue. **************************** A needle book. That is what they call it. It looks rare like a sweet wild rose. Nesting in its soft, downy heart, is a tiny card, announcing with engrave dignity: "Sarah Francis Williams," Washington Street, Atlanta. This wee, winsome "Lady Beautiful" is the two months' old daughter of Mr. Fletcher Williams of Atlanta. *************************** While we are marveling at the many beauties emanating from the artistic soul and fingers, and inhaling their rare perfume, we almost forget, for the moment, our real end and aim, but the merry ring of Mr. Greer Maxwell's silver donation reminds us pleasantly that money is a very happy accompaniment to all the good things of life. **************************** A cheque bearing the illustrious name of Alexander Stevens, came to Mrs. Mary L. Richards from Atlanta. These hero names lend an inspiration and cause our hearts to swell with pride and patriotism when we see them on our records. ***************************** Mrs. Moss of Florida donated money through Miss Nannie Raines. Florida is very generous to us. ***************************** Mrs. Euler B. Smith of Athens made with her own deft fingers a unique Japanese Kimono of red bandannas. It will lend an added charm to some dark-haired dark-eyed Senorita. ***************************** Mr. Joseph Brown Wimberly of Max contributes money. The charm of Mr. Wimberly's donation was the generous and ready response with which he greeted Mrs. Mary L. Richards. "The Bazaar" loves a cheerful giver. ***************************** Belleview, the village of beautiful views and bright women, finds a prominent place on our list this week. The name of Mrs. Mellie McDonald stands clear and distinct for her gracious offering and tender words of encouragement. Mrs. McDowell writes that the shoes are to go towards "our monument". Would that every man, woman and child in the county could realize that this is "ours" and help us accordingly. *************************** A contribution of money from Mr. I.M. Wade, Sr., of Blakely, brings to light this interesting bit of reminiscence. Mr. Wade attended school at Collinsworth in 1851. Capt. Persons was a schoolmate. His teachers were: O.P. Anthony and W.S. Hill. Afterward he went to Athens and graduated at University in '54. After graduation he taught 'til war came on. He served three years in the army faithfully and was nominated for Ordinary of Early County in '64 while he was in the army, without even coming home. He defeated Joel W. Perry, a famous politician of that day. He is now Ordinary of Early County; never has been defeated, but sometimes prefers to teach and doesn't run. *************************** Mrs. Mary L. Richards of Max has been enthusiastic in her assistance, and many donations are credited to her influence. She also gave money. ************************** Mrs. E. Hinton McGehee contributed money. ************************** Mr. James Leonard cheerfully responded with a substantial cash donation. *************************** The West Talbot hens are waking up and coming to the front. Mrs. John Shipp remembered us with four dozen eggs. *************************** Mrs. W.S. Couch, whose brain gives out bright thoughts and heart gentle deeds, and hands many gracious and loving kindnesses, remembered us with her usual happy thoughtfulness. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, January 21, 1904 Page Two Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan The handsome buggy tendered by Mr. Bartow Blount, of the Blount Mfg. Co., of Atlanta has arrived. It is a rare and beautiful donation, for which the Daughters are deeply grateful. They hope to dispose of this to an advantage. ************************ Mr. John C. Carter of Florida, donated money. Mr. Carter spent some of his boyhood days in Talbotton, and when first married brought his bonnie bride to our town. He is now interested in many prosperous enterprises, both in Georgia and Florida. ************************ Dr. J.E. Flewellyn of The Rock made a cash contribution. We appreciate this evidence of interest and sympathy on the part of our sister county. We shall remember well and bear in mind every friend to our cause and may none not be found wanting! ************************ Louis & Hart of Chattanooga, Tenn. have donated a dresser of beautiful design, wherein we may "see ourselves as others see us." ************************* The Bazaar has been overshadowed by the continued illness of its noble and enthusiastic president, Mrs. Jesse J. Bull. But through it all she has been brave, loyal and true. And from her bed of affliction orders have been given, directions made with the skill and executive ability of a true general. ************************ Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Mound of Demopolis, Alabama gracefully tendered a silver sugar shell that suggests all sorts of pleasurable thoughts of a dainty wedding. The Alice Beall Mathews chapter of the U.D.C. is indeed appreciative of this pretty courtesy. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, January 21, 1904 Page Six Personal Items MONUMENT WANTED: The U.D.C. Chapter No. 576 has $500.00 cash to buy a Memorial Monument, Georgia material preferred. Send bids and designs to Mrs. J.J. Bull, President, Talbotton, Ga. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, February 11, 1904 Page Seven Personal Items Mr. Ben Hall held the lucky number and won the buggy which was put up to be drawn for by the Daughters of the Confederacy. 53 was the winning number. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, March 3, 1904 Page Six Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan The Alice Beall Mathews Chapter of the U.D.C. is still being remembered. From Fort White, Florida comes a contribution of $5.00, Mrs. O.R. Persons was the donor. There is something in a name, after all, Shakespeare, to the contrary Persons - it breathes a fragrance of all that is brightest, noblest, best in our county's annals. So when we tell of this generous token, it bears a message of loyalty and love. ************************* Mrs. F.B. Marshall of Winnie, Alabama sends greetings and a gracious donation of $5.00. Mrs. Marshall is a niece of Hon. James Marshall, another grand old county name that has been worn without abuse. We are exceedingly grateful for such courtesies, and feel that as each one comes to us that we are "one day nearer" the achievement of our heart's desire. ************************** Nearly everything donated to the Bazaar has been sold, but the more reason why we are "open" to other contributions. "Bring them in" from the east, and from the west; from the north and from the south. We shall give them a hearty welcome and a ready sale. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, June 30, 1904 Page Six Monumental Bazaar Notes By Lynda Lee Bryan A generous and timely gift of money to the Alice Beall Mathews Chapter of the U.D.C. was wafted from Mississippi by Dr. W.A. Drane. Dr. Drane is the brother of Mrs. Roderick Leonard, and is remembered throughout the county for his courtly manners and graciousness. Mr. Walter A. Baldwin was named in loving remembrance of this noble and great-hearted son of old Talbot.