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This file was contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by: Sarah Hutcherson ============================================================================== Humboldt,Tennessee----------Friday----------August 25th,1916 LOCAL NEWS--- Egbert Freeman was here Tuesday to attend the funeral of his brother,Wiley Freeman. Miss Nina Freeman,of Jackson,attended the funeral of her uncle,Wiley Freeman,Tuesday. The remains of MR.W.E.FREEMAN,who was killed in a boiler explosion at the plant at the Harlan-Morris Mfg.Co. in Jackson Monday,were brought here Tuesday and interred in Oakland Cemetery. J.H.Dement of Dyer,attended the funeral of W.E.Freeman here Tuesday. W.G.Sanderfer was struck by lightening Sunday evening and painfully injured. He had gone to the barn to see about some stock when it happened. A small boy saw him fall and called for help.He is still confined to his bed. RURAL ROUTE No.3---Mr.Ollie Jones and family and Mr.& Mrs.Luther Duffey attended the burial of Col. Rosamon at Gadsden Sunday. BRAZIL BRIEFS---Mrs.George Lane of Jackson,died last Friday and was buried Saturday at Zion.She was the mother of Hugh Lane of Jackson.The family once lived at Brazil. Born to Mr.& Mrs.F.Stott,on August 18th,a fine boy. Mr. Wiley Freeman, of Jackson, who was killed instantly in the explosion at the stave mill at that place Monday morning, was a brother of Mr. Ham Freeman, of this place, and once lived in Brazil. Mr.& Mrs. Joe McClaran attended the funeral of Wiley Freeman, in Trenton,Tuesday. Mr.& Mrs. J.A. Butler attended the funeral of Wiley Freeman in Trenton Tuesday. Miss Margaret Freeman & Mr.Ham Freeman went to Trenton to attend the funeral of their brother. INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---Mr.& Mrs.Walter Sanders are the proud parents of a fine baby girl. ROUTE 10,CROCKETT COUNTY---Henry ARNETT was buried at Cypress today. CROCKETT COUNTY NEWS FROM ALAMO---One of the little twin boys of Mr.& Mrs.Oscar Howell died Wednesday night. Lightening killed several horses in the storm here Tuesday afternoon, including two for Joe Nick Clark. WEEKS' DOINGS OF MEDINA PEOPLE---Mr.& Mrs.James A.Futrell have issued invitations to the approaching marriage of their dayghter,Grace Dennison,to Sidney Fletcher Hall,Jr., of Porum,OKLA.The marriage will occur on Wednesday evening,September 6th at their new country home "Oaklawn",west of Medina. Mrs.James Wallace entertained several relatives and friends with an elaborate dinner on Sunday in honor of her mother's (Mrs.Monroe House ) 80th birthday. The funeral service of Mrs.J.L.HOLLOMON,was conducted by Rev.R.L.Drake at Centerville Sunday afternoon.Mrs.Hollomon had been a sufferer for many months and her death came not as a surprise to relatives and friends.She was 62 years of age,and a devoted Christian from her childhood.She leaves her husband and several grown children. Humboldt,Tennessee----------Friday----------Aug.25th,1916--cont. Mr.James Madison Stone,of Denmark,has been a recent guest of his great-neice,Mrs.Fannie Cates,on East Church Street.Mr.Stone bears the distinction of being 103 years old and is still hale,hearty and active.He was born in 1812 during Madison's first administration as President and was named for him. BELLS R.F.D.No.3--- The many friends of Perry Casey will regret to hear of his death in Union City last week.The remains were buried at Rose Hill Cemetery,Humboldt.Perry was born and raised near Fruitvale. Arthur Casey was called to Union City last week on account of the illness of his brother. Mrs.Sallie Ann Permenter was thrown from her buggy one day last week and had her back sprained. One of Edgar Dungan's boys has malarial fever. Tallie Emison & Miss Lucy Casey were married Sunday evening. Mr.Henry Arnett,a well-known citizen of this section,died Monday at his home near Cypress Church of paralysis.He leaves a wife and four children.Burial in Cypress Cemetery. NEWS AMONG OUR NEIGHBORS--- Mrs.Henry Conley died at her home in the 7th District of Crockett County Sunday of last week. Curtis McDaniel and Miss Helen Norman of the 23rd District were married at the home of Esq.Couch in the 19th District a few days ago. Basil Agee and Miss Nettie Lipper of the Friendship vicinity were married at the home of Esq.Robertson,near the above named place on Wednesday of last week. Miss Ruth Teague died at the home of her mother at Dyer on Wednesday of last week.She was 14 years of age.The remains were buried in Good Hope Cemetery. Jacob Fushs,a farmer of the Milan vicinity,died at his home on Tuesday of kast week.He was a German by birth,but had lived in this country many years.He is survived by his wife and two children. The oldest house in Dyer was destroyed by fire one day last week the old building belonged to Miss Callie Carroll. Capt.,& Mrs.S.P.Reed had a family reunion at their home near Dyer last week in honor of Capt.Reed's 75th birthday. Clayton Mauldin Nunn & Miss Terra Goff were married at the home of the bride's parents,Mr.& Mrs.A.L.Goff in Bells,on Tuesday of last week.The groom is the son of J.C.W.Nunn. Humboldt,Tennessee----------Friday----------August 25th,1916---ANTIOCH & BAKER'S CHAPEL---Mr.& Mrs.Charlie Hyde of near Milan,attended the funeral of their little nephew,the little son of Mrs.Norman Preston,at Antioch Saturday. MR.ARTHUR WHITE died at the home of his step-father,Ed Martin,August 9th,and was buried at Antioch on the 10th.He leaves his wife and two little children. The Death Angel visited this vicinity last Thursday and took as its victim,Mr.W.E.BOND,aged 73 years.He was a member of the Baptist Church at Antioch,and was a good man.He leaves his wife and six children.Burial at Antioch. KENNETH LOUIS PRESTON,the little three year old son of Mr.& Mrs.Norman Preston,died last Friday morning at their home near Friendship.The remains were brought to Antioch Saturday morning and buried. LOCAL NEWS HAPPENINGS IN AND ABOUT TOWN---J.O.Love spent the first of the week at the bedside of his brother,Oscar Love,at Dyersburg,during the last hours of his life.Mr.Love died Tuesday. MRS.NANCY WARMACK,mother of R.N.Warmack,formerly of this city,died at her home in Jackson Monday.She was 73 years of age. THE DEAD---Colonel John W.Rosamon--well-known throughout the state as a promoter of better farming conditions and farm life,and one of the most useful citizens of this section,died at his home near Gadsden last Saturday.He was 73 years of age.(very lengthly story of his acheivements).The remains were buried in the Rosamon graveyard near the Rosamon home Sunday.He is survived by his wife;three daughters and four sons. OSCAR M.LOVE---formerly of Humboldt,and a brother of Jenor O.Love ,of this city,died at his home in Dyersburg Tuesday.Oscar was born in Trenton,the son of Dr.& Mrs.C.T.love,who died in Humboldt over 20 years ago.He was about 64 years,survived by his wife;two daughters,Mrs.Maude Payne and Mrs.E.W.Tatum. TENNESSEE NEWS BRIEFLY TOLD--- William Grantham,a farmer,aged about 60 years,was struck and killed by a south bound freight train at the depot in Covington at 8 o'clock last Friday. SANDERS'BLUFF ITEMS---Will Logan & Miss Ala Kent were united in marriage last Sunday. NEWS NOTES FROM SALEM---There was a wedding in this vicinity the 11th of August,uniting Doss Thomas and Edgie Hopper. SOCIETY---Mr.& Mrs.R.N.Warmack and daughter,Annie Laura,of St.Louis,were here Wednesday,the guests of O.C.Sharp and daughter,Mrs.J.W.McGlathery.They were enroute from Jackson,where thet attended the funeral of Mr.Warmack,s mother. Humboldt,Tennessee----------Friday----------September 1st,1916 LOCAL NEWS--- Mesdames Grey & Fowler of Florence,Ala.,attended the funeral of their sister,Mrs.H.J.Conlee,on Monday. Mrs.W.H.Clark of Union City,was a guest of Mrs.J.M.Moore Friday. MRS.W.H.CONLEE,aged 65 years,died at her home on Church Street after several weeks illness.The funeral was held at the Methodist Church Monday. THE DEAD---Paul Joseph Schneider,the infant son of Mr.& Mrs.Leon Schneider,died at the family home on South 17th Avenue Monday at 10 p.m.,after only only a feww days illness.The remains were laid to rest in Rose Hill Cemetery. INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---Mr.& Mrs.W.Z.Oliver are the proud parents of a fine boy born Sunday morning. Luster Gilly,12 year old son of Mr.& Mrs.Sam Fanning,died Wednesday after a short illness of congestion. DYERSBURG,TENN.,August 27th--A gruesome tragedy marred the Sabbeth of the little village of Roellan,when Charlie Green went home at midnight and found his mother-in-law,Mrs.Callahan,60 years of age,with her throught cut from ear to ear with a bloody razor beside her and her grandchild lying near by with it's throat also cut.Both bodies were lying in the backyard.The young couple were planning to move to Dyersburg,and this fact preyed upon Mrs.Callahan's mind,as she was fond of the 18 month-old child.She had said during the week that they would not take the little one away from her. LOCAL HAPPENINGS IN AND ABOUT TOWN---J.D.Mullins of near Atwood and Mrs.Dock Belew,of the same community,were married Wednesday. Hugh Bodkins,about 67 years old,died at his home at Cades, four miles north of Milan, this week. He was a lifelong resident of Gibson County; survived by his wife;one daughter,Mrs.Zoda Leach of Oakwood;one sister, Mrs.Jane Lowery of Crockett County.Interment in Concord Cemetery, eight miles west of Milan. AN APPRECIATION---Mrs.Georianna Oliphant Lane was born February 13th,1847;died in full triumph of the Christian's faith August 17th, 1925, in Humboldt,Tennessee, in the home of her daughter, Mrs.C.W.Jarrell.Mrs. Lane was buried in the Cemetery at Brazil August 18th, Rev. Duckworth conducting funeral services. Thirty six years ago, she was left a widow with two small children to fight life's battles. Nobly,she did her part.As one who loved her,will say to Hugh and Evadene, her children,press through life's battles as did your mother.--A Friend; Mrs.J.M. Bright of Gadsden. NEWS AMONG OUR NEIGHBORS---Miss Lola Anderson died at her home near Kenton a few days ago. She was about 30 years old. Mrs.Maggie Morris,wife of W.T.,died at the family home in Bells on Tuesday of last week. Humboldt, Tennessee----------Friday---- -------September 1st,1916 NEWS AMONG OUR NEIGHBORS---L.P.Pickard,an old and well-known citizen of the Good Hope Vicinity, died a few days ago,aged 70 years.His wife and three daughters survive him. Marion Thorton, 11 year-old son of J.T. Thorton of near Trenton, died quite suddenly on Tuesday of last week. The boy was only sick one day. The remains were buried at Dyer. Clyde Alexander of Bradford and Miss Annie B.Carter of Milan were married at the home of the bride's parents,Mr.& Mrs.R.H.Carter,on Thursday,August 31st.He is the son of Esq.J.S.Alexander. Henrietta Mitchell,a colored woman,who lives near Kenton,was run over by a freight train at Rives a few days ago and one of her arms cut off and her body badley bruised. SOCIETY--- The following invitation has been received by A.Y.Simmons to the marriage of John M.Fisher,an old Humboldt boy: "Mr.& Mrs.Alfred G.Williams request the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter,Winifred Frances,to Mr.John M.Fisher,on Monday evening,September 4th,at 8 p.m. at 9 Park Street;Norwalk,Connencticut." Mr.Fisher is a son of Mrs.Callie Fisher,formerly of Humboldt,but now of Washington,D.C. RURAL ROUTE No.10---Bob Patterson of east Humboldt & Mrs.Peggy Thomas of Alamo,are at present visiting in the home of their brothers,Zan,Berry,Kinch and their sister,Miss Sack Patterson,of this place.The three former have been married and reared families, all of whom are now marrioed and gone.The others have remained in blissful singleness."Old Father Time" while passing along, has been very kind in sparing these good people so long,and pages could be written extolling their honesty;intergrity and highstanding in the community.Their ages added together would be something near 500 years.They are the children of Captain Johnnie Patterson, deceased, of the Forked River Flat Bottom farm. Humboldt, Tennessee Friday January 9th, 1919 LOCALS---A son was born to Mr.& Mrs. Robert Dement last week. THE DEAD---Mrs. M.T. Moore died at the family home about four miles west of Humboldt last Saturday. She was about 69 years of age and had resided near and in Humboldt for most of her life.Deceased is survived by her husband; three daughters, Mrs.Carl Castleman, Mrs. Ewell Cates and Mrs. Edgar Yearwood, all of this vicinity. Burial in Rose Hill cemetery. INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---Fred Hazlewood and Miss Edna Pillow eloped to Jackson last Saturday, where they were united in marriage.They will make their home with his mother, Mrs.C.D. Hazelwood.She is the daughter of Mr.& Mrs. W.F.Pillow. H.H Bass returned Wednesday from Jonesboro,AR.,where he attended the funeral of his sister, Mrs.Mary Hinson. Born to Mr.& Mrs.C.B. Payne on last Sunday, a girl. Mrs. Sallie Rather,77 years old, died Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs.J.T.Thorn, after an illness of several weeks following a fall she had,suffering injuries from which she never recovered.She also leaves three other daughters and three sons. The body was forwarded to Holly Springd,MS.,where it was laid to rest beside her late husband. CROCKETT COUNTY NEWS FROM ALAMO---Mrs.S.E. Johnson went to Memphis last week to attend the funeral of Mrs.Dainwood. Mrs.Lillian Harber and daughter,Miss Ila Mai,of Chestnut Bluff attended the funeral of their aunt,Mrs.T.N.Skelton,Friday. Charles Kirk of Atlanta,Ga.,attended the funeral of his mother-in-law, Mrs.T.N.Skelton Friday. Born to Mr.& Mrs.George Pigue on Jan,5th,a daughter. Mrs.T.N.Skelton,after long months of intense suffering with a malignant cancer,quietly breathed her last late Thursday afternoon at her home.Her daughter,Mrs.Marie Kirk of Atlanta,was continually at her bedside and shared attendence with her father,who is now heart broken over the passing away of his dear life companion. Her remains were laid to rest in the Alamo Cemetery. WEEKS DOINGS OF THE MEDINA PEOPLE---The Death Angel visited the home of Mr.& Mrs. Charles Allen, December 25th, 1919,and took from them their oldest daughter, Lucille. She had been sick about a week, her death being caused by pneumonia. She is survived by her parents; four brothers; ne sister, many relatives and friends to mourn her death.She was sixteen years, one month and sixteen days old. The remains were laid to rest at Antioch Cemetery Friday afternoon. Humboldt, Tennessee Friday January 9th, 1920 NASHVILLE,TENNESSEE,Jan.5th.--John Allison,f ormer Judge of the Chancery court of this County,writer of historical subjects and friend of the late Theo. Roosevelt, dropped dead at his front gate this morning.he was born in Jonesboro, TN., over 70 years ago. He became Secretary of State in 1884 and later served as Chancellor here for 16 years,retiring in 1918. IN MEMORY of Frankie Raines Craddock---On the evening of January 3rd,1920,while the shades of night were gathered over the land,the Death Angel hovered over the home of Mr.& Mrs.Jesse Craddock and claimed for its victim,the sweet spirit of their baby girl.The little remains were laid to rest in Collinsworth Cemetery. RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT---Whereas,on Saturday,December 27th,1919,it pleased our heavenly Father to call home to her reward our beloved friend,sister,and co- worker,Mrs.Eulalia Hamilton:--Adopted by the Woman's Auxiliary of the Presbyterian Church, U.S.A. at it's regular meeting,Monday,January 5th,1920. COMMITTE---Mrs. Jno.T.Harder;Mrs.B.S.Penn;Mrs.Claudia Keenan. SOCIETY---The home of Mrs. Alice Key, near Brazil,was the scene of an unusually pretty wedding on Thursday evening, when her daughter became the bride of Mr. Turney McCullough of Brazil. BAD ROADS DENY DYING WOMAN MEDICAL AID--- Newbern,TN.,Jan.7th.--Owing to the bad road condition in the bottom district near Ayers,this county,it was impossible for a physician to see a sick patient.Mrs.Addie Stanfield died in that section with congestion.Burial was made at Fowkles. Humboldt,Tennessee Friday January 16th,1920 VolumeXXII No.3 LOCAL NEWS---Henry Freed and wife ,of St.Louis,attended the burial of Mrs.J.Freed at Jackson last Friday.Mr.& Mrs.Freed spent several days with Misses Katie & Helen Freed,at this place. Walter Burkett and Miss Lubie Sanderfer,of this city,were married in Humboldt last Friday evening.He is the son of Mr.& Mrs.E.Burkett of Eaton.She is the daughter of Mr.& Mrs.W.G.Sanderfer of this city. Mrs.J.Freed died at her home on Eaton Street last Wednesday morning after a lingering illness.Her remains were taken to Jackson Thursday,services were held Friday.She was about 69 years of age,born in Germany,but for many years has been living in this city.She was the mother of 13 children,11 of whom survive her:Henry of St.Louis;Dr.Fred of New York;Edgar,anattorney of Portland,Oregan;Junie Freed and Mrs.A.Touchfeldt,both of Jackson;Leo,Abe,Sylvane,and Misses Katie & Helen Freed,all of this city. PASSES TO REWARD---The sad news reached Humboldt Wednesday morning that Mr.Ernest Coulter had died at his home in Monrovia,Calif.,and that the remains would be brought to Humboldt for burial.He was married here to Miss Lela Fox,a number of years ago,and made frequent visits to Humboldt.He is survived by his wife,who will accompany his remains home. INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---Mrs.J.T.Thorn returned Tuesday from Holly Springs,Miss.,where she had accompanied the remains of her mother,Mrs.Sallie Rather for burial. Mrs.Lillie Copeland,wife of W.R.Copeland,died Monday of pneumonia.She leaves her husband and six children. IN MEMORY---of Mrs.Sallie A.Rather--On last Wednesday,just a few minutes before the hour hand reached 2 o'clock,at the home of her son-in-law,John T.Thorn,she answered the summons to appear before the Court of Glory.She lived for many years in Holly Springs,Miss.,and she always looked upon it as her home,her remains were taken there for burial. THE COURIER-CHRONICLE VOLUME XXII No.4 HUMBOLDT,TN FRIDAY JANUARY 23rd,1920 ------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ---------. ---LOCAL NEWS--- Mrs.DAVIES, mother of Mrs.C.C.COOK,died in this city last Sunday afternoon.The remains were taken to Cleveland,Ohio Tuesday morning for interment.She had made her home here with her daughter for the past year.She also leaves a son. ---DEATH---On Monday,Mrs.Howard FOLTZ received a telegram informing her of the death of Mrs.Julia HAWKINS,which occurred at the home of her daughter,Mrs.May L.MURRAY at Commerce,Texas.The remains were brought to Brownsville and laid to rest there after funeral services in the home of Miss Sallie BOND. Mrs.HAWKINS was born in Brownsville in 1842 and lived at that place until 1900,when she came to Humboldt to make her home with her daughter,Mrs.MURRAY.In 1908,they moved to Memphis,after which they moved to Commerce,TX. ---DEATH---Mrs.Lala FOX COULTER arrived here from Montrovia,CA.,Wednesday morning with the remains of her husband,Ernest COULTER.After a brief service at the home of Mrs.Willie DUNGAN,the body was buried in Rose Hill Cemetery.Mrs.COULTER is a sister of E.L.FOX,Mrs.Cors THWEATT and Mrs.Willie DUNGAN,of this city and was reared in Humboldt. ---CROCKETT COUNTY NEWS FROM ALAMO---All the friends of Mrs.Jim THOMPSON deeply sympathize with her in the loss of her sister, Mrs. STANLEY which sad event occurred at her home in Maury City Sunday night. J.B.JONES,of Kingsland,Ark.,attended the funeral of his father-in-law,Mr.T.WORRELL,here last Tuesday,returned home Friday. Mr.& Mrs.Ike JETTON,of Maury City,celebrated their 50th anniversary last Monday.W.A.JETTON of Okla.was here for the occasion. Mr.& Mrs.E.S.MURPHY are rejoicing over the arrival of a sweet daughter,which happy event occurred last week at Citronville,Ala.,where Mrs.MURPHY and the spending the winter. --- INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---Robert HARGIS,aged 27,died last Saturday at his home north of town,after a short illness of pneumonia.He leaves his wife;four small children;three brothers;and a sister.The funeral was held at the Methodist church,after which the body was laid to rest in White Rose Cemetery Sunday. Mrs.BLACHSTOCK of Sharon,attended the funeral of her nephew,Bob HARGIS Sunday. Born to Mr.& Mrs.R.T.DeBERRY,a fine girl,Friday,January 16th. Born to Mr.& Mrs.W.W.POWELL,a fine girl. Born to Mr.& Mrs.S.P.HAMILTON,a 13 - pound boy. Mrs.Mary MORGAN fell last Saturday night as she walked off the porch and received injuries from which her recovery is doubtful,owing to her advanced age. James MOORE,of Texas,surprised his nephew,P.H.WEST,by paying him a visit.This was the first day they had met in 23 years. ---LOCAL HAPPENINGS IN AND ABOUT TOWN---Robert JAMES left Tuesday for Huntsville,Ala.,where he has accepted a position with the First National Bank. Arthur CURRY left the first of the week for Rochester,Minn.,for treatment under Mayo Brothers.He is suffering from a tubercular hip and expects to undergo an operation. Dr.Raymond D.HENDERSON,after having received his discharge from the medical corps of the Army,came up from Memphis and spent the weekend with his parents,Mr.& Mrs.E.M.HENDERSON. ---SOCIETY---A wedding was solemnized Sunday morning at Oak Grove Church,the parties being Miss Florence Lee BLEDSOE,daughter of Mr.& Mrs.R.M.BLEDSOE to James Aubrey GORDON. Mr.& Mrs.Homer C.HUNLEY & mother,Mrs.Mary L.MURRAY,spent Thursday in Humboldt,the guests of Mesdames F.X.FOLTZ and H.J. FOLTZ,while enroute from Brownsville to Commerce,TX.They had accompanied the remains of their grandmother and mother,Mrs.Julia HAWKINS to Brownsville for interment. Born to Mr.& Mrs.Leon JONES on Sunday,January 18th,a son. Born to Mr.& Mrs.George Johnson on Thursday,January 22nd,a daughter. ---COXVILLE ITEMS--RFD #10--CROCKETT COUNTY--- Mr.John HARPOLE,who was reported ill last week,died and was buried in Hollywood Cemetery,Jackson,TN on THURSDAY. AN unusually sad accident occurred at Cross ROADS Church,in the 5th District of this county,last Saturday,when Mrs.HART,with her little girl went to church nearby for the purpose of cleaning the church,to make the room more comfortable kindled a fire,using gasoline on the flames instead of oil.The flames flashed out,ignited their clothing,death ended their suffering in a few hours.She leaves a heartbroken husband and two small children. -------------------------End of January 23rd issue-------------------------- ________________________________________________________________. THE COURIER-CHRONICLE VOLUME XXII No.5 HUMBOLDT,TN FRIDAY 30th JANUARY 1920 _________________________________________________________________. ---MARRIAGE LICENSES--- S.B.REED to Clara J.FRY Vernie B.JONES to Eva CARTER Charley WHEELER to Claudine WILLIAMS Felix BRYANT to Jennie WILLIAMS Earl Sylvester OTTINGER to Ora Lee RAMSEY J.E.TUCKER to Nellie M.STOVER C.P.WHITE to Florence GREEN Grady L.MALLARD to Lucy Belle CRAVER --- colored---Joe SANFORD to Mollie DELOCK Simon SIMPSON to Ola BUFFIN Muggins HOUSE to Bessie BALLENTINE ---REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS---T.W.BACHELOR to J.F. SUMMERS; 1/2 acre in 7th District $50. ---CONDUCTOR MET DEATH AT MILAM- -- Memphis,TN. January 28th--The body of Albert PIERCE,48,who was instantly killed yesterday morning at Milam,TN,when he was crushed under the wheels of the L.& N. freight train on which he was conductor will be laid to rest, services from the residence,655 Leath Street,burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery. He met his death at 6:45 a.m. while directing the switching of a cattle car attached to his train.Hanging onto the side of his train,he was knocked off when his body struck a cattle chute which protruded toward the track.He was virtually decapitated and his body otherwise mangled when the wheels of several cars past over him. The victim had been in the employ of the L.& N. railroad for 25 years. Besides his wife,Mrs.Pearl PIERCE;the deceased is survived by five hildren;William,Robert,Thelma,Juanita and George PIERCE;his parents,Mr.& Mrs.T.M. PIERCE of Paris,TN.; a sister,Mrs.Jim TERRY of Paris,TN.;and five brothers,Herbert,Hubert,Lee and Campbell PIERCE,all of Paris and Paten PIERCE of Memphis. ---CROCKETT COUNTY NEWS FROM ALAMO---Miss Virginia AUSTIN,of Maury City,was with homefolks last weekend and attended the funeral of her grandmother. Bro.BAKER,of Dyersburg was here Monday to conduct the funeral of Mrs.M.A.AUSTIN. Mrs.Ike WRAY,of Memphis,attended her father's funeral here Sunday. Mrs.Arthur KELLY & twin children,of DYERSBURG,attended the funeral of their grandmother,Mrs.M.A.AUSTIN Monday. Raymond AUSTIN,of Nashville,was here to attend his grandmother's funeral. Our Community is in deep sorrow this week on account of the passing away of two of our oldest and best citizens; Mr. Al WAINWRIGHT and Mrs.M.A.AUSTIN. This makes four deaths of old people here this month, Mrs.SKELTON,dying on the 1st; and W.W.WORRELL,the 11th. One by one all are crossing over. ---INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---The infant son of Mr.& Mrs.S.P.HAMILTON died Sunday.The funeral services were held at the residence Monday afternoon ,after which the body was laid to rest in White Rose Cemetery. Mrs.Emma GRAY died at a hospital in Jonesboro,Ark.,last Sunday. Services were held at the Baptist Church at Jonesboro Monday.Mrs.GRAY was formerly Mrs.Matt HUNT,and was an aunt of H.N.THARP,of Humboldt. Mrs.John Hale JACKSON is visiting a new neice in the home of her sister,Mrs.Hobart JACOBS in Paris. Uncle Serge DONALD,a respectable old negro,died at his home near here Thursday morning. ---LOCAL HAPPENINGS IN AND ABOUT TOWN---Emile SNYDER,of Trenton,spent Monday evening here,the guest of his brother,Leon SNYDER & family. ---BETHPAGE,TN.,Jan.24th--Miss Lillian WILLIAMS,15 years old,daughter of Mrs.Callie WILLIAMS,jumped from a train running 15 miles an hour at Bledsoe,four miles above here,this 7 a.m.She was badly hurt and was carried to Gallatin for medical attention. ---TREZEVANT,TN.,Jan.24th--Thomas HARDY, a prominent citizen of the 7th District of this county, attempted to commit suicide a few days ago by drawing a razor across his throat, cutting two large gashes almost to the jugular vein. His attempt did not prove fatal and he was later found insane and has since been carried to Bolivar. He has a wife and several small children. ---LENOIR CITY,TN.,JAN.24th--L.L.MILLS and his wife was shot and killed from ambush here last night, and their daughter, Mrs. Tom PHILLIPS and one of her children barely escaped with their lives. Tom PHILLIPS, the husband is being sought by a possee as the slayer. --- SOCIETY---Luncheon and shower given in honor of Miss Louise WARMATH,whose marriage to Dr.Thomas A.NOONER occurred on November 19th,was given by the Sewing Club,Mrs.Harry LOVE,hostess,at the home of Mrs.Clem HAMILTON. On Thursday,Miss Elizabeth DONOVAN complimented Mrs.Mary Jane SALISBURY with a dinner in honor of her 80th birthday. Mr.& Mrs.Hal ADAIR returned Tuesday from Gates,TN,where they were called on account of the death of her father,Mr.WELLS. Born to Mr.& Mrs.John BUCKNER on Tuesday,January 20th,a son. Born to Mr.& Mrs.W.L.BROOME on Wednesday,January 21st,a son. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- THE COURIER-CHRONICLE VOLUME XXII No.6 HUMBOLDT,TENNESSEE FRIDAY FEBRUARY 6th 1920 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- ---MARRIAGE LICENSES---Robert RICHARDSON to Thelma WATSON Toy LOUDON to Laura STROUD J.R. HUGHEY to Hattie FLOWERS G.W.FREEMAN to Willie BARNES ---colored---Pearl RICHIE to Maggie ELLINGTON Leslie HARRIS to Ivie D. BROWN ---CROCKETT COUNTY NEWS FROM ALAMO---Mrs.Jno.W.LOWERY,of No.7,died Thursday,after several weeks' illness of bronchial pneumonia following measles. Mrs.Alice BROWN,after being here three months during the illness and death of her mother,Mrs.M.A.AUSTIN,returned to her home at Tampa,Fla.,last week. G.L.BENNETT was in Dyersburg last Thursday having his lame leg examined.The physicians fear it will have to be taken off above the knee,if he gets any surcease from the pain,as the bone has been diseased. --- THE DEAD---Mrs.Jane HICKS,aged 70 years,died at the home of her neice,Mrs.JONES on 18th Avenue,Wednesday at 5 p.m.,after a lingering illness.The remains were laid to rest in Rose Hill Cemetery. ---LOCAL HAPPENINGS IN AND ABOUT TOWN---Walter WALSH,of Witchita Falls,Texas,is here the guest of his brother,Hon.T.J.WALSH and family. Hugh D.NEILSON spent the week,guest of his brother,Dave NEILSON at Nashville. B.H.WHITLEY died at his home in Memphis Friday,January 30th,and the remains were carried to Union City for interment Sunday.Mr.& Mrs.WHITLEY lived in Humboldt with their daughter,Mrs.E.B.JOHNSON,until last September,when they moved to Memphis,where Mr.WHITLEY was engaged in the grocery business. ---BELLS,TENN.,FEBRUARY 3rd-- -Mrs.Henry MOCKBEE died Tuesday morning at Bolivar,and the remains were brought to Bells and interred in Bellview Cemetery.She is survived by her husband and one child. ---WALNUT GROVE NEWS---Toy LOUDON and Miss Laurs STROUD had a quiet wedding ceremony performed Sunday afternoon. ---CARD OF THANKS--- We wish to thank our friends for the many acts of kindness during the illness and death of our daughter and sister,Erma Lillian.---Mr.& Mrs. M.L.HUNT, Ernest HUNT, W.R.McHANEY. GIBSON,TN Feb. 5th,1920. ---INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---The Death Angel has visited our community again and taken two of our neighbors and loved ones.On Sunday morning,the spirit of Miss Irma HUNT took its flight to the brighter world.She leaves her parents,Mr.& Mrs.Luther HUNT;brothers,Ernest, of Union University,Jackson,TN ,and Hon.W.R.McHANEY,of Conway,Ark. The funeral services at the Baptist Church,the remains taken to Elrad for burial, and en route another sad procession joined them. --- Mrs.Eunice GOFF,the double first cousin of Irma,and wife of Murray GOFF,had Monday evening of influenza. The double procession moved on to the home of Esq. J.H.HUNT, who was unable to leave his room,and both bodies were taken in for him to see.They then went to Elrad for burial in that cemetery.Mrs.GOFF was the daughter of the late Mr.& Mrs.Brown HUNT.Besides her husband;she leaves a son,Gay;a daughter, Elizabeth; two sisters,Mrs.Edward ATTICK,of Jackson; and Mrs.Mai FOUST; two brothers,Marion & Grady HUNT. Mr.& Mrs.G.T.JACKSON have returned from Malesus,where they have visited their daughter,Mrs.Flenoy HICKS,who is the proud mother of a fine baby girl. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- THE COURIER-CHRONICLE VOLUME XXII No.7 HUMBOLDT,TENNESSEE FRIDAY FEBRUARY 13th, 1920 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- ---MARRIAGE RECORDS---. Roy MILLER to Fannie McCULLY R.W,MOORE to Dovie HICKMAN I.P.PARTEN to Jennie PATEN Arthur FREEZE to Macy AREY W.H.GRIGGS to OZIE YARBROUGH Earl D.RABALD to Ruth E.FULLER Fonzie MARTIN to Macy CARUTH George BASS to Mary WILLIS Wm.BETHSHARES to Tennie ROBERSON ---REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS--- George HUTCHERSON to ADOLPH FUCHS,interests in 80 acres in the 13th District. ---LOCAL NEWS---Mr.& Mrs.Jihn R.FOSTER announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter,Zora Loving FOSTER to Harry JONES of Memphis in March. K.C.GORDON and Miss Annie HIGGINS were married in Nashville on Monday,Feb.2nd. Mrs.W.E.SEAT entertained at her home last Monday evening.it being the celebration of her husband's 69th birthday. Earl RABALD,of Bowling Green,Ky., and Miss Ruth FULLER of this city were married at the home of the bride Tuesday morning. ---LIVE NOTES FROM FRUITLAND---Mrs.Fred Estes is very sick with measles and pneumonia at the home of her father,C.H.HARDISON. Finis & Herbert JONES attended the funeral of their sister,Mrs.Buren ORR at Dyer Thursday. ---DAVIVSON CHAPEL NOTES---The infant of Mr.& Mrs.Alpha DAVIDSON was buried in Davidson Chapel Cemetery Saturday afternoon. Mrs.DAVIDSON, who has been very low is improving slowly. Mr.& Mrs.MANNER,of Milan,was called to the bedside of their sister, Mrs.DAVIDSON Saturday. Wade GRIGGS and Miss Ozie YARBROUGH were married Sunday afternoon. ---COXVILLE NEWS---Mr.& Mrs.S.L.COX are the proud parents of a fine girl. ---THE DEAD---.Another old ex- Confederate soldier has been called "across to rest under the shade of the trees." At the home of his son in Memphis last Tuesday morning,the spirit of William E.WRAY broke loose from its earthly casket of suffering and returned to his good Father. Interment in Bellview Cemetery.William WRAY was a brother of Mack WRAY of Humboldt. ---MORE COXVILLE NEWS---Thomas LIPSCOMB of Gadsden,was buried at Center Church Cemetery Sunday.He had been in poor health for some time and was found dead Saturday morning. ---COLORED DEATHS OF THE WEEK--COMPILED BY BODKIN & SON,Undertakers---Eva ARMSTRONG,colored,aged two years, died of influenzia, Thursday morning. Sam JONES,colored,age 23 years,died Thursday night of tuberculosis. ------------------------End of February 13th, 1920 issue---------------- The COURIER-CHRONICLE VOLUME XXII No.8 HUMBOLDT,TENNESSEE FRIDAY FEBRUARY 20th,1920 ___________________________________________________________. ---LOCAL NEWS--- Mr.and Mrs.J.A.BELL died at their home a few miles from this city Sunday,after a short illness of pneuminia.Interment was in Davidson Cemetery. ---CROCKETT COUNTY NEWS FROM ALAMO---Mrs.FOLLIS,mother of Lee FOLLIS,died at her home near Center last Friday and was buried at Center graveyard Saturday morning. ---IN LOVING MEMORY---On last Tuesday morning,just as the hour hand of the clock pointed to six,death entered the home of Mr.& Mrs.A.N.BUTLER and took their darling son,Odie.He had first measles,then pneumonia. ---GONE HOME- --On Friday,February 13th,1920,the Death Angel visited the home of Mr.A.LEWIS,and took away the beautiful wife and mother.She was born in the year of 1885 and married Mr.LEWIS in 1907.To this happy union were born three boys and one girl. She leaves two loving sisters,Mrs.Jim FOLLIS and Mrs. Tom MAY, and one brother, J.A.BROWN. Her funeral was held at her home Church,Oak Grove. ---DEATHS OF THE WEEK--COMPILED BY BODKIN & SON- Funeral Directors. JOHNSON--At 9 o'clock Saturday night,Feb.14th,at the family residence at Avondale cotton mill,G.M.JOHNSON,husband of Esta JOHNSON,in the 33rd year of his age.Survived by his wife and four children.Interment in Rose Hill. ROWLETT--Sunday night,Feb.15th,at family home in Medina,John T.ROWLETT,Jr. He is survived by his parents,his wife.four brothers and one sister.Interment in Mt.Zion Cemetery. WALKER-colored-Saturday night at 11:30,Feb.14th,at her home on Mr.T.L.NELSON's farm,Cora WALKER.Burial in Jones Grove. RAGAN-colored-At his home 4 & 1/2 miles from Humboldt, Sunday,Feb.15th,at 12:30 p.m. John RAGAN,86 years of age.Survived by four boys and three girls. Interment in Salem Cemetery. ---DAVIDSON CHAPEL NOTES---A dark cloud of sorrow casts its mantle of gloom over our community Sunday, when the Death Angel visited us and claimed for its first victim,Mr.Joe A. BELL.Just eleven hours and 20 minutes after his death,his wife,Mrs.Mattie SKILES BELL, passed away.They were buried in the same grave in Davidson Chapel Cemetery,Monday.They leave two children,six grandchildren.two brothers and two sisters. ---THE DEAD---On Thursday,January 29th,the angel of death visited the home of Mr.& Mrs. Walter FOUST and took away their baby girl,age one year, eight months and twelve days, Donnelle. ---WALNUT GROVE NEWS--6th DISTRICT---Floyd,the fourteen year old son of Mr.& Mrs. George WADE died Monday afternoon,after a brief illness of influenza and pneumonia. ---WEEKS DOINGS OF MEDINA PEOPLE--ROWLAND death already reported except cause of death-a brief illness of pneumonia. --- COXVILLE ITEMS--RFD #10--CROCKETT COUNTY---Mrs.SPITZER of Bells,mother of Mrs.Shady HOOPER of the Salem community,was buried in the Salem Cemetery Tuesday. Mr.Joe BLACK,of near Salem,has been confined to his bed for a week or so,suffering from a general breakdown. ---SOCIETY---A wedding on Sunday in St.Louis ,when Miss Esther McFARLAND and Coleman L.NICHOLS were united in marriage.She is a daughter of Mrs.Esther G.McFARLAND of this city.He is the son of Mrs.Sallie A.NICHOLS of Humboldt. Miss Meazy MARONEY and Eugene JOHNSON of this city were married last Saturday evening. Mr.& Mrs.W.S.DOLLAR of Friendship have been called here to the bedside of her father,E.M.LAY,on Route 7,who is dangerously ill with pneumonia. End of February 20th 1920 issue. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- THE COURIER-CHRONICLE VOLUME XXII No.9 HUMBOLDT,TENNESSEE FRIDAY FEBRUARY 27th, 1920 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- ---REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS---F.D.MIDGETT to J.E.DOTY, 33 acres in 7th District; $2000. ---LOCAL NEWS---Born to Mr.& Mrs.Horace PHELAN on Tuesday,Feb.24th,a fine daughter. Mrs.Mollie HARRIS,widow of John HARRIS,died at her home a few miles west of town Monday evening,after a short illness of pneumonia.Interment in Oakwood Cemetery. ---CROCKETT COUNTY NEWS FROM ALAMO---Mr.& Mrs.Will FLY received a telegram this week telling them of the safe arrival of a little grandson in the home of their daughter,Mrs.Myra BLEDSOE,in Memphis. Mr.& Mrs.R.L.THOMPSON attended the funeral of Champ BOLING at Bells Thursday. Dave WILLIAMS,a wealthy colored man,one of our oldest,was buried last week. --- DEATHS OF THE WEEK BY BODKINS & SON,Funeral Directors---CHATTEM--At 4:30 p.m. Feb.20th,Burnice Preston CHATTEM,son of Penn & Fannie CHATTEM, 13 years of age.This child has been an invalid many years,but an attack of influenza was the cause of his death.Burial Feb.21st at Rose Hill Cem. He leaves his parents;one brother and 2 sisters. SENSING--At 4:50 p.m. Feb.26th at residence on 18th Avenue, Mrs.W.M.SENSING,formerly of Jackson,age 53 years,died of influenza. Survived by five children,three brothers,four sisters.The remains were shipped to Clarksville for burial. BALDRIDGE--colored--At 10:30 p.m.,John BALDRIDGE,aged 72 years,died at his home,Jerrell's Switch,after an illness of paralysis.Survived by 4 girls and 4 boys.Funeral from home,burial in Rose Hill Cemetery. ---NEWS HAPPENINGS IN AND ABOUT TOWN---Mr.& Mrs.R.L.DICKSON were in Dyer several days last week and this ,at the bedside of sick relatives.His brother,Pro.Enoch DICKSON,is very low,not expected to live and Mrs.G.F.RUSSELL is also very sick with the flu. ---BELLS, RFD #3---Mrs.Mollie PERMENTER returned home last week from an extended visit to relatives in Texas and has been sick with the flu. Jim BOYD received a telephone call Friday morning from his brother,Francis,near Trimble,that his daughter had died that morning of pneumonia. Chestman PERMENTER,of Chestnut Bluff,and Mrs.Alice MARKHAM,of District#1,are at the bedside of their mother,Mrs.Mollie PERMENTER. --- COXVILLE ITEMS--RFD #10--CROCKETT COUNTY---Mr.& Mrs.Tom ROSS have a fine baby girl since our last writing. ---INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---Miss Lillian JACKSON married James JONES,a member of the faculty where she is teaching. --- SOCIETY---Mr.& Mrs.B.F.JARRELL received a message Thursday morning announcing the birth of a daughter,to Mr.& Mrs.F.W.JACOBS in Charleston,SC Mr.& Mrs.J.M.BRIGHT received a wire that their daughter,Annie,was married to Dr.Ray M. BALYEAT in Guthrie,Okla.,Feb.13th. Born to Mr.& Mrs.Lon C.ROBINSON on Saturday Feb.21st,a daughter. ============================================================================== End of February 27th, 1920 issue. ============================================================================== THE COURIER-CHRONICLE VOLUME XXII No.10. HUMBOLDT,TENNESSEE FRIDAY MARCH 5th,1920. ==============================================================================LOCAL NEWS---J.Bayless JUDD died at the home of Miss Alice GLASS Sunday morning,after a short illness of pneumonia.After funeral services at the residence here.the remains were taken to Gallatin for interment.Mr.JUDD was a traveling salesman,insurance:He was happily married to Miss Martha GLASS,of this city about 18 months ago,and soon after their marriage,they moved to Memohis.He also leaves his mother and two brothers. John HICKS died at his home south of town Saturday,interment in Oak Grove Cemetery. Born to Mr.& Mrs.Robert HARWOOD on March 1st,a fine son. - --FORMER HUMBOLDT MAN PASSES AWAY---The sad news reached here early this week that Mr. Robert P.LOWE,a former well known and much loved citizen died at his home in Weatherford,TX.The following are excerpts from the Weatherford Democrat:"Robert P.LOWE passed away at the family home on West Oak at 3:30 p.m. Feb.17th,aged 76 years"...He leaves his wife and two sons,R.S.& G.E.LOWE... ---INTERESTING NEWS FROM GIBSON---J.M.PYBASS,of Tupelo,Miss.,and Miss Ruth HAZELWOOD, the pretty accomplished daughter of Mr.& Mrs.J.P.HAZELWOOD,were married last Sunday evening at the Methodist Parsonage..Ernest BOMAR,a prominent young business man of Bolivar,Tennessee and Miss Arline HALE,eldest daughter of Mr.& Mrs.Lonnie HALE,drove to Jackson last Saturday where they were married. ---CROCKETT COUNTY NEWS FROM ALAMO--- Mrs.Buchanan AVERY has been very low with uremic poisoning,and her condition is reported no better this morning as we write this.All her friends are praying her life may be spared for the sake of her two babies--LATER news on Wednesday,Mrs.Buchanan AVERY died this morning,after 10 days of intense suffering.She leaves two small children,her husband,mother and three sisters. ---OUT-OF-TOWN DEATHS---MILAN,Tenn.,Feb.27th-Mrs.Mary BELEW,83,died at her home near Cades,of infirmities of age.She was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church and is survived by several sons and daughters.Interment in Poplar Springs Cemetery. TRIMBLE,Tenn.,Feb.27th-Mrs.NEWMAN,wife of West NEWMAN,cashier of the Mason Hall Bank of Mason Hall,is dead.She leaves one child besides numerous relatives and friends. Mrs.Will WEST,of Mason Hall died.She leaves a husband and relatives. MILAN,Tenn.,Feb.27th-Mrs.Regina A.HOWE,aged 56,died at her home here Thursday evening of influenza and pneumonia.She was a wife of C.E.HOWE,who survives her.Interment in Oakwood Cemetery. ---THE DEAD---Nathaniel POWELL,aged 58 years,died at his home three miles north of here last Saturday.He was a prosperous farmer,a good citizen, a member of the Missionary Baptist Church and is survived by his wife;one sister;and three brothers.Burial in Walnut Grove Cemetery. ---DEAD---Mr.Milton BOONE,one of the old well-known and highly respected farmers and citizens of the Humboldt section,died at the family home in Humboldt,at 11 ;15 a.m. on Tuesday,March 2nd,after a two weeks illness.Burial in Rose Hill Cemetery. He was 72 years of age,the father of 8 sons and 5 daughters. ---DEAD---Mr.John W.ALLEN died at the residence of R.S.ALLEN,east of Humboldt,on Tuesday,March 2nd,after a brief illness.He was 64 years of age.Burial in Antioch Cemetery. - --Mr.& Mrs.John McKNIGHT have the tender sympathy of their friends and the community in the loss of their precious baby,Albert Wilford,who died of pneumonia on Feb.29th.He was three years, 9 months and five days old.He was laid to rest in Rose Hill Cemetery.He was a brother of Flora Lee McKNIGHT. --- DEAD---mr.W.C.DANIELS,an aged and respected citizen of Avondale suburb,died at his family home on Feb.29th,after a brief illness of influenza.He is survived by his wife;three sons; and six daughters.He was 79 years of age.Burial in Rose Hill Cemetery. ---DAVIDSON CHAPEL NEWS---Born to Mr.& Mrs.John NEIL,a daughter. ---MORE ON MILTON A.BOONE DEATH---Husband of Mattie; father of Walter, Robert, Oscar, Lonza, Mrs.Lula HAMILTON, Mrs.Floyd TODD, Mrs.Stella HUMPHREYS, all of Humboldt; also Miss Virgie BOONE,of Humboldt; Charles,of Forney,Tx.; Fred, of Sapulpa,Okla.;Ted,of Ark.; Homer BOONE & Mrs.Jessie LANE, of Jackson,Tenn. ---ENTERPRISE ITEMS---Vaudie REEVES of Fruitland,died of pneumonia and was buried at Old Gibson Sunday. ---SOCIETY---Mrs.A.R.DODSON received a message on Monday announcing the death of her neice,Mrs.Lillian Bell BEADLE,at Little Rock,Ark.She leaves her husband,an infant son,and children,Ira Mai & Charlie SCOTT. MISS Elizabeth DONOVAN returned from Birmingham,Ala.,where she was called on account of the death of her cousin,Father John F.WHITE. BORN to Mr.& Mrs.Herbert J. BAUM, Crescent Court Apts., Birmingham, Ala., on Saturday,Feb.28th,a daughter..___________________End of March 5th ISSUE.____________________