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The Schley Country News Thursday, January 4, 1894 No. 1
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE (Transcriber's note: Much of this
column was unreadable as a large amount was cut off on
the film as being in the vertical fold of the bound
papers.) Misses Nelia Davis and Nell Morgan, charming
and popular young ladies of Americus, returned home
Monday evening after a delightful visit at the home of
Mr. Eugene Dixon.
Mrs. W.R. Crowell, of Columbus, was a pleasant visitor
at the home of Mrs. S.E. Hornady last week. She is a
typical southern woman, vivacious, cultured and elegant
and made many friends in Ellaville during her short
stay.
Mr. and Mrs.R.W. Edwards returned to their home in
Louisville, Ky. Tuesday, after spending several weeks
with their parents Dr. and Mrs. C.H. Smith. Every one
regrets to part with Mr. Edwards and his charming wife.
The favorite song of a certain young man in Ellaville
used to be "My Nelly's Blue Eyes," but a change has
suddenly come over the spirit of his dreams, and he
mournfully wails "Thou hast wounded the spirit that
loved thee."
The Handsome Doll, given by Munro and Wall as a prize
Xmas, was drawn by Miss Flora Taylor of Bronwood,
daughter of Mr. John Taylor. Miss Leola McElmurray
dreamed that the number 150 drew the doll and called to
get it but it had been taken by Miss Flora Taylor.
The court house was densely packed on Tuesday night the
26, and every one was in fine humor, but the litle ones
in particular were supremely happy when Santa Claus
began to distribute the presents from the large tree
which was the a???ration of all present. Many declared
it to be the prettiest they had ever seen. Over eight
hundred gifts were tagged and hung by the committee and
considering all things it is remarkable that no more
mistakes occurred. One or two slight errors were made
which is very much regretted by those in charge. Much
credit is due Messrs. Williams and Wall for the
splendid arrangements of the tree and to Messrs. C.R.
McCrory, Arthur Hill, S.C. Collins, J.J. Murray, and
E.B. Hornady for efficient and valuable service. It
was simply a "Labor of Love" on the part of those who
worked hard for the success of the Xmas tree, and as it
made the children happy they are fully ????????.
CHILDERS---SHEPPARD Last Thursday the 28 inst, at 12
o'clock while the sun was shedding forth his brightest
rays of light upon the lovely home of Mr. and Mrs. W.W.
Childers of this county, their beautiful and highly
accomplished daughter, Miss Dora, was happily married
to Mr. C.C. Sheppard, one of Sumter's most prominent
young men.
Miss Dora being the only girl, and Mr. Sheppard the
only boy of their parents, presented a romantic scene.
Quite a number of friends and relatives of the bride
and groom were present. The parlor was handsomely
decorated with sweet scented flowers and evergreens.
Over the parlor door was arranged a beautiful arch, on
which was written in gilt letters, Dora Childers while
beneath it hung the marriage bell with two white doves
lightening upon it. The birds were gracefully adorned
with orange blossoms and white japonicas.
As the bridal party marched up the hall and took their
positions inside the arch, the piano manipulated by
Miss Aeolia Caldwell peeled forth the melodious strains
of the wedding march, of her composition, until the
whole surroundings seemed rent with music.
Every thing in readiness, Rev. A.C. Wellons, pastor of
Shiloh Baptist church came forth and performed the
beautiful ceremony of his faith, which made the happy
young couple companions through life. As they were
pronounced man and wife, Miss Nannie Caldwell came
forth and handsomely arranged a white satin pillow upon
which the bride knelt. the ceremony closing with
prayer.
Shortly after the marriage they were all invited to
partake of a magnificent dinner. In the dining room
was also an arch arragned behind the bridal party.
Written upon it in gilt letters were the names, Charles
and Dora Sheppard.
They were the recipients of many handsome presents, vis
bedroom suite-Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Sheppard, Lamp-Mr.and
Mrs. R.L.Maynard, Water set-Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Pryor, a
fine oil painting-Messrs. W.L. Chilers and Olin Dixon,
a fine-horse-Mr. W.W. Childers, Silver Sugar spoon-Miss
Nannie Caldwell, Silver Nut cracker and Pinch-Miss
Aeola Caldwell, set of silver teaspoons-Dr. Will Sears
and wife, set of silver table and teaspoons-Mr. I.M.
Livingston, Lamp-Mr. W.E. Cheney, glass tea set-Miss
Sallie Harvey, Lamp-Mr. A.J. Hill, Rocking chair-Mr.
Eugene Drane.
Late in the afternoon Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Sheppard left
for their future home, at the parents of the groom,
accompanied by the following: Mr. John Henry Childers
with Miss Nettie Bradshaw, Mr. Zack Childers with
Misses Aeolia and Nannie Caldwell, Mr. Harrison
Holloway with Miss Tronie Dykes, Mr. A.J. Hill with
Miss Stella Tison, Mr. Claud Johnson with Miss Sallie
Harvey, Mr. A.C. Wellons with Mr. Robert Pilcher. A
grand reception awaited their arrival.
The marriage was the grandest affair of the season and
now---Peace to the fair and gentle bride! Thou art now
joined to the soul for whom thyne was moulded.
Blessings rest on thy head, which in the multitude of
it joyful thoughts, in cline towards the chosen one in
serious playfulness drooping.
"As a lilly droops Faint o'er a folded rose."
And peace to you both. May those calm smiles play on
you lips forever! May your hearts never be divided,
your affection blighted or your young hopes blasted!
May your life's sun ever shine in unclothed splendor
and your path through the vale of life be green, smooth
and pleasant as love guided by providence can make it!-
-Nannie Caldwell.
SHERIFF'S SALES Georgia Schley County Will be sold
before the court house door in Ellaville said county
between the legal hours of sale the following property
to wit: Two hundred acres of land more or less being
all of lot No. 184 in the 30th district said county and
state, said land being levied on to ??? by a Tax Fi Fa
issued by the Tax Collector said county as the property
of J.N. Cheney, Administrator of C.W. Smith this Jan
1st 1894. Levied on by P.H. Smith L.G. William
Allen, Sheriff.
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IDA TAYLOR vs. JOHN TAYLOR Libel for divorce in Schley
Superior Court, Oct. term 1893. To John Taylor
Greeting by order of the Judge of Superior Court. You
are hereby required to be at the next Superior court to
be held in and for said county on the 2nd Monday in
April 1894 to answer Plantiff's complaint in defense
thereof. The court will proceed as to justice shall
appertain. This January 3rd, 1894. J.M. Murray,
C.S.C., S.C.
end # 1.
The Schley County News Thursday, January 11, 1894 No.
2
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE The six o'clock dinner by Mrs. R.J.
Perry on last Wednesday at her beautiful home in
Americus, complimentary to Miss Leila Hornady, is
spoken of as a very elegant and enjoyable affair. Mr.
A.J. Hill was one of the guests.
A severe attack of La Grippe has kept us indoors for a
week, and in the language of Bill Arp "the worst thing
about this new fangled disease, is its depressing
influence upon our emotions." We don't feel like doing
anything, saying anything or writing anything.
W.B. Buchanan a former well known citizen of Americus
was killed by a white man in Birmingham Monday night.
He was about 35 years of age and leaves a wife and
little daughter who are now with relatives near
Americus.
FAITHFULNESS REWARDED The late Mr. Dupree Peacock in
his will bequeathed fifty acres of land to old "Aunt
Ghina" a faithful colored servant who had been in the
family since slavery. She is one of the few remaining
"old fashioned darkies" who has lived a life of
usefulness and her white friends are glad to know that
her old age can be passed in ease and comfort.
Wanted to sell or rent my Bees. Apply at once.----C.H.
Smith.
An appeal eloquent and sympathetic has been sent by the
people of Milledgeville to the people of Georgia for
aid to rebuild the old capitol recently almost
destropyed by fire. It was the home of the Georgia
Military and Agricultural College.
end # 2.
The Schley County News Thursday, January 18th 1894
No. 3
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Mr. Roe Edwards was is town
Wednesday.
Mrs. Bacon of Atlanta was the guest of Mrs. E. Hill
this week.
Mrs. A.A. Arrington spent Sunday with the homefolks out
at Shiloh.
Mr. W.J. Allen gave us a pleasant call Tuesday. Come
in again.
Mrs. H.T. Arrington and children are visiting relatives
in Quitman.
Miss Emmie Baldwin has recovered from a severe attack
of La Grippe.
Mrs. Beedy Pilcher of this county visited Mrs. E. Hill
last week.
Mr. H.J. Mott of Monroe Co. spent several days with
relatives in town this week.
Mr. J.E. McElmurray attended the McKenzie Lewis wedding
in Montezuma yesterday.
Mr. Ed Miller "the marble man" from Americus passed
through town on Tuesday.
Teeth extracted without pain. Price 50 cents each,
spot cash. H.S. Munro, M.D.
School children can find board cheap by applying at
this office. Board either five days out of the week,
or by the month.
Mrs. T.G. Cheny who has been suffering for three weeks
from La Grippe is improving, which will be gratifying
to her many friends.
Mr. Marion Livingstone and Miss Swearingen were married
on last Sunday afternoon at the home of the bride near
Tazewell. The News extends congratulations and best
wishes to the happy couple.
The patrons of Ellaville High School were exceedingly
anxious to secure Miss Kate Williams for assistant
teacher, but she had made an engagement for the term
before this position was offered her. We congratulate
the citizens of Glen Holly upon securing her valuable
services.
Dr. Quillian of Elberton was in town several days last
week, extracting teeth. By, the use of an anesthetic
called "Tondum" he performed this operation with ease,
the patient experiencing no pain. This wonderful
discovery is a boon to humanity, those who have endured
the tortures of tooth ache can fully appreciate its
merits, for there is no agony so excruiating as having
a tooth pulled the old fashioned way.
Miss Alma Simpson, niece of Dr. H.S. Munro is one of
the students sent here from a distance to attend the
excellent school we now have. She is boarding at Dr.
Munro's. Prof. Whitehurst, the principal, being an
experienced and competent teacher. We don't think the
public could find a better place to send their children
to school. Board is cheap, location is healthy and our
town is known for hospitality and freedom from evil in
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OUR LOSS Dr. C.H. Smith moved last week to New Smyrna,
Fla. Mrs. Smith will join him as soon as their home at
that place is completed. All our people deeply regret
the circumstances that take this highly esteemed family
from our midst. From a long residence here they have
become identified with the town, and the place they
occupied will not be easy to fill. Both have been
leaders in every good and charitable movement and have
hosts of warm friends, who are pained to part with
them. Dr. Smith has for years had a very extensive
practice, being one of the most successful and popular
physicians in this section, but perhaps in the Sunday
school, where for thirty years he has been the faithful
and beloved superintendent, he will be most sadly
missed. May every good thing that will make life
peaceful and joyous, be showered upon our friends in
their new home.
A WONDERFUL DISCOVERY Dr. J.A. Quillian of Elberton,
Ga. was in Ellaville last week extracting teeth with
the use of a new local anesthetic called "Tundum"
which, though perfectly harmless, renders the most
difficult operations absolutely painless.
Several of our people had a mouth full of teeth
extracted and many had one or more taken out, and the
verdict was, "it did not hurt." Among those who
testifies voluntarily that they had teeth extracted
without pain by this method are Capt. Peacock, Mrs.
Hornady, C.R. McCrory, T.J. Murphy and a good many
others. Dr. H.S. Munro has secured the right to use
Tundum in this county.
The Ellaville Band under the efficient teaching of
Prof. Len Baldwin is making very rapid progress, more
so than any band he has ever taught. Several members
being able to render their part of the piece practiced
with perfect harmony. The Tuber, which by the way
seems to be the lead horn, was given to the right man,
in fact Prof. Baldwin has a happy faculty of suiting
the horn to the man, or rather the man to the horn, and
that snare drum, when Mr. Hill hits that you hear
something rattle. We predict for Ellaville a fine band
as it certainly has the right material for the teacher
to work with, and now boys, do your part, don't give
up, but practice and ere long we will be proud of our
Band.
Our office in the upper part of the handsome brick
store of Collins & Williamson being about completed, we
take this week to move our press. Our editor being
sick, the (unreadable) we trust our patrons will excuse
any (unreadable) in this issue.
In the new army rifle, a long tapering cartridge thirty
caliber is used. It has a velocity of 2,000 feet the
first second. The rifle, with five cartridges in the
magazine, weighs about nine pounds. A military
authority says powder will be noiseless as well as
smokeless soon and that all warfare will be at long
range.
end # 3.
The Schley County News Thursday, January 25th 1894 No. 4
HONORARY MEMBERS OF THE ELLAVIILE ECLIPSE BAND
At a meeting held at the band room of the Ellaville
Eclipse Band on Monday night, Jan. 22d., the following
ladies and gentlemen were elected honorary members.
Miss Emmie Baldwin
Miss Leila Hornady
Miss Lula Murphy
Miss Cattie Singletary
Mrs. H.S. Munro
Mrs. R.M. Munro
Mrs.C.R. McCrory
Mr. C.R. McCrory
Mr. W.D. Murray
Mr. J.B. Williamson
Mr. Claud Dixon
Mr. E.B. Hornady
Mr. A.A. Arrington
Mr. T.A. Collins
Dr. J.N. Cheney
Miss Mary Hornaday
Miss Lila Chapman
Miss Minnie Norris
Mrs. J.H. Kleckley
Mrs. W.D. Murray
Mrs. Sue Allen
Mrs. J.N. Cheney
Dr. H.S. Munro
Mr. Elbert Hill
Mr. J.M. Murray
Mr. C.L. Peacock
Mr. J.E. Clark
Mr. A.J. Walters
Maj. E.S. Baldwin
Judge C.L. Battle
By order of the Band
Ed. Cheney, Sec.
H.J. Williams, Pres.
AN ADVERTISEMENT FOR OUR VARIETY WORKS
Messrs. John and Garrice Haigler who had the contract
for building the elegant ten room residence for Dr.
Smith at New Smyrna, Fla. have completed the job which
is indeed a credit to them, and a good advertisement of
one of our most important enterprises, the Ellaville
Variety Works of which they are managers. Messrs. John
Haigler and Ed Stewart who have been superintending the
building for several weeks returned home Saturday.
They enjoyed very much their short stay in this balmy
clime feasting on oranges, fish and oysters, but they
express themselves as having no desire to locate there,
as they are still of the opinion that this is the most
favored section on earth, "The garden spot of the
world."
GEORGIA RAISED HORSES Mr. B.F. Green was exhibiting on
our streets Saturday, a fine throughbred colt, eighteen
months old, raised on his plantation near town. In
point of beauty and good qualities, this animal could
compete with any from the blue grass regions, and Mr.
Green is justly proud of him. He has another colt just
six months old, and the two are the admiration of all
who have seen them.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE What has become of our
correspondents?
Mr. J. Ed. Clark spent Sunday in Americus.
Mr. J.M. Murray has recovered from his recent illness.
Miss Bird of Mobile, Ala. is visiting her cousin Mrs.
John Haigler.
Mrs. J.F. Hudson returned Sunday from a pleasant visit
to Friendship.
Mr. Bellmont, wife and child, of New York, are boarding
at Mr. W.H. Payne's.
Misses May Davis and Daisy Poole spent Sunday in
Ellaville, the guests of Mrs. Eugene Dixon.
Collins & Williamson moved this week to their new and
elegant brick building on Oglethorpe street.
Mr. Marion William's son has entered school here. He
is boarding at Judge Battle's.
Miss Myrtle Gay is boarding with her aunt(?), Mrs. J.M.
Thornton, and attending our High School.
"Parade March," "Hurrah for Ellaville," a play(?) by
the Eclipse Band has been ordered by the Phonograph.
Mr. W.T. Everett of the "New Allen ," Americus, was one
of the visitors to Ellaville Sunday. (Transcriber's
note: The "New Allen" would be the Allen House in
Americus, a hostelery recently purchased and
refurbished by the Mr. Everett mentioned.)
Mr. and Mars. J.N. Scarborough of Americus spent a few
days in Ellaville this week.
Mr. A.J. Hill and Miss Eva Wall went up to Columbus
Saturday to visit Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Strange.
Mrs. C.H. Smith spent several days in the country last
week with Mrs. Livingston.
Miss Lucy Wilson of Poindexter, has entered our school
and is staying at her garndfather's, Mr. E. Hill.
Mr. and Mrs. Allen Murray have the sympathy of many
friends in their recent sad bereavement, the loss of
their baby.
The ladies of the Parsonage Aid Society and the pastor
of the Methodist Church, met on last Thursdy afternoon
to take an inventory of the parsonage furniture. They
found that Rev. and Mrs. Philips had left everything in
perfect order and every article, broken or injured
during their residence here was replaced. The house
will be closed for this year or until some disposition
can be made of it. Rev. R.F. Williamson will look
after the property, and see that it is kept intact.
THE SCHOOL MOVING ALONG SMOOTHLY Miss Lila Chapman, of
Columbus, has secured the music class and will begin
teaching Monday. The assistant teacher, Miss Stewart
of Gordon, Ga. arrived Wednesday morning and will board
at the pleasant home of Dr. J.N. Cheney. With the
efficient corps of teachers, and the large number of
pupils enrolled, the Ellaville High School will be the
pride of this section. Few people realize the amount
of work required to properly garde 75 pupils but Prof.
Whithurst is succeeding admirably in his orduous task.
MIDNIGHT AND MUSIC Monday night when the moon trembled
on the meridian, making all things beautiful with a
sheen of silvery brightness, sweet harmonies bending
together in one grand strain, flooded out on the silent
air, and stole in upon the sleeping inhabitants of our
quiet village, waking them from sweet dreams of peace,
to the happy thought that they have been transformed to
some enchanted spot. When they fully awoke and
realized that they were in their own downy couches,
listeneing to the Ellaville Eclipse Band their delight
was only equaled by their surprise. This band has been
rightly named.
In the short space of two weeks, Prof. Baldwin has
taught the members to execute the different parts with
a skill truly marvelous. They are dilligently
paracticing, and much pleasure is in store for those
who have music in their souls. The band deserves all
the encouragement we can give them in the study of this
devine art, which is ebnobling and refining. It has
been truly said that "Heaven is the birth place of
music, and Heaven shall be its final home."
ONE OF ELLAVILLE'S NEEDS. It is given up that we have
one of the best hotels in the state, but Ellaville is
certainly in need of a first class boarding house,
where those who don't care to stay in the hotel can get
good board at reasonable rates. There is hardly a
house in town where board can be procured and people
who come to Ellaville for a couple of weeks or months
are often put to great inconvenience. It seems that it
would be to the interest of some one who has the room
to accomodate boarders at from $12.50 to $15.00 per
month.
end # 4.
The Schley Conty News Thursday, February 1st, 1894.
PLANTER'S BANK ROBBED. Cashier Clark Makes Full
Confession Of the Crime and Makes Two Attempts to End
his Life. Speculation in Cotton Futures the Cause of
his Downfall.
Dectetive Jones' Good Work.
The wildest excitement prevailed Monday morning when it
was discovered that the Bank had been robbed. Darcey
Peacock, at an earlyhour went out to feed the horse and
saw the back door of the building was standing open, he
went back and notified his father, and in a few moments
a large crowd had gathered. Pres. Murray and Cashier
Clark being among the first to arrive. Many were the
conjectures as to who perpetrated the crime, but the
condition of the vault and the scorched and blackened
papers led all to believe that it was the work
professional cracksmen.
Mr. Murray sent telegrams in all directions to the
sheriffs and also to detective Bill Jones of Atlanta
who arrived Tuesday morning and immediately began to
work up the case. Upon an examination of the vault and
safe, his practiced eye readily saw that the drilling
was done from the inside, the fine dust falling on the
bars inside the vault door. He also found the lock on
the Herring safe uninjared, this showing that the safe
had been opened and the money taken out before the
explosion occcured. A bag of silver was found in a
pile of rubbish in the back part of the bank building
and showed no sign of being burned. The six steel
plugs, which projected into the solid wall of the safe
fastened , were uninjared, nor was the safe hurt in any
way except having the door blown from its hinges. The
facts developed caused suspicion to fall upon cashier
Clark. The bare suggestion was such a shock that every
one was completely demoralized. Mr. Clark had been
highly esteemed, and ! our people were loath to believe
him guilty of such a crime. He was not arrested but
kept under close watch. Early Wednesday morning he
went to the drug store and purchased laudanum, stating
that he had an aching tooth. He went immediately to
the hotel and swallowed the drug. Dr. Cheney was
summoned and found him in a comatose state but by the
use of a powerful ????? brought him around all right.
When accused of the crime, he at first denied it but
finally made a full confession, stating that he
purchased the tools in Macon about a month ago and that
they could be found in a well near the depot. The well
was drawn off and a keyhole saw, brace and bits, an
iron handle and wooden handle chisel were found at the
bottom of the well. When these were shown to him, he
frankly admitted they were the ones he had used. He
also gave up about $3000 and Capt. Peacock found in a
letter in his trunk $200 or $300 more. Mr. Clark says
he lost his money speculating in cotton futures.! A
telegram from the Bank's correspondent in New York
states that the Bank instead of having $4000 there (as
the books show) has only $150 and that they have drafts
to exhaust that. Mr. Clark declares that no one but
himself is connected with the affair but this statement
is not believed by everyone, though it was possible for
the work to have been done by one person. In laying
his plans and executing them, Mr. Clark was remarkably
cool and deliberate.
Saturday night he called upon a young lady, stayed
until eleven o'clock, he then went straight to the
bank, put out the street lamp in front of the door and
began operations. His first attempt to blow open the
safe was unsuccessful, he then pored the remainder of
the two pounds of powder on the floor of the safe,
closed the door and lighted the fuse. He stood in one
corner of the vault when the terrific explosion turned
the safe around and tore off the heavy door, breaking
??? under the iron hinges. When asked by Mr. Murray if
he was not afraid of being killed, he said "I felt that
I would not care if it blew me into a thousand pieces,
I felt so miserable." It was nearly daylight when he
finished his work, with the money in his pocket, the
tools under his arm, he recklessly walked by the hotel,
down past the depot, threw the tools in the well, took
off his shoes and left them in the field and walked
back in his bare feet, slipped into his room and
retired. He made two e! forts to get away before he
attempted suicide. He has been allowed to remain in
his room at the hotel, but is closely guarded. His
mother and other members of his family are with him,
completely crushed by the terrible blow that has fallen
upon them. The deepest sympathy of everyone is felt
for them, and a gloom hangs over our town. He was
under a ten thousand dollar bond signed by his
relatives which will more than cover the deficit. And
this is the sad ending of a promising career. With a
desire to rapidly accumulate wealth he began to gamble
in cotton futures with no thought of the fearful
result. Others whom he considered shrewed business men
made money that way, why couldn't he? He yielded to
this tempatation, made the fatal error, and must bear
the terrible consequences.
Later. Bond was fixed at $11,000, in default of which
he was carried to jail having waived committal trial.
LET WELL ENOUGH ALONE. >From the Montezuma Record.
Those fellows in this section of Georgia who are
pulling up stakes and selling off the old blind mule
and the brindle cow and taking their wives and children
and going to Texas and "Arkansaw" to get rich and grow
up with the country, will find the divine curse has
followed them there---that "by the sweat of his face
shall man earn his bread."
Do what you may, go where you will, There is nothing
here but woe, Hardship, toil and struggle, No matter
where you go.
The same energy, industry and frugality excercised in
Georgia as in Texas will bring the same results,
besides we have here a climate for healthfulness
unsurpassed and water the purest and best. Stay in old
Georgia.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Mr. Olin Dixon spent Sunday in
town.
Mr. E.B. Hornady was in town this week.
Mrs. Marcus Snider is (at) her parents Mr. and Mrs.
T.S. Bridges.
Mr. J.R. Williams went up to Atlanta this week on legal
business.
Mr. and Mrs. Kleckley of Americus visited relatives in
town Sunday.
Mr. Harry Peacock, came down from Buena Vista and spent
Sunday with the home folks.
Officers Feagan and Barrow of Americus came out Monday
to investigate the Bank robery.
Mrs. H.T. Arrington and children returned yesterday
from a delightful visit to relatives in Quitman.
Dr. Cheney has been attending Mr. H.C. Arrington of
Sumter Co. through a long and serious illness. He
reports his patient much improved.
The Ellaville Eclipse Band is honored to have an
honorary member in Atlanta and the best feature is that
she is a young lady. They received a note of thanks
from her this morning.
Mr. G.M. Green and Miss Carrie Womack will be married
at three o'clock this afternoon at the home of the
bride (in) this county. In advance the News extends
heartfelt congratulations and best wishes.
Mrs. C.H. Smith left Ellaville last week to join the
Doctor at New Smyrna, Fla., where they have built a
beautiful home and will spend the winter months. The
deepest regret is felt by every man, woman and child in
Ellaville over the departure of this estimable lady.
While the train was stopped for breakfast Saturday
morning two of our young men got aboard to spend the
time in talk to a Buena Vista belle and were so
facinated that they forgot to get off, and were carried
some distance up the road. By frantic efforts they
succeeded in stoping the train and walked back to town
amid shouts and laughter of those about the depot.
Mr. Munro Murray killed a hog last week that weighed
458 lbs. Dr. Munro, Mr. Eugene Dixon and several
others in town have raised enough meat to do them at
very low expense and with plenty of lard, sausage, and
juicy country hams. They feel very independant. Money
may be scarce this year but there is plenty of "hog and
hominy" to tide over hard times.
The Ellaville Eclipse Band will give a Grand Oyster
Supper, Friday night Feb. 9 at the Court House. Oysters
and all kinds of dainties will be served---coffee for
the old people. There will be music, fun and lots of
entertaining things. Come out and help your Band:
Anmission 50 cts. including supper, etc.
end # 5.
The Schley County News Thursday, February 8th 1894
No. 6
The Planters Bank of Ellaville was one of the best
paying country banks in the state. Not withstanding
its loses by the breaking of the Banks of Americus and
Cordele, it was still solid and was doing a safe and
paying business up to the time of the robbery. Nearly
eight thousand dollars were taken from the vaults by
the robbers Sunday night, but with this serious loss
added to its others we still have faith in the pluck,
energy and ability of our Ellaville friends to keep the
Planters Bank on its legs.
Ten convicts were sent from Ameicus jail to the iron
mine in North Georgia this week.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Miss Woods of Greenville, was in
town Tuesday.
Mr. P.S. Stevens of Putnam, was in town Monday.
Mr. A.A. Arrington is boarding at Dr. H.S. Munro's.
Mr. Will Clark of Americus was in town Sunday.
Miss Hattie Tondee of Americus was in town Sunday.
Miss Lila Chapman spent Sunday at her home in Columbus.
Mrs. A. Allen and Mr. A.J. Hill went down to Americus
Monday.
Col. J.R. Williams returned Tuesday from a business
trip to Atlanta.
Mr. Thompson Peacock of Buena Vista was in town this
week on business.
Prof. Robert Glover has a good school at Concord
Academy, Schley P.O. and is very popular with the
patrons.
Mr. and Mrs. Will Carter of Americus were pleasant
visitors to Ellaville Tuesday.
Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Robinson of Oglethorpe, are spending
the week at Dr. T.G. Cheney's.
Mesdames P.F. Dixon and T.J. Murphy, who have been
confined to the house for several weeks with LaGrippa,
are said to be out again, which is a source of pleasure
to their friends.
Mrs. J.H. Klecley visited Americus Wednesday.
Mrs. J.B(?) Dunn and children visited relatives in town
Sunday.
Mr. Will P. Hornady spent Sunday with the home folks.
Mr. Charles J. Greene of Shellman made a short visit to
Ellaville this week.
Dr. Griffin delivered an earnest and timely discourse
to a large congregation Sunday.
Mr. R.C. Meadows spent a few days with his Ellaville
friends this week.
Mrs. C.J. Greene and children of Shellman are visiting
at the home of Mrs. S.E. Hornady.
Miss Kate Williams came in to spend Sunday with her
Ellaville friends. She has a flourishing school at
Glen Holly and is well pleased with her position.
Mr. A.J. Walters was elected principal of the
Fellowship school and began teaching Monday. This is
one of the most pleasant and flourishing neighborhoods
in the country, and no doubt under Mr. Walters
management a fine school will be built up.
A NEW ENTERPRISE We have it on good authority that a
saw mill and grist mill will soon be erected near the
depot, where all kinds of building material, fancy
moulding etc.will be kept. Ellaville already has
Variety Works running on full time, and doing a
splendid business, but there is plenty of work for
another such enterprise and it will be a great industry
to our town.
A CARD Editor of Schley County News. With your
permission I desire to say a word through your column
in regard to the frequent manafestations of sympathy
expressed by some of the true and noble women for the
(robber of our bank) by sending him comforts, eatables
and flowers, and thus as it were, crowning him as a
marryr (martyr) for his deed instead of, as he
deserves, placing their condemnation upon such actions.
Those who are making such donations should pause for a
moment and think what they are doing. If it is right
to place a premium upon theft, falsehood and gambling
and to encourage one (our) young men to follow after
the example set by the cashier of the Planters Bank
then let him receive their donations.
Had the acts committed by the receiver of these gifts
been perbetrated (perpetrated) by one from among the
humble walks of life, the sentiment against him would
have been so strong and so bitter that he could hardly
be tolerated in our jail until the laws of our state
had consigned him to his destination, but as it is an
honored and respected citizen that has committed this
unpardonable crime, a member of the church and a Master
Mason that has robbed our town fathers of their hard
earned money, he is to be treated as an honored guest
in our jail. To the credit of these above mentioned
organizations be it said that he has been expelled from
one and will be expelled from the other. As Lewis
Repwine was treated by his society friends in Atlanta,
who are willing to receive him with open arms and place
him back to his former position in society as soon as
he has served out the penalty of the law, so is J.E.
Clark being treated by those who are sending him the
above donations. ! While the impulse that prompts the
donation of these gifts are out of sympathy for his
innocent sisters and his christian mother, they are
being enjoyed by him and he is being made feel like a
hero. This tendency of our age to uphold these
highflyers in society in their crime and to offer
pardon for the vilest offense has much to do toward
encoraging such acts among our young men as that
committed by the cashier of the Planters Bank of
Ellaville. Let these honest sons of toil who have
spent a life of honesty and usefulness in our town
receive the smiles, comforts, eatables and flowers.
Let honor be given to whom honor is due and even be
wafted beyond the clouds above us, but let crime be
placed beneath our feet and the seal of condemnation be
placed on gambling, theft and falsehood.---Citizen.
THE OUTLOOK BRIGHTER Since the excitement of last week
has passed over, and our people have had time to study
the situation every one feels better and takes a more
hopeful view.
It is as yet difficult to accurately define the present
condition of the Bank, but a thoroughly competant
accountant has been engaged to go over the books, and
as quickly as possible, every thing will be gotten in
beter shape. The bank attorney has sued the bond which
will more than cover the deficit. The directors are
doing their full duty and every depositor will be paid
as soon as possible. Of course every thing is
depressed at present, the bank has passed through
unusually severe reverses, but was pulling through all
right and would have tided over, but for the base
treachery of the trusted cashier. This was undoubtedly
the greatest blow that has ever fallen upon our country
but our people are not given up to useless repining,
they will stand together, and we confidently believe
will harmonize on some good plan to reorganize the
bank. It has been fully demonstrated that it is a
paying institution in Schley county, and we will not
long be without one.
MARRIED On last Thursday afternoon Miss Carie Womack
was wedded to Mr. Good M. Green at the home of the
bride's mother, near Ellaville, the ceremony being
performed by Rev. R.F. Williamson. There were present
only a few near relatives and friends of this couple.
Immediately after the ceremony they drove to their
future home attended by many good wishes from hosts of
warm friends.
NOTICE TO DEBTORS OR CREDITORS. All having demands
against the estate of Dupree Peacock, late of Schley
County, deceased, are hereby notified to render in
their demands to the undersigned according to law, and
all persons indebted to said estate are required to
make immediate payment. Feb. 5th 1894.
B.T. Peacock
Z.T. Mott, Excrs.
Address all claims to B.T. Peacock, Buena Vista, Georgia.
end # 6.
The Schley County News Thursday, February 15th 1894
No. 7
REPLY TO CITIZEN Editor Schley County News:
I note with some surprise a card in your last week's
issue signed by Citizen. I don't know who the author
of the card is, whether a citizen of Schley county, the
state of Georgia, or the United States, but one thing I
do know, Citizen is clamorous for notoriety, and I
think the lowest type. While I don't, nor would I
attempt to defend or encourage a crime, or crimes,
being committed in or out of the borders of our grand
old commonwealth; I would not heap insult nor injury
upon the most unfortunately depraved human being; and
last but by no means least, I would not insinuate
either publicly or privately, that the motives of our
fair and noble women were calculated to make martyrs or
heroes of thieves, robbers, burglars or murderers.
Now when the kind and ennobling influence of women is
to be checked by the rough hand of censure and coarse
insinuations of unrefined and hard hearted scribblers
who for the morbid crave of notoriety, seeks through
the press to establish to the world an idea, inherent
by nature in every childs breast, in the household of
every honest parent, it is enough to invoke the supreme
contempt and condemnation of every good citizen whose
generous home has been invaded, the idol and governess
of which, has been stoned and p??lied, because of the
kind and divine influence she seeks to wield over a
fellow creature who has fallen by the wayside; for one
so coarse by nature, so inhuman in training and so
utterly lost in his own admiration of self and desire
of notoriety, to question even in the slightest degree
the pure motives of our kind sympathizing and devout
Christian women. Possibly, Citizen being so entirely
wrapped up in his ideal self (I say this because I know
no lady is capabl! e of such coarse and unrefined
composition) forgot that his mother was and is a lady,
and that when the power of her whose controlling
influence for good wields the greatest auxillary in the
destiny of nations is hushed to silence through fear of
their names being slandered, and their pure motives
impugned, that society would have no guide, the
penetentiary no bounds, crime no check, sins go
unrebuked and the Devil loose at large in the country.
I don't charge Mr. Citizen with but one other motive in
view than the one above indicated, for I do not think
any human heart is so petrified, the portal of whose
doors are locked to sympathy, would be so vile as to
indulge in such undeserved, uncalled for an unmerited
rebuke, unless prompted by the Devil or his
confederates and the desire of public notoriey. As
flowers are emblems of beauty and innocense, so are ???
?????ing monuments of purity and perfection, and their
kind hearts and ennobling influence, a living index to
Christ! ian civilization. Who knows like a mother the
pangs of disappointment, and realizes more truly the
sad down fall of her child. The citizen who wrote the
card in your last week's issue; if a citizen he was, is
guilty of two offenses against the ethics of refined
society. First, he invaded the quite Citadel of
woman's influence with all the force of what he thought
was popular sentiment in order to give the public
notice that he too, condemned the crime, and agreed
that theft, robbery and all miscreants should be
punished. "He killed the Bar" and too, he has sought
to enter into the peaceful and inspiring sanctuary of
woman's influence and set himself up as a guide for
public morals and public good. If this modern
"Benedict" is to be the guardian of good society, the
corrector of evils and the promoter of good conduct,
God save the country, the ladies and children.
Second, he has judged and prejudged two christian
societies, and in this way he has used offensive
personalities. When has the example set by the fair
and lovely women or our country lead to such debauchery
as depicted by the citizen who wrote his code of morals
in your last week's issue; surely not in the days of
the present century? Is it possible that the day has
come when he who has fallen into the cesspool of crime
and then is to be excluded from all influence for good
and repentence? And the kind hearted ladies who
venture to give a ray of hope, or expression of
christian sympathy for the down cast, or give her
???????ment and lovely influence for the dawn of a
better and brighter life,shall be branded with using
her influence for woe and misery to posterity? No
echo, answers no, and may God forbid that the day shall
ever come in history of southern chivalry, southern
pride and lovely woman-hood.
Now by way of suggestion, and the permission of Mr.
Citizen, I will say that no act of any lady in all this
southland whose influence is felt from center to
circumference, whether it is a token of christian
sympathy in the giving of flowers or whether it be
eatables, cushion bottom chairs or solemn and earnest
prayers, is unworthy of his emulation.
Benvolence.
A DELIGHTFUL OCCASION. The Ellaville Eclipse Band gave
their first public entertainment, at the Court House,
on last Friday evening, and scored a brilliant success.
The large crowd present seemed in particularly happy
spirits and mirth and good cheer reigned supreme.
Quite a number of married couples lent their presence
and added dignity to the occasion. Prof. Baldwin,
manager of the band received the highest praise for the
splendid arrangement of the programme which proved so
entertaining to the guests. Under his leadership
several beautiful selections were rendered in a manner
truly astonishing, considering the vey short time the
band has been organized. The "Phonograph man" was on
hand and received a liberal patronage. A very pleasing
feature of the evening was the recording of one of the
band pieces. A funnel was attached to the Phonograph,
and the band formed a ring around it, and played one of
their popular airs. In a few moments it was reproduced
on this wonderful invention. At ten! o'clock supper
was announced, in the jury room two long tables were
arranged diagonally with several smaller ones
picturesquilly grouped around the room. With their
snowy coverings and yellow decorations under the soft
lights the effect was lovely. Covers were laid for one
hundred, and the following elegant and elaborate menu
was served in course by the members of the band and
their young lady friends,
OYSTERS
Fried, Stewed, Raw.
Boiled Ham
Roast Turkey
Spring Chicken
Chicken Salad
Salmon Salad
Potato Salad
Mixed Pickles
Assorted Cakes
Ambrosia
Cheese Straws
Hot Coffee
Sweet Milk
Crackers.
There was no stiffness and conventionality, but in a
good, easy, social way the guests lingered over the
tempting viands, the merry conversation, and flow of
sou? with the animated faces, making a bright and
pleasing scene. When supper was over the audience was
favored with some more of the soul stirring music from
the band, and the clocks had chimed the hour of
midnight ere the guest reluctantly departed each one
feeling that the moment had flown by on golden wings.
The band netted $35.00 and the young gentlemen feel
very grateful for the encouragement received. Every
one fortunate enough to have participated in Friday
evening pleasures will be delighted to know that the
Band proposes to give another entertainment at an early
day, and we feel safe in predicting that the attendance
will be very flattering. Prof. Baldwin though quite a
young man has remarkable music talent, and is possessed
of that tact and energy so necessary in successfully
carving out any thing that he! undertakes. He is
taking great interest in teaching the Ellaville Band
and compliments them very highly upon their rapid
progress.
Prof. Whitehurst had Mr. Lingo to make a picture of the
school last Friday. There is a large number of pupils,
it was a difficult matter to crowd them all into one
picture.
Three prominent citizens of Sumter County died
Saturday. Wm.C. Hooks, W.J. Harper, and Mrs. Turner
Dixon. Their remains were interred in Oak Grove
cemetery, Americus.
The friends of Mr. Lawson Gyles of Murray's X Road are
glad to know that he has recovered from a long and
severe attack of pneumonia.
Mr. Charles Lingo a photographic artist came out from
Americus Friday to take a picture of the Ellaville
Band. The young gentlemen with their new and handsome
instruments presented a fine appearance as they faced
the camera, and many were the compliments paid them.
Rutherford Ross, charged with embezzling the funds of
the Southern Express Co. at Americus was tried last
week and acquitted. It will be remembered that $1000
sent from the Planters Bank at this place several
months ago never got farther than Americus and young
Ross was accused of approbiating this (&) other smaller
ammounts to his own use. In the trial it was brought
out that others knew the combination.
A CARD OF THANKS We, the members of the Ellaville
Eclipse Band, desire to tender our sincere thanks to
Misses Leila and Mary Hornady, Lula Murphy, Emmie
Baldwin, Eva Horry and lila Chapman for their kind
services, and the ladies of the town for their
donations Friday night, Feb. 9th.
Ellaville Eclipse Band Ed Cheney, Secty. H.J.
Williams, Pres.
TEACHERS Come forward and contract, at once. I will be
in Ellaville on Saturday. For other business, address
me at Putnam.--J.M. Collum, C.S.C.
THE DRY TICKET WON. Tate, Ga. Feb. 11.----(Special)--
The last election on the whiskey question in Ball
ground resulted in a victory for the dry ticket, and
now the sale of intoxicating liquors is prohibited in
every town, except one on the Marietta and North
Georgia road. Talking Rock is still wet. None of the
towns off the railroads allows the sale of liquor, and
the rural districts are becoming such a network of
schools and churches that, under the three mile law,
there is no spot left for a baroom. A prohibition
fight will be made at Talking Rock.
POISONED BY WHITE ELDER Miss Kate Williams who teaches
the Glen Holly School, has been at the home of her
brother, Mr. J.R. Williams for several days suffering
intensely from being poisoned by white elder. One of
the pupils cut the stiock for a pointer to be used in
blackboard exercises and Miss Williams, in scraping off
the bark got the poison over her hands and face, which
caused them to swell and inflame so that her best
friends would hardly recognize her. Much sympathy is
expressed for popular young lady and she is receiving
many sweet attentions from her friends, who earnestly
hope to see her out very soon.
Tuesday the Bank paid its depositors 49 per cent of the
sum due them. On November 1, 50 percent of the
remainder will be paid, and on Jan. 1, 1895, the
depositors will receive the balance due them.
Certificates bearing 6 percent interest will be issued
on the last two payments.
PERSONAL Mr. E.B. Hornady spent Sunday in Ellaville.
Col. B.S. Miller of Columbus was in Ellaville Sunday.
Miss Claud Livingston has entered school here and is
boarding at Dr. Munro's.
Miss Mittie Myers came in from her school Friday to
visit parents.
Prof. Edward Bridges came from Montezuma Friday evening
to visit the home folks and take in the Band concert.
Misses Cattie Singletary and Minnie Norris of La Crosse
by their presence added much to the pleasure of the
entertainment Friday evening.
Dr. Sam A. Williamson returned Friday from Atlanta,
where he has been for several months taking a course in
Dentistry, an is now prepared to do any kind of dental
work. He has all the latest remedies for the treatment
of diseases of the teeth and mouth. He will be glad to
have his friends call on him at his office in Munro &
Walls drug store. His many friends are glad to see him
back.
MARRIAGE AT LONG CANE Married, at Long Cane, at the
residence of Mr. C.E. Greene, on Wednesday the 7th
inst., Mr, T.J. Wilkinson to Miss Carrie Wilkinson,
Rev. G.S. Turner(?) officiating. Only a few friends
and relatives were present. Mr. Wilkinson is a
resident of Long Cane community and a very highly
esteemed and worthy gentleman. The bride is a handsome
and lovely daughter of Southwest Georgia, her home
being in Ellaville, in Schley County. She is a cousin
of Mr. C.E. Greene. The happy pair left immediately
for a visit to the bride's home. They will reside near
Long Cane.
The Reporter extends congratulations and best wishes--
La Grange Reporter.
The above announcement will be read with interest by
the many friends of the bride who is the charming
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Wilkinson of this county.
She is possessed of all the attributes that go to make
up a noble woman and her groom is to be congratulated
upon winning such a prize. Mr. Wilkinson is a
prosperous farmer of Troup and is in every way worthy
of the womn he has won. May the choicest blessings of
heaven attend them in the new life upon which they have
entered.
end # 7.
The Schley County News Thursday, February 22, 1894
AT THE POINT OF A PISTOL
Mr. Lucious Dixon of La Crosse had a thrilling experience Sunday night with (when?) a mysterious stranger walked up to his gate and called him out and asked to be taken in for the night, Mr. Dixon informed him that he had company and could not accomodate him where upon the man jerked out an ugly revolver and thrust it in his face exclaiming angrily "This will make you open your doors to me." Mr. Dixon was greatly surprised at the unexpected turn of afairs but his wits did not desert him. Telling him to wait till he could see the proprietor, he went in the house and got his Winchester, the sight of which caused the M.S. to change his tune. He claimed to be a revenue officer and said it was not a pistol but hand cuffs he was flourishing around. After making many apologies he was allowed to go his way; but one thing sure if he comes prowling around law abiding citizens, an inquest will be held over his remains.
A CARD OF THANKS
Murray's X Roads, Feb. 20, 1894
Editor Schley County News,
I ask space in your column, to publicly express my
sincere thanks, not only to Him who controls the
destiny of us all, but to those who administered to me
during my severe illness from which I, as I hope, am
just recovering. I as well as Mrs. Giles, feel that
surely no people shared the sympathy of their
neighbors, (and many who lived at quite a distance from
us) more than did we in our affliction, and we hope in
some measure, should it be necessary in the future, to
demonstrate that we are not forgetful of such kindness.
Special mention might be made of those who neglected
their own homes and families, that they might
administer to our wants, but feeling grateful to so
many, it would occupy too much of your space, to
undertake to mention any particular names. Success to
the News, and every deserving enterprise, and every
citizen of the county.--L.A. Giles.
Burglars entered several houses in Americus last
Thursday night. At the home of Mr. Frask Lanier they
secured $300, a part of which was in checks. A sack of
silver in the same room was overlooked. A reward of
$50 has been offered by the Americus Grocery Co. of
which Mr. Lanier is a member.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE. The Hotel de Peacock is being
brightened by a coat of "French" grey paint.
Quite a nice little sum of money has been put in
circulation in Schley Co. by the widows of Confederate
veterans receiving their pensions.
Prof. Herring is teaching an interesting school at
Ebenezer and is very popular with the people in that
section.
Mr. I.L. Lindsay has the finest pair of mules in Schley
County. He purchased them this week of Mr. A.J. Hill.
They were a beautiful iron grey, perfectly matched and
have been very much admired.
Mr. L.P. Clark and Mrs. Mollie Driver were married
yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of the
bride, this county. Rev. R.F. Williamson officiating.
The News extends best wishes.
Mr. John Collins is way ahead of his neighbors when it
comes to gardening. He has english peas, cabbage,
spring turnips, etc. growing beautifully, and will be
feasting on these vegetables before other people have
them well up.
The "Crisp Tennis Club," is the latest innovation in
Ellaville. It was gotten up by young gentlemen who are
ardent admirers of the distinguished Speaker and is
bound to be a success so long as it bears the name that
always carries good luck.
It is very gratifying to the many friends of Carl
Murphy, to know that he is taking such a fine stand at
Emory. Though the youngest member of his class, he
stood at the head in the recent examinations, and every
body in Ellaville is proud of his record.
Mr. Monroe Murray likes occasionally to lay aside the
cares of business and take his pointer dog out to hunt
birds. He says there are large numbers of partridges
around Ellaville, and it is no trouble to bag them.
The local sportsmen are having a good time.
Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Stewart will entertain the members of
the band and their lady friends at their pleasant home
near Ellaville tonight. The band wagon and "city
hacks" will take the crowd out, and the young people
are anticipating the jolliest time imaginable.
Cries, fire!, fire! caused considerable excitement in
town Saturday morning and a crowd soon gathered at Dr.
J.N. Cheney's residence with buckets fire
extinguishers, etc., and found that a blaze was under
good head way in one of the rooms in the second story.
By prompt and efficient work, a serious conflagration
was averted.
NIMRODS ON THE WARPATH A large crowd went out to the
Redding place early Monday morning bird hunting. The
fields had been baited for several days and were alive
with doves. A rapid fuselaide was kept up for several
hours and many of the innocent slain. There are
unusually large numbers of birds of every kind about
here and the hunters knowing that the game law will
very soon go into effect are getting in many hours of
delightful and exhilerating sport.
PERSONAL Mr. Will Clark of Americus was in town Sunday.
Miss Alma Simpson spent Saturday and Sunday at Putnam.
Mr. Frank Montford of Buena Vista was in town Tuesday.
The "Phonograph man" and his family left Ellaville
Sunday night.
Messrs. J.R. Williams and A.J. Hill went up to Buena
Vista, Wednesday.
Mrs. Eugene Dixon has returned from a visit to her
father's family in Americus.
Hon. Allen Fort of Americus was in town Friday on
business of importance.
Prof. Len Baldwin and Mr. A.J. Hill spent Saturday in
Americus.
Miss Cattie Singletary is on an extended visit to
relatives in Hawkinsville.
Miss Kate Williams has recovered sufficiently to resume
her school at Glen Holley.
Mrs. S. McElmurray has returned from a pleasant visit
to Americus and Montezuma.
Messrs. Lucius and Olin Dixon came up early Monday
morning to join the sportsmen.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gaines and Mrs. Chipley and
children visited their father's family this week.
Miss Lula Murphy left Friday for a visit to Miss Lilla
Everette of Ft. Valley. She will be greatly missed by
her Ellaville friends.
Mr. Max Banner, the genial and popular representative
of Kern and Loeb, Columbus, was among his Ellaville
friends Tuesday.
The firm of Collins and Williamson and Co. is composed
of T.A. Collins, J.B. Williamson, E.B. Hornady, we
predict that this firm will by their fair dealings grow
and continue to grow in favor with the public. Mr.
Hornady's experience in the dry goods and notion
business will enable this firm to buy and sell to
please everybody in that particular line, and by paying
cash, which they are able to do, will be a great saving
in the grocery, shoe and hat departments.
Wanted----By a young man of good character, sober and
reliable, in fine circumstances, a lady correspondent,
with a view to matrimony. She must not be over 18
years of age, good disposition and tall with a good
bank account, must be willing to cook, wash and plough
if necessary. Address, Youth, Ellaville, Ga.
end # 8.
The Schley County News Thursday, March 1, 1894 No. 9
Several cases of small pox developed in Atlanta this
week.
Mr. Walter Harris a young saloon keeper of Americus, in
a fit of despondency attempted suicide Monday.
The gold fever is at its height in Lumpkin county and
many rich veins have been discovered.
Rev. W.B. Merritt died at his home near Friendship last
Friday. He was a man of deep learning, a true and
noble citizen.
The Knights of Labor of the United States are about to
start upon a campaign, having for its object the
removal of the negroes from the United States and their
colonization in Africa. A tour of the South will be
made in March, and lectures upon this subject will be
delivered in the principal cities.
ELLAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (Advertisement) Offers superior
advantage to Parents who desire to give their children
a thorough training in the rudimentary br????es, or to
fit them for the college class. A full corps of
competant teachers are in charge and every effort is
being made to place this school foremost among the HIGH
SCHOOLS of the state. Rates of tuition are--Literary
Dept. $1.10 and $2.10 per month. Music $2.30 Art
$2.00. All tuitions are payable at the end of each
month. Good board in private families, can be had at
very reasonale rates. For further information, address
principle, C. Whitehurst A.B. Prin. Miss May Stewart,
Primary Dept. Miss Lila M. Chapman, Music and Art.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Another dove hunt was enjoyed by a
large crowd Tuesday. How many did you kill?
The Ellaville High School is progressing nicely, and
now numbers over one hundred pupils.
We have been requested to announce that a meeting of
the Ellaville Reading Club, which suspended several
months ago, will be held on Friday evening at the home
of Mrs. S.E. Hornady. Important matters of business
will be brought up, and a good attendance is desired.
What to do with tramps is a problem that ought to be
solved. They are becoming entirely too numerous in
this immediate locality. Ellaville is almost daily
visited by representatives of this vast army of idlers.
Mr. Phil Taylor has a lead pencil that will write any
color. You should see it.
Mr. H.C. Greene who has been quite ill for several
weeks is improving.
It is with deepest regret that we learn of the serious
illness of Mrs. Anna Berry Edwards. The tenderest
solicitude is felt for Mrs. Edwards by her many friends
in Ellaville, and all hope to hear of her speedy
recovery.
Maj. E.S. Baldwin has returned from a pleasant visit to
Talbotton where he attended a reception given by Mr.
and Mrs. J.J. Bull on Tuesday evening to celebrate the
fifteenth anniversary of their marriage. Mrs. Bull has
visited Ellaville on several occasions, and is
remembered as a queenly and lovely woman.
TAKEN UP A black but-headed cow, owner can get same at
my place 4 miles south of Ellaville and paying for this
notice. Feb 24th 1894. B.F. Greene.
AN IMPORTANT ACT OF THE COMMISSIONERS The commissioners
of the county have closed a contract with Mr. Wilds of
Atlanta to build a vault in the Court House to secure
the public records of the county. The cost will be
$1200.00 with the priviledge of turning in two safes at
$300, which will leave the sum of $900 to be paid in
money. We think this is a good move on the part of the
commissioners as the safes do not hold more than one
third of the records and should the books be destroyed
there could be no calculating the expense to the county
of the cost of replacing the Code and Acts, and
establishing records of court verdicts and deeds, etc.
PERSONAL Miss Eva Wall is the guest of Mrs. H. S.
Munro.
Mr. George Hill of Garden Valley was in town Monday.
Mr. C.R. McCrory went up to Buena Vista Monday.
Mrs. C.P. Payne and children visited Mrs. H.T.
Arrington this week.
Mrs. P.G. Haigler has returned from a visit to friends
in Leesburg.
Mr. J.W. Pearson our faithful and popular depot agent,
spent Monday out of town.
Prof. Ed Bridges came over from Spaulding to spend
Sunday with his fathers family.
Mrs. Mattie Buchanon and children of Sumter Co. are
spending a few days at the home of Mr. R.C. Wells.
Mr. Lin Bridges who has been attending the Atlanta
Medical College returned home Saturday, with the title
of M.D. attached to his name.
Mr. P.H. Williams has been in Ellaville this week
talking insurance. He represents the Equitable which
is rated as one of the strongest and most influencial
companies in the United States.
A mistake occurred in the marriage notice last week.
Miss Eliza Driver was the bride and not Miss Mollie.
WE MUST HAVE A BANK Some of our most prominent
businessmen speak very hopefully of the prospect for
the banking business to be resumed in Ellaville at an
early day. It has proved too convenient and profitable
to be abandoned, and our people are too enterprising to
think of trying to get along without such an
institution. Of course it will take us some time to
get entirely over our recent misfortune, but there is
no time to waste in useless repining. Let everybody
keep step to the hum of progress. The president and
directors of the Planters Bank deserve much to hear
praise for the creditable manner in which they have
managed the affairs of the bank, since they were left
in such a tangled condition. Bravely and patiently
they have gone about their work with the determination
to meet all demands made upon them, and they are
bringing order out of chaos, to the satisfaction of all
concerned.
A PLEASANT GATHERING Our little neighbor Lowe, the home
of some of Schley's most progressive citizens has been
quite gay during the past week. A number of attractive
visiting young ladies have enlivened society and
several entertainments have been given in their honor.
A candy pulling at the home of Mr. Asa royal on last
Friday evening was greatly enjoyed by the large number
of guests. Among the visitors were Misses Eva Ogburn,
Tronie Dykes, Mattie Kleckley, Annie English.
MUST SERVE HIS SENTENCE Messrs. Hinton and Williams,
attorneys for Robert Heath have worked very hard to
lighten the sentence of their client and the prisoner
all along has been very hopeful of getting a new trial,
but on Tuesday the decision of the Supreme Court was
handed down affirming the judgement of the court below,
and Mr. Heath will be taken to the penitentiary to
serve out his sentence of fifteen years. He is much
depressed over the turn of affairs, and much sympathy
is felt to him as up to the time of the unfortunate
homicide, he has always borne a good reputation and
since his incarceration in our jail, has conducted
himself well.
The following is the decision of the court. The
presiding judge was not obligated to allow the power of
a witness under cross examinatiopn to be tested by
requiring the witness to go to the window and look at
an object on the street which object was not visable to
the judge and jury from the position in the courtroom.
It was not error to charge on the subject of voluntary
manslaughter with essentially (unreadable)... down in
the code for the definition of that offense, the
instrument of the homicide being a long handled shovel
and the mortal blow having been stricken therewith
under circumstances which left the proper grading of
the homicide open to some question. There is no eror
in denying a new trial.
MASONS MOVED SATURDAY The Masonic lodge has been moved
from the second storey of the Academy (to?) upstairs
over Collins, Williamson & Co.'s store. The hall is
large and comfortable and since being cleaned up and
furnished, presents quite a nice appearance. The
interest in this order is increasing and the members
are much pleased with their new quarters, which are
located more conveniently for all who attend. The
meetings will be held on Thursday afternoons to
accomodate those who live at a distance.
TOWN
Mayor--T.A. Collins
Councilmen--W.D. Murray, H.S. Lindsay, H.S. Munro, Arthur Hill, C.L. Peacock
Recorder--A.A. Arrington
Marshall--J.F. Hudson
Treasurer--Claud Dixon
Council meets first Monday night in each month.
COUNTY
Ordinary--T.B. Myers
Clerk, Supr. Court--J.M. Murray
Sheriff--William Allen
Jailer--P.G. Haigler
Tax Collector--C.H. Wulf
Tax Receiver--D.W. Rainey
Treasurer--P.F. Dixon
Surveyor--E.S. Baldwin
County School Commissioner--J.M. Collum
Coroner-- G.W. Marshall
Superior Court--convenes the second Monday in April and October. W.H. Fish, Judge, C.B. Hudson, Sol. General.
Ordinary's Court--First Monday in every month.
County Commissioners--W.D. Murray, V.H. Tondee, T.V. Bridges, A.M. Caskey, G.T. Walker.
Court first Tuesday in each quarter.
end # 9.
There is an excellent article here on how Doyle (in
Marion County) came to be. The reference to the
Vampire that robbed the community would be liquor.
Some time earlier a bill was introduced in the Georgia
legislature by Capt. Robert Patton of Patton (or
Nubbin) Hill district of Schley County that had the
effect prohibiting the sale of liquor almost everywhere
(see
http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/schley/
newspapers/nw1066thegener.txt ). Newspaper pieces I
have read indicate this prohibition movement continued
to grow until by the early 1890's much of Georgia was
becoming dry. I believe this may be the Joe Rogers
household in 1930. 1930 Marion Co. Census Doyle GMD
1539 April 5, 1930
57/62 Rogers, Joe S. Head MW 75 M 30 Ga(all) farmer
Lizzie M. wife FW 61 M 34 Joe S. Jr. son MW 23 S
manager farm Thomas L (relationship blank) MW 21 S
laborer
The Schley County News Thursday, March 8, 1894 No. 10
A MODEL COMMUNITY A few years ago Wigginsville was
synonomous with lawlessness and had an unsavory
reputation all over the county. Its grog shops were
liberally patronized and the place was the scene of
many midnight carousals, but now all is changed. The
Vampire that robbed the community of its good name and
made drunkards of her sons, has been stamped out and
the place has taken a stand second to no community in
intelligence and morality. With the old order of
things the name passed away and the place is now called
Doyle in honor of the lovely and accomplished wife of
Mr. Joe Rogers, this being her middle name. Mr. Rogers
has built a beautiful home here, and has extensive
farming interests, his magnificent crops along the
railroad have attracted no little attention. He also
has a large mercantile business and is known as one of
the most progressive and prosperous men in this
section. Perhaps no one deserves more credit for the
improved state of affairs than Mr. J.M. Persons who
encour! ages everything that is for the upbuilding of
his neighborhood. He has an able champion in Prof.
J.M. Collum, the County School Commissioner of Schley.
Mr. Collum is an up to date teacher and is principal of
the Doyle High School. He is thoroughly in love with
his work; which accounts for his great success. His
school averages 63 as bright and interesting boys and
girls as can be found in Georgia. Miss Lula Buchanan
of Buena Vista teaches a music class in connection with
the school, and is giving perfect satisfaction. She
has ten pupils making fine progress. There are two
churches in the community which are largely attended.
About a half mile from Doyle is Knowlton's Springs,
famous for the health giving properties of mineral
water equal to any in the state. Mr. Charles Knowlton,
a rare genius, has Variety Works and flourishing mills
located here and is doing a thriving business. His two
sons are model young men, being sober, industrious and
reliable. The farmers ! around Doyle are enterprising,
properous and contented, and above all they realize the
importance of giving their children advantages that
will fit them to take them places in the world as
intelligent moral citizens.
EXECUTORS SALE Agreeably to an order of the court of
Ordinary of Schley County, will be sold to the highest
bidder, at the court house door of said county, on the
1st Tuesday in April next within the legal hours of
sale the following property to wit: three acres of
land off of lot No. 101; one acre off of lot No. 110 in
the 29th Dist., and right of way for a mill race or
ditch through the lands of J.M. Gay. All in Schley
County, also gin, feeder, condenser, cotton press,
grist mill and appertinances thereto. Sold as the
property of Dupree Peacock late of said county
deceased. Terms one half payable Oct. 1st and one half
Dec. 1st 1894. This March 5th 1894.---B.T. Peacock and
Z.T. Mott, Exrs.
end # 10.
The Schley County News Thursday, March 15, 1894 No.
11
It is Marion County's time to name the senator for that
district and the Patriot thinks that Col. C.P. Munro of
Buena Vista would be an acceptable candidate.
JURORS DRAWN FOR APRIL TERM The following is a list of
the Jurors drawn for the Spring term of Schley Superior
Court which convenes the 2nd. Monday in April 1894.
Grand Jurrors. E.T. Lightner, S.A. Sellars, R.H.
Slappey, S.J. Allen, Chas. Womack, Kenneth Stewart,
J.J. Snipes, J.W. Snipes, W.W. Childers, M.B. Dunn,
T.F. Rainey, C.A. Thompson, C.R. Tondee, R.T. Bivins,
J.L.B. Ursry, H.J. Williams, T.G. Cheney, Isaac Hart,
E.S. Baldwin, R.M. Rainey, A.L. Jordan, J.H. Sellars,
Z.T. Snipes, T.H. Devane, H.H. Mott, Dupree Peacock,
W.H. Tison, Charles Walters, Arthur Hill, J.S. Womack.
Traverse Jurors W.D. McCorkle, S.M. Murphy, T.J.
Murphy, J.J. Owens, D.C. Davis, W.W. Tidwell, Z.C.
Aldridge, J.D. Autry, J.P. Bridges, Courtey(?) Jones,
L.R. Clark, Henry Stewart, I.J. Harold, J.H. Fulford,
J.H. Tatum, A.L. Glover, J.F. Hudson, J.H. Franklin,
T.J. Pilcher, W.B. Bryant, E.L. Cordell, J.L. Perry,
J.H. Mackey, A.C. Allen, W.T. Myers, J.J. Snipes, Jos.
W. Hearn, C.L. Battle, H.J. Halstead, J.M. Cook, Wyatt
Snider, T.G. Cheney, Aaron Larkin, J.E. Clark, W.J.
Payne, J.R. Walters.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Zeke Wall has 8 through bred durock
jersey pigs for sale; $5 each. Call on or address him
at this place.
Be sure you hear the band and look at the new band
wagon March 16.
Mr. J.M. Gay is very ill at his home in the country.
The skill of physicians seems of no avail, and he is
steadily growing weaker. His family and friends
entertain the gravest apprehensions. Later, Mr. Gay
died this morning.
Mr. Albert Reese spent just four weeks in Ellaville and
carried back to Savannah nineteen more pounds of flesh
than he had when he came. A young lady who has been in
school here just a short while has gained fifteen
pounds. This speaks well for the healthfulness of our
town, don't you think?
We are sorry to learn that Mr. Ed McElmurray is sick.
Little Miss Edith Munro was a pleasant caller at the
"Pintin Offis" Monday.
The ladies of th Baptist Church raffled off a quilt a
few days ago which was won by Miss Eva Berry.
There was considerable wind, rain and hail in Ellaville
Sunday night but no damage was done, except to those
who went in their storm pits and lost a nights sleep.
AMERICUS AND ELLAVILLE There is a strong possibility
that Americus will soon be connected with Ellaville by
telephone. This enterprise will mark a wonderful
stroke of enterprise for both places and will be of
great benefit to the businessmen of Americus as well as
Ellaville; more especially will Americus be benefitted
because of its wholesale business.
Co. Ed Hornady is working to have the telephone a
certainty. He spent yesterday in our city in the
interest of the new line, and stated to the Times
Recorder last night that he had much encouragement.
Many have subscribed liberally and not a few will give
their money to this progressive measure, two gentlemen
have gave $50 a piece.--Times Recorder.
PERSONAL Will Hornady is visiting the homefolk.
Messrs. Ed Cheney and Garrice Haglier went to Americus
Saturday.
Miss Massie Crittenden, a popular young lady of
Shellman is visiting at Mrs. S.E. Hornady's.
Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Wilkinson of Long Cane have been
viiting at the home of Mr. T.H. Wilkinson, near
LaCrosse.
The news comes from Columbus that Mrs. W.H.McCrory who
has been desperately ill, is improving.
Dr. and Mrs. Munro, Miss Mary Hornady and Mr. A.A.
Arrington went down to hear Talmage lecture in Americus
last night.
Messrs. T.A. Collins and Claude Dixon went up to Taylor
County Monday, on business.
Miss Foy, the talented young teacher who presides over
the school at Schley was in town Saturday.
Miss Kate Williams has recovered from her recent
illness and went to her school at Glen Holly Monday.
Sam Bridges taught the school during her absence in a
very acceptable manner.
A welcome visitor to Ellaville this week was Mr. J.A.S.
Baisdn of Atlanta. He was on his way to Florida and
stopped over a few days to visit his aged father who is
quite feeble.
Miss Annie Lewis, a bright and attractive young lady of
Atlanta arrived Saturday night and will be the guest of
her aunt Mrs. J.N.Cheney for several weeks.
THE BANK SHORTAGE Mr. A.L. Reese, the expert bank
accountant who has been in Ellaville for the past month
straightening the books of the Planters Bank, completed
his work last week and returned to his home in
Savannah. The shortage of cashier Clark amounted to
$9500. Instead of being the victim of an unfortunate
deal in cotton futures as his friends believed, he has
been persuing a course of systematic stealing for
several months. He viloated every obligation, betrayed
every trust and is guilty of no less than a dozen
serious crimes. The feeling against Mr. Clark is very
strong and he has sunk very low in public opinion.
Every one believes that he should suffer the full
penalty for his crime, but a wave of piy will mingle
with the storm of indignation when those who know his
weak and vascillating nature, remember that he was
trying to follow in the footsteps of those to whom he
looked for advice and guidance. They were shrewed
enough to evade the clutches of the law and today sit
in hig! h places.
He made a bungling job and is looked upon as a common
thief. The mill of God grinds slow but sure and some
day the shrewed financiers who have defrauded the
honest toilers all over this country of their hard
earned dollar will be made to realize that the way of
the transgressor is harsh.
EIGHT HUNDRED DOVES KILLED.
The bird hunt last Thursday was the greatest of the
season. The nimrods from all parts of the county came
in long before sunup to the "baited" field back of
Capt. Burton's. Below you can see who did the best
shooting.
Names--Shots--Birds
J.M.Murray--181--62
C.R. McCrory--235--56
E.S. Baldwin--113--54
W.T. Myers--99--42
E.A. Dixon--84-40
John Hagler--100-40
Z.T. Mott--87--38
L.E. Tondee--86--36
C. Thompson--120--36
R.Payne--75--28
J. Williamson--80--23
Claude Dixon--105--22
H. Threlkeld--80--22
A.L. Reese--70--22
Cliff Myers--75--21
J.F. Hudson--56--21
R.A. Wiggins--75--20
Jno. Anglin--40--18
Ed Hornady--50--17
A.J. Hill--60--17
H.J. Williams--100--17
Jno.Cheney--60--15
V.H. Tondee--70--14
G.P. Hagler--90--15
F.M. Devane--??--14
Cleve Davis--100--12
Arthur Hill--40--8
J. Williams--114--8
Bob Tondee--55--6
E. dixon--6--6
Tom Hixon--18--4
John Kleckly--??--3
Chas. Womack--??--2
Will Lumpkin--30--3
Col. C.W. Hancock, the veteran editor has undertaken
the task of getting out a book that will be of great
interest to people in Georgia. It will be a historical
collection of facts, traditions, biographical sketches,
anecdotes, etc. covering a period of forty years 1854
to 1894. The counties intended to be embraced in this
book are Sumter, Schley, Marion, Stewart, Webster,
Terrell, Lee, Dooly, Macon and Randolph.
LEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS Georgia Schley County To whom it
may concern, Z.T. Mott having in due form applied to
the undersigned for letters of guardianship of the
person and property of Katie C. Mott and Lucy A. Mott,
minoe children of Z.T. Mott. Notice is hereby given
that his application will be heard at my office on 1st
Monday in Feb. 1894. Given under my hand and official
signature, this Dec. 16th 1894.--T.B. Myers, Ordinary,
S.C.
end # 11.
The Schley County News Thursday, March 22, 1894 No.
12
A GRAND SUCCESS Under the direction of Prof. Len
Baldwin, the Ellaville Eclipse comedy company appeared
before the foot lights for the first time on last
Friday evening at the court house, in the drama
entitled "The Heroic Dutchman of 76," and made a great
hit. Without exageration it was the best performance
ever given in Ellaville, and we have seen higher priced
shows by professional troupes that were not near so
good. The fine audience was captured at the beginning
and held throughout th evening. There was just enough
blending of pathos and comedy interspersed with wit and
humor to keep the interest at the highest pitch. While
there was a remarkable absence of hitches (and)
blunders, that so often ruins an amateur performance.
Mr. Arthur Hill, as Col. Brown, the old soldier, was
equal to all the requirements of his part, and did more
clever acting. Ed Cheney made a distinguished looking
officer. His uniform was greeted by murmurs of
admiration. He acted the part of the haughty
uncompromising military man to perfection. J.W. Pearson
was admirably suited to the character he assumed and
the handsome rebel captain in his dashing blue uniform
had the sympathy of the entire audience.
Miss Lila Chapman, a daughter of Col. Brown, was
attired in a costume that enhanced the brilliant
brunette beauty and she made such a charming sweetheart
it was no trouble for Zeke Wall as gay Captain Lile to
play the devoted lover. Their little tete tete's were
gone through with as naturally as though they had no
audience. Mr. Wall made a striking appearance as a
soldier, and received many compliments. Ford Stewart
assumed the title role and made such a realistic
Dutchman that it was easy to believe that he was "Just
over from the old country." He never failed to be in
the right place at the right time and "Ze Dutchman"
always caught the crowd while his witty sayings kept
everybody in fine humor. Sam Bridges as the colored
servant of the Brown's carried his part through
splendidly and was one of the favorites of the evening.
His donning the colors of the two regiments and posing
as sentinel brought down the house. No one else could
have acted Tom, the British Corpo! ral so well as did
John Cheney. He had a hard part to play but went
through without any trouble, Miss Bessie Cheney as May,
the other daughter of Col. Brown, assumed the most
important and difficult role, but she sustained her
part throughout in a highly creditable manner. Her
defiant attitude towards Maj. Jones who held her as
prisoner and her faithfulness to her rebel lover in the
midst of peril was fine acting and held the audience
entranced. She made a pretty little rebel and received
unstinted praise.
The most effective scene was in the second act when
Harry Walters surrounded by British soldiers, was
brought back to be hung as a spy. There was a
deathlike stillness, save the soft music that floated
mournfully through the hall. The sad expression of the
prisoner and the whole scene seemed so real that many
eyes were wet with tears. The play contains many lofty
sentiments and the whole tenor of it was elevating. A
very unique character was introduced between the first
and second acts, and everyone agreed that Mr. Ed
Hornady made a fine old darkey "Uncle Rastus" funny
sayings and local hits were greatly enjoyed. His
rendition of an original poem with drum accopaniment
was one of the best things of the evening.
The Overture, "Silverado," by the Ellaville Brass
Quartette, was brilliant and complete. The audience
was surprised and delighted and gave such a hearty
encore that they were forced to respond and played a
lively galop. Mr. Whitehurst in a few well chosen
remarks, gracefully introduced Miss May Stewart who
held the closest attention of the audience while she
recited "Uncle Remus at the telephone." This was a
different undertaking but she (im)personated widely
different characters with charming ruse and grace, and
received the highest ??? ???.
Miss Nell Morgan of Americus appeared in a quaint
empire gown and told the story of the "Old oli can" in
a sweetly modulated voice with a touch of pathos that
aroused the tenderset emotion. The Eclipse Mazurka,
composed by Prof. D.N. Baldwin, and dedicated to the
band was rendered between the fourth and fifth acts and
the performance closed with a beautiful selection "Long
Shot March." The music was excellent and the band was
unable to respond to the frequent encores. Between
acts lemonade was dispensed. The proceeds of the
entertainment amounted to $67.00.
Dr. Sam Williamson acted as usher and handled the large
crowd in a highly satisfactory manner. In fact
everything passed off smoothly and creditably and a
more delighted audience never assembled. Prof. Len
Baldwin is himself possessed of dramatic talent of a
high order and to his splendid management is due the
credit for the success of this entertainment.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Mr. J.M. Gay, notice of whose death
appeared in last week's News, was buried at his home
near Fellowship last Friday.
Winston Dixon of LaCrosse who is a student in the
M.G.M. and A. college in Milledgeville is making fine
progress and is much pleased with the school. The
Schley County News pays him weekly visits.
Mrs. Burton came very near being run over by the train
last Friday morning. She and Capt. Burton were walking
on the track, when the morning train came around the
curve so quickly they barely had time to jump off the
track before the train went thundering by.
The grove in front of Capt. Burton's has been cleaned
up, the grass burned off and it possible it is more
beautiful than before. An early morning walk through
this sylvan retreat would make a ????? feel that the
world is full of joy and life well woth living.
The telephone line between Ellaville and Americus is
almost assured. The business men of our sister city
have manifested considerable interest in the
enterprise, and several have subscribed liberally. It
is probable that the line will be extended to Buena
Vista.
Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Strange moved this week from Columbus
to east Point, Ga.; where they will in the future
reside. They have many warm friends in Ellaville to
wish them success and happiness in their new home.
Turpentine kindling for sale, cheap. Apply at this
office.
REV.DAVID APPERSON DEAD Old Uncle David Apperson, one
of the best citizens of Schley Co. died at eleven
o'clock Monday night. His death was no surprise to his
friends, as he has been very feeble for months. He was
86 years of age and has lived for a long time in this
county. Being a minister of the Free Will Baptist
Church, he traveled over the country a great deal and
made a large circle of friends. He took lively
interest in every thing that was well informed on the
current topics of the day. Loyal to his God, true to
every trust, he has gone to the reward that awaits the
faithful.
FOR FIFTEEN LONG YEARS Monday, J.N. Carns, a guard from
the Chatahoochee Brick Yards, came in a hack from
Americus to take Robert Heath to the convict camp where
he will serve out his sentence of fifteen years for
manslaughter. The prisoner begged piteously to be
allowed to go without handcuffs, which request the
guard of course could not grant. He was so overcome
with emotion that he followed the officers out of the
jail without so much as saying good-bye to the other
inmates. There are five prisoners awaiting trial at
the April term of Court.
ALMOST A SERIOUS BLAZE It took heroic work to save the
Peacock House from destruction by fire Saturday
afternoon. When discovered large volumes of smoke were
issuing from the room in the north wing of the building
over the kitchen, which is occupied by a porter. In
the room was a desk filled with papers and it is
supposed that the rats got hold of matches and set them
afire. A lamp on the desk exploded and the oil added
fury to the flames. A large crowd with extinguishers,
buckets of water ?et, had hard work to get the fire
under control. The desk in the room was burned
completely up and Morris Moye lost ten dollars in
money.
PERSONAL Mr. Olin Dixon was in town Sunday.
Miss Maggie Caskey visited Ellaville friends last week.
Mrs. Ware of Leesburg is visiting her cousin Mrs. P.G.
Haigler.
Mr. Fred Greene of Florida visited relatives in
Ellaville this week.
Messrs. Ed Cheney and Sam Williamson went up to Buena
Vista Tuesday.
Mrs. L.W. Dixon of LaCrosse visited relatives in
Ellaville last week.
Miss Lila Chapman spent Sunday in Columbus, with her
parents.
Miss Lula Murphy returned Friday from a delightful
visit to Fort Valley.
Mr.and Mrs. Webster Bagley of Americus were in
Ellaville Sunday.
Mr. Robert Howe of Sumter City spent Sunday at the home
of Hon. W.D. Murray.
Prof. Robt. Glover who teaches an ineresting school at
Concord, spent Sunday in Ellaville.
Messrs. Ben Reese and Horace Munro came down from Buena
Vista to the show Friday night.
Mrs. J.N. Scarborough, Mr. and Mrs. Will Carter and
Miss Stella Scarborough spent Sunday at Capt. Burton's.
Miss Eva Rainey, a pretty and popular young lady from
Ebenezer spent several days in Ellaville this week.
Mrs. Ella Park who attended her father Mr. J.M. Gay in
his illness, returned to her home in Newnan, Monday.
Miss Nora Pound, Buena Vista's talented music teacher
came down Friday to visit her friend Miss May Stewart
at Dr. Munro's.
Prof. L.D. Lockhart and wife came up from Americus to
the entertainment, and were guests of Dr. and Mrs. W.D.
Sears.
Col. and Mrs. James Dodson and their little daughter
Mattie Lewis Dodson of Americus visited the family of
Mr. R.C. Wells last week.
Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Hudson, Mrs. Cato and Mrs. T.J.
Baisden came up rom Americus Tuesday to attend the
burial of their uncle, Judge T.B. Myers.
Messrs. John Hudson, Will and Tom Tooke, were the
representatives from Lacrosse Sunday. Some of our
attractive visitors were responsible for their visit to
Ellaville.
Misses Nell Davis, Nell Morgan and Charlie Wynn Baisden
returned to Americus Monday, after a short visit to
their Ellaville friends. These charming young ladies
are very popular in Ellaville, and received many
pleasant attentions during their brief stay.
SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING Judge T.B. Myers fell dead
upon the street in front of Cheney & Co's Drug store
Monday evening at 7 o'clock. For several days he
complained of not feeling well but no one apprehended
anything serious and his death was a terrible shock.
Dr. Cheney was one of the first to reach him and saw at
once that life was extinct though many hoped that it
was only a fainting spell and made every effort to
restore animation. Mr. Myers was one of the most
popular men in the county and had he not been the
victim of drink might have been one of the most useful
men. He was 55 years of age and had been many times
honored with public trust. For seventeen years he was
sherriff and at one time represented this county in the
Legislature. He was at the time of his death serving
his second term as Ordinary. Uniformly kind and
courteous, he won the esteem of all. To the orphan
nieces left to his charge, he acted the part of the
tender loving father. No one but God knows what a good
brother h! e was to me, sobbed the broken hearted
sister, at whose house he found home, and love and
encouragement. No word of reproach ever escaped his
lips, and no matter how far he wandered, her arms were
always about him. Her devotion was beautiful. No one
deplored his weakness more than did the unfortunate
man. Only last week he wept bitterly as he reviewed
his life and realized that he had gone too far to ever
redeem his manhood. But he was firm in his
determination to give up drink, and the effort cost him
his life.
It may be that the high resolve to break the chains
that bound him was but an answer to the ceaseless
prayers of those who loved him. Let us hope that the
poor weak, erring soul, struggling in the grasp of a
power too strong for human aid, breathed a prayer to
heaven: "Other refuge have I none Hangs my helpless
soul on thee, Leave, oh leave me not alone." It needed
but this to bring the pitying savior. to lift him up to
be with Him in Paradise. A very large concourse of
friends followed the remains to their last resting
place, and the church bells never tolled a sadder
funeral. It was the grave of blighted hope, and love
and joy and promise of bright ambition drowned in the
wine cup. His life and death is a sermon may it prove
a warning to those who have just started on the road to
ruin and a beacon light to show them the jagged rocks
in the awful abyss.
The tenderest sympathy is felt for the bereaved.
(Transcriber's note: Thomas B. Myers served as a
private in Co. G, 5th Ga. Inf., The Schley Guards,
enlisting May 11, 1861 and surrendering at Greensboro,
N.C., April 25, 1865.)
end # 12
The Schley County News Thursday, March 29, 1894 No.
13
SCHLEY COUNTY Schley County is composed of territory
cut off from Sumter, Marion and Macon Counties. I was
organized in 1858, and named for one of the old
Colonial Governors of Georgia; Governor Schley.
Its location is Southwest-Central. Area 1?0 square
miles. General features, hilly, interspersed with
level plateau. The soil is very fertile all over the
county, but varies in color, some places being red
clay, some dark brown, very sticky in wet weather, some
peebly and some sandy, under-laid with clay subsoil.
Cotton, corn, sugar-cane, oats, peas, potatoes,
pumpkins, melons, rice, wheat, rye, barley, peanuts,
and chufas, peaches, pears, prunes, pomegranites,
plums, apples, apricots, quinces, cherries, grapes,
mulberries, strawberries, raspberries, goose berries,
beets, cabbage, cucumbers, squashes, tomatoes, turnips
and other field, orchard and garden products grow here
to perfection.
Fruit culture is claiming the attention of many of our
most progressive farmers. Thousands of young trees
have been put out and this is sure to be one of the
most important industries of Schley Co. The waste
places in old field and forrest abound in wild fruits.
Besides the native crab; crowfoot and other grasses,
many of the best varieties of imported grasses do well
here, especially Barmuda, herdsblue and orchard grass.
The no fence law prevails in the county, yet stock
raising is rapidly becoming one of the leading
industries of the county, some of the finest horses in
the South are raised here, and the rich golden butter
and sweet country hams that are daily brought to market
by bthe farmers of Schley, could not be beaten
anywhere. Cotton is the money crop of the county, but
happily the day has past and forever gone when the
people of Schley depended on other sections for their
meat and bread. Nearly every farmer in the county
makes plenty of corn and bacon for home consumption and
many of them make a surplus to sell. No particular
attention is given to poultry raising, yet the people
have all they want for home use and help to supply
other markets with chickens and eggs.
The health of the county is excellent, the average
elevation being nearly two thousand feet above sea
level and drainage is generally good, an epidemic of
any diseases, was never known here.
The farming people typically are intelligent,
cultivated and refined as any agricultural people in
the world. The county is dotted with school houses and
churches.
LOCAL AND OHERWISE The morning train from Americus was
delayed for several hours Monday morning by a box car
jumping the track at LaCrosse. No damage done.
In this weeks issue of the News will be found the card
of Dr. H.S. Munroe who is in the race for Ordinary.
Dr. Munroe is thoroughly identified with the people of
Schley and fully competent to fill the office in a
highly creditable manner.
The three year old baby of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Murray
came near being seriously burned Tuesday night. While
his sister was undressing him fo bed, the rocking chair
in which she was sitting overturned and the child fell
face forward into the fire. Mr. Murray was fortunately
in the room and quickly rescued the little fellow. He
was painfully burned but we are glad to know that his
injuries are not serious.
Material for the vault to be built in the court house
is at the depot, and the work will soon begin. The
Commissioners did a wise thing in providing for a safe
place to keep the County records, etc. Only a few days
ago the Heard County court house was burned with all
the records and the loss is ??????. The same thing
could happen in Schley and every body will be the
easier when the valuable documents are safely stored in
a fire proof vault.
12 photographs for 75 cents, or 6 for 50 cents. If
this strikes you just send the stated amount with
photograph, not tin type, and I will forward pictures
neatly and nicely finished to you. O.E. Christopher,
Buena Vista, Ga.
In another column will be found the announcement card
of Mr. Phil Taylor, who is a candidate for Ordinary.
Mr. Taylor needs no introduction to the people of
Schley having been reared in the county. For a year
and a half he was associated with Judge Myers in the
Ordinary's office and is fully qualified to discharge
the duties of said office.
Mr. B.F. Green wishes it understood that he is not a
candidate for Ordinary.
TO FILL THE UNEXPIRED TERM It is thought that Col. J.B.
Hudson will be appointed to fill the unexpired term of
his father, Sol. C.B. Hudson. He is undoubtedly the
choice of a majority of the people of the Southwestern
circuit. Col. F.A. Hooper of Americus is also a
candidate and has influential friends who are working
hard to secure the place for him. Mr. Hudson's Schley
county friends are interesting themselves in his behalf
and are very anxious for him to receive the
appointment.
PERSONAL Mr. C.C. Shepherd of Sumter Co. was in town
Saturday.
Miss Hattie Tondee of Americus spent a few days in
Ellaville this week.
Prof. Ed Bridges of Spaulding was a visitor to
Ellaville Sunday.
Prof. C. Whithurst made a short visit to his old home
at Gordon this week.
Mr. J. Monroe Murray went up to Putnam Sunday to attend
church at Good Hope.
Messrs. John Kleckly, A.J. Hill, and G.W. Cone spent
Tuesday in Americus.
Mr. Walter Chapell and his sister Miss Lillie were
guests at the home of Mr. R.C. Wells this week.
John Cheney Jr. contemplates taking a trip to LaCrosse
Sunday. This announcement is made in order that
suitable preparation be made to receive the
distinguished gentleman.
Mrs. Fannie Noel Croxton of Danville, Va. spent Tuesday
with her friend Mrs. H.S. Munro. She was accompanied
by her niece Willa, the pretty litle daughter of Mr.
W.O. Strange.
Croft Bros., sign painters, did some artistic work on
the show windows of Collins Williamson & Co.'s store
Saturday. The Hotel was also prettily decorated.
Dr. J.N. Cheney, Messrs. T.J. Murphy, C.R. McCrory and
John Anglin went over to Cedar Creek fishing last week.
They brought back 30 pounds of suckers and trout.
FOR ORDINARY At the earnest solicitation of many
friends in different parts of the county, I announce
myself a candidate for Ordinary, of Schley Co., and
respectfully solicit your support. Phil E. Taylor
TO THE VOTERS OF SCHLEY Yielding to the persistent
solicitations of many friends, I announce myself a
candidate for Ordinary of Schley Co., subject to the
Democratic nomination. If elected I will perform the
functions of the office to the best of my ability.--
H.S. Munro.
Mr. Munroe Murray made some fine shots Monday evening.
Dr. Cheney had seven partridges in a box which he
turned loose in the field below the Depot for him to
shoot, he agreeing to pay ten cents for every one he
missed, six shots brought down six of the birds. The
last time the gun failed to fire and the seventh bird
got away.
"AFTER LIFE'S FITFUL FEVER" The death of Solicitor C.B.
Hudson, which occured at his home in Americus last
Thursday night was a great surprise to every one, save,
perhaps, his physicians and nearest relatives. The
announcement caused genuine sorrow to many hearts in
the county, where he was well known and highly
esteemed.
Charles Britton Hudson was born in Baldwin County, Ga.
in 1827. When a young man he moved to Schley Co. where
he began the practice of law. He was married in 1851
to Miss Mary Wood who died several years ago leaving
four grown children. His second marriage was to Mrs.
Josephine Royal, Mr. Hudson served during the war as
lieutenant of that gallant company Schley Guards (Co.
G, 5th Ga. Inf.) who battled so bravely for southern
independence. Possessed of rare mental endowments and
indomitable industry, he met with success in every
undertaking and filled the high offices to which he was
called with seg?nal ability. No breath of suspicion
was ever raised against his private honesty or public
integrity. He scorned the meanness of little souls and
was ever ready to defend the weak and oppressed. In
all the gentle humanities of life, he had the
tenderness of a woman enshrined in the heart of a man.
He was truly the friend of the poor and needy, always
endeavoring to be guide! d by the teaching of the
golden rule. Could the charities he dispensed year by
year be recalled they would fill a bright page. The
hurricane of temptation swept down upon this brilliant
man in public life, and engulfed him in the whirlpool
of intemperance, but be it said to his honor, his voice
was ever raised against this evil and his warnings
doubtless saved others from a fate like this. The many
seeds of kindness silently and unostentatiously dropped
by his hand blossom into beautiful flowers, as we
contemplate his life and they cover many human
frailties. The members of the Americus and other
friends, accompanied the sorrowing relatives on their
sad mission to Ellaville and a larger crowd is seldom
seen in our city of the dead than that which stood
around the grave of Solicitor Hudson. Rev. R.F.
Williamson conducted the short funeral services. It
seemed ???? that he who loved flowers and all the
beautiful things of life should sleep beneath a bank of
fragrant bloss! oms, the offerings of loving friends.
FROM SUMMER HEAT TO FREEZING POINT Last week was the
warmest spell for the season that Georgia has known in
25 years and vegetation was fairly booming out Sunday.
The cold wave from the Northwest blighted and blackened
the early gardens and the fruit crop. Reports from all
over the south show that the calamity is wide spread.
The melon growers have suffered great loss and the
strawberry crop is ruined. Peaches and pears are
entirely destroyed. The thermometer went down to 25
degrees in Ellaville, the coldest weather we've had
this winter. The farmers say the oats are not injured
except where they were jointed. Wheat crop
considerably damaged. The cold extended into Florida
doing great dameage to the orange crop and truck farms.
(Transcriber's note: The freeze in Florida was one of
the worst on record and very nearly wiped out the
citrus industry in a single day.)
After the freeze, the merchants telegraphed at once for
seed potatoes to replant the crop, but have been unable
to get any. It will be bad sure enough, to go through
the summer without Irish potatoes.
end # 13.
The Schley County News Thursday, April 5, 1894 No. 14
The fourth annual reunion of the United Confederate
Veterans Association will convene in Birmingham, April
25 and 26. It will be the largest gathering of ex-
confederates held since the war.
The People's party will meet tomorrow to nominate a
candidte for Ordinary.
Artistic painting on the hotel has been admired. The
colors harmonize beautifully.
Frank Montford of Buena Vista was in town Monday. He
and Maj. Baldwin ???? a good lot of cotton from the
warehouse.
Two handsome upright pianos will be in two of the
pretiest homes in town this week. Messrs. J.H. Kleckly
and T.A. Collins purchased them from ?????.
Rev. W.W. Tidwell and Mr. W.D. Murray and others, who
had oats in the "boot" cut them after the freeze last
week to feed to the stock.
A very pleasnt party went out to Dozier's mill Monday,
wrapped in heavy cloaks and comfortable buggy robes to
angle for the finny tribe. Despite the very cool
weather, they had a most delightful time but only two
little minnows were brought back, the following young
ladies and gentlemen composed the party. Misses Minnie
Lewis, Eva Berry, Lula Murphy, Mary Hornady. Messrs.
H.J. Williams and Arthur Hill.
PERSONAL Mr. Will Clark was in town Sunday.
Mr. Ford Stewart went up to Buena Vista Sunday.
Mr. E.B. Hornady returned home Saturday from Atlanta.
Col. C.R. McCrory went up to Columbus Monday on legal
business.
Miss Leila Hornady and Mr. A.J. Hill spent Wednesday
with friends in Americus.
Mr. J.N. Scarborough and little daughter Leila spent
Sunday with relatives in Ellaville.
Rev. D.F. Riley, the popular pastor of the Buena Vista
Methodist church spent Monday with Rev. R.F.
Williamson.
Mrs. G.C. Williams went down to Albany Friday to visit
her daughter Mrs. J.H. Davis. She will remain until
after Chatauqua.
Prof. Len Baldwin returned Sunday evening from a two
weeks visit to Newnan and Atlanta. His trip was
greatly enjoyed, particularly the twelve days spent in
the Gate City.
Messrs. Len Baldwin and Ed Cheney went up to Buena
Vista Tuesday to arrange for the play to be presented
at Literary League Hall Friday evening.
THE TELEPHONE A SURE SUCCESS In a few days more we can
talk with the people of Americus over fifteen miles or
more of wire. This new enterprise puts Ellaville and
LaCrosse one more step forward and little ahead of her
sister towns of equal size and larger. Of course
Americus will reap a benefit and Ellaville and LaCrosse
will have a long needed convenience. After the
telephone line is completed, look out for Mr. Hornady's
new water works for Ellaville. Then next comes
electric lights.
end # 14
The Schley County News Thursday, April 12, 1894 No.
15
THE HIGH SCHOOL JOURNAL Published Weekly Oh how glad we
school girls and boys are to see dear old Spring
approaching us again, with its bright and shining rays
of light, which keeps our hearts and faces all aglow.
When we enter the school room every mornimg our teacher
always greets us with a smiling face and a courteous
"good morning."
We study very hard during school hours, but when recess
comes we are greatly refreshed under the lovely shade
trees on the beautiful grass. We have a short exercise
on every Friday afternoon for the benefit of our
school, on last Friday we had compositions and
recitations by the girls and also a spelling match.
Horace Stewart and Homer Collins were appointed to
chose sides. The honors were given to Horace's side.
On next Friday afternoon we will have speeches by the
boys.
There were only five visitors out last Friday but we
hope there will be more next time. Not only do we give
you special invitation to attend these Friday
afternoons but you are cordially invited to come in at
any time and see what we are doing.
If you are one of those who believe our school is
merely a love school and play frolic, all I ask of you
is to visit it and I think we can convince you before
you leave that there is not a bit of love in it, except
for our teacher and I can assure you that each and
every one of us dearly love him.
I would like to say that "Specimen" was very wrongly
informed about the crowd at Lumpkin Spring having to
buy their dinner, for I was one among that crowd and
know exactly what was carried on at that place, of
course we sent back to town and bought some lemons and
made some lemonade.
Mr. Whitehurst has offered a prize in our spelling
class to the one who gets the most head marks, the
prize is a nice book which will be worth reading.
Those who were so fortunate as to get head marks last
week were: Alma Simpson, Kit Tyson and Claud Baldwin.
"Oh! do catch me down there," was the cry heard from
one of the larger girls last week as she came tumbling
down the stairway, but we are glad to say she received
no serious injuries.
John when you have broken your shoes and pants, we will
be glad to have you back again at school.
If you see anyone inquiring for a good school to send
their children to, but point out to them the Ellaville
High School which ranks fourth as the best managed
school throughout the whole country.--K.T.(Kittie
Tison?)
NINE CENTS A DOZEN When ever were eggs so plentiful and
so cheap in Columbus? At all the stores, the market,
and on the streets, there is an abundance of them, and
they are selling at the remarkably low price of nine
cents per dozen. Every body can eat eggs when they are
so cheap and surely there's nothing more delightful and
palatable. Last year at one time, eggs in Columbus
sold as low as 10 cents, but 9 cents is an unusual and
remarkably low price. The country seems flooded with
them, and every wagon brings quantities to the city.
Enquirer-Sun.
HOSPITABLE BUENA VISTA An audience that filled almost
every seat in the Literary League Hall, welcomed the
Eclipse Comedy Company to Buena Vista Friday evening
and every one who went from Ellaville was highly
delighted with the trip. It was feared that having to
substitute characters and use a different stage would
demoralize the troupe but the different parts were
sustained in a very creditable manner.
Dr. Sam Williamson had only one or to rehearsals but
went through surprisingly well. It is the opinion of
some who witnessed both that this was not quite up to
the first performance but the Buena Vista audience was
very appreciative and the manner in which every feature
was received was a marked compliment to each one of the
actors. The greater part of the crowd stopped at the
Reece house and were entertained in that pleasant style
that has made this hotel so popular with the traveling
public. Several of the young ladies were entertained
by friends in the city. While the kindness of every
one is appreciated, the visitors feel especially in
debted to Mesdames McCorkle, Drane, Scoville, and Lowe.
Misses Lowe and Drane, Messrs. Munro, Peacock, Mauk,
Reece, Rushin and Wiggins for courtesies that made
their stay so enjoyable. We hope our Buena Vista
friends will very soon give us the opportunity to
reciprocate their kindness. The flattering
expression(s) about the entertai! nment were very
gratifying to those who worked hard to make it a
success. The proceeds amounted to $55.00.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Mr. Chas. Fricker of Americus was
in town Tuesday on business.
Pomegranite bushes were killed to the ground by the
recent freeze.
No good democrat can afford to stay a way (from) the
poles Saturday.
Miss Kate Williams will close her school at Glen Holly
Friday night with a concert.
The show windows of Munro and Wall's attractive drug
store have been ornamented with gilt lettering.
Mr. Albert Rees came up Tuesday from Americus. He is
an important witness against cashier Ed Clark.
A select crowd will picnic at Williamson's fish pond
Saturday, and it goes without saying that they will
have a pleasant day.
A committee from among the best singers was appointed
Sunday to arrange music for the Sunday School
Celebration the second Saturday in May. Mrs. C.
Whitehurst will preside at the organ and will be
assisted in the music by Mrs. H.S. Munro, Mrs. J.R.
Williams, Mrs. R.M. Murphy, Misses Lila Chapman and
Emmie Baldwin. It is their desire to make this one of
the pleasant features of the occasion and both the
schools should co-operate with them and render every
assistance possible.
THE PEOPLE'S PARTY NOMINEE Last Friday the People's
Party met and nominated a candidate for Ordinary.
There were only two in the race, Mr. Charles Womack and
R.E.L. Eason. 126 votes were polled, Mr. Womack
received a good majority. The People's Party realizes
that their cause is weakening and they are putting in
some good work this week to rally their forces for one
more battle. Democrats see to it that you are not
caught napping.
PERSONAL Mr. P.H. Williams of Americus was in town this
week.
Mr. and Mrs. George Hill visited Mr. Elbert Hill's
family this week.
Editor Bascom Myrick of the Times Recorder was in town
Wednesday.
Col. and Mrs. J.F. Hixon were guests of Mr. T.V.
Bridges' family this week.
Mrs. G.W.C. Munro returned to Putnam Monday morning
after a pleasant visit to Ellaville.
Misses Eva Wall, Stella and Kittie Tison were among the
charming visitors to Ellaville Sunday.
Miss May Stewart returned Sunday evening from a short
visit to her friend Miss Pound of Buena Vista.
Messrs. Talmadge and Cone who have done a good deal of
painting about town left Ellaville Monday night.
Prof. L.D. Lockhart and wife were in Ellaville this
week, the guests of Dr. and Mrs. W.D. Sears.
Col. G.P. Munro who will be the next Senator from this
district has been attending court this week. The many
friends of this rising young lawyer would be glad if
Schley had the priviliege of casting a vote for him.
Col. C.W. Hancock of Americus was in Ellaville this
week soliciting subscribers to a book he proposes to
publish at an early day. This book will be of special
interest to people of Schley, Sumter and adjoining
counties and we hope Col Hancock will receive
sufficient encouragement to warrant the publication of
the work.
RESULT OF SATURDAY'S MEETING The three democratic
contestants for the office of Ordinary were on hand
Saturday morning with their friends when the polls
opened and the voting was quite spirited all day. All
the candidates were working for the votes at LaCrosse
too. The polls were not opened at any of the other
precincts. When the votes were counted it was found
that Phil E. Taylor had a small majority and he was
declared the nominee.
The Democrats polled 393 votes which gives them a
majority of 267. The other candidates bore their
defeat very gracefully, and immediately pledged Mr.
Taylor their hearty support. In the election Saturday,
the democrats should not be satisfied with less than
three or four hundred majority, and if every one does
his duty they can easily get it. Mr. Taylor is a
deserving man. Perfectly sober and reliable, and well
qualified to fill this important office.
end # 15
The Schley County News Thursday, April 19, 1894 No 16
A PROCLAMATION
Georgia
By W.J. Northern, governor of said state.
Whereas,
Official information has been received at this
department that, on or about the 20 of December 1893,
in the county of Schley, Henry Oats shot, with a
pistol, Minnie Lee Porter, inflicting a wound from the
effects of which she has since died, and that the said
Oats fled from justice. I have thought proper,
therefore, to issue this my Proclamation, here by
offering a reward of $150.00 for the apprehension and
delivery of said HenryOats to the Sheriff of said
county and state. And I do moreover charge and require
all officers in this state, Civil and Military, to be
vigilent in endeavoring to apprehend the said Henry
Oats in order that he may be brought to trial for the
offense with which he stands charged.
Given under my hand and Seal of State, this the 13 day
of April 1894. W.J. Northern, Gov. By the governor,
Phil Cook, Sec. of State.
A GRAND PICNIC AT BUCK CREEK Tuesday morning early, the
Ellaville Eclipse Band Wagon, drawn by 4 fine bay
horses, was seen with a jolly crowd of young ladies and
gentlemen going to Buck Creek to spend the day in the
woods. It was indeed a pleasant trip.
The dinner was elegant, and I am sorry to say some of
the young men were so unfortunate as to partake too
freely of the dinner and the consequense is somebody is
sick.
Mr. H.J. Williams had the sad misfortune to fall out of
the band wagon, but with all that he caught the fish he
was fishing for. Mr. Ed Cheney was also unfortunate.
The ground flew up and hit him. Mr. A. Hill is not
bold at all. Zeke Wall is too bold. Dr. Len Bridges
likes potato custard. Also Dr. John Cheney and little
Foster were with us, and Foster had a fine time playing
horse on Len Baldwin's back. There was one young man
in our party a certain young lady held the strings on.
The crowd had an immense time, and returned home at 8
p.m. with very pleasant memories of the picnic.
Mrs. J.N. Cheney gave much pleasure to the day by the
pleasant and affable manner in which she chaperoned the
happy little party.
IMPORTANT CASES DISPOSED OF AT COURT The cases of four
negro prisoners were disposed of last week, and J. Ed
Clark is now the only inmate of the jail. Considerable
interest centered in the case of Clark. Five true
bills were brought against him and the case was called
Wednesday, but was continued on the plea that Mr. Clark
was physically unable to be brought to the court room.
The following are the most important cases tried.
Charles H. McCall, M.S. Statum Trans. VS I. Hart,
et al deft. and M.E. Hart Clamt., FiFa, Levy and Claim.
Dismissed at defts. cost.
Frank W. Stauley(Stanley?), sole legatee & Etc. VS
Theo. Davis, FiFa levy and claim. Case continued.
Cleora Whight VS Sarah Jane Ingram Foreclosure
real estate, Rule Absolute.
Frank W. Stanley VS Peter Stewart Coupon Note.
Judgement for Plft.
W.W. Childers VS L.H. Kill(e)brew Illegality and
etc. Judgement for Plft.
J.W. Robinson VS S.A. Sellars. Petition for
injunction and etc. Judgement for Plft.
J.A. Hixon VS T.J. Hixon, and Mrs. Sallie Hixon.
Petition for partition and etc. Dismissed as to prayer
of Plft.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Mr. W.W. Wimbush, a rock ribbed and
unterified democrat is a good worker for the party.
Mr. A.J. Hill is having his stables repainted.
A very handsome monument arrived this week, to be
placed over the grave of the late Dupree Peacock.
Dr. H.S. Munro presented to his wife last week a
handsome, sweet toned Kimball organ which will be an
ornament to their home and joy forever.
Mr. R.W. Hearn is one of a small band at Schley P.O.
who keeps the banner of democracy floating in spite of
the bitter and most persistant opposition.
Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Kleckly entertained a number of their
young friends on last Wednesday evening at a musical.
The concord of sweet sound from the elegant new
Sohiner(?) piano was enjoyed, and the whole evening was
voted one of genuine pleasure.
We have heard several prominent citizens express a wish
to have Col. J.R. Williams represent Schley Co. in the
Legislature.
The Eclipse Comedy Company will go over to Oglethorpe
Friday to present their popular drama "Heroic Dutchman
of 76." Quite a number from Ellaville will accompany
them. The party will be chaperoned by Mrs. J.N.
Cheney.
CLARK'S BOND COMPROMISED J.E. Clark's bond was
compromised on last Friday by Hon. Allen Fort, Atty.
for the bondsmen with the Planters Bank for the sum of
$5,000 which has been paid over to the bank. This now
leaves the criminal case against Clark to be disposed
of.
HELLO THERE EVERYBODY. The Telephone line reached
Ellaville yesterday at noon. In a few days it will be
in working order and every body can converse with their
friends in Americus. When the phone is ready for use
the Eclipse Band will give a concert for the benefit of
their Americus friends the music passing over 15 miles
of wire.
A BABY'S GRAVE The little infant of Mr. and Mrs. W.H.
McCrory died in Columbus Friday and was interred in our
cemetery Saturday morning. As it lay smiling in the
tiny casket in a snowy robe of softest texture, it
seemed the embodiment of purity, a lilly fair from
fields elysian, a sunbeam sent to gladden a mother's
heart, and then return to make more bright and
beautiful the Paradise of God. Tender and sincere is
the sympathy felt for whose heart is full of woe, such
as, only a mother can feel as she looks upon the
lifeless form of her darling. (Transcriber's note: By
the date of death, I believe this to be infant
Catherine McCrory, b.Mar 2, 1894 d. April 14, 1894,
buried Ellaville cemetery).
Mr. Peacock has a large stereoscope at the hotel, which
is tall enough for one to stand and look through at the
many beautiful views. So natural do the pictures
appear you can easily imagine yourself walking through
the "midway p?a??sance" or strolling on the beach
listning to the roar of the ocean. It is a pleasant
diversion, and is liberally patronized.
PERSONAL Mr. J.F. Woods is attending Presbetary in
Cuthbert.
Mr. J.E. McElmuray went down to Americus Monday on
business.
Mr. Len Bridges went over to Poindexter Monday to
attend a patient.
Messrs. Len Baldwin and Ed McElmurray visited
Oglethorpe last week.
Col. E.F. Hinton has been spending the week at the
Peacock House.
Messrs. S.M. McCrory and A.C. Duncan of Oglethorpe were
in town Sunday.
Mrs. Eugene Dixon returned Monday from a visit to her
parents in Americus.
Prof. Len Baldwin and Dr. Sam Williamson went over to
Americus Friday on business.
Prof. Bridges came over fom Spalding Saturday to cast a
democratic vote and visit the home folks.
Misses May Stewart and Lila Chapman, Messrs. Ed and
Ford Stewart attended church at Fellowship Sunday and
dined at the pleasant home of Mr. and Mrs. J. ?
Stewart.
Messrs. Warwick and Cato, came out from Americus Sunday
morning on their vehicles, and spent the day at the
Peacock House.
end # 16
The Schley County News Thursday, April 26, 1894 No. 17
MONEY ALL GONE Captain Tip Harrison, secretary of the
executive department, is sending out letters to the
different ordinaries in Georgia informing them that the
appropriation for soldiers pensions for 1894 has all
been paid out and that no more claims can be paid this
year. He also informs them that it will be useless to
send any more claims can be paid this year as the money
is all gone. The last dollar was paid out on Saturday
to Ambrose Dollar of Floyd county who was entitled to
$50 but he got only $25, as that was all that remained
of the appropriation.
There are quite a number of men who drew pension money
last year who will get none this year as they have
failed to apply up to this time and the money is all
exhausted. Then there were so many new pensioners that
the money ran short much quicker than it otherwise
should have done, so there is nothing for them to do
except wait to see if an appropriation will be made to
cover the deficiency.--Ex.
RE-UNION OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS With broken ranks, but
undying love for a "lost cause" the surviving veterans
from all over the south have assembled to day in
Birmingham to repeat the "story of the glory of our
bonnie flag" that went down in defeat. Fully 50,000
will be in attendance. Each confederate state will be
represented by her most beautiful daughter. Gen.
Stephen D. Lee of Mississippi will be the orator of the
day while our own Gordon will preside over the
convention. It will be the grandest occasion of the
kind ever seen in the south. For many of the old
heroes it will be the last reunion this side of "Fame's
eternal camping ground" and recalling the scenes of
other days, old comrades will renew their friendship
and pay a loving tribute to the memory of those who
have "gone before."
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Misses May Stewart and Alma Simpson
are graceful equestriennes and spend many pleasant
hours with their horses cantering over the fine roads
about Ellaville.
The Eclipse Comedy company has received very flattering
notices through the press. We regret that limited
space makes it impossible for us to copy the pieces
from Buena Vista, Oglethorpe and Montezuma.
Mr. and Mrs. Boland have the sympathy of many friends
in the loss of their baby. The little one was ill for
several days and on Monday last, it passed into the
bright beyond to "shine as one of the stars forever."
The enterment took place in our cemetery Tuesday at 10
o'clock. Rev. R.F. Williamson conducted the funeral
service. (Transcribers note: I find no listing of a
Boland baby in the Ellaville cemetery survey. Can
anyone tells us more?)
PERSONAL Judge Singletary was in town Tuesday.
Col. W.H. McCrory of Columbus was in town Monday.
Col. C.R. McCrory attended court in Buena Vista this
week.
Mr. Whitehust of Gordon is visiting his brother C.
Whitehurst in the city.
Miss Nora Pounds and Mr. Ben Reese of Buena Vista spent
Sunday in Ellaville.
Mrs. Lester Stewart of Murray's X Roads is visiting
Mrs. J.G. Collins.
Misses Stella and Leila Scarborough of Americus spent
several days in Ellaville last week.
Mr. St. Amand of Atlanta was the guest of his friend
Mr. E.B. Hornady Sunday.
Miss Cattie Singletary has returned from an extended
visit to Hawkinsville and other places.
Prof. Schneider and Mr. Luther Bell of Americus, were
in town yesterday.
Messrs. G.C. Dyus (Dyess) and W. Dykes of Englishville
were in town yesterday.
Mr. Len Baldwin is on a short visit to Americus.
Mr. L.M. Holloway of Macon Co. visited Ellaville
yesterday.
Mrs. Peacock of Andersonville returned home Monday
after a visit of a few days to her son Mr. C.L.
Peacock.
Mesdames T.G. Cheney and J.R. Williams spent a few days
this week in Oglethorpe with Mrs. J.E. Robinson.
Zeke Wall, one of our most enterprising young men is
very anxious to have the telephone line extended over
to Brooklyn Heights. He is quite sure that it would be
a great convenience to at least one citizen of
Ellaville.
A handsome soda fount that would do credit to city,
adorns the drug store of Munro and Wall. It certainly
fills a long felt want and these young men have
displayed commendable enterprise in providing for the
comfort of the citizens. For the patronage it is
receiving, we are sure it will prove a paying
investment.
HENRY OATS IN JAIL Officers Barrow and McArthur came up
Monday morning with Henry Oats, the murderer of Minnie
Porter, and will receive the reward of $150.00 offered
by the Governor. These officers captured the negro
Saturday night on the plantation of Mr. J??? Bird near
Americus. It will be remembered that Minnie Porter was
shot last December on Mr. Childers's place, but her
death did not occur until a few weeks ago. Oats claims
that the shooting was accidental. He made no effort to
get away until last week. Sheriff Allen and Mr. Angling
came very near nabbing him one night last week near
LaCrosse but one of his col. friends gave him warning,
thus for him to make his escape.
A CITY PARK FOR ELLAVILLE Prof. Len Baldwin has been
foremost in a movement to provide a plublic park for
our pretty town. The place selected is west of the
square and is indeed a beautiful site with fine shade
trees and it (is) worthy of th name it will bear,
Eclipse Park. It will be laid off in surpentine walks,
flower beds, etc., with a tennis court and croquet
ground. The windmill close by will furnish water for
an artificial lake. Rustic seats will be placed over
the ground while in the center a band stand will be
built in the most attractive style. Weekly concerts
will be given. Mr. Baldwin is meeting with every
encouragement, money for the bandstand has already been
raised and the contract let out. The ladies are
requested to furnish flowers and we know they will
gladly render their aid in beautifying the Park. Mr.
Baldwin wishes the ladies to meet him at Mrs. Hornady's
Saturday afternoon on business of importance.
THE BAND PLAYS FOR AMERICUS When Americus wants to hear
good music they have only to connect with the phone
running out to Ellaville, sit in easy chairs at their
homes and listen to the Eclipse Band. About forty
listened and were delighted with the concert tendered
them Monday evening. The band boys stood around the
phone in Collins Williamson & Co.'s store and sent
sweet strains over the wires to their Americus friends.
Everybody was delighted, and many congratulatory
messages from different parts of the city came back to
the performers.
DEATH OF LITTLE SUSIE MCLEOD While visiting her
grandmother in Florida, Susie; the bright little
daughter of Mr. R. Don McLeod was taken violent ill and
on Monday last, her pure spirit passed into the land
where sorrow is unknown. Left motherless when only a
few days old, the affections of a fond father, brothers
and sisters were so closely entwined about her that the
severing of these ties leaves their hearts crushed and
bleeding. The saddness of this blow makes the
berevement more deeply and keenly felt. Her winning
and affectionate ways beautifully blended with ????? of
thought far beyond her years made Susie a favorite with
all, and her death sadden many a heart. We join this
entire community in extending heart felt condolences to
our friend in his deep sorrow.
(Transcriber's note: R. Don McLeod was a Macon Co.
attorney, mayor of Oglethorpe, and past owner and
editor of the Schley County News.)
end # 17
The Schley County News Thursday, May 3, 1894 No. 18
FROM A FORMER CITIZEN OF SCHLEY
Centerville, Fla. Apl. 28 '94
Editor News:
Please allow a former Schley county boy to extend hearty congratulations to the "true and tried" democracy of my fomer home, through the columns of your paper, for their signal and triumphant victory over the Peoples Party on the 14 inst.
Why they could not see the handwritting on the wall before the election is a mystery to me. This writer saw it in bold characters from this distant standpoint. But we read that there are none so blind as those that wont see.
Look after those colored men that contributed their part so well in the defeat and humiliation of the People's Party. Keep them in line and in training for the next election.
I hope Will Lumpkin will live many years to witness many such victories and knock many drum heads into smitherenes.
I don't believe I am acquainted with P.E. Taylor, the successful candidate, but I am personally acquainted with Chas. Womack. We grew up together and your correspondent used to go picnicing with his sisters. (Transcriber's note: Phil E. Taylor, the Democrat, defeated Chas. Womack, the People's Party candiddate, by a significant margin in the recent election for Ordinary after the death of T.B. Myers).
Mr. Editor, you know perhaps that if one is not very careful on such occasions he gets entangled in the meshes of love instead of grape vines and briars.
I shall always wish Charlie well, except in his mistakon political notions.
Long may the News live to lead the young democracy from one victory to another until there will not be left a corporal guard of the People's Party, is the wish of....
Yours very truly, W.T. Snipes.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE
Local news is painfully scarce this week.
We are glad to know that Mr. Hurst who has been critically ill is convalesent.
Mrs. Allen has just received a new lot of stylish hats for Misses and children.
Mr. Tom Grantham of Shiloh was arrested in Americus Monday, charged with kidnapping his niece. He will have his trial in Ellaville Saturday.
The beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Collins was thrown open to the young people on last Thursday evening, and several hours were pleasantly spent in social converse. Several young ladies favored the company with selections on the new sweet tone Sohmer (piano) which was one of the pleasant features of the evening.
We call attention to the law card of Col. Leon C. Greer of Oglethorpe. Mr. Greer is quite young in his profession, but already gives promise of a brilliant career.
A dozen or more from Ellaville spent Friday most delightfully at Usry's mill. It was intended to be a "fish fry" in complement to Mrs. R.J. Perry of Americus, but some how or other the fish didn't pass that way, or the right ones were not there to catch them, and if the ladies had not been thoughtful enough to provide lunch, it would have been a hungry crowd. But in spite of their disappointment the day was thouroughly enjoyed.
The Ellaville Eclipse Band is making quite a reputation. It was engaged to play at the reception tendered Gen. Evans at the Windsor in Americus Monday night, and it is needless to say, the members all acquited themselves very creditably.
Twenty five cents is cheap enough for a medicine like cholera mixture, put up by Munro and Wall, which is guaranteed to cure any case of Duarrhoea, Dysentery, cholera morbus and colic or the price will be refunded.
VERILY! THERE IS MUSIC IN THE AIR
A brand new set of brass instruments arrived Monday and Ellaville now has within her borders, three well equipped bands. If this thing continues, every candidate in Schley county will soon have a brass horn and do his own blowing.
Owning to the ill health of her mother, Miss Lila Chapman has given up the music class and returned to her home in Columbus. Miss Lila has been quite a favorite with the young people of Ellaville and will be greatly missed in social circles.
Several couples from town attended the general meeting at Ebenezer Sunday. Rev. Wellons preached an able and impressive sermon at 1 o'clock and at the noon intermission the large crowd partook of the beautiful spread provided by the people of the neighborhood.
Mr. J.M. Murray has just returned from a sprint through
Terrell Co. He reports the crops as veing very
backward. The planters have been seriously troubled by
bud worms and have had to replant their corn several
times before getting a stand. Cotton is well up in
that section, and in good condition. The gardens are
far ahead of anything in Schley Co. He saw cabbages a
foot across, and other vegetables equally well
advanced. While away Mr. Murray visited the thriving
town of Dawson, and althogether his trip was a most
enjoyable one.
PERSONAL Mr. J.B.Williamson spent Sunday in Cusseta.
Mrs. Kittie Scoville is in town.
Mr. Frank Chase of Columbus was in Ellaville Tuesday.
Mr. Hitt of Americus was a visitor to Ellaville this
week.
Mrs. Tom Walker of Lacrosse visited Ellaville
yesterday.
Mr. John H. Allen of Ashburn is visiting relatives in
the county.
Hon. George Stapleton of Americus was on our streets
Tuesday.
Misses Bessie Cheney and Stella Tison visited
Oglethorpe this week.
Dr. and Mrs. T.G. Cheney spent Sunday with friends in
Buena Vista.
Mr. Thompson Peacock of Buena Vista, was in town this
week.
Miss Leila Stewart of Stewart's Mill is visiting her
sister Mrs. A.C. Murray.
Mr. Chapman of Columbus visited his daughter Mrs. J.B.
Williamson this week.
Mr. and Mrs. Seab McCrory are visiting their relatives
Mr. and Mrs. C.R. McCrory.
Mr. Coot Stanfield of the Time Recorder was in
Ellaville Tuesday in the interest of his paper.
Mrs. Mary Kaigler left Monday for her home in Arkansas,
after a short visit to her sister Mrs. E.S.Baldwin.
Mr. Frank Lanier, the popular representative of the
Americus Grocery Co. was in town Tuesday.
Mr. J.N. Scarborough and Miss Stella came up from
Americus to spend Sunday with relatives.
Mrs. R.J. Perry and Misses Ira and Ora Perry returned
to Americus Saturday evening after a pleasant visit to
friends in Ellaville.
Miss Anne Baldwin, a bright and attractive young lady
from Newnan, is visiting her cousin Miss Emmie Baldwin.
Mesdames S.M. McElmurray and Carrie Thompson have
returned from a pleasant visit to Mr. and Mrs. M.I.
McGarrah, near Americus.
Dr. J.N. Cheney, Messrs. W.D. Murray, William Allen and
others went up to Buena Vista Monday morning with
Georgia's next Governor. After hearing his speech,
they are more enthusiastic than ever for "The People's
Choice," Clement A. Evans.
WORK ON THE PARK PROGRESING FINELY Monday afternoon the
ground was broken on the site, beautifully laid off by
Prof. Len Baldwin for a Park. The young mem with "de
shovel and hoe" have been working industriously every
spare moment. All the aid and encouragemen we can give
them will be but poor compensation for their labors,
which are expended sorely for the benefit of town.
These young men are public benefactors, surely their
efforts to beautify the town are appreciated by
everyone.
ELLAVILLE'S FINE CORONET BAND One of the features of
the reception tendered Gen. Evans Monday night was the
very excellent music rendered by the Eclipse Band of
Ellaville and which added no little interest of the
occasion. The band of twelve or fourteen pieces, under
the leadership of prof. Len Baldwin, is one of the best
in this part of the state when it is remembered that it
has been organized only a short while.
The members are among the leading young business men of
the town and all are excellent musicians. Not only
does the band delight the citizens of Ellaville with
its fine music, but makes frequent excursions to near
by towns whenever occasion demands. Ellaville is
fortunate in the possession of such a band, and it is
only to be regretted that Americus has not one also.---
-Times Recorder.
COMMUNICATED Schley County News Feeling interested in
my county, of former days, I thought I would write you.
If you see fit, you can publish this, if not, let it go
in the waste basket, and me excuse.
I have learned of the strife in politics you are
having, but the worst feature, I have heard that some
of the members of the church have got weak kneed, that
they think more of politics than their church. God
pity such people. I would just say to any such, "Is
thine heart right." Please stop and think, what was
your profession eight or ten years ago? How does it
compare with today?
While my lot has been cast, in, as it has been cursed,
a wet county, we can boast of one thing, we haven't an
officer in Terrell county, that gets drunk, which
speaks highly for any county.
Chopping cotton is in full blast.
Citizen of Terrell County. April 29, 1894.
end # 18
The Schley County News Thursday, May 10, 2004 No. 19
AN IMPORTANT ENTERPRISE Mr. P.H. Baker representing the
Monger Gin Co., of Birmingham, Ala., was in Ellaville
this week. He sold to Mr. Murray $1900 gin with all
the latest improvements. Mr. Murray will establish
this plant near the depot and will run a ginnery, saw
mill and grist mill. This will be a great enterprise
for Ellaville and Mr. Murray will do a thriving
business. He has the energy and ability that would
make him coin money if banished to the American desert.
The Park is the cyrstalation of a happy thought. It
will be a dream of lovliness, a wilderness of sweet
blossoms and a monument to the energyand perseverance
of Prof. Len Baldwin and the citizens of Ellaville.
The High school at Doyle will be closed the 16th of
May, with an examination and concert. Prof. Collum has
one of the most flourishing schools in the country and
his assistant Miss Lula Buckhanan is an accomplished
musician. This will be a very interesting occasion and
we regret that the date conflicts with the Sanford
Sisters engagement in Ellaville. But for this, a large
crowd from here would attend the exercises.
PATRONIZE HOME INSTITUTIONS The Only way in the world
to build a town is to keep the trade at home. You
would think it very strange, if the people of Ellaville
were to send to Atlanta for a doctor or to Macon for a
preacher or if they should put their legal business in
the hands of Columbus lawyers or send their children to
Oglethorpe to school. The carpenters and mechanics
would be indignant if we ignored them and send to
Americus for workmen. We are all dependant on each
other and the merchant has a right to expect the
patronage of people in his community. Every dollar
that goes out of Ellaville for things that could be
bought here, is that much lost to the county. Of
course every body is priviledged to do as they please,
but then there is nothing but justice in reciprocity.
THE HIGH SCHOOL JOURNAL Published Weekly. Well it has
come my time to write for the school and I must say
that I am not sorry of it. I think this is about the
5th time my name has been in the race.
Well it is only six more long weeks until the close of
the term, we won't be sorry when they have passed.
Summer is approaching near, and you may be sure that we
girls (will) have a delightful time sitting under the
beautiful oaks when the little twitting birds sing
their sweet songs, which of course makes all of us
cheerful and more willing to prepare our hard lessons.
We have begun practicing for our commencement
exercises. Girls lets do our best to make it a
success. I am willing to try to do my best.
Partial payments is the most interesting study we have
now.
Mr. W.C. Hicks of Montezuma was a pleasant visitor at
the school room today. He is very much pleased with
our school, and of course any one that has ever visited
our school couldn't be otherwise.
Jewell, pull off that kid glove, you will do well, if
you work those examples with it off.
Miss Julia Scarborough visited the school room Friday
afternoon, came and went, we will be glad to see you
anytime.
Sam! Sam! put up that mirror. We are getting tired
seeing you look at yourself so much.
All of us girls are very sad this week to think that we
had to give up one of our dearest schoolmates. Miss
Bessie Cheney, we know not what the cause may be of her
stopping, but truly hope she will change her mind and
come back. We miss her so much, especially when
working the cube root.
Tomorrow is set apart for a picnic at the beautiful
"city of Columbus." I hope every one that goes will
have a pleasant time. We will not have all day and
therefore there is not many of the pupils going. I
guess our assitant teacher will attend. I think it
would benefit those who have never been there. I am
not going, although I regret it very much indeed.
Mamie Lee, I hope you and Pearl are enjoying yourself
back there.
The school is looking forward to spending a pleasant
day out in the beautiful grove near the M.E. Church,
next Saturday, hope they not be disappointed.
I guess Miss Annie Baldwin of Atlanta will finish out
the music term.
We may not have money or fame, but each of us have some
talent, however small, and we all have some time; we
have only to improve that which we possess. Here is a
peculiar work for each one, and we must not shrink, but
remember that with equal pace, impartial fate, knocks
at the palace and cottage gate.--Pearl Bridges.
AN EXCITING RUNAWAY While driving from his home to
Ellaville Monday morning, with his little daughter and
sister, Mr. Asa Royal's horse became frightened at an
umbrella near Mr. Doc Lindsay's and gave a plunge
throwing the occupants out of the buggy. Mr. Joe Ellis
was just ahead in a road cart with two small children,
and the frightened animal ran over the cart knocking
the children out. The wheels of the two vehicles then
became locked together, and for fifty yards the horses
ran at breakneck speed. Mr. Ellis vainly tried to
extricate himself from his perilous position. The cart
was finally demolished, and Mr. Ellis thrown out, the
wheel passing over his body, bruising him up
considerably. Mr. Royal's horse dashed into Ellaville
and crossed the railroad just ahead of the mourning
train. The buggy crashed against a tree near the road
and the horse kicked out of harness, was caught up on
the square by Mr. Ed Cheney. It seems almost a miracle
that none of them were seriously hurt, and we c!
ongratulate them upon their narrow escape.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE The band stand in the park is
grand. The Park will be dedicated next Wednesday.
The pastor will talk to you at the Methodist Church
Sunday on a special subject. Let every body come out.
No collection.
I will fill teeth for the next 30 days at cost of
material. Call, Dr. Sam Williamson.
Aldine Peacock has a cunning little pet, a rat terrier
about the size of a kitten. It was presented to her by
Mr. Levy Tower of Americus.
Mr. E.B. Hornady purchased a Jersey cow in Americus
Monday, that is a beauty.
Mr. G(?) C. Green who has been ill several months, died
at his home near Ellaville this morning.
While out hunting Monday, Messrs. Will Myers and Will
Lumpkin killed an owl measuring four feet, from tip to
tip.
Miss Lula Murphy has in her collection of hot house
plants, a rose cactus. A few days ago, it had ninety
six blooms open at one time, and was a magnificent
sight.
Every family in Ellaville will spend the day together
in the grove Saturday, with the Sunday schools of the
county. In Ellaville, the latch string always hangs on
the outside, but on this occasion the doors will be
thrown wide open and every body cordially invited.
Mr. P.F. Dixon who has a nice farm near town, says, he
has a fine stand of cotton growing splendidly, but he
complains of bud worms ruining his corn. We hear this
complaint from all parts of the state.
Mrs. C.R. McCrory received a birthday present recently,
that she appreciates very ????. Her sister, Mrs.
Edwards of Louisville, Ky. had a life size picture, in
India ink made of little Edwards Lee McCrory and sent
it as a pleasant surprise to his parents. It is a
perfect likeness of exquisite finish, and is really one
of the most beautiful pictures we have ever seen.
PERSONAL Mr. J.V. Haigler went down to Americus Monday
on business.
Messrs. Len and Sam Bridges spent Sunday with friends
in Montezuma.
Mr. Richard Stewart of Americus was in town Monday.
Mrs. H.S. Lindsay and children are visiting relatives
in Columbus.
Mrs. Joe Chapman of Columbus is visiting at the home of
Mr. J.B. Williamsson.
Mr. R.W. Maddox of Newnan visited his friend Mr. Len
Baldwin this week.
Mr. Hicks of Montezuma visited his friend Mr. Sam
Bridges this week.
Dr. H.S. Munro attended the Pharmaceutical Association
in Americus this week.
Mr. R.C. Wells is having a new fence put around his
pretty home near the park.
Messrs. Z. Whithurst (Whitehurst?) and Sam Williamson
went to Americus on their bicycles today.
Mr. Robt. Halstead thinks the dry weather has injured
the young corn and cotton in places about LaCrosse.
Mr. Eugene Dixon, who has been quite sick for a few dys
has recovered sufficiently to resume his duties at the
store.
Mr. T.A. Collins left Tuesday via Columbus for a trip
to Dallas and other points in Texas. He will be away
about two weeks, and will doubtless have a most
delightful time.
We are glad to learn that Mr. H.C. Arrington, who has
been in poor health for several months is improving.
Misses Alma Simpson and Pearl Tison spent Sunday at
Putnam with the family of Mr.G.W.C. Munro.
Americus was well represented in Ellaville Sunday by
Messrs. Charlie Davis, Olin Dixon and Miss Willie Bell
Baisden.
A PRETTY STORE One would hardly recognize the store on
the corner (Collins and Williamson's old stand) since
it was renovated and remodeled by that enterprising
citizen Capt. C.L. Peacock. He has had carpenters and
painters at work for several weeks, and the interior
has been scrubbed until it is as neat as a pin. The
walls are nicely papered in attractive designs,
shelving put in, an every thing made ready for a nice
stock of goods. George Davis' barber shop in the back
of the building is fitted up in a manner that would do
credit to any city.
THE EXCURSION Seven crowded coaches left Ellaville
Tuesday morning for Columbus. About three hundred from
Americus and LaCrosse were on board and almost two
hundred from here swelled the crowd and by the time
Columbus was reached the cars were densely packed. The
crowd spent the day at North Highlands and everybody
had a good time. Two extra coaches were added, and the
the crowd was made more comfortable coming home.
Nothing occured during the day to mar the pleasure of
the trip and when the train reached Ellaville at eight
o'clock the crowd was thoroughly tired out but in the
best of spirits.
The trial of young Grantham, who was arrested in
Americus a week ago on the charge of kidnapping his
niece, a pretty of fifteen, will take place at
Ellaville next Friday. The case was to have been heard
at LaCrosse on Saturday last but by consent of all
parties concerned will be tried at Ellaville.
end # 19
The Schley County News Thursday, May 17, 1894 No. 20
GRAND ANNUAL PICNIC. THE SCHLEY COUNTY SUNDAY SCHOOLS
UNITE AND SPEND THE DAY IN ELLAVILLE. Seldom have we
seen a happier crowd than that which gathered in the
grove between the two churches, Saturday to enjoy a day
together. People from all parts of the county were
persent and many visitors from a distance added their
presence to the happy occasion.
At ten o'clock Mr. B. Greene announced the programme,
the exercises were opened with prayer by Judge C.L.
Battle. Coronation was then beautifully rendered by
the Eclipse Band.
Prof. Whitehurst in his happiest manner delivered a
short address of welcome. It was replete with
beautiful thoughts, clothed in chaste and elegant
languaage and held the closest attention of the large
crowd. The singing by the Andrew Chapel school was
fine, and it was greatly enjoyed. Mrs. Tom Hudson
presided at the organ and to her is due much of the
credit for the good music.
A very entertaining part of the program were the
recitations, by little Misses Bessie Lou Sears and Ina
Williams. Their pieces were well chosen and rendered
in a manner that charmed everyone.
Under the skillful touch of Mrs. Whitehurst, the organ
pealed forth the inspiring strains "Neath the Banner of
the Cross' and the Ellaville school sang it with fine
effect.
Prof. Len Baldwin's Coronet added very much to the
music.
Mr. Lott Warren of Americus, was introduced by Prof.
Whitehurst and made a characteristic address. He is
thoroughly in love with the Sunday school work and his
remarks were ernest and forceful. He referred
touchingly to the absence of Dr. C.H. Smith with whom
he had often been associated in this work, dear to
their hearts.
Mr. Warren is a great favorite in Ellaville, and is
always a welcome visitor. It was a source of regret to
all present that Messrs. Calloway and Wheatley were
prevented by sickness from being present.
Under head of "Miscellaneous discussions of topics
pertaining to Sunday Schools," Dr. W.D. Sears,
Superintendent of the Baptist School, made a splendid
speech, which was well received.
After another song in which all the schools joined,
Prof. Whitehurst made the important announcement that
dinner was waiting in the grove, and extended a cordial
invitation to all present. And such a dinner! There
was surely no evidence of hard times about that table.
Every thing was bountiful and prepared in a manner to
siut the most fastidious, Free lemonade and ice water
was plentiful all day. When dinner was over and the
crowd had spent a short while in social pleasures, all
assembled in the church to reorganize the Schley County
Sunday School Association.
Prof. Whitehurst was cajoled to the chair and stated
the object of the meeting.
The following officers were elected for the ensuing
year. B.F. Greene, President. Sam Bridges, Secretary.
Executive committee, C.L. Battle, John Snipes, R.C.
Wells, G.D. Hays, J.F. Woods, Treasurer, Mrs. J.C.
Strange.
It was moved and carried that Saturday before the
Second (Sunday?) in May be set apart for the annual
meeting and celebration of the association. A vice
president from each district was elected. They are Dr.
H.S. Munro, Robert Glover, J.L. Murray, M.D. Herring.
Dr. Munro was elected delegate to the State Convention
which meets in Atlanta May 25. There being no futher
business, meeting adjourned subject to call of
Executive committee.
B.F. Greene, Pres. C. Whitehurst, Sec. Pro Tem.
Good order and good cheer prevailed throughout the day,
and in the hearts of those fortunate enough to be
present, will long linger happy memories of this May
day.
PRESENTED WITH AN ORGAN Judge Battle, one of
Ellaville's oldest and best known citizens, as well as
one of the most liberal of men has presented the
Baptist church of that little city with a very handsome
organ costing $100. The instrument was purchased of J.
Fricker & Bro. of Americus, and was put in position by
Prof. L.D. Lockhart on Saturday. Judge Battle seventy
eight years old, but never in his long and useful
career has his liberality been more thoroughly
appreciated than in this instance........Times
Recorder.
DEATH OF A GOOD MAN Uncle Daniel Murray, the aged
father of Mr. J.B. Murray of Macon county died last
week. Many relatives and friends in Schley County
mourn the death of this good man. The Macon County
Citizen pays this high tribute to his character.
"Uncle Daniel Murray--grand old man that he was---died
at his home at Garden Valley Tuesday afternoon and was
buried at Pleasant Grove at 3 o'clock on Wednesday
afternoon. What an excellent example of energy, honor
and good will he was, and if his life were emulated by
the younger generation it would be well. He was very
generally known and no man ever spake detrimentally of
him. May the sods rest lightly upon his body and his
spirit be unrestrained in its flight to high and holy
heaven."
Talmage's tabernacle was burned Sunday just after
morning services. This makes the third time the people
of Brooklyn have suffered this loss. Dr. Talmage last
week celebrated the 25 anniversary of his pastorate of
this church and was on the eve of beginning a tour
around the world. The church will be rebuilt at once.
It was insured for $130000. (Transcriber's note: Seems
like a lot. Possible typo in original.)
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Mr. J.M. Murray is having his
residence painted.
We are sorry to learn that Mrs. Strange is quite ill
from an attack of pneumonia.
A special train from Americus carried a large number of
Knights of Pythias to Columbus Tuesday morning to
annual convention of that order.
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Wall was
buried in our cemetery yesterday afternoon. I
symapthize with them in their sorrow. (Transcriber's
note: Lois Vivian Wall b. 1-12-1893 d. 5-15-1894)
June 1st is the time selected to nominate a senator for
this district. It is Macon County's time to name the
man, and it (is) very probable that Hon. W.H. Felton
will be the choice. He will receive Schley's vote.
Mr. D.W. Rainey has been suffering from an attack of
Rheumatism. His many friends hope soon to see him
fully restored to health.
Mr. Charlie Thompson was taken violently ill yesterday
afternoon, but we are very glad to report him much
improved this morning.
BEFORE HIS HONOR Will Quigley and Wes Martin (col.)
were brought up before Mayor pro tem Murray Monday
afternoon for fighting. Several witnesses testified
that Quigley was the aggressor and he was given the
choice of paying a $4.00 fine, going to jail or working
on the streets. He preferred the jail, to work and was
locked up. Wes Martin paid a fine of $2.00 and was
turned loose. After Quigley had been in jail a few
hours, several of the citizens made up the money to pay
him out. This was done purely out of sympathy for his
good mother. No one deplores more than does Mrs.
Quigley the conduct of her son. She is a pure noble
woman, and has endeared herself to everyone in this
place.
A CARD OF THANKS Through your columns we desire to
express to the good people of Ellaville our heart felt
thanks for the many acts of kindness and tender
expressions of sympathy tendered us in our recent
bereavement. Such deeds can never be forgotten. May
the Father, shower upon all his richest benedictions.--
Robt. Burton and Family.
PERSONAL Mr. Ed Hornady spent Sunday at home.
Mr. Ed Stewart came over from Englishville to attend
the picnic.
Mrs. C.P. Payne of Americus visited her sister Mrs.
H.T. Arrington this week.
Prof. Ed Bridges came over to the picnic and spent
Sunday with the home folks.
Mrs. Simpson of Waverly Hall, spent a few days at the
home of Dr. H.S. Munro.
Miss Lula Buchanan, an attractive young lady from Buena
Vista attended the picnic.
Prof. Newn Baldwin and Messrs. Snead and Barfield of
Newnan came down Tuesday.
Misses Nella, May Davis and Nannir Dodson were the
pleasant guests of Mrs. Eugene Dixon Saturday.
Mr. Robert Glover has closed his school at Schley P.O.
and is spending a few weeks with his Ellaville friends.
Misses Watts, Stanfield, Turpin and Snider, of
Americus, were the guest of Miss Pearl Bridges this
week.
Miss Annie Baldwin returned Tuesday, from a short visit
to Americus.
Miss Nella Rowland of Americus is visiting a few days
with her aunt, Mrs. A.J. Walters.
Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Gaines of Oglethorpe were among the
visitors to Ellaville last week.
Mrs. H.S. Lindsay and children returned Saturday night
from a pleasant visit of a week to relatives in
Columbus.
Mrs. Marcus Snider returned to Americus Sunday after a
pleasant visit to her parrents, Mr. and Mrs. T.V.
Bridges.
Misses Florence Tison and Eva Wall spent a few days in
town this week to the delight of their numerous
friends.
Burt Mauk was shaking hands with his Schley county
friends Saturday. He has a good position in Buena
Vista. We are sorry to lose this worthy young man from
our county, but every one rejoices in his success.
Miss Eva Berry, who has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs.
C.R. McCrory for several months, left Friday for her
home at Metcalf, to the great regret of her Ellaville
friends. The ware-house is drapped mourning.
Capt. W.H. Tondee spent Saturday with his Ellaville
friends. He is an ardent admirer of Gen. Evans and has
no doubt that he will be elected by a large majority.
Messrs. F.M. Devane, J.L. Murray, E.F. Lightner, Fred
Rainey, Dr. R.T. Bivins and Anderson Stewart(Col.) went
up to Atlanta Monday evening to the Convention of
Populists called to nominate a candidate for Governor.
Mr. and Mrs. C.R. McCrory and children, Mrs. H.S. Munro
and little Edith left Friday night for a visit to Dr.
and Mrs. Smith at New Smyrna, Fla. We hope their visit
will be delightful, and all join us in the wish that
Dr. and Mrs. Smith will accompany them back to
Ellaville.
SUDDEN DEATH OF MRS. ROBET BURTON Tuesday in the gray
mists of early morning, the mystery that we call death,
came suddenly and gently to the home of Capt. Robt.
Burton, and stilted forever the heart of the wife, who
for fifty years has walked hand in hand with him whose
heart in now utterly crushed by the terrible and
unexpected blow. Mrs. Burton seemed in unusually good
spirits all day Monday. Her idolized grand daughter
"Annie Clair" had come up for a short visitand she
seemed so happy in entertaining her. She retired
apparently in good health, but shortly after midnight
waked Capt. Burton and Mrs. Carter, complaining of a
pain in her chest and head. She had often suffered
from these attacks of neuralgia and begged them not to
be alarmed, insisting that she did not need a
physician. Capt. Burton however had Dr. Cheney
summoned about 3 o'clock feeling sure that he could
soon relieve her. No one apprehended anything serious
and when the Doctor had administered medicine to dull
the pain, she seemed to ! fall into a peaceful sleep.
But suddenly aroused up and the devoted ones watching
anxiously by the bedside, could only clasp her for a
moment in their arms, ere the spirit left its tenement
of clay. Neuralgia has reached the heart and instantly
it ceased its throbbing. Her death so sudden and heart
rending to her family, was a great schock to everyone,
and from all our people are heard the tenderest
expressions of sympathy for the bereaved Mrs. Burton's
was a long life of beneficense, the greater part of it
spent in Ellaville.
Year by year she dispensed charities and deeds of
kindness to her friends and neighbors. She was indeed
the friend of the poor, and the Bible declares "He that
hath pity on the poor lendeth to the Lord." A poor
cripple whom she had visited almost every day with some
delicacy wept bitterly when he knew his friend was
dead. She grew rare flowers that she might give
pleasure to her friends and often have we seen her
recently with her hands full of blossoms carrying them
to brighten some sick room.
She went into obscure places with substantial aid to
relieve misery of the friendless. A large crowd
attended the funeral services Wednesday morning at the
Methodist church, of which she was a member. In low
sweet tones the sad notes of the organ filled the
church and the words of the music touched every heart.
Rev. R.F. Williamson delivered an impressive discourse
dwelling at length upon the many virtues of the
deceased. On the casket were banks of lillies and
roses and other sweet blossoms, the floral offerings
literally covering it. Every one who laid a flower
upon her coffin could recall many a time when they had
received from the dead hands rare and beautiful
blossoms.
Mrs. Burton's children and grand children were all
present at the funeral except the family of Speaker
Crisp.
If it had been possible for them to reach Ellaville in
time. Mrs. Crisp was so prostrated by the shock that
she could not undertake the trip. The loving sympathy
of friends in her girlhood's home goes out with
peculiar tenderness to this bleeding heart, but when we
turn to darkened home of our friend and neighbor, what
can we say?
In a time like this, human sympathy seems so
cold. The devoted daughter, Mrs. Scarbrough and
other members of the family are with their
stricken father bearing up bravely for his sake,
and from every heart in Ellaville goes up the
prayer "God bless Capt. Burton in his lonliness."
May He speak words to the bereaved that no human
voice can speak so that their troubled hearts may
grow calm and peaceful as they look through
blinding tears up to Him. (Transcriber's note:
Mrs. Robert Burton was Martha Ashurst Wilkinson.
She married Robert Burton in Talbot Co., 12 Dec
1842. They had three children, Homer, Clara
Belle who married Chas. Frederick Crisp, and Ella
(for whom Ellaville was named) who married J.N.
Scarborough).
TRIAL FOR KIDNAPPING The case of T.J. Grantham
charged with kidnapping his fifteen year old
niece, has created much interest, and a large
crowd attended the preliminary trial heard before
Judge Dozier last Friday. Col. J.B. Hudson
appeared for the prosecution, and Col. I.J.
Blalock represented the defendant. The trial
lasted the greater part of the day. The young
lady, Miss Maude Grantham, exonorated her uncle
of all blame and declared that she remained at
his home of her own free will. Grantham was
bound over to the next term of Court in the sum
of $300, which he readily gave and returned to
his home in Sumter county. The young lady was
taken to the home of her grandfather, Mr. Ben
Grantham of LaCrosse.
end # 20
The Schley County News Thursday, May 24, 1894
No. 21
DEATH OF GEN. PHIL COOK Gen. Phil Cook, secretary
of state, died very sudddenly Monday morning at ?
o'clock at the home of his daughter Mrs. Peel(?),
in Atlanta. He took a violent cold Saturday but
was at his work all day. Saturday night he was
at the table with his family and ate a hearty
supper. About midnight he summoned his daughter
and seemed in great pain, breathing with great
difficulty. Before a physician could reach his
bedside he was dead. Gen Cook was born in Twiggs
Co. in 1817. In 1846, he came to Schley Co.(then
Sumter) and taught school at Pondtown.
He was married to Miss Lumpkin, a sister of our
townsman Mr. Jno. Lumpkin and lived for several
years at what is now known as the Seay place,
about a mile from Ellaville. The old house is
still standing, surrounded by stately magnolias
(?). Gen Cook was one of the bravest men in
battle and he carried upon his body many scars.
He took part in all the principal battles engaged
in by the army of Virginia and was always at the
head of his command. Georgia did not turn
against this brave son in his old age and he died
in office with honors clustering thick around
him. His remains were interred at Rose Hill
Macon by the side of his wife.
Transcriber's notes: Cook, Philip b. July 31,
1817 d. May 21, 1894 Civil War Confederate
Brigadier General, 4th Ga. Inf. He fought in
Florida in the Second Seminole War under Gen.
Winfield Scott. Married Sarah George Lumpkin 15
Aug. 1842, Monroe Co. On the 1850 Macon Co.
census, the household is Philip, age 31, lawyer,
Sarah G., age 28, and Lucy age 13 mos. He is
found on the 1860 Macon Co. census, age 42,
lawyer in Oglethorpe, no wife and no kids. 1870
census finds him still in Oglethorpe, age 52, in
household are 19 yr. old Lucy M(arian), 11 yr.
old Phillip and 71 yr. old Lucy Lumpkin
(presumably mother-in-law). In 1880 he is located
in Americus, Sumter Co., age 62, widower,
occupation congressman. Phillip, wife Sarah and
son Philip are all buried at Rose Hill Cemetery
in Macon. Daughter, Lucy Marian Cook married
William Lawson Peel and she and her husband are
buried in Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta.
Macon Co. will nominate a senator for this
district June 1st. It will be a hard fought
battle between too (two) of the best citizens.
Mr. Lewis, one of the candidates has engaged the
Eclipse Band for the occasion. They will go over
Thursday.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Call at Cheney & Co.'s store
and look at the beautiful silver ware to be given
to the purchaser of the largest amount of M.A.
Simmons Liver Medicine in the next six months
from this date.
A local camp of the fraternity known as the
Woodmen of the World has been organized in
Ellaville with a full crop of officers. Dr, J.N.
Cheney is consul commander and the membership is
composed of many of our leading citizens.
A thorough bred Durok Jersey pig sold recently by
Dr. Munro to Mr. John Walters, on the day it was
8 months old, it weighed eighty five pounds.
Fine pig.
J.E. Clark's bond has been compromised. The
required bond $4000 has not been made.
PERSONAL Mrs. Joe Chapman returned to Columbus
Friday after a short visit with Mr. and Mrs. J.B.
Williamson.
Miss Annie Baldwin, one of the sweetest young
ladies that ever visited our town, left Friday
for a visit to Columbus.
Mrs. J.R. Williams has been in Americus several
days with her son who is under the treatment of
Dr. Darby.
Messrs. Horace McCall and John Watson of Buena
Vista were in town Tuesday.
Miss Emmie Baldwin left Sunday for an extended
visit to Oglethorpe, Marshallville and Macon.
She will be greatly missed by her Ellaville
Friends.
Governor Evans enroute to Columbus stopped over
at the Peacock House to supper Saturday night. A
number of his friends called to pay their
respects. He is in fine health and spirits.
Will Wright and Olin Dixon came out from Americus
Sunday, on their bicycles to spend the day with
their Ellaville friends.
Miss Annie Lewis, who has been visiting her aunt,
Mrs. J.N. Cheney for several weeks returned to
her home in Atlanta Friday. Miss Lewis is a
charming young lady and will always be a welcome
visitor to Ellaville.
Mr. T.A. Collins returned Friday from a
delightful visit to Dallas and other points in
Texas. He thinks the Lone Star state has some
advantages but he comes back better satisfied
than ever with the old red hills of Georgia.
ANNOUNCEMENT CARD After duly considering the
solicitations of my friends who have ?????? their
hearty support to me for the legislature, I have
decided to become a cndidate to fill this
Honorable position, subject to the action of the
Democratic nomination. If elected I promise to
do all in my power, without predjudice or
partiality to render that service to my County
and State which will give both pleasure and
satisfaction to all the citizens thereof, and
will ever feel grateful to my friends for their
support. Yours Very Truly, J.R. Williams.
A GALA OCCASION
Ellaville Eclipse Park Dedicated.
Inspiring Music and Oratory.
A Day Long To Be Remmbered.
The dedication of the park was an event of
unusual interest to the people of our pretty
town, and Prof. Baldwin has every reason to feel
proud of the success of this enterprise, to which
for the past month he has lent his best energies.
A large crowd gathered under the beautiful oaks
at four o'clock, to listen to a delightful
musical program tendered by the celebrated
Sanford sisters of Boston, Mass., assisted by the
Newnan band. The music was simply grand. Col.
J.R. Williams orator of the day, fully sustained
his reputation as a pleasant speaker and held the
close attention of the crowd. After the notes of
the music had died away, Mrs. E.R. Sanford in
graceful manner read the following original poem
dedicated to Prof. Baldwin. It was a fitting
close.
Among the fragrant leafy woods
Mid May flowers in bright array
There gathered friends from far and near
To clebrate this glad day.
Then join in mirth and music,
And with oratory grand
We'll commemorate the name of Ellaville Eclipse Band.
May the bright inspiring music
Ever throw a charm around,
And every effort of the band
With great success be crowned.
May all bestow with grateful hearts
The honor due to one
Who came to you a stranger,
But every heart has won.
Who with inspiring courage,
Taught each his part to know,
Until their efforts all combined
This great result to show.
Now in your little city
This last great enterprise
Will bring you constant pleasure
While fond memories arise.
And each fair young lady helper
With flowers so willing came
Will be an honor to the place
That bears a woman's name.
Then dedicate this lovely park,
And may it ever stand
A monument of beauty
In your sunny southern land.
May every hope this work inspired
Be blessed a hundred fold,
And the pleasures dating from this day
In numbers be untold.
Prof. Len Baldwin has offered a prize of $5.00 to
the one growing the best bed of flowers in the
Eclipse Park by September 1st. Judges from
Americus will decide. Now go to work and win the
prize.
end # 21.
The Schley County News Thursday, June 8, 1894 No. 22
COMMUNICATION
A Most Pleasant Trip
Bright and early Thursday morning May 31st, ere
the sun had cast its beauty rays over our
beautiful Scotland, the "Eclipse Band," in their
new band wagon, with a large display of banners
dedicated to Hon. E.B. Lewis of Montezuma, bid
farewell to the people of Ellaville for a few
days and journeyed in the direction of Montezuma,
where we were engaged to play for Mr. Lewis at
the nomination of senator.
We were met at Fountainville by a delegation of
Lewis supporters and escorted through Oglethorpe
to Montezuma. On passing through Oglethorpe we
played Mantau and Copeland, but not a whisper
could be heard from the lips of those people, as
they knew then that the Eclipse Band would carry
Lewis through or blow out the valves in our
horns. Defeat was stamped on every Felton man's
face.
Arriving at our destination we were greeted by
many cheers. We were escorted to Library Hall,
where after playing several selections we
listened to one of the greatest political
speeches, in favor of Atkinson, that ever fell
from an orators lips. After the speaking we
repaired to the Minor Hotel, where a special
dinner had been prepared by those gifted in the
culinary art.
We played in the afternoon at the hours of 2 and
4 for the amusement of the citizens and after
then we were free to enjoy ourselves in any way
we disired. Numerous games were participated in
and enjoyed.
We all went out to preaching at night and were
entertained very highly by Bro. Ainsworth, a
gifted devine.
We spent the day in Montezuma and enjoyed
ourselves to the utmost extent. Anxiously did
every man await the results of the nomination,
and when the good news came, that Hon. E.B. Lewis
would represent the 13th district, the people
went wild. When the senator arrived the band
struck up "Dixie" and such shouts and yells have
not been heard since the election of Cleveland.
After escorting him to his lovely home and
bidding him good night we were invited to attend
an entertainment given by Dr. and Mrs. Chambers,
in honor of the band and there in the presence of
the prettiest girls and handsomest boys in the
state of Georgia we spent the most pleasant
evening of our lives.
It matters not where we are or what our thoughts
may be there will be a sweet memory of the good
people of Montezuma. We feel greatly indebted to
Mr. Will McKensie for the assistance rendered the
band.
I am of the opinion that our baritone and snare
drum players will make their future home in
Montezuma.
Solo Trombone.
WAIT FOR THE WAGON A $75.00 Wagon To Be Given
Away To The Farmers.
The Times Recorder has made a contract with A.T.
Oliver, Esq., of Americus, the best(?) artist in
wagon and buggy building in the state, to build a
$75, one horse wagon in the highest style known
to the art, which wagon , the Times Recorder is
going to give away on Christmas day 1894 to that
farmer among its subscribers in southwest Georgia
who can show the largest net results for one acre
of any crop planted by them in 1894, whether corn
ot cotton, grain, potatoes, peas, sugarcane syrup
or any other farm product, the market price of
the various products on December 12, 1894, to be
the basis of calculation.
There are no conditions except these: 1.
Competitors must be or become regular paid
upsubscribers to The Times Recorder. 2.
Deatailed statements showing the planting (and
care) of the crop must be furnished the Times
Recorder by December 10th 1894.
The wagon will be given free of any cost to the
farmer who can show the largest net results of
any product for a single acre.
Here is your chance to get $75 and show what you
can do as a successful farmer.
The name of the successful competitor and the
statement of his experiment will be given in the
Times Recorder.
GOD GALLS ANOTHER On Sunday last, while her
children were enjoying the services at the
Methodist church, little dreaming of the sad news
that was soon to greet them, Mrs. J.W. Snipes,
while walking near her house was touched by the
angel of death and in a few moments had breathed
her last.
Mrs. Snipes was a daughter of our well known
citizen Rev. W.R. Singleton and a most excellent
lady, a consistant christian and an earnest
worker in her masters vineyard. The last of her
mortal remains were enterred in the Hopewell
church cemetery followed by a number of friends.
Rev. R.F. Williams officiating. The stricken
husband and children have our earnest sympathy.
NOTICE Accounts of old firm of Collins &
Williamson must be setled at once by cash or
note.
PERSONALS Mr. F.B. Hornady returned to Atlanta
Tuesday.
Rev. D.F. Riley of Buena Vista was in town this
week.
Miss Davis of Atlanta is a charming guest of Mrs.
John Kleckley.
Mr. and Mrs. M.I. McGarrah spent Sunday at the
home of Mrs. S. McElmurray.
Mrs. Royal of Taylor county is spending the week
with relatives in town.
Little Misses Annie Hornady and Addie Brady are
visiting Miss Maime Lee Perry at Mrs. Hornady's.
Capt. Burton's many friends are pleased to see
him on the streets again after a few days
illness.
Mrs. C.B.Hudson and Mrs. T.J.Baisden and Mrs.
T.J. Baisden of Americus came up Monday to attend
the meeting.
Mr. and Mrs. Will McElmurray of Montezuma are on
a short visit to relatives in town.
Mr. Seab McCrory and family have been visiting at
the home of Mr. C.R. McCrory this week.
Col. W.H. McCrory of Columbus is in town this
week attending to business of importance.
Mesdames J.N. Scarborough and Will Carter of
Americus are spending a few days at Capt.
Burton's.
Mr. I.N. Mott and family of Sumter County were
the pleasant guest of their many friends in
Ellaville Sunday.
Misses Stella and Kittie Tison had a most
pleasant time on the excursion trip to Macon
Saturday.
Miss Julia Peacock's many friends are delighted
to welcome her home after an absence of several
months at Wesleyan Female College.
Messrs. C.L. Peacock and A.J. Hill returned home
Saturday from Tennessee much delighted with their
trip.
The friends of Misses Mary Williamson, Eva
Cheney, Sallie Womack and Lizzie Rainey are glad
to have them home again after several months
absence at the industrial school at
Milledgeville.
LOWE ITEMS Mr. John Garfield of Americus was in
Lowe Saturday.
Messrs. Ed Stewart and Tom Mott went to Macon
with Andersonville's excursion and report a good
time.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas English with Mr. and Mrs.
Poney Johnson spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. S.A.
Royal.
Miss Bessie Davis, one of Atlanta's most charming
young ladies is a pleasant guest of her aunt Mrs.
M.E. Stewart.
Mr. Joe Dunken returned home last week from
Nashville where he has been attending college.
LEGAL ADVERTISING Georgia Schley County TO ALL
WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Jacob Millner having in
proper form applied to me for Permanent Letters
of Administration on the estate of Lucinda
Millner, late of said county, this is to cite all
and singular the creditors and next of kin of
Lucinda Millner to be and appear at my office on
or before the first Monday in July next, and show
cause, if any they can, why permanent
administration should not be granted to Jacob
Millner of Lucinda Millner estate. Witness my
hand and official signature, this 28th day of May
1894. (Transcriber's note: This is unsigned but
Philip E. Taylor was Ordinary at this time.)
Georgia Schley County To whom it may concern:
Miss Maude W. Grantham in the exercise of her
legal right, being a minor over 14 years of age,
has selected B.G. Grantham as her guardian. B.G.
Grantham having in due form applied to the
undersigned for the Guardianship of Maude W.
Grantham, minor of A. ? Grantham, now confined in
the Lunatic Asylum of said state. Notice is
hereby given that said application will be heard
at my office on the first Monday in July next.
Given under my hand and official signature, this
May 14th 1894. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary.
end # 22
The Schley County News Thursday, June 14th 1894 No.23
A CARD OF THANKS
Editor of the News:
Please allow the family of J.W. Snipes space in
your paper to thank our dear friends in this and
surrounding community for their goodness and kind
sympathy that they extended to us in our sad
bereavement we have to sustain in the loss of our
dear precious mother.
The Lord in his wise dispensation saw fit to
snatch her from us on last Sabbath afternoon,
without a moments warning. It is at such a time
that words fail to express the feelings and
gratitude of the hearts to our friends and dear
relatives. We do earnestly invoke Gods richest
blessings to rest on each one is our sincere
prayers.---Family.
WHY THE BAND DIDN'T PLAY As my refusal last
Friday to grant permission to Mr. Lewis' campaign
band to play at the polls in Oglethorpe on
election day, has been misinterpreted and
misconstrued, I deem it due to the people whom I
have the honor to represent and to myself to
state the facts in the case and leave the verdict
to an unbiased public.
Partisan feeling was already running high and
when it was announced on our streets late
Thursday night that Mr. Lewis would march a band
of music up to the polls in Oglethorpe early
Friday morning there to remain and play until the
polls closed, some spirited young men of the town
without the knowledge of the older friends of Mr.
Felton, rushed off and hired two brass bands to
play for Felton.
This entended program for the day was reported to
me as mayor of Oglethorpe. I knew that it would
not do to permit it to be carried out. Both
sides were wrought up to a high pitch and very
little was then necessary to precipitate trouble.
Not only would the spectacle of three brass bands
playing at the polls, where only intelligent
white democrats were supposed to be voting, have
been a reflection upon our little city, and a
disgrace to the democratic party of Macon county,
but it might have resulted in one of the
bloodiest riots that this section has ever seen.
Viewing the situation from an official
standpoint, without consulting the interest of
either candidate, considering only my official
duty, in preserving the peace and upholding the
dignity of the city laws, I immediately ordered
the marshall and police force to meet the band at
the city limits, read to them the ordinance,
which is an old one, prohibiting the banging of
drums, the blowing of horns, etc. on the streets
without the permission of the mayor, and kindly
inform them that under the surrounding
circumstances the mayor would not on this
occasion grant that permission.
This order was obeyed, the band did not play and
the election passed off orderly. I have no
apology to offer for enforcing the law, as it was
my duty and in the interest of the public to do
that, but I regret that this stern duty excluded
from our city that day the Ellaville Band.
Ellaville fills a warm spot in my heart and every
member of that Band I recommend(?) among my
personal friends.
Under ordinary circumstances it then and will yet
be a great pleasure not only to me but to most of
the leading citizens of Oglethorpe to extend to
the Ellaville Band all the privileges of our fine
city and all the courtesies at my command.
R.Don McLeod, Mayor of Oglethorpe.
PERSONALS Mr. Lon Arrington and Sister, Mrs.
Peacock visitied the home folks Sunday.
Mr. Robt. Glover visited the office this week,
for a few hours.
Miss Leila Stewart is visiting her sister Mrs.
Murray this week.
Mr. W.H. Tondee of Americus came up Sunday to
visit his sister Mrs. A. Allen.
Miss Emmie Baldwin's many friends are glad to see
her at home again after a pleasant visit to
relatives in Oglethorpe.
Misses Florence Tison and Eva Wall, two charming
young ladies, are visiting Miss Baldwin this
week.
Misses Jewell Murphy, Clare Hudsson and Bessie
Cheney visited the printing office Monday
evening.
Prof. Whithurst (Whitehurst) has purchased a
splendid upright piano which will be quite an
addition to their pleasant home.
Mrs. Munro and Mrs. Ida Eason of Putnam visited
the family of Dr. H.S. Munro Tuesday.
Mr. Frank Lanier of Americus was shaking hands
with his many friends in Ellaville last Tuesday.
Messrs. Ed McElmurray, Len Bridges and Homer
Collins visited Americus Tuesday on very
important business.
Edithe Doane Munro and Edward Lee McCrory were
christened Tuesday afternoon by Rev. R.F.
Williamson. This beautiful custom was never more
impressive than on this occassion when
administered to these bright and interesting
children.
Mrs. J.R. Williams is in Americus with her baby
who is under treatment of Dr. Darby. We are glad
to learn that the little fellow is improving.
Mr. A.J. Hill, Misses Stella Tyson and Mary
Williamson attended quarterly meeting at Tazewell
Saturday and Sunday and report a most pleasant
time.
Mr. Carl Murphy who has been attending school at
Oxford, Ga. returned to his home Monday. Carl's
many friends are delighted that he has made such
rapid progress as to win a speaker's place over
May.
Mr. Ed Cheney went to see his best girl Sunday
night and had the misfortune to have his buggy
torn up. Of course the loss of the buggy was
painful but nothing to compare with the thought
that he would have to stay away a little longer.
Mr. A.C. Murray has begun work on his gin near
the Depot and will soon have everything in
running order, and will be ready to serve the
public.
end # 23
The Schley County News Thursday, June 21, 1894 No. 24
NOTICE The members of the senatorial committee of
the Thirtenth District are requested to meet in
Americus on Saturday, the 28d inst. to consider
the calling of a convention to nominate a senator
for this district and whatever else may come
before the committee. A ful delegation is
desired. J.L. Adderton, Chairman, 14th June,
1894.
AN ELLAVILLE BOY'S SUCCESS IN TEXAS. A pamphlet
setting forth the advantages of Georgetown, Tex.
has found its way into the News office. Among
the advertisements is a large merchantile firm of
Webb Bros. and Davis, the latter named we
recognize as our own "Will," one of the most
popular young men that ever went out from our
town. It is a source of great pleasure to his
hosts of friends to know that he is doing a
thriving business in this flourishing city.
Georgetown is one of the educational centers of
Texas. The beautiful scenery and fine mineral
water makes it a great resort. The Chatauqua
Assembly is held here every summer. The South-
Western University, one of the best institutions
of learning in the state is also located here. A
pupil of this college in whom Ellaville people
will be interested is Miss Ethel Cannon, eldest
daughter of the beautiful Leila Patillo who was
before her marriage a reigning belle of
Ellaville. Will Davis's friends are anticipating
the pleasure of a visit from him in July an! d
are planning to honor him with a two weeks outing
at Knowlton's Spring in genuine camp style where
he will be supplied with all the air and water he
needs.
A DELIGHTFUL ENTERTAINMENT MONDAY EVENING CLOSED
THE SPRING TERM OF OUR HIGH SCHOOL. HAPPY
CHILDREN HAVE LAID ASIDE THEIR BOOKS FOR A LONG
VACATION. Prof. Whithurst and his assistants have
fully demonstrated the fact that in their
vocabulary there is no such word as fail.
Although they have encountered some difficulties
and peculiar trials that none but those in a
similar position can appreciate. They have been
undaunted in the discharge of their duties,
overcoming obstacles that seemed unmountable, and
their efforts have been crowned with that success
that is always the reward of indomitable energy
and perserverance. A splendid programme was
arranged for Monday morning, the exercises
beginning with a fine musical selection by the
Eclipse Band. The recitations and orations
interspersed with instrumental music afforded the
large audience an instructive and pleasant
entertainment. The pieces were all rendered in a
highly cultivated manner. Mr. Horace Stewart
read the School Prophecy which was a very spicy
paper. Col. Blanton Winship of Macon was
introduced to the large audience and his address
was a very earnest and! forcible presentation of
questions concerning higher and better living.
It is a matter of general comment that it was a
finished and scholarly oration. At the close of
his remarks Col. Winship was presented with a
handsome basket of flowers in behalf of the
school girls. The audience was so pleased with
the morning exercises that they began to assemble
at the Academy Monday night long before the hour
for opening, eager to witness the eveing
entertainment. Seats were at a premium, and
numbers were unable to find standing room.
Considering the uncomfortably crowded building,
and the intensely warm weather, the interest
manifested, and the good order was a great
compliment to the performers. It is impossible
to mention each number on the excellent programe.
All went through with their parts well and it is
rmarkable that not one had to be prompted. The
tableaux are spoken of as among the prettiest
features of the evening. The sash drill was also
greatly enjoyed. It wa! s executed with military
precision and Miss Stewart received many
compliments for the splendid manner in which the
children were drilled.
Col. J.R. Williams in a happy manner delivered
the prizes to the successful contestants. The
medal for general deportmentwas won by Misses
Blanche Hudson and Myrtle Gay, Mr. Homer Collins
and George Threlkeld. This necessitated a
drawing. Homer Collins being the lucky one to
wear the medal. The scholarship in Stanleys
business college went to Arthur Livingston for
the greatest progress in mathematics. A handsome
book, "Hood's Poems," was awarded to Miss Bessie
Lou Sears for best standing in Orthography. In
the primary department, the writing desk given by
Mrs. C. Whitehurst for the greatest improvement
in writing was won by Miss Leola McElmurray, Miss
Lucy Wilson was awarded a prize for excellence in
deportment.
As we were debared the pleasure of attending the
exercises and had no telephone connection with
the academy, it is impossible to give a detailed
account.
Prof. Whitehurst and his assistant Miss May
Stewart have received much praise for the
excellent management of the school and its
successful closing. We wish for the teachers and
pupils a happy vacation.
end #24
The Schley County News Thursday, June 28th, 1894 No. 25
A PAINFUL ACCIDENT Little Hellen Tondee had the
misfortune to break the large bone in her left
arm Saturday afternoon. With several children
she was playing in the yard at Mr. John
Williamson's and climbed up in a little wagon to
reach for some leaves when one of the children
started off with the wagon throwing her with
considerable force to the ground. Her injuries
caused her great pain for a while but Dr. Cheney
set the broken limb in such skillful manner that
she is getting on splendidly.
MR. PEARSON PROMOTED Mr. J.W. Pearson who has
been depot agent and telegraph operator at this
place for a long while left Sunday to take a
position at Goodwater, Ala. By his strict
integrity and fine business qualities, Mr.
Pearson has won the esteem of every one, and the
keenest regret is felt at his departure. His
faithfulness to duty will be the key to open to
him the avenues of success where ever he may go,
and we predict that he will rise to the highest
notch in railroad circles. Mr. Perry of Seale,
Ala. has taken charge of the depot at this place.
All persons going east will do well to consider
the advantages of the route via the Central
Railroad to Savannah and thence via the elegant
steamers of the Ocean Steamship Co. For round
trip rates, sailing dates, state room
reservations and any other information desired,
call on your nearest Ticket Agent of write to
J.C. Haile, G.P.A. Ticket including meals and
stateroom while on ship. Yours very truly, J.C.
Haile, General Passenger Agent.
AN EYE TO BUSINESS Those who had the naming of
the counties in Georgia seem to have had an eye
to business. For instance, if you want brick,
got to Clay. If you want to get up soon, go to
Early. If you want meal, go to Miller. If you
want it cooked, go to Baker. If you want beef,
go to Bullock and Coweta. If you want a plate to
put it on, go to Ware. If you want something to
drink with it, go to Coffee. If you want to keep
cool, go to Fannin. If you want to grow tall, go
to Upson. If you want to sell goods go to Towns.
If you want a good "rep" go to TelFair. If you
don't want to get hit, go to Dodge. If you want
to die, go to Be??en (Berrien). If you want
money go to Banks. If you want a suit of
clothes, go to Taylor. If you want to fish, go
to Brooks. If you want to hear the birds sing,
go to Carroll. If you want corn, go to Cobb. If
you are patriotic, go to Liberty and Union. If
you want to spell correctly, go to Webster. If
the girls want a stylish dress, go to Worth an! d
if you want to see a timid girl, go to Schley.--
Patriot.
The friends of R. Don McLeod are glad to know
that the little matter between him and Mr. Eugene
Willis, which threatened to terminate seriously,
has been amicably adjuited by mutual friends.
In the Jacksonville, Fla. Times Union of recent
date is a flattering notice of W.J. Sears, Jr.,
of Kissimmee, Fla. He has been attending one of
the best colleges of the state and took a fine
stand in his classes. The friends of our former
townsman, Dr. W.J. Sears are pleased to hear of
the success of his young son. "Jodie" as he is
called by his old friends, is a brother of Dr.
Will Sears of our town.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Try some of Collins,
Williamson & Co.'s Oolong and gunpowder Tea. It
is fine.
C.F. Crisp, our beloved Congressman, presented
the Park with a lovely flag for the band stand,
which will long wave in rememberance of him.
Col. J.R. Williams, a rising young lawyer of
Schley County, is a candidate for the legislature
from that county and he is going to get there
with both feet up. Col Jim is not up to the late
lamented Colquitt on the hallelujah lick but when
it comes to kissing the babies and talking velvet
and mooshine to the ladies, he can double
discount Colquitt, moreon even the famous Ex
Governor Bob Taylor of Tennessee. And Col. Jim
isn't going to be any slouch when he gets to the
legislature either.--Macon Co. Citizen.
Many residents of the Capital City have recently
spoken with much commendation of the excellent
work of Mr. J.C. Trice of the Tallahassean force
as Tallahassee correspondent of the Florida
Citizen. Mr. Trice is also the Tallahassee
correspondent of the New York Herald and the
Richard Smith, Jr. Associated Press of NewYork.--
-Tallahassean. (Transcriber's note: J.C. Trice
was formerly editor of the The Schley County
News.)
PERSONAL Mr. M.W. Almond was in town Monday.
Capt. W.H. Tondee made a short visit to Ellaville
this week.
Mr. Will McElmurray of Montezuma is visiting his
mother.
Master Harold McCrory of Oglethorpe is visiting
relatives in town.
Prof. Whitehurst and wife went up to Putnam
Friday for a short visit to Prof. Collum's
family.
Miss Annie Carr of Friendship is visiting at the
home of Mr. J.F. Hudson.
Mr. Roe Edwards, a popular drummer representing a
Columbus house has been talking business to our
merchants this week.
Mrs. M.B. Harris of Macon is visiting her
daughter Mrs. Corrice Hagler who has been quite
sick for several days.
Mr. R.P. Tondee of Plains was in Ellaville
Thursday. He was much surprised to note the many
improvements in our town since his last visit.
Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Hand are boarding at the pretty
surburban home of Maj. E.S. Baldwin.
Miss Kate Williams spent several days last week
out at Lowe with Miss Davis who has been the
guest of Mr. J.T. Stewart.
Mr. G.D. Hays has brought several loads of
watermelons to Ellaville this season. They
readily sell at fair prices.
Annie Hornady and Addie Brady after a visit to
relatives in Ellaville have returned to their
home at Huntington accompanied by Maime Lee
Perry.
Miss Bessie Davis of Atlanta who has been
visiting relatives in our county received a
telegram Saturday summoning her to the bedside of
her mother who is quite ill. She left at once
for her home accompanied by Mr. Ed Stewart.
Miss Ida Munro passed through Ellaville Saturday
afternoon, with Misses Maude Simpson and Lillian
McMichael, who have been pupils at Norfolk, Va.
Miss Munro filled an important position in the
college at this place with marked ability. She
has been tendered a lucrative position in the
National University, Washington City, which will
be a broader field for the exercise of her
splendid talents. A number of Georgia girls will
probably accompany her to the capitol.
Mr. Hill has decided that chickens are better
than cats to keep the premises clear of rats. He
has several frying size at the stables that are
very active in seizing every mouse that dares
show his head. They have waged such constant war
on the troublesome little animals as to almost
exterminate them.
The band wagon drawn by four spirited horses took
a jolly party of fifteen or twenty young people
out to the hospitable home of Mr. G.W. Tison
Monday morning where they were royally
entertained by the generous host and hostess, and
their charming daughters.
LEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS
Georgia Schley County To whom it may concern,
J.A. Snider, guardian of Wyatt Dora, Della, John
and Charlie Snider applies to me for letters of
dismission from said Guardianship and I will pass
upon his application on the first Monday in
August next at my office in Ellaville, said
county. Given under my hand and official
signature, This June 15th, 1894.--P.E. Taylor,
Ordinary.
end # 25
The Schley County News Thursday, July 5, 1894
No. 26
WHERE IS MY BOY. We learn that some of the small
boys on last Sabbath went into the new building
of A.C. Murray and broke open the box which
contained the tools, and acted badly.
Much complaints being made about the action of
some of the boys about town. Boys, if you have a
bad associate who would lead (you) into trouble,
cut loose from him or (you) will some day get
into trouble yourself and cause your father and
mother who so much desires your welfare to be
weighted down with grief.
Take heed and shun evil companions.
Judging from the number of watermelons Maj.
Baldwin is sending to town every day, he must
have quite a large place planted. Maj. never
comes out behind in any thing like that.
In the loss of their bright little daughter, Dr.
and Mrs. Cato have the sympathy of many friends
in Ellaville. The little one was the sunshine of
a happy home that is now desolate since Baby is
dead.
There will be an ice cream festival at the Park
Friday night. Let everyone go and help to raise
the necessary amount of money to pay for
improvements on the park.
Quite a pleasant party will go from here to
Knowlton Spring to camp next week, and expect to
have lots of fun boat riding, fishing in the
water and on dry land and various other ways. We
hope they will come back very much improved in
health.
PERSONAL Prof. Ed Bridges spent several days in
Americus this week.
Col. Joe Hudson of Americus was a pleasant
visitor to our town this week.
Mrs. G.C. Williams has returned from a pleasant
visit to Albany.
Mr. Olin Dixon of Americus spent a few days with
relatives this week.
Miss Ida Munro of Putnam came down Saturday (to)
visit Dr. and Mrs. Munro.
Little Miss Annie Claire Winn of Columbus is
visiting her aunt Mrs. H.S. Lindsay.
Miss Sallie Mattie Williamson is spending the
week with relatives in the country, enjoying her
vacation.
Mr. J.N. Scarborough and wife and Mrs. Speaker
Crisp of Americus visited Capt. Robert Burton
this week.
The Misses Hudsons entertained quite a crowd of
young ladies very pleasantly at their home
Tuesday.
Miss Pearl Bridges is spending the week in
Americus, the guest of her sister Mrs. Snider.
Mr. and Mrs. Whitehurst will spend the summer
with relatives in middle Georgia.
Misses Nella Davis and Nell Morgan of Americus
are visiting Mrs. Eugene Dixon.
Miss Anna Simpson came down from Putnam Tuesday
and is spending a while with her aunt Mrs. Munro.
Miss Lula Murphy's many friends are delighted to
see her at home again after a pleasant visit to
Americus.
Messrs. Roy Baisden of Americus and Winton Dixson
of LaCrosse spent Tuesday with relatives in
Ellaville.
Mr. W.W. Childers, one of LaCrosse's most
enterprising farmers was in town Monday.
Mrs. M.I. McGarrah came up Saturday to visit her
mother who has been quite sick. We are glad to
note that she is improving.
Dr. Munro took his wife Edith to Putnam this
morning to spend several days hoping the change
would benefit them.
Mrs. W.T. Scovill of Buena Vista spent a few
hours in town Monday with Mrs. C.R. McCrory, she
went from here to Oglethorpe to visit relatives
and friends.
Miss Mary Hornady is spending several days at the
delightful home of Mr. G.W. Munroe, hoping the
change and water from Knowlton's Spring will be
beneficial to her health.
Messrs. A.J. Hill and Ford Stewart with Misses
Wicker and Cheney spent quite a pleasant time at
Knowlton Spring Friday afternoon, came back very
much improved in health.
Mrs. G.E. Robinson arrived Monday to join her
husband who is our new depot agent. They will
keep house in the parsonage. We heartily welcome
Mr. and Mrs. Robinson and hope their stay in our
little town will be very pleasant.
SHERIFF'S SALES Georgia Schley county Will be
sold before the Court House door in said county,
between the legal hours of salae, on the first
Tuesday in August, the following described land
to wit. Lot of land No. 78 containing 202 1/2
acres, East half of lot No. 81 containing 100
acres, all of lot No. 52 except 20 3/4 acres
trianglar shape in the northeast corner of said
lot, whole of lot No. 45 except 4 acres
heretofore deeded to Kenneth Stewart for mill and
gin purposes, all of Lot No. 21 lying Northeast
of Buck Creek containing 100 acres, all of Lot
No. 19 lying North east of Buck Creek containing
12 acres, 20 acres square shape off of North east
corner of Lot No. 77, 27 1/2 acres off of the
west end of the south half of Lot No. 84, a
branch being the boundary of said 27 1/2 acres,
said land aggregating 1003 1/2 acres all in the
3rd Dist. of Schley Co., Ga., said land bounded
on the North by lands of C.C. Owens, on the south
by lands of Sarah J. Ingram, and W.D. Kelly west,
by lands of Kenneth Stewart and S! arah Peeple,
East by lands of Henry Stewart, C.C. Owens, P.C.
Carr J(blotted) Williami and Nancy Dupriest.
Levied on as the property of Peter Stewart by a
Mortgage Fifa issued from the Supr. court in
favor of Frank W. Stanley vs. Peter Stewart's
property pointed out by said Fifa. Tenants in
possession notified in terms of the law. This
July 5th 1894. William Allen, Sheriff.
Also at the same time and place will be sold Lot
of land No. 165 in the 30th Dist of said County
containing 202 1/2 acres levied on as the
property of T.B. Myers by a fifa issued from the
Supr. Court of said county in favor of E.S.
Baldwin Vs. T.B. Myers, property pointed out by
E.S. Baldwin, Pltff in fifa. Tennants in
possession notified in terms of law. This June
20th 1894. William Allen, Sheriff.
Georgia Schley County To whom it may concern,
J.A. Snider, guardian of Wyatt Dora, Della, John
and charlie Snider applies to me for letters of
dismission from said Guardiansship and I will
pass upon his application on the first Monday in
August next at my office in Ellaville said county
given under my hand and official signature. This
June 15th 1894. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary.
end # 26
The Schley County News Thursday, July 12, 1894
No. 27
Speaker Crisp has been called home by the serious
illness of his son Fred.
Any survivor of Com. G, 1st Ga. regt., Mexican
War, is requested to communicate with the Editor
of the News.
The Ordinaries convention will be held in Atlanta
July 18th, Judge Taylor will probable take a week
off for a pleasant visit to old friends in the
Gate City.
Atlanta is on the eve of another prohibition
campaign. The sentiment against the liquor
traffic is steadily growing in Georgia and those
who have studied the question already see the
faint streaks of light that herald the dawn of a
glad day when every saloon in our state shall be
closed. God speed the day.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Miss Ailsey Dukes died
Tuesday at her home near Lowe, in this county.
Every one breathes easier since the "death hole"
near the jail was done away with.
Mr. Ed Stewart who has been spending two weeks
with realtives in Atlanta returned home Tuesday.
The doctors say it is decaying vegetable matter
that causes fever. Keep the water melon rinds
off the streets.
It is very important to decide at once upon a
music teacher. There will be a large class and
there is no excuse if we fail to get a good
teacher.
Mrs. J.B. Williamson will leave tomorrow to visit
relatives in Columbus.
The streets are being put in order, now let every
body "sweep before their own doors" and we will
have a clean city.
Prof. J.E. Stewart of this county has been
elected principal of the Buena Vista High School.
He is son of Mr. Eli Stewart, one of Schley's
best citizens and has a fine reputation as a
teacher.
There are piles of brush and trash ornamenting
some of the principal streets of Ellaville. This
decaying vegetable matter is producing sickness,
and why it is not burned or removed is a question
that the tax payers would like to have answered.
CLARK HAS LEFT US Ed Clarke was carried off this
morning to join Harry Hill and other
distinguished convicts at the Gress Lumber Yards
at Cramer. He had the air of a society swell
going to a picnic. When he has served out his
short term he will doubtless expect the people of
Ellaville to organize another bank and make him
president. Elegpat(?) Mr. Clark has a soft snap
as shipping clerk. Honest Bob Heath is digging
in the coal mines. There are a great many people
who would like to see them change places.
FOUR GENERATIONS We were recently shown an
interesting picture of a family group, in which
Mr. Kent, who is the oldest man in our county;
was the central figure. A round him were his
children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Mr. Kent is 97 years old and bids fait for
several more.
Harold Sumner, infant son of Dr. and Mrs. H.S.
Munro died at Putnam Monday afternoon aged four
days. The remains were brought down on the
afternoon train Tuesday and interred in the
Ellaville cemetery.
ARM BROKEN A window sash fell on Mrs. A.C.
Murray's arm last Friday though her injuries were
very painful she thought it was only a flesh
wound and did not call in a physician until
Monday. Dr. Cheney found that the large bone was
broken and the arm so swolen that setting the
bone was a difficult and painful operation. We
are very glad to know that Mrs. Murray is doing
as well as could be expected under the
circumstances.
PERSONAL Mrs. G.N. Dexter of Madison is visiting
her mother Mrs. Threlkeld.
Mrs.T. A. Lamb of Atlanta is visiting her brother
Mr. J.T. Stewart of Lowe.
Miss Nina Williams is a pleasant guest at the
home of Mr. W.D. Murray.
Mrs. C.R. McCrory has been with her sister at
Putnam the past few days.
Miss May Wilkinson of LaCrosse is visiting Miss
Mamie Lee Perry.
Mrs. R.F. Williamson will spend several weeks
with relatives in Shellman.
Miss Leah Bracken who has been visiting Miss
Mamie Stevens, returned to her home in Macon
Sunday.
Mr. Frank Lanier the energetic representative of
the Americus Grocery Co. was in town Monday.
Miss Jessie Davenport of Americus is the guest of
Miss Jewel Murphy.
Dr. B.L. Bridges returned Saturday from Atlanta
where he made a pleasant visit to the "fair," his
face is wreathed in smiles since he got back.
Messrs. John Cheney, C.A. Murphy and H.A.
Peacock, of this city, left Tuesday evening for
an extended visit to Mineral Springs and the
West.
Hon. W.D. Murray left Monday on a business trip
to Tennessee. He is interested in one of the
largest mills in the United States which is
located near Nashville. A new president is to be
elected and it is for this reason that the
stockholders meet this week. Mr. Murray will
return Saturday.
Clever Will Davis is out from Texas visiting
relatives and old friends. He spent Monday night
in Ellaville and went up Tuesday morning to join
a jolly camping party at Knowlton Springs.
Before returning to Texas, Mr. Davis visits New
York and other points North. He will spend only
a few weeks with his Georgia friends and every
one wishes that his visit may be full of
pleasure.
Mrs. C.H. Smith left New Smyrna, Fla. Saturday
morning and reached Ellaville about eight o'clock
Sunday morning. She rested here a few moments
and went on to Putnam to the bedside of her
daughter, Mrs. H.S. Munro who is quite ill at the
home of Mr. G.W.C. Munro. Mrs. Smith's friends
are delighted to see her, but regret that she is
here under such sad circumstances. We are glad
to know that Mrs. Munro is improving and will
soon be able to return to Ellaville.
CASHIER ED CLARK Sent Up Fot Three and a Half
Years
A special term of court was held here Saturday to
dispose of the case of Mr. Ed Clark. There were
five indictments against him, but his attorneys
Judge Allen Fort and J.E.D. Shipp succeeded in
having four of them nol prossed. He plead guilty
to the fifth, the embezzlement of $8200.00.
Judge Fish sentenced him to three and a half
years in the penitenttary. Mr. Clark made a long
talk in his own defense, and pleaded eloquently
for a chance to atone for his short comings. He
expressed a willingness to serve out his
sentence, and declared that there would be none
more faithful and obedient than he. His devoted
mother who has stood by him through all his
troubles was at the trial. A good deal of
indignation was felt at first by those who
considered the sentence to light for such a grave
offense but since studying the matter from every
standpoint and considering what a long tedious
trial would cost the county, the people generally
approve the verdict.
end # 27
The Schley County News Thursday, July 19, 1894
No. 28
Marion county held primary last Thursday and
mominated the following ticket by large majority.
For congress--C.L. Moses, Senator--G.P. Munro,
for Representative--j.J. Dunham.
John Cary, a well known young man of Sumter
county was shot and killed by John Melvin
Saturday at a picnic at Chambliss mill, twelve
miles from Americus. The shooting was without
provocation.
Utah will be a state as soon as the president
signs the bill which has passed both houses. The
new state had a population of 207,905 in 1860.
In population it will be a larger state than
either Delaware, Montana, North Dakota, Nevada,
Wyoming or Idaho. Only one third of the
inhabitants are foreigners.
LOCAL NEWS Mr. and Mrs.T.A. Collins entertained
in their own delightful way, a few friends at
Tea, Tuesday evening.
Mr. J.F. Woods, one of Schley's best citizens
returned last week from a trip through Terrell
county. He thinks the crops down there are not
so good as in this section.
The News was gotten out last week with the
assistance of two of the most prominent gentlemen
in town. They never before done any work in a
printing office but are the kind who can do any
thing they turn their hands to. Here after we
shall feel perfectly independent if all the
printers leave.
Everybody is feeling good over the prospect for a
fine business this fall. People have been
economical, and are out of debt and they will
have the cash to buy their winter supplies. The
merchants are reaching out and drawing the trade
from a large territory.
We regret to learn that Mrs. John Collins is
quite sick.
The large engine purchased by Hagler Bros. has
arrived and will soon be placed in position at
the Variety works on Railroad St. where it will
make things fairly hum during the fall and
winter.
Mr.Fred Rainey, the populist candidate for
representative, belongs to a large family of
brothers who are among the most intelligent and
prosperous citizens of our county and they are
democrats of the "rock ribbed" variety. They are
men of considerable influence and will always be
found using it against the populist.
Mr. Harry S. Lindsay has announced himself as a
candidate for the office of Tax Collector, and
there is not a man in the county of Schley more
worthy of the position. His unswerving
integrity, strict attention to business and
square dealing has won for him the confidence of
every body and his word is as good as his bond.
Mr. Lindsay is strickly a self made man and has
worked his way up, by the sheer force of his
indomitable energy.
PERSONAL Mr. Smith of Americus spent Sunday in
Ellaville.
Mr. and Mrs. Jossey of Atlanta visited Mr. John
Hagler's family Sunday.
Mr. Hal Lawson of Abbeville was among his old
friends yesterday.
Clever Ed Hornady was talking business to the
merchants this week.
Mrs. H.S. Munro returned to Ellaville Wednesday
morning.
Miss Pearl Bridges is at home after a delightful
visit to Americus.
Mrs. Chipley and children spent Sunday at the
home of Maj. E.S. Baldwin.
Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Robinson of Oglethorpe, are
spending a few days in Ellaville.
Messrs. Roy Baisden and Carl Murphy spent Monday
very pleasantly in Columbus.
Mrs. C.H. Smith came down from Putnam, and spent
Sunday with her Ellaville friends.
Mr. Will Hornady of Albany spent several days
this week with the home folks. He is now at
Indian Springs for rest and recuperation.
Mr. Henry Arrington went out to Shiloh Sunday to
visit his father who we regret to learn is very
sick.
Messrs. Sam Williamson and Harry Peacock went up
to Buena Vista Sunday afternoon.
Mr. J.B. Williamson went up to Columbus Friday.
He hailed to get to the train in time that
afternoon and came in on the 2:30 Saturday.
IN MEMORY OF MRS. SUSANNAH DEVANE By Z.F.P.
The subject of this sketch was born in Warren
county, Ga., Sept. 20th 1825 and died in Randolph
county, June 14, 1894. The writer had only known
Mrs. Devane a few years, yet we can truthfully
say that she was a good woman always having a
kind word for each and every one with whom she
came in contact, and conducting herself in such
manner that one could not help feeling the
blessed influence of her presence.
But she is gone, and we know that God in his
wisdom "doeth all things well." We would say to
the sorrowing family that while it is sad for us
to part with a kind and loving mother, yet when
you think of her, feel assured that she is a
shinning light in the window of heaven. Think of
her walking the golden streets of the new
Jerusalem, where her feet will never grow weary,
where she is free from all pain, sickness and
sorrow, her head pillowed on our blessed Savior's
breast.
It is hard for us to give up those we love, but
we must bend in meek submission to our Father's
chastening hand.
In human weekness we cannot understand, but after
a while, when all things are revealed we will
know why it is thus--God knows best. The writer
having tasted the sorrow of loosing a loving
mother, feels too deeply the loss you sustain to
touch with other than a tender sympathetic hand
the wound of sorrow.
Mrs. Devane was in the sixty ninth year of her
age. In her early life she professed faith in
Christ and joined the M.E. church, and during all
these years was a bright and shining light. As a
christian she exemplified in her long and useful
life those graces which proved to the world that
she walked with God.
As a mother, she was kind, loving and gentle,
ever looking to the best interest of her
children, and striving by precept and example to
lead them in the way of rightousness.
As a friend and neighbor, she was all these words
imply.
But she is gone from cares and afflictions of
earth to join her sainted husband who preceeded
her to the grave a few years before, and other
loved ones in the home of the blest, where
parting is unknown.
Her body was interred in the cemetery at
Rehobeth, Rev. R.B. Taylor performing the funeral
rites.
She leaves a large family of children and many
friends and relatives with whom we deeply
sympathize in this their saddest hour.
On the beautiful banks of the crystal sea,
Forever free from sorrow and pain;
We hope to meet you dear mother,
Where parting will never come again.
Spotless and pure from all earthly stain,
Never in erring paths to rove;
Thou art safe in the better land,
Safe in the bosom of infinite love.
We know thy feet never seemed weary,
When others steps they could spare;
We know thy hands were always busy,
Lightening others loads of care.
Oh! dear mother the toilsome journey,
Now is mostly over and past.
And the glimpse of heaven you gave us
Will be part of heaven at last.
Miss Mary Hornady, the talented editor of the
Schley County News, who has been spending some
time at Knowlton's spring and with friends in
Buena Vista for the purpose of recuperating. We
hope Miss Mary will soon gain her good health and
return to the editorial ?????? a position which
she is peculiarly and eminnet fitted.--Patriot.
The Schley County News is not for sale and has
not been. So says its fair editress; and she
ought to know. The paper has been a little under
the weather for the past few weeks, owing to the
serious illness of the young lady who, when well,
drives with force and effect its editorial quill,
but there is no probability of its suspension,
nor its change of ownership. When Mr. E.B.
Hornady bought the paper, he did so for the
benefit of Ellaville and Schley county and he is
determined that it shall continue to run in that
interest and that it shall fully merit the
liberal encouragement that the people of that
town and county have extended to it. We hope
soon to see its editress well enough to resume
control and make the News hum again.--Macon
County Citizen.
THE POPULIST TICKET The Populist met here
Saturday to nominate candidates for county
offices. The following is the ticket--For
representative--T.F. Rainey, Clerk Superior
Court--C.A. Thompson, Treasurer--Charles Tondee,
Tax Receiver--T.J. Hixon, Tax Collector--Warren
Reid, Sheriff--P.H. Smith, Coroner--Thomas Allen,
Surveyor--Bentley Halstead. These names
represent some of the best families in Schley Co.
and there are many people who are sorry to have
to vote against them, but no democrat will
hesitate to do his duty and stand up for his
principles even if he has to vote against his own
father or brother. The populists advocate
measures that are unreasonable and which the
leaders know would never be carried out id they
should get in power. Their deluded followers are
blindly following them, without any thought of
the consequences. These names will go down to a
political grave just as others have done in the
past. We believe that Schley county is more
democratic today thanshe was two years! ago.
IN MEMORIAM June 27th, Ada May, the little
daughter of Dr. and Mrs. R.E. Cato was taken from
them. Like the closing of a sensitive plant was
the brief life of this precious child. Too
delicate to keep, too pure to stay, God loaned
her to earth and loved ones only about 22 months.
For one so young to listen to reason as she did,
was wonderful indeed, she was remarkable
intelligent. Possessing a gentile spirit, her
very presence gave forth the fragrance of love.
She was the light and life of the home now left
to darkness and gloom.
Her baby voice was lute like in ?iss tones and
stole into the heart like music filling the house
with joy.
Her little feet were busy going from one member
of the family to another--making an equal
distribution of her affection--with the tendrils
of such love wound around the hearts of her loved
ones, we know it was hard. Oh! so hard! to say,
"Father thy will be done," but even now a rainbow
is shining through their tears, for they know
their jewel is safe in the arms of Jesus and with
her little beckoning hands beyond the river, the
way is brighter.
SHERIFF'S SALES Georgia Schley Co. Will be sold
before the courthouse door in said county,
between the legal hours of sale, on the first
Tuesday in August, the following described land
to wit, Lot of land No. 78, containing 202 1/2
acres, East half of lot No. 83 containing 100
acres, all of lot No. 52 except 20 acres,
triangular shape in the northeast corner of said
lot, whole of lot No. 45 except 4 acres
heretofore deeded to Keneth Stewart for mill and
gin purposes, all of Lot No. 21 lying northeast
of Buck-creek, the same being 160 acres, all of
Lot No.20 lying and being northeast of Buck
creek, containing 100 acres, all of lot No. 19
lying northeast of Buck Creek, containing 12
acres. 20 acres square shape off of lot No. 77,
27 1/2 acres off the west end of the south half
of lot Non 84, a branch being the boundary of
said 27 1/2 acres, the land aggregating 1003 1/2
acres, all in the 3rd district of Schley Co.,
Ga., said land bounded on the north by lands of
Sarah J. Ingram and W.D. Kelly, West by lands of!
Keneth Stewart and Sarah Peeples, East by lands
of Henry Stewart, C.C. Owens, P.C. Carr, Jr.,
Williami?? and Nancy Dupriest. Levied upon as
the property of Peter Stewart by a Mortgage FiFa
issued from the Supr. court in favor of Frank
W.Stanley vs. Peter Stewart's property pointed
out by said Fi Fa. Tenants in possession
notified in tarms of the Law. This July 5th,
1894.--William Allen, Sheriff.
Also at the same time and place will be sold lot
of land No. 165 in the 30th Dist. of said county,
containing 202 5/8 acres levied on as the
pproperty of T.B. Myers by FiFa issued from the
Supr. Court of said county in favor of E.S.
Baldwin Vs. T.B. Myers property pointed out by
E.S. Baldwin, Pltf. in fifa. Tenants in
possession notified in terms of law. This June
20th 1894.
Georgia Schley County All parties indebted to the
estate of Mrs. M.A. Burton are requested to make
immediate payment of same, and all parties
holding claims against said estate are notified
to present them as required by law.--P.E. Taylor,
Ordinary.
Georgia Schley County It appearing to the court
that the estate of David J. Apperson, deceased,
is unrepresented, Wherefore, Frances L. Achey,
one of the creditors of said deceased, desire the
said estate Admistered on, Notice is hereby given
to all parties interested to show cause before me
on the first Monday in Sept., why Clerk of
Superior Court or some other fit and proper
person should not be appointed as administrator
of said estate. Witness my hand and official
signature. This July 18th, 1894.--P.E. Taylor,
Ordinary.
Georgia Schley county To whom it may concern,
Greeting all parties interested are hereby
notified that the commissioners appointed by me
to set aside a years support for Mrs. M.F.
Apperson, wife of D.J. Apperson, deceased an
minor children have filed this report in this
office and you are notified to give your
objections in this office within the time allowed
by law; why said report should not be made the
judgement of this court. Witness my hand and
official seal, This June 25th, 1894.--Phil E.
Taylor, Ordinary.
end # 28.
The Schley County News Thursday, July 26, 1894
No. 29
LOCAL NEWS Shooting doves is now the favorite
sport of the nimrods. They must wait until the
15th of October before taking their dogs out to
flush partridges.
We have never seen gnats so numerous as they are
in Ellaville. The little pests come in armies to
torment the peaceful inhabitants of our burg.
Mr. J.M. Murray, clerk of court need no higher
endorsement than the record he has made since
being in office. He has given perfect
satisfaction and will go in again by a handsome
majority.
Collins, Williamson & Co. got out of lard last
week and sent out to Doc Lindsey for a supply.
He brought in 60 gallons as pretty as can be
found anywhere and has plenty more. How is this
for hard times.
Mr. H.S. Lindsay has a card in this issue
withdrawing from the race for Tax Collector. He
takes this step in the interest of the party to
which he has always been true. With the
assurance of such a flattering vote, it was a
noble spirit that prompted Mr. Lindsay to make
the sacrifice. His example is worthy of
emulation.
Mr. Uriah Collum was a pleasant visitor to our
office Saturday. He is the only survivor of the
number that went from Schley county to the
Mexican war. He delights to dwell on the scenes
of old times, but takes a lively interest in
current events of the day and keeps well informed
on all topics.
The Telegraph of Sunday gives Ed L. Scoville this
flattering notice, and it is very gratifying to
his Ellaville friends. A brighter mind it would
be difficult to find than that of Ed L. Scoville
of Buena Vista, who, after only five or six weeks
instruction in short hand, dispatches the
voluminous correspondence of the college with an
ease and accuracy which are tribute of the
highest order to himself and the system which the
college teaches.
A DELIGHTFUL OCCASION. A few couples were
pleasantly entertained at the pretty home of Mr.
T.J. Murphy on last Friday evening in compliment
to Misses Charlie Wynn and Willie Baisden of
Americus. Dainty and delicious refreshments were
served by the fair hostess and mirth and music
made the hours speed by till all too soon came
the time to say "good night."
LOST, STRAYED OR STOLEN. A young man of medium
height, fair complexion, blue eyes, black hair,
silken mustache, very prepossessing. When last
seen he was going in the direction of Hopwell.
Any information as to his whereabouts will be
thankfully received by the anxious maidens of
Ellaville.
TO THE CITIZENS OF SCHLEY CO. After mature
consideration, I have decided to withdraw from
the race for Tax Collector of Schley county,
knowing as I do that the present incumbent has
given general satisfaction in the discharge of
his official duties. I am willing to sacrifice
personal ambition to keep peace and harmony in
the ranks of the grand old democratic party.
Thanking my many friends for the kind
encouragement given me. I am very truly, H.S.
Lindsay. This July 23rd, 1894.
DEMOCRATIC MASS MEETING. J.R. Williams Nominated
For The Legislature. In obedience to the call of
the democratic executive committe of Schley
county, the voters of the party met at the court
house this July 21st, 1894, to nominate a
candidate for the lower house of the Georgia
Legislature. On motion of C.L. Peacock, W.D.
Murray was made chairman of the committee and
J.M. Murray made secretary. On motion of T.G.
Hudson, by vote of the convention, it was agreed
to nominate by acclaimation. J.M. Collum
nominated J.R. Williams who was unamimously
nominated by a rising vote.
A committee of five, viz: C.R. McCrory, A.M.
Caskey, T.G. Hudson, T.H. Devane and R.W. Hearn
were appointed to escort the nominee to the stand
who accepted the position in an eloquent speech.
T.G. Cheney offered the following resolutions
which were adopted.
Resolved by the democrats in mass meeting
assembled to nominate a candidate for
Representative for the county, believing that it
is the earnest desire of the people of this
county and judicial circuit that the Hon. J.B.
Hudson be elected solicitor general to fill the
unexpired term caused by the death of his father,
the late Hon. Chas. B. Hudson, we respectfully
request the legislature to elect him to that
position. Believing that in the son we will find
a faithful, competent, public servant, as was his
distinguished father and especially do we request
our immediate Senator and our Representative from
this county to use all honorable means to secure
his election.
The convention thereupon adjourned.
W.D. Murray, Chairman J.M. Murray, Secretary
Ellaville, Ga., July 21st, 1894.
PERSONAL Mrs. T.G. Cheney is visiting in
Oglethorpe.
Miss Tison of Macon, is the guest of Mrs. John
Haigler.
The serenaders discoursed sweet music Tuesday
night.
Miss Chappell of Plains is visiting her aunt,
Mrs. R.C. Wells.
Mrs. A. Allen went down to Americus yesterday to
visit relatives.
Prof. Merritt's old friends and pupils are glad
to welcome him to Ellaville.
Mr. William Carr, of Tazewell, visited his
sister, Mrs. J.F. Hudson, this week.
We are glad to learn that Miss Susie Snipes, who
has been quite ill is improving.
Miss Willie Williams left Sunday for a visit to
her sister, Mrs. J.S. Davis, of Albany.
Mr. Peacock, manager of the Telephone Exchange in
Americus spent Sunday at the hotel.
Dr. Munro's talk on the lesson at Sabbath school
Sunday morning was full of beautiful thoughts.
Miss Maud Bellew, of Calhoun, was the pleasant
guest of Miss Julia Peacock, for a few days last
week.
Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Hudson, of Americus, have been
visiting relatives in the county for several
days.
Misses Maud and Blanche Hudson left Sunday for an
extended visit to relatives in Fort Valley and
other points.
Dr. and Mrs. W.J. Sears came up Tuesday from
Kissimmee, Fla. to spend some time at the home of
Dr. W.D. Sears.
Miss Mamie Butt of Buena Vista is attending the
Teachers' Institute and is the charming guest of
Miss Emmie Baldwin.
Mrs. Walter Gaines and bight little son Ezekiel
Baldwin have returned home, after a pleasant
visit to relatives in Ellaville.
Messrs. Carl Murphy, Ed and Lin Bridges went over
to Concord Monday to see one of their college
friends who is assisting in a meting at that
place.
Mr. Charlie Thompson, who has been critically
ill, is rapidly convalescing and his many friends
are congratulating him upon his returning health.
A HAPPY MARRIAGE Mr. I.L. Lindsey, one of he most
successful young planters of our county went up
to Forsyth Tuesday on a pleasant mission. Last
evening at the residence of the bride's parents,
Mr. an Mrs. J.H. Mott, he was married to their
beautiful daughter, Miss Irene. The fair bride
has visited relatives in Ellaville on two
occasions and is remembered as most charming and
accomplished young lady. She is a niece of Mrs.
J.H. Kleckley of our town and her family is one
of the most prominent in Munroe county. The
groom stands high in this community as a moral
and energetic young man of fine business
qualities. The happy couple will arrive this
afternoon on the six o'clock train, and will be
tendered a reception this evening at the home of
the groom. They have many friends to wish them
happiness and propsperity in their wedded life.
A NEW FIRM Messrs. Arthur Hill and A.A.
Arrington, two of our most popular young men,
have formed a copartnership and will open the
first of September, a stock of general
merchandise in the store on the corner; formerly
occupied by T.A. Collins and decidedly the best
stand in town.
Capt. Peacock who owns the building has had it
completely renovated. The walls are neatly
papered and a liberal use of paint has made it
all ready for the fresh stock of goods soon to be
opened. Mr. Arringon has had several years
experience as saleman for Peacock & Arrington and
is fully compentent to look after every
department of the business. Mr. Arthur Hill who
has run the warehouse so successfully for several
seasons will continue to give his personal
attention to this business, in which he and Mr.
Arringon are now equally interested. The new
firm will make it to the interest of the planters
to bring their cotton to this market and will
have new and pretty goods to offer them as cheap
as can be bought any where. With the capital,
energy and good judgement that they will carry
into the new business, it is bound to be a
success.
TEACHERS IN SESSION. Interesting And Instructive
Programs, The Meetings Well Attended. The annual
Teachers Institute for this county met in the
court house Monday morning at ten o'clock. Prof.
W.B. Merritt , principal of the Boys High School,
Columbus, is the expert in charge, and he is
sparing no effort to make the instruction of the
highest benefit to the teachers. Mr. T.B. Rainey
who is the youngest teacher in the county is the
efficient secretary and the business of each day
has been dispatched pleasantly and profitable.
The following white teachers are in attendance:
Mrs. S.J. Reese, Miss Mittie Myers, J.M. Collum,
E.B. Barrow, A.J. Walters, C.E. Herring, J.F.
Royal, T.B. Rainey and Robert Glover.
The course of study is very comprehensive and practical
and the marked interest which the teacher's evince in
the work not only speaks well for the teachers but
reflects great credit upon the instructor. The
exercises tomorrow will close the session.
NOTES County school commissioner Collum looks well
after the comfort of the teachers and visitors, and is
proving himself to be the right man in the right place.
Prof. Merritt's talk on "The Development of the Mind"
was one of the most instructive and entertaining
lectures to which we have ever listened.
It is a matter of general regret that the Ellaville
High School has no representative in the Institute.
Our teachers are off on vacation.
It is surprising that so few of the school children
attend the meeting.
The bright eleven year old daughter of Mr. J.F. Woods
has been a regular attendant and her ready answers to
difficult questions reflects credit upon her teacher,
Mr. Herring.
Miss Mamie Butt, bright and attractive young teacher
fro Buena Vista is attending the session.
The visitors have been highly entertained and greatly
edified and regret that these fine opportunities for
filling the "store house" of memory will so soon close.
end # 29.
The Schley County News Thursday, August 2, 1894 No.
30
LOCAL NEWS The race for Sheriff has narrowed down to 3
candidates. Messrs. Gorrice, Haigler and Will Lumpkin
have withdrawn for the sake of harmony.
To be mayor of Americus is an enviable position judging
from the number of prominent citizens who are seeking
the office. There are almost a dozen candidates.
There is much complaint of the excessive heat. The
thermometer has been steadily climbing for several
days, and the sweltering inhabitants sigh for a whiff
of mountain air and the refreshing sea breezes.
Ellaville was full of people Saturday. The candidates
were abroad in the land and the colored brother was in
his glory.
Young Men, if you want to make you sweetheart smile,
bring her around to our drug store and call for a Pine
Apple Bon Bon. We have never known it to fail.--Munro
& Wall.
Mr. C.C. Shepherd, the enterprising representative of
Harrold Johnson & Co. and one of the most successful
planters of Sumter County, was in Ellaville Monday. He
thinks the prospects for fine crops this fall is very
flattering in many sections of the territory over which
he has traveled, but is fearful that the black rust
will greatly injure the cotton in some portions of Lee
county. We hear some complaint in this section of
yellow rust injuring cotton on sand land.
PERSONAL Mrs. Chappell of Plains is visiting Mrs.
Wells.
Mr. Arthur Hill has returned from a visit of several
days to Concord.
Several from Ellaville attended preaching at Andrew
Chapel Sunday.
Miss Fannie Mathis has returned from a pleasant visit
to her brother at Ty Ty.
Miss Mamie Stevens has returned from a pleasant visit
to Miss Pearl Bridges.
Mr. H.J. Williams left Sunday for a visit to Forsyth,
Atlanta and Indian Springs.
Mr. C.J. Green of Shellman spent a few days with
relatives in Ellaville this week.
The many friends of Mr. J.H. Pearce were glad to
welcome him to Ellaville Sunday.
Mrs. S.J. Winn and children came from Columbus Friday
to spend several days with relatives.
Misses Jewel Murphey and Mamie Lee Perry are spending a
few days very pleasantly at Andrew Chapel.
Miss Mary Williamson entertained a number of friends at
dinner Tuesday, in a very charming and delightful way.
Prof. Baldwin accompanied the organ with the coronet at
the Baptist school Sunday afternoon, and added very
much to the music.
Misses Louise and Lucille Dunn, the interesting little
daughters of Mr. J.B. Dunn of Americus are visiting
relatives in town.
Mrs. J.G. Collins with Misses Clair Hudson and Sallie
Mattie Williamson, made a pleasant visit to Concord
last week.
Mr. Will P. Hornady came down from Indian Springs to
spend Sunday with the home folks. He returned to
Albany Monday.
Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Stewart and their guest, Mrs. Land of
Atlanta, spent Sunday in Ellaville.
Misses Eva Cheney and May Davis are spending a few days
at the delightful country house of Mr. B.F. Greene.
Miss Julia Peacock entertained a number of her friends
informally at the hotel Friday evening, in that easy,
graceful manner that always insures to her guests a
pleasant time.
Maj. Baldwin is shipping some fine melons.
Master Lawson Stapleton visited Ellaville with his
father this week.
Dr. Sam Williamson made a flying trip to Montezuma last
Tuesday.
Mr. and Mrs. J. Newt Mott are visiting Ellaville.
Mr. and Mrs. Jossey have returned to their home in
Atlanta.
Mr. Charlie Chambliss has secured a position as
salesman, with Peacock and Arrington. He is an
energetic, through going young man, such as Ellaville
is always delighted to welcome in her midst.
WEDDING NEAR FORSYTH A Pleasant Home Wedding Celebrated
Last Wednesday.
Forsyth, Ga., July 28.--Special--One of the most
brilliant home weddings that has occured in this county
in many months was that on Wednesday evening last at
the elegant country home of Mr. John H. Mott of
Johnsonville, about ten miles north of this city.
The contracting parties were Miss Irene, the lovely
daughter of Mr. Mott to Mr. I.L. Lindsay, a prominent
and popular young planter of Ellaville.
The ceremony which was ????? in every etail was
impressively performed by Rev. Ralph Hunt. The
attendants were Mr. T.J. Oglethorpe with Miss Lena
Fleming, Mr. L??? Alexander with Miss (the remainder of
the column was too badly faded to read).
end # 30.
The Schley County News Thursday, August
9, 1894 No. 31
LOCAL NEWS Mr. S.R.Bridges who entered the
Ga.-Ala. Business College at Macon about
two months ago, has made rapid progress in
his studies. He has already mastered book
keeping and is filling a position in the
first national bank of the college. We
congratulate our young friend on the fine
progress he has made.
The fall term of Ellaville High School
will begin on Monday, August 20th. I will
be in Ellaville after the 13th to arrange
for the term.--C. Whitehurst.
CAN YOU BEAT THIS? Mr. George Massey
returned last week from a trip to Terrell
county. He brought with him a branch from
a cotton stalk grown on the plantation of
Mr. J.M. Bridges near Dawson, that is
ahead of anything we have ever seen. The
limb is just six inches across and
contains cotton bolls so thick as to
almost touch. Mr. Bridges has seventy-
five acres of this prolific cotton on his
fine farm. The magnificent crops in that
section completely captured Mr. Massey and
he has invested in a well equipped farm.
We are sorry to learn that he contemplates
leaving Schley county the coming winter.
PERSONAL Mr. Frank Lanier was selling
goods in Ellaville Monday.
Miss Callie Slappey of LaCrosse visited
Miss Eva Cheney, Wednesday.
Mr. Frank Monfort of Buena Vista came down
Tuesday on business.
Miss Minnie Dudley is visiting Miss Clare
Hudson this week.
Mr. Henry Singletary of LaCrosse came up
Monday on business.
Mr. Ed Bridges returned home this week
after a pleasant visit to Montezuma.
Mr. Henry Lumpkin of Americus came up
Tuesday on business of importance.
Mr. Eli Stewart of Stewart's mill visited
the family of Mr. Elbert Hill this week.
Messrs. J.H. Kleckley and A.J. Hill went
down to Americus Tuesday on business.
Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Slappey of Shellman,
Ga. spent Wednesday with Mrs. S.E.
Hornady.
Miss Bessie Wooten of Buena Vista is the
charming guest of Miss Julia Peacock this
week.
Miss Florence Tison and Eva Wall spent
several days in Ellaville last week
visiting friends.
Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Hixon, of Americus,
visited the family of Mr. T.V. Bridges
this week.
Little Miss Ann May McCrory of Columbus is
visiting at the home of her uncle, Col.
C.R. McCrory.
Mr. Charlie Slappey, of Shellman, Ga., was
in Ellaville Monday, shaking hands with
his many friends.
Misses May Davis and Eva Cheney are at
home again after a weeks visit to Mr. and
Mrs. B.F. Greene.
Dr. W.J. Sears and wife, after a pleasant
visit to their son, Dr. W.D. Sears, left
Sunday to visit relatives in Forsyth, Ga.
Mrs. McElmurray left Saturday to visit her
daughter, Mrs. M.I. McGarrah, who is very
ill; we hope she will very soon be
restored to health.
Miss Kate Williams many friends are
delighted to see her at home again after a
pleasant visit to her sister, Mrs. J.H.
Davis in Albany.
Miss May Davis returned to her home in
Americus Tuesday after a visit of several
weeks to her sister Mrs. Eugene Dixon.
She will be greatly missed by her many
friends.
Miss Minnie Lou Williamson returned to her
home Tuesday, after a delightful visit to
relatives in Columbus, she was accompanied
by her cousin Miss Julia Patterson, who
will spend some time in Ellaville.
Mr. J.B. Williamson and Miss Mary Hornady
left Monday for Milledgeville to attend
the Press Convention and from there they
go on to Richmond, Washington and New
York, they will return by steamer.
SHERIFF'S SALES Georgia Schley County
Will be sold on the first Tuesday in
September, next at the Court House in said
county, within the legal hours of sale, to
the highest bidder for cash, the following
property to wit: North half of lot of
land number one hundred and three (103) in
the Third district of Schley County,
Georgia and seventy five acres in the
southeast corner of lot of land number one
hundred and twenty one (121) and fifty
acres, more or less, in the northeast
corner of lot of land number one hundred
and four (104) in the Third district of
Schley County, Georgia, containing in all
Two Hundred and Twenty-six and One Fourth
acres, (226 1/4) acres, more or less.
Said land levied on as the property of
Patrick H. Anglin to satisfy an execution
issued from the Superior court of Worth
county, Georgia in favor of Equitable
Mortgage Company against Patrick H.
Anglin. This 6th day of August 1894.
William Allen, Sheriff.
Georgia-Schley County. To whom it may
concern: Laura C. Jones administrix on the
Estate of Alfred Mayo, deceased, of said
County, has in due form of law applied to
me for letters of dismission on said
estate. I will pass upon her application
on the first Monday in October, at my
office in Ellaville, said county. Given
under my hand and official signature. This
August 8th 1894. Phil E. Taylor,
Ordinary.
Georgia-Schley County To whom it may
concern: W.H. Heath, Executor on the
Estate of T.R. Pool, deceased, of said
county has in due form of law applied to
me fro letters of dismission on said
Estate. I will pass upon his application
on the First Monday in October at my
office in Ellaville, said county. Given
under my hand and official signature, this
August 8th 1894. Phil E. Taylor,
Ordinary.
end # 31.
The Schley County News Thursday, August
16, 1894 No. 32
LOCAL NEWS Ellaville received her first
bale of new cotton Wednesday. Tom Powell,
col., brought it in and sold it to Major
E.S. Baldwin for 6 1/2 cts. per pound.
This is four days ahead of last year's
first bale.
The directors met Wednesday to reorganize
the Planters' Bank. Mr. A.J. Walters was
made cashier to fill out the unexpired
term of J.E. Clark. The bank hopes to
resume business 1st of September.
Mr. Ed Hornady's many friends will
sympathize with him deeply in the loss of
his fine pointer dog "Joe," who died from
being poisoned. Joe was known to almost
everyone who comes to town, and will be
greatly missed, especially by his master,
as he was faithful to meet him at the
train when he came home.
Mr. and Mrs. C. Whitehurst's many friends
are delighted to see them at home again
after a pleasant visit of several weeks to
friends and relatives in middle Georgia.
Prof. will open school the 29th and we
hope he will be greeted by a large number
of bright children ready to enter upon
there duties with renewed energy. There
is no reason why there should not be a
large school at this place and it is the
duty of every citizen who feels an
interest in the town to talk for the
school, and help the teachers in every way
possible.
THE FESTIVAL AT THE PARK The festival at
the Park last night was one of the most
pleasant entertainments that has ever been
given by the Band. The Park presented
quite a pretty scene, lighted up with
Japanese lanterns, the band had a splendid
program prepared and the audience was
highly entertained by the usually good
performance. Refreshments were served at
ten o'clock, and all expressed themselves
as having enjoyed the evening very much,
and hoped would have a repetition of it at
some early day.
PERSONAL Dr. Len Bridges visited Americus
this week.
Mr. Ed Hornady spent Sunday with the home
folks.
Dr. W.J. Sears left Thursday for his home
in Kissimmee, Florida.
Mr. Jobe Murray is visiting in Americus
this week.
Messrs. Ed Cheney and Prof Baldwin visited
Americus Monday.
Quite a pleasant party picniced at
Knowltons Spring to-day.
Mrs. T.H. Wilkinson spent Monday with her
sister, Mrs. S.E. Hornady.
Wilbur Cherry of the Americus Penny Press
was in Ellaville Thursday.
Mr. A.J. Hill and Miss Neli Davis visited
friends in Buena Vista Friday.
Mr. Morgan Hudson of LaCrosse came up to
the festival Wednesday night.
Miss Helen Glover of Andrew Chapel is
visiting her cousin, Mrs. T.A. Collins.
Miss Callie Slappey of LaCrosse is the
pleasant guest of Miss Eva Cheney this
week.
Misses Stella and Kittie Tyson were
pleasant visitors at the home of Mrs. T.V.
Bridges Sunday.
Mrs. Charlie Thompson's many friends will
be pleased to know that she is improving.
Mrs. J.N. Cheney and Foster, left on last
Thursday to spend some time with relatives
in Atlanta.
Miss Julia Peacock came home Tuesday from
a pleasant visit Miss Bessie Wooten in
Buena Vista.
Little Misses Grace and Aldine Peacock,
Bessie Lou Sears and Anna May McCrory went
down to Americus Tuesday.
Little Maud Wilkinson of Andrew Chapel
spent a few days this week with her
cousin, Maud Williamson.
Mr. Olin Dixon, one of Americus'
progressive merchants, visited his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. P.F. Dixon
Wednesday.
Messrs. Bob Glover and Bob Wilkinson
attended the entertainment at the Park
Wednesday night.
Mrs. C.H. Smith, after a visit of several
weeks in Ellaville returned to her home in
New Smyrna, Fla. last Thursday.
Mrs. J.B. Williamson and children returned
Saturday from a pleasant visit to
relatives and friends in Columbus and
Cusseta.
Mr. H.J. Williams and little daughter,
Ina, are at home again after a delightful
visit to Forsyth, Atlanta and other
points.
Misses Mary Williamson and Julia Patterson
went over to Friendship this week to visit
the family of Mr.Ab Wooldridge.
Little Misses Dunn returned to their home
in Americus Tuesday after a pleasant stay
with relatives in Ellaville.
Master Harry Dixon came home Friday from
Americus where he has been visiting his
grand parents Mr. and Mrs. H.S. Davis for
several weeks.
Mr. B.F. Greene brought some fine
watermelons to town Monday and distributed
them among his friends.
>From a private letter received from Miss
Mary Hornady we learn that the editors are
having a delightful trip.
Miss Cattie Singletary of LaCrosse visited
Miss Eva Cheney this week and added much
to the pleasure of one of our young men.
Mr. H.C. Arrington of Shiloh spent Monday
with his daughter, Mrs. C.L. Peacock. His
many friends are glad to know that he is
able to be up again after serious Illness.
Mr. Charlie Chambliss of Shiloh, has
entered upon his duties as salesman for
Messr. Peacock & Arrington. We welcome
Mr. Chambliss to Ellaville and wish him
success in his new field of labor.
Miss Mary Williamson complimented her sisters, Minnie Lou and Maud
with a picnic at Lumpkins spring Monday. The occasion being the
anniversary of their birthdays. The little folks voted this the
most pleasant occasion of the season. They were chaperoned by
Mrs. Williamson, Misses Nell Davis and Mary Williamson, Messrs.
A.J. Hill and Sam Williamson.
Georgia Schley County
To Whom it may concern, J.A. Snider, Guardian of Wyatt, Dora,
Della, John and Charlie Snider applies to me for letters of
dismission from said Guardianship and I will pass upon his
application on the first Monday in August next at My office in
Ellaville, said county. Given under my hand and official
signature. This June 15th 1894. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary.
end # 32.
The Schley County News Thursday, August 23rd, 1894 No. 33
LOCAL NEWS The rains have somewhat retarded cotton picking, but
the farmers are managing to get out enough to occasionally send a
bale to market. In a week or two the streets will be full of
wagons, money will be circulating freely, business will be brisk
and every body happy.
Col. G.P. Munro accompanied Mr. Garrard to Ellaville last week.
While his own election is assured, Mr. Munro never loses an
opportunity to work for the party, and he is proving himself
worthy of the honors his county has bestowed upon him.
Dr. Munro reports his little patient Miss Maud Wells as doing
nicely. She is bearing up remarkably well under her severe and
trying affliction, and many older ones could learn from this child
a profitable lesson of patience and cheerfulness.
One who sits down in Ellaville and never drives out through the
fine farming lands can have no idea of the magnificient crops
maturing in Schley county. Dr. Munro brought in a sample of cane
from the plantation of Mr. Ebb Cordell this week that has already
matured four feet. The crops all over the county are as fine as
one could wish, and yet some people are foolish enough to talk of
hard times.
Large volumes of smoke issued from the stack of Mr. A.C. Murray's
new gin yesterday and everything in that direction is assuming a
business air. This is an important enterprise for Ellaville. The
machinery is being oiled up and everything is being put in
readiness for a rushing business. Soon it will be fairly humming
and the furnace will hardly get cold during the season.
The pleasant manner in which Mr. Zeke Wall's twentieth birthday
was celebrated will make him wish for the anniversary to roll
around at a very rapid rate. Dr. and Mrs. Munro in honor of the
occasion threw open their doors to the young people Monday evening
and assisted by their charming guests, Miss Willa Wooten and Miss
Alma Sampson (could be Simpson), of Buena Vista, provided an
entertainment of rare pleasure. The refreshments were delightful.
We wish for Mr. Wall many happy returns of the day. The serenade
by the Eclipse Band was excellent.
DEATH OF AN OLD CITIZEN Mr. T.J. Baisden, Sr., one of Schley
county's oldest and best known citizens passed away at his home
near LaCrose, Friday morning at one o'clock. His frame enfeebled
by old age could not withstand the ravages of a lingering fever,
and the best medical skill and tenderest care was of no avail. Mr.
Baisden came with his young wife from Baldwin county in 1839 and
settled in Schley. By economy and industry he amassed
considerable property, and was known as one of the most
intelligent and successful planters in this section. In an
unostentatious way he dispensed charities year by year to the poor
and unfortunate, and these beneficiaries of his bounty ever looked
upon him as a friend indeed. His honesty and upright dealings won
for him the respect of all with whom he came in contact. A large
family of children and grand children are left to mourn his death.
The remains were interred in the Ellaville cemetery in the
presence of a large concourse of friends.
(THERE IS A LARGE COLUMN THAT WAS CUT FROM THIS PAGE OF THE PAPER
SOMETIME PRIOR TO ITS FILMING. WE CAN ONLY WONDER WHAT IT MAY
HAVE CONTAINED.)
PERSONAL Mrs. B.F. Green is visiting relatives in Shellman.
Mrs. J.F. Hudson visited relatives in Tazewell this week.
Rev. C.E. Dowman was among his Ellaville friends Monday.
Mrs. Freelin Scarborough and children are visiting relatives in
Ellaville.
Mrs. H.T. Arrington and children are spending several days in
Americus.
Mr. Zack Wall of Watkinsville has been visiting relatives in
Ellaville this week.
Misses Willa Wooten and Alma Simpson were the charming guests of
Dr. and Mrs. H.S. Munro this week.
Miss Marry Watts, a popular young lady of Americus, is visiting
Miss Pearl Bridges.
Mr. A.A. Arrington went up to Macon this week to purchase the fall
stock for the new firm of Hill & Arrington.
Hon. E.B. Lewis and Dr. T.E. Chambers the popular mayor of
Montezuma, came over to the speaking Friday and spent the day with
friends.
Mrs.S.H. Davis of Americus is spending a few days in Ellaville to
the delight of her many friends.
Prof. W.B. Merriitt and his accomplished sister, Miss Minnie,
spent yesterday in Ellaville.
The excursion train that passed through here yesterday lacked a
great deal of being crowded. Only a few went from this place.
Mr. Bynum Reid returned Monday (??) where he has been taking a
course in telegraphy.
Mr. A.J. Hill and Prof. Baldwin made a number (of) little girls
happy by taking them for a drive out to the scuppernong
harber(arbor?) of Messrs. Murrly (Murray?). Prof. Baldwin added
much to their pleasure.
end # 33
The Schley County News Thursday, August 30, 1894 No. 34
LOCAL NEWS The People's Party met Friday and made important
changes in their business. Mr. Charlie Tondee will take Mr.
Thompson's place at the alliance store while Mr. Robert Eason will
look after the business of the warehouse.
We are glad to learn that Mr. D.W. Rainey who is at the National
Surgical Institute, Atlanta, for treatment is doing well as could
be expected under the circumstances. His many friends hope that
he will very soon be restored to health.
DEATH STRIKES DOWN ANOTHER LAND MARK. Mr. Simeon Thompson, an old
resident of Schley County, passed away at the home of Mr.
McElmurray in the upper portion of the county Friday. He served
in the Indian war and was always a brave honest citizen. He was
the uncle of Mrs. S. McElmurray of this placeand has hosts of
relatives all over the county to deplore his death.
The Planters' Bank of Ellaville did a good thing when they elected
Mr. A.J. Walters, of that town, cashier of the bank. We have
known "Lon" ever since he was a little barefoot boy, and he is not
only an expert book-keeper, but he is honor and honesty
personified.--Arabi Express.
A PAINFUL ACCIDENT Mr. John Hudson's mule ran away Friday throwing
him out between the axle and cross bar of the buggy with his head
dragging on the ground for several yards. He received painful
injuries in the back and shoulders but it is hoped that nothing
serious will result. In his suferings, Mr. Hudson has the
sympathy of his friends.
PERSONAL Mr. Horace Munro was in town Sunday.
Mr. O(philo) V. Lamar, of Richland was in town Monday.
Mr. Cunningham of Andersonville was in town Monday.
Miss Eva Wall has been the guest of Mrs. Munro this week.
Mr. A.J. Hill attended camp meeting in Oglethorpe this week.
A number of boys and girls will soon be leaving Ellaville for
college.
Miss Eva Cheney has been entertaining Miss Lizzie Slappey this
week.
Mrs. J.S. Davis is visiting at the home of her brother, Hon. J.R.
Williams.
Miss Bessie Cheney returned Monday from a pleasant visit to
Montezuma.
Mr. W.W. McCorkle is having a pretty residence built on his place
near Hopewell.
Mr. Charlie Chambless' fine tenor voice adds very much to the
music at both churches.
Messrs. Lee and Marcus Snider came up from Americus Saturday to
spend a few days with relatives.
Prof. Park who fills the chair of Latin in Andrew Female college
spent several days in Ellaville last week.
Dr. J.N. Cheney went up to Atlanta Sunday, where Mrs. Cheney and
Foster are spending some time with relatives.
Mr. J.N. Scarborough the newly appointed postmaster of Americus
was shaking hands with his Ellaville friends Tuesday.
Miss Charlie Winn Baisden and Mr. Winston Dixon attended church
here Sunday, and spent the day with friends.
Messrs. Ed and Len Bridges have returned from the Oglethorpe
campmeeting where they spent a few days very pleasantly.
Miss Em Coleman of Columbus, the little guest of Grace and Aldine
Peacock sings very sweetly and is an elocutioned of rare ability
for one so young.
Messrs. Edgar and Horace Stewart were in town Wednesday. Mr.
Horace Stewart will probably enter our High School the first of
September.
Mr. A.A. Arrington returned Friday from a trip to Macon in which
he combined pleasure and business. After purchasing a large stock
of merchandise for his new store, he made a visit to relatives in
Twiggs county.
Mr. Robert Glover will be with the firm of H.L. Mize & Co. in
Americus, the coming season. He entered upon his duties Monday
morning. Much regret is felt that his work takes him away from
Ellaville.
A FINE POSITION Miss Kate Williams, one of our most popular young
ladies, has accepted the position of principal of the primary
department, and teacher of elocution in the New Ebenezer College
and School of Business at Cochran, Ga. She left Tuesday for her
new field of labor. The people of Cochran are indeed fortunate in
securing the services of one who is in every way so well qualified
for the position. Miss Williams is universally beloved by our
people and many are the good wishes for her success and happiness.
end # 34
The Schley County News Thursday, Septemmber 6, 1894 No. 35
GOING TO LIBERIA The International Migration Society which was
formed in Birmingham, Ala., in February has just closed a contract
with an African Steamship Line for the transportation of 5,000
negroes to Liberia prior to November. Bishop Turner has been
going about making speeches and the negroes have become
enthusiastic on the subject. The Liberian government has promised
each colonist twenty five acres of land and tools with which to
till the soil. Prominent negroes all over the South are
advocating the scheme and it is probable that by January, 10,000
will have been transported.
On June 1, 1894, the population of the United States was estimated
at 68,275,000. The amount of money in circulation at that time
was $1,675,669,401, which was equal to 24.54 per capita.
LOCAL NEWS Mr. Reub Rainey returned Monday from Atlanta, where he
has been for several days at the bedside of his sick brother. He
brought the gratifying news of a decided improvement in Mr. Dan
Rainey's condition and although (he) has been in such a critical
state his friends have strong hopes of his complete recovery.
Mr. A.J. Hill has had his saw mill moved over to Mr. Robert
Strange's place near Andrew Chapel. Mr. Hardin Chambless will be
in charge and will saw up a large quantity of timber.
It is with pleasure we note the improvement in the condition of
Hon G.P. Munro, who has been quite ill at his father's home at
Putnam.
The new firm of Hill & Arrington are offering bargains to the
trade. See their add in another column.
Mr. Paul Davis who left Ellaville ten years ago to locate in
Arkansas, arrived in Americus last week on a visit to his family.
We are sorry to learn that he is suffering from an attack of
malarial fever contracted in his western home. Those who remember
the beardless youth who left Ellaville so long ago will hardly
recognize the stalwart man. Mr. Davis will receive a warm welcome
from his old friends in Ellaville.
Mr. Sasser of Albany is boarding at the hotel and teaching a class
in garment cutting by the improved adjustable tailor system.
A HANDSOME RESIDENCE Mr. I.L. Lindsey is building a pretty home on
his fine place two miles from town. It will be on the same style
of Mr. R.C. Wells' residence, which is one of the most comfortable
and conveniently arranged in the county. Haigler Bros. have the
contract and the work will be rapidly pushed to completion.
The first celebration of Labor Day as a national holiday was
fittingly observed Monday.
PERSONAL Mr. Will Housen of Savannah was in town Tuesday.
Mr. Len Baldwin made a short visit to New Orleans this week.
Mr. Benajah Peacock of Buena Vista is visiting relatives in
Ellaville.
Col. H.A. Mathews of Fort Valley was in town Tuesday on important
business.
Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Kelley of Poindexter visited relatives in
Ellaville Sunday.
Col. E.F. Hinton of Americus is spending the week at the Peacock
House.
Rev. A.V. Simms, of Valdosta, was in Ellaville Monday, the guest
of Mr. J.M. Murray.
Mrs. Wright Brady of Huntington visited the family of Mrs. S.E.
Hornady Sunday.
Mrs. Tookesbury and daughter have been visiting at the home of Mr.
H.T. Arrington this week.
Mr. Andrew Glover one of the staunchest Democrats of the county
was in town Saturday on business.
Dr. and Mrs. Cheney returned Tuesday from Atlanta where they have
been visiting relatives.
Mr. T.V.Bridges and his pretty daughter, Miss Pearl, returned
Friday from the Oglethorpe campmeeting.
Miss Annie Bagley of Cusseta came down Tuesday for a visit of
several days to her cousin Mrs. J.B. Williamson.
Rev. Hardy Phillips and Mr. J.M. Murray are attending the
Primitive Baptist asociation near Columbus.
Messrs. A.A. Arrington and Charlie Chambless attended the closing
exercises of the Shiloh school Friday night.
Mr. and Mrs. Thompson returned last week from a visit in the upper
part of the county. Mrs. Thompson was much improved by the trip.
Mrs. C.R.McCrory and children left today for a visit to Mrs. R.W.
Edwards of Louisville, Ky. Col. McCrory went as far as Columbus
with them.
Mrs. Laura Mauk spent Sunday in Buena Vista with her son, Burt,
who is a popular salesman at the Georgia Trading Company's store.
Mrs. J.S. Davis, of Albany, in search of a healthful and
delightful place to spend a few weeks, has come to Ellaville and
is comfortably installed at our popular hotel.
Miss Emmie Baldwin who has been visiting in Columbus for several
weeks returned home Sunday accompanied by her sister, Mrs.
Chipley. Miss Emmie has been greatly missed by her friends and
all are glad to welcome her home again.
Miss Jewel Murphy will enter the Gainesville Conservatory of Music
in a few weeks. Miss Minnie Merritt who fills the chair of latin
in this college so acceptably, will carry with her from this
section several bright young ladies.
Mrs. J.N. Scarborough and children are spending some time at the
home of Capt.Burton. Mrs. Scarborough is just recovering from a
spell of slow fever and we are glad to know that the salubrious
air of Ellaville is proving very beneficial to her health.
Misses Eva Cheney, Mary Williamson, E. Wall and A.J. Hill spent
yesterday with friends in Buena Vista. They drove through the
country in fine style.
Misses Mary Williamson, Eva Cheney, Sallie Womack and Lizzie
Rainey will leave Monday for Milledgeville where they will resume
their studies at the Normal and Industrial College.
end # 35
The Schley County News Thursday, September 13th, 1894 No. 36
LETTER FROM FLORIDA
Centerville, Fla., Sept. 8, 1894.
Editor News:
While I am not a citizen of the great state of Georgia, I feel a
deep interest in its welfare, politically as well.
As to your gubernatorial election, you need not apprehend any
fears as to the result, as Judge Hines will be buried so deep
beneath democratic ballots on the day of the election that his
deluded followers will never attempt to resurect him.
Speaker Crisp whom all Florida loves for his brilliant record in
Congress will get there with both feet.
But in some of your counties the lines between the two contending
parties are too closely drawn to make it easy sailing, and this
should arouse every true reflecting democrat to a full sense of
his duty, and as there are less than thirty days before your
election, let every one resolve to carry one vote if not more to
the polls on the day of the election. You have the material, try
it.
Mr. Editor, I am a little retiring in my disposition, and never
feel like offering advice voluntarily, but I have many friends in
Schley county, who are honest, upright, law abiding citizens.
Some of them have erred and gone astray by listening to the
deceptive syren song of the populists. Will they not pause and
consider and retrace their steps before they are overwhelmingly
defeated? The hand writting is on the wall. I shall await the
results of your election with anxiety and when the news reaches me
of a victory, which shall surely occur, I shall toss my hat as
high and rejoice as sincerely as you of Schley.
Yours very truly, W.T. Snipes.
LOCAL NEWS Mrs. W.D. Murray has recovered from an illness of a few
days.
Major Baldwin is keeping the cotton market up to the highest
notch. The farmers have found out that this is the best place to
bring their cotton and the way it is rolling in makes the merchant
smile.
The leaders of the Populists in Schley can't keep their followers
in line. There is confusion in the ranks and hardly enough life
left in the party to ever again rally their forces.
Rev. B.E. Whittington of the Marion circuit filled the methodist
pulpit Sunday night and delivered a short and impressive sermon to
a good congregation.
Dr. Munro came down from Putnam yesterday to attend to some calls.
We are glad to learn from him that his brother is improving.
The many friends of Miss Maud Wells will learn with pleasure that
she is rapidly recovering and will soon be able to get about. She
is bright and cheerful, and has suffered very little from her
broken limb.
When the collector comes around please be prepared to pay what you
are due the News, and save us the trouble of calling on you so
often. We have waited on you all the summer, now we must have the
money.
Ellaville will never look like anything but a country cross road
so long as the weeds are left to adorn the principal streets.
Lady passengers who come through Ellaville had rather stay in the
train and do without supper than to attempt to wade through the
weeds up to the hotel.
Mr. Horace Stewart has entered our school and is boarding with his
sister, Mrs. A.C. Murray.
Miss May Tondee is another bright boarding pupil who entered
school here this week.
Mr. Josh Cunningham, who lives at Andersonville, brought his
cotton to Ellaville this week and sold it to Major Baldwin.
The venders of "antique mullet" were on every street corner
Saturday crying "f-r-e--s--h fish."
Mr. R. Don McLeod is happy over the fact that the Populists will
soon start a newspaper in Oglethorpe. He thinks there will then
be some hope of keeping posted as to "where they are at."
Mr. John Hudson was on our streets Saturday. He has recovered
recently from the injuries he received from being thrown from a
buggy.
Mr. Jabe Murray, one of our brightest and most energetic youngmen,
now handles the yard stick at Hill & Arrington's new store.
Children for miles around are coming to our High School. There
could be places for three or four teachers if every citizen would
do his part toward building up the school.
DEATH OF MR. G. BUNYAN WEAVER A gloom was cast over our town by
the announcement of the death of Mr. G.B. Weaver, which sad event
occurred at his residence near Shiloh, Friday. He had been ill
with slow fever for several weeks but his friends hoped that his
splendid constitution could withstand the ravages of the disease.
Mr. Weaver was well known in this section. He taught school in
Ellaville for a year and was also engaged in the merchantile
business here a few years ago. He possessed in a high degree all
the essential elements of good citizenship and no one ever doubted
his genuine piety. He "committed his way unto the Lord" and in
that higher life to which he has passed is reaping the reward that
awaits the faithful. For the young wife and four orphan children
upon whom this blow has fallen with such startling and crushing
force, the deepest sympathy is felt by our people.
PERSONAL Mr. A.J. Hill and his mother attended the Butler camp
meeting this week.
Mesdames Dodson and Smith returned to their house in Americus
Friday, after a pleasant visit to Mrs. R.C. Wells.
Col. C.R. McCrory returned Friday from Montgomery, Ala. He went
that far with Mrs. McCrory to see her safely on the way to
Louisville, Ky., where she will spend some time with her sister,
Mrs. Edwards.
Mrs. Freeman Dixon spent last week at LaCrosse attending Mrs. L.W.
Dixon who has been seriously ill from an attack of fever.
Misses Nell Davis, Julia Peacock, Mary Williamson and Eva Cheney;
Messrs. Zeke Wall and Dr. Sam Williamson made up a pleasant party
to drive through to Oglethorpe Tuesday morning. Misses Williamson
and Cheney took the train at that place for Milledgeville where
they will enter the Girls Normal and Industrial College for
another year. In social circles these bright young ladies will be
greatly missed.
Misses Agnes and Kittie Wimbish, the accomplished daughters of Mr.
M.W. Wimbish, who have been North fro two years attending one of
the best colleges, returned home last week. They will remain in
the South a portion of the winter and then enter the University
for women in Philadelphia. The friends of these bright young
ladies are pleased to hear of the fine stand they are taking in
their studies.
ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAY NIGHT The amateur troupe composed of some of
the best talent in Ellaville will present the play "Driven from
Home" at the academy Friday night. Those taking part have been
busy rehearsing this week and will be well prepared to sustain
their parts in a creditable manner. Seats can be secured by
calling at Munro & Wall's drug store.
ANOTHER ENTERPRISE It is probable that Ellaville will soon have a
Postal Telegraph service. A petition has been sent up to
headquarters and if an office is established here Mr. Bynum Reid,
who has recently returned from the school of telegraphy in Senoia,
will be in charge.
Mr. John Rainey and Mr. Henry Tison were baptized at Ebenezer
Sunday.
AN IMPROVEMENT IN THE BAPTIST CHURCH Material has been placed on
the ground for building a pool in the Baptist church and the work
will begin in a few days. This has long been needed as it is very
inconvenient to go such a distance to administer the ordinance of
baptism. From a small number of faithful members this church has
steadily grown to one of the strongest in this section.
end # 36
The Schley County News Thursday, September 20th, 1894
No. 37
LOCAL NEWS Miss Willie Bentley of Cusseta made a short
visit to Mrs. J.B. Williamson last week.
Dr. Bivins appeared in a new role Saturday. As a
singing master, he is a great success.
Col. W.H. McCrory of Columbus came down Friday to look
after matters of business and take in the Democratic
rally Saturday.
Misses Cattie Singletary and Lizzie Slappey of LaCrosse
were pleasantly entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
T.A. Collins, a few days last week.
Mr. Carl Murphy left Saturday via Columbus for Oxford
where he will resume his studies at Emory College. The
friends of this bright young man watch with pride his
career and predict for him a successful future.
Mr. Paul Davis after an absence of ten years, is in
Ellaville this week renewing old acquaintances and
making new friends. In the home of his boyhood he has
a warm welcome and all regret that his stay is so
short. He will leave in a few days for Bryan, Texas to
his position with the merchantile house of Webb &
Davis.
We are sorry to learn that Messrs. Ben Strange and Lee
McCrory had the misfortune to lose their handsome
residence in New Smyrna by fire last week. A portion
of the furniture was saved and the building was only
partially insured.
THE PLANTERS BANK The Planters' Bank is moving along as
smoothly as though nothing had ever disturbed its
financial standing. Mr. Walters the cashier is one of
the most expert accountants in the state and is
perfectly at home in this position. Money is plentiful
to pay for all the cotton that comes in; and Ellaville
is recognized as one of the best cotton markets in this
section. There is nothing to do now but work together
and go on to a new era of prosperity.
Mr. R.W. Hearn came over to the speaking Saturday and
went back full of Democratic enthusiasm. Mr. Hearn is
an honor to his party, brave enough to stand by his
principles at all times and in all places. He is very
happy over the outlook for democratic success.
Miss Willa Wooten has returned to Buena Vista after a
pleasant visit to Dr. and Mrs. Munro.
Little Eramie Coleman who has been in Ellaville for
several weeks returned to Columbus Sunday.
Mr. Len Baldwin who has been teaching the Eclipse band
for several months left Sunday for his home in Newnan.
Mr. Charlie Thompson returned Tuesday from a visit to
Lumpkin.
Mr. John Collins visited Americus Tuesday.
Miss Joe Murray who has been several days at the home
of Mr. J.G. Collins returned home Tuesday.
Mesdames Crisp and Scarborough and Mr. Homer Burton
visited Capt. Burton Saturday.
Mrs. R.M. Murphy and daughter, Miss Jewel, returned
yesterday from a visit to Americus.
Mrs. Rosa Merchon died at her father's home in Americus
yesterday. The announcement of her death fell with
peculiar sadness on many hearts in Ellaville and
deepest sympathy is felt for the bereaved family.
LEGAL ADVERTISING Georgia--Schley County All persons
having demands against the estate of David J. Apperson,
late of said county deceased, are hereby notified to
render in their demands to the undersigned according to
law and all persons indebted to said estate are
required to make immediate payment. This Sept. 3rd
1894. J.M. Murray, adm'r. of David J. Apperson,
deceased.
Gerogia--Schley County Agreeable to an order of the
court of Ordinary of said county, will be sold at the
court house door in Ellaville, said county, on the
first Tuesday in October, next, within the legal hours
of sale, the following property, to wit: Lot of land
number 54 in the 30th District of said county,
containing 202 1/2 acres, more or less. Sold as the
property of T.F. Rainey, Sr., late of said county,
deceased. Terms cash. This 30th day of August 1894.
T.F. Rainey, adm'r.
Georgia--Schley County To all whom it may concern: L.W.
Dixon and T.G. Hudson having in proper form applied to
me for permanent letters of administration on the
estate of Thomas J. Baisden, Sr., late of said county,
this is to cite all and singular the creditors and next
of kin of Thomas J. Baisden, Sr., to be and appear at
my office within the time allowed by law, and show
cause if any they can, why permanent administration
should not be granted to L.W. Dixon and T.G. Hudson on
Thomas J. Baisden's estate. Witness my hand and
official signature. The 10th day of September 1894.
Phil E. Taylor, Ordinary.
Gerorgia--Schley County To Whom it may concern:
Greeting all parties interested are hereby notified
that the commissioners appointed by me to set aside a
years support for Mrs. M.F. Apperson, wife of D.J.
Apperson, deceased and minor children, have filed this
report in this office, and you are notified to have
your objections in this office within the time allowed
by law; why said report should not be made the
Judgement of this court. Witness my hand and official
seal, this June 25th 1894.
Georgia--Schley County It appearing to the court that
the estate of David J. Apperson deceased is
unrepresented, Wherefore Francis L. Achey, one of the
creditor(s) of said deceased desires the said estate
Administered on. Notice is hereby given to all parties
interested to show cause before me on the first Monday
in Sept. why Clerk of Superior Court or some other fit
and proper person should not be appointed as
administrator of said estate. Witness my hand and
official signature. This July 18th 1894. P.E. Taylor
Ordinary, S.C. end # 37
The Schley County News Thursday, September 27th 1894
No. 38
LIST OF QUESTIONS FOR HISTORY CLASS In Examination
Friday September 14, at the Ellaville Academy
Q. What was the cause of the War of Secession? A. The
election of Lincoln; the south was afraid the north
would get control of the government and free the negro
slaves.
Q. Where was the first engagement of this war fought?
A. Fort Sumter, S.C.
Q. Where was the first blood spilled? A. Baltimore,
Maryland.
Q. Who was first commander in chief of the Union
forces? A. Gen. Scott
Q. Who was the first commander in chief of the
Confederate forces? A. Gen. Beauregard.
Q. Name the states that seceded. A. Virginia, North
and South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama,
Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas, Tennessee and
Missouri seceded but were forced back into the Union.
Q. Name commanding officers in battle of Gettysburg.
A. Gen Mead, Union officer; Gen. Lee, Confederate
officer.
Q. What was the mine affair? A. It was an attack made
on the Confederate works of Petersburg by Gen. Grant to
gain an entrance into Confederate lines; a great gap
was blown out in the works by powder placed in a tunnel
under the ground; negro troops were forced into the gap
where they were shot down without mercy by Confederate
soldiers; it was an utter failure.
Q. Mention two important naval battles. A. That of
the Monitor and the Merrimack in Hampton Roads, and
that of the Alabama and Kearsarge off the coast of
France.
Q. Where was the last battle fought in the war? A.
Actions around Petersburg and Richmond; it is claimed
that a battle was fought in Brazos, Texas after Lee's
surrender.
Q. Who were the Presidents of the U.S. and CSA during
this war? A. Abraham Lincoln, U.S.; Jefferson Davis,
CSA
Q. Where was Confederate President captured after the
surrender of Lee? A. In the State of Georgia.
LOCAL NEWS We are glad to note that Mrs. L.W. Dixon is
very much better though still very weak from her long
and serious illness.
Mr. Andrew Glover is one of the most prosperous farmers
of Schley county who believes in raising "hog and
hominy" at home. Besides large crops of corn, peas
potatoes, cane, etc., he will make twenty five bales of
cotton to three plows.
Mr. Joe Day Stewart has "laid by" his crop of butter
beans and artichokes and has been travelling over
Schley county enlightening the people as to how the
government should run.
The woods are full of chinquepins and picking them
furnishes lots of fun for the little folks.
Some of the bright lights(?) of the third party are
telling the colored people that the Democrats want to
put them back into slavery, but up to date they haven't
found a negro in Schley county a big enough fool to
believe it. Try something else.
OUR REPRESENTATIVE The many friends of Col. J.R.
Williams have felt the greatsest sympathy for him in
the peculiarly trying ordeal through which he has
passed during the campaign. For weeks the life of his
little boy has hung by a terrible thread liable to be
snapped asunder at any moment yet with this burden
crushing his heart Mr. Williams has unselfishly gone
into the thickest of the fight; because he felt as the
standard bearer of the democratic party he could not
let the banner trail in the dust. He is worthy of
every vote in the county and the victory that will be
his next Wednesday will be but a fitting reward for his
years of service to the party.
POPULIST MEETING The populists held a meeting at the
court house Saturday afternoon but we suppose it was
not well attended as the house lacked a great deal of
being crowded. The democrats were out and gave Mr.
J.Day Stewart a respectful hearing but we have heard of
no conversions. Mr. Rainey also addressed the crowd.
There was very little enthusiasm.
PERSONAL Mr. Bynum Reid is spending a few days in
Cheseau, Ala.
Mr. and Mrs. Mose McGarrah visited Mrs. McElmurray this
week.
Mrs. S. McElmurray returned Saturday from a pleasant
trip to friends in Taylor County.
Miss Annie Lizzie Bagley returned to her home in
Columbus Sunday, after a short visit to Mrs. J.B.
Williamson.
Mr. R.W. Glover came out from Americus and spent Sunday
in Ellaville with his numerous friends.
Miss Eunice McGarrah spent a few days very pleasantly
this week at the home of Mrs. S. McElmurray.
Miss Artie Bridges of Shellman has come to visit
friends and relatives and recuperate from a spell of
fever. We are glad to know she is improving rapidly.
Mr. John Baldwin of Atlanta spent a few days in
Ellaville this week at the pretty home of his brother,
Major E.S. Baldwin.
Misses Maud and Blanche Hudson who have been on
extended visit to Fort Valley and other points returned
home Tuesday. Their many friends are glad to welcome
them back to Ellaville.
Miss Ida Munro passed through Ellaville Thursday
afternoon en route to Washington city where she will
occupy an important position in the National Seminary,
one of the finest institutions of learning in the
United States. She was accompanied by a number of
Georgia girls.
Col. George P. Munro continues to improve and expects
to come down to Ellaville in a few days.
Misses Jewell Murphy and Pearl Bridges left Monday for
Gainesville to enter the Georgia Seminary. They are so
fortunate as to be under the special care of Miss
Minnie Merritt who fills an important position in the
college. They are both bright and popular young ladies
and will be greatly missed.
Mr. Frank Monfort was in town Saturday shipping cotton.
Mr. Freeland Scarborough of Cochran visited his
father's family last week. Mr. Scarborough is always a
welcome visitor to Ellaville where he has a host of
friends.
Mr. Ed Tondee who has a fine position in the Printing
Department at Washington, D.C. is spending his vacation
with relatives and friends in Schley County. Mr.
Tondee is very proud of our Congressman from the Third
district. He says that Speaker Crisp is regarded by
both parties as one of the ablest statesmen in America.
end # 38
The Schley County News Thursday, October 4, 1894 No.
39
Mr. J.A. Goodson and family of Terrell are visiting
among their old friends in Schley County. Mr. Goodson
congratulates himself that he lives in a county free
from the blighting influence of populism, where
neighbors live together in brotherly love and everybody
is happy and propserous.
No signs of dull times about the steam gins of A.C.
Murray and Haigler Bros. They are running night and
day and everything thereabout(s) is bustle and
activity. Business prospects are brightening and every
local is on the high road to prosperity.
MOVED AWAY Mr. Ed Smith who was for a long time section
manager of this division of the S&W RR has been
tendered a position on the Southwestern. He moved his
family to Randolph county Friday where they will, in
the future reside. We regret that this change takes
this excellent family from our community. We wish them
happiness and prosperity in their new home.
PERSONAL NOTES Who comes, who goes, How, When and
Where. Mrs. Mollie Harvey of Buena Vista is visiting
relatives in Schley.
Mrs. Nancy Strange is visiting her son, Mr. Ed Strange
at East Point.
Dr. B.L. Bridges went up to Atlanta Friday, to enter
the Southern medical college.
Mrs. Frank Hudson returned Monday from a visit to her
brother's family at Friendship.
Miss Emmie Baldwin is spending some time in Columbus
with her sister, Mrs. G.W. Chipley.
Miss Russell Coleman of Alabama is boarding with her
sister, Mrs. G.E. Robinson, and attending our school.
Two new boarding pupils entered our high school this
week. Miss Russell Coleman of Alabama and Miss Annie
Lizzie Glover of Andrew Chapel.
Rev. R.F. Williamson and a number of others from
Ellaville, went out to Uncle Wyatt Singleton's Sunday
afternoon where Rev. C.E. Whittington preached to a
good congregation. Uncle Singleton is the oldest
methodist minister in Georgia, being in his 86th year.
Mr. P.W. Bridges of Terrell county visited relatives in
Ellaville this week.
Mr. Dan Rainey came down from Atlanta yesterday hired a
hack and got out to Ellaville in time to vote. He was
warmly welcomed by his host of friends, who are
delighted that he is so much improved in health as to
be once more among his people.
ADVERTISMENT J.E. STEWART, Machinist Engine and Boiler
Work, a Specialty Call on or address me at Lowe, Ga.
LIVERY STABLE (In front of Court House) Buggies,
Wagons, and Carts For Sale. Fast Horses and comfortable
Conveyances to Hire. Horses Fed and Cared for at
Reasonable Rates. The Patronage of the Public is
Solicited. A.J. Hill, PROPRIETOR. end # 39
The Schley County News Thursday October 11, 1894 No.
40
Miss Katie Mott of Lowe is a bright pupil in our High
School. She is boarding at the pretty home of Mr. John
Kleckly.
Ellaville can now speak to her neighbors down in
Albany. The telephone line to Americus was completed
last week.
Col. J.R. Williams will soon have his house remodeled.
The location is one of the prettiest and most desirable
corner(s) in town and the improvements to be made on
the building will make a very attractive home.
The regular accomodation train came down from Columbus
two hours earlier yesterday for the convenience of
those who wanted to attend the circus. There were a
number of extra coaches but most of them were empty
when they passed through Ellaville. No more than a
dozen went from here.
Mrs. Jennie Black Hart died at her home in Lampassas,
Tex., September 29th. She was a daughter of the late
William Black, who was for a number of years a citizen
of Ellaville, and was married to Mr. E.A. Hart of this
county about 20 years ago, and has since lived in
Texas. There are many in this county who will be
pained to hear of her death.
What is the matter with the mail service between
Ellaville and Oglethorpe? Packages that we send off on
the downtown train Thursday afternoon reach Lowe, Ga.,
the following Tuesday. There is also complaint from
other offices in that direction. There is gross
carelessness somewhere and the matter should be
investigated.
Hon. G.P. Munro the newly elected Senator from the 24th
District is in Ellaville this week recuperating from a
long and serious illness. Mr. Munro has always been a
good and effective worker for the Democratic party and
it was a sore disappointment to him as well as his
friends that his illness for the last two months of the
campaign kept him out of the fray.
WE NEED MORE OF THIS KIND Mr. Harrison Holloway
remarked in Collins Williamson & Co's store Saturday
that he had never bought a pound of meat or a bushel of
corn in his life, but had always raised his supplies at
home. It is needless to add that Mr. Holloway is a
prosperous, contented farmer. He is democratic to the
core, honest, hardworking and is never disturbed by the
cry of hard times.
A DEMOCRAT OF THE RIGHT SORT Mr. Dan Rainey set an
example last Wednesday that should put to shame men who
are so indifferent about exercising the right of
suffrage. Emaciated almost beyond recognition, too
feeble to stand long at a time, Mr. Rainey rose from a
sick bed in Atlanta where he had undergone the most
heroic treatment, and forgetting his sufferings he
undertook the fatiguing journey down to Americus.
There being no train to bring him out he hired a hack
and drove fourteen miles in order to get here in time
to vote. His unselfish devotion to the best interests
of his country marks him a hero, and the sublime and
pathetic manner in which he discharged what he looked
upon as a sacred duty taught a lesson that cannot be
forgotten.
PERSONAL NOTES Mrs. Ella Weaver is spending some time
at the home of Dr. W.D. Sears.
Mr. L.H. Kimbrough representing the Times-Recorder was
in Ellaville Monday.
The following visitors were registered at the Peacock
House Monday: Chas F. Crisp, C.R. Crisp, Chas Lingo,
F. Lanier, Jr., Chas A. Taylor, S.J. Wallis-Americus,
J.F. Lenton-Oglethorpe, W.A. Howsen-Macon.
Col. R. Don McLeod came over Monday to court, but was
compelled to leave on the afternoon train for Albany to
look after important legal matters in that city.
Mr. Sam R. Bridges returned last week from Macon, where
he has been attending the Georgia-Alabama Business
college for the past few months. Soon after entering
this school Mr. Bridges was appointed college
correspondent and filled the position in a highly
credible manner.
DISGRACEFUL CONDUCT For the sake of the fair name of
our county which has always been noted for its law
abiding citizens, we have refrained from commenting on
outrages against law and order recently enacted. We
preferred to cover them over with the mantle of charity
and forget all about it, but these things are becoming
of too frequent occurrence. Only a few nights ago some
cowardly miscreant went to the public gin on the
Peacock place, cut the bands to pieces, unscrewed the
taps on the engine, and in other ways injured the
property. But for the timely discovery of the
mischief, by Mr. Oscar Stubbs, who runs the gin, the
engine would no doubt have ben blown to pieces. It is
hard to believe that this happened in Schley county and
such lawlessness is not going to be tolerated. Just as
sure as it continues the strong arm of the law is going
to clothe somebody in prison stripes. end # 40
The Schley County News Thursday, October 18th 1894
No. 41
Americus Times Recorder: A four mule wagon containing
nineten persons drove into the city over the Ellaville
road yesterday, and as the team drew up at Johnson &
Harold's warehouse the driver asked a bystander what
time the circus would begin. Inquiry developed the
fact that the crowd had come all the way from Crawford
county, a distance of forty miles, to see the circus,
and were greatly disappointed when told that they were
two days late. The old man, the spokesman for the
party, said that they were told the show would be here
Thursday, and had brought his family and several of his
neighbors along to see it. The children set up a yell
when told they would not see the elephant and late in
the afternoon the jaded mules were headed homeward.
SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Local News From City And County
Gathered By Our Reporters.
A handsome monument has been placed over the grave of
Mrs. Robert Burton in our cemetery.
Miss Leila Stewart received last week a beautiful watch
and chain, a present from her brother Mr. Nat Stewart
of Washington, D.C.
Mr. Wes Brewer from over in Taylor county had some fine
turnips for sale on the streets Saturday.
The blowing of whistles and noise of steam gins can be
heard early and late in Ellaville. In every direction
is the hum of progress.
Messrs. Charlie and Verge Tondee had the misfortune to
lose valuable milch cows last week. The animals were
very strangely effected, and had symptoms of
hydrophobia.
Mr. Nat Stewart arrived yesterday from Washington city
to spend a month's vacation at home. He is a great
admirer of Speaker Crisp and made it convenient to get
here in time to cast his vote in the coming election.
Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Murray's baby received painful
injuries a few days ago from having its eyes, nose and
mouth filled with camphor. One of the younger children
got hold of the bottle and was trying to make the baby
smell the camphor. The little fellow suffered terribly
for a few hours and it was feared that its eyesight
would be impaired but we are glad to know that such is
not the case.
Mr. Will Hornady of Albany is very happy over the
latest enterprise that puts him in speaking distance of
Ellaville. The telephone which convets the natural
tones of loved ones when such a distance intervenes,
will never cease to be a wonder, and we bless the name
of Edison the great inventor.
Capt. C.L. Peacock, proprietor of the celebrated hotel
at Ellaville that bears his name, was in the city
yesterday en route to North Georgia and Tennessee,
where he goes to purchase a car load of Jersey cattle.
Capt. Peacock is interested in the raising of fine
stock, and is well qualified to select such as he may
wish. He will buy of the best strains known to that
variety and will have them in Americus Thursday or
Friday next. His prices will be in proportion to the
low price of cotton.---Times Recorder.
SCHLEY CAPTURED TWO PRIZES At the great colt show in
Americus Friday, the first and second prizes offered
for colts raised outside of Sumter Co. were borne off
Messrs. B.F. Greene and Lawson Snider. There were two
hundred colts on exhibition but none finer than those
entered from Schley. These colts were on our streets
Saturday, the admiration of all who saw them. The gold
medal awarded to Mr. Greene was made by the Americus
Jewelry Company, artistically wrought in the form of a
star, and the engraving is in the highest style of the
art and is highly prized by the winner.
FOUND HER WATCH Mrs. J.N. Cheney has found her watch
which she tought had been stolen from her room. While
visiting at Mrs. L.W. Dixon's a short while ago, she
dropped the watch on a table in the parlor, and in some
way it was hidden in the folds of a mat where it lay
for several days before any one discovered it.
Mrs.Cheney feels much relieved as it was a present from
her husband and she prizes it very highly.
Cotton comes to Ellaville from within ten miles of
Butler. There is no question about this being a good
market. The way the fleecy staple rolls in here from
Macon, Sumter and Taylor counties is most convincing
proof of the fact.
We are glad to note the fact that Mr. H.C. Arrington of
Shiloh, Sumter County, will move his family to
Ellaville this winter. They will reside at the McCrory
residence, now occupied by Mrs. S. McElmurray.
It is probable that Mr. A.M. Caskey will move to town
before Christmas. His residence on Oglethorpe street
is very desirable place to live. Mr. Caskey and family
will be warmly welcomed by everyone in Ellavile.
4 1/2 pounds of good coffee $1.00 at Hill(Arthur) &
Arrington's.
THE WORK OF THE COURT Court adjourned Friday after
dispatching a good amount of business. The trial of
Henry Oates chrged with the murder of Minnie Lee
Porter, was the most important case on the docket.
Col. C.R. McCrory did some good work in getting up
sufficient evidence to prove that the killing was
accidental. He made a strong plea for his client and
the jury after being out all night, brought in the
verdict "Not guilty." The following are some of the
other cases disposed of.
Equitable Mortgage Co. vs J.L. Perry,--Consent
judgement. Payne & Tye plantiffs's attorrneys. C.R.
McCrory, defendants attorney.
Equitable Mortgage Co. vs P.H. Angling & E.T. Lightner,
claimant--FiFa levy and claim. Verdict for claimant.
Payne & Tye planyiff's attorneys, C.R. McCrory
claimant's attorney.
Equitable Mortgage Co. vs P.H. Anglin & E.B. Lewis
claimants--FiFa levy and claim. Verdict for claimants.
Payne & Tye plantiff's attorneys, C.R. McCrory
claimants attorney.
W.W. Childers vs L.H. Killebrew--Motgage foreclosure
and illegality. Verdict sustaining illegality. W.P.
Wallis plantiff's attorney, C.R. McCrory defendant'a
attorney.
J.R. and J.R.B. Williams Ex'rs. of John Williams vs
Henry Stewart--Suit on contract. Verdict for def't,
E.F. Hinton pl't'ff's attorney, J.A. Hixon def't
attorney.
C.R. Keene vs W.G. Heath et al--Suit on note. Judgement
for plt'ff, C.R. McCrory pltff's atty. J.R. Williams
def't's atty.
Schroeder & Mahoney vs I.L. Lomon (or Lemon)--
Attachment, Judgement. C.R. McCrory, pltff atty.
Bank of S.W. Ga. vs W.B. Jordan--Suit on note;
Judgement. Dodson & Son pltff atty.
Bank of S.W. Ga. vs J.J. and J.Q. Angling--Suit on
note. Judgement: Dodson & Son pltff atty, J.R.
Williams def't atty.
J.A. Hixon vs T.J. Hixon and Mrs. Sallie Hixon--
Petietion for partition; Judgement of Petitioners made
Judgement of the court; J.A. Hixon pltff atty., W.H.
McCrory defts atty.
Schley Co. vs Z.T. Angling--For picture peddling
without license: Judgement for Deft. C.R. McCrory,
Blacock & Hudson pltff atty; W.P. Wallis deft atty
Lula Gatliff vs Melton Gatlif--Libel for divorce;1st
verdict; W.P. Wallis pltff atty
H.G. Daniel vs Thos Powell and Charlie Powell, Clmt.--
Fifa levy and claim, Levy dismissed; J.R. Williams
pltff atty, A.J. Walters, C.R. McCrory, Clmts. atty
A.C.Murray vs J.W. Barnes--suit on note, Judgement;
C.R. McCrory pltff atty
Mary H. Jones vs F.W. Perry and G.W. Barrow--complaint
on note; Consent verdict; Miller & Miller pltff atty,
J.R. Williams, deft atty
The State vs Lindsay Caldwell--Misdm'r, Verdict not
guilty; Sol Gen for State, W.P. Wallis deft atty.
State vs Reubin Mackey--Burglary; Pleadentered of
guilty of Larcency from the house; 12 month in chain
gang; Sol Gen and C.R. McCrory for State, J.R. Williams
deft atty.
State vs John Aaron Hart--Burglary; Guilty; 5 years in
penitentiary; Sol Gen for State, J.R. Williams and C.R
& W.H. McCrory deft atty
State vs Green Mackey--Assault & Battery. Bill nol
prossed; Sol Gen for the State, J.F. Souter and W.H.
McCrory deft attys
State vs Will Lawson--Carrying weapons to a church; nol
prossed, Sol Gen for State, C.R. McCrory deft atty
Elias(?) Mobley vs Cynthia Mobley--Libel for divorce,
2nd verdict, J.F. Souter deft atty
Ida Taylor vs John Taylor--Libel for divorce, 1st
verdict, J.R. Williams and C.R. McCrory pliff attys
PERSONAL NOTES Dr. & Mrs H.S. Munro spent yesterday in
Americus.
Mr. and Mrs. Mose McGarrah spent Sunday in Ellaville.
Capt. Burton spent Sunday with his children in
Americus.
Miss Leila Stewart is visiting her sister, Mrs. A.C.
Murray.
Mrs. Wall and daughter, Miss Eva, visited Americus
yesterday.
Mrs. Bolton is spending a few days with her daughter,
Mrs. H.T. Arrington.
Mr. A.J. Hill and Miss Stella Tyson spent Saturday with
friends in Americus.
Mr. J.H. Mott of Munro County visited his daughter.
Mrs. I.S. Lindsey, last week.
Misses Eva Wall and Florence Tyson were pleasant
visitors to Ellaville Sunday.
Mr. Fred J. Green enroute to Seville, Fla., stopped
over Sunday with relatives in Ellaville.
Miss Leila Hornady returned yesterday from a short
visit to Mrs. Wright Brady at Huntington.
Much to the regret of his many friends, Mr. Ed Bridges
has gone to Fort White, Fla. to engage in business. He
left Monday.
We learn that Mr. Charlie Davis will leave in a few
days for Memphis, Tenn. to complete his studies in
dentistry. He resigned a lucrative position in
Americus and his place will be hard to fill.
Mrs. Gilmore passed through Ellaville Tuesday en route
to Tifton, where she expects to spend some time with
her daughters, Mrs. Sellars and Mrs. Collins.
Miss Mittie Myers took charge of the school at Mt.
Vernon Monday where she will teach for two months.
Miss Mittie is one of our most deserving and highly
esteemed young ladies and will be greatly missed by her
many friends.
Col. C.R. McCrory went over to Montgomery, Ala.
yesterday, to meet Mrs. McCrory and the little ones,
who have been spending several weeks in Louisville,
Ky., with Mrs. R.W. Edwards.
Capt. C.L. Peacock left Sunday for Calhoun, Ga. He
will return tomorrow with a fine lot of jerseys from
some of the famous herds in North Georgia.
Mr. Roe Edwards was married to Miss Lona Gamble of
Columbus, Tuesday and passed through Ellaville with his
charming bride on the 2:30 train stopping over a short
time with friends in the city. Mr. Edwards has many
friends in Ellaville who will extend to him heartiest
congratulations.
Mr. P.E. Taylor was admitted to the bar last week,
after passing the rigid examination in a highly
creditable manner. end # 41
The Schley County News Thursday, October 25th, 1894
No. 42
COTTON TOUCHED BOTTOM IN 1844 Mr. Henry Daniel, an
esteemed citizen of our county who has always made
farming pay, remembers very well when cotton went down
lower than it is today. It was away back in 1844 when
it took nearly a whole day to gin one bale and then the
wagons were loaded and the long journey made to
Columbus or Macon, where the cotton was disposed of at
3 1/2 cents. Dry goods and groceries were much higher
in those days than they are now and yet people lived
through it all, and had a pretty good time. One man
who carried cotton to Columbus during that year was so
enraged at the low price offered him, he dumped his
whole lot in the river. It is stated however that this
did not raise the price of the staple. A great many
people will believe that Grover Cleveland is wholly to
blame for the state of affairs that existed in 1844.
SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Local News From City and County
Gathered By Our Reporters
Capt. Burton is advertising his household furniture for
sale.
Several from Ellaville have been out to see Mr. Dan
Rainey this week. He continues to improve.
Mr. Jack Wall has been confined to his bed for several
weeks suffering from a chronic disease.
Two of the finest Jerseys in the herd shipped by Mr.
Peacock from Calhoun, Ga., died on the way from eating
too much bran.
Mrs. Geo. Tison writes that her daughter, Mrs. R.L.
Goodson, whom she is visiting at White Oak Springs,
Ala. is much improved.
Dr. Munro continues to extract teeth by the use of his
local anesthetic without pain. The universal verdict
is "it don't hurt" with but one exception in over one
hundred teeth extracted.
We are sorry to learn that Mr. Bynum Reid is suffering
from an attack of fever contracted in Lee Co. He came
home Saturday and has since been confined to his bed.
We are glad to learn that Mr. P.C. Livingston
contemplates moving to Ellaville during the winter,
provided he can secure a suitable residence.
In the absence of Col. J.R. Williams, Mrs. Williams and
little Jim will board at Mr. Eugene Dixon's. They
moved Saturday and the work of remoldeling their
residence on Broad street will begin at once.
Mrs. Wall has almost decided to move to Ellaville this
winter that her children may have the benefit of our
high school. Her interesting family will be quite an
addition to our town. They will probably live in Mr.
Ed Strange's pretty cottage on Broad street.
Col. J.R. Williams went up to Atlanta Monday to be
present at the opening of the Legislature. He will
return in a few days on account of the serious illness
of his child.
Mr. T.J. Bridges family will live at Capt Burton's
pretty home next year. Capt. Burton will board with
them.
Col. P.E. Taylor is now a full fledged lawyer, and is
already coming in for his share of legal business. See
his professional card in this issue.
Mr. J.M. Murray's friends are glad to know that he is
recovering from his recent illness.
The Phiflema(?) correspondent in the Lee County
Enterprise has this to say about one of our young men.
"Mr. J.T. Peek, who has been agent here for some time,
has been transferred to Loxvale, Ga. Mr. B.J. Reid, of
Ellaville, is filling the vacancy. We extend to Mr.
Reid a hearty welcome to our little town."
PERSONAL NOTES Mrs. T.J. Baisden of Americus spent
Sunday with her parents.
Mr. A.J. Hill returned Monday from a visit to Buena
Vista.
Prof. Whitehurst's mother will arrive soon to spend
some time in Ellaville.
Mr. Robert Glover came out from Americus to spend some
time with his Ellaville friends.
Mr. Horace Stewart who has been attending school in
Ellaville is now teaching at Cedar Creek. He took
charge of the school Monday.
Miss Emmie Baldwin's friends were glad to welcome her
home Sunday from a long visit to Columbus. We are glad
to know that her sister, Mrs. Chipley has recovered
from her recent illness.
Messrs. H.J. Williams and Ed Cheney were delighted with
the play "Silver King" and feel fully compensated for
their long drive to Americus Friday night.
Mr. G.C. Dyus of Englishville was in town Saturday with
cotton. He never forgets that newspapers need money
occasionally and his subscription is always promptly
paid up.
NOTICE The ladies of Ellaville are earnestly requested
to meet at the residence of Mrs. Hornady, Wednesday
afternoon at 3 o'clock. Matters of great importance to
be considered. "I H N". Mrs. J.N. Cheney, Mrs. C.
Whitehurst, Mrs. H.S. Munro, Miss Leila Hornady. end #
42
At the very end of this issue of the Schley County News
is an advertisement for the legal services of C.R.
McCrory. It states the location of his office relative
to the courthouse. The current courthouse was not
built until about 1900, so this was the predecessor.
According to the "History of Schley County," this old
courthouse was torn down in "about 1937" after being
used for a lodge for the Knights of Pyhias for a number
of years. I have an idea about the location of the old
courthouse. I believe it was located across Oglethorpe
St.(the Oglethorpe-Buena Vista Rd.), north of today's
courthouse. I believe there is an abandoned service
station at roughly that location now. I would welcome
any helps or thoughts on the location of C.R. McCrory's
offices and/or the old courthouse.
The Schley County News Thursday, November 1st 1894
No. 43
Dotsy, Ga., October 27th 1894. Editor, News--As times
are hard I thought I would give you a few items from
Terell county. Times are hard and have been for
several years. Some of these years were much harder
than others; but the complaint has been about the same
each year. The question is, are we, the farmers using
the means within our reach to help prevent really hard
times, if we will stop buying our meat, corn and lard
from the west I think we will see that our cotton will
bring a good price and farmers will be happy and
prosperous. Yours truly, J.H. Goodson.
MR. HUDSON'S DEFEAT It was a great surprise as well as
a matter of special regret to our people that Mr. J. B.
Hudson, was defeated Saturday in the election for
Solicitor General of the Southwestern Circuit. It was
generally admitted that he was the best endorsed
candidate before the legislature but it seems the
wishes of the people had no influence with the men who
control. Col. J.M. Dupree, the successful candidate is
quite popular in our county, but the people were
anxious for Mr. Hudson to be honored with the office.
CRISP NEVER FORGETS A FRIEND Hon. Charles F. Crisp
never forgets a friend, white or black. H.D. White,
colored, who died a week or two ago at his home near
Smithville, was a great admirer of Mr. Crisp and gave
him his political support and influence at every
congresional election in this county. When Mr. Crisp
heard of White's death he wrote his widow the following
letter:
Americus, Ga. October 19th, '94. Mrs. H.D. White,
Leesburg, Ga. I learn with regret of the death of your
husband. He had always been a strong supporter of
mine, and did me the honor to name one of his children
after me. I sympathize with you in your great loss and
beg to enclose a check for ten dollars to help you
along. Yours, etc. Charles F. Crisp. --Lee County
Enterprise.
SIDEWALK GLEANINGS We are glad to see Mr. J.M. Murray
on the streets after several days illness.
Miss Emmie Baldwin will entertain the young people in a
delightful way at her hospitable home this evening.
An interesting meeting of the King's daughters was held
at Mrs. Hornady's yesterday afternoon. Another
important meeting at the same place next Wednesday at 3
o'clock p.m. All the ladies codially invited.
Mr. Ed Cordell believes that the remedy for hard times
is in making plenty to eat at home. He has worked in
season and out of season and is blessed with bounteous
crops as a reward for his labor. The finest cane we've
seen this season was grown on his place near Ellaville.
It is nine feet high and well matured.
PERSONAL NOTES Mr. and Mrs. Dyus of Englishville were
in town Saturday shopping.
Mr. and Mrs. Chapman of Columbus, spent Saturday with
their daughter, Mrs. J.B. Williamson.
Mr. Nat Stewart returned Saturday from a short visit to
his friend Mr. Fitzgerald of Americus.
Mrs. Walter Gaines came over from Oglethorpe Friday and
went up to Columbus Saturday accompanied by her mother,
Mrs. E.S. Baldwin.
Mr. Harold McCrory came over Friday from Oglethorpe,
and returned in the afternoon with his grandmother, who
will spend some time in that growing little city.
Mr. J.H. Pearce of Marshallville, returning Thursday
from a visit to his parents in Harris county stopped
over for a short visit to his numerous friends in
Ellaville. Mr. Pearce is one of the most popular young
men that ever lived in Ellaville, and his friends are
always glad to welcome him to the city.
LOST--One plain gold ring, on the streets of Ellaville
about two weeks ago. Finder will be liberally
rewarded. Chas. A. Chambliss at Peacock & Arrington's.
LEGAL ADVERTISING Lula Gatliff vs Milton Gatliff Libel
for divorce in Schley Superior Court To Milton Gatliff
By order of the honorable court you are required to be
and appear at the next term of Schley Superior court to
be held in and for said county on the Second Monday in
April next, then and there to answer the complaint of
Lula Gatliff for divorce; otherwise Court will proceed
as to justice shall appertain. Witness the Hon. W.H.
Fish, Judge Superior Court of Southwestern circuit.
J.M. Murray, Clerk Superior Court, Schley County, Ga.
Executor's Sale Georgia--Schley County Agreeable to an
order of the court of Ordinary of said county; will be
sold before the court house door in the town of
Ellaville, Schley County, Ga., on the first Tuesday in
December, next, between the legal hours of sale, the
following property to wit: Thirty-five acres of land,
more or less, lot No. 33 in the 30th district. Two
hundred two and one half (202 1/2) acres of land, more
or less, lot No. 64 in the 30th district. Seventy-one
(71) acres, more or less, lot No. 65 in the 30th
district. One hundred and fifty acres (150) of land,
more or less, Lot No. 76 in the 29th district. One
hundred and thirty acres (130), more or less, Lot No.
75 in the 29th district. One hundred and two (102)
acres of land, more or less, Lot No. 46 in the 29th
district. One hundred and fifty (150) acres of land,
more or less, Lot number 47 in the 29th district. One
hundred and eighty (180) acres of land, more or less,
Lot No. 74 in the 29th district. One hundred and one
and one quarter (101 1/4) acres of land, more or less,
Lot No. 71 in the 29th district. Two hundred and two
and one half (2021/2) acres of land more or less, Lot
No. 78 in the 29th district. Forty-Five (45) acres of
land, more or less, Lot No. 73 in the 29th district.!
Twelve (12) acres of land, more or less, Lot No. 72 in
the 29th district. One hundred and one and one quarter
(101 1/4) acres of land, more or less, Lot No. 18 in
the 29th district. Sold as the property of the estate
of Dupree Peacock, deceased, for benefit of the heirs
and creditors of said deceased. Terms Cash. This
October 31st 1894. B.T. Peacock, Z.T. Mott--Executors.
ADVERTISEMENT C.R. McCrory, ATTORNEY and COUNSELOR at
LAW and General Real Estate Agent. Collections a
Specialty. Office on Main Street in Brick building
North of Court House, Ellaville, Ga. end # 43.
The Schley County News Thursday, November 8th 1894
No. 44
A SMALL BLAZE A spark from the engine getting into some
shavings, set fire to the enginehouse at Haigler Bros.
variety works yesterday at noon and caused a great deal
of excitement. A crowd soon collected and by hard work
saved the main buildings; though the enginehouse was
entirely consumed and the boiler slightly injured.
Mr. Tom Harper thinks there is more "hog and hominy" in
the country than there has been in years, and he sees
no reason for any complaint of hard times, even if
cotton goes to three cents. Mr. Harper always looks on
the bright side consequently he is thankful and happy,
and his very presence is refreshing.
A young son of Mr. Gus Harris, of Americus, accidently
shot himself while out hunting Saturday. He was
leaning on the muzzle of the gun when it slipped and
the whole load passed through his abdomen, causing
death in a few moments.
Diptheria is reported among the children of Marion
County.
A lady, 127 years of age, the oldest person in Florida,
died last week. In the same community lives a
gentleman 112 years old.
SIDEWALK GLEANINGS The friends of Mrs. L.W. Dixon are
gratified to learn that she is now in a fair way to
recover from her long and serious illness.
We learn with pleasure that Mrs. Threlkeld's family
will move to Ellaville in a few weeks. They will
occupy the cottage in front of Maj. Baldwin's
residence.
The sad death of Mr. Scoville which occurred at his
home in Buena Vista Saturday night, after a protracted
illness brought sorrow to many hearts in Ellaville
where he was born and reared.
Hog killing and gathering corn is the order of the day.
The "hog and hominy" campaign is in full blast.
The esteemed Times-Recorder was a little previous in
announcing the marriage of Mr. John Hudson and Miss
Pearl Walker. The interesting event will not take
place until the 14th inst. The popular young couple
are receiving the congratulations of their friends in
advance.
Mr. Sam Mauk a former citizen of Schley county in a
difficulty over some business transaction was killed
near Camilla Monday.
DEATH'S HARVEST There has never been a sadder day in
the history of Ellaville than was last Sabbath. A
gloom hung over everything as the church bells tolled
the sad, sad story of "dust to dust." The solemn
funeral service at the Baptist church, how vividly it
recalled a similar scene of four years ago, when the
two families now so sadly bereaved, bowed together in
anguish over the coffin lids that shut out from sight,
the forms of Charlie Scoville and George Tison, whose
lives were so tragically ended just in the verdure of
youth's rich promise. What a singular coincidence that
the stricken ones, should again be brought together
under such sad ciurcumstances, and how passing strange
that while friends watched during the hours of the holy
Sabbath by the bier of manhood and womanhood, in
another home in Ellaville, a little life was passing
out into the great beyond. How sadly and forcibly have
we been reminded that There is a Reaper whose name is
death And with his sickle keen, He reaps the bearded
grain at a breath, And the flowers that grow between.
(Transcriber's note: This death notice rang a bell
with me and I thought I remembered another report of
the two young men's death. I found that report in the
archives and it details how they died. The whole story
can be viewed at
http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/marion/
newspapers/nw1704trainwre.txt I believe the above
piece is referring to the death of Anna Tison Pilcher
and Mr. Scoville to the Scoville/Tison funeral.)
AT REST Newton Chesterfield, only child of Mr. and Mrs.
J.R. Williams, born Nov. 4th 1891; died Nov. 4th 1894.
With the falling of the autumn leaves on the calm
afternoon of last Sabbath when the radiance of the
golden sunlight rested like a benediction on earth and
sky, "little Jim" closed his eyes in peaceful dreamless
sleep and went to dwell with the angels. We who
witnessed day by day his pathetic descent into the
"valley of the shadow" could but be glad when we knew
that the patient suffering spirit had passed forever
beyond the gates of pain, into the "Summer land" where
the weary are at rest. The mission of this precious
child was the ministry of suffering, and who can
measure the influence that went out from the little
life as it slowly ebbed away; while fond parents and
loving friends were powerless to stay the hand of the
destroyer. With an intelligence far beyond his years,
he drew about him the old and young, who were often
made to wonder at the words of wisdom that sprung from
the depths of his pure and beautiful soul. On the
third anniversary of his birth, tender h! ands robed
the little form in purest white and wreathed about him
sweet flowers. Not dead, ah no, but spending his
birthday in heaven; for even as we laid him to rest,
'twas sweet to know that the wan, wasted brow had
already felt the breath of the eternal morning. While
the deepest sympathy goes out to the bleeding hearts of
the devoted father and mother, we would not seek to
unfold the mysteries of God. It is sufficient for us
now, to know that "He is too wise to err, too good to
be unkind" but---Sometime within the coming years It
may be in the better land, We'll read the meaning of
our tears And then, ah then, we'll understand.
A SAD DEATH Mrs. Anna Tison Pilcher, wife of Mr. J.E.
Pilcher and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo Tison, died at
her home in Ellaville at twelve o'clock Saturday night
surrounded by her sorrowing family and friends. For
several days she was seriously ill and her death was
not unexpected. Saturday evening realizing fully that
the end was near, she called her loved ones about her
bedside and talked calmly and peacefully of her
approaching dissolution. She looked across the dark
river and caught glimpses of the "heavenly hills" and
as the cold waves were closing about her, with radiant
face she exclaimed: "if this is death, how sweet to
die." Her beautiful words of perfect trust and
resignation comfort the sorely bereaved hearts, for
they feel that with her "all is well." Mrs. Pilcher
was a consistent member of the Baptist church. Her
heart was always filled with kindly thoughts, and her
sunny nature gathered around her many friends. She
leaves two children too young to understand the! awful
mystery that robs them of a mother's tender care. As
friends were preparing to carry the body to the grave,
a telegram came from Buena Vista bearing the sad news
that Mr. Scoville had died the night before. The
remains were brought down on the two o'clock train
accompanied by the family of the deceased, their pastor
Rev. D.F. Riley and many sympathizing friends.
Preparations were made to have the two funerals from
the baptist church at the same hour and at four o'clock
a large crowd assembled and acred silence rested on all
as the coffins covered with flowers were borne up the
isles side by side while the choir sang softly "Home
Sweet Home." Dr. Griffin read an appropriate scripture
lesson and his remarks were full of hope and
consolation as he bore a pastor's testimony to the
genuineness and sincerity of Mrs. Pilcher's good works.
Rev. D.F. Riley made a tender and touching talk. At
the close of his remarks Rev. .F. Williamson with deep
feeling prayed for the s! tricken hearts, and the choir
sang "How Firm a Foundation." It was a solemn and
impressive service and can never be forgotten. The
ceremony at the cemetery was short and simple, and at
its conclusion the immense crowd slowly and sadly
dispersed. The two families so sadly bereaved have the
universal sympathy of our people.
PERSONAL NOTES Mr. and Mrs. Mose McGarrah spent Sunday
in Ellaville.
Mr. B.T. Peacock of Buena Vista spent a day or two in
Ellaville this week.
Col. J.R. Williams returned to Atlanta Tuesday, after
casting a vote for Crisp.
Dr. H.H. McKeller, of Sumter county, spent Sunday with
his sister, Mrs. T.G. Cheney.
Mr. Sam Bridges returned Monday from a visit of several
days to the Dixie Fair and friends in the Central
City(Macon).
Mr. Lawson Stapleton of Americus visited Mr. E.B.
Hornady Monday and brought along his fine bird dogs,
for a day of rare sport in the field.
When you have visitors, or contemplate going away,
kindly mention the fact to the editor. We are always
glad to publish such items, but of course we can't be
expected to know everything that is going on.
A CARD OF THANKS We desire to express through your
columns our heartfelt thanks to every one, for the many
acts of kindness and tender sympathy extended us during
our sad affliction, the sickness and death of our
baby.--Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Williams.
LEGAL ADVERTISING Georgia--Schley County All persons
indebted to the estate of Lucinda Millner, deceased,
are hereby notified to make immediate payment of the
same and all persons holding demands against said
estate are notified to present them to the undersigned
as now required by law. Oct 30th 1894.--J.M. Murray,
Adm'r.
Georgia--Schley County All parties indebted to the
estate of Jacob Millner, deceased, are hereby notified
to make immediate payment of the same and all persons
holding demands against said estate are notified to
present them to the undersigned as now required by law.
This Oct. 30 1894.--J.M. Murray, adm'r de bonis non.
Georgia--Schley County Thomas Smith Jr has applied for
exemption of personality and setting apart and
valuation of homestead; I will pass upon the same at 10
o'clock a.m. on the 24th of November, next at my
office. Phil E. Taylor, Ordinary.
SHERIFF'S SALES Georgia--Schley County Will be sold
before the court house door of said county on the first
Tuesday in December 1894, within the legal hours of
sale to the highest and best bidder the following
described property to wit; Lot of land No. ten (10)
containing 202 1/2 acres more or less, situated in the
30th district of Schley county, and thirty (30) acres
of land of triangular shape in the south-east corner of
lot of land No. (12) twelve in the 3rd district of
Schley county; containing in the aggregate 232 1/2
acres, more or less, Levied upon and will be sold as
the property of Sarah J. Ingram by virtue of a mortgage
fi fa issued from the Superior court of Schley county
in favor of Cleora Wright versus Sarah J. Ingram.
Property pointed out in said fi fa. Tenants notified
in writing as required by law.
Also at the same time and place will be sold South half
of lot of land No. fifty-eight (58) containing one
hundred one and one quarter acres, more or less, on
which is situated the dwelling house built by John R.
Respess former owner of said land. Levied on as the
property of J.M. Gay by virtue of three State and
county tax fi fa's for the years 1886, 1888, and 1889.
The fi fa for the year 1888 first transfered to W.E.
Simmons and said Simmons duly transferred said fi fa to
F.W. Dunton and said Dunton duly transferred said fi fa
to Johnson & Harrold. The fi fa for 1889 duly
transferred to J.P. Dash and said Dash duly transferred
to Johnson & Harrold. The fi fa for 1886 transferred
to F.W. Dunton and said Dunton duly transferred said fi
fa to Johnson & Harrold. Said fi fa issued by the tax
collectors of said county against J.M. Gay for his
state and county taxes for the year aforesaid. (More
about Johnson & Harrold)
http://www.library.emory.edu/uhtbin/KW/GAER91-A8
Also at the same time and place will be sold west half
of lot of land number Twenty-six in the 3rd district of
said county, Levied on as the property of J.H. Lumpkin
by virtue of a mortgage fi fa that issued from the
Superior court of said county in favor of the Bank of
Southwest Georgia vs J.H. Lumpkin.
Also at the same time and place will be sold west half
of lot of land No. one hundred and fifty three (153)
containing 101 1/4 acres in the 3rd district of said
county, Levied on as the property of W.F. Perry,
Principal and Geo. W. Barrow guaranteed by virtue of a
fi fa issued from Superior court of said county to
favor of Mary H. Jones vs W.F. Perry, Principal and
Geo. W. Barrow guarantor. Property pointed out in said
fi fa.
This November 5th. 1894.---William Allen, Sheriff.
Georgia--Schley County Agreeable to an order from the
Hon. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary of said county will be sold
before the court house door in Ellaville between the
lawful hours of sale; on the first Tuesday in December
next, the following property to wit: Sixty seven and
one half acres of lot number two hundred & seventeen
(217) in the 30th district of said county. Said land
known as the Dower of Lucinda Millner late of said
county, deceased. Sold as the property of Jacob
Millner, deceased. Terms Cash. J.M. Murray, Adm'r de
bonis non. end # 44
MISSING #45
The Schley County News Thursday, November 22, 1894
No. 46
ODDS AND ENDS
A Lot of Interesting Items Crowded Out
of Our Local Page
The hickory nut crop is a failure this year but
walnuts are plentiful.
The State Convention of Kings Daughters will be held
in Macon Jan. 9.
Mr. Sam Rushin of Buena Vista failed last week. The
indebtedness is variously estimated at from $10,000
to $13,000.
The mayor of Oglethorpe is determined to stop the
foolish habit the little boys have of jumping on and
off moving trains. Several were arrested last week
and His Honor sentenced them to four days on the
streets.
All telegraph operators will be required to write
messages on a typewriter after January 1st.
Receiver Comer has been assured that he will be
retained as president of the Central under its new
organization.
Hard times would not be half so bad if we didn't hear
so much talk about it.
J.R. Mercer & Co. of Dawson failed this week.
Liabilities $100,000.
HANCOCK'S HISTORY Col. C.V. Hancock's book will soon
be issued. The manuscript is now in the hands of the
printers. The mechanical work will be done at the
Times Recorder office, and will be well executed.
Money will be needed as the work progresses and Mr.
Hancock relies upon the good faith of those who
promised to pay one half the price of subscription in
advance. A number in this county subscribed for the
book and await with interest its forthcoming.
SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Local News From City and County
Gathered By Our Reporters
A lot of choice roses arrived this week for the park.
Several from Ellaville attended Judge Daniels funeral
Saturday.
Misses Dunn of Murray's X Road were in town Monday
shopping.
The sale of Capt. Robert Burton's household furniture
takes place today.
Mr. Edgar Williamson is building a new residence on
his place in the country.
A crowd of young people from Ellaville will spend
this evening out at Mr. Geo. Tison's cane mill.
Dr. W.C. Bass for long years the honored President of
Weslyan Female college died at his home in Macon
Friday.
Rev. W.W. Tidwell has been suffering several days
from erysipalas in his foot. We are very glad to
learn that he is now improving.
Mr. W.R. Hudson is dangerously ill at the home of his
brother Mr. Joe Hudson in Americus. His many friends
in Ellaville will earnestly hope for his speedy
recovery.
Mr. Henry Anglin of Americus spent Sunday in
Ellaville, and conducted the prayer meeting at the
Methodist church at night. A large number of members
from both the churches encouraged him by their
presence. Mr. Anglin was recently converted and his
remarks indicate a humble and consecrated spirit. He
spent his boyhood in Ellaville and our people
earnestly hope to see him advance in that higher life
upon which he has entered.
Two distinct varieties of potatoes grown on the same
vine is a curiosity brought to our office by George
Martin, col. One of the potatoes is a "n-----
killer" the other a white yam.
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Mr. S.A. Royal of Lowe was looking after matters of
business in Ellaville Saturday.
Hon W.D. Murray is on the streets again after being
confined to his bed several days from an attack of
pleursy.
Mr. Doc Lindsey has seventeen hogs that will net four
thousand pounds of meat.
Quite a number of young people went out from
Ellaville to Mrs. Walls last Thursday night. It was
in the nature of a "surprise party" but Miss Eva
proved equal to the occasion and in a few moments
after the arrival of her guests cheery fires were
crackling on the hearth, and every body made to feel
at home. Some of the young men were hitched to the
cane mill and the crowd was well supplied with juice
and beer.
The Woman's Missionary Society held a meeting at the
Methodist church Sunday afternoon and elected the
following officers for another year. Pres. Mrs. H.S.
Munro; Vice Pres. Mrs. G.E. Robinson; Rec. Sec. Mrs.
J.R. Williams; Cor. Sec. Mrs. C.R. McCrory; Treas.
Mrs. C. Whitehurst; Agent WMA Mrs. R.M. Murphy.
CORRECT SCHEDULE The new schedule went into effect
Sunday. The train going to Columbus reaches
Ellaville at 5:53 am and returns at 10:00 pm. This
gives a whole day in Columbus, but the two trains
going south make no connectrion and passengers are
compelled to wait over in Americus for several hours.
SAW MILL BURNING Mr. P.C. Livingston had the
misfortune to lose his saw mill by fire Thursday
night. The engine was considerably damaged by the
intense heat, but Mr. Livingston expects to get
everything in running order again in a few days. The
loss was about $100.
Oglethorpe is on a boom said Col. C.R. McCrory a few
days ago. I have just been over there attending
court and I tell you they have the prettiest court
house in Southwest Georgia, and those people are not
wasting any time growling about hard times, but they
have faith in the future of Oglethorpe and are
forging right ahead. Putting up new buildings,
starting new enterprises and working together for the
advancement of everything that will benefit their
town. The enterprising citizens are bending all
their energies to bring back the old time prosperity
of Oglethorpe. Other towns might learn a lesson
right on this line.
ONE OF SCHLEY'S OLDEST CITIZENS DEAD. After weeks of
great suffering Judge Henry G. Daniel passed away at
his home near Ebenezer Friday evening. For over
sixty years he has lived in this county and was one
of the most highly esteemed citizens. He has several
times held offices of trust and had the confidence of
everyone. Judge Daniel was a successfull planter and
amassed coinsiderable property. About five years ago
he united with the primitive Baptist church. He was
in his 85th year and had been married three times. A
wife and several grown children are left to sorrow
over his demise. In the presence of a large
concourse of friends, the remains of were interred in
the Ebenezer cemetery Saturday. The sympathy of the
community is extended the bereaved family.
PERSONAL NOTES Who Comes, Who Goes, How, When and
Where
Mr. Frank Lanier was in town Monday.
Mr. Olin Dixon spent Sunday with relatives in
Ellaville.
Dr. Chambers returned to his home in Montezuma
Monday.
Bloom Brown was in Ellaville Saturday looking after
business matters.
Miss Lottie Baldwin of Columbus is the charming guest
of Miss Emmie Baldwin.
Mis Julia Scarborough has returned from a pleasant
visit to relatives in Americus.
Mrs. J.N. Scarborough and Mrs. Will Carter are
spending a few days at Capt. Burton's.
Mr. Joe Foster of Atlanta spent several days with his
sister. Mrs. J.N. Cheney, this week.
Mrs. Tenile is visiting her sister, Mrs. P.G.
Haigler.
Mrs. J.Lee McCrory of New Smyrna, Fla. has been the
guest of relatives in Ellaville for sevral days.
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Cannon of Macon, were the guest of
Mr. and Mrs. C.R. McCrory for a few days this week.
Mr. and Mrs.L.D. Lockhart, of Americus spent a day or
two at the home of their cousin, Dr. W.D. Sears.
Col. J.R. Williams came down from Atlanta Friday and
was confined to his bed from an attack of lagrippe
for a day or two.
Dr. Sam Williamson went up to Atlanta Monday to enter
the Atlanta Dental College. He will be absent
several months and will be greatly missed by his
numerous friends.
Mesdames J.R. Williams and Eugene Dixon are visiting
Americus. Col. Williams drove them through the
country having recovered sufficiently to return to
his duties at the Capitol.
Mr. R.W. Glover of Americus was in Ellaville a short
while Sunday.
Mr. E.B. Hornady returned Sunday from a short visit
to Atlanta.
Miss Agnes, the accomplished daughter of Mr. W.W.
Wimbish, was in Ellaville Saturday. end # 46
The Schley County News Thursday, November 29, 1894
No. 47
Rev. J.B. Culpepper fell from a street car in Macon
Thursday night and sustained serious injuries.
Hogs are dying of cholera in Macon county. We have
heard of no cases in Schley and hope that our farmers
will escape the serious misfortune of losing their
meat.
An English colony of 200 will probably settle in
Sumter county this winter.
SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Mr. T.V. Bridges moved this week
to Capt Burton's pretty home.
Mr. Holloway Devane was selling some very fine
turnips of his own raising on our streets Friday.
The sale at Capt. Burton's was well attended and the
property disposed of brought fairly good prices,
considering the scarcity of money.
The social event of the week will be the "Batchelors
party" this evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs.
T.A. Collins. The young people are anticipating a
delightful time.
The prayer meeting at the Baptist Church Tuesday
night was very edifying and interesting. The
beautiful truths of the scripture lesson were
forcibly presented. Little Miss Bessie Lou Sears
played the organ with a skill and self expression
remarkable for one so young. The music was
excellent.
A pleasant party from Ellaville spent Tuesday out at
Buck creek fishing and shooting squirrels. The fish
and game furnished the mid-day repast and was
relished as only such meats can be when eaten out
doors after a drive through the crisp autumn air.
Mr. John H. Allen, an old Schley county boy, now
living in Ashburn, is spending several days with
relatives and friends near Ellaville. Mr. Allen is
well pleased with his new home but he is still of the
opinion that Ellaville is the best place in the
world.
AN OYSTER SUPPER The King's Daughters contemplate
giving an oyster supper on Friday evening the 7th of
December. Mr. Peacock has kindly tendered the use of
the hotel and every effort will be put forth to make
it pleasant to all who attend. The reading public is
familiar with the work of this Order and the cause is
worthy of all encouragement. Don't forget the date.
THIS BEATS COTTON Mr. B.F. Greene this year planted
one acre in cane and has made from the yield 405
gallons of nice thick syrup and saved 3000 stalks for
seed. Even at 25 cents per gallon the profits from
this acre would be $100--equal to the value of four
bales of cotton, with far less trouble and expense in
the cultivation. Mr. Greene is demonstrating in a
great many ways that farming pays handsomely when
brains and energy drive the business. Mr. Henry Mott
expects even a greater yield from an acre in cane
which he is now making into syrup.
SWEETS TO THE SWEET The young people have not enjoyed
a more delightful occasion than the evening spent at
the hospitable home of Mr. G.W. Tison last week.
Every available vehicle was pressed into service to
carry the large number that went from Ellaville.
When the guests arrived the syrup boiling was in full
blast, and all around were piles of cane, and barrels
of juice and beer, which the crowd lost no time in
appropriating. When the huge torchlights began to
flicker all repaired to the parlor and to the
surprise of everyone, were invited to partake of the
most delicious refreshments prepared by the charming
young ladies of the house, who did the honors so
gracefully as to have nothing to be desired. Each
one of the guests will long remember with pleasure
the joyous occasion.
PERSONAL NOTES Mr. Z. Whitehurst of Gordon is
visiting his brother.
Mr. Seab McCrory of Oglethorpe was in town Monday.
Mr. Fouche of Tazewell was a visitor to Ellaville
Sunday.
Miss Mittie Myers spent Sunday with the home folks.
Mr. J.E. Robinson of Montezuma was in Ellaville
Friday.
Mrs. J.N. Cheney and Mr. Ed Cheney spent Friday in
Americus.
Mr. J.T. Howe is visiting his daughter Mrs. P.H.
Williams in Americus.
Mr. John Thornton is having his residence improved by
a coat of paint.
Mr. Robert Glover of Americus spent Sunday with his
Ellaville friends.
Mr. R.E. Wilkinson of Cobb came up to attend Capt.
Burton's sale and visit relatives.
Mr. Means Branham of Columbus spent several days this
week with his friend, Mr. E. Wall.
Miss Nell Davis is with her sister, Mrs. Eugene
Dixon, and her many friends are glad to know she will
spend some time in our village.
Mr. and Mrs. John Hudson, Miss Helen Glover and Mr.
Holloway of LaCrosse, attended church here Sunday.
Mr. Kimbrough of the Times-Recorder was in town
Thursday in the interest of his paper, The Recorder
is now the first daily to reach us, getting to
Ellaville before the ink is dry.
Mr. Horace Munro of Buena Vista was in town a short
while Monday.
Mr. Lee Childers and Mr. Owens of Americus spent
Sunday at the home of Mr. W.W. Childers.
Miss May Wilkinson is visiting at the home of her
aunt Mrs. S.E. Hornady.
Capt. Robert Burton is spending the week in Americus.
Mr. Steve Collins spent Sunday with his Ellaville
friends.
end # 47
The Schley County News Thursday, December 6th, 1894
No. 48
NOTICE TO LAND OWNERS The Georgia Immigration &
Investment Bureau, W.J. Northern, manager, will
advertise your real estate free and sells it to best
advantage. Address me at Putnam. J.M. Collum, agent
for Schley County.
ODDS AND ENDS
Sheriff's Sale Tuesday A large amount of real estate
was disposed of in Ellaville Tuesday and the prices
paid show that property has not depreciated in this
county. 1300 acres of land belonging to the estate
of the late Dupree Peacock was brought in by the
heirs for $9,010. All except 100 acres went to Mrs.
Ada Burt, 18 dollars per acre was paid by Mr. J.H.
Mott for the hundred acre field adjoining their home
place. The W.F. Perry place in the northern part of
the county containing 100 acres of land brought $450
and was bid in by Mr. C.R. McCrory. The J.H. Lumpkin
place was also bid in by Mr. McCrory who represented
the Long Loan Co. The weather was so disagreeable,
very few, except those interested attended the sale.
See the balloon ascension in Ellaville December 22nd.
The sale of the property of the late Henry Daniel
took place yesterday, several from Ellaville went
over.
Miss Mirtie (?) Myres who has been teaching school
near Poindexter came home this week very ill.
Mr. Henry Johnson of Americus was looking after
matters of business in Ellaville Tuesday.
ALEX MOYE'S CASE CONTINUED Messrs. R.M. Murphy, W.R.
and A. Allen went up on the early train to Columbus
Monday, to attend the trial of Alex Moye, which came
up in the United States court. In the absence of
important witnesses the case was continued until May.
The bond has been fixed at $200, and it is probable
that efforts will be made to get Moye out of jail.
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SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Mrs. L.W. Dixon has almost
recovered from her long and severe illness, and her
many friends hope to see her out again very soon.
If reports are true revenue officers might find
something to do in this part of the state. High
value seems to be put on cane scimmings and beer.
Dr. and Mrs. Munro entertained a few friends very
pleasantly at dinner Thanksgiving day. Mr. and Mrs.
T.A. Collins also had a number of guests to enjoy
their delightful hospitality.
Mr. Uriah Collum who served in the Mexican War, and
who is one of the oldest men in the county was a
pleasant visitor to our office Saturday.
Mr. H.H. Singletary is turning his attention to fruit
growing and has a young orchard in fine condition on
his place at LaCrosse. He has recently added a
hundred dollars worth of choice fruit trees,
strawberries &c. which he expects will pay handsomely
in a few years.
A party of bird hunters from Griffin have been
camping for several days in the railroad shanties
near town and waging war on the feathered tribe.
These invasions on our territory are becoming so
frequent there is talk of posting the lands to
prevent the utter extermination of doves and quail.
An enormous quantity of syrup has been made in Schley
county. There are any number of mills that have been
in operation for weeks and it is safe to say that
between forty and fifty thousand gallaons of "long
sweetening" have been safely housed. As a fair
sample we take four mills that have made over four
thousand gallons. B.F. Greene 1,000; Jim Chapman
1,200; Homer Threlkeld 1,200; Jim Snider 800. There
are no doubt others in the county where larger
quantities have been made.
Mrs. C.C. Scoville and family passed through
Ellaville last week en route to New Smyrna, Fla.,
where they will in (the) future reside. Mrs.
Scoville has been a useful worker in the church and
society and will be greatly missed by a large circle
of friends in Buena Vista and Ellaville. All
earnestly hope that she may find happiness and
prosperity in her new home.
MOVED AWAY Mr. George Massey who has always lived in
Schley County, moved last week to a place he has
purchased near Dawson in Terrell county. Mr. Massey
has been a good citizen of our county and held in
high esteem. We regret the circumstances that take
him from our midst and commend him to the good people
of the community in which he has cast his fortune.
FUNERAL OF MR. W.R. HUDSON The remains of Mr. W.R.
Hudson were interred in our cemetery on last Thursday
afternoon. For several years he was in poor health
and under an acute attack of paralysis, he rapidly
grew worse and on last Wednesday night passed away at
the home of his brother Mr. J.B. Hudson. He was 41
years of age and had spent the greater part of his
life in this county. His death touched with
particular sadness the hearts of those who had known
him from his youth up. Mr. Hudson was ever kind
hearted and obliging and few could claim more friends
than he. Tender and sincere is the sympathy that
goes out to the widowed heart of the faithful and
devoted wife. In this world of change it is
comforting to know that "God judgeth the heart" and
we trust that through the bountiful love of Him who
delights to forgive, our friend has exchanged the
pains and afflictions of the earth for an abiding
place in the house not made with hands. May the sod
rest lightly upon kind, generous, noble hearted!
Billie Hudson as he sleeps the years away.
DIED After a few days illness from thyphoid
pneumonia, Mr. S.C. Norman died at his home near
Ellaville Sunday night. Only a few months ago he was
married to Miss Mollie Driver and his untimely death
leaves the young wife heart broken. Mr. Norman was
received into the Methodist Church at Andrew Chapel
in August and gave evidence of genuine piety. His
death has cast a gloom over the community in which he
was held in high esteem. The interment took place
Tuesday afternoon at the family burial ground. Rev.
R.F. Williamson conducted the short funeral service.
The bereaved have the sympathy of a large circle of
friends. (Transcriber's note: Possibly buried in an
unmarked grave in the Driver family cemetery at the
Old Driver home place near Ellaville)
MARRIED Mr. C.C. Jordan, son of Mr. Sid Jordan of
Shiloh was maqrried on last Thursday to Miss Alma
King of Houston County. Mr. Jordan is an
enterprising young farmer, of upright character, and
is in every way worthy of the prize he has won. The
News joins their many friends in extending best
wishes to the happy couple.
PERSONAL NOTES Mr. A. Allen visited Americus Friday.
Miss Sallie Wilson is visiting Mrs. E. Hill
Mr. Frank Monfort was in town Saturday shipping
cotton.
Mr. Beckum of Arlington was in Ellaville a few days
this week.
Miss Lula Murphy returned Friday from a short visit
to Americus.
Messrs. Lucious Dixon and T.G. Hudson of LaCrosse
were in town Monday.
Mr. J.H. Mott of Forsyth was in Ellaville a few days
this week.
Miss Hattie Tondee was a welcome visitor to Ellaville
Thanksgiving.
Mrs. G.W.C. Munro and Miss Blackshear spent Thursday
in Ellaville.
Mr. J.F. Woods returned Saturday from a short trip to
Terrell county.
Mrs. Whitehurst of Gordon is the guest of her son,
Prof. C. Whitehurst.
Mr. Will Hornady of Albany spent Saturday and Sunday
with the home folks.
Mr. Charles Lewis of Atlanta is the pleasant guest of
Dr. and Mrs. J.N. Cheney.
Mr. Robert Glover of Americus spent Thanksgiving Day
with his Ellaville friends.
Miss Julia Peacock spent a few days this week in
Andersonville visiting her grandmother.
Misses Tison and Miss Bessie Cheney attended
preaching at Andrew Chapel.
Mrs. S.M. McCrory returned to Oglethorpe Saturday
aftyer a pleasant visit to Mrs. C.R. McCrory.
Misses Cattie Singletary and Minnie Norris of
LaCrosse visited Miss Emmie Baldwin last week, and
attended the party at Mr. Collins.
Messrs. Thompson Peacock and Boyce Burt of Buena
Vista were in town Tuesday to attend the sale of the
Dupree Peacock property.
A number of young people went out in the band wagon
to the pleasant country of Mr. B.F. Greene Monday
evening and were delightfully entertained. The
kindness of Mr. and Mrs. Greene and their sons,
Messrs. Robert and Earnest, was greatly appreciated
by each one present.
THANKSGIVING ENTERTAINMENT The brightest social event
of last week was the "Bachelors' Party" at the pretty
home of Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Collins Thursday evening.
Quite a large number were in attendance and the happy
faces and merry voices made a pleasing scene. Each
young lady provided refreshments for two, and the
gentlemen drew for the packages. A pone of bread was
prepared for the old bachelor. This fell to the lot
of Mr. Z. Whitehurst, who accepted his fate very
gracefully and heroically made his supper of bread,
refusing to partake of the tempting dainties thrust
upon him by the anxious maidens. At a late hour the
guests departed with many pleasant rememberances of
the occasion.
LEGAL ADVERTISING
Sheriff's Sales
Georgia--Schley County Will be sold on the first
Tuesday in January 1895, next, at the courthouse in
said county, within the legal hours of sale, to the
highest and best bidder, for cash, the following
property, to wit" The east half of land lot number
one hundred and sixty nine (169); also one hundred
and sixty five (165) acres of land lot number one
hundred and sixty eight (168) known as Mary A.
Perry's dower, and recorded in Clerk's office of
Superior court of Schley county, Georgia, and thirty-
seven and one half (37 1/2) acres, more or less, off
the east side of land lot number one hundred and
sixty eight (168) making the whole of land lot No.
168, all in the third district of Schley county,
Georgia, lying in one body, and containing in all
three hundred and three and three fourths (303 3/4)
acres. Said land levied on as the property of J.B.
Perry, to satisfy an execution issued from the
Superior court of said county, in favor of Equitable
Mortgage Company against said J.L. Perry. This 6th !
day of December, 1894. William Allen, Sheriff.
(Transcriber's note: Not sure which is correct J.B.
Perry or J.L. Perry. The paper stated both names.
This is not a typo in the transcription.)
End #48
MISSING #49
The Schley County News Thursday, December 20th 1894
No. 50
SIDEWALK GLEANINGS Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Williams are
housekeeping again.
Balloon ascension Saturday.
Several from Ellaville attended a party at the
residence of Mr. E.B. Barrow Friday evening and
report a pleasant time.
A large crowd will fill the Methodist church this
evening to witness the Mathews--Murphy marriage. The
ceremony will be at 6 o'clock.
They are coming from all surrounding counties to the
balloon ascension in Ellaville next Saturday.
The merchants have employed Mr. T.J. Myers as night
watchman during the holidays. Mr. Myers is a
vigilant officer and the inhabitants of Ellaville can
sleep serenely while he guards the city.
Mr. Len Baldwin sent two alligators for the park this
week. They have been given quarters in the tank at
the public well, and seem to be enjoying life as well
as if they were in sunny Florida.
PHANTOM PARTY The ghostly visitants to the house of
Dr. and Mrs. T.G. Cheney Thursday evening were
cordially received by the hostess and those who
assisted in doing the honors. It was a weird scene
as shrouded in white, the guests glided about the
rooms, their identity perfectly concealed. There
were many amusing mistakes and the evening was full
of merriment. Several married couples lent dignity
to the occasion, which was pronounced by all, one of
the most enjoyable of the season.
HARD TO BEAT >From reliable authority we learn that
Mr. T.R. Oliver who has this year cultivated a
portion of the widow Mabry's place in the upper part
of the county, made 18 bales of cotton to one plow.
This is but a sample of what can be done on Schley
county soil.
MARRIAGE NEAR ELLAVILLE At the home of the bride's
parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Phillips, Sunday afternoon
at 4 o'clock, their pretty daughter, Miss Janie, was
united in marriage to Mr. Smith of Macon county.
Rev. Mr. Mabry performed the impressive ceremony.
Only a few of the friends of the contracting parties
were present, but there are many to wish them long
years of happiness and properity.
Mr. Homer Threlkeld had a lot of cabbage in the
market this week, as large and firm as any grown in
the north. Mr. Threlkeld does not depend entirely on
cotton, but in all seasons has something to dispose
of from his well cultivated farm near town.
We the undersigned agree to close our places of
business Xmas day until 4 pm. Peacock & Arrington
Hill's Cotton Warehouse Alliance Cotton Warehouse
Alliance Store A.C. Murray Dixon Bros. Pilcher &
Perry R.C. Wells W.D. Sears Mrs. A. Allen Hill &
Arrington Munro & Wall J.N. Cheney & Co. Murray &
Williams Collins, Williamson & Co. and the News.
PERSONAL NOTES Horace Stewart spent Sunday with his
Ellaville friends.
Miss Mamie Stevens of Putnam visited friends in
Ellaville last week.
Miss Leila Hornady returned Friday evening from a
short visit to Americus.
Col. W.H. McCrory of Columbus was looking after
matters of business in Ellaville Monday.
Miss Minnie Cheney entertained her little friends
very pleasantly at her home Monday evening.
Mrs. R.W. Edwards will leave tonight for New Smyrna,
Fla., to spend the holidays with Dr. and Mrs. Smith.
Mrs. G.W. Chipley and Miss Gussie Baldwin made a
short visit to the family of Major E.S. Baldwin this
week.
Mrs. Threlkeld's pretty cottage on Oglethorpe street
is completed. The paint brush has added very much to
its attractiveness.
Mr. Charlie Hill Greene was one of the attendants at
the Wells--Crittenden wedding at Smithville Tuesday.
It was a very elegant affair.
Misses Lilla Everett of Fort Valley and Charlie Wynn
Baisden of Americus arrived Saturday, and are guests
at the home of Mr. T.J. Murphy.
The visit of Mrs. R.W. Edwards of Louisville is
giving a great deal of pleasure to her old friends in
Ellaville, with whom she has always been a favorite.
Mrs. J.R. Williams who has been on an extended visit
to Atlanta, Milledgeville and Cochran, returned with
Col. Williams Saturday nioght greatly pleased with
her trip.
Miss Nina Williams has been the guest of relatives in
Ellaville since Monday. She will play the wedding
march at the Murphy--Mathews wedding this evening.
Mr. A.C. Murray while in Atlanta last week laid the
petitions for the pardon of Robert Heath before the
Governor and his Excellency has promised to
investigate the matter to see if he can consistently
grant the young man a pardon.
Mrs. S.M. McElmurray and Mr. and Mrs. Charles
Thompson moved this week to Mrs. McElmurray's
plantation about eight miles from Ellaville. They
have been been good citizens of our town and our
people deeply regret the change that takes them away.
Mr. and Mrs. Benajah Peacock celebrated their golden
wedding at the home of their son, Mr. Thompson
Peacock, Saturday, and a large gathering of children,
grand children and friends met in happy reunion. Mr.
Peacock has been married three times.
end # 50.
The Schley County News Thursday, December 27th 1894
This paper is badly torn and appears to have missing
pages. There is little readable in what remains.
MATHEWS--MURPHY A very happy wedding was that which
occurred at the Methodist church last Thursday
evening uniting for life Henry A. Mathews and Lula T.
Murphy. The decorations were profuse and thoroughly
artistic graceful vines were twined about the pulpit
and alter tail while great banks of foliage plants
made a veritable tower of beauty. Over each isle was
an arch of evergreen with waxen tapers gleaming
brightly from the dark background, tapers were also
placed at regular intervals around the channel (?),
their soft light giving a charming effect to the
scene. Two snow-white doves were suspended from the
pulpit and garlands hung in festoons against the
white wall. Under the skillful touch of Miss Nina
Williams the sweet strains of Mendelssohn's wedding
march filled the church and a hush fell on the large
audience as the bridal party entered in the following
order: The ushers Henry J. Williams and A.A.
Arrington marched down the isle and took the stand,
then came Miss Nell Davis, Ame! ricus with Mr. Roy
Baisden, Americus, Miss Leila Hornady with Mr. T.P.
Branch, Shellman; Miss Charlie Wynn Baisden of
Americus with Mr. Henry Branham of Fort Valley. The
bride in a stylish traveling gown of brown and tan
came down the aisle leaning on the arm of the groom.
They stood beneath a large floral arch as Rev. Geo.
W. Mathews, a brother of the groom, spoke the solemn
words that made them one. The bride's maids wore
elegant street toilets and looked unusually charming.
After the ceremony the bridal party left on the 6:30
train via Columbus for Fort Valley where they will
reside. Col. Mathews is a prominent and successful
lawyer and a gentleman of exception character, while
the bride is possessed of a decidedly attractive
personality, and all the graces of lovely womanhood.
Both are widely and justly popular. The reception
from 4 to 6 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Murphy
was elegant in every detail. The entire house was
elaborately decorated with palms and! ferns that lent
an additional beauty to the bright interior. The dec
orations in the dining room were superb. Fragrant
hyacinths and narcissus mingled their delicate beauty
with more splendid blossoms. The delicious menu was
beautifully served. Many hearty congratulations were
showered upon the happy couple, and hosts of friends
wish them all possible happiness.
MASONIC Washington Lodge No. 359 will hold its
communication Thursday afternoon, 2 o'clock p.m.
before the full moon in each month. W.D. Murray, W.M.
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